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As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards
Sara and Paul Matthews call their head-turning home, located in a sweet neighborhood just up the hill from downtown Petoskey, “a very human story.” Indeed it is. Sara and her husband, Paul, have a special-needs son as well as an energetic middle-school daughter. This home has an answer for everyone. Located down the street from the school, it is ideally situated for their daughter and a self-contained apartment off the great room accommodates all their son’s needs while giving his caretakers privacy—and the family theirs. The Matthews began the building process by taking their thoughts and
needs to Stephanie Baldwin and her team at Edgewater Design Group. Beyond the above considerations, they wanted their new home to be low maintenance and to stand out architecturally, “But not so much that anyone would complain that it didn’t work in our neighborhood,” says Sara. “We
were thrilled that Edgewater listened to us and were able to give us a unique-looking house that is meeting all our needs.” Lombardy LLC built this handsome home with Paul working alongside the construction crew throughout the project. The low maintenance exterior is a cutting-edge blend of stacked stone, black corrugated steel, black framed windows and Douglas fir soffits—elements that add up to an organic contemporary look. The use of black steel, including interior beams and the staircase system, lend an industrial vibe that is courtesy of the Matthews’ friend Dan Mello of Trimet Industries in Traverse City. The couple first met Dan, a metal fabricator, a number of years ago, right around the time they found out that their then two-year-old son would never be able to walk. After the couple explained to Dan that they couldn’t find a solution for a child who wasn’t big enough for a wheelchair, he designed a comfortable, rolling chair that was just perfect. They still use it. The couple’s gratitude for the chair resulted in a trusting relationship with Dan, so it was natural for them to welcome his talents into their home-building process. A maple floor finished to bring out all of its color-tones envelops the room in warmth. Alder doors and trim and a Doug fir ceiling reflect that warmth. Clearstory windows and floor-to-ceiling window banks fill the space with light—and with views of the spacious grounds that will
become a canvas for Paul, a retired landscaper. The couple’s vibrant art pieces play off against modernist furniture and lighting that is due to an inspired collaboration between Sara and interior designer Kelly Paulsen. “She was absolutely instrumental to the project,” Sara says. “I went through
two designers before I finally found Kelly.” The open clean-lined kitchen, butler’s pantry outfitted with a beverage center and Miele coffee machine (that allows guests to wait on themselves when Sara is cooking), and an outdoor room that centers around a wood-burning fireplace, all make for easy,
fabulous entertaining. A den just off the great room houses the big-screen television and Sara’s loom—
making for relaxing evenings of weaving, game watching and togetherness. Tourgoers will leave understanding that this house is everything great design should be. Form following function—and solving very human issues with soul-soothing style.

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Built for the Bluff, A Sea Ranch Home is Remade from the Inside Out
The house had always been grounded, on an ocean bluff at The Sea Ranch. It sits unencumbered, adjacent to one of the most dramatic stretches of the Sonoma coast with protected commons meadow to the east, uninterrupted Pacific views to the west, and a bluff trail running alongside. What it lacked was the feeling of home, one that could hold up its own against the natural landscape.
The owners are entrepreneurs with deep involvement across tech, real estate, and development and they know how things are built. The Sea Ranch house had been in their lives for years, a second residence and a place for family to gather. Built for a different time, it felt more compromising than comfortable. Sitting in a closed off nook, the kitchen fit one cook at a time and turned its back on the rest of the house. The entry was dim and compressed, divided by a structural column that presented itself at exactly the wrong moment. The primary suite was small relative to the view outside it. A large rear bedroom sat behind a lowered ceiling with a bathroom that had never been added. The house was certainly worth the trouble of doing it right.
What followed was not one project but four, each with its own design challenge, each addressed over a period of time.
Where the House Meets the Ocean
The most complex piece of the project, in both structural and spatial terms, was the kitchen expansion. The existing room was a single-person galley squeezed in as an afterthought with no meaningful connection to the dining room, the living space, or the deck outside. To make it useful for a family that cooks and gathers, it needed to grow outward into an existing patio and flow into the rooms around it.
A big challenge was the roofline. Several planes at different pitches and angles converged directly where additional volume was needed. A new form had to join that geometry without reading as a correction. The solution found the simplest possible connection between the existing angles, a roofline that from outside the structure, appears entirely original. From the bluff trail where the addition is visible, there is no discernible seam.
Inside, the kitchen is now open to the living and dining rooms without interruption. A large sliding glass door connects the space onto the rear deck. The deck itself was expanded and oriented so that the body of the house shields it from the coastal wind which is a common consideration that determines whether outdoor space at The Sea Ranch actually gets used. The result is a room that works for large family gatherings where no one feels cutoff, and one that makes the boundary between being inside and outside easy to ignore.
Welcoming Light
A structural column stood at the convergence of eight distinct roof planes in the entry. It was load-bearing, but it was also the reason the entry had always felt like a hallway rather than a welcoming arrival.
With the structural engineer, a custom steel connector was designed to receive beams from six separate directions, redistributing the load through a single new continuous beam. The column was surgically removed. Three triangular skylights were then cut into the roof above, their shapes drawn from the
existing geometry of the planes around them. The entry is now bright and open. The skylights feel native to the structure because they follow the logic already present in the roof.
Two Suites, Two Views
At opposite ends of the house, the two bedroom suites were each reconfigured, and each found a different way to introduce more of the landscape into the room.
An addition to the primary suite extended the structure outward to create a wraparound plan with a loop from the bedroom through bath and closet that had not been possible before. The expansion opened a slot view from the tub and shower toward the ocean. The view is precise and private. The ocean view is present and deliberate.
The rear bedroom absorbed an adjacent storage room to transform it into a full second suite with a vaulted ceiling, a large bathroom with a tub, a shower, and a sauna. A private fenced garden courtyard sits just beyond the glass bringing the outdoors inside. The tub was placed so that, looking past the courtyard and through the bedroom beyond, the ocean is visible at the far end. It is a long view and it makes the room feel larger and more settled than its footprint would suggest.
Glass on Four Sides, Fire at the Center
The main living and gathering room had always been caught between two competing facts: glass on four sides meant exceptional views but at The Sea Ranch, it also meant a cold room. A 360-degree cylindrical fireplace was added at the center on a raised stone base, providing radiant heat in every direction and giving the room a focal point around which a group naturally orients itself, whether that means two people at the end of the day or the whole family after dinner.
Owners Who Picked Up the Tools
The owner was not a passive client. they came with construction knowledge, specific ideas, and the desire to be an active part of the process, a dynamic that other architects may had found difficult, which Klopf Architecture accepted as an asset. They took it upon themselves to complete some of the work during construction, including the installation of a new radiant heating system beneath the floors.
The radiant system added to the older and less-desirable forced-air setup. At The Sea Ranch, that change matters as the house sits close enough to the ocean and moving air competes with the sound of it, where radiant heat does not. Solar panels were added to the roof as part of the new system. Insulation was upgraded throughout the walls, roof, and crawl space. The house that had always had the right setting now holds warmth the way a house on the bluff should.
They were also deeply involved in the design and selections throughout, and the finished house reflects both of them in ways that are specific rather than generic. The process took longer and moved through more iterations than a more arms-length relationship might have allowed. The result is more defined and personal because of it.
The Landscape Holds Priority
Every exterior decision was shaped by The Sea Ranch Design Standards, which require that buildings defer to the landscape around them rather than compete with it. Because this house sits on the bluff and is visible from the public trail, the additions faced a close review. Existing materials were matched. Geometries were resolved. The additions had to become indistinguishable from the original building.
From the trail, the house reads exactly as it always has — low, cedar-clad, secondary to the meadow and the water. The setting holds priority. Inside, the house has been remade.
Klopf Architecture Project Team: Geoff Campen and Trenton Jewett
Contractor: Shawn Bettega Construction
Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed
Year Completed: 2023
Location: The Sea Ranch, CA
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The homeowners wanted an updated kitchen, bathroom and fireplaces.
Space remodeled
Kitchen - 182 sq ft
Powder Room - 20 sq ft
Style: Transitional
FLOW
Careful consideration was taken to make sure that all the new spaces (kitchen, powder room, and fireplaces) flowed from a design perspective.
MATERIAL SELECTIONS
The homeowners selected custom manufactured cabinetry with rift cut oak veneer plywood in a custom gray finish with shaker door styles. The island countertop is Cambria Devon and the perimeter is Ceasarstone Raven with an undermount sink.
Photography by John Moery

