Nestled on the shoreline of Windang, Ocean is a statement of refined coastal living, designed and built by CKS Projects, the Illawarra’s leading luxury home builder. This architectural home blends timeless design, sustainable construction, and effortless connection to the sea. Every line, material, and finish has been thoughtfully chosen to capture the essence of oceanfront life — light, space, and serenity. From its panoramic glass façade framing uninterrupted coastal views to the custom joinery and natural textures throughout, Ocean celebrates the meeting point of modern luxury and relaxed seaside warmth. High-performance glazing, engineered steel framing, and energy-efficient systems deliver 7-star comfort and durability in the demanding coastal environment, ensuring this home will stand strong for generations. At CKS Projects, we take pride in crafting homes that are as functional as they are beautiful — and Ocean, Windang is no exception. It’s a seamless collaboration between builder, designer, and client; a reflection of craftsmanship, precision, and the distinctive coastal lifestyle that defines the Illawarra region.

This 1,800s.f. Passive House is designed to harmonize with its peaceful, wooded site. The interior is organized around a large south opening to a courtyard-like patio space; as a backdrop to this opening is a wall featuring walnut from trees harvested on site. As a Passive House, it uses about a tenth the heating energy of a built-to-code home. As a Source Zero house, monitored results show it uses 86% less energy overall including all household energy use and electric car charging. Indoor air quality and occupant health are a primary objective as well, so no-added-formaldehyde panel materials, no-VOC, non-toxic paints, and Greenguard certified sealants, caulks, and adhesives were used along with a continuous demand-controlled ventilation system to provide superior air quality.

This homeowner came to Ridgewood Home Construction with a clear vision: soapstone countertops, distinctive cabinet hardware, high-end appliances, and a kitchen built to handle daily use, not just look good in photos. The challenge was bringing that specific, high-end aesthetic into a historic downtown home without it feeling out of place. Ridgewood Home Construction worked through every detail with the homeowner to get it right, from Brighton cabinetry to a dramatic soapstone countertop paired with a classic white sink. A carefully chosen tile backsplash, updated plumbing and lighting fixtures, and a fresh coat of paint completed the space. Each element was selected to withstand the everyday demands of a chef’s kitchen, while respecting the character of the surrounding home. The result is a kitchen that matches the homeowner's vision and the rhythm of a home where cooking happens often, all while staying true to the historic charm downtown Rockford is known for.

The backbone of the entire design is the multilevel paver system — installed using Belgard pavers, the professional-grade hardscape brand trusted by premium landscape contractors across North America for their durability, freeze-thaw resistance, and the quality of their surface and color consistency. Belgard pavers were selected for this project because this backyard needed to perform at the highest level — aesthetically and structurally — through Utah's demanding seasonal range. The multilevel layout creates distinct zones at different grades: an upper entertaining level, a main patio zone, and the sunken spa level below. Each level transitions to the next through precisely constructed steps and retaining wall elements, all in the same Belgard material palette, creating visual continuity across the full space. As a CMHA-certified contractor in pavers, Chopper Landscaping's paver installation standards go beyond surface appearance. Base preparation, drainage engineering, edge restraint specification, and compaction standards ensure that the Belgard paver system performs for decades — not just looks good on installation day.

This 35' × 44' single-slip timber frame boathouse on Clearwater Bay (Lake of the Woods, Ontario) showcases the sleek, modern capabilities of heavy timber architecture. Designed in-house by Cornerstone Timberframes and completed in 2021, the White Pine structure features a minimalist 1/12 pitch single-slope roof and clean, linear drop-cut rafter profiles that create sharp, refined shadow lines. Engineered for a demanding waterfront environment, the timber columns are anchored to a steel I-beam dock substructure using concealed 3/8-inch steel knife blade connectors embedded directly into the concrete deck. Integrated lighting above the main beams illuminates the geometry of the frame at night, transforming this functional dock shelter into a striking, contemporary lakeside landmark.

