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This project was an update of a basement bath. It was completed at the same time as the master bath for budget and timing efficiency.
The original bathroom was dated, dark and unpleasant. Being in a basement and without any natural light, it needed to be brightened. More storage space and improved functionality were other key priorities for the remodel.
The new bathroom features bright, fun tile, built-in shower storage to save space, and medicine cabinets. Better lighting added a brightness and warmth to the room and makes it more inviting to be in. The hanging light features bring in zippy, unique style, and a pop of color turned the old radiator into a fun feature. The reeded glass door added at the far end of the bath gives more direct access to the bathroom from the back yard, located right on a lake, and gets rid of the dead end feel.
The unique and fun tile reflects the owners’ style exactly, and the whole family enjoys the extra storage and zingy new space.

This primary bedroom connects to the outdoors via corner, sliding glass doors, providing direct access to the pool and patio. Fabric paneling covers the wall beyond the headboard.

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.
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Classic, timeless, and ideally positioned on a picturesque street in the 4000 block, discover this dream home by Jessica Koltun Home. The blend of modern architecture and transitional finishes evokes warmth while understated elegance remains constant throughout this Midway Hollow masterpiece. Countless custom features and finishes include museum-quality walls, panelled fireplace wall, reeded cabinetry, stately millwork, and white oak wood floors with custom patterns. First-floor amenities include a dedicated study, a formal and casual dining room, and a private primary suite that has direct access to the laundry room. The second floor 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.

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.

No strangers to remodeling, the new owners of this St. Paul tudor knew they could update this decrepit 1920 duplex into a single-family forever home.
A list of desired amenities was a catalyst for turning a bedroom into a large mudroom, an open kitchen space where their large family can gather, an additional exterior door for direct access to a patio, two home offices, an additional laundry room central to bedrooms, and a large master bathroom. To best understand the complexity of the floor plan changes, see the construction documents.
As for the aesthetic, this was inspired by a deep appreciation for the durability, colors, textures and simplicity of Norwegian design. The home’s light paint colors set a positive tone. An abundance of tile creates character. New lighting reflecting the home’s original design is mixed with simplistic modern lighting. To pay homage to the original character several light fixtures were reused, wallpaper was repurposed at a ceiling, the chimney was exposed, and a new coffered ceiling was created.
Overall, this eclectic design style was carefully thought out to create a cohesive design throughout the home.
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The Home
The Knollwood’s exquisite exterior is inspired by American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. It is a prairie architectural style, containing elements to blend in with the natural surroundings. This custom floorplan was specifically designed with a unique arrangement to allow each room on the main level to experience a Pikes Peak view and abundant sunlight.
A wall of sliding windows in the great room and lower recreation room showcases the panoramic view of the three-acre, treed property to blend indoor with outdoor living. The expansive covered deck offers a built-in grill, fire pit, hot tub deck and ample seating to experience the best of Colorado outdoor living.
The Master retreat includes two fireplaces, a large soaking tub and a spacious, zero-entry glass shower. The closet features a custom shelving system, tall windows and a large bench for putting on shoes or placing suitcases for packing. It also offers direct access to the main-level laundry room.
The heated garage offers generous space for four cars, plus additional space for storage or an excellent workshop. The lower-level includes three bedrooms and four baths, laundry, play area, wine room and large rec room with space for multiple game tables.
The Builder
Our goal, as Alliance Builders, is to build a home with incomparable design and functionality, while creating the perfect fit for your lifestyle and budget. As a design/build company, Alliance Builders will help with all aspects of site selection, design, construction and financing. There is no disconnect between the designer and builder. We handle it all! Our team has over 80 years of combined, new home building experience in the Colorado Springs area, and we continue due to our reputation and understanding of our customer’s wants and needs.
Alliance Builders understands the significance of customer care – before, during and after move in. As a small building company, we believe our reputation is extremely important for our future success. We invite you to visit one of our homes and see for yourself the foundation of experience our homes are built upon.
The Interior Design
The vision for The Knollwood, by Alliance Builder’s Interior Designer Jennifer Van Dyke, was to bring the beauty of the natural surroundings indoors. Rich warm woods, organic elements and soft grays are complimented by vibrant pops of color and black in this Frank Lloyd Wright meets mountain contemporary style home.
Drawing inspiration from the classic prairie-style exterior, the interior of the home creates the perfect setting to enjoy the breathtaking Pikes Peak view. The home features massive stone columns, custom wood beams and an exquisite oversized entry door. The home is enhanced with warm, wood cabinets and rich, live-sawn, oak flooring, which compliments the crisp gray wall color perfectly. Quartz waterfall accents, sleek modern light fixtures and custom tile details throughout create a luxurious feel. The beautifully designed spacious floor plan and expansive outdoor living area make this a great space for relaxing at home or entertaining!

