Our clients were an energetic and outgoing couple that loved life, laughter and their family including two well-loved Dachshund dogs. Their home on a lushly treed cul de sac in Manor Park boasts plenty of character, with pockets of rooms devoted to their artistic and musical passions. As a trained chef, the husband proudly and naturally commanded the lions share of the kitchen, leaving little room for his wife’s love of baking and crafting. Fine food, good wine and a myriad of guitars are at the root of their impromptu and casual gatherings. The original design request was to update the kitchen in functionality and appearance. With one look at the adjacent space which was not visible to the kitchen but commanded a stunning view with south facing windows - and this project morphed into combining two separate spaces into one. We opened up the kitchen to incorporate the sunroom and create one large open concept sun-filled happy space with direct access to the rear yard and seating areas. The kitchen was designed to act as one space with clearly delineated zones, where each person could cook autonomously while being together. Additionally, we maintained a soft seating lounge area and a desk for crafting in natural light. At the heart of the kitchen is a 6’ x 8’ solid black cherry island which serves as the social hub for gatherings. We used different materials and textures in each zone to clearly represent the two uniquely individual and dynamic personalities of this couple. A black and white glass mosaic tile backsplash speaks to the glass fused hobby that is created in the same space while creating a dramatic statement of a playful artistic expression. The custom designed wine niches introduce abstract rectilinear forms. The use of rich materials, two-toned cabinets, custom floating black cherry shelving and a classic colour palette of black and white act as a backdrop or canvas, which intentionally allows room for each personal expression to shine. We doubled the storage capacity within the kitchen which is still discreet and still allows for an abundance of glass front interior lit cabinets to showcase their treasured collections.

3147 Brunstane Circle is an Immaculate Home That Offers Custom Upgrades Along With an Luxurious Appeal! This Beautiful Home Boasts 2,982 Sq Ft or Living Space, 5 Spacious Bedrooms that Include a Downstairs Bedroom, 3 Car Garage with Direct Access, A Gated Outdoor Living Space, Newly Installed Solar Panels for Energy Efficiency, Beautifully Laid Hardwood Floors, Stylish Tile, Crown Molding, Baseboards, A Grand Wrap Around Staircase, In Home Laundry Room, Plantation Shutters and Even an Off Master Balcony! Look No Further, This is the One You've Been Looking For!

Immaculately situated behind an exclusive private gate lies this absolutely epic estate of your dreams. A beautiful long driveway leads you to 1.6 acres of entertainer’s paradise featuring the grand main house, detached guest house, 3 car garage, full North/South Tennis & Basketball court, tennis pavilion, wine cellar, pool & spa with water slide, firepit, outdoor kitchen, hiking trail, and more. The striking exterior of this home exceeds all modern farmhouse architectural expectations with curated contrasting colors and warm stone elements meticulously combined to create timeless luxury. Upon entry, soaring ceilings, flooding natural light, and designer finishes welcome you to an exceptionally appointed open floor plan. The glamorous custom chef’s kitchen features top of the line Miele appliances, built in coffee maker, professional walk in pantry & butler’s pantry, massive center island with bar seating, and additional dining space for informal meals. Expansive family room with fireplace keeps a versatile vibe with just an open or close of glass sliding pocket doors revealing the backyard oasis. Covered lounging space leads out to the resort-like backyard surrounded by towering lush greenery. Astounding pool features a water slide, waterfalls, baja shelf, and grotto. Crafted for the aspiring athlete, is a gym located on the right wing of the house with direct access to the full sized sports court equipped for tennis & basketball. Adjacent, is a covered tennis pavilion with a bathroom and wet bar, perfectly designed to entertain and watch games. The second level welcomes you to an additional family room, oversized ensuite bedrooms, and laundry room. The romantic master retreat boasts refined luxury with beamed ceilings, a stunning fireplace, extensive balcony, dual walk in closets, and a sophisticated bathroom with separate sinks, vanity area, soaking tub, and walk in shower. Additional world class amenities include a home theater, main floor ensuite bedroom, smart home system, security system, extra long driveway with room to park multiple cars, boats, etc., and more. This unmatched trophy estate was built with unparalleled levels of execution for the most discerning clientele.

