No more orange wood... There was so much cherry and fir throughout the main floor, the color was distracting and dated, as was the older fireplace surround and flanking shelves. The clients wished to modernize the aesthetic, update and improve the appliances (with a fully plumbed espresso machine), and lighten the visual load in the family room. To dramatically change the scale of an architectural element, the space still needed to feel livable. A larger fireplace profile, larger appliances, and a larger island were all key considerations for the final look and balance of the project.

No more orange wood... There was so much cherry and fir throughout the main floor, the color was distracting and dated, as was the older fireplace surround and flanking shelves. The clients wished to modernize the aesthetic, update and improve the appliances (with a fully plumbed espresso machine), and lighten the visual load in the family room. To dramatically change the scale of an architectural element, the space still needed to feel livable. A larger fireplace profile, larger appliances, and a larger island were all key considerations for the final look and balance of the project.

Plenty of light in this kitchen remodel by Angie! Paired with the rich, transitional cabinets the MSI Cashmere Carrarra countertops, light natural stone backsplash and white walls make this kitchen remodel feel incredibly open and airy. Large stainless pulls blend well with the appliances and don't distract from the overall beauty of the space. The Dura Supreme stained Cherry Hazelnut finish on a wide modified shaker door and drawer front creates a transitional feel when paired with the other muted selections that really let the cabinetry shine! Schedule a free consultation with one of our designers today: https://paramount-kitchens.com/

Solid Apollo LED. In this kitchen remodel, LED strip lighting was used to bring bright lighting without the hassle of using traditional lighting which could distract from the carefully choosen cabinets, tiles and other kitchen features. The LED strip light was choosen in the warm white color and is used on the undercabinets and over the cabinet areas for extra light and to highlight the cabinetry design. One diffuiculty was the number of windows between the cabinets, and to avoid unneccessary exposed wiring, the owner placed low voltage wiring in the wall feeding into the bottom of each cabinet. To control all of the lights at once, the Glide Dimmer Wireless Remote was used to fully dim the lights and to turn them on and off.

DRM Design Group provided Landscape Architecture and construction services for this Bixby country residence. The project consisted of a native plant palette, drip irrigation system, outdoor lighting, tree protection and low impact construction practices, custom metal trellis and arbors. The layout was simple and clean so as to not distract from the natural beauty of their surroundings.

design: Studio TOOP, 2008 location: Vianen, NL status: built in 2008, Tuinvreugd photo: Jolanthe Lalkens, 2009 This front garden needed to make a link with the newly built contemporary home and its gorgeous view. The key was for the design not to compete with either. Strokes of three types of grass and textural interest and privacy while not distracting you from the main focus of the garden: the view!

These bespoke fitted alcove TV, display and storage cabinets were handcrafted by Claude Clémaron for a period property in southwest London. The green-painted oak cabinetry provides a variety of open and concealed storage. Tall bifold doors are designed to hide the large black TV screen when it’s not in use and maintain the aesthetic of the living space. The made to measure, floor to ceiling cabinets have been made in natural oak and painted green, in a deep, heritage shade. The spray painted matt finish retains the beautiful appearance of the oak wood’s grain and texture. The painted finish is Green Smoke no 47 by Farrow and Ball, a smoky green, popular in late 19th century interiors. LED lights enhance the units with a subtle glow, while also illuminating the items on display. Timeless craftsmanship for classic interiors The classic bespoke built-in cabinetry features fluted pilasters, decorative elements resembling a column and the mark of fine craftsmanship. Flutes are vertical concave grooves carved into the surface of the pilaster, adding texture and visual interest to the pilaster and bringing a luxuriously elegant look to the cabinetry. The lower cupboards feature soft closing, push to open doors, handle-free doors. This has the effect of a panelled look without the distraction of extra hardware. Bespoke solid oak library ladder The beautifully crafted library ladder enables the user to reach the upper shelves of the cabinets. The ladder hooks on to the handmade aged black steel rails incorporated onto the cabinets. Made in solid oak for strength, stability and style, the ladder will last for decades. Built in fire surround with mantle We created a simple built in integrated fire surround with a shallow decorative mantle for the existing wood burner stove. The fake chimneybreast for the fireplace has a distinctive panel design and visually connects the two alcove cabinets to appear as one continuous wall fitment.

A Bold Yet Simple Cherry Kitchen Remodel by Matt at Uncharted Design This cherry kitchen remodel by Matt at Uncharted Design blends bold style with simple elegance. The original space was closed off by load-bearing walls, limiting light and flow. By removing those barriers, Matt opened the room dramatically, allowing natural light to flood in and connect the kitchen to the rest of the home. Rich cherry cabinets anchor the design with timeless warmth, paired with matte black hardware for a clean, modern contrast. Southwest-style tile adds regional charm without distracting from the stunning mountain view—its earthy tones and geometric patterns echo the desert landscape beyond. A central island provides seating, storage, and prep space, topped with creamy quartz for a refined finish. Every detail reflects the homeowner’s vision of “simple but bold,” executed with expert craftsmanship and thoughtful design. Matt at Uncharted Design delivers spaces that feel personal, functional, and beautifully connected to their surroundings—this remodel is a perfect example.

Affordable housing projects can meet resistance. We hoped to create a quality home that would complement the neighborhood, and broke up the massing with a covered porch at the front of the building that adds visual interest and provides an outdoor space for the family. This building contains two units. Both units include living area on the ground floor, with the unit on the right being accessible. The second unit also has bedrooms on the second floor, making the unit feel more spacious than it really is. This building was built with a slab on grade, and the front porch also helps to distract from the very close to grade nature of the first floor.

