Example of a huge country brown two-story wood exterior home design in New York

This whole-house renovation was the third perennial design iteration for the owner in three decades. The first was a modest cabin. The second added a main level bedroom suite. The third, and most recent, reimagined the entire layout of the original cabin by relocating the kitchen, living , dining and guest/away spaces to prioritize views of a nearby glacial lake with minimal expansion. A vindfang (a functional interpretation of a Norwegian entry chamber) and cantilevered window bay were the only additions to transform this former cabin into an elegant year-round home. Photographed by Spacecrafting

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Cottage dining room photo in San Francisco

Large windows framed by neutral drapery allow light to flood the room, while the sculptural copper chandelier adds an unexpected focal point. Layered lighting design ensures that the room can transition from daytime brightness to evening intimacy with ease. Photography by Francis Augustine

Overthinking a situation isn’t always a bad thing, particularly when the home in question is one in which the past is suddenly meeting the present. Originally designed by Finnish architect Olav Hammarstrom in 1952 for fellow architect Eero Saarinen, this unique home recently received its first transformation in decades. Still in its 1950s skin, it was completely gutted, inside and out. It was a serious undertaking, as the homeowner wanted modern upgrades, while keeping an eye toward retaining the home’s 1950s charm. She had a vision for her home, and she stuck to it from beginning to end. Perched on a rise of land and overlooking the tranquil Wellfleet Herring Pond, the home initially appears split, with the guest house on the left, and the main house of the right, but both ends are connected with a breezeway. The original home’s bones were in good shape, but many upgrades and replacements were necessary to bring the house up to date. New siding, roofing, gutters, insulation and mechanical systems were all replaced. Doors and windows with metal frames were custom made by a company in Long Island that fabricates doors for office buildings. Modern heating and cooling systems were added, and the three bathrooms were all updated. The footprint of the home remained unchanged. Inside, the only expansion was more closet space. The attention to detail in retaining the 50s-style look took a lot of online searching, from handles and knobs to lighting fixtures, with bits and pieces arriving from all over the world, including a doorstop from New Zealand. The homeowner selected many of the fixtures herself, while a very detail-oriented foreman exhaustively researched as well, looking for just the right piece for each and every location. High-end appliances were purchased to modernize the kitchen and all of the old cabinetry was removed, replaced and refaced with NUVACOR, a versatile surfacing material that not only provided a sleek, modern look, but added convenience and ease of use. Bare, wood-beamed ceilings throughout give a nod to the home’s natural surroundings, while the main living area (formerly a fisherman’s cabin), with a brick fireplace, was completely trimmed in walnut, while multiple windows of varying sizes welcome sunlight to brighten the home. Here, the sheetrock ceiling with faux rafters provides an interesting and room-brightening feature. Behind the house sits the serene pond, which can now be enjoyed from the stunning new deck. Here, decking material was not laid out side by side, as it typically is but, instead, meticulously laid out on edge, creating an unusual and eye-catching effect. A railing of tempered glass panels allows unobstructed views of the surrounding natural beauty, and keeps consistent with the open, airy feel of the place. A new outdoor shower is accessible via the deck and left open to the wilderness and the pond below, completing the bold yet sophisticated feeling of this retro-modern home.

This whole-house renovation was the third perennial design iteration for the owner in three decades. The first was a modest cabin. The second added a main level bedroom suite. The third, and most recent, reimagined the entire layout of the original cabin by relocating the kitchen, living , dining and guest/away spaces to prioritize views of a nearby glacial lake with minimal expansion. A vindfang (a functional interpretation of a Norwegian entry chamber) and cantilevered window bay were the only additions to transform this former cabin into an elegant year-round home. Photographed by Spacecrafting

Single front door - mid-century modern brick floor single front door idea in Raleigh with a blue front door

For this metal roof installation, we replaced the home's existing slate roof. Slate tends to last for decades and decades, so longevity and durability were crucial for this project. Our standing seam metal roofing was the ideal choice for the job.

