This project involved transforming a basement bedroom into a complete closet area. This two toned closet offers space, organization, and aesthetic appeal.

Wine Cellar ||| We were involved with most aspects of this newly constructed 8,300 sq ft penthouse and guest suite, including: comprehensive construction documents; interior details, drawings and specifications; custom power & lighting; client & builder communications. ||| Penthouse and interior design by: Harry J Crouse Design Inc ||| Photo by: Harry Crouse ||| Builder: Balfour Beatty

This project involved 2 bathrooms, one in front of the other. Both needed facelifts and more space. We ended up moving the wall to the right out to give the space (see the before photos!) This is the kids' bathroom, so we amped up the graphics and fun with a bold, but classic, floor tile; a blue vanity; mixed finishes; matte black plumbing fixtures; and pops of red and yellow.

This project involved a great number of resources and team members. The walls have been well designed and engineered. They are capped with custom colored and finished concrete, each piece was about 300lbs.

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This master bathroom makeover by R Lucas Construction and Design involved updating the look and feel of the space, to include removing a bright pink bathtub. "Prior to the remodel, the tub was the star of the space; the shower and cabinets took a back seat," said R Lucas Construction and Design President and CEO Ron Lucas. The gorgeous transformation includes a much larger shower and cabinetry that is more functional in nature.

This project involved the careful reconsideration of a traditional Victorian home to meet the contemporary living needs of a busy family. The new design included a grand foyer, integrated a mudroom, maintained sizeable formal dining and living areas, relocated the kitchen, and created a more comfortable casual eating area and adjacent family room.

This project involved replacing windows with these new exterior doors. When we were done it was virtually impossible to tell that we made changes to the bricks! For more information and additional photos of this project, which we both designed and built, go to http://a1builders.ws/2012/11/re-purpose-a-swim-spa-room-into-an-appropriate-fitness-center/

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

Whole house remodel and redecorating. This involved adding windows taking out walls, making headers flush in the ceilings. It is hard to believe this is the same house. Truly a total transformation.

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.

Contemporary kitchen design for house with magnificent water views. Involved in material and finishes selection. More details on www.ishandchi.com Interior design: Vivian Panagos, viv@ishandchi.com

This remodel involved a lot of reconfiguring of the main floor. The kitchen moved to the back of the house, where it overlooks the lovely back yard, and provides more connection to the living room. The laundry, mudroom, powder room, and dining room were also relocated for a better use of the space. The driving factor of this project was the desire for the family to feel more connected to their home and to each other.

Whole house remodel and redecorating. This involved adding windows taking out walls, making headers flush in the ceilings. It is hard to believe this is the same house. Truly a total transformation.

Believe it or not, this award-winning home began as a speculative project. Typically speculative projects involve a rather generic design that would appeal to many in a style that might be loved by the masses. But the project’s developer loved modern architecture and his personal residence was the first project designed by architect C.P. Drewett when Drewett Works launched in 2001. Together, the architect and developer envisioned a fictitious art collector who would one day purchase this stunning piece of desert modern architecture to showcase their magnificent collection. The primary views from the site were southwest. Therefore, protecting the interior spaces from the southwest sun while making the primary views available was the greatest challenge. The views were very calculated and carefully managed. Every room needed to not only capture the vistas of the surrounding desert, but also provide viewing spaces for the potential collection to be housed within its walls. The core of the material palette is utilitarian including exposed masonry and locally quarried cantera stone. An organic nature was added to the project through millwork selections including walnut and red gum veneers. The eventual owners saw immediately that this could indeed become a home for them as well as their magnificent collection, of which pieces are loaned out to museums around the world. Their decision to purchase the home was based on the dimensions of one particular wall in the dining room which was EXACTLY large enough for one particular painting not yet displayed due to its size. The owners and this home were, as the saying goes, a perfect match! Project Details | Desert Modern for the Magnificent Collection, Estancia, Scottsdale, AZ Architecture: C.P. Drewett, Jr., AIA, NCARB | Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ Builder: Shannon Construction | Phoenix, AZ Interior Selections: Janet Bilotti, NCIDQ, ASID | Naples, FL Custom Millwork: Linear Fine Woodworking | Scottsdale, AZ Photography: Dino Tonn | Scottsdale, AZ Read More: Awards: 2014 Gold Nugget Award of Merit Feature Article: Luxe. Interiors and Design. Winter 2015, “Lofty Exposure”

This project involve a renovation of the kitchen and surrounding areas, with accommodation for the family pets. Elaborate cabinetry was used in the kitchen, with brown wood used for the surrounding areas that included storage space and a dog bath. Photo by Adam Abrams, CKD

From rear Garage driveway ||| We were involved with many aspects of this newly constructed 8,400 sq ft (under roof) home including: comprehensive construction documents; interior details, drawings and specifications; custom power & lighting; schematic site planning; client & builder communications. ||| Home and interior design by: Harry J Crouse Design Inc ||| Photo by: Harry J Crouse Design Inc ||| Builder: Classic Homes by Sam Clark

Bathroom remodel was a complete redesign to bring the original 90-year old San Francisco bathroom into modern day. Reimagining the space involved knocking down walls and employing artisans for handmade shower tiles and locally custom-made cabinetry to perfectly fit tight spaces. Creamy tones, Mahogany wood, and ceramic crackle and subway tiles strike a balance between traditional and contemporary. The end result is a bathroom design that's a breath of fresh air and modern sophistication - See more at: http://kimballstarr.com/projects/bathroom-remodel-st-francis-wood