The goal for this mid-century home was to exploit the best features of the property, taking advantage of views, the dramatic light, the potential for an incredible indoor-outdoor experience and the mid-century bones of the house. When we first visited the property, I was struck by the potential for a beautiful mountain view that was currently cut off by a low ceiling height in the main living area. Raising the roof of the main living area became the largest gesture in our scope of work. The former chopped-up side entry and tiny kitchen were combined to make a long, generous kitchen and built-in banquette. The original rhombus-shaped pool was kept, restored and lined with Ann Sacks tiles. In the center of the action, we conceived a large floating desk surface suspended from a black metal screen to define the space and allow filtered light and views to pass between. The clients were drawn to clean lines, pared-down details and highly disciplined palettes of white, grey and matte black. We generally opted for deep, muted colors balanced with crisp white, adding textures to create patterns with the shifting daylight throughout the house. This soothing collection of finishes playing with light and shadow would achieve a peaceful and elegant home that would stand the test of time and honor the landscape of the surrounding area. ​ Photography: Douglas Friedman

Inspiration for a coastal light wood floor and beige floor living room remodel in San Francisco with white walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Transitional master gray tile drop-in bathtub photo in Indianapolis with gray walls and marble countertops

Casey Dunn Photography
Entryway - large country light wood floor and beige floor entryway idea in Houston with a glass front door and white walls

Inspiration for a rustic landscaping in Portland.

Small cottage backyard gravel patio vegetable garden photo in Bridgeport with no cover

Scott Braman Photography
Inspiration for a craftsman two-story wood exterior home remodel in DC Metro

Eric Roth Photography
Example of a minimalist light wood floor entryway design in Boston with white walls and a white front door

The homeowners desired an outdoor space that felt more rustic than their refined interior spaces, but still related architecturally to their house. Cement plaster support arbor columns provide enough of visual tie to the existing house exterior. Oversized wood beams and rafter members provide a unique outdoor atmosphere. Structural bolts and hardware were minimized for a cleaner appearance. Structural connections and supports were engineered to meet California's stringent earthquake standards. Ali Atri Photography

When we work on a private residence, we take every care to understand and respect that this is not just a property, structure or set of blueprints. This is your home. We listen first, working with your vision and sense of style, but combining your ideas with our extensive knowledge of finishes, materials and how to consider every last detail in order to create an overall look and feel that will really "wow."

This beautiful bathroom features cement tiles (from Cement Tile Shop) on the floors with an infinity drain a custom frameless shower door and custom lighting. Vanity is Signature Hardware, and mirror is from Pottery Barn.

Spacious front porch to watch all the kids play on the cul de sac! Michael Lipman Photography
Inspiration for a timeless gray two-story wood exterior home remodel in Chicago

Barry Grossman Photography
Example of a trendy white floor living room design in Miami with a ribbon fireplace

The bungalow after renovation. You can see two of the upper gables that were added but still fit the size and feel of the home. Soft green siding color with gray sash allows the blue of the door to pop. Photography by Josh Vick

Transitional bathroom photo in Louisville

The front of the home had been completely bastardized so we lowered the front cover to create an impressive entry with welcoming front porch.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional concrete front porch remodel in Los Angeles

Example of a transitional open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room design in Atlanta with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Inspiration for a mid-sized mid-century modern concrete floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Los Angeles with white walls

Elegant entryway photo in Philadelphia