Designed to feel open, efficient, and effortlessly modern, this kitchen balances clean aesthetics with highly functional storage solutions. The primary objective was to open up the space while preserving generous storage, resulting in a layout that feels light, organized, and intuitive for everyday use. Cabinetry is tailored and purposeful, featuring classic door profiles with a smooth painted finish. Storage is maximized through intelligent planning, including a chef’s pantry, a magic corner mechanism, and drawer based base cabinets wherever possible for easy access. Open shelving was introduced on either side of the window to visually balance the elevation and add a lighter, more open rhythm to the design.

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Our client required a Universal Design for a San Diego downtown master bathroom that was functional, safe, and comfortable. The client requested a design for her father who had disability challenges. The design encompassed a slide-in tub and a comfort height toilet with fold down balance bars on each side. The magnificent slide-in bathtub is guaranteed to bring back the pleasure of a peaceful bath once again. The interior designer, Marie Cairns, also designed the new bathroom to be vanity wheelchair accessible with plenty of storage. In addition a wall hung medicine cabinet was installed to provide additional storage. Contractor: CairnsCraft Design & Remodel Designer: Marie Cairns Photographer: Jon Upson

Featuring a classic H-shaped plan and minimalist details, the Winston was designed with the modern family in mind. This home carefully balances a sleek and uniform façade with more contemporary elements. This balance is noticed best when looking at the home on axis with the front or rear doors. Simple lap siding serve as a backdrop to the careful arrangement of windows and outdoor spaces. Stepping through a pair of natural wood entry doors gives way to sweeping vistas through the living and dining rooms. Anchoring the left side of the main level, and on axis with the living room, is a large white kitchen island and tiled range surround. To the right, and behind the living rooms sleek fireplace, is a vertical corridor that grants access to the upper level bedrooms, main level master suite, and lower level spaces. Serving as backdrop to this vertical corridor is a floor to ceiling glass display room for a sizeable wine collection. Set three steps down from the living room and through an articulating glass wall, the screened porch is enclosed by a retractable screen system that allows the room to be heated during cold nights. In all rooms, preferential treatment is given to maximize exposure to the rear yard, making this a perfect lakefront home.

Custom architectural feature wall designed to conceal the condominium’s HVAC system while maintaining full access for maintenance through discreet push-to-open panels. Fluted millwork detailing, integrated wall sconces, and curated artwork transform a necessary building component into a refined architectural feature. The solution balances aesthetics and functionality, contributing to the seamless, uncluttered character of this luxury retirement residence in Unionville.

The only thing that stayed was the sink placement and the dining room location. Clarissa and her team took out the wall opposite the sink to allow for an open floorplan leading into the adjacent living room. She got rid of the breakfast nook and capitalized on the space to allow for more pantry area.

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To help the pool look balanced in the room and to provide access to the patio doors and underwater bench, a stepping-stone path was created using sandblasted Eramosa flagstone. The stepping-stones not only add another texture to the room, but also look more interesting than a typical perimeter walkway.

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Spa green accents, warm cream tile and rich mocha stained wood make this Lakewood Master Bathroom remodel an inviting retreat. The Bertch Bath vanity cabinets provide ample storage while anchoring the space with a deeper tone to balance the light airy space. The curbless shower makes this space very accessible and flows seamlessly with the rest of the bathroom.

A masterpiece of light and design, this gorgeous Beverly Hills contemporary is filled with incredible moments, offering the perfect balance of intimate corners and open spaces. A large driveway with space for ten cars is complete with a contemporary fountain wall that beckons guests inside. An amazing pivot door opens to an airy foyer and light-filled corridor with sliding walls of glass and high ceilings enhancing the space and scale of every room. An elegant study features a tranquil outdoor garden and faces an open living area with fireplace. A formal dining room spills into the incredible gourmet Italian kitchen with butler’s pantry—complete with Miele appliances, eat-in island and Carrara marble countertops—and an additional open living area is roomy and bright. Two well-appointed powder rooms on either end of the main floor offer luxury and convenience. Surrounded by large windows and skylights, the stairway to the second floor overlooks incredible views of the home and its natural surroundings. A gallery space awaits an owner’s art collection at the top of the landing and an elevator, accessible from every floor in the home, opens just outside the master suite. Three en-suite guest rooms are spacious and bright, all featuring walk-in closets, gorgeous bathrooms and balconies that open to exquisite canyon views. A striking master suite features a sitting area, fireplace, stunning walk-in closet with cedar wood shelving, and marble bathroom with stand-alone tub. A spacious balcony extends the entire length of the room and floor-to-ceiling windows create a feeling of openness and connection to nature. A large grassy area accessible from the second level is ideal for relaxing and entertaining with family and friends, and features a fire pit with ample lounge seating and tall hedges for privacy and seclusion. Downstairs, an infinity pool with deck and canyon views feels like a natural extension of the home, seamlessly integrated with the indoor living areas through sliding pocket doors. Amenities and features including a glassed-in wine room and tasting area, additional en-suite bedroom ideal for staff quarters, designer fixtures and appliances and ample parking complete this superb hillside retreat.

What a great space to hang out and fold laundry! This space was originally 2 spaces (laundry room and a management room) without windows and 2 entry points. Here in the after design of the space, is one large space with loads of storage space and whimsy to match. Laundry rooms are a great area to play with color and have fun. The island is on rubber casters to allow for removal or repair of w/d in the future. Rustic barn doors grace the entry into this space and the dog wash is perfect for small dogs or muddy shoes.etc. The Schumacher wallpaper puts a smile on your face while creating a perfect color balance to this room. Ceramic knob hardware and pendant from Restoration Hardware. Flooring, Arizona Tile. The addition of a french door was added for access to/from the backyard and and access door to a single bay garage as well.

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A masterpiece of light and design, this gorgeous Beverly Hills contemporary is filled with incredible moments, offering the perfect balance of intimate corners and open spaces. A large driveway with space for ten cars is complete with a contemporary fountain wall that beckons guests inside. An amazing pivot door opens to an airy foyer and light-filled corridor with sliding walls of glass and high ceilings enhancing the space and scale of every room. An elegant study features a tranquil outdoor garden and faces an open living area with fireplace. A formal dining room spills into the incredible gourmet Italian kitchen with butler’s pantry—complete with Miele appliances, eat-in island and Carrara marble countertops—and an additional open living area is roomy and bright. Two well-appointed powder rooms on either end of the main floor offer luxury and convenience. Surrounded by large windows and skylights, the stairway to the second floor overlooks incredible views of the home and its natural surroundings. A gallery space awaits an owner’s art collection at the top of the landing and an elevator, accessible from every floor in the home, opens just outside the master suite. Three en-suite guest rooms are spacious and bright, all featuring walk-in closets, gorgeous bathrooms and balconies that open to exquisite canyon views. A striking master suite features a sitting area, fireplace, stunning walk-in closet with cedar wood shelving, and marble bathroom with stand-alone tub. A spacious balcony extends the entire length of the room and floor-to-ceiling windows create a feeling of openness and connection to nature. A large grassy area accessible from the second level is ideal for relaxing and entertaining with family and friends, and features a fire pit with ample lounge seating and tall hedges for privacy and seclusion. Downstairs, an infinity pool with deck and canyon views feels like a natural extension of the home, seamlessly integrated with the indoor living areas through sliding pocket doors. Amenities and features including a glassed-in wine room and tasting area, additional en-suite bedroom ideal for staff quarters, designer fixtures and appliances and ample parking complete this superb hillside retreat.

This remodel transformed a dark, builder-grade kitchen into a bright, transitional space designed for multi-generational living. Warm tones, marble details, and repurposed brass hardware bring character and elegance, while the reconfigured pantry and abundant lower cabinetry maximize functionality. With the peninsula removed and no wall cabinets, the kitchen feels open, airy, and seamlessly connected—a perfect balance of style, flow, and practicality.

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The cabinetry was designed with an emphasis on organization and accessibility with roll out drawers and shelf under the sink , cutlery tray and pot and pan storage. The window sill was finished with Geriba Beach granite with the casing terminating into it for symmetry and balance. Lighting accents the granite and provides proper illumination for preparation. According to the homeowner, she "loves her easy access to the cabinets. Every inch of space is functional, the countertops sparkle, are lush and rich looking and the storage space exceeds their expectations while sticking to their budget. No longer is the kitchen drab, poorly lit and inadequately functioning, this kitchen is now a beautifully organized, efficient space.