The clean, calm, restful interiors of this heart-of-the-city home are an antidote to urban living, and busy professional lives. As well, they’re an ode to enduring style that will accommodate the changing needs of the young family who lives here. Photos by June Suthigoseeya

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Darlene Halaby
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photos by Steve Chenn
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Starr Homes, LLC
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This adorable beach cottage is in the heart of the village of La Jolla in San Diego. The goals were to brighten up the space and be the perfect beach get-away for the client whose permanent residence is in Arizona. Some of the ways we achieved the goals was to place an extra high custom board and batten in the great room and by refinishing the kitchen cabinets (which were in excellent shape) white. We created interest through extreme proportions and contrast. Though there are a lot of white elements, they are all offset by a smaller portion of very dark elements. We also played with texture and pattern through wallpaper, natural reclaimed wood elements and rugs. This was all kept in balance by using a simplified color palate minimal layering. I am so grateful for this client as they were extremely trusting and open to ideas. To see what the space looked like before the remodel you can go to the gallery page of the website www.cmnaturaldesigns.com Photography by: Chipper Hatter

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David Marquardt
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Rickie Agapito
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This custom home was masterfully designed by Platt Architecture. Reclaimed Wonder is situated within the exclusive golf community of Wade Hampton Golf Club in Cashiers, North Carolina. Every element of this residence reflects an unwavering attention to detail, creating a home that is truly a work of art. The living room is anchored by a grand, soaring stone fireplace in the corner, its elegant craftsmanship and commanding presence serving as the centerpiece of the space. Complementing this architectural focal point are reclaimed wood beams, carefully selected indigenous stone, and warm amber lighting, all of which combine to create a refined yet inviting ambiance that resonates with the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains. J,Weiland

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Yorgos Efthymiadis
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