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Photography by Deb Scannell
Kitchen - small contemporary galley light wood floor kitchen idea in Charlotte with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island
Kitchen - small contemporary galley light wood floor kitchen idea in Charlotte with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

Black and White bathroom with forest green vanity cabinets. Glass cabinet pulls with brass accents.
Mid-sized country master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, white floor, single-sink and wallpaper bathroom photo in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity
Mid-sized country master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, white floor, single-sink and wallpaper bathroom photo in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Photography by Tim Schultz
Example of a transitional kitchen design in Seattle with light wood cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops
Example of a transitional kitchen design in Seattle with light wood cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops
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Photo: Andrew Snow © 2015 Houzz
Mid-sized trendy dark wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island
Mid-sized trendy dark wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This beautiful home is an example of what can be achieved on a small lot. Interactive Construction was able to provide these homeowners with a Passive House that fit perfectly into their heritage neighbourhood, onto their narrow lot, and with their personalities.
There are huge energy savings built into the design of this home. In keeping with Passive House principles, the house is insulated everywhere to minimize heat loss meaning this house doesn’t require a conventional heat source. There is an extremely efficient Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) system that quietly manages airflow throughout the building and takes the heat from showers and cooking before expelling cool, filtered air. Triple glazed windows cut down on heat loss and are almost all openable to aid in cooling instead of a costly air conditioner.
Environmental considerations in this build go beyond energy savings. The decision to use prefabricated wall panels and roof trusses to cut down on waste and aid in site storage of lumber.
This house’s innovation comes from it being a modern design passive house that it somehow fits very well in a neighbourhood filled with heritage houses. We managed to squeeze a lot of house onto a postage sized lot and still have it feel roomy inside and in the yard.
And check out those funky stairs!
What the homeowners had to say:
Despite the huge and unforeseen challenges of building safely and efficiently during the 2020 Covid pandemic, especially on a very narrow lot, Interactive's exceptional crew and their team of skilled subcontractors delivered our dream house.

This beautiful home is an example of what can be achieved on a small lot. Interactive Construction was able to provide these homeowners with a Passive House that fit perfectly into their heritage neighbourhood, onto their narrow lot, and with their personalities.
There are huge energy savings built into the design of this home. In keeping with Passive House principles, the house is insulated everywhere to minimize heat loss meaning this house doesn’t require a conventional heat source. There is an extremely efficient Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) system that quietly manages airflow throughout the building and takes the heat from showers and cooking before expelling cool, filtered air. Triple glazed windows cut down on heat loss and are almost all openable to aid in cooling instead of a costly air conditioner.
Environmental considerations in this build go beyond energy savings. The decision to use prefabricated wall panels and roof trusses to cut down on waste and aid in site storage of lumber.
This house’s innovation comes from it being a modern design passive house that it somehow fits very well in a neighbourhood filled with heritage houses. We managed to squeeze a lot of house onto a postage sized lot and still have it feel roomy inside and in the yard.
And check out those funky stairs!
What the homeowners had to say:
Despite the huge and unforeseen challenges of building safely and efficiently during the 2020 Covid pandemic, especially on a very narrow lot, Interactive's exceptional crew and their team of skilled subcontractors delivered our dream house.

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Delaware, OH
Buckeye Basements, Inc.
Central Ohio's Basement Finishing ExpertsBest Of Houzz '13-'21

This stunning master bathroom remodel in Laguna Niguel embodies luxury with its modern wet-room design, featuring high-end finishes, exquisite textures, and thoughtful details that elevate the space into a true retreat.

A contemporary ADU kitchen featuring rift-cut white oak cabinetry, a seamless quartz countertop, matte black fixtures, open shelving, and a tall Marvin window capturing the landscaped yard outside.

