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Inspiration for a small shabby-chic style l-shaped medium tone wood floor and multicolored floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and white countertops
Inspiration for a small shabby-chic style l-shaped medium tone wood floor and multicolored floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and white countertops
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This stunning Hickory plank floor consists of a custom blend of select and character grade planks in random widths of 8″, 10″, and 12″. Prefinished by hand with an oil-based, satin-sheen finish at our Vermont mill.
Flooring: Select & Character Hickory, Mixed Widths
Finish: Vermont Plank Flooring Westminster Finish

Originally built in 1892, this quaint log cabin has undergone a transformative renovation while preserving its charming character. Located near the Little Deschutes River in Central Oregon, within the historic Vandert Homestead, the home now boasts bright, open spaces for everyday living, complete with flexible aluminum clad folding doors.
Working alongside contractor Bales Inc., architect Jeff Klein from Klein Architecture led the renovation with the goal of opening the once dark interior to natural light and the surrounding landscape. Central to the design was transforming a deteriorating garage into a new functional sunroom, creating a light-filled space that reorients the cabin design toward the patio and natural environment.
Restoring a Historic Cabin with Aluminum Clad Folding Doors
outdoor living with aluminum clad folding door
A Revamped Cabin Design for Indoor-Outdoor Living
The former garage is now a transitional space between the cabin and a natural stone patio. Positioned along the south elevation, the sunroom captures daylight throughout the day while acting as a buffer between the interior and exterior environments. A revised roof assembly was developed to resolve previous drainage failures. Working with framers, the design team incorporated a sloping roof system with a waterproof membrane to direct water away from the structure.
This approach not only protected the log walls but also created access to a rooftop deck from the upper level, adding functional outdoor space without expanding the building footprint.
“It was also critical to transform the existing dark, segmented interior spaces by physically opening them up to the new sunroom,” says Klein. “NanaWall systems offered the ideal solution for what we were after.”
historical homestead interior
Improving Spatial Flow, From the Kitchen to the Sunroom
The kitchen remained largely intact during the renovation, retaining many of the elements that had defined the cabin’s character for decades. Features such as the farmhouse sink, concrete countertops, butcher-block island, and built-in seating were retained, creating a perfect blend of old and new.
What changed was how the kitchen connects to the surrounding rooms. The layout now flows naturally into an adjacent dining area before extending into the newly added sunroom, delivering a seamless transition from the interiors to the outdoors through aluminum clad folding doors.
Historic log cabin with clad folding doors and windows
A Light-Filled Sunroom Designed for Gatherings with Aluminum Clad Windows and Doors
The newly added sunroom became the centerpiece of the cabin design. Designed as a bright, welcoming space, it connects the historic cabin to the natural stone patio beyond. Interior designer Sue Olson helped create the room's atmosphere by choosing finishes and furnishings that complement the cabin's rustic materials while keeping the space open and inviting.
The sunroom captures sunlight throughout the day and serves as a flexible space for dining, relaxing, and entertaining. The addition was designed to sit comfortably alongside the existing log structure while introducing expansive glazing and aluminum clad folding doors that draw daylight deep into the home.
NanaWall aluminum clad folding doors and windows
Aluminum Clad Folding Doors Open the Sunroom to the Patio
A NanaWall aluminum clad folding glass door opens the south wall of the sunroom, creating a direct connection to the natural stone patio. Spanning more than thirteen feet wide and nearly eight feet tall, the system allows the entire façade to open when the panels are folded back. Specified with pine wood frames and simulated divided lites, the door complements the cabin’s traditional materials while introducing the flexibility of modern indoor-outdoor living.
When closed, the door frames the view while bringing daylight into the sunroom. When open, the space seamlessly flows into the patio. Plus, customized with double glazed panels, these aluminum clad systems offer an insulated barrier that keeps cold weather out and keeps comfortable interiors year-round.
“The NanaWall system was the ideal solution for the proposed design,” says Klein. “The result is a seamless connection between the sheltered interior area and the openness of the outdoor environment.”
aluminum clad folding windows
A Folding Window Creates an Indoor-Outdoor Bar
Complementing the folding door and indoor-outdoor cabin design, a NanaWall aluminum clad folding window was installed at bar height along the sunroom wall facing the patio. Stretching more than thirteen feet across and just over four feet in height, the opening transforms the wall into a casual indoor-outdoor serving counter.
Specified with matching pine wood frames and simulated divided lites, the system folds away easily, creating an indoor-outdoor bar that encourages interaction between the sunroom and patio. When open, the counter becomes a flexible gathering point for meals, drinks, and conversation, allowing those inside and outside to share the space comfortably.
“The NanaWall door and window systems played a pivotal role in achieving our design objectives,” says Klein. “The connection between the indoor and outdoor environment has become seamless.”
inoor-outdoor living with clad folding windows and doors
The Flexible Design Solution for Every Home Style
Beyond creating large openings, the NanaWall aluminum clad folding doors were chosen for how well they integrate with the cabin’s traditional architecture while delivering modern functionality. The wood clad panels, specified with simulated divided lites, reflect the style and charm of classic window detailing, while panels that fold outward maximize usable space inside the cabin.
Minimal frames maximize glass area, drawing natural light deeper into the sunroom and adjacent spaces. Paired with higher weather performance sills, the systems are built to withstand the region’s climate while allowing the sunroom to shift easily between a sheltered interior space and an open-air extension of the patio.
Additionally, NanaWall aluminum clad systems feature clip-on cladding technology that allows the wood to breathe in environments where temperatures are extremely hot, humid, or cold. This, in turn, aligns with the renovation’s goal of resolving prior drainage and moisture issues.
outdoor living with NanaWall aluminum clad systems
Final Thoughts: Historic Cabin Design Reimagined for Modern Living
Today, the Vandevert Homestead perfectly blends old-time charm with modern living. The renovation maintains the historic character of the original log structure while introducing brighter, more connected spaces that better engage with the surrounding landscape.
With the transformation of the garage into a light-filled sunroom and flexible NanaWall aluminum clad folding doors, everyday living now flows naturally between the kitchen, dining area, sunroom, and patio. The result is a cabin that feels both timeless and renewed, where historic craftsmanship remains intact while the home experience is lighter, more open, and closely tied to the natural beauty of Central Oregon.

