Natural pathway stones wind through the garden. Boulders protrude to add interest and seating, pea gravel creates open space and take the place of lawn. Magic Landscaping, Inc- New Jersey Landscape Designer & Contractor.

Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces. We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem. Extensive alterations include: - a completely redesigned floor plan to promote a more intuitive flow throughout - vaulted the ceilings over the great room to create an amazing entrance and feeling of inspired openness - redesigned entry and driveway to be more inviting and welcoming as well as to experientially set the mid-century modern stage - the removal of a visually disruptive load bearing central wall and chimney system that formerly partitioned the homes’ entry, dining, kitchen and living rooms from each other - added clerestory windows above the new kitchen to accentuate the new vaulted ceiling line and create a greater visual continuation of indoor to outdoor space - drastically increased the access to natural light by increasing window sizes and opening up the floor plan - placed natural wood elements throughout to provide a calming palette and cohesive Pacific Northwest feel - incorporated Universal Design principles to make the home Aging In Place ready with wide hallways and accessible spaces, including single-floor living if needed - moved and completely redesigned the stairway to work for the home’s occupants and be a part of the cohesive design aesthetic - mixed custom tile layouts with more traditional tiling to create fun and playful visual experiences - custom designed and sourced MCM specific elements such as the entry screen, cabinetry and lighting - development of the downstairs for potential future use by an assisted living caretaker - energy efficiency upgrades seamlessly woven in with much improved insulation, ductless mini splits and solar gain

Sucuri Granite Countertop sourced from Shenoy or Midwest Tile in Austin, TX; Kent Moore Cabinets (Painted Nebulous Grey-Low-Mocha-Hilite), Island painted Misty Bayou-Low; Backsplash - Marazzi (AMT), Studio M (Brick), Flamenco, 13 x 13 Mesh 1-1/4" x 5/8"; Flooring - Earth Werks, "5" Prestige, Handsculpted Maple, Graphite Maple Finish; Pendant Lights - Savoy House - Structure 4 Light Foyer, SKU: 3-4302-4-242; Barstools - New Pacific Direct - item # 108627-2050; The wall color is PPG Ashen 516-4.

Angle Eye Photography
Inspiration for a large timeless brick floor entryway remodel in Philadelphia with gray walls and a white front door

Living room - mediterranean living room idea in San Francisco

This beautiful bathroom features cement tiles (from Cement Tile Shop) on the floors with an infinity drain a custom frameless shower door and custom lighting. Vanity is Signature Hardware, and mirror is from Pottery Barn.

Patrick Ketchum Photography - This bathroom is a "special feature" of this house. Integrated steel framing allow the vanity to appear to float "magically" off the back wall and ground.

Exterior dining area and custom outdoor kitchen
Example of a classic backyard patio kitchen design in San Francisco with a pergola

Gorgeous transitional eclectic style home located on the Balboa Peninsula in the coastal community of Newport Beach. The blending of both traditional and contemporary styles, color, furnishings and finishes is complimented by waterfront views, stunning sunsets and year round tropical weather. Photos: Ryan Garvin

Tuscan backyard rectangular pool photo in San Francisco

Photography: Weldon Brewster
Patio - large mediterranean backyard stone patio idea in Los Angeles with a bbq area

Elegant detached shed photo in Los Angeles

Example of a transitional playroom design in Seattle

Large coastal gray three-story wood gable roof idea in Wilmington

Transitional built-in desk medium tone wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling home office photo in Omaha with white walls

Lee Manning Photography
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized country u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, soapstone countertops, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Patio kitchen - mid-sized modern backyard tile patio kitchen idea in Los Angeles with a roof extension

Design ideas for a contemporary full sun rooftop landscaping in Chicago with decking.

The project design took the room down to the studs, combining a closet and bath to make one great bath space, and opening a closet to make room for a spacious shower. The layout was completely reorganized for a better use of space, relocating the toilet room, shower and adding a dreamy soaking tub.