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Ben Benschinder
Large minimalist brown three-story wood flat roof photo in Seattle
Large minimalist brown three-story wood flat roof photo in Seattle

A sculptural statement in its own right, this concrete-and-glass “Gallery House” was designed to showcase the owners’ art collection as well as the natural landscape. The architecture is truly one with its site: To the east, a sheltering wall echoes the curve of a crowded cul-de-sac, while to the west, the design follows the sweeping contours of the cliff—ensuring privacy while maximizing views. The architectural details demanded flawless construction: Windows and doors stretch floor-to-ceiling, and minimalist reveals define the walls, which “float” between perfect shadow lines in the long T-shape foyer. Ideal for entertaining, the layout fosters seamless indoor-outdoor living. Amenities include four pocketing glass walls, a lanai with heated floor, and a partially cantilevered multi-level terrace. The front courtyard sequesters a frameless glass entry. From here, sight lines stretch through the house to an infinity pool that hovers between sky and sea.
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Mike Freas
Example of a small transitional guest bedroom design in Charlotte with no fireplace
Example of a small transitional guest bedroom design in Charlotte with no fireplace

Bathroom. Photography by Manolo Langis
Located at the intersection where Sunset Boulevard meets the Pacific Ocean, this iconic board formed concrete structure was neglected for years. SUBU Design Architecture was brought in to reimagine the space along with a team of professionals. Through a collective effort, this unique structure has been reorganize to fit a variety of lifestyles and commercial needs.

photography by Rob Karosis
Patio - mid-sized traditional front yard stone patio idea in Portland Maine with a fire pit and no cover
Patio - mid-sized traditional front yard stone patio idea in Portland Maine with a fire pit and no cover

Example of a mid-sized transitional master dark wood floor and brown floor bedroom design in Nashville with blue walls and no fireplace

Brookhaven Cabinetry
Large transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Los Angeles with dark wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and recessed-panel cabinets
Large transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Los Angeles with dark wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and recessed-panel cabinets

The entire exterior received new board and batten wood siding, with a seamed metal roof. The center gables on each side have new cedar shingle siding and brackets to accentuate its significance.
Photo by: Daniel Contelmo Jr.

Photographer: Calgary Photos
Builder: www.timberstoneproperties.ca
Eat-in kitchen - large rustic u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Calgary with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and travertine backsplash
Eat-in kitchen - large rustic u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Calgary with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and travertine backsplash

Kath & Keith Photography
Study room - mid-sized traditional built-in desk dark wood floor study room idea in Boston with gray walls and no fireplace
Study room - mid-sized traditional built-in desk dark wood floor study room idea in Boston with gray walls and no fireplace

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Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Atlanta
Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Atlanta

This home outside of Philadelphia was designed to be family friendly and comfortable space and is just the place to relax and spend family time as well as have enough seating for entertaining. The living room has a large sectional to cozy up with a movie or to entertain. The historic home is bright and open all while feeling collected, comfortable and cozy. The applied box molding on the living room wall adds a subtle pattern all while being a striking focal point for the room. The grand foyer is fresh and inviting and uncluttered and allows for ample space for guests to be welcomed to the home. The kitchen was refreshed to include a contrasting toned island, blue backsplash tile and bright brass fixtures and lighting
Photo by S. Brenner Photography

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Galena, OH
Buckeye Restoration & Remodeling Inc.
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Ashley Avila Photography
Mid-century modern eat-in kitchen photo in Grand Rapids with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances
Mid-century modern eat-in kitchen photo in Grand Rapids with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances

This project was a one of a kind remodel. it included the demolition of a previously existing wall separating the kitchen area from the living room. The inside of the home was completely gutted down to the framing and was remodeled according the owners specifications. This remodel included a one of a kind custom granite countertop and eating area, custom cabinetry, an indoor outdoor bar, a custom vinyl window, new electrical and plumbing, and a one of a kind entertainment area featuring custom made shelves, and stone fire place.

The client purchased this property with grand plans of renovating the entire place; from top to bottom, and from inside to outside. And while the inside canvas was very generous and even somewhat forgiving, the outside space would be anything but.
We wanted to squeeze in as much seating space as possible in their limited courtyard area, without encroaching on the already compact-sized pool. The first and most obvious solution was to get rid of the trees and shrubs that separated this house from its zero-lot-line neighbor. With the addition of Lueder limestone pavers, this new area alone would free up nearly 120 additional square feet, which happened to be the perfect amount of space for a mobile gas fire pit and sectional sofa. And this would make for the perfect place to enjoy the afternoon sunset with the implementation of a custom-built metal pergola standing above it all.
The next problem to overcome was the disconnected feel of the existing patio; there were too many levels of steps and stairs, which meant that it would have been difficult to have any sort of traditional furniture arrangement in their outdoor space. Randy knew that it only made sense to bring in a wood deck that could be mated to the highest level of the patio, thus creating and gaining the greatest amount of continuous, flat space that the client needed. But even so, that flat space would be limited to a very tight "L-shape" around the pool. And knowing this, the client decided that the larger space would be more valuable to them than the spa, so they opted to have a portion of the deck built over it in order to allow for a more generous amount of patio space.
And with the edge of the patio/deck dropping off almost 2 feet to the waterline, it now created the perfect opportunity to have a visually compelling raised wall that could be adorned with different hues of plank-shaped tiles. From inside the pool, the varying shades of brown were a great accent to the wood deck that sat just above.
However, the true visual crowning jewel of this project would end up being the raised back wall along the fence, fully encased in a large format, 24x24 slate grey tile, complete with a custom stainless steel, square-tube scupper bank, installed at just the right height to create the perfect amount of water noise.
But Randy wasn't done just yet. With two entirely new entertaining areas opened up at opposite ends of the pool, the only thing left to do now was to connect them. Knowing that he nor the client wanted to eliminate any more water space, he decided to bring a new traffic pattern right into the pool by way of two "floating", Lueder limestone stepper pads. It would be a visually perfect union of both pool and walking spaces.
The existing steps and walkways were then cut away and replaced with matching Lueder limestone caps and steppers. All remaining hardscape gaps were later filled with Mexican beach pebble, which helped to promote a very "zen-like" feel in this outdoor space.
The interior of the pool was coated with Wet Edge Primerastone "Blue Pacific Coast" plaster, and then lit up with the incredibly versatile Pentair GloBrite LED pool lights.
In the end, the client ended up gaining the additional entertaining and seating space that they needed, and the updated, modern feel that they loved.

Mike Schwartz
Example of a trendy backyard deck design in Chicago with decking and no cover
Example of a trendy backyard deck design in Chicago with decking and no cover

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Columbus, OH
Hope Restoration & General Contracting
Columbus Design-Build, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Historic Renovations

Photography: Melissa Preston
Large elegant two-story brick exterior home photo in Dallas
Large elegant two-story brick exterior home photo in Dallas

Peter Aaron
Example of a beach style beige three-story gable roof design in New York
Example of a beach style beige three-story gable roof design in New York
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