https://bit.ly/2NEUeGn Cork flooring is incredibly resilient. The resiliency is born of corks structure, which allows it to “bounce” back from heavy pressure. This contributes to the durability because it allows the floor to naturally resist damage from scratching and denting due to impact and friction. The elastic walls perform like springs and lend help in the time of expansion and contraction, before returning to its natural shape.

In our luxurious master bedrooms, you will find exquisite tray ceilings adorned with meticulous craftsman trim-work, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal. The elegant hardwood flooring adds a touch of sophistication, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. To ensure comfort, ceiling fans are strategically placed, providing both functionality and style. The attention to detail is further showcased in select tray ceilings, where a wood inlay finish adds a distinct and rich texture, elevating the room’s visual charm. This thoughtful design element contributes to the overall opulence and uniqueness of our master bedrooms. Moreover, we take pride in offering innovative features such as barn door style openings leading to the master bath. These stylish entrances not only contribute to the modern and chic design of the space but also emphasize the seamless integration of contemporary elements within the classic aesthetics of our master bedrooms. It’s a testament to our commitment to providing a harmonious blend of timeless elegance and contemporary comfort in every aspect of our living spaces.

Photo: Laurie Ciulla Plasker

Mid-sized elegant built-in desk medium tone wood floor and brown floor home office photo in Los Angeles with white walls

Floating vanities are an and powder rooms because they take up less floor space and contribute less visual clutter than traditional cabinet units.
Example of a large minimalist 3/4 white tile and subway tile porcelain tile, white floor, tray ceiling, wall paneling and single-sink freestanding bathtub design in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a wall-mount sink, a hinged shower door, white countertops, a niche, a floating vanity and solid surface countertops

A traditional look and feel was required for this farmhouse full bath remodel. Period touches such as a Carrera marble basket weave floor tile design and Jado’s Savina pedestal sink maximized the visual impact of this bath originally built in the late 1800’s. 3”x6” White Subway tile walls contributed to the clean, simple, yet classic look and feel. Custom wood linen tower and framed medicine cabinet in painted white finish ensure plenty of personal storage and convenience yet provide a streamline appearance, keeping with the period of this lovely antique.

Whether boasting a field of flowers or ancient tribal symbols, patterned rugs are the easiest way to enrich a space. Subtle colors and intricate motifs reinforce the quiet sophistication of a traditional dining room or bedroom; bolder hues and larger, looser patterns contribute to the vibrancy to a boho or eclectic space. Each rug is hand-knotted of lush, long-lasting wool to provide years, if not generations, of beauty.

Even a simple window treatment such as this can do wonders for any room. Honeycomb shades provide stylish privacy and light-filtering, and their design also contributes to insulation. Pair them with curtains for added variety!

This Wilmette kitchen remodel transformed a dark dated kitchen into a bright and airy transitional style space. Our custom white and natural wood cabinetry, brass fixtures and quartzite countertops all contribute to the elegant feel.

A spa inspired primary bathroom in Charlotte with green cabinetry, white quartz countertop, matte black hardware, polished nickel plumbing, square black mirrors and porcelain wood-like floors.

An impressive granite swim-up bar — with 3 vinyl-covered in-pool stools shaded by Tiki (Hula) patio umbrella — contribute to the “wow factor” the clients were looking for. www.deckandpatio.com

The Millbrook Barn project consisted of the complete renovation of a dilapidated barn and chicken coop, located behind a small farm house in Millbrook, New York. As the smaller main house could not accommodate space for the children to play, the family wanted to update their unused space to create an expansive indoor playroom and gathering space. The strategy for this project was to renovate the barn and pool house using sustainable and reclaimed materials, to produce an intersection of modern and antique design In contrast to the all-white main house, we selected a deep charcoal grey for the new barn’s exterior. A subtle, sophisticated tension between traditional, rustic elements and more contemporary details prevails throughout, from wood-paneled walls and barn doors, to clean-lined square windows inspired by artist Donald Judd’s minimalist compound in Marfa, Texas. In our design, we wanted to create an authentic experience of the space, without having to fake farmhouse details. A number of kitchen and bathroom surfaces are made of prefabricated concrete, including the shower enclosures, fireplace, kitchen cabinets and three-inch-thick countertops. The floors throughout are made from engineered wood, with a driftwood-like finish that matches the weathered look of the salvaged cedar ceiling timbers. The lower, western wing of the L-shaped structure (originally the chicken coop) provides ample room for family feasts in the airy, open kitchen, living and dining area. Rounding out the architectural program is an upstairs bedroom loft which accommodates an overflow of guests, and features an inviting window seat and daybed. The loft overlooks the pool and sits above an attached pool house with boys’ and girls’ changing and shower rooms below. Solar panels, lined discretely along one slope of the standing-seam metal roof, power the pool’s heater. The interior decoration reflects the same chic but humble sensibility that characterizes the overall architectural design. In the playroom, paper globe lanterns hang above slouchy, brightly-hued chairs by Italian designer Paola Lenti; in the living and dining area, they enliven a suite of simple wicker and linen-covered chairs, some from the family’s existing home. Accessories in the space include raw silk rugs, boldly patterned kilims and rugged lighting features, which contribute to an overall rustic, yet elegant feel throughout.

Another family heirloom beautifully displayed in a customer’s home. We are so happy with how this American black walnut slab transformed into a grand table to host many meals, holidays, and gatherings to come. The custom steel legs are super solid in addition to contributing to the unique design. All the best for many memories to be made at this table and thank you for choosing Ed Allen Designs for this cherished project for your family!

Longleaf Lumber flatsawn Heart Pine stair treads in a Nantucket, Massachusetts home. The flatsawn grain and small character knots contribute touches of rusticity to a traditionally formal wood.

The deep navy cabinetry adds a furniture-like quality to the space, while brass hardware accentuates this feature. The vertical herringbone pattern extending full wall height contributes a trendy and playful touch to the design.

In our luxurious master bedrooms, you will find exquisite tray ceilings adorned with meticulous craftsman trim-work, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal. The elegant hardwood flooring adds a touch of sophistication, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. To ensure comfort, ceiling fans are strategically placed, providing both functionality and style. The attention to detail is further showcased in select tray ceilings, where a wood inlay finish adds a distinct and rich texture, elevating the room’s visual charm. This thoughtful design element contributes to the overall opulence and uniqueness of our master bedrooms. Moreover, we take pride in offering innovative features such as barn door style openings leading to the master bath. These stylish entrances not only contribute to the modern and chic design of the space but also emphasize the seamless integration of contemporary elements within the classic aesthetics of our master bedrooms. It’s a testament to our commitment to providing a harmonious blend of timeless elegance and contemporary comfort in every aspect of our living spaces.

With adjacent neighbors within a fairly dense section of Paradise Valley, Arizona, C.P. Drewett sought to provide a tranquil retreat for a new-to-the-Valley surgeon and his family who were seeking the modernism they loved though had never lived in. With a goal of consuming all possible site lines and views while maintaining autonomy, a portion of the house — including the entry, office, and master bedroom wing — is subterranean. This subterranean nature of the home provides interior grandeur for guests but offers a welcoming and humble approach, fully satisfying the clients requests. While the lot has an east-west orientation, the home was designed to capture mainly north and south light which is more desirable and soothing. The architecture’s interior loftiness is created with overlapping, undulating planes of plaster, glass, and steel. The woven nature of horizontal planes throughout the living spaces provides an uplifting sense, inviting a symphony of light to enter the space. The more voluminous public spaces are comprised of stone-clad massing elements which convert into a desert pavilion embracing the outdoor spaces. Every room opens to exterior spaces providing a dramatic embrace of home to natural environment. Grand Award winner for Best Interior Design of a Custom Home The material palette began with a rich, tonal, large-format Quartzite stone cladding. The stone’s tones gaveforth the rest of the material palette including a champagne-colored metal fascia, a tonal stucco system, and ceilings clad with hemlock, a tight-grained but softer wood that was tonally perfect with the rest of the materials. The interior case goods and wood-wrapped openings further contribute to the tonal harmony of architecture and materials. Grand Award Winner for Best Indoor Outdoor Lifestyle for a Home This award-winning project was recognized at the 2020 Gold Nugget Awards with two Grand Awards, one for Best Indoor/Outdoor Lifestyle for a Home, and another for Best Interior Design of a One of a Kind or Custom Home. At the 2020 Design Excellence Awards and Gala presented by ASID AZ North, Ownby Design received five awards for Tonal Harmony. The project was recognized for 1st place – Bathroom; 3rd place – Furniture; 1st place – Kitchen; 1st place – Outdoor Living; and 2nd place – Residence over 6,000 square ft. Congratulations to Claire Ownby, Kalysha Manzo, and the entire Ownby Design team. Tonal Harmony was also featured on the cover of the July/August 2020 issue of Luxe Interiors + Design and received a 14-page editorial feature entitled “A Place in the Sun” within the magazine.

The rear features an outdoor fireplace with barbeque area, and screening from neighbours. The design is generous and affordable, with abundant privacy and seclusion, contributing to an enjoyable, relaxing holiday home. Photography by Jim Janse

Michael Habachy designed this luxurious master bathroom for a penthouse in Buckhead. It began as a completely raw space with concrete floors and framing, allowing the designer to tailor every single detail to fit the client’s lifestyle. The client wanted a dramatic and luxurious look, but also functionality. The custom, Neo-classic inspired vanity achieves that by concealing the power for blow dryers and curling irons, and integrating a built-in towel warmer. Materials such as polished Calacutta marble and special cut and beveled diamond shaped mirrors contribute to the luxurious feel. Every feature received a tremendous attention to detail, including the black and white tiled rug with inset stainless steel dots. A rich layering effect was achieved by placing a custom made linear light fixture in front of white sheers, to give the illusion that its droplets of Swarovski crystals were woven into the fabric. Photography by Jeff Roffman