This Laundry/Mud Room counter really helped update the area. A small Quartz counter top like this can easily be done out of a remnant & help save a lot of money.

Cosmic Black granite is shown in this project! Search the specific granite name, see more granite or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.

Two Birds Photography
Kids' room - transitional kids' room idea in Chicago

This decorative garden panel was custom fabricated with a steel frame and wood inlay. A flower bed and tree surround were added allowing space for spring colors and herbs. Western Red Cedar was sealed and stained with a rich color to compliment the Satin Black powder coated frame. Designed with the future in mind, the wood can be easily removed by one of our skilled installers if there's any need for refinishing, restyling, or through access.

In the master bath, the lady of the house has a vanity that faces the window so she can be naturally illuminated. Her makeup mirror is not pictured, but it sits on a stand so it can be easily moved and adjusted. Two metal shelving units (one is shown) flank the doorway and provide both display and storage opportunities. A Bonisolli Photography

Mahonia aquifolium / Oregon grape Photo: Manuel, via Flickr, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-2.0 Generic. Modified from the original by Debbie Ballentine.

Front yard landscape rejuvenation project. Our task was to remove all overgrown plant material and plant sparingly in this area and use gravel to provide access to the garage so you can easily step around parked cars.

My clients needed to utilize their rooftop space and transform it into a beautiful clean outdoor space that they could utilize anytime, from parties to a simple outdoor family breakfast area in sunny Cyprus. This outdoor area consists of a hidden sink, fridge and barbecue area which can be easily closed with a shutter door in order to avoid dust and damages during winter.

There are three kids’ bathrooms in this home — it’s always a creative challenge to create a finish package that is durable (hello, kids!), playful enough to reflect kids’ personalities, but classic and adaptable to the constantly changing decorative whim of our darlings. Enter a neutral tile packages with wallpaper and fixtures that can be easily swapped when tastes change.

My clients needed to utilize their rooftop space and transform it into a beautiful clean outdoor space that they could utilize anytime, from parties to a simple outdoor family breakfast area in sunny Cyprus. This outdoor area consists of a hidden sink, fridge and barbecue area which can be easily closed with a shutter door in order to avoid dust and damages during winter.

Mid-sized beach style open concept light wood floor and brown floor family room photo in Orlando with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

The wood is a flat-cut walnut, run horizontally. The bar was redesigned in the same wood with onyx countertops. The open shelves are embedded with LED lighting. The clients also wanted to be able to eat dinner in the room while watching TV but there was no room for a regular dining table so we designed a custom silver leaf bar table to sit behind the sectional with a custom 1 1/2" Thinkglass art glass top. We also designed a custom walnut display unit for the clients books and collectibles as well as four cocktail table /ottomans that can easily be rearranged to allow for the recliners. New dark wood floors were installed and a custom wool and silk area rug was designed that ties all the pieces together. We designed a new coffered ceiling with lighting in each bay. And built out the fireplace with dimensional tile to the ceiling. The color scheme was kept intentionally monochromatic to show off the different textures with the only color being touches of blue in the pillows and accessories to pick up the art glass.

Photo: Michaela Dodd © 2016 Houzz
Eclectic kitchen photo in Austin

Eclipse Awning uses Gator Shield Galvanized Tubing and can be painted to match any color. The Fabric Top is Weather Max 80, Sewn with Tenara rot proof HDPE thread. The frame is designed to be assembled onsite with no welding and the fabric can be easily removed if storms are threatening or for winter to allow thermal heating.

Steve Henke
Elegant sunroom photo in Minneapolis

Small Dining Area is decked out with sleek table and tufted dining chairs. Oversized sideboard adds much needed extra storage for serving pieces. Two hand painted chairs flank the sideboard and can easily make dining for six. Unique chandelier is just the right finishing touch.

This smart under-the-counter wine storage cabinet is ideal for wines that need time to mature before reaching perfection. Since it ventilates through the toe kick, no counter slots are necessary and the cabinet can be integrated easily and elegantly into any kitchen environment. The digital temperature display is conveniently located at the top of the cabinet with visibility through an elegant glass door.

4. KITCHEN ISLANDS We make small furniture islands that can be moved around easily, to large 2 level islands with a 36'' works surface and a 42'' serving or bar top surface on the back side. Islands are good cabinets to put in a sink or cook top

Foyer - transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor foyer idea in Phoenix with beige walls and a glass front door