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Master Bathroom Remodel by BMR Belmax Remodeling: Project Overview
Initial Condition
Size and Layout: The master bathroom was small, featuring a plastic shower enclosure.
Client’s Request: The client wanted to enlarge the bathroom to create a more spacious and luxurious environment.
Renovation Details
Expansion:
Wall Movement: The wall between the hallway and the master bathroom was moved 2 feet to increase the bathroom’s size.
Plumbing Upgrades:
New Water Pipes: Installed for the new shower, vanity, and toilet.
Drainage: A new shower drain and toilet drain were installed to accommodate the updated layout.
Electrical Enhancements:
Recessed Lighting: Installed 4 new recessed lights to improve illumination.
Heated Floor: Added a new heated floor for enhanced comfort.
Fixtures and Finishes:
Vanity: Installed a beautiful, modern vanity to improve storage and aesthetics.
Medicine Cabinet: Included a new medicine cabinet to provide additional storage and convenience.
Exhaust Fan and HVAC Outlet: Added to improve ventilation and climate control.
Tiles: Small format tiles were installed in the shower area, and 12×24 tiles were laid on the floor to create a cohesive and stylish look.
Conclusion This comprehensive remodel transformed a small, outdated master bathroom into a spacious, modern, and functional retreat, perfectly tailored to the client’s needs and preferences.

Our new collection of wrought iron doors provides superior sound and heat insulation. The solid metal construction prevents rust, while the wrought iron insert inside the glass unit eliminates the need for maintenance and keeps the door looking new for years.
Special feature is the use of durable aluminum profiles that improve both strength and appearance.
Furthermore, VDom Doors protect your home from extreme weather conditions, insects, and dust infiltration.
Our doors offer several key advantages:
- The structure is made from a single, non-welded metal sheet, which prevents internal condensation and extends the lifespan of the door mechanisms.
- Reinforced stiffening ribs inside the frame increase resistance to impact and mechanical stress.
- High-quality insulation materials help reduce external noise and protect against heat loss and cold penetration.
Each door is designed and assembled with precision. The solid iron frame and aluminum threshold provide durability and stability, while the clean, balanced design ensures the door fits a wide range of architectural styles.
Model - 1601 Iron
Color - Black
Glass - Safety Triplex, with mirrored-clear effect; This door design features five wide horizontal glass inserts that bring in light while keeping a bold, structured look. The proportions are clean and balanced, giving the door a strong visual presence. The full-length pull handle aligns with the doors geometry, making it a great fit for modern homes that value simplicity and solid construction.
Door thickness - 3 1/4"
Frame thickness - 4"
Exterior design - Coating of the door - Black Enamel metal.
Interior design - Coating of the door - Black Enamel metal.
Hardware included:
- Aluminum frame 4" thick - dimensions of the door 36" x 80" with the frame is 38" x 82".
- Aluminum threshold.
- Plate-type, primary lock for armoured type of steel doors, locked by 3 key turns, doors are captured in 3 places. The lock has replaceable core and 5 keys.
- Cylinder.
- 3D Hinges.
- Turnknob for lock.
- Armor plate for the lock.
- 2 Long Black Pull Handles

