For this kitchen, designed by Peter Bittner, the client had a very clear idea of what she wanted right from the start. She did her research. The mother of a fast growing, young family, she wanted something as efficient as it was beautiful – on the simple, yet elegant side. Her requests were straightforward: white and light grey Bilotta cabinetry in a transitional style so as not to compete with the detailing inside her 1950s Tudor-style home; a heated tile floor (By Rye Ridge Tile); stainless appliances; white subway tile backsplash by Walker Zanger (again to keep it clean and not compete with its surroundings); and seating at the island for snacks and homework. The “pop” suggested by Peter was done through the satin brass hardware and lighting fixtures. The real challenge with this space was to fit as much as possible into the existing footprint which was overall on the smaller side. The solution was eliminating a doorway (with a swinging door that opened into the kitchen) and stairs from the kitchen to the basement. By moving the stairs and doorway, the usable space increased considerably. The typical working triangle became the focus for one side of the kitchen and the island overhang and seating became available on the other side. To make up for the limited amount of wall cabinets Peter designed shallow pantry-style cabinets along the back wall. Quartz Countertops by Rom Stone Fabrication. Designer: Peter Bittner Photographer: Peter Krupenye

Transitional open concept medium tone wood floor living room photo in DC Metro with beige walls

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I was honored to work with these homeowners again, now to fully furnish this new magnificent architectural marvel made especially for them by Lake Flato Architects. Creating custom furnishings for this entire home is a project that spanned over a year in careful planning, designing and sourcing while the home was being built and then installing soon thereafter. I embarked on this design challenge with three clear goals in mind. First, create a complete furnished environment that complimented not competed with the architecture. Second, elevate the client’s quality of life by providing beautiful, finely-made, comfortable, easy-care furnishings. Third, provide a visually stunning aesthetic that is minimalist, well-edited, natural, luxurious and certainly one of kind. Ultimately, I feel we succeeded in creating a visual symphony accompaniment to the architecture of this room, enhancing the warmth and livability of the space while keeping high design as the principal focus. The centerpiece of this modern sectional is the collection of aged bronze and wood faceted cocktail tables to create a sculptural dynamic focal point to this otherwise very linear space. From this room there is a view of the solar panels installed on a glass ceiling at the breezeway. Also there is a 1 ton sliding wood door that shades this wall of windows when needed for privacy and shade.

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Luxury kitchen renovation featuring custom cabinetry, premium quartz countertops, and a statement double-edge island. A large sliding patio door brings in natural light, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow with a modern, high-end finish.

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Photography by Melissa Grimes-Guy www.melissagrimesguyphotography.com
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The furniture arrangement is ideal for the busy family of 6. Hardworking, cleanable fabrics and leather were ideal selections for upholstery. The ceilings architectural detail automatically draws the eye up while not competing with the room's focal wall featuring a linear fireplace below the TV. Arched bookshelves flank the fireplace where accessories and family photos can be displayed..

Marie Antoinette Inspired Bedroom for little girl. with custom balloon window treatments and whimsical wallpaper. Wanted something bold to ground the space and pattern to add visual interest. The pattern for the area rug is larger scale than the wallpaper to keep it from competing with it. Also the color has a tad more modern approach to a traditional rug. Photo Credit: Amy Bartlam

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Jill Malek wallpaper, Brass Korbo basket from Rejuvenation; Kyra teak stool by Four Hands; hand towel by Coyuchi
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Transitional living room photo in Minneapolis

Cephalanthus occidentalis / Buttonbush Photo: Fritz Flohr Reynolds, via Flickr, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0 generic
Photo of a landscaping in Other.

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Builder: Kemp Homes Interior Designer: Kathleen Grim, Srote & Co Cabinet Design: Detailed Designs by Denise Cabinet Production: Wright Cabinet Shop
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