This thoughtfully designed outdoor addition expands the home’s living space with a spacious elevated deck and a covered patio below, creating two distinct areas for relaxing and entertaining. The upper-level deck offers ample room for outdoor dining and seating, while durable railings and clean architectural lines complement the home’s exterior. Below, the covered patio provides a sheltered retreat ideal for gatherings, storage, or all-season use, with direct access to the backyard. Wide stairs connect the two levels seamlessly, enhancing both functionality and visual appeal. The addition blends naturally with the home’s existing structure while significantly increasing usable outdoor living space. YOUR home…YOUR style with HRD! Call Keith (203) 626-5451

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - Fabulous Hudson Street home with private garage! Perfect for the modern family, this 4 story recently renovated home offers contemporary accents and classic style, 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths and ground floor media & play rooms. Conveniently located on the parlor level, the spacious, high-end kitchen provides direct access to the backyard and private garage parking. Custom cherry cabinetry, sleek black granite, 6-burner Wolf range, French door refrigerator, large center island and working gas fireplace compliment the warm & welcoming environment. Four large, well-scaled bedrooms showcase inordinately high ceilings, with top floor master bedroom soaring to 15’. The master bath includes a double vanity, mosaic tile, and separate shower & tub. Unique design features include: floor-to-ceiling Juliette windows in the front parlor, exposed brick, hardwood floors throughout, intricate picture & crown moldings, ornate ceiling medallions, 3 decorative mantles, original curved banisters and exquisite skylights that beam through abundant natural light. Custom masonry outdoor kitchen with built-in gas grill and bluestone pavers complete this urban oasis. Located in a highly desirable downtown location,

The primary suite enjoys direct access to the side porch via the door seen on the right. Note the contemporary ceiling fan.
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A shingle-style home on the ocean. This new 5000+ SF home is on Martha's Vineyard. A dramatic entry with ocean views washing over you as you enter. The first-floor plan has a generous kitchen/living/dining area large enough for extended family gatherings while also providing gorgeous views of the ocean. The office and den offer private spaces to get away from the hustle of family life while the first-floor suite gives the owners a generous bedroom for older relatives. To reduce the scale of this large home the 2nd story was built into the roof. Both the master suite and the guest suite have private balcony views of the ocean, each bedroom has direct access to a bathroom and the clerestory space fills the 2nd floor with light while providing ocean views. The Alaskan yellow cedar roof is one of the home’s most subtle features. The bleached shingles help soften the façade. An expansive deck and outdoor shower are necessities for Vineyard summers. Builder: Concept Building LLC Photographer: Randi Baird

Before and AFTER: http://troybeforeandafter.weebly.com/ This crisp and clean 2-story traditional is located on a quiet & peaceful street conveniently located to the studios, freeways, the Valley & Westside. Offering a clean and modern feel, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath retreat features an open-living floor plan with huge picture-windows inviting an abundance of natural light throughout the home. Enjoy the gorgeous tree-top & canyon views from the main floor upstairs which includes 2 spacious bedrooms, living & dining rooms, a well-appointed kitchen and spacious balcony. Downstairs you will find two additional bedrooms, private reading nook, large walk-in storage room and a relaxing family room with french doors leading to a private patio. Other features include direct access to the private garage, a gated & enclosed front patio, 2 fireplaces, hardwood floors, and dual-zone air & heat. Incredibly tranquil and picturesque. Listed by Bruno Abisror, Sotheby's International Realty - Brentwood. Photos by: Post Rain Productions - Jeff Ong

This Brookside primary bathroom was transformed from a cramped, disconnected space into a true ensuite retreat. We closed off the old hall entry to create direct access from the primary bedroom, relocated the shower, and designed a larger vanity with much-needed storage. Built-ins and thoughtful details enhance both function and style, resulting in a bathroom that feels modern while blending seamlessly with the home’s timeless character.

