A showcase suite to show off the Philips’ catalogue of LED light bulbs, this loft in Gastown’s Paris Annex building belongs to a bachelor, but was restaged with a woman in mind. Using many of the owner’s existing furnishings, the once linear, masculine room becomes more lithe and feminine with the introduction of white, colour and curves. Shapely pieces from Moroso, Vitra and BD Barcelona complement the clean lines of Bensen’s Canyon sectional. An eye-catching aqua wall is echoed in the silk thread in the Jan Kath rug. White accents imbue brightness throughout. Photo: Josh Dunford

A fun updated to a once dated basement. We renovated this client’s basement to be the perfect play area for their children as well as a chic gathering place for their friends and family. In order to accomplish this, we needed to ensure plenty of storage and seating. Some of the first elements we installed were large cabinets throughout the basement as well as a large banquette, perfect for hiding children’s toys as well as offering ample seating for their guests. Next, to brighten up the space in colors both children and adults would find pleasing, we added a textured blue accent wall and painted the cabinetry a pale green. Upstairs, we renovated the bathroom to be a kid-friendly space by replacing the stand-up shower with a full bath. The natural stone wall adds warmth to the space and creates a visually pleasing contrast of design. Lastly, we designed an organized and practical mudroom, creating a perfect place for the whole family to store jackets, shoes, backpacks, and purses. Designed by Chi Renovation & Design who serve Chicago and it's surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Wilmette, and all of the way up to Lake Forest.

The Multi-Use Craft Armoire by Studio Designs combines a table and storage for a small space in your kitchen, office, or craft rooms. The drop leaf top can accommodate a small sewing machine, a laptop, or can be used for craft projects. Supplies can easily be hidden, so your work area stays tidy. This armoire’s enclosed vertical storage provides both versatility and a space saving design for smaller rooms. The swing-out support leg has a caster for easy placement and secures itself under the tabletop for a steady surface. This piece is perfect for anyone looking for a table and storage solution for a small space.

Southwest Florida’s hot summers and mild winters, along with amenity-rich communities and beautiful homes, attract retirees from around the world every year. And, it is not uncommon to see these active adults choosing to spend their summers away from Florida, only to return for the fall/winter. For our fabulous clients, that’s exactly what they did. After spending summers in Michigan, and winters in Bonita Springs, Florida, they decided to set down some roots. They purchased a home in Bonita Bay where they had enough space to build a guest suite for an aging parent who needed around the clock care. After interviewing three different contractors, the chose to retain Progressive Design Build’s design services. Progressive invested a lot of time during the design process to ensure the design concept was thorough and reflected the couple’s vision. Options were presented, giving these homeowners several alternatives and good ideas on how to realize their vision, while working within their budget. Progressive Design Build guided the couple all the way—through selections and finishes, saving valuable time and money. When all was said and done, the design plan included a completely remodeled master suite, a separate master suite for the couple’s aging parents, a new kitchen, family room entertainment area, and laundry room. The cozy home was renovated with tiled flooring throughout, with the exception of carpeting in the bedrooms. Progressive Design Build modified some interior walls, created Wainscoted panels, a new home office, and completely painted the home inside and out. This project resulted in the first of four additional projects this homeowner would complete with Progressive Design Build over the next five years. Kitchen: Varying heights and depths breaks up that long wall of DuraSupreme Cabinetry. Includes tumbled marble back splash and radiused island.

Digital Clock, Defogger(Prevent steamy reflections with defogger. On/Off switch allows for one-touch control), Touch Screen Button, Dimmer (lets you select the ideal brightness for any task) 3D, Triple Color Temperature Lighting (cool light, warm light, and combination of cool and warm mixed) Quality polished edge 5mm silver mirrored glass is used for the best front-surface reflexivity in the visible spectrum 1” Ultra-Slim Anodized Aluminum Frame Kelvins: Cool White - 6500K Warm - 3000K Mixed - 4000 - 4500.

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Visbeen Architects’ remodel of this lakefront home makes it easy to forget its recent past as an outdated structure in need of a major update. What was once a low-profile 1980’s ranch has been transformed into a three-story cottage with more than enough character to go around. Street-facing dormers and a quaint garage entrance welcome visitors into the updated interior, which features beautiful custom woodwork and built-ins throughout. In addition to drastic improvements in every existing room, a brand new master suite was added to the space above the garage, providing a private and luxurious retreat for homeowners. A home office, full bath, laundry facilities, a walk-in closet, and a spacious bedroom and sitting area complete this upstairs haven.

