This house filled in on a lot in an established neighborhood. The intent was to create a house that looked like it belonged there. The strange collection of volumes mirror other local homes of that era and are driven by the flood zone. The house looks like it might have an addition in the back but it was all built at one time. There is a simple trick embedded in the tower roof pitch, to make it look like it belongs on the house. The large amount of glass on the first floor is made possible by embedding a steel moment frame which envelopes a slider and two windows.

The hallway includes two free-standing cabinets belonging to the homeowner. We attached them to the walls and added the trim finish. Ryan Long Photography

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Inspiration for a modern drought-tolerant backyard concrete paver landscaping in Los Angeles with a fire pit.

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Inspiration for a rustic open concept living room remodel in San Francisco with beige walls

This penthouse belongs to a native New York couple that wanted to incorporate their existing furniture and worldly souvenir's into a new space. The project focused on craftsmanship, salvaged antique furniture, and eclecticism. ​ All of the sliding doors and paneling are bespoke to emphasize the focus on craftsmanship.

Mud room with lockers, bench and cubbies to keep all of the family's belongings organized.
Example of a large classic porcelain tile mudroom design in Chicago with beige walls and a white front door

Masonite Heritage™ doors can fit any style home. Adding a splash of color helps guide guests to where things belong. The three-panel shaker profile of Winslow® lends itself well to this craftsman home.

photo: Lisa Petrole
Large minimalist open concept porcelain tile living room photo in San Francisco with a bar, white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Photo: Heather Banks © 2015 Houzz
Bedroom - eclectic bedroom idea in Austin

Eric Roth
Example of a mid-sized beach style home design design in Boston

This kitchen now belongs to the owners of a Costa Mesa home. Complete kitchen remodel by the design team at Builder Boy. Cabinets produced by Cabinet Boy, a division of Builder Boy, Inc.

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Inspiration for a modern loft-style family room library remodel in Los Angeles

Custom garage space we built for a family in Lincoln Park. We installed slatwall along all of the perimeters to neatly and efficiently organize all of their belongings.

These symmetrical his and hers dressers give each user of the closet enough space for their belongings without cramping each other.
Example of a classic gender-neutral dark wood floor walk-in closet design with white cabinets

Example of a large urban l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen design with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, brick backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

California Coastal Play Room Color and Pattern are the theme of the space. One of the reasons I love doing kid spaces is that you can go a little wild with color! In this beach house playroom, the wall jutted out awkwardly on one side of the room. It made this weird unnecessary ledge. To make it into usable space, we added reclaimed wood shelves above for toys and books. Behind the shelves, a Schumacher wall covering adds interest. Styling existing belongings in a different way give each piece a whole new feel! We had floor cushions made according to the dimensions of twin beds. Kids love to be on the floor, and this is a way to create a fun, cozy reading and playing area. The kids also sometimes put sleeping bags on top of the mini mattresses for sleepovers! For dimension, walls are painted a beachy-aqua hue on the lower half and white above. Some of the throw pillows pick up the same aqua tone, as does the rug, which grounds the space and exudes a bit of a bohemian flair. Photo Credit: Amy Bartlam

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Inspiration for a modern rooftop deck remodel in Los Angeles with no cover

Project context: A collection of traditional exterior designs shows different architectural approaches shaped around each client's needs. These examples belong to the original project archive rather than one newly named commission.

Perfectly settled in the shade of three majestic oak trees, this timeless homestead evokes a deep sense of belonging to the land. The Wilson Architects farmhouse design riffs on the agrarian history of the region while employing contemporary green technologies and methods. Honoring centuries-old artisan traditions and the rich local talent carrying those traditions today, the home is adorned with intricate handmade details including custom site-harvested millwork, forged iron hardware, and inventive stone masonry. Welcome family and guests comfortably in the detached garage apartment. Enjoy long range views of these ancient mountains with ample space, inside and out.