The homeowners wanted an updated kitchen, bathroom and fireplaces.
Space remodeled
Kitchen - 182 sq ft
Powder Room - 20 sq ft
Style: Transitional
FLOW
Careful consideration was taken to make sure that all the new spaces (kitchen, powder room, and fireplaces) flowed from a design perspective.
MATERIAL SELECTIONS
The homeowners selected custom manufactured cabinetry with rift cut oak veneer plywood in a custom gray finish with shaker door styles. The island countertop is Cambria Devon and the perimeter is Ceasarstone Raven with an undermount sink.
Photography by John Moery

Discovering the Charm: Exploring Jerusalem Properties Beyond History
In the core of the Center East, where antiquated history slams into advancement, lies the immortal city of Jerusalem. Known for its rich strict importance, social legacy, and dynamic air, Jerusalem offers something other than a brief look into the past — it's a no nonsense demonstration of the strength and variety of human development. In the midst of its tangled roads and celebrated milestones, lies a mother lode of properties ready to be found and loved.
Unveiling the Tapestry of Jerusalem Properties
Jerusalem's land scene is essentially as different as its populace, offering a kaleidoscope of choices to suit each taste and inclination. From noteworthy homes settled inside the Old City's walls to contemporary condos with clearing perspectives on the horizon, the city brags a heap of properties that take care of different ways of life and spending plans.
1. Old City Charms: Step back in time by living inside the antiquated walls of the Old City. Jerusalem Properties here radiate an unmatched feeling of history, with winding cobblestone roads, exceptionally old engineering, and closeness to hallowed locales like the Western Wall and the Congregation of the Sacred Mausoleum. Living in an Old City property resembles having a fantastic view to Jerusalem's renowned past.
2. Present day Polish: For those looking for a more contemporary living experience, Jerusalem offers a variety of smooth and up-to-date properties outfitted with best in class conveniences. Whether it's an extravagant penthouse sitting above the city or a stylish loft in a clamoring area like Mamilla or Rehavia, innovation meets solace in these metropolitan sanctuaries.
3. Rural Serenity: Past the hurrying around of the downtown area lie quiet rural areas that offer a tranquil retreat from the metropolitan uproar. Regions like Beit Hakerem, Ein Karem, and Abu Peak brag extensive properties encompassed by rich vegetation, ideal for families or anybody hoping to get away from the frantic speed of city life.
Beyond Brick and Mortar: Embracing Jerusalem's Essence
While the actual properties are without a doubt tempting, the substance of Jerusalem Properties genuinely separates them. Every area, road, and building conveys with it an interesting story, mirroring the city's multi-layered personality and getting through soul.
1. Social Mixture: Jerusalem is a mosaic of societies, religions, and customs, and its properties mirror this variety. Whether it's the varied design of the German Settlement, the lively road specialty of Nahlaot, or the serene feeling of the Armenian Quarter, each edge of the city offers a brief look into its vivid embroidery.
2. Otherworldliness and Comfort: Past its actual charm, Jerusalem Properties radiates an unmistakable feeling of otherworldliness and comfort. Living in the midst of its holy destinations and old landmarks can permeate a feeling of stunningness and worship, cultivating thoughtfulness and consideration in the midst of the mayhem of day to day existence.
3. Local area Associations: One of the most astounding parts of Jerusalem's properties is the feeling of local area they encourage. Whether it's neighbors gathering for Shabbat suppers, kids playing in shared parks, or occupants meeting up to commend occasions and celebrations, the bonds produced inside Jerusalem's areas are however persevering as they seem to be enhancing.
Conclusion: Writing Your Jerusalem Story
In the domain of land, Jerusalem is something beyond a city — it's a living material whereupon endless stories unfurl. From the cobblestone rear entryways of the Old City to the smooth roads of the cutting edge city, every property offers an interesting vantage point from which to encounter the enchantment of Jerusalem. So whether you're attracted to its memorable appeal, social dynamic quality, or otherworldly charm, there's a property in Jerusalem standing by to turn into your very own piece remarkable story. Investigate, find, and compose your Jerusalem story today.

