The comfortable elegance of this French-Country inspired home belies the challenges faced during its conception. The beautiful, wooded site was steeply sloped requiring study of the location, grading, approach, yard and views from and to the rolling Pennsylvania countryside. The client desired an old world look and feel, requiring a sensitive approach to the extensive program. Large, modern spaces could not add bulk to the interior or exterior. Furthermore, it was critical to balance voluminous spaces designed for entertainment with more intimate settings for daily living while maintaining harmonic flow throughout. The result home is wide, approached by a winding drive terminating at a prominent facade embracing the motor court. Stone walls feather grade to the front façade, beginning the masonry theme dressing the structure. A second theme of true Pennsylvania timber-framing is also introduced on the exterior and is subsequently revealed in the formal Great and Dining rooms. Timber-framing adds drama, scales down volume, and adds the warmth of natural hand-wrought materials. The Great Room is literal and figurative center of this master down home, separating casual living areas from the elaborate master suite. The lower level accommodates casual entertaining and an office suite with compelling views. The rear yard, cut from the hillside, is a composition of natural and architectural elements with timber framed porches and terraces accessed from nearly every interior space flowing to a hillside of boulders and waterfalls. The result is a naturally set, livable, truly harmonious, new home radiating old world elegance. This home is powered by a geothermal heating and cooling system and state of the art electronic controls and monitoring systems. The roof is simulated slate made from recycled materials. The company for this home is no longer in business but today we specify Inspire by Boral https://www.boralroof.com/product-profile/composite/classic-slate/4IFUE5205/

Eat-in kitchen - 1950s l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen idea with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Ubiquitous 12 x 12 tiles are taking a backseat to more compelling flooring in the bath. Be it geometric or colorful (as seen), baths are turning to the floors to make a statement!

This was a dream kitchen job. This mid-century townhouse was asking for a compelling, modern kitchen, and the owners were excited about doing something interesting. Modeled after that aesthetic, we designed an exquisite walnut kitchen with base cabinets that stood on a steel frame, much like a piece of furniture. Photo by Mike Schwartz

Cleverly designed for comfort and versatility, Connexion designed by Richard Frinier, allows the effortless composition of compelling and functional gathering areas for family and friends. Connexion’s elegant powder-coated aluminum frame is tautly upholstered with Versatex mesh, and fitted with cushions and pillows in Suncloth fabrics that allow for a myriad of captivating color and pattern combinations.

Abstract line designs are featured in this hand-tufted viscose area rug. The intricate hand-drawn linework and neutral color palette creates a compelling piece that transforms any space.

Abstract line designs are featured in this hand-tufted viscose area rug. The intricate hand-drawn linework and neutral color palette creates a compelling piece that transforms any space.

Abstract line designs are featured in this hand-tufted viscose area rug. The intricate hand-drawn linework and neutral color palette creates a compelling piece that transforms any space.

Informed by mid-century design, Sabbia Bar stool incorporates the best of classic proportions with modern materials. Inspired by the subtle tones of natural stone, this piece is rendered in a satin white aluminum with natural colored all-weather rope. It features a rounded tube frame and mid-rise back, that is perfectly scaled for smaller spaces and casts a compelling profile.

The clients required seating for eight at the bar! That design challenge became the most beautiful feature of this kitchen designed by Deborah Dyste. The rich, walnut counter top with an oiled finish compels the client's guests to linger, to talk, to laugh. Photography by Jennifer Kraft.

Example of a minimalist gray tile and porcelain tile corner bathtub design in Miami with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops and a one-piece toilet

New casement windows add light to the kitchen and create pleasing symmetry in the cooking area. The Modern Aire canopy hood was custom finished to match the 36-inch Kettle Black Viking range and features mirrored sterling silver banding and a chrome rail on the front. This kitchen won first place at the 2014 NKBA Northern New England design awards (medium kitchen remodel). Photo by Joseph St. Pierre.

The Bodrum home design located in Bellevue, WA! The combination of stone, shingles and siding provides beautiful and compelling texture.
Large elegant gray two-story mixed siding exterior home photo in Seattle

GABBY Baldwin Sofa, Mason Side Table, Whitford Lamp, & Brooks Coffee Table. Transitional living room.
Example of a transitional family room design in Atlanta

GABBY Ashwell Chandelier and Gertrude Chest. Ecelctic furniture and lighting.
Transitional hallway photo in Atlanta

GABBY Layla sectional sofa with Nicole Side Table and 4 Merideth Tables as a coffee table. Corinne Lamp.
Inspiration for a transitional family room remodel in Atlanta

Compelling in its simple yet cutting edge style, the Dresden modular collection is a bold take on contemporary design. The sleek, low profile frame is met with grand cloud-like seat cushions to create the statement making structure.

Abstract line designs are featured in this hand-tufted viscose area rug. The intricate hand-drawn linework and neutral color palette creates a compelling piece that transforms any space.

Combining a contemporary, masculine edge with nods to early-1900’s traditionalism, the Rook Bath Collection by Brizo® is an arresting, modern interpretation of a stately aesthetic. Rook is about the intersection of old and new. There’s a touch of modern with a masculinity to it, along with elements of classic, traditional design—all brought together with a compelling, unified vision. Space designed by Richard Herb, Richard Herb Interior Design