We transformed this home’s exterior with a stunning front porch addition. We demolished the old concrete steps and footings, laying the groundwork for a new structure. The new porch, built with pressure-treated lumber and durable composite materials, includes a stylish overhang with a barrel-cove ceiling and supporting columns. A white Westbury guardrail system adds elegance and safety. We replaced the hexagonal bathroom window and upgraded the front entry with a new fiberglass and full-view storm door. The finished porch, complete with an overhead light, enhances the home’s curb appeal and adds a welcoming, functional space for the homeowners to enjoy.

This couple purchased a second home as a respite from city living. Living primarily in downtown Chicago the couple desired a place to connect with nature. The home is located on 80 acres and is situated far back on a wooded lot with a pond, pool and a detached rec room. The home includes four bedrooms and one bunkroom along with five full baths. The home was stripped down to the studs, a total gut. Linc modified the exterior and created a modern look by removing the balconies on the exterior, removing the roof overhang, adding vertical siding and painting the structure black. The garage was converted into a detached rec room and a new pool was added complete with outdoor shower, concrete pavers, ipe wood wall and a limestone surround. Living Room Details: Two-story space open to the kitchen features a cultured cut stone fireplace and wood niche. The niche exposes the existing stone prior to the renovation. -Large picture windows -Sofa, Interior Define -Poof, Luminaire -Artwork, Linc Thelen (Oil on Canvas) -Sconces, Lighting NY -Coffe table, Restoration Hardware -Rug, Crate and Barrel -Floor lamp, Restoration Hardware -Storage beneath the painting, custom by Linc in his shop. -Side table, Mater -Lamp, Gantri -White shiplap ceiling with white oak beams -Flooring is rough wide plank white oak and distressed

Living room - huge traditional formal and open concept medium tone wood floor living room idea in New York with gray walls and a standard fireplace

The detail in the hard surfaces are the show stopper of this gorgeous entry. Simple, yet well placed and carefully chosen accents complete, but don't compete.

Small elegant wine cellar photo in Charlotte with display racks

Stacy Bass Photography
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized coastal l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, an island, stainless steel appliances and solid surface countertops

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Tuscan dark wood floor family room photo in Austin with white walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

This beach house was renovated to create an inviting escape for its owners’ as home away from home. The wide open greatroom that pours out onto vistas of sand and surf from behind a nearly removable bi-folding wall of glass, making summer entertaining a treat for the host and winter storm watching a true marvel for guests to behold. The views from each of the upper level bedroom windows make it hard to tell if you have truly woken in the morning, or if you are still dreaming… Photography: Paul Grdina