This gas fire pit is perched just slightly off the patio area which is sheltered by this great cedar pergola.
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman backyard stamped concrete patio remodel in Oklahoma City with a fire pit and a pergola

Small 1960s home design photo in San Francisco

Nat Rea Photography
Transitional backyard concrete paver patio container garden photo in Boston with a pergola

Kitchen - mid-sized eclectic kitchen idea in San Francisco

Mid-sized eclectic home design photo in San Francisco

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic kitchen remodel in San Francisco

Home design - mid-sized eclectic home design idea in San Francisco

Photography: Albert Vecerka-Esto
Photo of an industrial landscaping in New York.

Our creative Clients wanted a show stopper for their guest bathroom. We used cement and handmade tiles to create a fun and graphic space.
Example of a small country home design design in San Francisco

Open concept kitchen - mid-sized contemporary galley ceramic tile open concept kitchen idea in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, cement tile backsplash, black appliances and an island

The walk in closet was designed using Ikea cabinetry
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic gender-neutral dark wood floor and black floor walk-in closet remodel in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic home design remodel in San Francisco

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, terra-cotta backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and white countertops

In a wooded area of Lafayette, a mid-century home was re-imagined for a graphic designer and kindergarten teacher couple and their three children. A major new design feature is a high ceiling great room that wraps from the front to the back yard, turning a corner at the kitchen and ending at the family room fireplace. This room was designed with a high flat roof to work in conjunction with existing roof forms to create a unified whole, and raise interior ceiling heights from eight to over ten feet. All new lighting and large floor to ceiling Fleetwood aluminum windows expand views of the trees beyond. The existing home was enlarged by 700 square feet with a small exterior addition enlarging the kitchen over an existing deck, and a larger amount by excavating out crawlspace at the garage level to create a new home office with full bath, and separate laundry utility room. The remodeled residence became 3,847 square feet in total area including the garage. Exterior curb appeal was improved with all new Fleetwood windows, stained wood siding and stucco. New steel railing and concrete steps lead up to the front entry. Front and rear yard new landscape design by Huettl Landscape Architecture dramatically alters the site. New planting was added at the front yard with landscape lighting and modern concrete pavers and the rear yard has multiple decks for family gatherings with the focal point a concrete conversation circle with central fire feature. Everything revolves around the corner kitchen, large windows to the backyard, quartz countertops and cabinetry in painted and walnut finishes. The homeowners enjoyed the process of selecting Heath Tile for the kitchen backsplash and white oval tiles at the family room fireplace. Black brick tiles by Fireclay were used on the living room hearth. The kitchen flows into the family room all with views to the beautifully landscaped yards. The primary suite has a built-in window seat with large windows overlooking the garden, walnut cabinetry in a skylit walk-in closet, and a large dramatic skylight bouncing light into the shower. The kid’s bath also has a skylight slot with light angling downward over double sinks. More colorful tile shows up in these spaces, as does a geometric patterned tile in the downstairs office bath shower. The large yard is taken full advantage of with concrete paved walkways, stairs and firepit circle. New retaining walls in the rear yard helped to add more level usable outdoor space, with wood slats to visually blend them into the overall design. The end result is a beautiful transformation of a mid-century home, that both captures the client’s personalities and elevates the house into the modern age.

‘Curb appeal’ was part of our initial discussion, at the start of this whole house renovation project. This simple white house with green shutters needed a jump-start with new fiber cement siding, coat of paint, windows, extended roof overhangs, roof, side screen porch, front porch and mudroom entrance as well as a family room and kitchen addition at the rear. After many meetings listening and understanding the clients ultimate goals, we created a crisp color palette and simple forms to give this house a solid perch on the hill. Place architecture:design

Pool fountain - mediterranean rectangular pool fountain idea in New York

A cozy perch beneath a mature tree.
Inspiration for a contemporary landscaping in Los Angeles.

A collaborative design with Jean Brooks Landscapes, Cambridge, MA
Large trendy rooftop rooftop deck container garden photo in Boston with no cover

This single family residence is located adjacent to a lush park on the edge of the Scarborough bluffs. The house is configured to take advantage of the long side yard aspect overlooking the park. From the interior a generous office / family room with balcony appears to be perched high in the branches of an old tree, providing views to the lake while maintaining a sense of privacy. Photo by Tom Arban