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Like most kitchens, this basement bar kitchenette was all about the materials. Making the right selections is critical to a project's success, especially a kitchen, so how does that work?
To make sure we get the selections right, we follow a plan, or more accurately, a selection sequence, that ensures we make the right selections in the right order.
For kitchens and bathrooms, material selections follow a simple cadence - one, two, three. First countertops and tile, then plumbing fixtures, and, finally, hardware and accessories.
So, why countertops and tile first?
Simple, they have the greatest impact on the look, color, and mood of a room, and, much like the foundation, they are critical to the stability of a house. Selecting the right countertops (and corresponding tile) is critical to the aesthetic stability of a space.
In our three step process, the selection of countertops is intricately linked to the selection of tile. Yes, we begin with the countertops, but tile selection is only a half step behind. The two materials work in tandem given their proximity to each other ( often they actually touch each other).
Another consideration is selection flexibility. There are literally hundreds of thousands of tile options, making it easier to find the right tile to match the chosen countertops than it is to find countertops to match a specific tile.
To the cool and creamy quartzite countertop, we added a dark, rich counterpart - walnut. The elevated countertop, the one where friends sit and upon which drinks are set is warm and welcoming.

Designer: Fumiko Faiman, Photographer: Jeri Koegel
Minimalist porcelain tile eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island
Minimalist porcelain tile eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island
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Bathroom - mid-sized transitional master blue tile and porcelain tile ceramic tile bathroom idea in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, blue walls, a drop-in sink and tile countertops

Named for its poise and position, this home's prominence on Dawson's Ridge corresponds to Crown Point on the southern side of the Columbia River. Far reaching vistas, breath-taking natural splendor and an endless horizon surround these walls with a sense of home only the Pacific Northwest can provide. Welcome to The River's Point.

Large craftsman green two-story mixed siding exterior home idea in San Francisco

Evening fire by the pool
Photo by © Daniel Vaughan (vaughangroup.ca)
Large arts and crafts backyard stamped concrete and rectangular lap water slide photo in Toronto
Large arts and crafts backyard stamped concrete and rectangular lap water slide photo in Toronto

Bill Hazlegrove
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master gray tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile bathroom remodel in Other with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, a two-piece toilet and gray walls
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master gray tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile bathroom remodel in Other with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, a two-piece toilet and gray walls

Named for its poise and position, this home's prominence on Dawson's Ridge corresponds to Crown Point on the southern side of the Columbia River. Far reaching vistas, breath-taking natural splendor and an endless horizon surround these walls with a sense of home only the Pacific Northwest can provide. Welcome to The River's Point.

Corner shower - large contemporary master gray floor corner shower idea in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white walls, a pedestal sink and a hinged shower door

This beautiful wood door was done almost 15 years ago! Fabulous. This client had exquisite taste and the door was perfect for her home. This is a 16*7 opening, 3 section, custom paint grade wood door. The client added their own hardware, but there are many different, heftier styles to choose from. Enjoy!
Agi Dyer

Our client’s charming cottage was no longer meeting the needs of their family. We needed to give them more space but not lose the quaint characteristics that make this little historic home so unique. So we didn’t go up, and we didn’t go wide, instead we took this master suite addition straight out into the backyard and maintained 100% of the original historic façade.
Master Suite
This master suite is truly a private retreat. We were able to create a variety of zones in this suite to allow room for a good night’s sleep, reading by a roaring fire, or catching up on correspondence. The fireplace became the real focal point in this suite. Wrapped in herringbone whitewashed wood planks and accented with a dark stone hearth and wood mantle, we can’t take our eyes off this beauty. With its own private deck and access to the backyard, there is really no reason to ever leave this little sanctuary.
Master Bathroom
The master bathroom meets all the homeowner’s modern needs but has plenty of cozy accents that make it feel right at home in the rest of the space. A natural wood vanity with a mixture of brass and bronze metals gives us the right amount of warmth, and contrasts beautifully with the off-white floor tile and its vintage hex shape. Now the shower is where we had a little fun, we introduced the soft matte blue/green tile with satin brass accents, and solid quartz floor (do you see those veins?!). And the commode room is where we had a lot fun, the leopard print wallpaper gives us all lux vibes (rawr!) and pairs just perfectly with the hex floor tile and vintage door hardware.
Hall Bathroom
We wanted the hall bathroom to drip with vintage charm as well but opted to play with a simpler color palette in this space. We utilized black and white tile with fun patterns (like the little boarder on the floor) and kept this room feeling crisp and bright.

A bluestone walkway and corresponding porch fit seamlessly with the Craftsman stone columns. A soft and subdued landscape reflect the quiet demeanor of the space.
Bluestone entry. Landscape design by Hursthouse.

Building a Dream Home
For the past 30 years, John Bleeker has been designing notable homes and renowned buildings in the area, which have been published in numerous magazines. Mr. Bleeker, an award winning architect of Bleeker Architectural Group, chose Braen Supply as the provider for the materials for his own home. He felt that Braen Supply was the most trustworthy and reliable source for materials as he designed his dream home.
Mr. Bleeker was looking for a particular coloration of materials that Braen Supply would be providing. In order to meet the needs of the customer, a custom blend of granites were created providing him with the exact coloration that he was looking for.
The remaining materials were selected to correspond with the custom blend, creating a home that anyone would dream to live in.
Bleeker Architectural Group has been designing notable homes and buildings in the area since 1999.

Simone Photography
Inspiration for a timeless l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, yellow cabinets, soapstone countertops, yellow backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island
Inspiration for a timeless l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, yellow cabinets, soapstone countertops, yellow backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Named for its poise and position, this home's prominence on Dawson's Ridge corresponds to Crown Point on the southern side of the Columbia River. Far reaching vistas, breath-taking natural splendor and an endless horizon surround these walls with a sense of home only the Pacific Northwest can provide. Welcome to The River's Point.

Named for its poise and position, this home's prominence on Dawson's Ridge corresponds to Crown Point on the southern side of the Columbia River. Far reaching vistas, breath-taking natural splendor and an endless horizon surround these walls with a sense of home only the Pacific Northwest can provide. Welcome to The River's Point.

Our client’s charming cottage was no longer meeting the needs of their family. We needed to give them more space but not lose the quaint characteristics that make this little historic home so unique. So we didn’t go up, and we didn’t go wide, instead we took this master suite addition straight out into the backyard and maintained 100% of the original historic façade.
Master Suite
This master suite is truly a private retreat. We were able to create a variety of zones in this suite to allow room for a good night’s sleep, reading by a roaring fire, or catching up on correspondence. The fireplace became the real focal point in this suite. Wrapped in herringbone whitewashed wood planks and accented with a dark stone hearth and wood mantle, we can’t take our eyes off this beauty. With its own private deck and access to the backyard, there is really no reason to ever leave this little sanctuary.
Master Bathroom
The master bathroom meets all the homeowner’s modern needs but has plenty of cozy accents that make it feel right at home in the rest of the space. A natural wood vanity with a mixture of brass and bronze metals gives us the right amount of warmth, and contrasts beautifully with the off-white floor tile and its vintage hex shape. Now the shower is where we had a little fun, we introduced the soft matte blue/green tile with satin brass accents, and solid quartz floor (do you see those veins?!). And the commode room is where we had a lot fun, the leopard print wallpaper gives us all lux vibes (rawr!) and pairs just perfectly with the hex floor tile and vintage door hardware.
Hall Bathroom
We wanted the hall bathroom to drip with vintage charm as well but opted to play with a simpler color palette in this space. We utilized black and white tile with fun patterns (like the little boarder on the floor) and kept this room feeling crisp and bright.
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