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Safferstone InteriorsDennis and Joe have a large, light-filled house. New construction meant lofted space and open floor plans with traditional styling. Running a busy dental practice by day and engaged in a rich social life by night, this couple needed a professional to take the lead on making their house a home.
That’s my cue!
They wanted to take risks, and stay away from “matchy-matchy”. We gussied up a plain ol’ TV room and gave it a healthy dose of luxury.
Our plan was initially inspired by an abstract painting hanging over their stone fireplace. We brought in their love of the outdoors to make things cozy and used family furniture whenever possible for nostalgia and comfort.
I took their love for one-of-a-kind objects and started making a design plan, aiming to solve their biggest frustration: the family room. They had a tortured relationship with a “forgotten family room,” a great space that was spacious and bright, but not at all cozy or joyful, and certainly not “them.”
I wanted to create a cozy space functional for everyday curling up with puppies and watching TV after dinner, yet chic enough for hosting the pre-dinner kitchen overflow and cocktails during parties.
I went looking for contrasting textures and materials. I wanted to balance patterns and scale, and use non-traditional colors as neutrals to create an overall sense of “BAM!”
Dennis and Joe loved the nod to the classics juxtaposed with new and different globally-inspired pieces. For this project our design aesthetic can be described as Middle Eastern/tribal meets mid-century modern. We played to their sensible side with proportion and balance, and stayed as far away from boring/bleh as we could.
You could say this room was pretty successful...It was featured in DC Modern Luxury. (#nobigdeal, right?)
From there we moved on to other spaces.. We added colorful pillows and sheer drapery to finish off their formal living room. We kept an inherited bedroom set from Dennis’ Mom and added color, draperies, and pillows to overhaul the guest bedroom.
Their project was not a rip-and-replace, we weren’t starting from scratch with a blank piece of paper.
Rather, our goal was to take what was already there and make it better, more like them. Using functionality first, we focused on giving the house a soothing, joyful aesthetic. We upped the chic factor by a gajillion and helped them find their ‘happy’ at home. See more Safferstone stuff at www.safferstone.com. Connect with us on Facebook, get inspired on Pinterest, and share modern musings on life & design on Instagram. Or, send us a love note at hello@safferstone.com.
Photo: Angie Seckinger
Ashton RenovationsThe original ensuite bathroom in this condominium required renovations to replace problematic Kitec plumbing. The layout in the space remained the same, but improvements were made to address certain design challenges with lighting, automation, and space. The aim was to create a modern bathroom design with textured wood features, and the feel of metallic black accents.
A number of prominent changes were made to improve the use of space. The original entry, a left-handed door swinging into the bathroom, was replaced. It interfered with the vanity clear floor space. It also made the use of the bathroom difficult when two users were present. It was changed to a soft closing pocket door. To avoid losing space it was installed by creating a wall cavity on the outside of the bathroom. This door also included frosted glass panels to allow natural light into the space. Double sliding glass shower doors were also installed to address access issues to the shower valve.
Storage improvements included the installation of dual inset medicine cabinets, and pull out drawers within the wall hung vanity. The depth of the medicine cabinets were extended outwards, and this nice detail was finished with a textured wood finish. The addition of the wall hung vanity also created the feeling of more space beneath the units and allowed for under cabinet lighting.
Lighting and automation improvements included the addition of HUE LED lighting. This was done by installing two shower pot lights, a 6” main potlight, and under cabinet lighting. These are all controlled by the Philips Hue App that programs routines, scenes, and other settings.
Some of the other highlights of this modern bathroom include dark grout, which contrasts nicely with the elongated white tile, a thermostatic shower system, herringbone textured porcelain floor tile, and a Schluter Kerdi waterproofing shower system. This bathroom is made most unique though with the choice of wallpaper, which can be described as modern luxury, a graphic take on agate stone patterns with metallic embellishments.
Century Stair CompanyThere is only one way to describe this staircase: seamless. Red oak treads set against white risers and white curved stringers create a quiet palette, while the black wood handrail and plain round metal balusters add a modern contrast. Together, these elements spiral up the three levels to the skylight above. More sculptural than typical, this contemporary multilevel curve has the feel of a European villa.
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Studio LandscapeNestled near the rear of a beautiful oak grove in Libbey Park, Libbey Bowl has been described by artists and audience members alike as being an almost enchanted venue. The seamless blend of its natural surroundings with the modern production amenities of this facility makes the experience of attending an event in Libbey Bowl a magical experience. With a fixed seating capacity of 973, every seat has an excellent view of the stage. In addition to the fixed seating, there is also a beautiful lawn area overlooking the bowl that can accommodate between 200-300 audience members lounging on their picnic blankets.