Expert precision wallpaper hanging services engineered for intricate interior layouts, high-end residential estates, and demanding commercial environments. Specializing in flawless alignment, zero-tolerance seam matching, and the meticulous installation of delicate, heavy-duty, and specialty wallcoverings where structural accuracy is paramount. As a master wallpaper hanger and technical installation specialist, every project is executed with exacting standards and advanced methodologies. Our process incorporates comprehensive substrate preparation, drywall smoothing, specialized surface priming, vertical and horizontal laser-plumb calibration, and precise pattern continuation across complex architectural features, custom millwork, and multi-angle surfaces. Delivered with razor-sharp trim lines, tight imperceptible seams, and a flawless bubble-free finish, we ensure absolute structural and aesthetic integrity on every installation.

The backbone of the entire design is the multilevel paver system — installed using Belgard pavers, the professional-grade hardscape brand trusted by premium landscape contractors across North America for their durability, freeze-thaw resistance, and the quality of their surface and color consistency. Belgard pavers were selected for this project because this backyard needed to perform at the highest level — aesthetically and structurally — through Utah's demanding seasonal range. The multilevel layout creates distinct zones at different grades: an upper entertaining level, a main patio zone, and the sunken spa level below. Each level transitions to the next through precisely constructed steps and retaining wall elements, all in the same Belgard material palette, creating visual continuity across the full space. As a CMHA-certified contractor in pavers, Chopper Landscaping's paver installation standards go beyond surface appearance. Base preparation, drainage engineering, edge restraint specification, and compaction standards ensure that the Belgard paver system performs for decades — not just looks good on installation day.

Nestled on the shoreline of Windang, Ocean is a statement of refined coastal living, designed and built by CKS Projects, the Illawarra’s leading luxury home builder. This architectural home blends timeless design, sustainable construction, and effortless connection to the sea. Every line, material, and finish has been thoughtfully chosen to capture the essence of oceanfront life — light, space, and serenity. From its panoramic glass façade framing uninterrupted coastal views to the custom joinery and natural textures throughout, Ocean celebrates the meeting point of modern luxury and relaxed seaside warmth. High-performance glazing, engineered steel framing, and energy-efficient systems deliver 7-star comfort and durability in the demanding coastal environment, ensuring this home will stand strong for generations. At CKS Projects, we take pride in crafting homes that are as functional as they are beautiful — and Ocean, Windang is no exception. It’s a seamless collaboration between builder, designer, and client; a reflection of craftsmanship, precision, and the distinctive coastal lifestyle that defines the Illawarra region.

Home to a family of five, this Kentfield residence began as a kitchen remodel and quickly progressed into a full home renovation. By reconfiguring the interior architecture, we created a floorplan that best accommodates the demands of modern family life. To unite the home’s traditional exterior with its interiors, we added classic architectural details such as trim and coffered ceilings throughout. Longtime fans of Annie’s work, the homeowners were keen on making bold design decisions for a lasting impact, from the yellow wallpapered entryway to the gray lacquered office. The result is a bespoke residence that truly reflects the energy and warmth of the happy family that calls it home.

Expert precision wallpaper hanging services engineered for intricate interior layouts, high-end residential estates, and demanding commercial environments. Specializing in flawless alignment, zero-tolerance seam matching, and the meticulous installation of delicate, heavy-duty, and specialty wallcoverings where structural accuracy is paramount. As a master wallpaper hanger and technical installation specialist, every project is executed with exacting standards and advanced methodologies. Our process incorporates comprehensive substrate preparation, drywall smoothing, specialized surface priming, vertical and horizontal laser-plumb calibration, and precise pattern continuation across complex architectural features, custom millwork, and multi-angle surfaces. Delivered with razor-sharp trim lines, tight imperceptible seams, and a flawless bubble-free finish, we ensure absolute structural and aesthetic integrity on every installation.

Home to a family of five, this Kentfield residence began as a kitchen remodel and quickly progressed into a full home renovation. By reconfiguring the interior architecture, we created a floorplan that best accommodates the demands of modern family life. To unite the home’s traditional exterior with its interiors, we added classic architectural details such as trim and coffered ceilings throughout. Longtime fans of Annie’s work, the homeowners were keen on making bold design decisions for a lasting impact, from the yellow wallpapered entryway to the gray lacquered office. The result is a bespoke residence that truly reflects the energy and warmth of the happy family that calls it home.