Photo: Teness Herman Photography © 2015 Houzz
Example of a small classic 3/4 white tile and subway tile ceramic tile bathroom design in Portland with a pedestal sink, furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood countertops, a one-piece toilet and yellow walls
Example of a small classic 3/4 white tile and subway tile ceramic tile bathroom design in Portland with a pedestal sink, furniture-like cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood countertops, a one-piece toilet and yellow walls

Bathroom in Lexington Ave | Room Type:
Primary Bathroom (Master Bath Remodel) |
Project Name:
Lexington Ave |
Key Feature:
A modern, luxury bathroom with a subtle boho influence, featuring unique tile placement, statement lighting, and layered materials that create visual interest in a compact footprint.
Challenge:
The client wanted a full bathroom transformation while keeping all plumbing in its existing locations to minimize renovation costs, requiring creative design solutions within structural limitations.
Solution:
The design team reimagined the space by introducing updated finishes, distinctive tile layouts, wallpaper, and statement lighting to elevate the bathroom while working within the existing layout. The project was executed entirely remotely, demonstrating a seamless virtual design process.
Materials:
Bedrosians tile, Thibaut wallpaper, Arteriors lighting, Kohler plumbing fixtures, Jaipur Living rugs, Made Goods bath mirrors, and Bungalow5 bath stool.
Budget:
Not specified
Timeline:
Completed April 2021.

Bathroom in Lexington Ave | Room Type:
Primary Bathroom (Master Bath Remodel) |
Project Name:
Lexington Ave |
Key Feature:
A modern, luxury bathroom with a subtle boho influence, featuring unique tile placement, statement lighting, and layered materials that create visual interest in a compact footprint.
Challenge:
The client wanted a full bathroom transformation while keeping all plumbing in its existing locations to minimize renovation costs, requiring creative design solutions within structural limitations.
Solution:
The design team reimagined the space by introducing updated finishes, distinctive tile layouts, wallpaper, and statement lighting to elevate the bathroom while working within the existing layout. The project was executed entirely remotely, demonstrating a seamless virtual design process.
Materials:
Bedrosians tile, Thibaut wallpaper, Arteriors lighting, Kohler plumbing fixtures, Jaipur Living rugs, Made Goods bath mirrors, and Bungalow5 bath stool.
Budget:
Not specified
Timeline:
Completed April 2021.

A curved black gravel path leads to a a sitting area and focal point replacing an unusable soggy lawn.
Photo of a mid-sized landscaping in Seattle.
Photo of a mid-sized landscaping in Seattle.

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Columbus, OH
Hope Restoration & General Contracting
Columbus Design-Build, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Historic Renovations

Dresner Design possesses the expertise to design cutting edge, cost-effective kitchens, baths and closets for developer’s multi-unit projects. They were recently part of the design team for The Ronsley, River North's best new luxury condominium development.
This former industrial timber loft building was transformed into an incredible 41-unit building, and Dresner Design was hired to design both the kitchens and baths using Italian cabinetry from Stosa Cucine.
Challenges:
All the units were the same but with varying configurations. The goal was to make all the units feel and look the same but each of the layouts was different- making 30 layouts in all.
Concept:
The kitchens and baths were designed to be sleek and modern, blending in with the loft style. The kitchen islands fabricated with wood compliments the wood ceilings and beams typical of loft living. White kitchens are always timeless and the Ronsley used the most beautiful and high-end cabinetry made of 100% lacquer.
Photography by Jim Tschetter

Eat-in kitchen - l-shaped ceramic tile eat-in kitchen idea in Grand Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Color : Daylight White.
Size of LEDs: 3528 (3.5mm*2.8mm).
Length per roll: 50m.
LEDs Quantity: 60/m (total 3000 per roll).
Working Voltage: 110-120 V AC.
Waterproof: Yes.
Waterproof. IP 65. Can be used in outdoor.
Easy Installation. Plug and play without wiring.
Flexible. Slim, compact and flexible PCB strip. Applicable for bendable or angled patterns, or in continuous rows.
Cuttable and linkable. It can be cut in every 1m/3.28ft meter along the cutting marks, without damaging the rest strips.
Components Saving. Can be directly connected into main supply, no power adapter, transformer or driver is required.
Power plug and mounting buckles are included.
High Voltage. Low voltage drop. More little light attenuation, well-distribute lighting in the whole 50 m strips.
Reduce re-lamp frequency. Lifespan is over 50,000 hrs. Save effort and labor costs on changing lights frequently.
Widely applicable. Not only be cut in sections, but also can run in max 50 meters with only one power plug.
It is convenient and cost-saving for large outdoor projects.
Eco-Friendly. No lead or mercury.

