Kitchen - large contemporary l-shaped concrete floor and gray floor kitchen idea in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, an undermount sink, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops and ceramic backsplash

Audio Den
Inspiration for a rustic living room remodel in New York with a projector screen

Elegant dark wood floor living room photo in Los Angeles with white walls and a standard fireplace

Challenge This 2001 riverfront home was purchased by the owners in 2015 and immediately renovated. Progressive Design Build was hired at that time to remodel the interior, with tentative plans to remodel their outdoor living space as a second phase design/build remodel. True to their word, after completing the interior remodel, this young family turned to Progressive Design Build in 2017 to address known zoning regulations and restrictions in their backyard and build an outdoor living space that was fit for entertaining and everyday use. The homeowners wanted a pool and spa, outdoor living room, kitchen, fireplace and covered patio. They also wanted to stay true to their home’s Old Florida style architecture while also adding a Jamaican influence to the ceiling detail, which held sentimental value to the homeowners who honeymooned in Jamaica. Solution To tackle the known zoning regulations and restrictions in the backyard, the homeowners researched and applied for a variance. With the variance in hand, Progressive Design Build sat down with the homeowners to review several design options. These options included: Option 1) Modifications to the original pool design, changing it to be longer and narrower and comply with an existing drainage easement Option 2) Two different layouts of the outdoor living area Option 3) Two different height elevations and options for the fire pit area Option 4) A proposed breezeway connecting the new area with the existing home After reviewing the options, the homeowners chose the design that placed the pool on the backside of the house and the outdoor living area on the west side of the home (Option 1). It was important to build a patio structure that could sustain a hurricane (a Southwest Florida necessity), and provide substantial sun protection. The new covered area was supported by structural columns and designed as an open-air porch (with no screens) to allow for an unimpeded view of the Caloosahatchee River. The open porch design also made the area feel larger, and the roof extension was built with substantial strength to survive severe weather conditions. The pool and spa were connected to the adjoining patio area, designed to flow seamlessly into the next. The pool deck was designed intentionally in a 3-color blend of concrete brick with freeform edge detail to mimic the natural river setting. Bringing the outdoors inside, the pool and fire pit were slightly elevated to create a small separation of space. Result All of the desirable amenities of a screened porch were built into an open porch, including electrical outlets, a ceiling fan/light kit, TV, audio speakers, and a fireplace. The outdoor living area was finished off with additional storage for cushions, ample lighting, an outdoor dining area, a smoker, a grill, a double-side burner, an under cabinet refrigerator, a major ventilation system, and water supply plumbing that delivers hot and cold water to the sinks. Because the porch is under a roof, we had the option to use classy woods that would give the structure a natural look and feel. We chose a dark cypress ceiling with a gloss finish, replicating the same detail that the homeowners experienced in Jamaica. This created a deep visceral and emotional reaction from the homeowners to their new backyard. The family now spends more time outdoors enjoying the sights, sounds and smells of nature. Their professional lives allow them to take a trip to paradise right in their backyard—stealing moments that reflect on the past, but are also enjoyed in the present.

This young suburban family transformed their sloping yard into an entertainment complex. First step was to create two levels; an upper one with lounge chairs, BBQ and outdoor dining area; and a lower one with chaise lounges and a large covered outdoor living room highlighted by a stone feature wall with fireplace and TV. (14 x 28, rectangular)

Custom fireplace with a new reclaimed wood mantle and designer side cabinets to create storage with artistic elements.
Inspiration for a large cottage open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room remodel in Orange County with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

With defined geometric angles and edges, the Ara ® Bath Collection creates a streamlined look of contemporary elegance.
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Nathan Schroder
Large elegant living room library photo in Dallas with brown walls and a standard fireplace

Beach style formal and open concept beige floor living room photo in Nashville with beige walls and a standard fireplace

Transitional l-shaped kitchen photo in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, wood countertops, multicolored backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

John Thornton
Example of a mountain style bedroom design in Austin

Corner shower - rustic 3/4 corner shower idea in Minneapolis with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, a vessel sink and gray countertops

Cottage exterior home photo in Philadelphia

Photo By: John Granen
Trendy open concept porcelain tile and gray floor living room photo in Seattle with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Making use of a rectangular room, the Jonathan Adler daybed serves as seating for two conversation areas.
Trendy living room photo in Los Angeles

Large mountain style open concept medium tone wood floor family room photo in Dallas with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a concealed tv

John Trigiani Photography - www.johntrigiani.com
Example of a trendy open concept living room design in Toronto with white walls, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

A white elegant master bathroom with chalky honed grey tile and custom half shutter detailed by the architect.
Inspiration for a large gray tile and limestone tile marble floor, double-sink and wall paneling drop-in bathtub remodel in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, an integrated sink, marble countertops and white countertops

For a couple of young web developers buying their first home in Redwood Shores, we were hired to do a complete interior remodel of a cookie cutter house originally built in 1996. The original finishes looked more like the 80s than the 90s, consisting of raised-panel oak cabinets, 12 x 12 yellow-beige floor tiles, tile counters and brown-beige wall to wall carpeting. The kitchen and bathrooms were utterly basic and the doors, fireplace and TV niche were also very dated. We selected all new finishes in tones of gray and silver per our clients’ tastes and created new layouts for the kitchen and bathrooms. We also designed a custom accent wall for their TV (very important for gamers) and track-mounted sliding 3-Form resin doors to separate their living room from their office. To animate the two story living space we customized a Mizu pendant light by Terzani and in the kitchen we selected an accent wall of seamless Caesarstone, Fuscia lights designed by Achille Castiglioni (one of our favorite modernist pendants) and designed a two-level island and a drop-down ceiling accent “cloud: to coordinate with the color of the accent wall. The master bath features a minimalist bathtub and floating vanity, an internally lit Electric Mirror and Porcelanosa tile.