This two-story design is made for a narrow lot with its modest width and front entry garage. The siding facade is accented with board-and-batten and a metal roof. Inside, the floor plan is welcoming with a fireplace in the great room and a spacious kitchen with an island. The master suite is downstairs with direct access to the utility room and two additional bedrooms and a bonus room are upstairs.

The existing 12’x14’ footprint for the kitchen was far too small for the owner’s vision. Multiple layouts were considered and modified until the final design emerged. A 22’x 15’ addition more than doubled the space, creating multiple stations for cooking and feasting, direct access to the future Party Patio, adequate storage, and a light-filled space to enjoy and share.

Classic, timeless, and ideally positioned on a picturesque street in the 4100 block, discover this dream home by Jessica Koltun Home. The blend of traditional architecture and contemporary finishes evokes warmth while understated elegance remains constant throughout this Midway Hollow masterpiece. Countless custom features and finishes include museum-quality walls, white oak beams, reeded cabinetry, stately millwork, and white oak wood floors with custom herringbone patterns. First-floor amenities include a barrel vault, a dedicated study, a formal and casual dining room, and a private primary suite adorned in Carrara marble that has direct access to the laundry room. The second features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an oversized game room that could also be used as a sixth bedroom. This is your opportunity to own a designer dream home.

This 1960s rambler in Normandy Park came with a distinctive mid-century modern charm, thanks to its exposed beams and tongue-and-groove wood ceilings. The homeowners wanted to preserve that character while introducing modern conveniences and updated finishes. Custom wood cabinetry was chosen to harmonize with the natural wood elements, keeping the space warm and inviting. Clean, neutral countertops and ceramic tile flooring provide a fresh, durable foundation, while under-cabinet lighting brightens the workspace and highlights the details. The kitchen also includes direct access from the garage for everyday convenience. A unique feature—the backside of the living room’s original wood-burning oven—was cleaned and reimagined as a display nook, honoring the home’s history while giving it a functional twist. The result is a kitchen that blends beautiful natural character with modern updates, perfectly balancing the old and new.

Part of a multi-phase remodeling project, Pomona is a new addition that creates a spa-like master bathroom for its fully work-from-home owners, and incorporates a new laundry room, separate toilet room, and direct access to the outdoors. In reconfiguring the original master bedroom, the old bathroom was transformed into a second closet. The clients had a very clear vision and were very involved in the choice of materials, which informed the design of the spaces. The floor and wall tile was chosen in advance of the project. A clean, crisp, light aesthetic guided the design. Solid oak drawer fronts on the custom floating vanity were carved in lieu of applied pulls. Wherever possible, lines where materials meet are flush and seamless. The floating bench in the shower is made of the same stone as the countertop. The shower is separated by a single pane of glass from the vanity area and the floor slopes barrier-free from the freestanding tub to the drain. Clerestory windows wash the sloped ceiling in light and open the view to the sky. The ceiling lines, the tile and the glass all align to contribute to the serene feeling of the space. Special electric features include outlets inside the center drawer, electric floor heat and towel warmers. Landscape designer Cat Chang, of Madron Design designed the outdoor spaces and collaborated on a hot tub deck (not shown).

This single family home sits on a tight, sloped site. Within a modest budget, the goal was to provide direct access to grade at both the front and back of the house. The solution is a multi-split-level home with unconventional relationships between floor levels. Between the entrance level and the lower level of the family room, the kitchen and dining room are located on an interstitial level. Within the stair space “floats” a small bathroom. The generous stair is celebrated with a back-painted red glass wall which treats users to changing refractive ambient light throughout the house. Black brick, grey-tinted glass and mirrors contribute to the reasonably compact massing of the home. A cantilevered upper volume shades south facing windows and the home’s limited material palette meant a more efficient construction process. Cautious landscaping retains water run-off on the sloping site and home offices reduce the client’s use of their vehicle. The house achieves its vision within a modest footprint and with a design restraint that will ensure it becomes a long-lasting asset in the community. Photo by Tom Arban

