This shot beautifully captures all of the different materials used in the staircase from the entry way to the upper floors and guest quarters. The steps are made of kiln dried fir beams from the Oregon Coast, each beam was a free of heart center cut. The railing was built in place to make it look as though it was all on continuous piece. The steps to the third floor office in the top left of the picture are floating and held in place with metal support in the grinder finish. The flooring in the entry way is 2'x3' tiles of Pennsylvania Bluestone. In the bottom left hand corner is a reclaimed sliding barn door that leads to the laundry room, made in a patchwork pattern by local artist, Rob Payne. Photography by Marie-Dominique Verdier

RZR Vision Cable Railing mounted on wood stair tread of a floating stair case. ECCS
Inspiration for a modern staircase remodel in DC Metro

Mezzanine view through RZR Vision Cable Railing System. ECCS
Inspiration for a modern living room remodel in DC Metro

An internal bridge is part of the lofted living area and includes a home office with beautiful views to Okanagan Lake and a connection to the private upper balcony which has a hot tub to enjoy Knox Mountain and Okanagan Lake. Also note the mid-century modern guard rail design.

Stuart Wade, Envision Virtual Tours Spacious East Beach cottage in a great location with wrap around porches on every level allowing marsh and ocean views. Open floor plan with kitchen, family room, dining room, and additonal sitting area on the main level. Two bedrooms and full bathroom as well on the main level. On the top level, there is a laundry room, master bedroom suite with walk in closet and sitting room, as well as two additonal bedrooms and a bath. A roof top deck allows views from all angles including the The Coast Guard station as well as slight ocean and marsh views. The gound level has an outside bar and entertainment area by the pool. There is also a one car garage with tons of storage. This property is just steps to the Coast Guard station and the public beach access. Membership Application rights available.

Modern RZR Vision Cable Railing System (stairs and mezzanine). Perfect for loft floor plans wanting a modern or industrial look. ECCS
Example of a minimalist staircase design in DC Metro

Stuart Wade, Envision Virtual Tours Spacious East Beach cottage in a great location with wrap around porches on every level allowing marsh and ocean views. Open floor plan with kitchen, family room, dining room, and additonal sitting area on the main level. Two bedrooms and full bathroom as well on the main level. On the top level, there is a laundry room, master bedroom suite with walk in closet and sitting room, as well as two additonal bedrooms and a bath. A roof top deck allows views from all angles including the The Coast Guard station as well as slight ocean and marsh views. The gound level has an outside bar and entertainment area by the pool. There is also a one car garage with tons of storage. This property is just steps to the Coast Guard station and the public beach access. Membership Application rights available.

Stuart Wade, Envision Virtual Tours Spacious East Beach cottage in a great location with wrap around porches on every level allowing marsh and ocean views. Open floor plan with kitchen, family room, dining room, and additonal sitting area on the main level. Two bedrooms and full bathroom as well on the main level. On the top level, there is a laundry room, master bedroom suite with walk in closet and sitting room, as well as two additonal bedrooms and a bath. A roof top deck allows views from all angles including the The Coast Guard station as well as slight ocean and marsh views. The gound level has an outside bar and entertainment area by the pool. There is also a one car garage with tons of storage. This property is just steps to the Coast Guard station and the public beach access. Membership Application rights available.

This home was featured in the May 2016 edition of HOME & DESIGN Magazine. To see the rest of the home tour as well as other luxury homes featured, visit http://www.homeanddesign.net/classically-comfortable/

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Example of a beach style look-out dark wood floor and brown floor basement design in Boston with white walls and no fireplace

"Dramatically positioned along Pelican Crest's prized front row, this Newport Coast House presents a refreshing modern aesthetic rarely available in the community. A comprehensive $6M renovation completed in December 2017 appointed the home with an assortment of sophisticated design elements, including white oak & travertine flooring, light fixtures & chandeliers by Apparatus & Ladies & Gentlemen, & SubZero appliances throughout. The home's unique orientation offers the region's best view perspective, encompassing the ocean, Catalina Island, Harbor, city lights, Palos Verdes, Pelican Hill Golf Course, & crashing waves. The eminently liveable floorplan spans 3 levels and is host to 5 bedroom suites, open social spaces, home office (possible 6th bedroom) with views & balcony, temperature-controlled wine and cigar room, home spa with heated floors, a steam room, and quick-fill tub, home gym, & chic master suite with frameless, stand-alone shower, his & hers closets, & sprawling ocean views. The rear yard is an entertainer's paradise with infinity-edge pool & spa, fireplace, built-in BBQ, putting green, lawn, and covered outdoor dining area. An 8-car subterranean garage & fully integrated Savant system complete this one of-a-kind residence. Residents of Pelican Crest enjoy 24/7 guard-gated patrolled security, swim, tennis & playground amenities of the Newport Coast Community Center & close proximity to the pristine beaches, world-class shopping & dining, & John Wayne Airport." via Cain Group / Pacific Sotheby's International Realty Photo: Sam Frost

Inspiration for a tropical living room remodel in Charleston with white walls

Even the laundry room should have artwork! The piece on the left was done by an accomplished artist, Stephanie Fracasso. Stephanie was often commissioned by the U.S. Coast Guard to produce works for many locations. The painting perched on the counter was done by the homeowner's mother.

