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Inspiration for a contemporary pool remodel in Dallas

This handcrafted outdoor planter is constructed entirely of recycled 11 guage Cor-Ten steel. Commonly called "weathering steel" it will develop a beautifully brown layer of rust when exposed to the weather. The weathering rust actually performs as a protective coating providing greater resistance to corrosion compared to other steels. It will take 2-4 months for the steel to fully rust. Custom sizes are available. Please inquire.

Fire rated intumescent paint, fire doors and type X drywall to legalize the suites and protect them from fire spread between units. New solid surface counters provide an updated and elevated appearance and increased durability for tenants.

Fire rated intumescent paint, fire doors and type X drywall to legalize the suites and protect them from fire spread between units. New solid surface counters provide an updated and elevated appearance and increased durability for tenants.

Fire rated intumescent paint, fire doors and type X drywall to legalize the suites and protect them from fire spread between units. New solid surface counters provide an updated and elevated appearance and increased durability for tenants.

In hanging crow's nest Joki children find the calm protection they need for playing and dreaming. Soft swinging stimulates the sense of balance, thus playfully promoting your child's development. LA SIESTA hanging crow's nests are recommended by the German Federal Association for the Promotion of Posture and Physical Exercise. LA SIESTA hanging crow's nest Joki is made of pure high-quality cotton. The large, soft seat cushion (filling: polyester) can be removed. Suitable for children of the ages 3-9.

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Fire rated intumescent paint, fire doors and type X drywall to legalize the suites and protect them from fire spread between units. New solid surface counters provide an updated and elevated appearance and increased durability for tenants.

Resort-style pool, poolhouse, half-court basketball, and tot lot at Alden's Reach in Plymouth, MA — a multi-generational community of new construction townhomes and condominiums set against 75 acres of protected conservation land. Seven floor plans with one-floor living options, attached garages, and personalized finish selections with Thorndike's in-house interior designer. 3,500+ homes built since 1983. Sales center open daily 11–4.

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Thinking about installing cherry hardwood floors? This project highlights the timeless elegance of premium American cherry flooring. Known for its distinct warmth and rich color, cherry wood brings an inviting, upscale feel to spaces with large windows and abundant natural light. Our team expertly finishes this floor with a premium water based finish that protects against daily wear while allowing the wood's natural patina to develop beautifully.

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Resort-style pool, poolhouse, half-court basketball, and tot lot at Alden's Reach in Plymouth, MA — a multi-generational community of new construction townhomes and condominiums set against 75 acres of protected conservation land. Seven floor plans with one-floor living options, attached garages, and personalized finish selections with Thorndike's in-house interior designer. 3,500+ homes built since 1983. Sales center open daily 11–4.

Resort-style pool, poolhouse, half-court basketball, and tot lot at Alden's Reach in Plymouth, MA — a multi-generational community of new construction townhomes and condominiums set against 75 acres of protected conservation land. Seven floor plans with one-floor living options, attached garages, and personalized finish selections with Thorndike's in-house interior designer. 3,500+ homes built since 1983. Sales center open daily 11–4.

Above and Beyond is the third residence in a four-home collection in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Originally the site of the abandoned Kachina Elementary School, the infill community, appropriately named Kachina Estates, embraces the remarkable views of Camelback Mountain. Nestled into an acre sized pie shaped cul-de-sac lot, the lot geometry and front facing view orientation created a remarkable privacy challenge and influenced the forward facing facade and massing. An iconic, stone-clad massing wall element rests within an oversized south-facing fenestration, creating separation and privacy while affording views “above and beyond.” Above and Beyond has Mid-Century DNA married with a larger sense of mass and scale. The pool pavilion bridges from the main residence to a guest casita which visually completes the need for protection and privacy from street and solar exposure. The pie-shaped lot which tapered to the south created a challenge to harvest south light. This was one of the largest spatial organization influencers for the design. The design undulates to embrace south sun and organically creates remarkable outdoor living spaces. This modernist home has a palate of granite and limestone wall cladding, plaster, and a painted metal fascia. The wall cladding seamlessly enters and exits the architecture affording interior and exterior continuity. Kachina Estates was named an Award of Merit winner at the 2019 Gold Nugget Awards in the category of Best Residential Detached Collection of the Year. The annual awards ceremony was held at the Pacific Coast Builders Conference in San Francisco, CA in May 2019. Project Details: Above and Beyond Architecture: Drewett Works Developer/Builder: Bedbrock Developers Interior Design: Est Est Land Planner/Civil Engineer: CVL Consultants Photography: Dino Tonn and Steven Thompson Awards: Gold Nugget Award of Merit - Kachina Estates - Residential Detached Collection of the Year

