A truly beautiful addition to the Normandy Beach community, this custom home sits overlooking the Barnegat Bay. A summer escape for an ever-growing family, Falcon Industries has had the privelege of building two custom homes for this amazing family. Taking into consideration new building codes and elevations put in place following Hurricane Sandy, this home artfully meets these standards while creating a comfortable and inviting respite from the everyday. Custom furniture, including bedding and dressers hand-built by the Falcon team, are just some of the magical elements of this residence.

For this kitchen remodeling project, the homeowners were tired of their old backsplash and wanted a change. We discussed several options that they might be interested in, and after careful consideration, they decided to do it. They chose a Mohawk Phase Pearl Mosaic tile backsplash and a bright white grout. We also changed out the outlets to complement the new backsplash, while also installing a new microwave. The homeowners are very happy with the final product.

When beautiful architectural details are being accentuated with contemporary on trend staging it is called perfection in design. We picked up on the natural elements in the kitchen design and mudroom and incorporated natural elements into the staging design creating a soothing and sophisticated atmosphere. We take not just the buyers demographic,but also surroundings and architecture into consideration when designing our stagings.

This small studio has everything! It includes apartment size small white appliances, stunning colors (Diamond Cloud Gray cabinets), and great storage solutions! Besides the beauty of the turquoise backsplash and clean lines this small space is extremely functional! Warm wood boxes were custom made to house all of the cooking essentials in arms reach. The cabinets flow completely to the ceiling to allow for every inch of storage space to be used. Grey cabinets are even above the kitchen window. Designed by Small Space Consultant Danielle Perkins @ DANIELLE Interior Design & Decor. Photographed by Taylor Abeel Photography

With plenty of space for guests to relax, a Landmark home welcomes everyone to gather together in both formal and informal spaces. Thoughtful consideration goes into the planning and building of the spaces that bring your friends and family together.

With space considerations top of mind, designing, building, and installing staircases in New York City properties can be challenging. For this duplex, we designed a tight double-helix spiral stair with only a 2-1/2" inside radius. The bottom of the soffit is treated like a high-end mega motor yacht with smooth-as-silk fiberglass. This style of staircase has become increasingly popular in residences where space is at a premium and the design of the stair is important to the overall aesthetic. Perfect for city homes everywhere.

The homeowners desired an environment that was comfortable, interesting and tactile without being fussy or overdone. An approachable gathering place that strikes a formidable silhouette on the landscape was the result. Much consideration was given to views that surround the home. The home sits on a reservoir and has breathtaking views from almost every room that the designers wanted to honor.

Set in Montana's tranquil Shields River Valley, the Shilo Ranch Compound is a collection of structures that were specifically built on a relatively smaller scale, to maximize efficiency. The main house has two bedrooms, a living area, dining and kitchen, bath and adjacent greenhouse, while two guest homes within the compound can sleep a total of 12 friends and family. There's also a common gathering hall, for dinners, games, and time together. The overall feel here is of sophisticated simplicity, with plaster walls, concrete and wood floors, and weathered boards for exteriors. The placement of each building was considered closely when envisioning how people would move through the property, based on anticipated needs and interests. Sustainability and consumption was also taken into consideration, as evidenced by the photovoltaic panels on roof of the garage, and the capability to shut down any of the compound's buildings when not in use.

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Mudroom - transitional slate floor mudroom idea in Raleigh with white walls and a black front door

If you prefer to build your own fire (instead of flicking on a switch for gas), ask your landscape designer to incorporate a metal bowl fire pit instead. The homeowners wanted to enjoy their mountain vistas more, but did not have a dedicated place to do this outside. The side yard provided ample area to create a new patio space out of Indian Bluestone pavers and black granite boulders. The metal bowl has ventilation holes and was set on Mexican pebbles by the cutout in the patio. This keeps it safe and intentional, and reduced the cost considerably over a gas-line version.

Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Seattle with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

SDH Studio - Architecture and Design Location: Golden Beach, Florida, USA Overlooking the canal in Golden Beach 96 GB was designed around a 27 foot triple height space that would be the heart of this home. With an emphasis on the natural scenery, the interior architecture of the house opens up towards the water and fills the space with natural light and greenery.

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Much consideration was given to views that surround the home. The home sits on a reservoir and has breathtaking views from almost every room that the designers wanted to honor. The home is infused with natural and earthy elements throughout, but the application is decidedly more contemporary. A stacked stone wall becomes the “spine” of the home, linking the exterior to the interior, and suggests a line of separation between the public and private spaces in the home.

Functional Considerations Aside from just designing a new outdoor space, we accommodated a multi-level design consisting of a screened porch, covered deck, patio with fire pit, and prep/grill area. All areas were functional and aesthetically pleasing, which enhanced the existing home.

Functional Considerations Aside from just designing a new outdoor space, we accommodated a multi-level design consisting of a screened porch, covered deck, patio with fire pit, and prep/grill area. All areas were functional and aesthetically pleasing, which enhanced the existing home.

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