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The master bedroom has subtle neutral tones but still has natural light. A four-foot addition was added to this suite to achieve the plethora of natural light through the skylights and a sliding door that gives the homeowners direct access to the backyard.
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The knock down & rebuild revolution is here to stay. This new modern family home replaces a tired old house that was not designed to capitalise on its location, whereas this new contemporary modern building has been designed to capitalise on the natural environment – natural sunlight, sea breezes & sea views, to create a very liveable coastal family home. This new residence with its contemporary coastal styling utilises the natural finishes of modern materials to ground this family home’s context into this locations evolving executive seaside neighbourhood. This buildings design is a balance of form & function with a deliberate consideration of passive solar liveable design techniques, designed to capture the natural sunlight, sea breezes & sea views that this property offers. This new residence has been designed with a variety of indoor & outdoor living areas to capitalise on the natural environment & climate of this property’s location. This house incorporates design elements to allow the house to be comfortable all year round, providing a variety of areas for occupants to utilise, whether it be capturing natural sunlight & warmth in winter, creating cooling cross ventilation from sea breezes in summer & then there is the direct access to a beautifully natural landscaped garden, this new house will provide the occupants with a low maintenance, healthy living environment for years to come.

Elegantly Remodeled Home with Luxe Primary Suite and Fully Fenced-In Backyard! This 4BR/2BA property entices with new vibrant landscaping, a freshly painted exterior, a stunning wood garage door, and a covered entrance. Brilliantly refashioned with chic styling, the interior features beautiful engineered white oak flooring, recessed lighting, trendy accent walls, uber-posh light fixtures, and a spacious living room. Unparalleled entertaining may be enjoyed with an open concept gourmet kitchen, which includes stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, white shaker cabinetry, center island, a gas range/oven, a French door refrigerator, premium finishes/hardware, and an adjoining dining area. Providing exceptional comfort, the oversized primary bedroom radiates tranquility with recessed lighting, direct access to the outdoor space, an extra deep closet, and a European spa-inspired en suite. Designed for holistic enjoyment, the primary en suite features a standalone soaking tub, a glass-enclosed shower, a raised dual sink vanity, a rustic barndoor, and custom tilework. Three additional bedrooms are perfectly sized for guests, home offices, or lifestyle-specific flex spaces. Other features: attached 1-car garage, laundry area, built-in wine rack, and renovated guest bathroom

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 compact bathroom has direct access to the outdoor pool and guest bedroom. Although this space is very compact it has big style! By taking the vanity backsplash up to the ceiling it tricks the eye into feeling like this room is much higher. The mix of sky blue subway tile, iridescent glass, ivory quartz and chrome finishes carry the pool theme inside.

Open plan main floor living area with corner fireplace and direct access to rear patio. Flooring is luxury wood look hand scrapped vinyl installed in herringbone pattern,

A private backyard patio designed for relaxed outdoor living, featuring a spacious concrete hardscape, wicker sectional seating, lounge furniture, and direct access through black-framed sliding glass doors. The green clapboard exterior, covered overhang, mature evergreens, and open lawn create a comfortable outdoor retreat that feels connected to the home while still offering privacy and space for entertaining.