Perfect for cover lighting, outlining buildings, windows, walkway and garden paths, accenting decks, patios, front porches, staircases, garden and much more.
Color : Warm white.
Length per roll: 150ft(46m).
LED quantity: 1656 leds per roll, 11 leds per feet.
Diameter: 0.47-Inch. Input Voltage : 110-120 V AC.
Luminous intensity: 4000mcd/LED.
Wattage: 0.55W/ft (1.8W/m), total 82.8W.
Easy Installation. Simply plug into 110-120V AC household outlet without wiring.
Flexible. The slim, compact and flexible PCB tube can be shaped, formed or bent in any angle to perfectly fit the space being decorated.
Cuttable and linkable. It can be cut in every 3.28ft along the cutting marks, without damaging the rest strips.
Waterproof. IP65. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Components saving. Can be directly connected into main supply, no power adapter, transformer or driver is required.
Reduce re-lamp frequency. Lifespan is over 50000 hrs. Save effort and labor costs on changing lights frequently.
Widely applicable. Not only be cut in sections, but also can run in max 150ft(46m) with only one power plug. It is convenient and cost-saving for large outdoor projects.
Eco-Friendly. No lead or mercury.
Applications. Perfect for cove lighting, outlining buildings/ windows/walkway and garden paths, accenting decks/ patios/front porches/staircases/garden and much more.

Sponsored
Columbus, OH
Hope Restoration & General Contracting
Columbus Design-Build, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Historic Renovations

Amber works from home and was sacrificing a dining room for her home office. By utilizing the double wide closet space in her guest bedroom, she now walks into her home without the reminder of work, and can have guests over for a meal in her dining room (dining room reveal coming soon). The walls were freshly painted Sea Salt by Sherwin Williams. This gives the room a fresh, clean look and also adds contrast to the beige carpet.
Amber had her homework assignments cut out for her as she had to do some major purging in her throw all guest room. Once she started letting go, she was on a roll and continually surprised me as she cleaned out closets throughout the house. One dresser was filled with cds, dvds, books, albums, scrap-booking materials; items taking up precious real estate in her life that she didn't even know were there. There really wasn't a storage problem after-all, she was just holding on to a collection of things that no longer served her. Each time I would visit, and her space would become more open, I could see the weight lifting off her and her self love building. Amber had a recent breakup with her boyfriend and this makeover helped her not only focus on making a home sanctuary for herself, but helped her let go of the pains of the past and focus on the exciting future ahead. At one point when we were moving sofas in the living room (which we will also reveal soon), we found an ex's flip-flop. We were figuratively and literally sweeping away the past. Editing your home and your life makes room for your future; for new people and things. We are so happy to finally reveal the room to you! We can't wait to unveil the rest of Amber's home, once we complete the finishing touches.
Challenges:
Amber's home was filled with mix-matched furniture from family and college. She had no idea what her decorating style was. After shopping together and exchanging somepinterest boards, I was finally able to get a sense of what she loves.
I had to work on a tight budget, which meant really digging out the creativity and utilizing other items in the home. See how I transformed a table from the discard pile into a faux marble bedside table by clicking web link.
Amber's dad was able to help with the desk materials and building to cut costs.
We wanted to save the closet doors in the event she sold her home or no longer needed an office someday. There wasn't any extra space to store these closet doors, so I used them as a headboard.
The only items purchased were: Curtains, Curtain Rod, Bedspread Set, Throw Pillows, 2 Lamps and Paint.

46 inch double bowl ledge sink 5LD46R with cutting board and colander
Example of a trendy home design design in Cincinnati
Example of a trendy home design design in Cincinnati
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