Overview:
This kitchen remodel project aims to transform the existing kitchen space in Concord into a modern and functional area that meets the needs of the homeowners. The project will involve the removal of old cabinets, the installation of new cabinets, and the addition of a new countertop to enhance both the aesthetics and functionality of the kitchen.
Scope of Work:
Demolition:
Safely remove existing cabinets and countertops.
Dispose of old materials in an environmentally responsible manner.
Cabinet Installation:
Supply and install new cabinets that offer optimal storage solutions and a contemporary design.
Ensure cabinets are securely mounted and aligned properly for durability and ease of use.
Countertop Installation:
Select and install a new countertop that complements the new cabinetry and fits the style of the kitchen.
Ensure proper sealing and finishing to protect against moisture and wear.
Finishing Touches:
Install cabinet hardware (handles and knobs) to enhance functionality and style.
Conduct a thorough cleanup of the work area, ensuring the kitchen is left in pristine condition.
Timeline:
The estimated duration for the project is approximately two weeks, depending on the delivery of materials and any unforeseen circumstances.
Expected Outcome:
The completed kitchen will feature a modern design with improved storage and workspace, providing a welcoming environment for cooking and entertaining. The remodel is expected to increase the overall value of the home while enhancing the daily experience of the homeowners.
Location:
The project will take place in Brentwood, ensuring local suppliers and contractors are utilized to keep the project efficient and community-focused.
We look forward to bringing this kitchen remodel vision to life and creating a beautiful, functional space for the homeowners in Brentwood.
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The Dallas Builders Association’s Parade of Homes — presented by Atmos Energy — will hold open six luxury Dallas residences from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 7. This scattered-site, self-guided tour benefits Operation FINALLY HOME, an organization that provides custom mortgage-free homes to combat-wounded U.S. military veterans and their families. The Association’s eighth project is currently underway in Irving.
Featured homes are situated in several neighborhoods in Dallas, including Briarwood, Midway Hollow, and East Dallas near White Rock Lake, as well as in West Dallas just south of the Trinity River.
Hoffmann Homes builds award-winning innovative green homes using quality materials, sustainable building practices, smart technologies, and reliable and efficient energy sources for maximum comfort.
Pioneering home builder and residential developer Alan Hoffmann was first inspired to pursue alternative construction methods after visiting his ancestral home on the Spanish island of Ibiza. The 400 year old home had three-foot thick perimeter walls comprised of stone excavated from the building site. The mass of these walls allowed the ground’s ambient temperature to conduct up through the walls to keep the house cool in the summer and warmer in the winter. Hoffmann replicates this elegantly simple system today in his distinctive mode of construction with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs).
Our Parade of Homes build in the Abode @ White Rock community is 2111 Autumn Sage Place. Old-world features such as thick thermal mass walls, breezeways and whitewashed cement finishes are reimagined in a modern context in Hoffmann Homes’ newest build. Situated in the Abode @ White Rock green community, the home features high-performance windows, proper housing orientation and a storm shelter/pantry. Each home in the community is certified with the Department of Energy’s Net Zero Ready program, Energy Star Program and Green Built Texas.
While every Hoffmann Home starts with a high-performance building envelope (ICF), they also include conditioned attics, seal combustion furnaces, whole house dehumidification, whole house water filtration for indoor air and water quality. The homes are also solar-ready and are pre-wired for rapid electric vehicle charging. Other features include a natural gas tankless water heater, high-efficiency gas furnace, sealed combustion gas fireplace. These natural gas appliances help reduce energy use, lower utility costs and reduce emissions while increasing homeowner comfort.
For more info visit www.hoffmannhomes.com.
Tickets for the Parade of Homes are $25 for ages 12 and older. They are available at ParadeofHomesDallas.com. Tour maps will be emailed to ticket holders a week prior to the event.

