Example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen design in San Francisco with blue cabinets, green backsplash, an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, quartzite countertops, subway tile backsplash and a peninsula

outdoor wood deck for entertaining.
Mid-sized trendy backyard patio photo in Austin with decking and a roof extension

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dimmable LED lighting • bio fuel fireplace • ipe • redwood • glulam • cedar to match existing • granite bar • photography by Tre Dunham
Mid-sized trendy backyard deck photo in Austin with a fire pit and a roof extension

The Sennett Residence in Asheville, NC boasts a striking midcentury modern exterior crafted by Living Stone Design + Build. Featuring clean lines, expansive glass windows, and natural materials like stone and wood, this home seamlessly merges modern luxury with the surrounding mountain landscape for an elegant and sustainable design.

Patio - modern patio idea in Atlanta

Looking for a nice clean crown molding, but what something different? These homeowners did just that with a simple clean flat molding applied to the wall and ceiling to create this look.

The client wanted a unique outdoor entertaining area and she loved Heath tile. We bought a pizza oven and then stucco and tiled it to match. The screen is a ParaSoleil panel with a verdigris finish and we framed it with IPE.

Facing to the South the gable end contains a 2 story wall of glass that brings in light for the entire home. The windows and doors on this house are Marvin Integrity Wood-Ultrex units with a ebony exterior. The siding used on this house is a poly-fly ash material manufactured by Boral. For the vertical siding a channel groove pattern was chosen and at the entry (green) a ship-lap pattern. The decking is a composite product from Fiberon with a cable rail system at one end. All the products on the exterior were chosen in part because of their low maintenance qualities. Photography by Anthony Crisafulli Photography

Plant color choices and stone characteristics blended together in this multi-level garden.
Photo of a mediterranean drought-tolerant backyard stone retaining wall landscape in San Francisco.

This elevated deck, motorized pergola, and fire place were designed to seamlessly blend with the architectural elements of this 100 yr old historic brick home. Starting with the Wolf PVC deck, it has 3 distinct areas. The fabulous lounge area features an Equinox motorized pergola, white pvc columns with brick veneer base with ceiling fans and bromic heaters; full sun, full shade, hot or cold, this space will always be comfortable. The featured 75k btu gas fireplace with bluestone mantle and hearth to tie in to elements of the hardscape and home creates both a quiet gathering space or rocking party area. The small gable roof was designed to replace a low shed roof in order to make the design work and transition from the house to the deck a perfectly dry experience when needed. Finished with tigerwood ceiling, pvc wrapped posts, it provides complete coverage and adds architectural interest. This amazing space is finished with custom powder coated aluminum rails and an elegant split staircase, one leading to the pool, the other leading to the driveway

This elevated deck, motorized pergola, and fire place were designed to seamlessly blend with the architectural elements of this 100 yr old historic brick home. Starting with the Wolf PVC deck, it has 3 distinct areas. The fabulous lounge area features an Equinox motorized pergola, white pvc columns with brick veneer base with ceiling fans and bromic heaters; full sun, full shade, hot or cold, this space will always be comfortable. The featured 75k btu gas fireplace with bluestone mantle and hearth to tie in to elements of the hardscape and home creates both a quiet gathering space or rocking party area. The small gable roof was designed to replace a low shed roof in order to make the design work and transition from the house to the deck a perfectly dry experience when needed. Finished with tigerwood ceiling, pvc wrapped posts, it provides complete coverage and adds architectural interest. This amazing space is finished with custom powder coated aluminum rails and an elegant split staircase, one leading to the pool, the other leading to the driveway

Example of a mid-sized transitional freestanding desk dark wood floor and brown floor study room design in New York with beige walls and no fireplace

This elevated deck, motorized pergola, and fire place were designed to seamlessly blend with the architectural elements of this 100 yr old historic brick home. Starting with the Wolf PVC deck, it has 3 distinct areas. The fabulous lounge area features an Equinox motorized pergola, white pvc columns with brick veneer base with ceiling fans and bromic heaters; full sun, full shade, hot or cold, this space will always be comfortable. The featured 75k btu gas fireplace with bluestone mantle and hearth to tie in to elements of the hardscape and home creates both a quiet gathering space or rocking party area. The small gable roof was designed to replace a low shed roof in order to make the design work and transition from the house to the deck a perfectly dry experience when needed. Finished with tigerwood ceiling, pvc wrapped posts, it provides complete coverage and adds architectural interest. This amazing space is finished with custom powder coated aluminum rails and an elegant split staircase, one leading to the pool, the other leading to the driveway

