One of our best custom design projects clients was very knowledgeable and asked for this unique custom fence and gates sistem that’s frameless and very difficult to achieve but ‼️we did it ‼️thanks god

Photo: Tom Hofer
This is an example of a large mid-century modern backyard vegetable garden landscape in Los Angeles.

Example of a trendy sunroom design in Ahmedabad

Sold Over Asking and Featured in Globe and Mail "Done Deals" - Copperfield, Calgary Real Estate This beautiful Copperfield home sold in One Day in Competing Offers for $2000 over list price. CLIENT TESTIMONIAL We initially chose Steven as our Realtor based on his Certifications and long term sales achievements. During our meetings, Steven provided us with professionalism, knowledge, patience, and honesty. His media presentation was both professional and impressive. Steven was considerate of our needs and provided dedication and guidance in every aspect of the residential home selling process. Our house was listed on the market on a Thursday morning, mid-December. Steven joked that he would have it sold by the weekend and scheduled an open house. He sold our house on the same day, $2000.00 over our list price. In such a difficult market that is remarkable! We are pleased to recommend Steven without any hesitation and would like to work with him in the future regarding our real estate needs. Sincerely, Jason and Clare

This is an organic Lime Wash done with a true lime wash product as opposed to a brick mortar or concrete that is often seen on new houses. This product can be applied as a solid coating making the surface completely white, or can be applied and "washed off" in many artistic ways, as seen here. If you hate your brick or just want something unique this is a great option! Photo credit: Jeff Murrey

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Designed by Kasey Blake of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Salem, VA, see the befores and afters of this small white kitchen design featuring Green Forest Cabinetry in the Brookside door style with a Glazed Ivory finish. Kitchen countertops are granite in the color Venetian Ice. The tile backsplash features Daltile Crema Marfil 3x6 tile with Solistone 2001 Demeter inlay. Said the client, "It was difficult being without a kitchen for a month, but I have more counter space for cooking and it is much brighter and more cheerful to work in. Kasey was helpful and knowledgeable to work with during the entire process. I love my kitchen now." Added Kasey, "The was a fun kitchen to work on. It posed some challenges, mostly notably a custom range that was a non-standard size that the client planned to keep. We worked to find a hood that would complement the range and entire kitchen. My favorite part of the design is the accent tile in the backsplash. It adds a fun pop of color to the kitchen." Photos courtesy of Bob Sowder/Sowder Group LLC.

Five stars isn’t enough! Our project was to reconfigure and update the main floor of a house we recently purchased that was built in 1961. We wanted to maintain some of the unique feeling it originally had but bring it up-to-date and eliminate the closed-in rooms and downright weird layout that was the result of multiple, partial remodeling projects. We began with a long wishlist of changes which also required replacement of very antiquated plumbing, electrical wiring and HVAC. We even found a fireplace that had been walled in and needed major re-construction. Many other aspects and details on this incredible list we made included an all new kitchen layout, converting a bedroom into a master closet, adding new half-bath, completely rebuilding the master bath, and adding stone, tile and custom built cabinetry. Our design plans included many fixtures and details that we specified and required professional installation and careful handling. Innovative helped us make reasonable decisions. Their skilled staff took us through a design process that made sense. There were many questions and all were answered with sincere conversation and positive – innovation – on how we could achieve our goals. Innovative provided us with professional consultants, who listened and were courteous and creative, with solid knowledge and informative judgement. When they didn’t have an answer, they did the research. They developed a comprehensive project plan that exceeded our expectations. Every item on our long list was checked-off. All agreed on work was fulfilled and they completed all this in just under four months. Innovative took care of putting together a team of skilled professional specialists who were all dedicated to make everything right. Engineering, construction, supervision, and I cannot even begin to describe how much thanks we have for the demolition crew! Our multiple, detailed project designs from Raul and professional design advice from Mindy and the connections she recommended are all of the best quality. Diego Jr., Trevor and his team kept everything on track and neat and tidy every single day and Diego Sr., Mark, Ismael, Albert, Santiago and team are true craftsmen who follow-up and make the most minuscule woodworking details perfect. The cabinets by Tim and electrical work and installation of fixtures by Kemchan Harrilal-BB and Navindra Doolratram, and Augustine and his crew on tile and stone work – all perfection. Aisling and the office crew were always responsive to our calls and requests. And of course Clark and Eric who oversaw everything and gave us the best of the best! Apologies if we didn’t get everyone on this list – you’re all great! Thank you for your hard work and dedication. We can’t thank you enough Innovative Construction – we kind of want to do it again! Dave Hallman & Matt DeGraffenreid

