Example of a tuscan l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen design in Santa Barbara with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

The Mazama house is located in the Methow Valley of Washington State, a secluded mountain valley on the eastern edge of the North Cascades, about 200 miles northeast of Seattle. The house has been carefully placed in a copse of trees at the easterly end of a large meadow. Two major building volumes indicate the house organization. A grounded 2-story bedroom wing anchors a raised living pavilion that is lifted off the ground by a series of exposed steel columns. Seen from the access road, the large meadow in front of the house continues right under the main living space, making the living pavilion into a kind of bridge structure spanning over the meadow grass, with the house touching the ground lightly on six steel columns. The raised floor level provides enhanced views as well as keeping the main living level well above the 3-4 feet of winter snow accumulation that is typical for the upper Methow Valley. To further emphasize the idea of lightness, the exposed wood structure of the living pavilion roof changes pitch along its length, so the roof warps upward at each end. The interior exposed wood beams appear like an unfolding fan as the roof pitch changes. The main interior bearing columns are steel with a tapered “V”-shape, recalling the lightness of a dancer. The house reflects the continuing FINNE investigation into the idea of crafted modernism, with cast bronze inserts at the front door, variegated laser-cut steel railing panels, a curvilinear cast-glass kitchen counter, waterjet-cut aluminum light fixtures, and many custom furniture pieces. The house interior has been designed to be completely integral with the exterior. The living pavilion contains more than twelve pieces of custom furniture and lighting, creating a totality of the designed environment that recalls the idea of Gesamtkunstverk, as seen in the work of Josef Hoffman and the Viennese Secessionist movement in the early 20th century. The house has been designed from the start as a sustainable structure, with 40% higher insulation values than required by code, radiant concrete slab heating, efficient natural ventilation, large amounts of natural lighting, water-conserving plumbing fixtures, and locally sourced materials. Windows have high-performance LowE insulated glazing and are equipped with concealed shades. A radiant hydronic heat system with exposed concrete floors allows lower operating temperatures and higher occupant comfort levels. The concrete slabs conserve heat and provide great warmth and comfort for the feet. Deep roof overhangs, built-in shades and high operating clerestory windows are used to reduce heat gain in summer months. During the winter, the lower sun angle is able to penetrate into living spaces and passively warm the exposed concrete floor. Low VOC paints and stains have been used throughout the house. The high level of craft evident in the house reflects another key principle of sustainable design: build it well and make it last for many years! Photo by Benjamin Benschneider

Situated on the west slope of Mt. Baker Ridge, this remodel takes a contemporary view on traditional elements to maximize space, lightness and spectacular views of downtown Seattle and Puget Sound. We were approached by Vertical Construction Group to help a client bring their 1906 craftsman into the 21st century. The original home had many redeeming qualities that were unfortunately compromised by an early 2000’s renovation. This left the new homeowners with awkward and unusable spaces. After studying numerous space plans and roofline modifications, we were able to create quality interior and exterior spaces that reflected our client’s needs and design sensibilities. The resulting master suite, living space, roof deck(s) and re-invented kitchen are great examples of a successful collaboration between homeowner and design and build teams.

Wet bar - rustic galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar idea in Other with open cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash and brown countertops

The homeowners of this Mid Century Modern home in Creve Coeur are a young Architect and his wife and their two young sons. Being avid collectors of Mid Century Modern furniture and furnishings, they purchased their Atomic Ranch home, built in the 1970s, and saw in it a perfect future vessel for their lifestyle. Nothing had been done to the home in 40 years but they saw it as a fresh palette. The walls separating the kitchen from the dining, living, and entry areas were removed. Support beams and columns were created to hold the loads. The kitchen and laundry facilities were gutted and the living areas refurbished. They saw open space with great light, just waiting to be used. As they waited for the perfect time, they continued collecting. The Architect purchased their Claritone, of which less than 50 are in circulation: two are in the Playboy Mansion, and Frank Sinatra had four. They found their Bertoia wire chairs, and Eames and Baby Eames rockers. The chandelier over the dining room was found in a Los Angeles prop studio. The dining table and benches were made from the reclaimed wood of a beam that was removed, custom designed and made by Mwanzi and Co. The flooring is white oak with a white stain. Chairs are by Kartell. The lighting pendants over the island are by Tom Dixon and were found at Centro in St. Louis. Appliances were collected as they found them on sale and were stored in the garage along with the collections, until the time was right.. Even the dog was curated...from a South Central Los Angeles Animal Shelter!

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor, brown floor, exposed beam and shiplap ceiling kitchen remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Family dining area with built-in wall fireplace, exposed beams in the ceiling and entry into the sunroom
Inspiration for a large timeless brown floor and dark wood floor enclosed dining room remodel in Chicago with beige walls

Mid-sized mid-century modern l-shaped gray floor and porcelain tile enclosed kitchen photo in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and quartz countertops

Example of a cottage u-shaped gray floor and carpeted wet bar design in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, wood countertops, white backsplash, wood backsplash and brown countertops

The new Master Bathroom features a 9 foot floating vanity with wall mount faucets and new clerestory windows above.
Example of a large trendy master gray tile and porcelain tile concrete floor and gray floor alcove shower design in Austin with white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and a hinged shower door

Mid-sized beach style great room photo in Chicago with red walls and no fireplace

Mid-sized transitional light wood floor kitchen/dining room combo photo in Chicago with white walls and no fireplace

Upon entering the penthouse the light and dark contrast continues. The exposed ceiling structure is stained to mimic the 1st floor's "tarred" ceiling. The reclaimed fir plank floor is painted a light vanilla cream. And, the hand plastered concrete fireplace is the visual anchor that all the rooms radiate off of. Tucked behind the fireplace is an intimate library space. Photo by Lincoln Barber

Example of a beach style l-shaped medium tone wood floor, brown floor and exposed beam kitchen design in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Beach style gray floor kitchen photo in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, multicolored backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

'Marshmallow Square' painting by Victoria Kloch. This painting is staged in an Eichler mid century home in California. Modern cubism style abstract in neutrals, orange, aqua, cream, sienna and mint green. The floating frame showcases the continued pattern of the painted sides. Dimension of the painting itself is 30" x 40" x 7/8" in a floating frame it is 33" x 43" x 1.5" deep with full wood panel back. Commisson work available.

White backsplash with black grout and matching white custom cabinetry with black hardware. The butcher block island countertop, and the tasteful pendant lighting add to the farmhouse charm. Shiplap ceiling, exposed beams, and a decluttered look with little overhead cabinetry round off the look! Stainless steel appliances and fixtures add contrast.

Example of a large mountain style backyard stone patio design in Other with a fire pit and a roof extension

Jackson Design & Remodeling, San Diego, California, Entire House $750,001 to $1,000,000
Large country open concept light wood floor and exposed beam living room photo in San Diego with white walls