This elevated deck, motorized pergola, and fire place were designed to seamlessly blend with the architectural elements of this 100 yr old historic brick home. Starting with the Wolf PVC deck, it has 3 distinct areas. The fabulous lounge area features an Equinox motorized pergola, white pvc columns with brick veneer base with ceiling fans and bromic heaters; full sun, full shade, hot or cold, this space will always be comfortable. The featured 75k btu gas fireplace with bluestone mantle and hearth to tie in to elements of the hardscape and home creates both a quiet gathering space or rocking party area. The small gable roof was designed to replace a low shed roof in order to make the design work and transition from the house to the deck a perfectly dry experience when needed. Finished with tigerwood ceiling, pvc wrapped posts, it provides complete coverage and adds architectural interest. This amazing space is finished with custom powder coated aluminum rails and an elegant split staircase, one leading to the pool, the other leading to the driveway

This multi-level deck in WOLF Rosewood PVC decking. The unobstructed dining level with its wrap around stairs flows into the lower lounge area providing an open feel and additional seating. The African Bluestone landing and wrap-a-round cascading steps and walkway add to the texture and variety of color. The semi-sunken hot tub is fully accessible from one side and almost hidden from the deck perspective. The duel sets of stairs give access to the driveway as well as the yard itself. The custom rails are black powder coated aluminum. Black PVC skirting, finishes the base of the deck. a nearly 5ft wide rolling barn door gives access to the excavated dry space below which serves as storage and with 6 foot of headroom is a fully functional 450sf of storage space - Large enough to drive into with a ride-on mower . The door had to be hung using powder coated steel hardware to carry the size and weight of the door The design detail of the hardware itself adds to the architectural interest of the overall project.

This elevated deck, motorized pergola, and fire place were designed to seamlessly blend with the architectural elements of this 100 yr old historic brick home. Starting with the Wolf PVC deck, it has 3 distinct areas. The fabulous lounge area features an Equinox motorized pergola, white pvc columns with brick veneer base with ceiling fans and bromic heaters; full sun, full shade, hot or cold, this space will always be comfortable. The featured 75k btu gas fireplace with bluestone mantle and hearth to tie in to elements of the hardscape and home creates both a quiet gathering space or rocking party area. The small gable roof was designed to replace a low shed roof in order to make the design work and transition from the house to the deck a perfectly dry experience when needed. Finished with tigerwood ceiling, pvc wrapped posts, it provides complete coverage and adds architectural interest. This amazing space is finished with custom powder coated aluminum rails and an elegant split staircase, one leading to the pool, the other leading to the driveway

This fun classic kitchen in Gold River features Columbia frameless cabinets in Sandy Hook grey. A green glass backsplash in a random matte and polished pattern complements the cabinets which are faced with both painted wood and frosted glass. The Silestone countertops in the Lyra finish have an ogee bullnose edge. The floors are finished in a rich brown porcelain tile of varying sizes that are made to resemble distressed wood. Photo Credit: Nar Fine Carpentry, Inc