Built for the Bluff, A Sea Ranch Home is Remade from the Inside Out
The house had always been grounded, on an ocean bluff at The Sea Ranch. It sits unencumbered, adjacent to one of the most dramatic stretches of the Sonoma coast with protected commons meadow to the east, uninterrupted Pacific views to the west, and a bluff trail running alongside. What it lacked was the feeling of home, one that could hold up its own against the natural landscape.
The owners are entrepreneurs with deep involvement across tech, real estate, and development and they know how things are built. The Sea Ranch house had been in their lives for years, a second residence and a place for family to gather. Built for a different time, it felt more compromising than comfortable. Sitting in a closed off nook, the kitchen fit one cook at a time and turned its back on the rest of the house. The entry was dim and compressed, divided by a structural column that presented itself at exactly the wrong moment. The primary suite was small relative to the view outside it. A large rear bedroom sat behind a lowered ceiling with a bathroom that had never been added. The house was certainly worth the trouble of doing it right.
What followed was not one project but four, each with its own design challenge, each addressed over a period of time.
Where the House Meets the Ocean
The most complex piece of the project, in both structural and spatial terms, was the kitchen expansion. The existing room was a single-person galley squeezed in as an afterthought with no meaningful connection to the dining room, the living space, or the deck outside. To make it useful for a family that cooks and gathers, it needed to grow outward into an existing patio and flow into the rooms around it.
A big challenge was the roofline. Several planes at different pitches and angles converged directly where additional volume was needed. A new form had to join that geometry without reading as a correction. The solution found the simplest possible connection between the existing angles, a roofline that from outside the structure, appears entirely original. From the bluff trail where the addition is visible, there is no discernible seam.
Inside, the kitchen is now open to the living and dining rooms without interruption. A large sliding glass door connects the space onto the rear deck. The deck itself was expanded and oriented so that the body of the house shields it from the coastal wind which is a common consideration that determines whether outdoor space at The Sea Ranch actually gets used. The result is a room that works for large family gatherings where no one feels cutoff, and one that makes the boundary between being inside and outside easy to ignore.
Welcoming Light
A structural column stood at the convergence of eight distinct roof planes in the entry. It was load-bearing, but it was also the reason the entry had always felt like a hallway rather than a welcoming arrival.
With the structural engineer, a custom steel connector was designed to receive beams from six separate directions, redistributing the load through a single new continuous beam. The column was surgically removed. Three triangular skylights were then cut into the roof above, their shapes drawn from the
existing geometry of the planes around them. The entry is now bright and open. The skylights feel native to the structure because they follow the logic already present in the roof.
Two Suites, Two Views
At opposite ends of the house, the two bedroom suites were each reconfigured, and each found a different way to introduce more of the landscape into the room.
An addition to the primary suite extended the structure outward to create a wraparound plan with a loop from the bedroom through bath and closet that had not been possible before. The expansion opened a slot view from the tub and shower toward the ocean. The view is precise and private. The ocean view is present and deliberate.
The rear bedroom absorbed an adjacent storage room to transform it into a full second suite with a vaulted ceiling, a large bathroom with a tub, a shower, and a sauna. A private fenced garden courtyard sits just beyond the glass bringing the outdoors inside. The tub was placed so that, looking past the courtyard and through the bedroom beyond, the ocean is visible at the far end. It is a long view and it makes the room feel larger and more settled than its footprint would suggest.
Glass on Four Sides, Fire at the Center
The main living and gathering room had always been caught between two competing facts: glass on four sides meant exceptional views but at The Sea Ranch, it also meant a cold room. A 360-degree cylindrical fireplace was added at the center on a raised stone base, providing radiant heat in every direction and giving the room a focal point around which a group naturally orients itself, whether that means two people at the end of the day or the whole family after dinner.
Owners Who Picked Up the Tools
The owner was not a passive client. they came with construction knowledge, specific ideas, and the desire to be an active part of the process, a dynamic that other architects may had found difficult, which Klopf Architecture accepted as an asset. They took it upon themselves to complete some of the work during construction, including the installation of a new radiant heating system beneath the floors.
The radiant system added to the older and less-desirable forced-air setup. At The Sea Ranch, that change matters as the house sits close enough to the ocean and moving air competes with the sound of it, where radiant heat does not. Solar panels were added to the roof as part of the new system. Insulation was upgraded throughout the walls, roof, and crawl space. The house that had always had the right setting now holds warmth the way a house on the bluff should.
They were also deeply involved in the design and selections throughout, and the finished house reflects both of them in ways that are specific rather than generic. The process took longer and moved through more iterations than a more arms-length relationship might have allowed. The result is more defined and personal because of it.
The Landscape Holds Priority
Every exterior decision was shaped by The Sea Ranch Design Standards, which require that buildings defer to the landscape around them rather than compete with it. Because this house sits on the bluff and is visible from the public trail, the additions faced a close review. Existing materials were matched. Geometries were resolved. The additions had to become indistinguishable from the original building.
From the trail, the house reads exactly as it always has — low, cedar-clad, secondary to the meadow and the water. The setting holds priority. Inside, the house has been remade.
Klopf Architecture Project Team: Geoff Campen and Trenton Jewett
Contractor: Shawn Bettega Construction
Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed
Year Completed: 2023
Location: The Sea Ranch, CA