Designed with the view as the focal point. Kitchen steers attention to the windows, and complements the natural world outside. Tile floor keeps the room's palette warm and rustic. Silver fixtures and patterned splash guard above stove give an elegant finish. We let the waterfront inspire the kitchen design, reflecting the outside in. Photos by: Jeff Roberts Project by: Maine Coast Kitchen Design

"Dramatically positioned along Pelican Crest's prized front row, this Newport Coast House presents a refreshing modern aesthetic rarely available in the community. A comprehensive $6M renovation completed in December 2017 appointed the home with an assortment of sophisticated design elements, including white oak & travertine flooring, light fixtures & chandeliers by Apparatus & Ladies & Gentlemen, & SubZero appliances throughout. The home's unique orientation offers the region's best view perspective, encompassing the ocean, Catalina Island, Harbor, city lights, Palos Verdes, Pelican Hill Golf Course, & crashing waves. The eminently liveable floorplan spans 3 levels and is host to 5 bedroom suites, open social spaces, home office (possible 6th bedroom) with views & balcony, temperature-controlled wine and cigar room, home spa with heated floors, a steam room, and quick-fill tub, home gym, & chic master suite with frameless, stand-alone shower, his & hers closets, & sprawling ocean views. The rear yard is an entertainer's paradise with infinity-edge pool & spa, fireplace, built-in BBQ, putting green, lawn, and covered outdoor dining area. An 8-car subterranean garage & fully integrated Savant system complete this one of-a-kind residence. Residents of Pelican Crest enjoy 24/7 guard-gated patrolled security, swim, tennis & playground amenities of the Newport Coast Community Center & close proximity to the pristine beaches, world-class shopping & dining, & John Wayne Airport." via Cain Group / Pacific Sotheby's International Realty Photo: Chris Snitko

"Dramatically positioned along Pelican Crest's prized front row, this Newport Coast House presents a refreshing modern aesthetic rarely available in the community. A comprehensive $6M renovation completed in December 2017 appointed the home with an assortment of sophisticated design elements, including white oak & travertine flooring, light fixtures & chandeliers by Apparatus & Ladies & Gentlemen, & SubZero appliances throughout. The home's unique orientation offers the region's best view perspective, encompassing the ocean, Catalina Island, Harbor, city lights, Palos Verdes, Pelican Hill Golf Course, & crashing waves. The eminently liveable floorplan spans 3 levels and is host to 5 bedroom suites, open social spaces, home office (possible 6th bedroom) with views & balcony, temperature-controlled wine and cigar room, home spa with heated floors, a steam room, and quick-fill tub, home gym, & chic master suite with frameless, stand-alone shower, his & hers closets, & sprawling ocean views. The rear yard is an entertainer's paradise with infinity-edge pool & spa, fireplace, built-in BBQ, putting green, lawn, and covered outdoor dining area. An 8-car subterranean garage & fully integrated Savant system complete this one of-a-kind residence. Residents of Pelican Crest enjoy 24/7 guard-gated patrolled security, swim, tennis & playground amenities of the Newport Coast Community Center & close proximity to the pristine beaches, world-class shopping & dining, & John Wayne Airport." via Cain Group / Pacific Sotheby's International Realty Photo: Chris Snitko

The Japanese inspired railings act as a screen to divide space and act as a guard around the stairwell while still providing a sense of transparency. The colour of the Douglas Fir and clean lines add warmth and form to the white, clean, gallery like space. Photos: Breanna Thompson

The Japanese inspired railings act as a screen to divide space and act as a guard around the stairwell while still providing a sense of transparency. The colour of the Douglas Fir and clean lines add warmth and form to the white, clean, gallery like space. Photos: Breanna Thompson

"Dramatically positioned along Pelican Crest's prized front row, this Newport Coast House presents a refreshing modern aesthetic rarely available in the community. A comprehensive $6M renovation completed in December 2017 appointed the home with an assortment of sophisticated design elements, including white oak & travertine flooring, light fixtures & chandeliers by Apparatus & Ladies & Gentlemen, & SubZero appliances throughout. The home's unique orientation offers the region's best view perspective, encompassing the ocean, Catalina Island, Harbor, city lights, Palos Verdes, Pelican Hill Golf Course, & crashing waves. The eminently liveable floorplan spans 3 levels and is host to 5 bedroom suites, open social spaces, home office (possible 6th bedroom) with views & balcony, temperature-controlled wine and cigar room, home spa with heated floors, a steam room, and quick-fill tub, home gym, & chic master suite with frameless, stand-alone shower, his & hers closets, & sprawling ocean views. The rear yard is an entertainer's paradise with infinity-edge pool & spa, fireplace, built-in BBQ, putting green, lawn, and covered outdoor dining area. An 8-car subterranean garage & fully integrated Savant system complete this one of-a-kind residence. Residents of Pelican Crest enjoy 24/7 guard-gated patrolled security, swim, tennis & playground amenities of the Newport Coast Community Center & close proximity to the pristine beaches, world-class shopping & dining, & John Wayne Airport." via Cain Group / Pacific Sotheby's International Realty Photo: Sam Frost