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The Klimala’s and their three kids are no strangers to moving, this being their fifth house in the same town over the 20-year period they have lived there. “It must be the 7-year itch, because every seven years, we seem to find ourselves antsy for a new project or a new environment. I think part of it is being a designer, I see my own taste evolve and I want my environment to reflect that. Having easy access to wonderful tradesmen and a knowledge of the process makes it that much easier”. This time, Klimala’s fell in love with a somewhat unlikely candidate. The 1950’s ranch turned cape cod was a bit of a mutt, but it’s location 5 minutes from their design studio and backing up to the high school where their kids can roll out of bed and walk to school, coupled with the charm of its location on a private road and lush landscaping made it an appealing choice for them. “The bones of the house were really charming. It was typical 1,500 square foot ranch that at some point someone added a second floor to. Its sloped roofline and dormered bedrooms gave it some charm.” With the help of architect Maureen McHugh, Klimala’s gutted and reworked the layout to make the house work for them. An open concept kitchen and dining room allows for more frequent casual family dinners and dinner parties that linger. A dingy 3-season room off the back of the original house was insulated, given a vaulted ceiling with skylights and now opens up to the kitchen. This room now houses an 8’ raw edge white oak dining table and functions as an informal dining room. “One of the challenges with these mid-century homes is the 8’ ceilings. I had to have at least one room that had a higher ceiling so that’s how we did it” states Klimala. The kitchen features a 10’ island which houses a 5’0” Galley Sink. The Galley features two faucets, and double tiered rail system to which accessories such as cutting boards and stainless steel bowls can be added for ease of cooking. Across from the large sink is an induction cooktop. “My two teen daughters and I enjoy cooking, and the Galley and induction cooktop make it so easy.” A wall of tall cabinets features a full size refrigerator, freezer, double oven and built in coffeemaker. The area on the opposite end of the kitchen features a pantry with mirrored glass doors and a beverage center below. The rest of the first floor features an entry way, a living room with views to the front yard’s lush landscaping, a family room where the family hangs out to watch TV, a back entry from the garage with a laundry room and mudroom area, one of the home’s four bedrooms and a full bath. There is a double sided fireplace between the family room and living room. The home features pops of color from the living room’s peach grass cloth to purple painted wall in the family room. “I’m definitely a traditionalist at heart but because of the home’s Midcentury roots, I wanted to incorporate some of those elements into the furniture, lighting and accessories which also ended up being really fun. We are not formal people so I wanted a house that my kids would enjoy, have their friends over and feel comfortable.” The second floor houses the master bedroom suite, two of the kids’ bedrooms and a back room nicknamed “the library” because it has turned into a quiet get away area where the girls can study or take a break from the rest of the family. The area was originally unfinished attic, and because the home was short on closet space, this Jack and Jill area off the girls’ bedrooms houses two large walk-in closets and a small sitting area with a makeup vanity. “The girls really wanted to keep the exposed brick of the fireplace that runs up the through the space, so that’s what we did, and I think they feel like they are in their own little loft space in the city when they are up there” says Klimala. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Another design need for her IKEA kitchen was an easier-to-clean countertop, Shoko says. “Our original counter was brown, making it very difficult to spot messes, spills, and crumbs. That’s why we opted for a white counter with matching backsplash (which is all one piece),” she says. In fact, the Caesarstone in Blizzard runs from the sink to the stove area, giving ample space for food prep and is complemented by the matching backsplash and the custom butcher block seating area on the other side of the stove. “Clean up is so much quicker and easier with the new countertops,” she says. The counter area is further brightened by under cabinet lighting strips from IKEA. For new IKEA renovators, Shoko wants to share some useful tips from her IKEA experience. “The first thing I would say to others is do not be intimidated by the renovation process! There are so many resources available that can help simplify an IKEA renovation project. I’d also suggest asking a lot of questions, including asking how you plan on using the space,” she says. She also says that working with design professionals was the best decision for her IKEA kitchen. “The kitchen specialists at IKEA were very knowledgeable, and, of course the staff at IKD explained all the options, materials, and demystified the IKEA ordering process,” she adds. She concludes: “Ultimately, we chose IKEA cabinetry for the ease and the price. Since our apartment isn’t a forever home, we didn’t think it made sense to go for custom cabinets. We were looking for something simple, clean, and affordable, and for a project (and a space) of this size, IKEA’s options were a great fit for us!”