This front yard features a seating area and jar fountain, ringed by aromatic native plantings of California Lilac, Manzanita, Cleveland Sage. A meadow-style planting of native sedge grasses create soft look in the foreground, and new concrete pavers add a modern touch. We also believe the project’s driveway to be among the prettiest we’ve created or seen: a ribbon of stones and grasses now meanders along a Hollywood-style center planting area.

Inspiration for a timeless living room remodel in Austin

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2014 Houzz
Inspiration for a contemporary light wood floor bedroom remodel in New York

3-D rendering by Bonderud Design. Using 3-d images to convey designs is a standard service of Bonderud Design. This is an early version of the design, which changed as we worked with the home owners.

Rachael Stollar
Trendy galley open concept kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, limestone countertops and stainless steel appliances

Bespoke chandeliers were an inspired collaboration with Swarovski, as their crystals convey sophistication and elegance.
Huge trendy open concept and formal medium tone wood floor living room photo in New York with beige walls, no fireplace and no tv

Example of a classic patio design in New York

The master shower has tile from Heath Ceramics in LA. The bench and trim is Caesarstone.
Alcove shower - mid-sized 1960s master blue tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile and gray floor alcove shower idea in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door and gray countertops

Convey Studios, Sesha Smith
Example of a bedroom and small danish girl light wood floor and beige floor kids' bedroom design in Dallas with pink walls

Example of a large transitional white two-story mixed siding exterior home design in Los Angeles

Comfortable outdoor living space that is easily maintained while conveying sophistication is not often seen in a three season room. The all weather wicker sectional is casual and contemporary and works beautifully with the RoSham Beaux drum shade lamps and barn wood coffee table with industrial iron base. The dining area lighting has soft fabric shades that bring serene warmth to evening meals with the family and the ceiling fan has a modern industrial look that both looks exquisite and keeps the space cool on warm summer evenings.

JPM Construction offers complete support for designing, building, and renovating homes in Atherton, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, and surrounding mid-peninsula areas. With a focus on high-quality craftsmanship and professionalism, our clients can expect premium end-to-end service. The promise of JPM is unparalleled quality both on-site and off, where we value communication and attention to detail at every step. Onsite, we work closely with our own tradesmen, subcontractors, and other vendors to bring the highest standards to construction quality and job site safety. Off site, our management team is always ready to communicate with you about your project. The result is a beautiful, lasting home and seamless experience for you.

The shape of the angled porch-roof, sets the tone for a truly modern entryway. This protective covering makes a dramatic statement, as it hovers over the front door. The blue-stone terrace conveys even more interest, as it gradually moves upward, morphing into steps, until it reaches the porch. Porch Detail The multicolored tan stone, used for the risers and retaining walls, is proportionally carried around the base of the house. Horizontal sustainable-fiber cement board replaces the original vertical wood siding, and widens the appearance of the facade. The color scheme — blue-grey siding, cherry-wood door and roof underside, and varied shades of tan and blue stone — is complimented by the crisp-contrasting black accents of the thin-round metal columns, railing, window sashes, and the roof fascia board and gutters. This project is a stunning example of an exterior, that is both asymmetrical and symmetrical. Prior to the renovation, the house had a bland 1970s exterior. Now, it is interesting, unique, and inviting. Photography Credit: Tom Holdsworth Photography Contractor: Owings Brothers Contracting

The need for a productive and comfortable space was the motive for the study design. A culmination of ideas supports daily routines from the computer desk for correspondence, the worktable to review documents, or the sofa to read reports. The wood mantel creates the base for the art niche, which provides a space for one homeowner’s taste in modern art to be expressed. Horizontal wood elements are stained for layered warmth from the floor, wood tops, mantel, and ceiling beams. The walls are covered in a natural paper weave with a green tone that is pulled to the built-ins flanking the marble fireplace for a happier work environment. Connections to the outside are a welcome relief to enjoy views to the front, or pass through the doors to the private outdoor patio at the back of the home. The ceiling light fixture has linen panels as a tie to personal ship artwork displayed in the office.

Sesha Smith, Convey Studios
Large minimalist light wood floor bedroom photo in Dallas with white walls

The goal here was to match furniture scale with the lofty room so the space would feel cozy despite its size. The pendants, rug and furniture we chose kept the large room proportional, as well as livable and not too fussy. Sesha Smith, Convey Studios

Design: Geoffrey De Sousa Interior Design Photo: Janet Paik © 2014 Houzz
Example of a trendy living room design in San Francisco

Bespoke chandeliers were an inspired collaboration with Swarovski, as their crystals convey sophistication and elegance. Fendi Casa Furniture Collection. Clive Christian Kitchen. Christopher Guy Bar Stools. Fendi Piano.

This kitchen took a tired, 80’s builder kitchen and revamped it into a personalized gathering space for our wonderful client. The existing space was split up by the dated configuration of eat-in kitchen table area to one side and cramped workspace on the other. It didn’t just under-serve our client’s needs; it flat out discouraged them from using the space. Our client desired an open kitchen with a central gathering space where family and friends could connect. To open things up, we removed the half wall separating the kitchen from the dining room and the wall that blocked sight lines to the family room and created a narrow hallway to the kitchen. The old oak cabinets weren't maximizing storage and were dated and dark. We used Waypoint Living Spaces cabinets in linen white to brighten up the room. On the east wall, we created a hutch-like stack that features an appliance garage that keeps often used countertop appliance on hand but out of sight. The hutch also acts as a transition from the cooking zone to the coffee and wine area. We eliminated the north window that looked onto the entry walkway and activated this wall as storage with refrigerator enclosure and pantry. We opted to leave the east window as-is and incorporated it into the new kitchen layout by creating a window well for growing plants and herbs. The countertops are Pental Quartz in Carrara. The sleek cabinet hardware is from our friends at Amerock in a gorgeous satin champagne bronze. One of the most striking features in the space is the pattern encaustic tile from Tile Shop. The pop of blue in the backsplash adds personality and contrast to the champagne accents. The reclaimed wood cladding surrounding the large east-facing window introduces a quintessential Colorado vibe, and the natural texture balances the crisp white cabinetry and geometric patterned tile. Minimalist modern lighting fixtures from Mitzi by Hudson Valley Lighting provide task lighting over the sink and at the wine/ coffee station. The visual lightness of the sink pendants maintains the openness and visual connection between the kitchen and dining room. Together the elements make for a sophisticated yet casual vibe-- a comfortable chic kitchen. We love the way this space turned out and are so happy that our clients now have such a bright and welcoming gathering space as the heart of their home!