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The homeowner’s of this 1971 home wanted to add a Laundry Room to their main floor. They needed to stay within the structural boundaries so designer, Mary Maney, completely redesigned the existing kitchen layout to gain the space needed for two separate rooms. With the footprint and function parameters established, she selected finishes and fixtures to make the rooms both practical and pretty. Stained cherry cabinets fill the Laundry Room giving the homeowner’s the storage they needed, a place to fold laundry and lots of hooks to hang coats. The tiled floor keeps messy shoes from tracking onto the new wood floor in the kitchen.

Stone: Bluffstone - Prescott Bluffstone is a narrow ledge stone in height with lengths from 7″ to 21″. Its average size is 3″ high by 14″ long. Available in a warm palette of tinted neutral grays, wine and hints of apricot, it’s perfect for a tight, dry-stacked look. Get a Sample of Prescott: http://www.eldoradostone.com/products/bluffstone/prescott/ Brick: ModenaBrick - Cassis Similar to TundraBrick, ModenaBrick presents a more traditional sized brick yet slightly larger. The brick face, similar to ViaBrick, reveals heavy texture showing the character resulting from centuries of contact with the elements. ModenaBrick is roughly 2.5″ high and 8″ long. Get a Sample of Cassis: http://www.eldoradostone.com/products/modenabrick/cassis/

Encinitas Country Kitchen Remodel- From a 1970's style kitchen to a fresh updated country ranch style kitchen, this is truly a balance of new and old. Located in the lovely heart of Leucadia. The mix of natural granite and stone tile with the large distressed black painted island, handblown glass lighting, and original brick and wood ceilings, this kitchen has been transformed in a traditional style benefiting from some of the homes best original features in combination with the homes new stunning upgrades.

Kitchen & whole house remodel photo credit: Big Sun Photography
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We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash. Paint colors: Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024 Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23 Robert B. Narod Photography

Elegant & Modern Living Room This living room design creates a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere, blending modern aesthetics with comfortable elements. Anchoring the space is an Heirloom area rug, providing a soft and luxurious foundation. A sleek Noir credenza offers stylish storage and a striking focal point, while two June chairs in ebony provide comfortable and chic seating, perfectly complemented by a functional Mowry spot table. The walls come alive with the artistic touch of Tri-Color Organic Palms I and II, bringing a natural and contemporary vibe, and a Postema wall clock adds a timeless element. A Modern Farm round cocktail table serves as a central gathering point, and a Wimmings table lamp pair provides warm and ambient lighting, completing this elegantly curated living space.

There’s no rude awakening in the Bluegrass Smart Home. Instead of the usual annoying blare of the alarm clock, the house gradually wakes up by turning on lights and soothing music in the bedroom, and shutting off the night alarm. The moment you walk into the bathroom, the presence detector triggers the heating circuit pump, so you don’t even have to wait for your shower to warm up! Our modern day lives can be demanding and stressful. So at the end of a busy day, you just want to flop into bed without worrying about whether or not you remembered to lock the back door. In the Bluegrass Smart Home, a push button next to the bed activates the ‘goodnight function’ and turns off all the lights and appliances on standby within the house. It also sets the night alarm so that only the door/window contacts are actively used for the alarm...which means no more false alarms triggered by the midnight munchies! In addition, the presence detectors throughout the house will turn on lights at a reduced level should you get up during the night.

Visbeen Architects’ remodel of this lakefront home makes it easy to forget its recent past as an outdated structure in need of a major update. What was once a low-profile 1980’s ranch has been transformed into a three-story cottage with more than enough character to go around. Street-facing dormers and a quaint garage entrance welcome visitors into the updated interior, which features beautiful custom woodwork and built-ins throughout. In addition to drastic improvements in every existing room, a brand new master suite was added to the space above the garage, providing a private and luxurious retreat for homeowners. A home office, full bath, laundry facilities, a walk-in closet, and a spacious bedroom and sitting area complete this upstairs haven.

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