Updated kitchen in historic district. Involved removing existing walls and designing new open concept kitchen while maintaining the Arts and Craft feel.

This top to bottom, whole home reno involved: new floors, smoothed ceilings, new doors, hardware and trim, new lighting, new kitchen, full bathrooms, a newly finished basement, and all new lighting throughout. it was then showcased with full furnishings and decor, to make it model home worthy.

The original poorly-lit and narrow staircase failed to meet IRC code requirements, necessitating a wider and more accommodating design. To structurally secure the new spacious welded steel and solid oak free-floating staircase and to move the catwalk by three feet involved close collaboration with structural engineers and the implementation of a steel I beam extending from the front toward the back of the house, with a 45-degree turn to connect with existing structural supports on the second floor.

The design for this property involved creating a series of spaces to complement the principle spaces of the house and allow for the many activities of a very active family. A kitchen garden off the family entrance provides an intimate space for reflection, a sports lawn off the rear of the house allows for elegant entertainment as well as lawn tennis, and a graceful stair through a grove of hydrangea provides access to another large lawn and play area. Plant material is selected to complement the classic design of the house.

At Murakami Design Inc., we are in the business of creating and building residences that bring comfort and delight to the lives of their owners. Murakami provides the full range of services involved in designing and building new homes, or in thoroughly reconstructing and updating existing dwellings. From historical research and initial sketches to construction drawings and on-site supervision, we work with clients every step of the way to achieve their vision and ensure their satisfaction. We collaborate closely with such professionals as landscape architects and interior designers, as well as structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, respecting their expertise in helping us develop fully integrated design solutions. Finally, our team stays abreast of all the latest developments in construction materials and techniques.

This home plan was one of our former plans that we reworked to fit the needs of the client. Billy, the Designer, Clients, and Architect worked on both the interior as well as exterior layout of the home until the design was exactly as the homeowners envisioned. The home had a few changes that had to be made once under construction so that it met the expectations of all involved in its desired layout. Philip Slowiak Photography

This open concept kitchen by Thompson Remodeling involved removing walls to allow open flow from the kitchen into the living and dining rooms. The star of this kitchen is the expansive island, anchored by gorgeous columns with features that include plenty of work space, built-in bookshelves, and seating for three. Perimeter cabinets are maple with a caramel, chocolate glaze finish and the island cabinetry is alder with chestnut finish. Other design details include quartz countertops and ceramic tile flooring and backsplash.

Amazing ceiling we did for a client in New Canaan. A great example of ordinary to extraordinary. For this ceiling we used Fine Paints or Europe Brilliant Navy Blue applied by spray. Lots of prep work and masking involved but it was all worth it.

Photography: Dan Piassick
Transitional living room library photo in Dallas with white walls and a standard fireplace

A simple desert plant palette complements the clean Modernist lines of this Arcadia-area home. Architect C.P. Drewett says the exterior color palette lightens the residence’s sculptural forms. “We also painted it in the springtime,” Drewett adds. “It’s a time of such rejuvenation, and every time I’m involved in a color palette during spring, it reflects that spirit.” Featured in the November 2008 issue of Phoenix Home & Garden, this "magnificently modern" home is actually a suburban loft located in Arcadia, a neighborhood formerly occupied by groves of orange and grapefruit trees in Phoenix, Arizona. The home, designed by architect C.P. Drewett, offers breathtaking views of Camelback Mountain from the entire main floor, guest house, and pool area. These main areas "loft" over a basement level featuring 4 bedrooms, a guest room, and a kids' den. Features of the house include white-oak ceilings, exposed steel trusses, Eucalyptus-veneer cabinetry, honed Pompignon limestone, concrete, granite, and stainless steel countertops. The owners also enlisted the help of Interior Designer Sharon Fannin. The project was built by Sonora West Development of Scottsdale, AZ.

Kitchen renovation project in Miami developed in collaboration with a local designer. The project involved redesigning a private residential kitchen to meet kosher kitchen requirements while creating a clean, modern interior.

Cottage home design photo in San Francisco

This beautiful home has been part of the Minneapolis Lakes neighborhood for over 125 years. But now it was time for an update. This remodeling project involved an area on the first floor that included a hallway, kitchen, bath, and lots of walls. This claustrophobic design inhibited traffic flow and made entertaining a challenge

These two though.... This retired "simple beach couple" are a couple of our faves. This was a collaboration in every sense of the word from start to finish. This was not a "throw us the keys and we'll do it all for you" type of project. They were very involved in every decision from architect plans all the way to bedside lamp placement. They had this land and former bungalow on a walkstreet in their beloved Hermosa Beach for over 30 years before they enlisted us to help them design and build their dream home. We worked with Lane Design Build and the client in wonderful harmony, and everyone is very pleased with the results.

Laundry renovation involves clever design to transform small spaces into beautiful, highly functional space. For this project we opted for a versatile, stain-resistant quartz countertop for easy upkeep, paired with nickel-finished cabinetry for a light, modern look. Adding a mosaic of blue vignettes as the backsplash to give it that extra pizzazz!✨✨ Feel free to reach out to us if you're considering renovating your laundry area! Mayflower Construction Group is here to assist with all design aspects and the overall concept. https://mayflowerva.com/15-minute-phone-consultation/ ✉️info@mayflowerva.com ☎️(703) 388.9088

The design involved removing a structural wall and transforming a tight, U-shaped kitchen into a large, open eat-in kitchen with an island. Dated oak cabinets, heavy soffits, and dark countertops were replaced with a light, airy aesthetic and cabinets reaching to the ceiling.

This Toronto Beaches master bath remodel involved a complete redesign of the 3rd floor. Carter Fox expanded the bathroom and converted an unused bedroom to create a walk-in closet with laundry facilities. Photo by Julie Carter

This home plan was one of our former plans that we reworked to fit the needs of the client. Billy, the Designer, Clients, and Architect worked on both the interior as well as exterior layout of the home until the design was exactly as the homeowners envisioned. The home had a few changes that had to be made once under construction so that it met the expectations of all involved in its desired layout. Philip Slowiak Photography

Complete remodel design involving relocation of appliances, entry door and windows. Green remodel using predominantly salvaged materials. Cabinets salvaged from multiple places and SubZero salvaged from yet another source were unified with paint and knobs.