As a design-build firm, the designer's focus for every project is to create a space that will not only suit the lifestyle of their clients, but also incorporate their personalities and sentimental belongings to truly make the home feel that it was built custom to them. This project encompassed the style and reclaimed artifacts from a completely different century. With timely features such as stacked stone, hand troweled limestone stucco, leaded glass windows, re-claimed 18th century European doors, slate and lead roof, gas lanterns and more, the clients wanted to replicate a traditional European home. An ARDA for Custom Home Design goes to Tongue & Groove LLC Designers: Tongue & Groove LLC with Rees Architecture PC From: Wilmington, North Carolina

As a design-build firm, the designer's focus for every project is to create a space that will not only suit the lifestyle of their clients, but also incorporate their personalities and sentimental belongings to truly make the home feel that it was built custom to them. This project encompassed the style and reclaimed artifacts from a completely different century. With timely features such as stacked stone, hand troweled limestone stucco, leaded glass windows, re-claimed 18th century European doors, slate and lead roof, gas lanterns and more, the clients wanted to replicate a traditional European home. An ARDA for Custom Home Design goes to Tongue & Groove LLC Designers: Tongue & Groove LLC with Rees Architecture PC From: Wilmington, North Carolina

Creating your outdoor living space means claiming your own little slice of nature and customizing it to suit your lifestyle and enhance your daily routine. Sometimes there is nothing more relaxing than sitting on your favorite patio chair, feeling the warm sun mixed with a cool breeze, and smelling the fragrant flowers blossoming in your garden. Imagine how much more time you would spend outside if you had your very own cabana, bungalow, pergola, sunroom or pool house to enjoy! Think of all the ways an outdoor room could enhance your Southern California lifestyle and prime your home for entertaining guests year-round.

After an insurance claim due to water damage, it was time to give this family a functional basement space to match the rest of their beautiful home! Tackling both the general contracting + design work, this space features an asymmetrical fireplace/ TV unit, custom bar area and a new bedroom space for their daughter!

That's our wood on the walls and the ceiling. Sorry, we can't claim the staircase, but the pre-finished knotty pine paneling in 1" x 8" on the ceiling provides a nice contrast to 10" half log hewn white pine siding on the walls, don't you think?

Photo by Jess Blackwell Photography
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in New York

As a design-build firm, the designer's focus for every project is to create a space that will not only suit the lifestyle of their clients, but also incorporate their personalities and sentimental belongings to truly make the home feel that it was built custom to them. This project encompassed the style and reclaimed artifacts from a completely different century. With timely features such as stacked stone, hand troweled limestone stucco, leaded glass windows, re-claimed 18th century European doors, slate and lead roof, gas lanterns and more, the clients wanted to replicate a traditional European home. An ARDA for Custom Home Design goes to Tongue & Groove LLC Designers: Tongue & Groove LLC with Rees Architecture PC From: Wilmington, North Carolina

A tree hit the gable face of this beautiful home on Ivy St. in Park Hill, Denver, Colorado. We took the brickwork down about half way, matched the old mortar, and reused the original bricks to rebuild the wall. We replaced the fascia, trim, roof edge metals, shingles near the roof edge, and flashings. Believe it or not, the carpentry was more difficult than the brickwork requiring quite a bit of shimming to make the fascia flat/level with no dips We matched the paint using Benjamin Moore paint. Thanks to Marshall, Matt, and Logan at The Ponderosa Paint Center at 5335 East Colfax. I’m so proud of this job because even I can’t see the repair.

After an insurance claim due to water damage, it was time to give this family a functional basement space to match the rest of their beautiful home! Tackling both the general contracting + design work, this space features an asymmetrical fireplace/ TV unit, custom bar area and a new bedroom space for their daughter!