Built-in rollshutter application on a home in Massachusetts in the open position.
Rolling Shutters are the ultimate solution when you want to protect what’s behind your windows and doors. With Rolling Shutters, enjoy peace of mind knowing that your home has a sturdy layer of hurricane protection and storm protection. Rolling shutters shield against wind-blown debris, sand blasting and water penetration. Strong, secure, and durable, our Rolling Hurricane Shutters are proven to reduce energy and maintenance costs while making your home more comfortable to live in.
Hurricane Shutters
Hurricane Shutters are the premier protection against snow and ice storms, driving rain, high winds, and flying debris. We have huge selection of Hurricane Protection products for all types of applications. We specialize in new construction, retrofit projects and custom applications designed around more complex installations.
Hurricane Shutters protect your windows and doors from water penetration and breakage during hurricanes and Nor’easters bringing you comfort and protection. Even when you are not physically at the location of the storm, rolling shutters can offer you peace of mind. Homes and businesses not equipped with rolling shutters may experience glass breakage and door failures during high winds. Ultimately, those openings in the structure’s envelope can cause complete devastation to the home or business. Once the air pressure enters a building, no matter the type of construction, the likelihood of other windows and doors failing rises. If the pressure grows beyond a certain point, walls and and roof components begin to fail.
Security Shutters
Security Shutters are one of the best ways to discourage intruders from attempting to enter your home or business. This deterrent measure is just where rolling shutters start. While in the down position, rolling shutters can be locked in place by a motor, a gear, a keyed switch or by a separate locking device.
Rolling Shutters have been used as security shutters all over the world for decades with incredible success. Sometimes labeled as metal shutters and metal security shutters, they all have subtle differences, and the differences can’t be seen with the rolling shutter in the down position.
Security Shutters typically have end-retention pins that lock into the guide rails from the top. These pins are located throughout the entire curtain and are protected from manipulation while the curtain is in the close position.
Storm Shutters
Storm Shutters are the broad category of Storm Protection products. Of course, they come in all types of sizes, features and functionality. We have a full line of rolling shutters, hinged storm shutters and storm panels for you to to explore on our website or we would love for you to swing by one of our showrooms to see live demo models.
Storm Shutters are specifically engineered and designed for high hinds, flying debris protection and ultimately given a rating for Hurricane Protection. A little known fact: The most damaging type of wind value is not the force of the wind blowing directly on your home. This force is called positive pressure, and typically, many believe this is the strongest force against their home or business. Believe it or not, the negative pressure, or, the air passing by your windows and doors, has far greater power. Many low-grade storm shutters and hurricane protection products fail under this pressure.
Solar Shutters
Solar Shutters have a double wall construction and filled with a specialized polyurethane foam designed to increase R-factor and deflect solar penetration. Many rolling shutters can perform this function, but not all are created equal. The energy efficiency of exterior rolling shutters is up to 95% more effective than interior solar shades.
Solar Shutters have many unique and positive “side effects” from their dense foam-filled curtain profile. Many homeowners have taken advantage of energy savings by using these types of rolling shutters in both the summer and winter seasons. Reducing heating and air conditioning expenses throughout the entire year is not always our first thought, but many home and business owners have expressed massive savings. Not only do they block up to 90% of heat gain and loss, they also provide incredible noise control opportunities.
Privacy Shutters
Privacy Shutters are a great way to close of areas of your home or business from others. Some rolling shutters are equipped with perforations allowing ambient light to pass through when needed.
Privacy Shutters have many uses and are creatively used throughout the world in homes and businesses for all kinds of reasons. Close off food preparation areas, work shops, stock rooms, gun safes, closets, liquor cabinets and bars. Some business owners use rolling shutters to close off the outside world after working hours, to protect the last few employees as they finish money counts, paperwork, and prepare bank deposits.
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All that additional quality time at home imposed during the pandemic, it became clear that there was a need for increased bedrooms and home office spaces. While the existing single-story sunroom was the obvious place to expand at the first floor, there were a few complexities at the second floor. First, the width of the existing sunroom did not align with the front or rear elevation of the home. These offsets would make creating a seamless interior space a challenge. Second, the existing home had several non-conforming site conditions including lot coverage and floor area ratio. Careful attention paid to the home’s scale and the neighborhood fabric, as well as authentic historical details, gained the Owners the variance relief necessary to execute the work, as well as recognition from the City of Summit Historic Preservation Commission in 2023.

