This transitional kitchen borrows element styles of the past and combines them with contemporary features to produce a new and fresh look by our designers.

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Prior to renovation, two bedrooms opened directly into the great room but now they are accessed from a small hallway offering much needed privacy. Space was borrowed from an oversized closet, which also yielded a hall linen cabinet, and one of two back-to-back bathrooms.

This master bath was remodeled to allow for two vanities and a freestanding tub. The original master bath was dark and very outdated and featured mauve tile in the shower and a pink marble countertop. Space was borrowed from an adjoining kid's bathroom and an extra wide hallway to give the master bathroom more space. The client loved the thought of using blue as an accent and the layout of the bathroom created the perfect spot to feature a hand glazed blue accent tile. Carrara marble was used on the vanity walls as well as a chimney wall at the end of the tub and the shower. The result is a picture perfect bathroom to relax and enjoy!

While maintaining most of the existing cabinets (with the exception of the new island and pantry storage), the small kitchen was enlarged and opened to the other living spaces. The internal spaces are bright with borrowed light and views of the outdoors. Linda McManus Images

This Willow Glen Eichler had undergone an 80s renovation that sadly didn't take the midcentury modern architecture into consideration. We converted both bathrooms back to a midcentury modern style with an infusion of Japandi elements. We borrowed space from the master bedroom to make the master ensuite a luxurious curbless wet room with soaking tub and Japanese tiles.

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On warm summer evenings the dining table takes advantage of the nearby BBQ, the long view of the pond, a borrowed view into the lawn next door, and the western evening sky.

The minimalist style of the Quiessence collection brings retro European design to America. It borrows a design philosophy from the 1950s and applies it to the technology found today. Two simple, perpendicular lines intersect creating a bold statement that is accented by handle materials including metal, Maple, or Wenge wood.

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The existing mudroom stopped at the landing, creating a tight and crowded entry point for the family. By borrowing a bit of space from the kitchen, we were able to create a more functional, organized drop zone -perfect for the kids’ gear, dog-walking essentials, and the everyday items that keep a busy household moving.

Enlarged shower by removing angled wall and borrowing space form adjacent hall closet. by She Sees Photography
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This architectural marvel stands as an impeccable rendition of Renaissance-style elegance, with traditional French wooden windows serving as its defining feature. Designed as a lavish castle-like residence, it borrows heavily from the grandeur and sophistication characteristic of the Renaissance period, seamlessly blending history and luxury into an unforgettable spatial experience.

The sisters worked together to borrow space from an adjoining bedroom to create this white tiled oasis. It's turquoise ceiling, silver clawfoot tub, vintage style tile wrapping the whole room and glamorous accents make this a bathroom fit for a queen. Design by Marilynn Taylor, The Taylored Home, Contractor Allison Allain, Plumb Crazy

The bold pattern of the bed frame and trim add a fun twist to this bedroom while custom window treatments tie the room together. Borrowing a deep burgundy from the intricate pattern, the adjacent walls are painted in the saturated hue. Crisp white on the ceiling and bookshelves are juxtaposed against the striking color and reflect natural light flooding in through the large rectangular window.

This transitional kitchen borrows element styles of the past and combines them with contemporary features to produce a new and fresh look by our designers.

Mariko Reed Architectural Photography
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