Nestled on the shoreline of Windang, Ocean is a statement of refined coastal living, designed and built by CKS Projects, the Illawarra’s leading luxury home builder. This architectural home blends timeless design, sustainable construction, and effortless connection to the sea. Every line, material, and finish has been thoughtfully chosen to capture the essence of oceanfront life — light, space, and serenity. From its panoramic glass façade framing uninterrupted coastal views to the custom joinery and natural textures throughout, Ocean celebrates the meeting point of modern luxury and relaxed seaside warmth. High-performance glazing, engineered steel framing, and energy-efficient systems deliver 7-star comfort and durability in the demanding coastal environment, ensuring this home will stand strong for generations. At CKS Projects, we take pride in crafting homes that are as functional as they are beautiful — and Ocean, Windang is no exception. It’s a seamless collaboration between builder, designer, and client; a reflection of craftsmanship, precision, and the distinctive coastal lifestyle that defines the Illawarra region.

Paterson of Oldmeldrum masterfully transformed a challenging turret space into a luxurious bespoke whisky room. This custom design required extensive planning, utilising SketchUp to visualise the final result. The 2.2-meter diameter turret, previously a cramped entrance, demanded creative bespoke furniture solutions. We meticulously crafted curved and radial units from natural oak, recreating the space in our workshop to ensure a perfect fit. The intricate project included integrated lighting provisions, with concealed cable pathways. After manufacturing, the entire installation was lacquered for a flawless finish. On-site installation required exceptional precision, with our team expertly adjusting the units to fit within a 2-millimeter tolerance. This luxury room design showcases our expertise in bespoke craftsmanship and fitted furniture, demonstrating our ability to overcome complex spatial challenges. The whisky room now serves as a stunning focal point, highlighting our dedication to quality craftsmanship and client satisfaction.

The backbone of the entire design is the multilevel paver system — installed using Belgard pavers, the professional-grade hardscape brand trusted by premium landscape contractors across North America for their durability, freeze-thaw resistance, and the quality of their surface and color consistency. Belgard pavers were selected for this project because this backyard needed to perform at the highest level — aesthetically and structurally — through Utah's demanding seasonal range. The multilevel layout creates distinct zones at different grades: an upper entertaining level, a main patio zone, and the sunken spa level below. Each level transitions to the next through precisely constructed steps and retaining wall elements, all in the same Belgard material palette, creating visual continuity across the full space. As a CMHA-certified contractor in pavers, Chopper Landscaping's paver installation standards go beyond surface appearance. Base preparation, drainage engineering, edge restraint specification, and compaction standards ensure that the Belgard paver system performs for decades — not just looks good on installation day.

For a family who believes fitness is not only an essential part of life but also a fun opportunity for the whole family to connect, build and achieve greatness together there is nothing better than a custom designed obstacle course right in your back yard. THEME The theme of this half mile trail through the woods is evident in the fun, creative and all-inclusive obstacles hidden in the natural flow of the land around this amazing family home. The course was created with adults and children, advanced and beginner athletes, competitive and entertaining events all accounted for. Each of the 13 obstacles was designed to be challenging no matter the size, skill or ability of the athlete lucky enough to run the course. FOCUS The focus for this family was to create an outdoor adventure that could be an athletic, social and personal outlet for their entire family while maintaining the natural beauty of the landscape and without altering the sweeping views from the home. The large scale of the challenging obstacles is camouflaged within the landscape using the rolling hills and mature trees as a natural curtain in every season. The beauty of the course does not diminish the functional and demanding nature of the obstacles which are designed to focus on multiple strength, agility, and cardio fitness abilities and intensities. STORAGE The start of the trail includes a raised training area offering a dedicated space clear from the ground to place bags, mats and other equipment used during the run. A small all-terrain storage cart was provided for use with 6 yoga mats, 3 medicine balls of various weights, rings, sprinting cones, and a large digital timer to record laps. GROWTH The course was designed to provide an athletic and fun challenge for children, teens and adults no matter their experience or athletic prowess. This course offers competitive athletes a challenge and budding athletes an opportunity to experience and ignite their passion for physical activity. Initially the concept for the course was focused on the youngest of the family however as the design grew so did the obstacles and now it is a true family experience that will meet their adapting needs for years. Each obstacle is paired with an instructional sign directing the runners in proper use of the obstacle, adaptations for skill levels and tips on form. These signs are all customized for this course and are printed on metal to ensure they last for many years. SAFETY Safety is crucial for all physical activity and an obstacle course of this scale presents unique safety concerns. Children should always be supervised when participating in an adventure on the course however additional care was paid to details on the course to ensure everyone has a great time. All of the course obstacles have been created with pressure treated lumber that will withstand the seasonal poundings. All footer pilings that support obstacles have been placed into the ground between 3 to 4 feet (.9 to 1.2 meters) and each piling has 2 to 3 bags of concrete (totaling over 90 bags used throughout the course) ensuring stability of the structure and safety of the participants. Additionally, all obstacle lumber has been given rounded corners and sanded down offering less splintering and more time for everyone to enjoy the course. This athletic and charismatic family strives to incorporate a healthy active lifestyle into their daily life and this obstacle course offers their family an opportunity to strengthen themselves and host some memorable and active events at their amazing home.