The goal for this 1939 Tudor-style story-and-a-half home was to create a kitchen that offered the conveniences, storage, and performance of a modern workspace while preserving the warmth, craftsmanship, and vintage charm that made the home special. The client, an avid home cook, wanted the room to feel as though it had always belonged to the house, with thoughtful upgrades that respected the original architecture rather than competing with it. Just as important, she needed a more efficient layout with enough storage for small appliances, so everyday cooking would no longer require carrying items up from the lower level.
Several existing conditions shaped the design approach. The kitchen retained original, amber-stained birch woodwork that the client wished to keep, and the compact footprint was interrupted by six doorways and two windows, none of which were to be moved, altered, or replaced. A previous flooring update had left the door casings undercut too short, creating visible gaps where the casing met the floor. The existing vintage 40-inch range also lacked proper ventilation, yet the client wished to accommodate a refrigerator, dishwasher, cooktop, double ovens, built-in microwave, and effective venting above the cooktop into the new kitchen layout.
To honor the original millwork, beaded inset-style cherry cabinetry was selected in a soft, hand-rubbed finish that will deepen over time and develop a natural patina. Charcoal-gray soapstone countertops complement the cabinetry while reinforcing the historic character of the home with an organic, timeworn texture. The former breakfast nook was transformed into a butler’s pantry, adding valuable base cabinet storage and expanded work surfaces for frequently used small appliances. Also in the butler’s pantry, a single upper cabinet was paired with open shelves to give an open, airy feeling while adding character and practical storage. A classic single-bowl apron-front workstation sink contributes both period-appropriate character and practical prep and cleanup function.
Because the home’s openings were such a defining feature, the design worked within the existing architecture instead of altering it. Custom plinth blocks were created for each doorway to extend the original casing gracefully down to the new natural red oak flooring, resolving the earlier construction issue while adding a detail that feels authentic to the age of the house. Despite the number of door and window openings, the new layout provides a significantly more functional, built-in kitchen with an improved work triangle for serious cooking.
Appliance placement was carefully planned to deliver the requested performance without overwhelming the small room. Three cooking functions (double ovens & microwave) were consolidated into one location with a GE Café double oven featuring Advantium Technology, while the client’s compact 31-inch refrigerator was reused to preserve space. A sleek 30-inch induction cooktop provides efficient cooking, and a Vent-A-Hood ARS ductless vent hood supplies needed ventilation without requiring a duct run to the exterior.
The finish palette balances richness, texture, and historical sensitivity. A deeply textured navy backsplash tile adds depth and dramatic shadow play against the soapstone, while wallpaper in the back entry echoes the tile’s geometric pattern to visually connect the adjoining spaces. Oil-rubbed bronze cabinet hardware and light fixtures enhance the warmth of the cherry cabinetry and complete the antique-inspired feel.
Lighting was layered to make the compact kitchen brighter, more useful, and more inviting. Vintage-style semi-flush ceiling fixtures establish the overall tone, while dimmable puck lights highlight select areas and undercabinet task lighting keeps work surfaces well illuminated.
The completed kitchen now feels both highly functional and deeply rooted in the home’s history. Rich cherry cabinetry, velvety soapstone, natural red oak flooring, navy tile, bronze accents, and carefully preserved birch trim work together to create a warm, cohesive space that celebrates timeless craftsmanship. By increasing storage, improving workflow, integrating modern appliances, and respecting the Tudor home’s original character, the design achieves the client’s vision: a kitchen that feels personal, practical, historically appropriate, and as though it has always been there.

Our Privacy Screens are 100% Custom Made in the USA. We are located in Colorado but we can ship for all of the 50 states. We only use high quality American Made steel.
All of our Products are custom made. We can add frames, posts, brackets. There are also several designs available through our Etsy listings.
Or visit our website to see more options:
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Benefits of our privacy screens:
1- Increased privacy – The nosy neighbors and odd passersby will have a much harder time seeing your own personal goings-on.
2- Shade – On a hot summer’s day, it is always nice to find a bit of shade, and when the sun is beating down on your patio, sometimes you have to bring the shade to you. A privacy screen can offer this much-needed respite from the heat of direct sunlight.
3- Hiding eyesores – Sometimes there are things we need to keep outside and they are not always aesthetically pleasing. Things like air conditioning units and water pumps can really distract from your yard’s scenery. Privacy screens are a good way of dividing and keeping things like this out of sight.
4- Attractive – The right screen can really accentuate your yard, making it a true sight to be seen.
What exactly do you do?
Driven by curiosity, we thrive on challenging creativity and what is expected when designing for a space.
We enhance experience through the creation and design of decorative screens. Ultimately, elevating spaces to bring people together.

