Inspiration for a huge tropical full sun side yard driveway in Los Angeles for summer.

In order to make this kitchen more functional and create a better layout, we opened the area and completely reconfigured the space. Because this house was built before 1972, we had to take special precautions during demolition and clean up to contain any lead hazards. We are an EPA Lead Certified firm, equipped and qualified to contain the potential dangers of lead in older homes. We opened the wall to the dinette area by six feet allowing a clear view to the backyard from the kitchen. An island with seating was installed providing extra storage and prep space. Everything from the cabinets and countertops to the light fixtures was carefully installed by our qualified crew, making the kitchen more functional to accommodate a busy family. Neil Landino Photography

Embracing the beauty of the existing, this Cleveland home underwent a transformative exterior facelift. Partnering with Dover Home Remodelers, the homeowners breathed new life into their abode. Retaining elements like stacked stone and cream-colored siding, the remodel introduced modern features—a striking Therma Tru double door, cedar accents, and Timbercraft shutters. Witness how small changes led to a remarkable transformation, showcasing the power of thoughtful design.

1. Made of AquateX™ award-winning composite 2. Velvety, warm, smooth and pleasant to the touch hypoallergenic surface 3. Classically rounded rectangular shape 4. Designed for comfortable two-person bathing 5. Galvanized steel frame with adjustable feet 6. Preinstalled pop-up waste fitting 7. 25 Year Limited Warranty 8. cUPC certified

This unique cabin began as an ordinary ranch house with a million dollar Lake Norfork view. The layout was chopped up with too small of kitchen and baths. One bath that served two bedrooms was only accessible through one bedroom. We valted all of the ceilings and finished them with wood. Only closing in the porch, we rearranged the entire house. It is not only dramatic, it is functional and full of excellent craftsmanship. Howard Shannon drew all of the plans. Photos by Claudia Shannon Claudia Shannon

While being the new kid on the block, this home was designed to be a good neighbor to it's older surroundings. Progressive in materiality, fenestration and detailing but sympathetic in scale and form. It provides the homeowners privacy from the street but is very open to the backyard and the southern sun exposure afforded there. While the home is not certified, it subscribes to many Passive House principles which means it provides a very comfortable environment with good indoor air quality as well as reducing energy consumption. To further tread lightly on the planet, the home is all electric thereby directly excluding the use of fossil fuels. Alternative energy is provided by geothermal and solar photovoltaic systems. The homeowners are also big proponents of local bike culture and have prioritized bike use with an attached bike garage that also serves as a space for training and repairs, and a small bike trail looping the urban property.

This kitchen remodel was for two empty nesters. Their townhouse had a small working space in the kitchen with a little breakfast nook that served more as a drop zone and storage area than functional kitchen space. We completely reconfigures the spaced by moving the sink and range to the long wall adding a beverage center and drop zone as you enter through the garage and a small island for prep and conversation. The finishes include maple stained cabinet, as they didn’t want a white kitchen, with a dark blue island . They love traveling and collecting momentous from their favorite destinations. The Italian hand blown glass pendant over the sink tied the space together and made it feel special to their style. Overall, the flow is much more functional and offers ample counter space. They love working at the island when making cookies with their grandson.

Castile Pellet Stove Quadrafire & Main Street Stove & Fireplace The Castile blends the best of the Old World with state-of-the-art engineering. These EPA certified pellet stoves combine cast iron craftsmanship with patented technology to deliver impressive performance. Make it your own with unique finishing options. 38,700 BTUs — heats 700 to 1,700 square feet, based on climate and home efficiency EPA certified, with low emission levels of 1.8 grams per hour 40lb hopper capacity Patented feed system for jam-free operation Easy-clean firepot Width: 24" Height: 28-9/16" Depth: 24-5/8" BTU/hr Input1: 11,600-38,700 Heating Capacity2: 700-1,800 sq ft Hopper Capacity3: 40lb Viewing Area: 106 sq in Efficiency4: 78% Emissions: 1.8 g/hr

This dream garage shows the importance of storage. Keeping everything out of the way is do-able with ample storage. Whether putting in a garage organization system or re-using older kitchen cabinets the results are the same. The Epoxy floor offers a clean and bright surface. This home was featured in Philadelphia Magazine August 2014 issue with Tague Lumber to showcase its beauty and excellence. Photo by Alicia's Art, LLC RUDLOFF Custom Builders, is a residential construction company that connects with clients early in the design phase to ensure every detail of your project is captured just as you imagined. RUDLOFF Custom Builders will create the project of your dreams that is executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsman, while creating lifetime client relationships that are build on trust and integrity. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area including West Chester, Gladwynne, Malvern, Wayne, Haverford and more. As a 6 time Best of Houzz winner, we look forward to working with you on your next project.

While being the new kid on the block, this home was designed to be a good neighbor to it's older surroundings. Progressive in materiality, fenestration and detailing but sympathetic in scale and form. It provides the homeowners privacy from the street but is very open to the backyard and the southern sun exposure afforded there. While the home is not certified, it subscribes to many Passive House principles which means it provides a very comfortable environment with good indoor air quality as well as reducing energy consumption. To further tread lightly on the planet, the home is all electric thereby directly excluding the use of fossil fuels. Alternative energy is provided by geothermal and solar photovoltaic systems. The homeowners are also big proponents of local bike culture and have prioritized bike use with an attached bike garage that also serves as a space for training and repairs, and a small bike trail looping the urban property.

These two pieces of Sprout modern kids furniture provide stylish, affordable, kid sized storage. Using Sprout's night stand and 6 drawer organizer together creates a sleek , minimalistic, modern and functional kids bedroom.