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Backyard And Pool Designer in Mount-Sinai NY, please contact Gappsi. This large free-form vinyl lined swimming pool was built by Gappsi in Mount Sinai, Long Island NY. This very unique layout incorporates a wooden bridge going across the narrow part of the swimming pool. A basketball hoop was installed on the side of the bridge facing the shallow area creating a perfect play area for grown ups and kids to enjoy. In the shallow area, a curved sundeck was built to accommodate lounge chairs, and to enter the pool, five steps were installed leading down to a 48 inch shallow pool area. Three LED jet bubblers were installed on the second step creating a very elegant water feature and accent. If you need a Backyard And Pool Designer in Mount-Sinai NY please contact gappsi at 631-543-1177.
The swimming pool was equipped with Pentair LED lighting, a saltwater-chlorine system, a gas heater, a DE filter system, and full automation. As a Backyard And Pool Designer in Mount-Sinai NY we are professional and take in consideration all aspect of functionality and decoration. A custom three-tier water feature and custom slide combination was built with elevated natural moss rocks contained within a tight footprint. Natural granite step risers were used to reach the slide, and a diving rock was installed next to the waterfall in the deep end of the swimming pool. A custom rail system ornate the steps to the slides and also makes it safe while in use. A custom-shaped gunite spa was built following the pool shape with 3 spillovers into the swimming pool, the finish of the inside of the spa was made with stonescapes pebble, the outside spa walls were veneered with quartzite ledgestone, and the spa coping was made out of polished granite and custom cut to follow the hot tub shape. A Timbertech deck is built next 2 the house with a large cooking island. The pool coping and patio were paved with Cambridge Toffee Onyx XL ledge stone. The backyard was built into a sloped and very wooded private background of trees and nature.
Gappsi provides Backyard And Pool Designer Services in Mount-Sinai NY 1-3177. Feel free to visit our website also at Gappsi.com.

This tired apartment was purchased by a traditional Japanese family with the intent of turning it into the ultimate minimalist retreat. Inspired by their home land, they envisioned a home with clean lines, a natural colour palette and a calming aura.
Opening up the wall between the galley kitchen and the living room to create a larger space was imperative. Structural considerations were budgeted for to remove the wall in this low rise wood frame building. Allocating part of the budget to complete this look proved well worth the investment as the finished space gives the kitchen an open and airy feeling that was desired. The kitchen was expanded along the prior living room wall. Simplistic colours of whites, creams and wood tones were used to achieve the desired look.
Flair was added with sculptural light fixtures and geometric accents. The island was lit with a side mounted fixture, and the waterfall island that was purposely cut on an angle to add an interesting depth to the otherwise clean lines. Vinyl flooring in a wood tone was used to achieve a classic wood floor look while maintaining durability.
European appliances were chosen to keep the modern, clean lines in place. A microwave was placed in the lower island in order to ensure that it was relatively hidden. The kitchen backsplash was mixed to provide further depth and dimension. A 4 inch splash matching the countertops was run on the sink wall to keep with the minimalist feel, while a bolder patterned large format tile in all white was used to create texture on the stove wall and provide adequate coverage while cooking on the range. Thin profile edge pull handles were strategically placed to be functional but unimposing.

Backyard And Pool Designer in Mount-Sinai NY, please contact Gappsi. This large free-form vinyl lined swimming pool was built by Gappsi in Mount Sinai, Long Island NY. This very unique layout incorporates a wooden bridge going across the narrow part of the swimming pool. A basketball hoop was installed on the side of the bridge facing the shallow area creating a perfect play area for grown ups and kids to enjoy. In the shallow area, a curved sundeck was built to accommodate lounge chairs, and to enter the pool, five steps were installed leading down to a 48 inch shallow pool area. Three LED jet bubblers were installed on the second step creating a very elegant water feature and accent. If you need a Backyard And Pool Designer in Mount-Sinai NY please contact gappsi at 631-543-1177.
The swimming pool was equipped with Pentair LED lighting, a saltwater-chlorine system, a gas heater, a DE filter system, and full automation. As a Backyard And Pool Designer in Mount-Sinai NY we are professional and take in consideration all aspect of functionality and decoration. A custom three-tier water feature and custom slide combination was built with elevated natural moss rocks contained within a tight footprint. Natural granite step risers were used to reach the slide, and a diving rock was installed next to the waterfall in the deep end of the swimming pool. A custom rail system ornate the steps to the slides and also makes it safe while in use. A custom-shaped gunite spa was built following the pool shape with 3 spillovers into the swimming pool, the finish of the inside of the spa was made with stonescapes pebble, the outside spa walls were veneered with quartzite ledgestone, and the spa coping was made out of polished granite and custom cut to follow the hot tub shape. A Timbertech deck is built next 2 the house with a large cooking island. The pool coping and patio were paved with Cambridge Toffee Onyx XL ledge stone. The backyard was built into a sloped and very wooded private background of trees and nature.
Gappsi provides Backyard And Pool Designer Services in Mount-Sinai NY 1-3177. Feel free to visit our website also at Gappsi.com.

