Eco Turf, a combination of Alyssum, Johnny jump ups, perennial rye grass, clover, that only has to be mowed once a month, was critical to keeping the long term expense down.

Curb appeal is critical for a luxury home, and landscaping is the perfect invitation to encourage visitors. This gorgeous home blends naturally with the graceful landscaping with an amazing 360-degree flow.

This site is very accessible to a local deer population, thus one critical element in the selection of plants was those that were determined to be deer resistant. Combining that plant palette with colors that work well together, owner preference and working with the style of the house was challenging but fun.

This warm, inviting kitchen is front and center when you enter this condo. Having the kitchen updated was critical to the entire feel of the home. Now the homeowners are settled in and happy.

Now you see it, now you don't.... Hidden hinges and the perfect geometry allow client to easily access critically needed crawl space storage while comfortably standing on the landing of the stairs

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Rooms like this are difficult to light, but notice the fireplace where the objects on the mantle stand out and the stone has such great texture. The fixture that is creating the effect is on viewers side of the large beam about 20 feet from the fireplace. Beam control of the bulb is critical to getting the right amount of light where you need it.

The garden consists of mainly massing pieces, but the attention to detail is critical. Photo Credit: George Dzahristos
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional backyard stone landscaping in Detroit.

This second-story addition to an already 'picture perfect' Naples home presented many challenges. The main tension between adding the many 'must haves' the client wanted on their second floor, but at the same time not overwhelming the first floor. Working with David Benner of Safety Harbor Builders was key in the design and construction process – keeping the critical aesthetic elements in check. The owners were very 'detail oriented' and actively involved throughout the process. The result was adding 924 sq ft to the 1,600 sq ft home, with the addition of a large Bonus/Game Room, Guest Suite, 1-1/2 Baths and Laundry. But most importantly — the second floor is in complete harmony with the first, it looks as it was always meant to be that way. ©Energy Smart Home Plans, Safety Harbor Builders, Glenn Hettinger Photography

Functionality is critical in a laundry room, especially if you're tight on space. Having a sink, some counter space, enough cabinets to store detergent, softener etc..., and still having room to hang clothes can be tricky. the right products with the right layout make all the difference.

Wonderful Cambrian Area home renovation~ Design Matters of Los Gatos was able to provide critical path help to this client mid-construction. We completed the styling and specifications of the kitchen, entry, dining and family room areas including designing and providing all of the furnishings and window coverings to complement the new spaces.

This property came with a house which proved ill-matched to our clients’ needs but which nestled neatly amid beautiful live oaks. In choosing to commission a new home, they asked that it also tuck under the limbs of the oaks and maintain a subdued presence to the street. Extraordinary efforts such as cantilevered floors and even bridging over critical root zones allow the design to be truly fitted to the site and to co-exist with the trees, the grandest of which is the focal point of the entry courtyard. Of equal importance to the trees and view was to provide, conversely, for walls to display 35 paintings and numerous books. From form to smallest detail, the house is quiet and subtle.

Custom Kitchen Banquette built by James River Remodeling LLC. Every 1/16 of an inch was critical in this design because the space was small. Seat cushions are upholstered to boards that snap into the unit to keep them secured and removable for cleaning.

Constructed with a cedar rain screen and a parametric facade made of wavy white metal designed by Mario. The rain screen doubles as a low-energy heat and moisture protectant, while the white metal façade wraps around the corners of the building for an innovative continuous ribbon experience critical to Mario's vision - See more at: https://marioromano.squarespace.com/advancedbuilding/2015/1/27/20th#sthash.HFsWXkcB.dpuf

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Blue two-story board and batten exterior home idea with a shingle roof and a red roof

CURB APPEAL is critical! Home staging is not all about the interior. The exterior creates the buyer's first impression of a home. Shrubs trimmed, weeds pulled, sidewalks and porches swept, mulch fresh and fluffed, lawn neat and trim. We create vignettes - or imagined scenarios that create possibilities in the buyer's mind - like relaxing on the front deck enjoying the view.

Inspiration for a transitional bedroom remodel in DC Metro

Preparations phase is critical in ensuring a long-lasting, quality job. We repaired the trim and stucco on this beautiful house and gave it a fresh exterior paint job with a coat of primer and two coats of Dunn Edwards paint.