The Bowl hosts the renowned Ojai Music Festival each June, as well as a live commercial concert series, a storytelling festival, and a wide range of free community events, films, and talks.
Kimberley BryanPhoto: Kimberley Bryan © 2014 Houzz
Example of an eclectic enclosed family room design in Seattle with a music area and yellow walls
Example of an eclectic enclosed family room design in Seattle with a music area and yellow walls
Bohemia Del MarBohemia Del Mar are professional Wedding Photographers in Orange County, Southern California.They are available for work throughout Southern California and for international destination weddings. Their work has been described as light, fun and authentic.
John Cannon HomesThe Tindarra with its open great room plan features elegant and eclectic detailing in every room. A combination of coastal and mid-century modern architecture best describes the design elements found at the homes’ exterior, beginning with the glass, pivoting door at the entry.
Inside, this 3 bedroom, 4 baths, 3,608 SF home the mid-century design influences are inspired by both contemporary and transitional finishes and furnishings throughout the home. Light washed oak wood flooring sets the base for the dynamic and bold finishes, including intricate wall and ceiling treatments found in the home. The master suite leads out to a private, walled courtyard and both guest bedrooms feature en-suite baths. In addition to the pivoting glass entry door, the home features innovative bi-fold sliding glass doors and an interior stacking frameless glass door leading to the bonus room and outdoor living areas complete with summer kitchen, pool, spa and sundeck.
Woodling Landscape DesignLarge, historic home from the 1930's overlooking downtown Santa Cruz. My clients are self-described "plantaholics" and tend to buy many plants, only to have them die. They have an extensive gardening area and low water budget. Our main goal was to make the overall design cohesive between various areas of the garden while utilizing interesting and unusual plant selections - a very fun project for me! We removed over 3,000 square feet of traditional grass and replaced it with several lawn alternatives. The first is a walkable groundcover that uses a fraction of the water of regular grass (and can be seen here in several seasons, one of which has tiny flowers); The second is a California native grass that grows long (or can be kept short) and can tolerate some shade. Both of these are excellent choices for clients with children or dogs who want a green patch without using excessive water. My clients love plants from Australia and South Africa so plants from the Proteacea and other Southern Hemisphere beauties are used predominantly throughout the project. Clean, flowing water is so important for wildlife and the beautiful stone fountain is a constant gathering spot for birds and other animals. My clients are beyond thrilled with their gorgeous, nature-filled garden and ever-expanding plant knowledge.
Donald A. Gardner ArchitectsSprawling and luxurious are only a few of the words that come to mind when describing The San Martino. This rambling hillside-walkout estate is bursting with spacious common rooms and thoughtful private spaces. European elements adorn the exterior, while a three-car garage promotes convenience. Inside, a more than generous great room features a wall of windows to showcase impressive views. Nearby, a large kitchen and breakfast room boast ample sitting and countertop space, not to mention an adjacent octagonal sunroom with fireplace.
Kansas City Homes & Style MagazineThe stone columns and stone on the wall upon which the flat screen TV hangs are made of real quartz stone tile, which also is incorporated into the wine cellar to add a bit of sparkle. The hardwood floors throughout the lower level are maple with a grey stain finish and the ceiling beams in the living area are made of mahogany.
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Cashman Landscape Mgt & Design Inc.A retreat described as "Versailles" by our client. This project, one which started with a change in pool patio, evolved into a masterpiece of tranquility and luxury allowing our client to handle a wedding of over 300 people...
komandorCustom Hallway Cabinet by Komandor. Bright, White, Pristine with Clean Lines. How would you describe this? The ceiling lighting really accentuates the high gloss finish on this wardrobe. Long handles help to balance out the poportions on this floor to ceiling cabinet. Contact us for a complimentary 3D version of this fabulous cabinet for your home.
Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes"Perfection" is the only way you can describe this Bath sanctuary.
Owners of this prominent estate home were tired of their master bathroom and wanted major changes to this space.
They wanted a Master suite with high end Spa look, marble floors and walls, large shower, open space, private commode area, his and hers vanities, and lots of upscale amenities.
The master bedroom, and adjacent seating room need upgrading as well.
Our staff has suggested a large double door entrance to enter this master suite, new lighting throughout, eliminating columns and partition walls and adding coffer ceiling, built ins surrounding new fireplace and marble hearts.