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In keeping with the character of the home, we opted for ceiling mount fixtures instead of recessed. Rejuvenation's "Jefferson" fixture in brightly polished nickel is fun, without being distracting. Photo credits: Dr. Dale Lang, NW Architectural Photography

Kitchen Over 150K If you ever found yourself shopping for a new home, finding a model home, falling in love with this model home and immediately signing on the dotted line. Yet after a few months of moving into your new home you realize that the kitchen and the layout of main level will not work out for your lifestyle. The model home you fell in love with was furnished with beautiful furniture distracting you from concentrating on what is really important to you. This is what happened to this couple in Ashburn, VA, after purchasing their dream home. The kitchen lacked natural light, while its location was not ideal and was disrupting their daily routine. After a careful review of the kitchen design, a plan was formed to upgrade the kitchen. Their kitchen was moved to a location between the two-story family room and front dining room. To the left of the family room there was a breakfast eating area that was not serving any purpose. Our design incorporated the breakfast area placed along a couple feet from an adjacent pantry space to create this new dream kitchen. By knocking down a few bearing walls, we have placed the main sink area under large backside windows. Now the kitchen can look into their beautiful backyard. A major load bearing wall between the old breakfast room and adjacent two-story family was taken down and a big steel beam took the place of that, creating a large seamless connection between the new kitchen and the rest of the home. A large island was implemented with a prep sink, microwave, and with lots of seating space around it. Large scale professional appliances along with stunning mosaic backsplash tiles complement this amazing kitchen design. Double barn style door in front of the pantry area sets off this storage space tucked away from rest of the kitchen. All the old tile was removed and a matching wide plank distressed wood floor was installed to create a seamless connection to rest of the home. A matching butler pantry cabinet area just outside of dining room and a wine station/drink serving area between family room and main foyer were added to better utilize the multi-function needs of the family. The custom inset cabinetry with double layers and exotic stone counter top, distressed ceiling beams, and other amenities are just a few standouts of this project.

The Klein condo is a penthouse unit overlooking the beautiful back bay of Orange Beach, AL. The original kitchen was put in by the developer and lacked a wow factor as well as the organization and functionality that the Klein's desired to fit their cooking and entertaining needs. The right side of the kitchen is a wall of floor to ceiling windows that bring in the beautiful scenery of the bay. It was important to the client to create a kitchen that would enhance and compliment the water view rather than distract from it. We chose the Bristol door, a wide stile shaker, because of it's clean and simple lines. Wellborn's Willow paint served as the perfect compliment to the cool blue tones from the bay view that poured into the kitchen. We made sure to use every inch of space for functional storage; from a lazy susan in the tight left corner, to a tall pull-out cabinet left of the fridge, to custom fitting a cabinet front all the way to the angled wall on the right side of the kitchen. Mrs. Klein wanted a large smooth surface for baking, so we created a double-sided island that gave her a 50" deep smooth countertop with waterfall ends. The Klein's also wanted to incorporate a large wet bar near the kitchen to use for entertaining and display. We used the same finishes and moldings, but added some glass doors and glass shelves to reflect the water views. The bar includes two spice rack pull-outs that are used for liquor bottle storage. This renovation transformed the Klein's drab, builder level kitchen into a custom, highly functional kitchen & bar that harmonizes with the beautiful bay views that encompass it.

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Since the pandemic more of us are working from home and loving it. Working from home can often means “repurposing.” A spare bedroom becomes a home office, and that sometimes means a less-than-comfortable place to work. Then there’s the distraction of a busy family and friendly dog just down the hall. The owners of this Minneapolis home wanted a bigger, more private place to work from home. With harsh Minnesota winters, they also needed a big garage to both cars, lawn and garden equipment and recreational toys The design accomplished both: A second floor, finished, private work from home but not-in-the-home office above a big two+ car garage. This 24’ X 24’ garage can easily fit two cars and lots of recreational and maintenance equipment. With the stairs located inside the garage there’s no worry about slipping on icy, snowy stairs each winter. The second-floor office is fully finished and heated. It’s become the perfect home office just a few steps from the back door. The new garage/office was designed to match the exterior of the existing home in both style and color. Landscaping has just begun and will tie the home and garage together. The owners get lots of questions from curious neighbors about this project because this design could work with many homes in this neighborhood. A similar design could accommodate a second-floor apartment, art or yoga studio.

Bathroom - large contemporary 3/4 beige tile bathroom idea in Orange County with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets and marble countertops

Themed, colorful wall distracts from adjoining home. Fire pit with built-in seating is perfect to deal with windy days. Strip views are unparalleled.
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Sleek & Modern Basement Home Gym This glass-enclosed home gym seamlessly integrates fitness into a stylish basement design. The frameless glass doors create a sense of openness while providing a dedicated workout space. The minimalist aesthetic is complemented by neutral tones, recessed lighting, and sleek wall-mounted technology, ensuring a distraction-free workout experience. The luxury vinyl plank flooring adds warmth and durability, making it perfect for both high-impact training and everyday exercise. A wall-mounted TV offers entertainment or guided workouts, while a compact wall-mounted weight rack maximizes space efficiency. Positioned within an entertainment-driven basement, this home gym is ideal for those who want to maintain their fitness routine while staying connected to the home’s social atmosphere. Modern, functional, and stylish—this basement gym proves that fitness and design can coexist beautifully.

Low slung furniture does not distract from the view in this Florida project
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