Master Bathroom Remodel by BMR Belmax Remodeling: Project Overview
Initial Condition
Size and Layout: The master bathroom was small, featuring a plastic shower enclosure.
Client’s Request: The client wanted to enlarge the bathroom to create a more spacious and luxurious environment.
Renovation Details
Expansion:
Wall Movement: The wall between the hallway and the master bathroom was moved 2 feet to increase the bathroom’s size.
Plumbing Upgrades:
New Water Pipes: Installed for the new shower, vanity, and toilet.
Drainage: A new shower drain and toilet drain were installed to accommodate the updated layout.
Electrical Enhancements:
Recessed Lighting: Installed 4 new recessed lights to improve illumination.
Heated Floor: Added a new heated floor for enhanced comfort.
Fixtures and Finishes:
Vanity: Installed a beautiful, modern vanity to improve storage and aesthetics.
Medicine Cabinet: Included a new medicine cabinet to provide additional storage and convenience.
Exhaust Fan and HVAC Outlet: Added to improve ventilation and climate control.
Tiles: Small format tiles were installed in the shower area, and 12×24 tiles were laid on the floor to create a cohesive and stylish look.
Conclusion This comprehensive remodel transformed a small, outdated master bathroom into a spacious, modern, and functional retreat, perfectly tailored to the client’s needs and preferences.

Built using Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF), this home offers far more than beautiful curb appeal. The reinforced concrete structure provides exceptional strength, improved energy efficiency, superior sound reduction, and increased resistance to harsh weather conditions. Homeowners benefit from lower heating and cooling costs while enjoying year-round comfort.

This large master suite room addition included adding a full master suite with walk in shower, large bedroom, and walk in closet. This home in Yorba Linda was increased to allow for family members to combine homes and take care of each other. This project was completed in 54 days from start to finish including the kitchen, two other bathrooms and an office. What a beautiful finished project!

The goal for this 1939 Tudor-style story-and-a-half home was to create a kitchen that offered the conveniences, storage, and performance of a modern workspace while preserving the warmth, craftsmanship, and vintage charm that made the home special. The client, an avid home cook, wanted the room to feel as though it had always belonged to the house, with thoughtful upgrades that respected the original architecture rather than competing with it. Just as important, she needed a more efficient layout with enough storage for small appliances, so everyday cooking would no longer require carrying items up from the lower level.
Several existing conditions shaped the design approach. The kitchen retained original, amber-stained birch woodwork that the client wished to keep, and the compact footprint was interrupted by six doorways and two windows, none of which were to be moved, altered, or replaced. A previous flooring update had left the door casings undercut too short, creating visible gaps where the casing met the floor. The existing vintage 40-inch range also lacked proper ventilation, yet the client wished to accommodate a refrigerator, dishwasher, cooktop, double ovens, built-in microwave, and effective venting above the cooktop into the new kitchen layout.
To honor the original millwork, beaded inset-style cherry cabinetry was selected in a soft, hand-rubbed finish that will deepen over time and develop a natural patina. Charcoal-gray soapstone countertops complement the cabinetry while reinforcing the historic character of the home with an organic, timeworn texture. The former breakfast nook was transformed into a butler’s pantry, adding valuable base cabinet storage and expanded work surfaces for frequently used small appliances. Also in the butler’s pantry, a single upper cabinet was paired with open shelves to give an open, airy feeling while adding character and practical storage. A classic single-bowl apron-front workstation sink contributes both period-appropriate character and practical prep and cleanup function.
Because the home’s openings were such a defining feature, the design worked within the existing architecture instead of altering it. Custom plinth blocks were created for each doorway to extend the original casing gracefully down to the new natural red oak flooring, resolving the earlier construction issue while adding a detail that feels authentic to the age of the house. Despite the number of door and window openings, the new layout provides a significantly more functional, built-in kitchen with an improved work triangle for serious cooking.
Appliance placement was carefully planned to deliver the requested performance without overwhelming the small room. Three cooking functions (double ovens & microwave) were consolidated into one location with a GE Café double oven featuring Advantium Technology, while the client’s compact 31-inch refrigerator was reused to preserve space. A sleek 30-inch induction cooktop provides efficient cooking, and a Vent-A-Hood ARS ductless vent hood supplies needed ventilation without requiring a duct run to the exterior.
The finish palette balances richness, texture, and historical sensitivity. A deeply textured navy backsplash tile adds depth and dramatic shadow play against the soapstone, while wallpaper in the back entry echoes the tile’s geometric pattern to visually connect the adjoining spaces. Oil-rubbed bronze cabinet hardware and light fixtures enhance the warmth of the cherry cabinetry and complete the antique-inspired feel.
Lighting was layered to make the compact kitchen brighter, more useful, and more inviting. Vintage-style semi-flush ceiling fixtures establish the overall tone, while dimmable puck lights highlight select areas and undercabinet task lighting keeps work surfaces well illuminated.
The completed kitchen now feels both highly functional and deeply rooted in the home’s history. Rich cherry cabinetry, velvety soapstone, natural red oak flooring, navy tile, bronze accents, and carefully preserved birch trim work together to create a warm, cohesive space that celebrates timeless craftsmanship. By increasing storage, improving workflow, integrating modern appliances, and respecting the Tudor home’s original character, the design achieves the client’s vision: a kitchen that feels personal, practical, historically appropriate, and as though it has always been there.

