Example of a tuscan exterior home design in San Diego with a tile roof

Mid-sized tuscan house exterior photo in San Diego with a hip roof and a tile roof

Inspiration for a large mediterranean beige one-story stucco exterior home remodel in San Diego with a tile roof

Example of a beach style medium tone wood floor, brown floor and shiplap ceiling entryway design in Houston with gray walls and a white front door

M. Caley
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary porcelain tile and beige tile alcove shower remodel in Providence

Inspiration for a large timeless master brown tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and brown floor bathroom remodel in Cleveland with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, brown walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Example of a mid-sized classic single-wall ceramic tile and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, brown backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Adam Taylor Photo
Tuscan white tile brown floor freestanding bathtub photo in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white walls and white countertops

Example of a mid-sized transitional master multicolored tile and mosaic tile light wood floor and brown floor bathroom design in Austin with open cabinets, gray cabinets, multicolored walls, a vessel sink and tile countertops

Photography by Caryn B. Davis Located in the Cornfield Point area of Old Saybrook along Long Island Sound, this project brought a classic, yet forgotten beach house back to life. Through a little detective work and some creative ingenuity, we restored and enhanced the exterior to it’s former glory and transformed the interior to a highly efficient and functional home all the while uplifting its quaint cottage charm. On the exterior, we recreated a wonderful, airy front porch with cozy bench seats that look out to the water. The white cedar shingle siding is pre-bleached with a subtle flair at the bottom and a delicate break at mid-elevation. The asphalt shingles are not only beautifully matched with the siding, but offer superior reflective qualities to dissipate the heat of the summer sun. On the interior, we joined the front seasonal porch with the family room to form a larger, open living and dining space with paneled walls and ceilings anchored by the original round stone fireplace. In the rear, we carefully crafted a galley kitchen and laundry space with an adjacent first floor master suite. The diminutive house and property posed multiple practical and regulatory challenges which were overcome by a strong team effort, due diligence, and a commitment to the process. John R. Schroeder, AIA is a professional design firm specializing in architecture, interiors, and planning. We have over 30 years experience with projects of all types, sizes, and levels of complexity. Because we love what we do, we approach our work with enthusiasm and dedication. We are committed to the highest level of design and service on each and every project. We engage our clients in positive and rewarding collaborations. We strive to exceed expectations through our attention to detail, our understanding of the “big picture”, and our ability to effectively manage a team of design professionals, industry representatives, and building contractors. We carefully analyze budgets and project objectives to assist clients with wise fund allocation. We continually monitor and research advances in technology, materials, and construction methods, both sustainable and otherwise, to provide a responsible, well-suited, and cost effective product. Our design solutions are highly functional using both innovative and traditional approaches. Our aesthetic style is flexible and open, blending cues from client desires, building function, site context, and material properties, making each project unique, personalized, and enduring.

Mike Nekvapil
Inspiration for a large contemporary master gray tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile bathroom remodel in Portland with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface countertops and beige walls

Woodside Parade of Homes, Home Built by Designer Builders, Inc., Furniture Courtesy of Nandina Home and Design
Bathroom - traditional brown tile bathroom idea in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets and beige walls

A leaky garden tub is replaced by a walk-in shower featuring marble bullnose accents. The homeowner found the dresser on Craigslist and refinished it for a shabby-chic vanity with sleek modern vessel sinks. Beadboard wainscoting dresses up the walls and lends the space a chabby-chic feel. Garrett Buell

Elegant beige tile, brown tile, gray tile and subway tile pebble tile floor and multicolored floor alcove shower photo in Other with blue walls and a hinged shower door

Example of a large classic master brown tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and brown floor bathroom design in Cleveland with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, brown walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Example of a large classic master brown tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and brown floor bathroom design in Cleveland with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, brown walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Example of a mid-sized minimalist brown tile and subway tile porcelain tile and gray floor bathroom design in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

Alcove shower - traditional brown tile and ceramic tile alcove shower idea in Boston

James Hall Photography Dornbracht fixtures; Stoneforest.com bronze sinks; Spec Ceramics wall tiles; ASN Natural Stone floors; Metaphor Bronze accent floor tiles