This chic handleless kitchen in Primrose Hill was designed to create an open and airy feel, perfectly suited for a home where entertaining is a central part of daily life.
Our handleless range in Sand Laser sets the tone with its sleek, modern lines. The cabinetry was carefully planned to maximise storage while maintaining a light and spacious atmosphere. The design cleverly uses vertical storage, ensuring every inch is functional without compromising on style.
Striking 20mm AG Calacatta Luxo Quartz worktops, supplied by Algarve, add sophistication while providing a practical, durable surface for everyday living and lively gatherings.
Siemens appliances were chosen for their cutting-edge performance and sleek integration, complemented by a Blanco sink and Quooker tap for effortless convenience. Together, they make entertaining seamless, whether preparing food, pouring drinks, or hosting friends.
Wine was an important consideration for the clients, both doctors who enjoy entertaining frequently. The kitchen was tailored to accommodate this with dedicated storage and easy access. The result is a space that feels both refined and fun, perfect for socialising.
If you’re ready to transform your kitchen into a stylish space for cooking and entertaining, get in touch. We’d love to bring your ideas to life.

As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards
Sara and Paul Matthews call their head-turning home, located in a sweet neighborhood just up the hill from downtown Petoskey, “a very human story.” Indeed it is. Sara and her husband, Paul, have a special-needs son as well as an energetic middle-school daughter. This home has an answer for everyone. Located down the street from the school, it is ideally situated for their daughter and a self-contained apartment off the great room accommodates all their son’s needs while giving his caretakers privacy—and the family theirs. The Matthews began the building process by taking their thoughts and
needs to Stephanie Baldwin and her team at Edgewater Design Group. Beyond the above considerations, they wanted their new home to be low maintenance and to stand out architecturally, “But not so much that anyone would complain that it didn’t work in our neighborhood,” says Sara. “We
were thrilled that Edgewater listened to us and were able to give us a unique-looking house that is meeting all our needs.” Lombardy LLC built this handsome home with Paul working alongside the construction crew throughout the project. The low maintenance exterior is a cutting-edge blend of stacked stone, black corrugated steel, black framed windows and Douglas fir soffits—elements that add up to an organic contemporary look. The use of black steel, including interior beams and the staircase system, lend an industrial vibe that is courtesy of the Matthews’ friend Dan Mello of Trimet Industries in Traverse City. The couple first met Dan, a metal fabricator, a number of years ago, right around the time they found out that their then two-year-old son would never be able to walk. After the couple explained to Dan that they couldn’t find a solution for a child who wasn’t big enough for a wheelchair, he designed a comfortable, rolling chair that was just perfect. They still use it. The couple’s gratitude for the chair resulted in a trusting relationship with Dan, so it was natural for them to welcome his talents into their home-building process. A maple floor finished to bring out all of its color-tones envelops the room in warmth. Alder doors and trim and a Doug fir ceiling reflect that warmth. Clearstory windows and floor-to-ceiling window banks fill the space with light—and with views of the spacious grounds that will
become a canvas for Paul, a retired landscaper. The couple’s vibrant art pieces play off against modernist furniture and lighting that is due to an inspired collaboration between Sara and interior designer Kelly Paulsen. “She was absolutely instrumental to the project,” Sara says. “I went through
two designers before I finally found Kelly.” The open clean-lined kitchen, butler’s pantry outfitted with a beverage center and Miele coffee machine (that allows guests to wait on themselves when Sara is cooking), and an outdoor room that centers around a wood-burning fireplace, all make for easy,
fabulous entertaining. A den just off the great room houses the big-screen television and Sara’s loom—
making for relaxing evenings of weaving, game watching and togetherness. Tourgoers will leave understanding that this house is everything great design should be. Form following function—and solving very human issues with soul-soothing style.