Eat-in kitchen - traditional medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Bridgeport with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, soapstone countertops, black backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and black countertops

This East Grand Rapids home needed a refresh that modernized its functionality without losing its historic character. Ridgewood Home Construction brought in custom finish carpentry to do so, creating details that would define the space.
In the dining area, built-in bench seating added charm and everyday function. The entry features custom lockers, wall paneling, and seating that keep the daily routine organized. In the kitchen, refined cabinetry and a custom range hood serve as focal points, while detailed trim work, including graceful arches, carries character through every hallway. The result is a home where every custom detail works together to modernize daily life while showcasing the historic charm the family wanted to keep.

This kitchen's focus in an expansive island featuring a baker's work center, a second sink, display cabinetry and abundant seating for family gatherings.

This project is new construction located in Hinsdale, Illinois. The scope included the kitchen, butler’s pantry, and mudroom. The clients are on the verge of being empty nesters and so they decided to right size. They came from a far more traditional home, and they were open to things outside of their comfort zone. O’Brien Harris Cabinetry in Chicago (OBH) collaborated on the project with the design team but especially with the builder from J. Jordan Homes. The architecture of this home is interesting and defined by large floor to ceiling windows. This created a challenge in the kitchen finding wall space for large appliances.
“In essence we only had one wall and so we chose to orient the cooking on that wall. That single wall is defined on the left by a window and on the right by the mudroom. That left us with another challenge – where to place the ovens and refrigerator. We then created a vertically clad wall disguising appliances which floats in between the kitchen and dining room”, says Laura O’Brien.
The room is defined by interior transom windows and a peninsula was created between the kitchen and the casual dining for separation but also for added storage. To keep it light and open a transparent brass and glass shelving was designed for dishes and glassware located above the peninsula.
The butler’s pantry is located behind the kitchen and between the dining room and a lg exterior window to front of the home. Its main function is to house additional appliances. The wall at the butler’s pantry portal was thickened to accommodate additional shelving for open storage. obrienharris.com

• 3/4" x 8" hand distressed Hickory planks Character Grade
• Character grade Hickory
• Dyed and stained. (Custom Color)
Family room - huge traditional open concept medium tone wood floor family room idea in San Francisco with a bar
Family room - huge traditional open concept medium tone wood floor family room idea in San Francisco with a bar

This East Grand Rapids home needed a refresh that modernized its functionality without losing its historic character. Ridgewood Home Construction brought in custom finish carpentry to do so, creating details that would define the space.
In the dining area, built-in bench seating added charm and everyday function. The entry features custom lockers, wall paneling, and seating that keep the daily routine organized. In the kitchen, refined cabinetry and a custom range hood serve as focal points, while detailed trim work, including graceful arches, carries character through every hallway. The result is a home where every custom detail works together to modernize daily life while showcasing the historic charm the family wanted to keep.

Ebonized carved "Troje" column from Michoacan, Mexico anchors the room
Home office - traditional freestanding desk dark wood floor home office idea in New York with beige walls
Home office - traditional freestanding desk dark wood floor home office idea in New York with beige walls

Example of a porcelain tile laundry room design in Other with laminate countertops

Inspiration for a small eclectic gender-neutral carpeted and blue floor kids' room remodel in Phoenix with multicolored walls
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