Terry Thompson
Inspiration for a rustic entryway remodel in Burlington

Photo // Alyssa Rosenheck Design // Austin Bean Design Studio
Transitional dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Brian Wetzel
Example of a beach style medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room design with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Our clients had just recently closed on their new house in Stapleton and were excited to transform it into their perfect forever home. They wanted to remodel the entire first floor to create a more open floor plan and develop a smoother flow through the house that better fit the needs of their family. The original layout consisted of several small rooms that just weren’t very functional, so we decided to remove the walls that were breaking up the space and restructure the first floor to create a wonderfully open feel. After removing the existing walls, we rearranged their spaces to give them an office at the front of the house, a large living room, and a large dining room that connects seamlessly with the kitchen. We also wanted to center the foyer in the home and allow more light to travel through the first floor, so we replaced their existing doors with beautiful custom sliding doors to the back yard and a gorgeous walnut door with side lights to greet guests at the front of their home. Living Room Our clients wanted a living room that could accommodate an inviting sectional, a baby grand piano, and plenty of space for family game nights. So, we transformed what had been a small office and sitting room into a large open living room with custom wood columns. We wanted to avoid making the home feel too vast and monumental, so we designed custom beams and columns to define spaces and to make the house feel like a home. Aesthetically we wanted their home to be soft and inviting, so we utilized a neutral color palette with occasional accents of muted blues and greens. Dining Room Our clients were also looking for a large dining room that was open to the rest of the home and perfect for big family gatherings. So, we removed what had been a small family room and eat-in dining area to create a spacious dining room with a fireplace and bar. We added custom cabinetry to the bar area with open shelving for displaying and designed a custom surround for their fireplace that ties in with the wood work we designed for their living room. We brought in the tones and materiality from the kitchen to unite the spaces and added a mixed metal light fixture to bring the space together Kitchen We wanted the kitchen to be a real show stopper and carry through the calm muted tones we were utilizing throughout their home. We reoriented the kitchen to allow for a big beautiful custom island and to give us the opportunity for a focal wall with cooktop and range hood. Their custom island was perfectly complimented with a dramatic quartz counter top and oversized pendants making it the real center of their home. Since they enter the kitchen first when coming from their detached garage, we included a small mud-room area right by the back door to catch everyone’s coats and shoes as they come in. We also created a new walk-in pantry with plenty of open storage and a fun chalkboard door for writing notes, recipes, and grocery lists. Office We transformed the original dining room into a handsome office at the front of the house. We designed custom walnut built-ins to house all of their books, and added glass french doors to give them a bit of privacy without making the space too closed off. We painted the room a deep muted blue to create a glimpse of rich color through the french doors Powder Room The powder room is a wonderful play on textures. We used a neutral palette with contrasting tones to create dramatic moments in this little space with accents of brushed gold. Master Bathroom The existing master bathroom had an awkward layout and outdated finishes, so we redesigned the space to create a clean layout with a dream worthy shower. We continued to use neutral tones that tie in with the rest of the home, but had fun playing with tile textures and patterns to create an eye-catching vanity. The wood-look tile planks along the floor provide a soft backdrop for their new free-standing bathtub and contrast beautifully with the deep ash finish on the cabinetry.

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This walk in shower, also called curb less, is great for aging in place, multigenerational living, or just a stylish upgrade to a common space. Notice the floor tile seamlessly continues into the shower pan area. This adds visual space to the shower by avoiding a bulky transition when switching to an alternate shower floor tile

To protect painting well during international shipping, all paintings are ROLLED(Unframed/Not stretched) and shipped in a quality plastic/cardboard tube to avoid damages, it’s 100% safe and painting comes back to its original/flat state once you stretch it on a wooden base. You can decide to frame it or simply stretch it at any of your local framing shops, depends on your taste, it’s beautiful both way.

Example of a classic basement design in Minneapolis

Small trendy front yard concrete paver patio photo in Portland with a pergola

New bedroom was added under the high vaulted ceiling space over the living room and dining room. Some areas were a little too low for livable space so it was converted to a storage room. Closet doors were economy styles to avoid custom doors as the doors had to be cut shorter since the closet was on the low end of the room. Chris Doering at TRUADDITIONS.

Michigan's unique and fragile sand dunes are protected by minimizing the impacts within designated critical dunes areas along the Great Lakes shoreline. The protected dune configuration of this property required a simple rectangular plan to avoid steep slopes on three sides. Expansive fenestration and an open plan provide views of Lake Michigan from the major living spaces. Low maintenance materials enhance the casual, eclectic style of this carefree beach house.

New bedroom was added under the high vaulted ceiling space over the living room and dining room. Some areas were a little too low for livable space so it was converted to a storage room. Closet doors were economy styles to avoid custom doors as the doors had to be cut shorter since the closet was on the low end of the room. Chris Doering at TRUADDITIONS.

Example of a large classic u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Boston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

An open concept kitchen and breakfast room overlooks the pool area. Dramatic herringbone wood look tile holds up to the high humidity and wet feet from pool goers. A professional range and farmhouse sink allow the cook to participate in the goings on of family life. The breakfast space adds color with the sea glass chandelier and upholstered chairs. Sunbrella fabric backs are paired with leather seats for easy clean up.

This project earned its name 'The Herringbone House' because of the reclaimed wood accents styled in the Herringbone pattern. This project was focused heavily on pattern and texture. The wife described her style as "beachy buddha" and the husband loved industrial pieces. We married the two styles together and used wood accents and texture to tie them seamlessly. You'll notice the living room features an amazing view of the water and this design concept plays perfectly into that zen vibe. We removed the tile and replaced it with beautiful hardwood floors to balance the rooms and avoid distraction. The owners of this home love Cuban art and funky pieces, so we constructed these built-ins to showcase their amazing collection.

Small trendy backyard concrete paver patio photo in Los Angeles with a fire pit

New bedroom was added under the high vaulted ceiling space over the living room and dining room. Some areas were a little too low for livable space so it was converted to a storage room. Closet doors were economy styles to avoid custom doors as the doors had to be cut shorter since the closet was on the low end of the room. Chris Doering at TRUADDITIONS.

Years of raising two sons took a toll on our clients’ hall bath. As we discussed their goals, it was clear they wanted to achieve a neutral palette, avoid child-like designs, and install durable materials. The result is a bright space that appeals to all ages. We installed a double vanity (Medallion Cabinetry, White Icing) with a quartz top (Cambria, Berwyn), porcelain tile for the floor and shower, and brushed nickel finishes throughout.