YOU DON'T CHANGE A CLASSIC. YOU REFINE IT. | Tara is the contemporary interpretation of a design icon. Evolution in design, in architecture, new finishes and colors. These are small changes, fine details. But it is precisely these details that determine the class of Tara. Tara looks even more elegant. The extended body formally straightens up the fitting. The rosettes and handles are more streamlined, and the overall contours are sharper. All this is done to put even greater emphasis on the perfect, geometric, symmetric and clear use of form and to concentrate and refocus. TARA has set the standard for more than a decade. Tara will set the standard for the future. | Available at www.shopstudio41.com

Builder: Brad DeHaan Homes Photographer: Brad Gillette Every day feels like a celebration in this stylish design that features a main level floor plan perfect for both entertaining and convenient one-level living. The distinctive transitional exterior welcomes friends and family with interesting peaked rooflines, stone pillars, stucco details and a symmetrical bank of windows. A three-car garage and custom details throughout give this compact home the appeal and amenities of a much-larger design and are a nod to the Craftsman and Mediterranean designs that influenced this updated architectural gem. A custom wood entry with sidelights match the triple transom windows featured throughout the house and echo the trim and features seen in the spacious three-car garage. While concentrated on one main floor and a lower level, there is no shortage of living and entertaining space inside. The main level includes more than 2,100 square feet, with a roomy 31 by 18-foot living room and kitchen combination off the central foyer that’s perfect for hosting parties or family holidays. The left side of the floor plan includes a 10 by 14-foot dining room, a laundry and a guest bedroom with bath. To the right is the more private spaces, with a relaxing 11 by 10-foot study/office which leads to the master suite featuring a master bath, closet and 13 by 13-foot sleeping area with an attractive peaked ceiling. The walkout lower level offers another 1,500 square feet of living space, with a large family room, three additional family bedrooms and a shared bath.

The simplicity of this Bleecker Street Pendant defines a point of view that brings clarity, calmness, and a sense of order to its space. The concentric cylindrical geometry is banded by a ring that supports a single bronze tubular lamp that glows within its pure form.

The home office has evolved into an indispensable space that seamlessly blends productivity and comfort. Tailored to the demands of remote work or personal projects, a well-designed home office often features ergonomic furniture, ample storage, and efficient technology integration. Thoughtful placement of desks and chairs enhances workflow, while strategic lighting promotes focus and reduces eye strain. The home office is not only a functional workspace but also an expression of individual style, with personalized decor and organizational elements contributing to a conducive and inspiring atmosphere. As the boundary between work and home blurs, the home office emerges as a versatile sanctuary that fosters concentration, creativity, and a harmonious work-life balance.

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The efficient concentration of functions in the center of the kitchen rendered vast available space, expanding circulation all around the island and its surrounds.

This writing desk and study unit is designed to make things easy for you, thanks to the brilliantly arranged shelves, drawers and cabinets. Buried treasure map, enigmatic manuscript and the rudder concept will increase your concentration.

YOU DON'T CHANGE A CLASSIC. YOU REFINE IT. | Now Tara is the contemporary interpretation of a design icon for the kitchen as well. They are small changes, fine details. But it is precisely these details that determine the class of Tara. Tara looks even more elegant. The extended body formally straightens up the fitting. The rosettes and handles are more streamlined, and the overall contours are sharper. All this is done to put even greater emphasis on the perfectly geometric, symmetrical and clear use of form and to concentrate and refocus. This refinement also puts Tara Classic in the kitchen back under the Tara umbrella, so that this will be the only program in the future – with lever or cross-handle options.

The Victoria's Home Office is designed to inspire productivity and creativity. The centerpiece of the room is a dark wooden desk, providing a sturdy and elegant workspace. The shiplap ceiling adds character and texture to the room, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. A gray rug adorns the floor, adding a touch of softness and comfort underfoot. The white walls provide a clean and bright backdrop, allowing for focus and concentration. Accompanying the desk are gray chairs that offer both comfort and style, allowing for comfortable seating during work hours. The office is complete with wooden 6-lite doors, adding a touch of sophistication and serving as a stylish entryway to the space. The Victoria's Home Office provides the perfect environment for work and study, combining functionality and aesthetics to enhance productivity and creativity.

This beautiful red exterior showcases the Quarry Mill's Cherrywood natural thin stone veneer as wainscoting. Cherrywood is a dimensional cut or sawed height natural stone veneer. This natural thin veneer is known for its unique and vibrant colors. From a distance, the finished wall will have a deep red or lavender tone, but upon closer inspection, the whites and greens shine through. This type of color variation can only be achieved with natural stone; it comes from the mineral concentration within the ground where Cherrywood is quarried. Cherrywood has a tumbled finish giving it an old and weathered feel that is soft to the touch.

High-quality turnkey bathroom renovation is a guarantee of comfort for apartment owners. This room requires a special approach, since a huge number of engineering communications are concentrated in a limited space, and humidity and active vaporization impose increased requirements on finishing materials.

The master bedroom is one of only a few areas in the home where we didn't need to modify the footprint. The original master bath, master bed, closet and sunroom were already laid out perfectly. For this space we concentrated on three items: 1. Gutting the master bath & transforming into a spa like bathroom 2. Updating the cosmetics / style of the sleeping area 3. Upgrading the "Sun Room" to a four season retreat. Photo Credit: TraceJordan Properties

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The view from this wooded, west facing site is dramatic, from the eastern tip of Long Island on the south to the Rhode Island coast on the north. Oddly, the existing house did not take full advantage of the view; only a single set of sliding glass doors faced the ocean. It was determined that the most sustainable strategy was to renovate the existing house, despite its shortcomings, and add a wing that would maximize the views and provide access to an existing grassy clearing in the woods to the south. The expansive view is slowly revealed as one moves along the relocated driveway to the entry porch, into the house and then onto the west and south-facing decks. To encourage leisurely socializing, the plan concentrates the public spaces where the view, both from inside and on the decks, is most compelling.

During the height of the COVID craziness, my husband was working from home and needed a proper office space. Virtual pre-k and kindergarten, a toddler and new puppy running around didn’t make for a quiet home in which to concentrate on work! He loves color and lush fabrics so designing this space was a task of combining masculine details within an interesting color palette. We love how it turned out!

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The home office has evolved into an indispensable space that seamlessly blends productivity and comfort. Tailored to the demands of remote work or personal projects, a well-designed home office often features ergonomic furniture, ample storage, and efficient technology integration. Thoughtful placement of desks and chairs enhances workflow, while strategic lighting promotes focus and reduces eye strain. The home office is not only a functional workspace but also an expression of individual style, with personalized decor and organizational elements contributing to a conducive and inspiring atmosphere. As the boundary between work and home blurs, the home office emerges as a versatile sanctuary that fosters concentration, creativity, and a harmonious work-life balance.

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The Victoria's Home Office is designed to inspire productivity and creativity. The centerpiece of the room is a dark wooden desk, providing a sturdy and elegant workspace. The shiplap ceiling adds character and texture to the room, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. A gray rug adorns the floor, adding a touch of softness and comfort underfoot. The white walls provide a clean and bright backdrop, allowing for focus and concentration. Accompanying the desk are gray chairs that offer both comfort and style, allowing for comfortable seating during work hours. The office is complete with wooden 6-lite doors, adding a touch of sophistication and serving as a stylish entryway to the space. The Victoria's Home Office provides the perfect environment for work and study, combining functionality and aesthetics to enhance productivity and creativity.