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - Fabulous Hudson Street home with private garage! Perfect for the modern family, this 4 story recently renovated home offers contemporary accents and classic style, 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths and ground floor media & play rooms. Conveniently located on the parlor level, the spacious, high-end kitchen provides direct access to the backyard and private garage parking. Custom cherry cabinetry, sleek black granite, 6-burner Wolf range, French door refrigerator, large center island and working gas fireplace compliment the warm & welcoming environment. Four large, well-scaled bedrooms showcase inordinately high ceilings, with top floor master bedroom soaring to 15’. The master bath includes a double vanity, mosaic tile, and separate shower & tub. Unique design features include: floor-to-ceiling Juliette windows in the front parlor, exposed brick, hardwood floors throughout, intricate picture & crown moldings, ornate ceiling medallions, 3 decorative mantles, original curved banisters and exquisite skylights that beam through abundant natural light. Custom masonry outdoor kitchen with built-in gas grill and bluestone pavers complete this urban oasis. Located in a highly desirable downtown location,

Immaculately situated behind an exclusive private gate lies this absolutely epic estate of your dreams. A beautiful long driveway leads you to 1.6 acres of entertainer’s paradise featuring the grand main house, detached guest house, 3 car garage, full North/South Tennis & Basketball court, tennis pavilion, wine cellar, pool & spa with water slide, firepit, outdoor kitchen, hiking trail, and more. The striking exterior of this home exceeds all modern farmhouse architectural expectations with curated contrasting colors and warm stone elements meticulously combined to create timeless luxury. Upon entry, soaring ceilings, flooding natural light, and designer finishes welcome you to an exceptionally appointed open floor plan. The glamorous custom chef’s kitchen features top of the line Miele appliances, built in coffee maker, professional walk in pantry & butler’s pantry, massive center island with bar seating, and additional dining space for informal meals. Expansive family room with fireplace keeps a versatile vibe with just an open or close of glass sliding pocket doors revealing the backyard oasis. Covered lounging space leads out to the resort-like backyard surrounded by towering lush greenery. Astounding pool features a water slide, waterfalls, baja shelf, and grotto. Crafted for the aspiring athlete, is a gym located on the right wing of the house with direct access to the full sized sports court equipped for tennis & basketball. Adjacent, is a covered tennis pavilion with a bathroom and wet bar, perfectly designed to entertain and watch games. The second level welcomes you to an additional family room, oversized ensuite bedrooms, and laundry room. The romantic master retreat boasts refined luxury with beamed ceilings, a stunning fireplace, extensive balcony, dual walk in closets, and a sophisticated bathroom with separate sinks, vanity area, soaking tub, and walk in shower. Additional world class amenities include a home theater, main floor ensuite bedroom, smart home system, security system, extra long driveway with room to park multiple cars, boats, etc., and more. This unmatched trophy estate was built with unparalleled levels of execution for the most discerning clientele.

A dilapidated addition at the rear of this Glebe home was removed and replaced. The floor area was increased which made it possible to substantially increase the size of the kitchen while improving the visual connection to the quiet park and pond adjacent to the property. The room exudes a calm elegance; subtle paint colours and white oak flooring create a tranquil atmosphere, while trim and plaster mouldings are used to highlight and define openings. Two doorways link the kitchen to the formal dining room – making entertaining and hosting dinner parties a dream. Traditional and antique fixtures and furnishings such as the armoire, the table and chairs in the breakfast nook, glass-fronted cabinetry, and European style windows all enhance the old world charm of the house. The kitchen features a bay window and sitting area which has picturesque views of the park. A French door gives direct access to the back terrace. A sleek black and stainless faucet and dramatic chandelier create contrast in the all-white kitchen. Caesarstone countertops, glass-front cabinets, and crown mouldings tie into the home’s Parisian-inspired interior. Photography: Adrien Williams

Vaulted ceilings. Direct access to deck. Stone chimney. Timber mantel from old barn on site.
Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept medium tone wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling living room remodel in Other with beige walls, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv