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A unique design enables the Peninsula gas fireplace to elegantly divide a space. A three-sided viewing area lets the flames reach out into different rooms. User-friendly controls let you match flame height and heat output to your mood.

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Client had a very dated bright aquamarine mudroom and a very tight budget. We mocked up a workable floor design and created a user friendly space that fit within her budget by utilizing a local builder supplies outlet and creating a design around the cabinets that fell into their budget.

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Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC, Lake Geneva WI., Extra long kitchen island with floating glass bar height countertop, bar pull cabinet hardware open display shelving. We designed a kitchen that balances modern with rustic for an open family friendly space with fantastic built-in storage cabinetry. Lowell Custom Homes., Victoria McHugh Photography.

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The large family room needed a conversation area, television viewing, a place to curl up was a their toddler to read, a work space that allowed them to be with the family - all toddler safe and pet friendly. All was provided! Note the wonderful views.

72" Tom Tufted Sofa Eco Friendly sofa made with pure non toxic ingredients. NO chemical flame retardants. Made with certified organic natural latex, Eco® wool, certified organic cotton barrier cloth, and sustainable wood.

This dining room redo had to be a combination of bright, cozy and kid friendly. We paired an extendable rustic dining table with the clean lines of modern leather chairs (easy to clean) and a leather bench (comfy for toddlers). The juxtaposition of a modern light fixture and artwork in a traditional space makes this a adult friendly space as well.

After many years of having no outdoor living space and dealing with overgrown plants and trees the owner’s decided it was time to revitalize their backyard. They knew they wanted a large sitting area with a wood burning fireplace, room for outdoor dining and a place for the grill. A connecting walk would be needed to get guests from the driveway to the outdoor space. Last but not least, the owners wanted the ability to and a reason for stepping out of their unusable patio doors. The designers decided from the start the fireplace would be the prominent feature and focal point for the entire project. A large fireplace accented with sitting walls and arbors was positioned to anchor the corner of the patio. Stone was chosen to set the fireplace apart as its own element. Brick was used for the sitting walls and brick accents were added to the fireplace to tie into the house. An inlaid herringbone brick detail was incorporated above the stone mantle to simulate artwork which is typically found above indoor fireplaces. Flagstone was used for the wall caps and hearth to match the patio and thicker flagstone tread stock was used for the mantle and top. The arbors were added to visually balance the pergolas at the opposite side of the patio. For the patio the designers created a series of offset spaces to help subtly divide the space into two areas, sitting and dining. Two large existing trees also help dictate the shape of the patio. Cut flagstone was chosen for the surface bordered by a double soldier edge of brick. The brick edging also surrounds a decorative gravel area topped with an urn fountain which provides a secondary focal point and the sound of water. Large flagstone treads were used for the steps leading to the previously unused patio doors. Opposite the fireplace a short walk leads to a square transition area with a statue chosen by the owner. The statue provides a strong focal point when entering from the driveway. A longer walk leads from this space along the house to the driveway. The pergolas and arbors were designed by the landscape designer as part of this project but were ultimately contracted separately by the owner. The larger square pergola was intended as an area for a bench or two separate from the main patio. The longer pergola was added later in the design phase to help provide shade to the interior of the house. The arbors at the fireplace were added to balance out the wood elements at the opposite side while adding additional architectural interest to the fireplace. While this project was predominantly hardscaping, planting and lighting were also incorporated into the design. Several large existing trees were retained and serious of smaller understory trees were added to help enclose the space. The designer’s took advantage of the large trees to place down lights on the branches to achieve a moonlight effect at night. Additional lighting was used on the pergola, to accent focal points, to up light the smaller trees and around the patio. Massed planting of Japanese forest grass provides bold foliage color for the shady garden. A mulch path leads off behind the fireplace to another garden and a secluded area ideal for a bench or small table and chairs. Additional plantings were added along the rear property line to screen and unsightly fence. This project has obviously completely changed the way the owners use their backyard. They now have a seamless transition from indoors to outdoors with the use of the patio doors. The large patio allows for entertaining small gatherings outdoors for the first time. The fireplace has definitely become the primary gathering place for family and friends.

Classic White and stainless kitchen. We clad the walls with marble as well as built a farm sink out of marble. White marble can be user friendly with the right sealer, cleaner and maintenance. photo's by Lane Park