Plants and greenery are important in every room. They symbolize life and balance and anchor the room. The mirror above the plant serves several purposes, it helps reflect light around the room, by day with sunlight streaming through the doors, and at night by reflecting the glow of light from the lamps on the other side of the room. The mirror in white washed and wood continues the rustic/aged look. The intention of this design is to say: this coastal home has been loved and shared for generations here on the coast, making one forget that they've just walked into an apartment. Intuitively, this gives my client the feeling of being "settled and secure", helping her not feel as uneasy as one does when they move to a new home.

Many families ponder the idea of adding extra living space for a few years before they are actually ready to remodel. Then, all-of-the sudden, something will happen that makes them realize that they can’t wait any longer. In the case of this remodeling story, it was the snowstorm of 2016 that spurred the homeowners into action. As the family was stuck in the house with nowhere to go, they longed for more space. The parents longed for a getaway spot for themselves that could also double as a hangout area for the kids and their friends. As they considered their options, there was one clear choice…to renovate the detached garage. The detached garage previously functioned as a workshop and storage room and offered plenty of square footage to create a family room, kitchenette, and full bath. It’s location right beside the outdoor kitchen made it an ideal spot for entertaining and provided an easily accessible bathroom during the summertime. Even the canine family members get to enjoy it as they have their own personal entrance, through a bathroom doggie door. Our design team listened carefully to our client’s wishes to create a space that had a modern rustic feel and found selections that fit their aesthetic perfectly. To set the tone, Blackstone Oak luxury vinyl plank flooring was installed throughout. The kitchenette area features Maple Shaker style cabinets in a pecan shell stain, Uba Tuba granite countertops, and an eye-catching amber glass and antique bronze pulley sconce. Rather than use just an ordinary door for the bathroom entry, a gorgeous Knotty Alder barn door creates a stunning focal point of the room. The fantastic selections continue in the full bath. A reclaimed wood double vanity with a gray washed pine finish anchors the room. White, semi-recessed sinks with chrome faucets add some contemporary accents, while the glass and oil-rubbed bronze mini pendant lights are a balance between both rustic and modern. The design called for taking the shower tile to the ceiling and it really paid off. A sliced pebble tile floor in the shower is curbed with Uba Tuba granite, creating a clean line and another accent detail. The new multi-functional space looks like a natural extension of their home, with its matching exterior lights, new windows, doors, and sliders. And with winter approaching and snow on the way, this family is ready to hunker down and ride out the storm in comfort and warmth. When summer arrives, they have a designated bathroom for outdoor entertaining and a wonderful area for guests to hang out. It was a pleasure to create this beautiful remodel for our clients and we hope that they continue to enjoy it for many years to come.

