The outdoor living space in this home is stunning. There is a strong continuity in this home inside and out that makes this home feel so inviting. No space in this home feels disconnected from the rest.

The side of a gray two-story colonial with a new meter socket and disconnect box, a tall conduit service mast running up the siding to the roofline, hydrangeas in front.

Side of a gray-sided cape with a brick chimney, a new meter socket with main disconnect and a conduit mast running up the wall to the overhead service drop.

strange and disconnected partially built low rise seat and shelving. Dining had no feeling of purpose, ambiance or usefulness - dark and dreary. Christine Rae

Mark Lohman
Large eclectic open concept painted wood floor and multicolored floor family room photo in Los Angeles with white walls and a wall-mounted tv

Homeowner needed more light, more room, more style. We knocked out the wall between kitchen and dining room and replaced old window with a larger one. New stained cabinets, Soapstone countertops, and full-height tile backsplash turned this once inconvenient,d ark kitchen into an inviting and beautiful space. We relocated the refrigerator and applied cabinet panels. The new duel-fuel range provides the utmost in cooking options. A farm sink brings another appealing design element into the clean-up area. New lighting plan includes undercabinet lighting, recessed lighting in the dining room, and pendant light fixtures over the island. New wood flooring was woven in with existing to create a seamless expanse of beautiful hardwood. New wood beams were stained to match the floor bringing even more warmth and charm to this kitchen.

Before: Bulky cabinetry dominated the entrance, making the space feel closed off and crowded. The old U-shaped layout made the kitchen feel confined and disconnected from the rest of the home, lacked efficient prep space and made navigating the space awkward for more than one person at a time.

Transitional porcelain tile entry hall photo with gray walls and a white front door

The client wanted a deck to be connected to the rest of the yard and transition to the upper deck 10ft of grade to the patio on grade. The centrally located circular kitchen area services both the patio and the upper deck and gives lots of options whether it’s just the family or a party for 50. Minimizing rails and stairs during the transition from the upper deck to the lower deck on grade was critical to the clients. Adding the kitchen to the project without obstructing the view out the rear patio doors was also an important request from the client. The WOLF PVC Black Walnut accents and fascia really sets off the Driftwood field. Dutch Quality weathered ledge stone was used in the kitchen with a granite counter. Custom welded aluminum rails and EP Henry Bristol pavers are also featured. The built in flower beds extend the feel of the patio area and allow for plantings to be added. This project turned an unusable back yard and disconnected elevated deck into cohesive multi-level living space.

Here is a perfect example of the power of the right color selection!! The before pic shows a building that was completely disconnected,, Several colors and textures need to be unified to create a clean modern updated business..

Inspiration for a modern patio remodel in Los Angeles

Living and Dining Rooms were designed as one Great Room with separate zones and different sitting areas. The ceiling is disconnected from the window walls to emphasize the feel of never ending vistas. Photographer: Emily Minton Redfield

Irvin Serrano
Large contemporary brown one-story wood house exterior idea in Portland Maine with a shed roof

Example of a small classic single-wall dark wood floor wet bar design in Chicago with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash and marble countertops

Hillside Garden Designed by Kim Rooney Landscape architect, located in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle Washington. This photo was taken by Eva Blanchard Photography.

This covered space provides a place to sit and relax while others enjoy the pool without feeling disconnected. Choose your seat at the table or pull up a stool at the bar!

This room is an excellent place to have a reading spot and disconnect. We keep the open vibe with these white oak hand scraped hardwood floors for your main and second levels, along with stainless railings with glass panels. Photography by: Alexia Foster-Williamson

Before. The family room and front office were compartmentalized and disconnected from the kitchen.
Large transitional open concept light wood floor and wall paneling family room photo in Denver with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a media wall