The old window was replaced, a much bigger eyebrow picture window and couple casement side flange given a magnificent view of scenic backyard
The old bathroom was totally gutted, opened closed shower area to a large walk in stall with built in bench and frameless glass, state of art shower system all part of new amenities
An upscale free-standing tub surrounded with marble floors and walls.
To create their individual spaces, now they have high end vanities with built ins, framed mirrors and marble counter tops,
His and hers custom closet system have lots of organized space, and new wood floors to match rest of master suite space.
Picture perfect is what this sanctuary spa feels like for couple and they can't be any happier to retire to this space at the end of each busy day.
Duncan Kitchen & BathThe cabinets are Medallion Cabinetry and are described as Fletcher Maple Harbor Mist Distressed and Park Place Maple Eagle Rock. The Shoreline Countertops are made of quartz and are the color Kettlecove.
Kayla PearsonPhoto: Kayla Pearson © 2016 Houzz
Inspiration for a mid-century modern dining room remodel in Chicago
Inspiration for a mid-century modern dining room remodel in Chicago
JD DesignsJungalow, a word created by combining jungle and bungalow, describes a decorating style that has recently gained in popularity. The jungalow style focuses on comfort and coziness with a bold expression of colour. Plants are a big part of the jungalow design
Reico Kitchen & BathSheryl Manning of Reico Kitchen and Bath in Charlotte, NC, in collaboration with Lynn Schafer Interiors, designed a transitional kitchen design featuring Masterpiece cabinetry and Merillat cabinetry.
The kitchen perimeter and coffee bar cabinets highlight Merillat Classic in the door style Rowan with a Cotton finish. The kitchen island cabinets feature Masterpiece in the Sawyer door style with a Rainfall finish.
Additionally, the kitchen includes MSI Q Calacatta Miraggio Duo quartz countertops, a Splendours White 3x12 backsplash and KitchenAid appliances.
The client shared their appreciation, saying, "Sheryl was absolutely wonderful to work with and really made this project stress-free for us. Her expertise in kitchen layouts and maximizing space for our needs, along with updating the dark cherry wood to a lovely white and timeless look, were invaluable. I knew Sheryl and I would get along immediately when she walked in and said, 'I love the pot rack,' as it was one of the key things I wanted to keep in our new kitchen!"
“I love the pull out drawers & the pull out shelves that were installed. I worked in the housewares industry for years and probably have every gadget on the market - I now have an easily organized and accessible space to store everything,” said the client.
Sheryl described the clients as a dream to work with. “The client is an accomplished chef and wanted to be sure that all the pots, pans, accessories and gadgets had a home that was convenient and ergonomic. The end result was a classic and calm white kitchen perimeter with a rich rainfall island, a color that appears in other furniture and artwork.”
Photos courtesy of Six Cents Media.
Luxury ElementsRustic elegance describes this wine room which is located in Burr Ridge, Illinois. Starting with the ledge stone entrance, two sconces, two arched knotty elder windows and door. The wine room was designed for an owner with an incredible wine collection of over 2500+ bottles and it is fully equipped with a climate control system that provides consistent storing conditions and allows wine to age at an elegant pace. The wine racks, walls, and ceiling were made of Redwood, a type of wood that is highly durable and perfect for long-term wine storage. This traditional wine cellar was built with many features including waterfall tier magnum racking, library style floor to ceiling wine racks, as well as wine case storage, horizontal and high reveal displays. This custom wine cellar is truly a masterpiece.
Jennifer A. Emmer/Feng Shui StyleSophisticated Elegance describes this Custom Carmel Style Estate Style Home. Solid Alder wood doors, brilliant wide plank walnut hardwood floors, lots of windows with remote control blinds. This luxurious home has been thoughtfully designed by Chris Spalding for everyday family comforts or grand entertaining.
Grand iron door entry, opens to a spacious floor plan. The interior spans 3,016 sq. ft. of living space and features four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms.
Chef's kitchen, designed for a gourmet cook with fine cabinetry with soft closing drawers, Taj Mahal granite counters and decorative tile backsplash, Thermador appliances, including 48" 6-burner stove top, built in double oven, refrigerator and microwave. Large center island with sink and breakfast bar plus a walk in pantry, impressive great room with fireplace.
Private backyard, professionally landscaped.
Feng Shui'ed by Feng Shui Style, and designed by Jennifer A. Emmer and Stacy Carlson
Poolscapes, LLCVery Special Pool, lower pool, spa, waterfalls, cabanas, slide, landscape, private fire features, wine room, expansive multi lot home, multi tier elevation, a picture worth a thousand words cant describe the feeling of this project in person, just simply stunning and spectacular!
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