Going house hunting to find the dream home is difficult in every aspect, especially in NYC. The first apartment may have a feature that the other has but very rarely will one place have all. Most important is making sure the location and size works and everything else can be incorporated later. As the apartment our clients selected was "move in" condition its surely was not for what they work looking for in creating their dream home. We first started by creating a "wish list" of all of the essentials, which included; open kitchen, walk in closet, office space , larger master bathroom with stand up shower and soaking tub. With creating many different floor plan options, the only way we would achieve this was by sacrificing the 3rd bedroom. At this stage the 3rd bedroom was very easy for them to sacrifice as it gave them all of the wish list for now. In the future ,they could easily take the square footage from the new oversized living room and add that 3rd bedroom if it were necessary. Our first goal in the demolition stage was to remove all existing interior partition walls and start with a fresh new slate. By removing the existing kitchen walls the New Kitchen layout now combines it with the living room. The cabinetry is 2 tone color, flat slab doors for the modern look. State of the art appliances were installed; Integrated panels were installed on the fridge, wall oven, microwave, cook top. The sink is the ultimate chefs prep station sliding butcher block with bowls that slide over the sink. A garage cabinet was installed to conceal smaller appliances. The cantilever counter top adds the additional seating space for guests while keeping the bottom portion open for the view. The existing walk in closet was relocated to achieve the New Master Bathroom, Combining the spaces now gave us the option to add all the features. Floating vanity with double sinks, soaking tub, stand up shower. The glossy rectified tiles used are 12x36 and when installed make the grout line disappear and make it look like a solid wall. The chocolate floor tiles are randomly staggered then wrap up the tub platform and continue up one wall to create an accent. No tile edge was used but all tiles that meet on a 90 degree outside corner are mitered; tub platform, walls and shower niches. Heated floors were installed to keep the feet warm on the cold winter days. In the Master Bedroom we built a bed frame accent wall. Serves for multiple functions; eliminates night stands by using the niches for alarm clock / phone charger station, lights were added inside the niches for accent lights and raised wall paper was used to finish this beautiful feature. Each his and hers niche has an outlet, 4 way switch for the accent lights and 4 way switch for the recessed lights above when they are done reading in bed. Custom steps were built for easy up and down off the bed for the little puppies that could not possibly make the jump up. Other features throughout the apartment include; New bamboo floors throughout. Since the concrete ceiling slab cannot be chopped , soffits and drop ceilings were built throughout the apartment to accommodate recessed lights. Low voltage recessed lights were used with multiple zone dimmers for energy efficiency. Remote operated shades were installed The overall design was for the apartment was modern, simple lines and true elegance. The newly renovated apartment will be enjoyed by them, friends and family for many years to come... edit

We installed new Omega Cabinets with granite tops and 2 undermount rectangle sinks in the Master Bathroom and Walk-in Closet. New 12x24 tile were installed over a heated floor system. 12x24 tile was continued in the Shower which was enlarged to make handicap accessible. 2" hexagon mosaic tile on the shower floor with a glass mosaic accent in the recessed shelf. Dreamscape Remodeling assisted in the project by widening the shower opening and installing a pocket door.

Single, upwardly mobile attorney who recently became partner at his firm at a very young age. This is his first “big boy house” and after years of living college and dorm mismatched items, the client decided to work with our firm. The space was awkward occupying a top floor of a four story walk up. The floorplan was very efficient; however it lacked any sense of “wow” There was no real foyer or entry. It was very awkward as it relates to the number of stairs. The solution: a very crisp black and while color scheme with accents of masculine blues. Since the foyer lacked architecture, we brought in a very bold and statement mural which resembles an ocean wave, creating movement. The sophisticated palette continues into the master bedroom where it is done in deep shades of warm gray. With a sense of cozy yet dramatic.

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This is a stunning bespoke hand painted shaker kitchen that suits this Berkshire home perfectly. We absolutely love the large open space which has light flooding through the apex window from beyond the dining area. There is a great balance between old and new in this space where the traditional shaker kitchen complements the more contemporary colour palette and pale worktops. The layout has been carefully planned out to keep the design as symmetrical as possible throughout whilst providing a practical and function kitchen space. There is a consistent theme between the kitchen, walk in pantry, utility and boot room which helps to bring all the areas together and provides a natural flow and continuity between spaces.

What would make a patio more enjoyable than some shade on a bright summer day? This Belgard paver patio and pergola combination make the perfect outdoor living retreat for the home owners. The paver patio features Lafitt rustic slab pavers in brookstone slate, which contrasts nicely against the pressure treated pine pergola. The patio has a continuing walk way that leads to the front of the house -what a charming way to invite family and friends to the space. This patio and pergola combination was custom designed and built by Deerfield, IL patio designer, Archadeck of Chicagoland.

The remodeled primary bathroom continues the home’s tranquil theme with oak cabinetry, quartz countertops, and blue-gray subway tile that bring spa-like sophistication. Dual oval mirrors and soft lighting enhance the sense of openness, while the walk-in glass shower and soaking tub offer both luxury and functionality. This Acton, Massachusetts bathroom renovation blends timeless craftsmanship with a modern, refreshing style.