Jennifer and Dan have lived in their Deer Park Illinois home for 15 years, slowly making minor fixes like painting and decorating; but they had a new plan for their kitchen the entire time. An awkwardly placed garage door, and an island cooktop with a terrible downdraft made a full-scale kitchen remodel an absolute must. Jennifer had many ideas in mind and wanted to work with a company that could provide high-end work, while partnering with a designer that would tailor the kitchen to her ideas. She was intrigued by the phrase “Common Sense Remodeling” in Advance Design’s feature she discovered while perusing an issue of the community’s Quintessential Barrington Magazine. Doing further research on the company’s website, as she looked through project profiles and read about Advance Design’s “Common Sense Remodeling” philosophy, she promptly scheduled an appointment to see if the people and ideas she read about were truly who they said they were. The more she read, the more she knew that the “Common Sense” approach to remodeling they described was exactly the type of company she was looking for. The partnership was sealed after an initial consultation with Owner Todd Jurs and Project Designer Michelle Lecinski. They displayed a combination of friendliness, professionalism and respect that was unmatched by any of the other companies Jennifer talked to. She knew that with Advance Design, she would be able to retain the vision that she had in mind with high-quality craftsmanship. “I reached out to Advance Design because of the ‘Common Sense Remodeling’ tagline,” Jennifer said. “That’s what lingered for me”. “Advance Design was the most respectful- of the house and of my design ideas, and the most professional of the handful of companies that looked at my project”. Soon after the meeting Jennifer began working with Michelle on the project design. They quickly developed chemistry. Jennifer loved how Michelle researched and located every detail that Jennifer wanted for the kitchen. Between the two of them, every concept and idea was worked through and perfected. “Jennifer had definite ideas about what she wanted the new kitchen to look like, she just didn’t know how to bring it all together. We worked together really well to make her ideas into the practical reality necessary for a well-functioning kitchen, with the look and feel that she had envisioned”, says Michelle. “Michelle was wonderful in using the CAD system she would show me new drawings every time we changed the layout while working through the design,” Jennifer said. “She was a really wonderful partner in execution, she made sure everything happened quickly and easily.” The finished design drew out elements of Jennifer’s style and personality. The pair call the look “sophisticated farmhouse” to describe the kitchen renovation to family and friends. The result was a beautifully crafted, authentic-feeling space that satisfied Jennifer’s dreams 15 years in the making. The whole project consisted of a kitchen remodel, mudroom upgrade with powder room, and garage entry relocation. “The projects I personally like the best, are the ones that put the client’s dreams on display,” Project Designer Michelle said. “And this is one of those projects.” The main focal point of the kitchen is custom zinc and brass ventilation hood with a vintage sheen, which was hand made to order by a small company in Indiana named Vogler Metalworking. “It’s like sculpture, a true work of art”, says Jennifer. Your eye is immediately drawn towards this elegant yet practical hood that eliminated the home’s downdraft problem and added a striking conversation piece at the same time. The carpenters had to use special gloves when transporting and installing it, so they didn’t smudge it with fingerprints. The beautiful hood centers proudly over the stunning black enamel and brass LaCornue Range. “I had a friend who had a LaCornue range and after learning how easy it was to cook perfect meals, I was convinced I wanted to have one”, says Jennifer. This unique, breathtaking combination anchors the entire kitchen and is apparent immediately as you walk into the great room the surrounds the space. DuraSupreme Crestwood cabinets with a Kendall Panel add function and sophistication. A custom gray paint color paired with a storm blue was developed so that the new kitchen looked like it belonged to the existing space. Unlacquered brass faucets and hardware were important to Jennifer because she wanted the living finishes to age over time. Remarkable brass diamond mesh cabinet door inserts imported from the UK continue to add this one-of-a-kind kitchen renovation; giving it a “you won’t see this everywhere” quality. The use of old railcar flooring for the coffee bar countertop and reclaimed oak for the open shelving gives an authenticity to the space uncommon in kitchens today. Jennifer and Michelle fell in love with the Limestone Grey Stone while they were investigating unique island countertop ideas. They liked the fact that the limestone as a living finish will age and change over time. Calcutta Miel Quartz countertops made for an excellent pairing around the perimeter, as it’s durable and perfect for cooking preparations. A textured white subway tile backsplash that runs to the ceiling keeps your eye moving towards the open shelving, and to the main focal point of the stunning range hood combination. “The kitchen functions beautifully, and it’s gorgeous,” beams Jennifer as she gestures with both hands while smiling ear to ear. “The most important thing was I wanted a kitchen that had a wonderful flow, cooked beautiful meals and was a great gathering place for family and friends, and this space does that perfectly! Beauty wise, it turned out exactly how I had envisioned. I felt the function part was the hardest part, and that was nailed”! Relocating the garage entry to the new mudroom was a huge priority and has finally separated the family’s arriving home functions from their kitchen. Now coats and shoes and bags have their own area for dropping once members arrive home. Matching gray DuraSupreme cabinetry helped create gorgeous, purposeful lockers for the family. A reclaimed vintage sink and custom wall paper were added to the tiny powder room to beautify the once previously only functional space. Advance Design was even able to create a custom space for their dog to sleep while the family is away. “It was unbelievable that a project of this size was completed in such a short time, and I think that’s because of the large amount of planning and preparation that went into it,” Jennifer marveled, “When we started, we were ready, and everything was prepared”. When it came to execution, Project Manager Justin Davis and his crew were quick, accessible, and organized. Projects like this kitchen are typically completed in as little as 8-10 weeks. Jennifer’s kitchen however despite the relocation of some challenging HVAC in a soffit and moving of an exterior door was completed remarkably fast in part because the team was working with an existing tile floor that ran throughout the first floor that the client really loved. “You get to know these people really well because they’re living in your house while you’re living in your house. They were so fast and really good, it didn’t take as long as even planned” reported Jennifer. “I would text Justin and he always responded almost immediately. I got to know all the guys who were working in our house and they were all wonderful people”. Details in a customized kitchen like this one require skill and care from the people who install it. “All the guys on the job were skilled at what the did. I wanted small details like little feet to look like furniture, that is where their carpentry skill came in to make these all perfect”, said Jennifer. “The tile guys were wonderful. They even let me determine how I wanted the texture with the grout to appear for a salt and pepper look; now that is a very skilled trade person making it custom”. In Jennifer’s interview, she continued to reference Advance Design’s “Common Sense Remodeling”, so I took a minute to ask her exactly what that phrase meant to her and how it played out in her experience with her project and the Advance Design team. Here is what she said: “I was intrigued about Common Sense Remodeling and in my head that there would be clear costs and prices, great communication between the design team, the execution team and me”, said Jennifer. They did deliver on that, it was so clear about the cost breakdown, what I could expect from everyone who came to my house, and everything that we had ordered. That to me is the Common Sense”! It’s great to see a client take literally our assertion that a well-planned remodeling project is simply “Common Sense”! She anticipated each step of the way would be clear, concise, and predictable, all the while protecting the outcome due to the careful upfront planning. “Advance Design delivered on their ‘Common Sense Remodeling’ promise,” Jennifer said. “From the design team, to the execution team - everything was straight forward like I imagined. The project turned out exactly how I envisioned, I enjoyed this process and absolutely would recommend Advance Design Studio to anyone.”