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Mid-century modern kitchen photo in Chicago

Photo: Rachel Loewen © 2018 Houzz
Example of a 1960s staircase design in Chicago

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Inspiration for a mid-century modern kitchen remodel in Chicago

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Pool - mid-sized coastal pool idea in New York

Inspiration for a large modern master light wood floor bedroom remodel in Dallas with brown walls and no fireplace

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1950s exterior home idea in Chicago

As designers, we have a responsibility to honor the planet we extract precious materials from. One of the best ways that we can do this is by creating spaces that are timeless in their aesthetic, eliminating the desire to tear out and replace what is still in great physical condition.⁠ ⁠ We used Missouri-mined @phenixmarble extensively throughout the interior and exterior of the Oakwood Residence. The seamless vanity, custom depressed arch, wall base, and shower feature fossilized Fleuri slabs while the floor, wall, and ceiling tile feature various sizes of Napoleon Gray marble.⁠ ⁠ Our hope is that this beautiful natural stone serves many generations of homeowners over its lifetime.⁠ Plumbing fixtures are Kohler Components. Switches and outlets are Legrand Adorne. Decorative lighting by Rejuvenation. Custom walnut cabinetry. Custom marble tile, countertop, sinks, and wall base in Phenix Fleuri and Napoleon Gray.

Photo: Rachel Loewen © 2018 Houzz
1960s exterior home idea in Chicago

Inspiration for a timeless formal and enclosed dark wood floor living room remodel in New York with blue walls and a standard fireplace

Photo: Rachel Loewen © 2018 Houzz
Staircase - 1950s staircase idea in Chicago

Photo: Rachel Loewen © 2018 Houzz
1960s staircase photo in Chicago

Photo: Rachel Loewen © 2018 Houzz
Inspiration for a 1960s exterior home remodel in Chicago

Trendy concrete floor entryway photo in Boston

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Inspiration for a mid-century modern powder room remodel in Chicago

The site for this waterfront residence is located on the Great Neck Peninsula, facing west to views of NYC and the borough bridges. When purchased, there existed a 50-year-old house and pool structurally condemned which required immediate removal. Once the site was cleared, a year was devoted to stabilizing the seawall and hill to accommodate the newly proposed home. The lot size, shape and relationship to an easement access road, overlaid with strict zoning regulations was a key factor in the organization of the client’s program elements. The arc contour of the easement road and required setback informed the front facade shape, which was designed as a privacy screen, as adjacent homes are in close proximity. Due to strict height requirements the house from the street appears to be one story and then steps down the hill allowing for three fully occupiable floors. The local jurisdiction also granted special approval accepting the design of the garage, within the front set back, as its roof is level with the roadbed and fully landscaped. A path accesses a hidden door to the bedroom level of the house. The garage is accessed through a semicircular driveway that leads to a depressed entry courtyard, offering privacy to the main entrance. The configuration of the home is a U-shape surrounding a rear courtyard. This shape, along with suspended pods assures water views to all occupants while not compromising privacy from the adjacent homes. The house is constructed on a steel frame, clad with fiber cement, resin panels and an aluminum curtain wall system. All roofs are accessible as either decks or landscaped garden areas. The lower level accesses decks, an outdoor kitchen, and pool area which are perched on the edge of the upper retaining wall.

Farmhouse light wood floor and beige floor bedroom photo in Seattle with gray walls

Family room - traditional family room idea in Phoenix

Photo: Rachel Loewen © 2018 Houzz
Inspiration for a 1960s kitchen remodel in Chicago

Kitchen - transitional kitchen idea in Los Angeles