The back addition to this home included a small deck and the expansion of the existing kitchen. Photos by Alicia's Art, LLC RUDLOFF Custom Builders, is a residential construction company that connects with clients early in the design phase to ensure every detail of your project is captured just as you imagined. RUDLOFF Custom Builders will create the project of your dreams that is executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsman, while creating lifetime client relationships that are build on trust and integrity. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area including West Chester, Gladwynne, Malvern, Wayne, Haverford and more. As a 6 time Best of Houzz winner, we look forward to working with you on your next project.

This home’s small kitchen desperately needed mud room storage, as the detached garage is outside the back door. The design was carefully planned along with all storage needs and we were able to add a wide, double door cabinet closet by the back door. The upper area holds coats and clutter. The lower doors have hooks and boot trays for backpacks and shoes. Paneling the Subzero fridge and the dishwasher not only conceals these appliances but also helps with softening the weight. A few details on the kitchen including the skirt on the toe, the clean lines on the wood hood and the posts on the island make this kitchen a special place for this family of four!

While being the new kid on the block, this home was designed to be a good neighbor to it's older surroundings. Progressive in materiality, fenestration and detailing but sympathetic in scale and form. It provides the homeowners privacy from the street but is very open to the backyard and the southern sun exposure afforded there. While the home is not certified, it subscribes to many Passive House principles which means it provides a very comfortable environment with good indoor air quality as well as reducing energy consumption. To further tread lightly on the planet, the home is all electric thereby directly excluding the use of fossil fuels. Alternative energy is provided by geothermal and solar photovoltaic systems. The homeowners are also big proponents of local bike culture and have prioritized bike use with an attached bike garage that also serves as a space for training and repairs, and a small bike trail looping the urban property.

These clients came to my office looking for an architect who could design their "empty nest" home that would be the focus of their soon to be extended family. A place where the kids and grand kids would want to hang out: with a pool, open family room/ kitchen, garden; but also one-story so there wouldn't be any unnecessary stairs to climb. They wanted the design to feel like "old Pasadena" with the coziness and attention to detail that the era embraced. My sensibilities led me to recall the wonderful classic mansions of San Marino, so I designed a manor house clad in trim Bluestone with a steep French slate roof and clean white entry, eave and dormer moldings that would blend organically with the future hardscape plan and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. The site was a deep, flat lot that had been half of the old Joan Crawford estate; the part that had an abandoned swimming pool and small cabana. I envisioned a pavilion filled with natural light set in a beautifully planted park with garden views from all sides. Having a one-story house allowed for tall and interesting shaped ceilings that carved into the sheer angles of the roof. The most private area of the house would be the central loggia with skylights ensconced in a deep woodwork lattice grid and would be reminiscent of the outdoor “Salas” found in early Californian homes. The family would soon gather there and enjoy warm afternoons and the wonderfully cool evening hours together. Working with interior designer Jeffrey Hitchcock, we designed an open family room/kitchen with high dark wood beamed ceilings, dormer windows for daylight, custom raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and a textured glass tile splash. Natural light and gentle breezes flow through the many French doors and windows located to accommodate not only the garden views, but the prevailing sun and wind as well. The graceful living room features a dramatic vaulted white painted wood ceiling and grand fireplace flanked by generous double hung French windows and elegant drapery. A deeply cased opening draws one into the wainscot paneled dining room that is highlighted by hand painted scenic wallpaper and a barrel vaulted ceiling. The walnut paneled library opens up to reveal the waterfall feature in the back garden. Equally picturesque and restful is the view from the rotunda in the master bedroom suite. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Jeffrey Hitchcock Enterprises Contractor: Synergy General Contractors, Inc. Landscape Design: LZ Design Group, Inc. Photography: Laura Hull

Katharine Kobi grew up in Wayland, Massachusetts. She has a B.S. in Interior Design from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and is a certified Interior Designer in Virginia and a Professional Member of ASID. With almost 40 years experience as an Interior Designer in large retail stores, small design studios and as a private consultant, Katharine brings with her trusted expertise in the design field. Katharine loves the challenge of finding comfortable and beautiful solutions for all kinds of rooms… each one as unique as their owners. Her hobbies include travel, cooking, crossword puzzles and reading. Katharine would like her customers to know that after 40 years at Willis Furniture, she has had an opportunity to work with many clients on a variety of projects in all design styles. Her goal is that of a translator, letting the client achieve the dream result they want, one that reflects their individual personalities, lifestyle and taste.

Before and After Photos of Home Gym upgrade By SNAPSPORTS Some home court builders would call this drab room with unsafe vct tiles a basketball court. We transformed the room using the multi-patented SnapSports light maple and dark maple Revolution tiles, along with yellow wall pads and a custom logo! #Snapsports is a nationwide company with Certified builders / installers

This small kitchen is located in an historical row home in Center City, Philadelphia. These custom made contemporary cabinets compliment the green subway tiled walls nicely. Some details include eco friendly wallpaper, brushed nickel handles and a convenient pot filler. Sometimes you don't need a large kitchen as long as you have everything you need right at hand! Photography by Alicia's Art, LLC RUDLOFF Custom Builders, is a residential construction company that connects with clients early in the design phase to ensure every detail of your project is captured just as you imagined. RUDLOFF Custom Builders will create the project of your dreams that is executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsman, while creating lifetime client relationships that are build on trust and integrity. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area including West Chester, Gladwynne, Malvern, Wayne, Haverford and more. As a 6 time Best of Houzz winner, we look forward to working with you on your next project.

The design for this Stunning wave styled shelving unit comes from a combination of nature and architecture. We wanted to create something that makes a statement, while still being practical and minimalistic. We believe this large wave cubby bookcase accomplished that.