Connie and Bob were looking for more elbow room in their compact cottage home overlooking Canandaigua Lake. With the original cottage in excellent condition, the plan was to maintain much of the structure, from siding to the deck to the roof. The most logical path to a balanced, comfortable, increase in size was to craft timber frame additions on each side of the existing home. The larger, lake facing addition used traditional scissor trusses and includes additional loft space off the master bedroom with a unique, square lookout perch. Both additions were crafted from Easter White Pine with Western Red Cedar exterior components.

Master Bathroom Remodel by BMR Belmax Remodeling: Project Overview
Initial Condition
Size and Layout: The master bathroom was small, featuring a plastic shower enclosure.
Client’s Request: The client wanted to enlarge the bathroom to create a more spacious and luxurious environment.
Renovation Details
Expansion:
Wall Movement: The wall between the hallway and the master bathroom was moved 2 feet to increase the bathroom’s size.
Plumbing Upgrades:
New Water Pipes: Installed for the new shower, vanity, and toilet.
Drainage: A new shower drain and toilet drain were installed to accommodate the updated layout.
Electrical Enhancements:
Recessed Lighting: Installed 4 new recessed lights to improve illumination.
Heated Floor: Added a new heated floor for enhanced comfort.
Fixtures and Finishes:
Vanity: Installed a beautiful, modern vanity to improve storage and aesthetics.
Medicine Cabinet: Included a new medicine cabinet to provide additional storage and convenience.
Exhaust Fan and HVAC Outlet: Added to improve ventilation and climate control.
Tiles: Small format tiles were installed in the shower area, and 12×24 tiles were laid on the floor to create a cohesive and stylish look.
Conclusion This comprehensive remodel transformed a small, outdated master bathroom into a spacious, modern, and functional retreat, perfectly tailored to the client’s needs and preferences.

The client’s existing bathroom was in quite bad condition with chipped tiles, outdated design and an awkward layout, so it required a complete remodel.
The client wanted to add some charm to the space, so 123 Remodeling’s designer decorated the vanity wall with elegant floral pattern wallpaper that makes the space look unique. We matched the nature-inspired design with dark wood mirror frames and vanity of the same finish. We removed the shower curb and re-tiled floors and walls with modern subway tile. Old plastic shelves were replaced with built-in niches to increase the shower space.
https://123remodeling.com/

This large master suite room addition included adding a full master suite with walk in shower, large bedroom, and walk in closet. This home in Yorba Linda was increased to allow for family members to combine homes and take care of each other. This project was completed in 54 days from start to finish including the kitchen, two other bathrooms and an office. What a beautiful finished project!

Master Bathroom Remodel by BMR Belmax Remodeling: Project Overview
Initial Condition
Size and Layout: The master bathroom was small, featuring a plastic shower enclosure.
Client’s Request: The client wanted to enlarge the bathroom to create a more spacious and luxurious environment.
Renovation Details
Expansion:
Wall Movement: The wall between the hallway and the master bathroom was moved 2 feet to increase the bathroom’s size.
Plumbing Upgrades:
New Water Pipes: Installed for the new shower, vanity, and toilet.
Drainage: A new shower drain and toilet drain were installed to accommodate the updated layout.
Electrical Enhancements:
Recessed Lighting: Installed 4 new recessed lights to improve illumination.
Heated Floor: Added a new heated floor for enhanced comfort.
Fixtures and Finishes:
Vanity: Installed a beautiful, modern vanity to improve storage and aesthetics.
Medicine Cabinet: Included a new medicine cabinet to provide additional storage and convenience.
Exhaust Fan and HVAC Outlet: Added to improve ventilation and climate control.
Tiles: Small format tiles were installed in the shower area, and 12×24 tiles were laid on the floor to create a cohesive and stylish look.
Conclusion This comprehensive remodel transformed a small, outdated master bathroom into a spacious, modern, and functional retreat, perfectly tailored to the client’s needs and preferences.

