Contemporary high-tech living room features elegant furnishings and smart home automation from Control4 to enhance the ambiance and add the ultimate in convenience. Broadcast the music of your choice using a whole-home audio solution, powered by Control4. The recessed smart lighting and access lighting is designed to create the perfect personalized ambiance. Other automation options may include smart appliances, programmable thermostat control for comfort and energy management, home security system integration, shade automation, and full A/V control. And everything can be controlled from virtually anywhere - using your Control4 app with a smart phone or tablet device or a convenient touch screen.

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Give your space an industrial rustic look with the Laredo Console Table by Convenience Concepts. The light complexion of the fir wood complements the dark metal frame. Corner embellishments not only add to but complete the look. The durability and stability of this table will allow you to enjoy it for years to come. This table also features quick and easy assembly. Look for other items from the Laredo collection sold separately.

Inspired by Mid Century styling the Oslo Console Table will transform your space. This console table boasts an attractive high gloss piano finish table top that makes clean up a breeze. Also featuring a bottom shelf where you have lots of space to display any collectibles or prized possessions. Crafted for durability this piece will stand up to any occasion. Look for other pieces from the Oslo Collection for a complete look sold separately.

Brimming with luxury, the Gold Coast Faux Marble Round Coffee Table from Convenience Concepts will have you enjoying a cup of coffee with style. A charming combination of faux white marble and gold-finished metal, its contemporary design will refresh your living room decor. Featuring a circular table top made of MDF finished with faux white marble with gray veining detail and a sturdy metal frame, this table was engineered for longevity. Its ample table top is perfect to showcase your favorite statuettes. Enjoy in no time with its easy assembly that requires only 2 easy steps. Look for matching pieces from the Gold Coast Collection from Convenience Concepts, each sold separately.

This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Photography Eric Roth Photo

Create an airy and open atmosphere in any room with the Oslo Sundance Coffee Table from Convenience Concepts. With its modern contemporary style, this two-tone table will update any home décor and establish a timeless look. Equipped with two tiers, MDF and tempered clear glass, this coffee table offers ample space for all your family and friend gatherings. The transparent table top will ensure you can easily store and locate your living room essentials. The solid bamboo frame not only accentuates the tiers but also provides the durability needed for everyday use. Its open design makes for easy maintenance. Enjoy within minutes of delivery with its easy assembly of only 5 easy steps. Look for matching items from the Oslo Sundance Collection from Convenience Concepts, each sold separately.

The Convenience Concepts Mission 5 Tier Bookcase is a great addition to any home office. Featuring 5 spacious shelves that allow plenty of space for anything from books to collectibles. The Mission bookcases easily fit with most decor so you can enjoy it for years to come. Coordinating pieces are also available sold separately.

Reinvent your living room with the Omega TV Stand. Featuring four separate compartments, allows plenty of storage space for any TV gaming or media needs. Also featuring cable management holes. The simple yet eye catching design showcases clean lines and beautiful octagon cut outs on the sides. Available in multiple finishes it's sure to complement any home decor. Look for other items from the Omega Collection for the complete look sold separately.

Large walk-in kitchen pantry with rounded corner shelves in 2 far corners. Installed to replace existing builder-grade wire shelving. Custom baking rack for pans. Wall-mounted system with extended height panels and custom trim work for floor-mount look. Open shelving with spacing designed around accommodating client's clear labeled storage bins and other serving items and cookware.

Refresh your home with the Napa Valley Coffee Table from Convenience Concepts. With a minimalist design and Mid-Century modern style combined, this table optimizes storage space for all your living room essentials without overwhelming your current décor. Its curvilinear silhouette, long tapered legs, open cubbies and ample table top, brings an attractive and soothing feel to any room. This table will also endure the test of time with its strong poplar solid wood legs, MDF and bentwood shelves, and birch veneer. Enjoy within minutes of delivery with its easy assembly of only 1 easy step. Look for matching pieces from the Napa Valley Collection from Convenience Concepts, each sold separately.

In a classic yet simple design, the American Heritage Bookshelf Ladder will find it's place in any room of the house. Available in multiple finishes, this piece features 5 bookshelves that offer plenty of space for display of collectibles and books. Whether you find this bookshelf in the living room, or office it will be sure to fit all of your needs and earn praise in an already well furnished room.

Update your space with the Newport Dorchester Console Table. The sleek sophisticated design is perfect for any room where you can display your collectibles or place your keys. The wavy silhouette gives this piece a gracious look while showcasing a lovely woodgrain finish. Featuring a drawer for concealed storage you can hide away unsightly accessories. Engineered for durability the Dorchester Console will become a staple in your home.

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Tucked away behind retractable cabinet doors is this office and mail center. (Psst...there is a shredder behind the other base cabinet door). Photography by Chrissy Racho.

The Convenience Concepts Mission 3 Tier Bookcase is a great addition to any home office. Featuring 3 spacious shelves that allow plenty of space for anything from books to collectibles. The Mission bookcases easily fit with most decor so you can enjoy it for years to come. Coordinating pieces are also available sold separately.

Add a personal touch to any room with SoHo End Table. This piece is constructed with tempered side glass and thick gray top surface to hold photos or lamps. The added lower shelf is ideal to show off your favorite books or magazines. This end table will live beautifully among your existing furniture. You can be sure you'll always achieve an in-style look. Will provide years of enjoyment.

Enhance your living room or office decor with the Royal Crest 4 Tier Corner Shelf by Convenience Concepts. The Chrome frame provides the durability you need while giving the contemporary look you want. Also featuring 4 tiers of glass shelves that provide plenty of space to display collectibles, or additional storage. Coordinating items available, sold separately.

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