Top Real Estate App Development Companies Delivering Smart PropTech Solutions
The real estate industry is experiencing a revolution in technology as there have been developments in the form of mobile applications, which have now become essential tools and prove to be an integral part for buyers and sellers as well as agents and developers in this industry. The application of technology in the form of virtual tours and property recommendations through artificial intelligence and other such technology has brought about a new way of doing real estate business. It has been found out through statistics that the PropTech industry will experience considerable growth in the next decade due to the increased use of smartphones, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence.
Why Real Estate Apps Are Transforming the PropTech Industry
The introduction of digital platforms has revolutionized the way people search for, assess, and buy properties. Modern real estate software ensures easy access to property listings, neighborhood information, mortgage calculators, virtual tours, and direct contact with real estate agents, thus cutting out many of the obstacles that were part of the purchasing process. Real Estate App Development allows companies to manage properties efficiently, automatically generate leads, effectively handle customers, and make informed decisions. The inclusion of artificial intelligence and digital transactions makes the experience of using these apps even more efficient.
List of Top Real Estate App Development Companies in the Global Market
1. Suffescom Solutions
Suffescom Solutions is a mobile app development company specializing in Real Estate App Development for startups, real estate agencies, property management firms, and enterprises. The company develops scalable, feature-rich applications that simplify property discovery, virtual tours, lead management, and secure digital transactions. By integrating advanced technologies such as AI, AR/VR, cloud computing, and location intelligence, Suffescom Solutions helps businesses build intuitive PropTech platforms that enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency. The company also focuses on customization, security, and post-launch support to ensure long-term business success.
Key Features
Custom real estate application development
AI-powered property recommendations
Property listing management
Interactive map integration
Virtual property tours
CRM integration
Secure payment gateway
Multi-platform development
Cloud-native architecture
Maintenance and support
2. RisingMax
RisingMax develops innovative digital solutions for businesses seeking advanced PropTech platforms. Its expertise in Real Estate App Development enables companies to launch scalable property applications equipped with intelligent search capabilities, real-time property updates, and secure communication tools. RisingMax combines modern UI/UX practices with cloud technologies to deliver applications that improve customer engagement and simplify property management.
Key Features
Cross-platform app development
AI-enabled property search
Property management dashboard
Cloud deployment
Push notifications
Digital payment integration
Analytics and reporting
API integration
Secure authentication
Ongoing technical support
3. Ascendix Technologies
Ascendix Technologies is known for developing enterprise-grade PropTech software for commercial and residential real estate businesses. The company focuses on building customized applications that streamline property management, brokerage operations, customer engagement, and business workflows. Its expertise includes CRM development, cloud solutions, and data analytics, enabling businesses to manage property portfolios more efficiently.
Key Features
Enterprise real estate solutions
CRM integration
Commercial property management
Cloud infrastructure
Advanced analytics
Workflow automation
Custom software development
Secure data management
API connectivity
Long-term support
4. WillowTree
WillowTree develops premium mobile applications across various industries, including real estate and digital commerce. The company creates user-centric property applications that emphasize intuitive navigation, personalized property recommendations, and engaging digital experiences. Its development approach combines robust engineering with modern design principles to build scalable PropTech platforms for growing businesses.
Key Features
Mobile-first development
Personalized user experience
Property search optimization
Cloud-native architecture
Interactive UI/UX
Analytics integration
Secure user authentication
Multi-device compatibility
Third-party integrations
Continuous optimization
5. Unico Connect
Unico Connect specializes in delivering customized digital products for startups and enterprises, including Real Estate App Development solutions. The company builds scalable applications that simplify property listings, communication, lead management, and customer engagement while integrating cloud technologies for improved business performance.
Key Features
Custom property applications
Cloud-based infrastructure
Real-time messaging
Lead management system
Property listing platform
API integration
Digital documentation
Performance analytics
Secure payment integration
Ongoing maintenance
6. Trango Tech
Trango Tech develops intelligent mobile solutions that help real estate businesses digitize property management and customer interactions. Its applications support advanced search functionality, location-based services, secure transactions, and AI-powered recommendations. The company focuses on scalable software architecture that supports long-term business growth and operational efficiency.
Key Features
Property marketplace development
AI-powered recommendations
Interactive map integration
GPS-enabled search
Digital document management
User analytics
Cross-platform applications
Secure backend systems
CRM connectivity
Cloud deployment
7. MindInventory
MindInventory is a software development company delivering digital transformation solutions across multiple industries, including real estate. Its Real Estate App Development services include modern property applications that combine intuitive interfaces with advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, and cloud computing. The company focuses on creating engaging user experiences while ensuring scalability, security, and seamless business operations.
Key Features
AI-enabled property applications
Cloud-native development
Property management tools
Interactive dashboards
IoT integration
User engagement features
Third-party API integration
Business intelligence reporting
Secure infrastructure
Continuous technical support
Essential Features Every Modern Real Estate App Should Include
Successful Real Estate App Development requires more than attractive property listings. Modern applications must provide seamless experiences for buyers, sellers, agents, and property managers while simplifying transactions and communication.
• User Registration and Profile Management
Allow buyers, sellers, agents, and administrators to create personalized accounts with secure authentication and profile customization.
• Advanced Property Search
Provide powerful filters based on location, property type, price range, amenities, size, and availability to improve property discovery.
• Interactive Maps
Integrate GPS-enabled maps that display nearby schools, hospitals, transportation hubs, restaurants, and neighborhood information.
• High-Quality Property Listings
Support multiple images, HD videos, floor plans, property specifications, and detailed descriptions for each listing.
• Virtual Tours
Enable immersive 360-degree property walkthroughs using AR/VR technology to improve buyer confidence before physical visits.
• AI-Powered Property Recommendations
Use artificial intelligence to recommend properties based on user preferences, browsing behavior, and previous searches.
• Real-Time Chat and Messaging
Facilitate instant communication between buyers, sellers, and agents for faster inquiry resolution.
• Mortgage Calculator
Help users estimate monthly payments, loan eligibility, and financing options directly within the application.
• Appointment Scheduling
Allow users to schedule property visits, virtual meetings, or consultations with agents through integrated calendars.
• Secure Digital Payments
Support booking fees, deposits, subscription payments, and service charges through encrypted payment gateways.
• Document Management
Store contracts, agreements, ownership documents, inspection reports, and legal paperwork securely within the application.
• Push Notifications
Notify users about new listings, price changes, scheduled visits, document approvals, and promotional offers.
• Admin Dashboard
Provide centralized control over users, listings, transactions, content moderation, analytics, and platform management.
• Analytics and Reporting
Offer detailed insights into customer behavior, listing performance, lead generation, conversions, and revenue growth.
• Strong Security
Implement encrypted communications, secure authentication, role-based access control, data privacy measures, and regulatory compliance.
Emerging Trends Shaping the Future of Real Estate App Development
The future of Real Estate App Development is being driven by intelligent technologies that improve decision-making, customer experiences, and operational efficiency throughout the property lifecycle.
Artificial intelligence is transforming property discovery by delivering personalized recommendations, predictive pricing models, and automated customer support. Machine learning algorithms analyze user preferences and market trends to recommend relevant properties while helping businesses generate qualified leads more effectively.
Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are becoming essential components of digital property experiences. Virtual property tours allow buyers to explore homes remotely, reducing travel time and accelerating purchasing decisions.
Another significant trend is IoT integration within smart properties. Connected devices enable users to monitor energy consumption, security systems, lighting, and climate control directly through mobile applications, enhancing property value and user convenience.
Finally, sustainability is becoming an important focus. Modern real estate platforms increasingly highlight green-certified buildings, energy-efficient homes, and environmentally friendly construction projects to meet changing buyer preferences.
Conclusion
The rapid evolution of the PropTech sector has made Real Estate App Development an essential investment for businesses aiming to deliver seamless, technology-driven property experiences. From AI-powered property recommendations and immersive virtual tours to secure digital transactions and cloud-based management systems, modern applications are transforming every stage of the real estate journey. Selecting an experienced development company with expertise in emerging technologies, scalable architecture, and user-centric design is crucial for building a competitive digital platform. As customer expectations continue to evolve, organizations that invest in innovative real estate applications will be better positioned to improve operational efficiency, strengthen customer relationships, and achieve long-term growth in the digital property marketplace.
FAQs
1. What is Real Estate App Development?
Real Estate App Development involves building mobile or web applications that help users buy, sell, rent, and manage properties through digital platforms.
2. How much does Real Estate App Development cost?
Development costs vary based on features, platforms, integrations, UI/UX complexity, and technology requirements, ranging from basic to enterprise-grade solutions.
3. Which features are essential in a real estate app?
Core features include property listings, advanced search, virtual tours, GPS maps, messaging, appointment scheduling, payment integration, and analytics dashboards.
4. Why should businesses invest in Real Estate App Development?
It enhances customer engagement, streamlines property management, increases lead generation, supports digital transactions, and helps businesses stay competitive in the evolving PropTech market.