Completely remodeled 3BD/2BA home featuring wood flooring throughout. Freshly painted inside and out. The living and dining room are open to the chef's kitchen with Energy Star appliances, quartz counters and a breakfast island, ideal for entertaining. The spacious master has direct access to the backyard, a spacious closet and a spa-like shower and a permitted 498 sq. ft. ADU.

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.

Mark Hoyle
Originally, this 3700 SF two level eclectic farmhouse from the mid 1980’s underwent design changes to reflect a more colonial style. Now, after being completely renovated with additional 2800 SF living space, it’s combined total of 6500 SF boasts an Energy Star certification of 5 stars.
Approaching this completed home, you will meander along a new driveway through the dense buffer of trees until you reach the clearing, and then circle a tiered fountain on axis with the front entry accentuating the symmetrical main structure. Many of the exterior changes included enclosing the front porch and rear screened porch, replacing windows, replacing all the vinyl siding with and fiber cement siding, creating a new front stoop with winding brick stairs and wrought iron railings as will as other additions to the left and rear of the home.
The existing interior was completely fro the studs and included modifying uses of many of the existing rooms such as converting the original dining room into an oval shaped theater with reclining theater seats, fiber-optic starlight ceiling and an 80” television with built-in surround sound. The laundry room increased in size by taking in the porch and received all new cabinets and finishes. The screened porch across the back of the house was enclosed to create a new dining room, enlarged the kitchen, all of which allows for a commanding view of the beautifully landscaped pool. The upper master suite begins by entering a private office then leads to a newly vaulted bedroom, a new master bathroom with natural light and an enlarged closet.
The major portion of the addition space was added to the left side as a part time home for the owner’s brother. This new addition boasts an open plan living, dining and kitchen, a master suite with a luxurious bathroom and walk–in closet, a guest suite, a garage and its own private gated brick courtyard entry and direct access to the well appointed pool patio.
And finally the last part of the project is the sunroom and new lagoon style pool. Tucked tightly against the rear of the home. This room was created to feel like a gazebo including a metal roof and stained wood ceiling, the foundation of this room was constructed with the pool to insure the look as if it is floating on the water. The pool’s negative edge opposite side allows open views of the trees beyond. There is a natural stone waterfall on one side of the pool and a shallow area on the opposite side for lounge chairs to be placed in it along with a hot tub that spills into the pool. The coping completes the pool’s natural shape and continues to the patio utilizing the same stone but separated by Zoysia grass keeping the natural theme. The finishing touches to this backyard oasis is completed utilizing large boulders, Tempest Torches, architectural lighting and abundant variety of landscaping complete the oasis for all to enjoy.

This 14' x 12' enclosed sunroom off the front of the home is built with local cedar and has direct access to the dining room and large master deck.
Sunroom - mid-sized coastal medium tone wood floor and brown floor sunroom idea in Other with a skylight
Sunroom - mid-sized coastal medium tone wood floor and brown floor sunroom idea in Other with a skylight

For this Lake Oconee project, I transformed a secondary living room into an inviting, multifunctional space with a modern transitional style. We started by expanding the room, knocking down a wall, and installing a fully retractable sliding door to open up direct access to the lake. The result is a seamless indoor-outdoor connection that brings the beautiful lakeside view into the room.
The layout is thoughtfully divided into four distinct zones, allowing multiple people to gather and enjoy different activities. There's a large, comfortable sectional facing the TV for casual lounging and movie nights, complemented by additional seating areas for more intimate gatherings or conversations. A chaise in one corner creates a cozy reading nook, perfect for quiet relaxation with a view. This space combines comfort and style, making it ideal for both everyday use and entertaining guests.

In the lower level, the details of the wood-clad walls continue, a bit more simply, but filled with texture and in a cozy shade of brown. The space is elaborate, yet comfortable, a perfect place for get-togethers with its bar, wine room, game area, and direct access to the patio, pool, and lake views.
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