Aesthetic Value: The freestanding stairway features extensive stringer details. Compound transitions for several moulding details and handrail provide continuous flow of the stringers and balustrade from the cylinders at the bottom throughout the stair and balconies. Stair Safety: The project required spanning of greater run than normal. Additional treads and risers were added to create a nice rise to run ratio for a more comfortable stride at the walk path. Quality of Workmanship: Seamless joinery of mouldings throughout curves and transitions. Technical Challenge: Designing a stair that laid out to fit the well and span. Providing sufficient structure in the freestanding stairway to tie into the floating 2nd floor at the top of the stair.

The remodeled primary bathroom continues the home’s tranquil theme with oak cabinetry, quartz countertops, and blue-gray subway tile that bring spa-like sophistication. Dual oval mirrors and soft lighting enhance the sense of openness, while the walk-in glass shower and soaking tub offer both luxury and functionality. This Acton, Massachusetts bathroom renovation blends timeless craftsmanship with a modern, refreshing style.

We installed new Omega Cabinets with granite tops and 2 undermount rectangle sinks in the Master Bathroom and Walk-in Closet. New 12x24 tile were installed over a heated floor system. 12x24 tile was continued in the Shower which was enlarged to make handicap accessible. 2" hexagon mosaic tile on the shower floor with a glass mosaic accent in the recessed shelf. Dreamscape Remodeling assisted in the project by widening the shower opening and installing a pocket door.

This is a stunning bespoke hand painted shaker kitchen that suits this Berkshire home perfectly. We absolutely love the large open space which has light flooding through the apex window from beyond the dining area. There is a great balance between old and new in this space where the traditional shaker kitchen complements the more contemporary colour palette and pale worktops. The layout has been carefully planned out to keep the design as symmetrical as possible throughout whilst providing a practical and function kitchen space. There is a consistent theme between the kitchen, walk in pantry, utility and boot room which helps to bring all the areas together and provides a natural flow and continuity between spaces.

This bungalow was sitting on the market, vacant. The owners had it virtually staged but never realized the furniture in the staged photos was too big for the space. Many potential buyers had trouble visualizing their furniture in this small home. We came in and brought all the furniture and accessories and it sold immediately. Sometimes when you see a property for sale online and it is virtually staged, the client might not realize it and expects to see the furniture in the home when they visit. When they don't, they start to question the actual size of the property. We want to create a vibe when you walk in the door. It has to start from the moment you walk in and continue throughout at least the first floor. If you are thinking about listing your home, give us a call. We own all the furniture you see and have our own movers.

What would make a patio more enjoyable than some shade on a bright summer day? This Belgard paver patio and pergola combination make the perfect outdoor living retreat for the home owners. The paver patio features Lafitt rustic slab pavers in brookstone slate, which contrasts nicely against the pressure treated pine pergola. The patio has a continuing walk way that leads to the front of the house -what a charming way to invite family and friends to the space. This patio and pergola combination was custom designed and built by Deerfield, IL patio designer, Archadeck of Chicagoland.

Aesthetic Value: The freestanding stairway features extensive stringer details. Compound transitions for several moulding details and handrail provide continuous flow of the stringers and balustrade from the cylinders at the bottom throughout the stair and balconies. Stair Safety: The project required spanning of greater run than normal. Additional treads and risers were added to create a nice rise to run ratio for a more comfortable stride at the walk path. Quality of Workmanship: Seamless joinery of mouldings throughout curves and transitions. Technical Challenge: Designing a stair that laid out to fit the well and span. Providing sufficient structure in the freestanding stairway to tie into the floating 2nd floor at the top of the stair.

Aesthetic Value: The freestanding stairway features extensive stringer details. Compound transitions for several moulding details and handrail provide continuous flow of the stringers and balustrade from the cylinders at the bottom throughout the stair and balconies. Stair Safety: The project required spanning of greater run than normal. Additional treads and risers were added to create a nice rise to run ratio for a more comfortable stride at the walk path. Quality of Workmanship: Seamless joinery of mouldings throughout curves and transitions. Technical Challenge: Designing a stair that laid out to fit the well and span. Providing sufficient structure in the freestanding stairway to tie into the floating 2nd floor at the top of the stair.

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