The Kiguchi family moved into their Austin, Texas home in 1994. Built in the 1980’s as part of a neighborhood development, they happily raised their family here but longed for something more contemporary. Once they became empty nesters, they decided it was time for a major remodel. After spending many years visiting Austin AIA Home Tours that highlight contemporary residential architecture, they had a lot of ideas and in 2013 were ready to interview architects and get their renovation underway. The project turned into a major remodel due to an unstable foundation. Architects Ben Arbib and Ed Hughey, of Arbib Hughey Design were hired to solve the structural issue and look for inspiration in the bones of the house, which sat on top of a hillside and was surrounded by great views. Unfortunately, with the old floor plan, the beautiful views were hidden by small windows that were poorly placed. In order to bring more natural light into the house the window sizes and configurations had to be addressed, all while keeping in mind the homeowners desire for a modern look and feel. To achieve a more contemporary and sophisticated front of house, a new entry was designed that included removing a two-story bay window and porch. The entrance of the home also became more integrated with the landscape creating a template for new foliage to be planted. Older exterior materials were updated to incorporate a more muted palette of colors with a metal roof, dark grey siding in the back and white stucco in the front. Deep eaves were added over many of the new large windows for clean lines and sun protection. “Inside it was about opening up the floor plan, expanding the views throughout the house, and updating the material palette to get a modern look that was also warm and inviting,” said Ben from Arbib Hughey Design. “Prior to the remodel, the house had the typical separation of rooms. We removed the walls between them and changed all of the windows to Milgard Thermally Improved Aluminum to connect the inside with the outside. No matter where you are you get nice views and natural light.” The architects wanted to create some drama, which they accomplished with the window placement and opening up the interior floor plan to an open concept approach. Cabinetry was used to help delineate intimate spaces. To add warmth to an all-white living room, white-washed oak wood floors were installed and pine planks were used around the fireplace. The large windows served as artwork bringing the color of nature into the space. An octagon shaped, elevated dining room, (named “the turret”), had a big impact on the design of the house. They architects rounded the corners and added larger window openings overlooking a new sunken garden. The great room was also softened by rounding out the corners and that circular theme continued throughout the house, being picked up in skylight wells and kitchen cabinetry. A staircase leading to a catwalk was added and the result was a two-story window wall that flooded the home with natural light. When asked why Milgard® Thermally Improved Aluminum windows were selected, the architectural team listed many reasons: 1) Aesthetics: “We liked the slim profiles and narrow sightlines. The window frames never get in the way of the view and that was important to us. They also have a very contemporary look that went well with our design.” 2) Options: “We liked that we could get large sliding doors that matched the windows, giving us a very cohesive look and feel throughout the project.” 3) Cost Effective: “Milgard windows are affordable. You get a good product at a good price.” 4) Custom Sizes: “Milgard windows are customizable, which allowed us to get the right window for each location.” Ready to take on your own traditional to modern home remodeling project? Arbib Hughey Design advises, “Work with a good architect. That means picking a team that is creative, communicative, listens well and is responsive. We think it’s important for an architect to listen to their clients and give them something they want, not something the architect thinks they should have. At the same time you want an architect who is willing and able to think outside the box and offer up design options that you may not have considered. Design is about a lot of back and forth, trying out ideas, getting feedback and trying again.” The home was completely transformed into a unique, contemporary house perfectly integrated with its site. Internally the home has a natural flow for the occupants and externally it is integrated with the surroundings taking advantage of great natural light. As a side note, it was highly praised as part of the Austin AIA homes tour.

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Super soft organic cotton in pastel shades make our hanging crow's nest JOKI PLANET the place to be for children this season. Lots of fun guaranteed! In hanging crow's nest Joki children find the calm protection they need for playing and dreaming. Soft swinging stimulates the sense of balance, thus playfully promoting your child's development. LA SIESTA hanging crow's nests are recommended by the German Federal Association for the Promotion of Posture and Physical Exercise.

Undermount sinks are elegant and simple. Note the countertop bumper up the shower wall: toothbrushing and handwashing can be messy business. This insightful addition protects the wall and connects the counter visually to the bathing space. (Calgary Photos)