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This chic handleless kitchen in Primrose Hill was designed to create an open and airy feel, perfectly suited for a home where entertaining is a central part of daily life.
Our handleless range in Sand Laser sets the tone with its sleek, modern lines. The cabinetry was carefully planned to maximise storage while maintaining a light and spacious atmosphere. The design cleverly uses vertical storage, ensuring every inch is functional without compromising on style.
Striking 20mm AG Calacatta Luxo Quartz worktops, supplied by Algarve, add sophistication while providing a practical, durable surface for everyday living and lively gatherings.
Siemens appliances were chosen for their cutting-edge performance and sleek integration, complemented by a Blanco sink and Quooker tap for effortless convenience. Together, they make entertaining seamless, whether preparing food, pouring drinks, or hosting friends.
Wine was an important consideration for the clients, both doctors who enjoy entertaining frequently. The kitchen was tailored to accommodate this with dedicated storage and easy access. The result is a space that feels both refined and fun, perfect for socialising.
If you’re ready to transform your kitchen into a stylish space for cooking and entertaining, get in touch. We’d love to bring your ideas to life.

This chic handleless kitchen in Primrose Hill was designed to create an open and airy feel, perfectly suited for a home where entertaining is a central part of daily life.
Our handleless range in Sand Laser sets the tone with its sleek, modern lines. The cabinetry was carefully planned to maximise storage while maintaining a light and spacious atmosphere. The design cleverly uses vertical storage, ensuring every inch is functional without compromising on style.
Striking 20mm AG Calacatta Luxo Quartz worktops, supplied by Algarve, add sophistication while providing a practical, durable surface for everyday living and lively gatherings.
Siemens appliances were chosen for their cutting-edge performance and sleek integration, complemented by a Blanco sink and Quooker tap for effortless convenience. Together, they make entertaining seamless, whether preparing food, pouring drinks, or hosting friends.
Wine was an important consideration for the clients, both doctors who enjoy entertaining frequently. The kitchen was tailored to accommodate this with dedicated storage and easy access. The result is a space that feels both refined and fun, perfect for socialising.
If you’re ready to transform your kitchen into a stylish space for cooking and entertaining, get in touch. We’d love to bring your ideas to life.

Thermory decking makes up the entertaining and dining spaces. The decking is surrounding with Corten steel edging and densely planted gardens which host Corten steel planters bowls and custom laser cut panels. A custom powder coated steel pergola covers the barbecue area.

This Minneapolis garage, named after the Owner’s beloved dog Harry, is an example of attention to detail, both in design and execution. The client set out to create a new garage to match his historic home. He wanted a garage that could do both: store his car and host late afternoon soirees.
The bar faces the home to create an inviting backyard courtyard. The bar’s custom rolling screen rolls up to reveal a bar countertop, which creates a welcoming spot for friends and family to gather.
Careful consideration was made to match the historic home’s turn-of-century brick color and the brick coursing (pattern). Unfortunately, the closest color matched brick was the wrong size. Thus, we worked with talented craftspeople at Welch Foresman to cut each brick in half, which turned the large utility bricks into slimmer Roman bricks. We drew the specific brick coursing to ensure that the structure would match the historic proportions of the home.

As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards
Sara and Paul Matthews call their head-turning home, located in a sweet neighborhood just up the hill from downtown Petoskey, “a very human story.” Indeed it is. Sara and her husband, Paul, have a special-needs son as well as an energetic middle-school daughter. This home has an answer for everyone. Located down the street from the school, it is ideally situated for their daughter and a self-contained apartment off the great room accommodates all their son’s needs while giving his caretakers privacy—and the family theirs. The Matthews began the building process by taking their thoughts and
needs to Stephanie Baldwin and her team at Edgewater Design Group. Beyond the above considerations, they wanted their new home to be low maintenance and to stand out architecturally, “But not so much that anyone would complain that it didn’t work in our neighborhood,” says Sara. “We
were thrilled that Edgewater listened to us and were able to give us a unique-looking house that is meeting all our needs.” Lombardy LLC built this handsome home with Paul working alongside the construction crew throughout the project. The low maintenance exterior is a cutting-edge blend of stacked stone, black corrugated steel, black framed windows and Douglas fir soffits—elements that add up to an organic contemporary look. The use of black steel, including interior beams and the staircase system, lend an industrial vibe that is courtesy of the Matthews’ friend Dan Mello of Trimet Industries in Traverse City. The couple first met Dan, a metal fabricator, a number of years ago, right around the time they found out that their then two-year-old son would never be able to walk. After the couple explained to Dan that they couldn’t find a solution for a child who wasn’t big enough for a wheelchair, he designed a comfortable, rolling chair that was just perfect. They still use it. The couple’s gratitude for the chair resulted in a trusting relationship with Dan, so it was natural for them to welcome his talents into their home-building process. A maple floor finished to bring out all of its color-tones envelops the room in warmth. Alder doors and trim and a Doug fir ceiling reflect that warmth. Clearstory windows and floor-to-ceiling window banks fill the space with light—and with views of the spacious grounds that will
become a canvas for Paul, a retired landscaper. The couple’s vibrant art pieces play off against modernist furniture and lighting that is due to an inspired collaboration between Sara and interior designer Kelly Paulsen. “She was absolutely instrumental to the project,” Sara says. “I went through
two designers before I finally found Kelly.” The open clean-lined kitchen, butler’s pantry outfitted with a beverage center and Miele coffee machine (that allows guests to wait on themselves when Sara is cooking), and an outdoor room that centers around a wood-burning fireplace, all make for easy,
fabulous entertaining. A den just off the great room houses the big-screen television and Sara’s loom—
making for relaxing evenings of weaving, game watching and togetherness. Tourgoers will leave understanding that this house is everything great design should be. Form following function—and solving very human issues with soul-soothing style.