Creating your outdoor living space means claiming your own little slice of nature and customizing it to suit your lifestyle and enhance your daily routine. Sometimes there is nothing more relaxing than sitting on your favorite patio chair, feeling the warm sun mixed with a cool breeze, and smelling the fragrant flowers blossoming in your garden. Imagine how much more time you would spend outside if you had your very own cabana, bungalow, pergola, sunroom or pool house to enjoy! Think of all the ways an outdoor room could enhance your Southern California lifestyle and prime your home for entertaining guests year-round.

After an insurance claim due to water damage, it was time to give this family a functional basement space to match the rest of their beautiful home! Tackling both the general contracting + design work, this space features an asymmetrical fireplace/ TV unit, custom bar area and a new bedroom space for their daughter!

While I love this staircase, I have to say that my favorite part of this photo is the pattern of light created by the sun shining through the unique balusters.

We were hired to design a Northern Michigan home for our clients to retire. They wanted an inviting “Mountain Rustic” style that would offer a casual, warm and inviting feeling while also taking advantage of the view of nearby Deer Lake. Most people downsize in retirement, but for our clients more space was a virtue. The main level provides a large kitchen that flows into open concept dining and living. With all their family and visitors, ample entertaining and gathering space was necessary. A cozy three-season room which also opens onto a large deck provide even more space. The bonus room above the attached four car garage was a perfect spot for a bunk room. A finished lower level provided even more space for the grandkids to claim as their own, while the main level master suite allows grandma and grandpa to have their own retreat. Rustic details like a reclaimed lumber wall that includes six different varieties of wood, large fireplace, exposed beams and antler chandelier lend to the rustic feel our client’s desired. Ultimately, we were able to capture and take advantage of as many views as possible while also maintaining the cozy and warm atmosphere on the interior. This gorgeous home with abundant space makes it easy for our clients to enjoy the company of their five children and seven grandchildren who come from near and far to enjoy the home. - Jacqueline Southby Photography

This project was focused on eeking out space for another bathroom for this growing family. The three bedroom, Craftsman bungalow was originally built with only one bathroom, which is typical for the era. The challenge was to find space without compromising the existing storage in the home. It was achieved by claiming the closet areas between two bedrooms, increasing the original 29" depth and expanding into the larger of the two bedrooms. The result was a compact, yet efficient bathroom. Classic finishes are respectful of the vernacular and time period of the home.

Transitional home design photo in Orange County

As a design-build firm, the designer's focus for every project is to create a space that will not only suit the lifestyle of their clients, but also incorporate their personalities and sentimental belongings to truly make the home feel that it was built custom to them. This project encompassed the style and reclaimed artifacts from a completely different century. With timely features such as stacked stone, hand troweled limestone stucco, leaded glass windows, re-claimed 18th century European doors, slate and lead roof, gas lanterns and more, the clients wanted to replicate a traditional European home. An ARDA for Custom Home Design goes to Tongue & Groove LLC Designers: Tongue & Groove LLC with Rees Architecture PC From: Wilmington, North Carolina

As a design-build firm, the designer's focus for every project is to create a space that will not only suit the lifestyle of their clients, but also incorporate their personalities and sentimental belongings to truly make the home feel that it was built custom to them. This project encompassed the style and reclaimed artifacts from a completely different century. With timely features such as stacked stone, hand troweled limestone stucco, leaded glass windows, re-claimed 18th century European doors, slate and lead roof, gas lanterns and more, the clients wanted to replicate a traditional European home. An ARDA for Custom Home Design goes to Tongue & Groove LLC Designers: Tongue & Groove LLC with Rees Architecture PC From: Wilmington, North Carolina

Photo: Esther Hershcovic © 2016 Houzz
Inspiration for an eclectic bathroom remodel in London

Many hot tub owners claim that they no longer feel the need to travel to exotic locations to unwind. All it takes is a stroll in a backyard, followed by a soothing soak in the spa, to feel rejuvenated, relaxed, and ready for whatever life brings. Relaxing quietly in one's own backyard, stargazing as jets relieve muscle tension, can feel like being at an exclusive spa getaway -- just without the suitcases. Here, our clients set their hot tub within an attractive case and added a wall for privacy and a fire bowl fountain. www.besthottubs.com