Tower Lighting's custom Decade Lantern - the large scale is simple and dramatic for the 10-foot ceilings. www.TowerLighting.com
Transitional dining room photo in Chicago

Ready for another design-inspired escape?! This bathroom remodel in Nashville, Tennessee was transformed into this decadent and clean-lined luxury. Not to mention, free of unnecessary clutter due to the custom cabinets providing extra storage space in the bathroom as well as a complete re-organization and installation of the adjacent closet. Even the enlarged door frame with french doors leading into the closest was implemented so that while preparing for the day, there would be plenty of access as the two are getting ready. Double under-mount sinks were also installed in the marble countertops providing stress free mornings with plenty of vanity space. The marble accent wall behind the tub accentuates a formal appearance as well as protecting the wall as you use the spray tub shower wand. The same marble on the accent wall was used for the benches in the shower tying the two rooms together in this decadent design. Be sure to notice the multiple shower heads installed in the shower for the rejuvenating spa.

Photo: Caroline Sharpnack © 2018 Houzz
Living room - eclectic living room idea in Nashville

Ready for another design-inspired escape?! This bathroom remodel in Nashville, Tennessee was transformed into this decadent and clean-lined luxury. Not to mention, free of unnecessary clutter due to the custom cabinets providing extra storage space in the bathroom as well as a complete re-organization and installation of the adjacent closet. Even the enlarged door frame with french doors leading into the closest was implemented so that while preparing for the day, there would be plenty of access as the two are getting ready. Double under-mount sinks were also installed in the marble countertops providing stress free mornings with plenty of vanity space. The marble accent wall behind the tub accentuates a formal appearance as well as protecting the wall as you use the spray tub shower wand. The same marble on the accent wall was used for the benches in the shower tying the two rooms together in this decadent design. Be sure to notice the multiple shower heads installed in the shower for the rejuvenating spa.

Ready for another design-inspired escape?! This bathroom remodel in Nashville, Tennessee was transformed into this decadent and clean-lined luxury. Not to mention, free of unnecessary clutter due to the custom cabinets providing extra storage space in the bathroom as well as a complete re-organization and installation of the adjacent closet. Even the enlarged door frame with french doors leading into the closest was implemented so that while preparing for the day, there would be plenty of access as the two are getting ready. Double under-mount sinks were also installed in the marble countertops providing stress free mornings with plenty of vanity space. The marble accent wall behind the tub accentuates a formal appearance as well as protecting the wall as you use the spray tub shower wand. The same marble on the accent wall was used for the benches in the shower tying the two rooms together in this decadent design. Be sure to notice the multiple shower heads installed in the shower for the rejuvenating spa.

DESIGNER SCREEN SHADES Fabric/Material: Barista Color: Decadence
Inspiration for a modern concrete floor and exposed beam living room remodel in Albuquerque with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

While renovating the master bedroom last year, the Mohrmans replaced the fireplace surround with white ceramic tile. Placed in a herringbone pattern, the tile and dark grout work together to lend a period feel to the room. As with many renovations, there were some surprises along the way. "From what we could tell the mantle had never been removed", Chelsea explains. "We removed the mantle and found bits and pieces of photos, ticket stubs, coins, etc that had fallen back there over the years. Some of the items were dated back to the 1930’s." Being the eighth owners of the home, it was hard to tell whether there was something there from every previous owner, "... but we gathered it all, placed it in a tin, added our own piece, and placed it back inside the mantle as a time capsule for future owners to find in decades to come."

Designed using Trex Transcend decking in Spiced Rum – a is a warm, earthy umber featuring subtle shading and natural shade variations creating distinctive hardwood-like streaking and intense, tropical hues that will retain its lush looks for decades, Trex Transcend Vintage Lantern – a deep-burnished bronze with Old World elegance and Trex Transcend railing.

This is an example of a coastal porch design in Minneapolis.

Photo by Gillean Proctor
Photo of a contemporary landscaping in Vancouver.