As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards
Sara and Paul Matthews call their head-turning home, located in a sweet neighborhood just up the hill from downtown Petoskey, “a very human story.” Indeed it is. Sara and her husband, Paul, have a special-needs son as well as an energetic middle-school daughter. This home has an answer for everyone. Located down the street from the school, it is ideally situated for their daughter and a self-contained apartment off the great room accommodates all their son’s needs while giving his caretakers privacy—and the family theirs. The Matthews began the building process by taking their thoughts and
needs to Stephanie Baldwin and her team at Edgewater Design Group. Beyond the above considerations, they wanted their new home to be low maintenance and to stand out architecturally, “But not so much that anyone would complain that it didn’t work in our neighborhood,” says Sara. “We
were thrilled that Edgewater listened to us and were able to give us a unique-looking house that is meeting all our needs.” Lombardy LLC built this handsome home with Paul working alongside the construction crew throughout the project. The low maintenance exterior is a cutting-edge blend of stacked stone, black corrugated steel, black framed windows and Douglas fir soffits—elements that add up to an organic contemporary look. The use of black steel, including interior beams and the staircase system, lend an industrial vibe that is courtesy of the Matthews’ friend Dan Mello of Trimet Industries in Traverse City. The couple first met Dan, a metal fabricator, a number of years ago, right around the time they found out that their then two-year-old son would never be able to walk. After the couple explained to Dan that they couldn’t find a solution for a child who wasn’t big enough for a wheelchair, he designed a comfortable, rolling chair that was just perfect. They still use it. The couple’s gratitude for the chair resulted in a trusting relationship with Dan, so it was natural for them to welcome his talents into their home-building process. A maple floor finished to bring out all of its color-tones envelops the room in warmth. Alder doors and trim and a Doug fir ceiling reflect that warmth. Clearstory windows and floor-to-ceiling window banks fill the space with light—and with views of the spacious grounds that will
become a canvas for Paul, a retired landscaper. The couple’s vibrant art pieces play off against modernist furniture and lighting that is due to an inspired collaboration between Sara and interior designer Kelly Paulsen. “She was absolutely instrumental to the project,” Sara says. “I went through
two designers before I finally found Kelly.” The open clean-lined kitchen, butler’s pantry outfitted with a beverage center and Miele coffee machine (that allows guests to wait on themselves when Sara is cooking), and an outdoor room that centers around a wood-burning fireplace, all make for easy,
fabulous entertaining. A den just off the great room houses the big-screen television and Sara’s loom—
making for relaxing evenings of weaving, game watching and togetherness. Tourgoers will leave understanding that this house is everything great design should be. Form following function—and solving very human issues with soul-soothing style.

As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards
Sara and Paul Matthews call their head-turning home, located in a sweet neighborhood just up the hill from downtown Petoskey, “a very human story.” Indeed it is. Sara and her husband, Paul, have a special-needs son as well as an energetic middle-school daughter. This home has an answer for everyone. Located down the street from the school, it is ideally situated for their daughter and a self-contained apartment off the great room accommodates all their son’s needs while giving his caretakers privacy—and the family theirs. The Matthews began the building process by taking their thoughts and
needs to Stephanie Baldwin and her team at Edgewater Design Group. Beyond the above considerations, they wanted their new home to be low maintenance and to stand out architecturally, “But not so much that anyone would complain that it didn’t work in our neighborhood,” says Sara. “We
were thrilled that Edgewater listened to us and were able to give us a unique-looking house that is meeting all our needs.” Lombardy LLC built this handsome home with Paul working alongside the construction crew throughout the project. The low maintenance exterior is a cutting-edge blend of stacked stone, black corrugated steel, black framed windows and Douglas fir soffits—elements that add up to an organic contemporary look. The use of black steel, including interior beams and the staircase system, lend an industrial vibe that is courtesy of the Matthews’ friend Dan Mello of Trimet Industries in Traverse City. The couple first met Dan, a metal fabricator, a number of years ago, right around the time they found out that their then two-year-old son would never be able to walk. After the couple explained to Dan that they couldn’t find a solution for a child who wasn’t big enough for a wheelchair, he designed a comfortable, rolling chair that was just perfect. They still use it. The couple’s gratitude for the chair resulted in a trusting relationship with Dan, so it was natural for them to welcome his talents into their home-building process. A maple floor finished to bring out all of its color-tones envelops the room in warmth. Alder doors and trim and a Doug fir ceiling reflect that warmth. Clearstory windows and floor-to-ceiling window banks fill the space with light—and with views of the spacious grounds that will
become a canvas for Paul, a retired landscaper. The couple’s vibrant art pieces play off against modernist furniture and lighting that is due to an inspired collaboration between Sara and interior designer Kelly Paulsen. “She was absolutely instrumental to the project,” Sara says. “I went through
two designers before I finally found Kelly.” The open clean-lined kitchen, butler’s pantry outfitted with a beverage center and Miele coffee machine (that allows guests to wait on themselves when Sara is cooking), and an outdoor room that centers around a wood-burning fireplace, all make for easy,
fabulous entertaining. A den just off the great room houses the big-screen television and Sara’s loom—
making for relaxing evenings of weaving, game watching and togetherness. Tourgoers will leave understanding that this house is everything great design should be. Form following function—and solving very human issues with soul-soothing style.
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