This main floor remodel in Lenexa, Kansas, was the third phase of a full-home transformation for our longtime clients. After previously renovating their basement and primary bathroom, they invited us back to reimagine the heart of their home with fresh perspective and elevated function. The entryway was completely transformed from a builder-basic pass-through into a bright, welcoming focal point that sets the tone for the entire main floor. In the kitchen, we reworked the layout to improve flow and maximize storage, while introducing timeless finishes and thoughtful details that now carry throughout the home. The family room was redesigned to feel warm, cohesive, and connected—complete with custom built-ins and a refreshed fireplace. We also converted the former laundry room into a fully functional prep kitchen, and redesigned the mudroom to meet the demands of daily life without compromising style. This project reflects a balance of beauty, utility, and personal expression, with every space tailored to support how this family lives and gathers in their home.

A single Weathered Antique timber sourced directly from a 19th or early 20th century barn runs above the window bank of this contemporary dining nook, its unique sawn faces and naturally aged patina in deep espresso brown tones adding warmth and history to a clean neutral interior. This application shows how a single reclaimed timber can serve as a decorative header beam, framing a window wall with architectural character without demanding a full beam ceiling. Wide plank reclaimed wood flooring from Manomin Resawn Timbers sets a gorgeous foundation underfoot, its warm light oak tones grounding the space and complementing the dark timber above. Whether you are a homebuilder, a home remodeling contractor, or a homeowner, Manomin Resawn Timbers has been helping people discover the antique charm of reclaimed wood since 2002. Visit our showroom in Hugo, MN or reach out to us with a call or a message.

This kitchen remodel was all about transformation—turning a dark, outdated space into a warm and inviting hub that perfectly balances function and style. For this blended family, the goal was to create a kitchen that reflected both clients' unique styles, merging industrial and modern elements while maintaining consistency with the surrounding spaces. Storage and organization were key priorities, ensuring the kitchen could handle the demands of a bustling household. Working alongside our designer, Vicki, the clients crafted a space that not only meets their practical needs but also embodies their vision. With a big family and a love for cooking and entertaining, the homeowners wanted a space that felt like their own private restaurant—stylish yet welcoming, with rich wood tones, striking contrast, and plenty of character. The end result? A beautifully curated kitchen that seamlessly blends form and function based on the clients’ vision. Additionally, we installed LVT flooring, which combines the beauty of wood grain with the practicality of easy maintenance for our clients. Every detail, from the thoughtfully placed pendant lighting to the functional layout of the cabinetry, enhances the kitchen’s usability and charm.

As fine manufactures of custom cast stone fireplace mantels, kitchen hoods, columns, panels, fire pit tables, ornamental plaster moulding, customized feature mouldings, and 3D wall panels Omega is confident to have products to suit every cast stone and plaster need. Offering custom solutions for both indoor and outdoor, Omega has achieved and maintained its success by the ability to accommodate virtually all consumer demands and fulfilling all specialized requirements. Along with the standard line of cast stone mantels and kitchen hoods, Omega works closely with both residential and commercial industries, architects and designers alike , providing product solutions ranging from classical to contemporary for unique customized products.