This home office transforms into a guest bedroom. The mirror comes down and becomes the desk. The TV becomes the monitor for the computer/laptop to save space. The bedside table contains the file cabinet and a hidden printer. The sofa becomes a bed and has storage underneath for the bedding.

Inspiration for a laundry room remodel in DC Metro

After shot with dining table. They had eaten out there 3 times already. We need to get a picture with out the bikes. I think it will be fun in the evening with candles. Ravenscourt Landscaping & Design LLC

A well thought-out wine room with steel and glass enclosure gives this basement a high end feel.
Large eclectic concrete floor wine cellar photo in Portland

Hot tub - large country backyard concrete and kidney-shaped natural hot tub idea in Los Angeles

Large country backyard concrete and kidney-shaped natural hot tub photo in Los Angeles

Kerri Lindley
Inspiration for a contemporary porch remodel in Raleigh

Acrylic Abstract Painting by Kate Word (c)2020 gallery wrapped canvas; 48x60x1.5
Large trendy living room photo in Other

Photo: Nasozi Kakembo © 2015 Houzz
Example of a mid-sized trendy home design design in New York

We removed 3 load-bearing walls and replaced them with beams hidden in the ceiling. The Craftsman-style columns and half-walls were custom created by our talented carpenters to match the designs we provided our clients. We also removed the third window in the living room and installed a new door to the backyard in it’s place.

Originally built in 1972, these eight interlocked residential units and the accompanying House Master’s Residence won an AIA award for their unique spatial complexity, balancing standard units of construction with volumetric interplay, all while bringing natural light into living spaces. However, nearly 40 years later These 1970’s era, interlocked faculty housing units won an AIA award when first completed. They were unique in spatial complexity, By early 2,000’s they were showing signs of age, and had become outdated on many levels. Working with project management for the Faculty of Arts & Sciences, we prepared one prototype design to bring the buildings into the 21st century. New insulated skylights, standing seam metal siding, cedar decks and trellises, exchanging black roofs for well insulated white roofs, were all part of a larger planning program to renovate all nine units. The prototype was implemented in 2012, to great approval and result. In 2013 a few more units were done. In 2014 the “House Masters” unit was done, with the remaining four units planned for future budgets. Sustainable features include re-use of most materials on site, (former siding was able to become sheathing below metal panels), implementing the Stretch Energy Code for insulation, and putting new white roof membranes in place. Using FSC certified wood for decks and trellises, and using Rheinzink siding, a “200 year material” according to the manufacturer. After nearly 40 years, Ronald Gourley’s AIA award winning Faculty Housing (1972) was beginning to show its age – plywood siding was delaminating, wooden decks splintering, and custom windows failing. Therefore, the opportunity to reinvent a piece of Mid-Century Modernism presented itself when two of the building’s eight alternating rooftop designs were to be rebuilt as prototypes for the remainder of the structure. The strength of the original design was its rectilinear and symmetrical arrangement of internal and external spaces, but the difference between the two had become blurred over the decades. New zinc siding, mahogany decking, and stainless steel railings accentuate the defining elements and more clearly articulate the living spaces, breathing new life into the building and reinvigorating the surrounding campus. Furthermore, the renovation also provided a chance to bring the structure up to modern energy standards and help meet Harvard’s lofty environmental goals. Insulation within the ceilings was more than tripled, white TPO roofing reduces the heat island effect, construction waste was minimized by recasting the siding as sheathing, and materials were selected not only for aesthetics, but for their longevity and ability to be recycled as well. Harvard’s energy standards brought an uncharacteristic level of environmental care to this building. Roof structures are triple insulated, allowing separating interior from exterior in the most thermally efficient manner. North facing triple insulated skylights and white TPO roofing reduces the heat gain, but allows natural light to pour in. Materials were selected not only for aesthetics, but for their longevity. Zinc, for example, is made of 100% recycled material, and has duration of 200 years. Uncharacteristic levels of environmental care were common on this project.

Alcove bathtub - small contemporary master white tile and subway tile cement tile floor and multicolored floor alcove bathtub idea in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, blue walls, an integrated sink and solid surface countertops

Transitional living room photo in Dallas

Design ideas for a landscaping in Denver.

This recent renovation project began with a desire to open up the kitchen to the family room. Today everyone seems to want the big island to live and entertain around, right? I always recommend taking your time during the planning phase—6 weeks at least! Kitchens and bathrooms are highly functional areas, so you want to give yourself time to think thoughts like, “where am I going to put all my plastic cups?” I ask my clients lots of questions during this phase to help them design a kitchen that truly has a place for everything. Appliances and plumbing are part of this phase as well. Once the cabinet design was finalized, the demo began! Because that troublesome wall was load bearing, so the GC, Miland Home Construction, had to install a beam to support the second floor. But once that was done, boy we had a lot of space to work with! Picking your countertops is a little like picking an ice cream flavor: you really want to see all your options! Not only is function important here, but your counter material is really a major element of the kitchen, so pick one you love! This client fell in love with Taj Mahal Quartzite. The backsplash was the next layer of fun. Now the mood of the kitchen becomes clear. Will it be elegant? Homey? Rustic? Picking the lighting then becomes like the fine tuner on a microscope, adjusting the view to its perfect clarity. With construction underway, and the mood of the new space established, soft furnishings become the focus. Layering in luxurious, yet durable fabrics are the name of the game for most families. We all want beautiful spaces that can stand up to spouses, kids, and pets! It’s always a lot fun to select a deep and comfy sofa and chairs! The finishing touches are what really give the project that designer look—so be sure to save room in the budget for art, window treatments, and accessories. In this home I wallpapered the wall behind the tv with a subtle grasscloth, selected a large abstract to center the room, and echoed its colors throughout the accessories. The result is eye-pleasing indeed: soft, textured, interesting and peaceful. This busy family was thrilled with the results.

Example of a classic bathroom design in Boston

R Lucas Construction and Design improved the functionality of this kitchen by moving appliances to new locations to improve the overall flow of the heart of the home. The addition of more lighting made a huge difference in the overall look and feel of the open space, which is adjacent to a den. Our clients can now light the area in several ways, depending on the function they are hosting.