With respect to the notion of old-meets-new, the kitchen strikes a comfortable balance between materials. For the center island, Franklin repurposed original barn siding into cladding for the unit, painting it grey. The Corian counter top and stainless steel backsplash provide a cool contrast. A set of antique barstools was a fortunate find for the homeowner. Sourced from a local bar that had closed, all they needed was a little elbow grease to realize their full potential. It took days to remove years worth of nicotine stains from them, but as Franklin exclaims, "It was worth it because the old stools found a new home in an old barn!" The partial wall was designed to address a number of functional and aesthetic concerns. Dividing the workspace from the storage space, it keeps the pantry area out of view, and allows light to carry through this area of the home. Franklin also uses the wall as a means to display his growing teapot collection. "It’s funny," he confesses, "but I think they can entice people to sit down, have a cup of tea and converse (Imagine that in this world of technology!)" Adrienne DeRosa Photography

This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

The first bedroom was created using the former living space and offers maximum sleeping capacity. With two queen beds, this room offers everything guests need, complete with a custom, built-in nightstand that camouflages what was previously an unsightly, but necessary gas shutoff. This custom furniture piece is so perfectly suited for the space, you’d never guess it is serving another function in addition to being a beautiful night stand. This 1920s basement’s low ceilings and ductwork were seamlessly integrated throughout the space. In this bedroom, we were especially concerned with a small section of ductwork and how to integrate into the design. Lacking a closet space, a simple section of black pipe creates a natural spot to hang clothing, while also feeling cohesive with the overall design and use of pipe detail in common areas.

Photo: Stan Shebs, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported Cercis occidentalis in the south fork of Pine Creek Canyon, Red Rock Canyon, Spring Mountains, southern Nevada

“We went with a very durable engineered hickory flooring to compliment the oak trim,” explains Mann. “She was concerned about their dog’s nails and the potential for lots of scratches and she didn’t want the gaps common in some LVT applications that can trap dirt.” Laundry Room: Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT): Gravity 2137-1 Cabinets—Mid Continent (Paint/ stain combo) The cost was a bit of a concern, so instead of custom cabinets, we when with a semi-custom line which allowed her to have a larger, more functional island. Overall the opening up the kitchen literally tripled their storage space.

Contact our office concerning price or customization of this Kids Bedroom Set. 347-492-55-55 This kids bedroom furniture set is made in Italy from the fines materials available on market. This bedroom set is a perfect solution for those looking for high quality kids furniture with great storage capabilities to embellish and organize the children`s bedroom. This Italian bedroom set also does not take lots of space in the room, using up only the smallest space required to provide room with storage as well as plenty of room for your kids to play. All the pieces within this kids furniture collection are made with a durable and easy to clean melamine on both sides, which is available for ordering in a variety of matt colors that can be mixed and matched to make your kids bedroom bright and colorful. Please contact our office concerning details on customization of this kids bedroom set. The starting price is for the "As Shown" composition that includes the following elements: 1 Corner Composition Bridge 1 Bookcase 1 Twin platform bed (bed fits US standard Twin size mattress 39" x 75") 1 Nightstand Please Note: Room/bed decorative accessories and the mattress are not included in the price. MATERIAL/CONSTRUCTION: E1-Class ecological panels, which are produced exclusively through a wood recycling production process Bases 0.7" thick melamine Back panels 0.12" thick MDF Doors 0.7" thick melamine Front drawers 0.7" thick melamine Dimensions: Corner Composition Bridge: W(98" x 79.1") x D21" x H84" Bookcase: W20.3" x D21" x H84" Twin bed frame with internal dimensions W39" x D75" (US Standard) Full bed frame with internal dimensions W54" x D75" (US Standard) Nightstand: W17.7" x D14.2" x H17"

Wet bar - small traditional dark wood floor wet bar idea in Birmingham with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash and stone slab backsplash

Our designer has achieved a stylish look by combining dark cabinets and light-colored marbles.

Allan has used hardwood floors in every house he has created. He notes hardwood floors are becoming more popular. He likes to focus on natural, superior, long lasting materials for all parts of the construction of his houses. His clients have understood the value of enduring materials in the kind of projects he has been fortunate to have. Allan specifies CRAFT floors to solve some of the most common concerns in flooring selection. This includes access to interesting and unique floors of lasting quality (solid core components and longer lengths are key), responsibly sourced materials, and a reliable advanced construction that performs in any home environment including being radiant heat compatible.

Before and After- Kitchen Sink window with tile. This photo is a great example of how we address several common concerns: 1) installing shutters when there is an existing frame in the window 2) mounting shutters on or near tile 3) putting shutters in windows with cranks Here is the advice from one of our experts Design Consultants: "I get more reservations or questions about mounting on existing framing and over cranks and locks, than tile, but this is a great example of both. The concerns are, when mounting on existing framing, customers think that the shutter is going to stick out too far out in the room. Once it’s done it’s hardly noticeable, especially when it’s painted the same color as their trim. (A great case for us doing custom painted shutters!) Another concern is that the framing will inhibit the rotation of the window crank. We can always do a frame cut-out, or in this case, not put any framing on the window sill at all. It really transformed the room for a more finished look." Visit Window Fashions of Texas today and our shutter experts will show you how we can work with most any window. Mary Hudson

Freestanding bathtub - mid-sized transitional master multicolored tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, black floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub idea in Milwaukee with recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

A pivotal aspect of the redesign involved transforming the traditional bathtub into a spacious, accessible shower. This alteration prioritizes ease of entry and maneuverability, addressing concerns associated with mobility limitations commonly experienced with aging.

Gregory Maka
Inspiration for a mid-sized 1960s l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in New York with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Awning windows are hinged on top and open outward, enabling ventilation without concern for the weather outside. Commonly used in hard to reach areas, they can be easily opened and closed with the turn of a handle. Tuscany Series awning windows look great when paired with picture windows.

To define the spaces of this semi-urban infill home, our clients asked for plenty of exposed concrete walls. We began the design process with a perfectly square black metal box that we cut into, sliced 127 feet of 10’ tall concrete walls through, and carved spaces, niches, nooks, and crannies out of. A flat roof plane with a wood ceiling cuts through the entire affair, offering a carport to start with, an entry, raised main living spaces, and a covered terrace in the backyard. To meet their contemporary concerns, we ensured to provide elegant office and craft studio nooks adjacent to the common spaces, easily hidden by room-high sliding panels.

Awning windows are hinged on top and open outward, enabling ventilation without concern for the weather outside. Commonly used in hard to reach areas, they can be easily opened and closed with the turn of a handle. Tuscany Series awning windows look great when paired with picture windows.

Awning windows are hinged on top and open outward, enabling ventilation without concern for the weather outside. Commonly used in hard to reach areas, they can be easily opened and closed with the turn of a handle. Tuscany Series awning windows look great when paired with picture windows.

Buttonbush / Cephalanthus occidentalis Photo: Bob Peterson, via Flickr, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic

To define the spaces of this semi-urban infill home, our clients asked for plenty of exposed concrete walls. We began the design process with a perfectly square black metal box that we cut into, sliced 127 feet of 10’ tall concrete walls through, and carved spaces, niches, nooks, and crannies out of. A flat roof plane with a wood ceiling cuts through the entire affair, offering a carport to start with, an entry, raised main living spaces, and a covered terrace in the backyard. To meet their contemporary concerns, we ensured to provide elegant office and craft studio nooks adjacent to the common spaces, easily hidden by room-high sliding panels.