In this kitchen the blue island provides a pop of color in an otherwise traditional palette. The modern lighting and stools bring the space up to date and provide some nice rounder shapes to soften the lines of this beautiful kitchen.

The goal of this project was to provide a lush and vast garden for the new owners of this recently remodeled brick Georgian. Located in Wheaton this acre plus property is surrounded by beautiful Oaks. Preserving the Oaks became a particular challenge with the ample front walk and generous entertaining spaces the client desired. Under most of the Oaks the turf was in very poor condition, and most of the property was covered with undesirable overgrown underbrush such as Garlic Mustard weed and Buckthorn. With a recently completed addition, the garages were pushed farther from the front door leaving a large distance between the drive and entry to the home. This prompted the addition of a secondary door off the kitchen. A meandering walk curves past the secondary entry and leads guests through the front garden to the main entry. Off the secondary door a “kitchen patio” complete with a custom gate and Green Mountain Boxwood hedge give the clients a quaint space to enjoy a morning cup of joe. Stepping stone pathways lead around the home and weave through multiple pocket gardens within the vast backyard. The paths extend deep into the property leading to individual and unique gardens with a variety of plantings that are tied together with rustic stonewalls and sinuous turf areas. Closer to the home a large paver patio opens up to the backyard gardens. New stoops were constructed and existing stoops were covered in bluestone and mortared stonewalls were added, complimenting the classic Georgian architecture. The completed project accomplished all the goals of creating a lush and vast garden that fit the remodeled home and lifestyle of its new owners. Through careful planning, all mature Oaks were preserved, undesirables removed and numerous new plantings along with detailed stonework helped to define the new landscape.

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Inspiration for a transitional freestanding desk medium tone wood floor home office remodel in Denver with orange walls and no fireplace

Relax in this tranquil New England backyard. This seating wall not only provides ample room for family and friends but truly defines the space. Low voltage lighting provides illumination at night. Julie Capron, Conklin Limestone

The perfect starter home for a growing family! As a young professional couple, the homeowners were looking for a place to start their lives together. This 4-bedroom, 2-1/2 bath center hall colonial with an eat-in kitchen, formal dinging room, living room and family room, offers the homeowners plenty of room for entertaining as well as space to accommodate future needs. A large back patio with built-in fire pit provides additional entertainment space for large gatherings or intimate get togethers.

This former pantry had linoleum flooring and wire shelving- as basic as you could get. We added a window for natural light, custom cabinetry floor to ceiling, a wine fridge and a tall appliance cabinet for floor mops and brooms and an outlet for charging the vacuums. Adding the wallpaper provides so much whimsy to the space that we no longer have a door to the room and allow the beauty to be front and center.

Everything is bigger (and hotter) in Texas. But sometimes, even Texans need a retreat. This outdoor living space is kept cool during the day by a combination of classic sandstone walls and a Solair retractable awning created with Moreland Nugget Sunbrella fabric. Available from high-end patio stores across the country, this awning blends perfectly into the space, accentuated only by its stylish sawtooth edge. The bright blue door and dark brown woven wicker furniture by NorthCape contrasts nicely with the soft Spectrum Mushroom cushions trimmed with Canvas Cornsilk piping and the otherwise neutral color palette. The unique pillow arrangement creates an added dimension of depth and comfort. A fade-resistant Sunbrella rug, part of the Renaissance collection and available through Colonial Mills, defines the space and provides a soft landscape on the stone floor. Small, mismatched side tables can be easily rearranged to place candlelight in just the right spot, creating the perfect excuse to retract the awning and enjoy a relaxing evening under the big Texas sky.

A large colonial-style family home was designed with outstanding views over the Wairoa River Valley in the Bay of Plenty region. Traditional dormers and gables, weatherboards, bay windows and verandahs present a proud exterior. A formal entry with feature staircase leads to an upstairs master suite and home office. From the entry, oak floors lead through to the living area with its wide views towards the river. The latest in home automation provides modern living convenience while exacting attention to quality of finish provides the perfect backdrop for this comfortable, functional, and luxuriously appointed home.

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Small elegant front porch photo in Providence with decking

Set within a wooded lot in Lake Forest, this home reflects the rich colonial architectural history of the area while addressing modern family needs. The axial entry and interior galleries create an elegant formal procession of spaces. The central body of the structure houses the main living areas, while the adjacent wing provides ample kitchen and family spaces. An extending loggia creates a transitional covered area for entertaining within the idyllic park-like landscape of the property.

Kitchen - country u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

The perfect starter home for a growing family! As a young professional couple, the homeowners were looking for a place to start their lives together. This 4-bedroom, 2-1/2 bath center hall colonial with an eat-in kitchen, formal dinging room, living room and family room, offers the homeowners plenty of room for entertaining as well as space to accommodate future needs. A large back patio with built-in fire pit provides additional entertainment space for large gatherings or intimate get togethers.

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Small transitional galley medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

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Inspiration for a timeless exterior home remodel in Boston

The perfect starter home for a growing family! As a young professional couple, the homeowners were looking for a place to start their lives together. This 4-bedroom, 2-1/2 bath center hall colonial with an eat-in kitchen, formal dinging room, living room and family room, offers the homeowners plenty of room for entertaining as well as space to accommodate future needs. A large back patio with built-in fire pit provides additional entertainment space for large gatherings or intimate get togethers.

Wrought fencing, a hallmark of Spanish Colonial design, would provide little privacy from the street. Now established trees are joined by California Lilac and Coffeeberry Ito give the meadow a secret garden feel.

The perfect starter home for a growing family! As a young professional couple, the homeowners were looking for a place to start their lives together. This 4-bedroom, 2-1/2 bath center hall colonial with an eat-in kitchen, formal dinging room, living room and family room, offers the homeowners plenty of room for entertaining as well as space to accommodate future needs. A large back patio with built-in fire pit provides additional entertainment space for large gatherings or intimate get togethers.

This new home is inspired by the Colonial architecture found in the region. Situated on a stunning site bordering wooded conservation land with towering oak and beech trees, the connection to nature is of paramount importance. While the main body of the house adheres to historical precedent, the rear of the house and the various wings open up to the surrounding landscape with multi-purpose spaces and monumental windows. A geothermal system provides the hot water, heating and cooling.