Just north of Seattle, this family home is tucked away on a magical parcel of land within the Edmonds city limits. Designed to maximize the site’s breathtaking views, it is carefully sited to blend into its wooded setting while opening fully to expansive views.
On our first visit, we found a secluded forest glade with stunning vistas of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains perched atop a high seaside bluff. Preserving and enhancing this singular landscape as the surrounding neighborhood fills in with development was central to our design.
The approach is intentionally restrained—the home does not reveal itself entirely upon arrival. The house is composed of two wings that cradle the meadow, making it the most important “room.” Interior spaces are oriented towards the lush landscape and impressive views framed by mature trees.
The structures are kept close to the perimeter, leaving the center of the site unbuilt. A covered bridge with a green roof acts as a front porch, linking the upslope garage/office with the main house. A gentle stair flows through the gap between the structures, drawing visitors into the clearing.
The floorplan is highly efficient, carefully tuned to the family’s daily routines. Each room is exactly suited to its purpose, yet no larger than needed.
An open corner with double-height windows creates a jewel-box dining room. Free of a corner structure, the home expands to encompass the covered patio for outdoor cooking and dining, plus easy access to the kitchen, encouraging year-round outdoor living.
Human-scale moments are intentionally created, from a stairway window seat with peekaboo views to a covered outdoor extension of the great room that fosters a cozy relationship between interior and exterior.
Much of the light-filled interior is wrapped in clear-finished fir, giving it a warm glow even on rainy winter days. White oak cabinets and black soapstone countertops add warmth to the kitchen. The built-in furniture in the library loft and the cold-rolled steel fireplace surround were crafted by the owner’s father, an expert woodworker, increasing the connection between the home and its occupants. The second story includes the primary suite with treehouse vibes.
Located on a steep slope in a landslide-prone area, the Edmonds Overlook overcame numerous technical and engineering challenges to address vehicle and fire access, stormwater and erosion mitigation, and potential earth movement.
Green Design:
Compact footprint and conditioned area compared to comparable homes, reducing carbon and ongoing energy use
Green roof at covered entry
Heat-pump air and water heating with multiple zones to maximize efficiency
Whole-house Heat Recovery Ventilation system
Engineered On-Site Stormwater Management System
Landscape restoration using 100% native species, added 47 trees to site, plus meadow plantings

Master Bathroom Remodel by BMR Belmax Remodeling: Project Overview
Initial Condition
Size and Layout: The master bathroom was small, featuring a plastic shower enclosure.
Client’s Request: The client wanted to enlarge the bathroom to create a more spacious and luxurious environment.
Renovation Details
Expansion:
Wall Movement: The wall between the hallway and the master bathroom was moved 2 feet to increase the bathroom’s size.
Plumbing Upgrades:
New Water Pipes: Installed for the new shower, vanity, and toilet.
Drainage: A new shower drain and toilet drain were installed to accommodate the updated layout.
Electrical Enhancements:
Recessed Lighting: Installed 4 new recessed lights to improve illumination.
Heated Floor: Added a new heated floor for enhanced comfort.
Fixtures and Finishes:
Vanity: Installed a beautiful, modern vanity to improve storage and aesthetics.
Medicine Cabinet: Included a new medicine cabinet to provide additional storage and convenience.
Exhaust Fan and HVAC Outlet: Added to improve ventilation and climate control.
Tiles: Small format tiles were installed in the shower area, and 12×24 tiles were laid on the floor to create a cohesive and stylish look.
Conclusion This comprehensive remodel transformed a small, outdated master bathroom into a spacious, modern, and functional retreat, perfectly tailored to the client’s needs and preferences.
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