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Alcove bathtub - small craftsman alcove bathtub idea in New York

Photo by Jack Thompson

Huge arts and crafts beige three-story wood gable roof photo with a shingle roof

These clients came to my office looking for an architect who could design their "empty nest" home that would be the focus of their soon to be extended family. A place where the kids and grand kids would want to hang out: with a pool, open family room/ kitchen, garden; but also one-story so there wouldn't be any unnecessary stairs to climb. They wanted the design to feel like "old Pasadena" with the coziness and attention to detail that the era embraced. My sensibilities led me to recall the wonderful classic mansions of San Marino, so I designed a manor house clad in trim Bluestone with a steep French slate roof and clean white entry, eave and dormer moldings that would blend organically with the future hardscape plan and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. The site was a deep, flat lot that had been half of the old Joan Crawford estate; the part that had an abandoned swimming pool and small cabana. I envisioned a pavilion filled with natural light set in a beautifully planted park with garden views from all sides. Having a one-story house allowed for tall and interesting shaped ceilings that carved into the sheer angles of the roof. The most private area of the house would be the central loggia with skylights ensconced in a deep woodwork lattice grid and would be reminiscent of the outdoor “Salas” found in early Californian homes. The family would soon gather there and enjoy warm afternoons and the wonderfully cool evening hours together. Working with interior designer Jeffrey Hitchcock, we designed an open family room/kitchen with high dark wood beamed ceilings, dormer windows for daylight, custom raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and a textured glass tile splash. Natural light and gentle breezes flow through the many French doors and windows located to accommodate not only the garden views, but the prevailing sun and wind as well. The graceful living room features a dramatic vaulted white painted wood ceiling and grand fireplace flanked by generous double hung French windows and elegant drapery. A deeply cased opening draws one into the wainscot paneled dining room that is highlighted by hand painted scenic wallpaper and a barrel vaulted ceiling. The walnut paneled library opens up to reveal the waterfall feature in the back garden. Equally picturesque and restful is the view from the rotunda in the master bedroom suite. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Jeffrey Hitchcock Enterprises Contractor: Synergy General Contractors, Inc. Landscape Design: LZ Design Group, Inc. Photography: Laura Hull

Inspiration for a timeless medium tone wood floor hallway remodel in Atlanta with green walls

Well situated in Mont Royal, this split-level home had many positives apart from its dated interior, and layout of many small and inefficient rooms. This was all at odds with the owners’ lifestyle and aesthetic. The client had architectural plans designed for a third floor addition that were to include a master bedroom and ensuite bathroom. The desired look for the entire house influenced all aspects of construction. Apart from the removal most walls on the main floor, everything was stripped back to the most simple and pure of finishing materials. The existing floors were refinished in a smoked grey matte palette and offset the rich warm walnut accents in the kitchen and soft white walls. With an abundance of white walls throughout, feature walls were essential in both the master bedroom and ensuite. The deep charcoal wall in the bedroom provides dramatic contrast to the teak headboard and hammered silver light fixture. The ensuite’s feature wall is made of pewter ceramic tiles that add texture and elegance to this simple space. Materials and furnishings throughout were selected for their simplicity and form. Photo : Drew Hadley

Family room - transitional family room idea in Minneapolis

Beach style 3/4 beige tile, gray tile and subway tile gray floor alcove shower photo in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door and gray countertops

Craig Westerman
Inspiration for a large timeless backyard deck remodel in Baltimore with a roof extension

Design: Nathan Kyle of Astro Design Vanity + Sink Top: Wetstyle (via Astro) Bathtub: Oceania (via Astro) Toilet: Duravit (via Astro) Fixtures: Cabano + Hansgrohe (via Astro) Tile available through Astro {Photo Cred: @DoubleSpace Photography}

Create the best view in your house right over your kitchen sink with Pella Architecture Series casement windows and transform dishwashing into a truly relaxing experience.

This stunning patio is constructed of all natural and local materials. The patio itself is Colorado Buff flagstone, the bench is built of Siloam stone, and the seating boulders and natural gas fire pit are Broadmoor boulders

Example of a mountain style u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Custom tongue and groove paneling with faux paint finish, polished brass portholes and accents, stained mahogany trims, boat cleat hardware by Modern Objects Photo by Jimmy White

Inspiration for a contemporary wooden floating open and cable railing staircase remodel in Detroit

Garage - cottage two-car garage idea in Kansas City

Inspiration for a farmhouse stone patio remodel in Nashville

Photo: Lucy Call © 2014 Houzz Design: Imbue Design
Inspiration for a contemporary look-out concrete floor basement remodel in Salt Lake City with no fireplace and gray walls

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless master white tile and subway tile marble floor and white floor alcove bathtub remodel in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops