Selecting an architect is an important decision in any construction project. However, if you are looking to build in LA, it is even more so. To engage the right architect around LA is perhaps one of the most crucial decisions of the venture. The architect and his team can become invaluable not only in their ability to communicate easily with you, and give shape to your ideas, but also to act as liaison with local authorities and construction companies.

More Projects, welcome to website: www.maxdiashop.com, or INS: maxdia_home 1. Handmade with cotton and linen blended thick fabric. The color of the base fabric is cream. 2. Easily installed in minutes with all necessary hardware included, lift cords are on the right side. 3. Lifting track is made of a robust aircraft aluminum alloy. Each shade can be adjusted to any position due to our unique speed reducer and self-locking device. 4. Standard shade is unlined, can block out 65% of light, privacy lining and blackout lining can be selected for a custom order. 5. Attached to the headrail with a velcro strip that holds tightly for daily use but is easy to pull off when you want to wash them. They are great for people with dust allergies, families with small children or homeowners with pets.

Product: Authentic Thick Limestone Pool Coping elements for pool edge Ancient Surfaces Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com The design of external living spaces is known as the 'Al Fresco' space design as it is called in Italian. 'Al Fresco' translates in 'the open' or 'the cool/fresh exterior'. Customizing a contemporary swimming pool or spa into a traditional Italian Mediterranean pool can be easily achieved by selecting one of our most prized surfaces, 'The Foundation Slabs' pool coping Oolitic planks. The ease and cosines of this outdoor Mediterranean pool and spa experience will evoke in most a feeling of euphoria and exultation that on only gets while being surrounded with the pristine beauty of nature. This powerful feeling of unison with all has been known in our early recorded human history thought many primitive civilizations as a way to get people closer to the ultimate truth. A very basic but undisputed truth and that's that we are all connected to the great mother earth and to it's powerful life force that we are all a part of...

This family asked us to build a heavy-duty functioning kitchen and adjoining family room. They wanted a clean-lined traditional white kitchen. Our priority involved form following function as well as sourcing durable materials and finishes. In addition to the cabinets, we custom designed every inch of the kitchen including the wire-brushed oak island, kitchen desk cabinet, tambour-door appliance garages, easily-moveable prep cart, and reclaimed wood/metal table.

Zipi & Zape modern chairs are almost like twins but with a slight difference in shape: one is round while the other is pentagonal - both are extremely adorable and will easily fit into any room’s modern decor. Are these chairs or footstools? They’re actually both, which means you’ll have plenty of ways to use them. These chairs are custom made in Spain, by world-renowned manufacturer Famaliving. Pine wood and MDF are used in their construction and they have a unique webbing system for the suspension and support - all of these features will ensure durability and help prolong the lifespan of the chairs. When it comes to design, you have the option of selecting more than 600 different types of colored and patterned fabrics to best match the overall look of your office or living space. The legs can also come in metal or wood, with wood having various colors to choose from. We deliver Nationwide! Visit our showroom at: Famaliving San Diego 401 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 Questions? Ready to purchase? Tel. 1-619-900-7674 sandiego@famaliving.com

"About This Project: This modern dream home is truly an engineering marvel that features one-of-a-kind details from the sleek and inviting entryways, to the tranquil living spaces. This 6,500 SF house includes five bedrooms, five bathrooms, as well as some special features custom designed by the homeowner which infuses international touches from his extensive travels. Dubbed an ""uber contemporary"", this property offers crisp lines with minimal moldings leaving absolutely no room for imperfections. Its modern and contemporary design make it a unique sight to behold and easily the most stylish home in the neighborhood! MMD Construction is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, MMD Construction is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

"About This Project: This modern dream home is truly an engineering marvel that features one-of-a-kind details from the sleek and inviting entryways, to the tranquil living spaces. This 6,500 SF house includes five bedrooms, five bathrooms, as well as some special features custom designed by the homeowner which infuses international touches from his extensive travels. Dubbed an ""uber contemporary"", this property offers crisp lines with minimal moldings leaving absolutely no room for imperfections. Its modern and contemporary design make it a unique sight to behold and easily the most stylish home in the neighborhood! 41 West is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, 41 West is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

"About This Project: This modern dream home is truly an engineering marvel that features one-of-a-kind details from the sleek and inviting entryways, to the tranquil living spaces. This 6,500 SF house includes five bedrooms, five bathrooms, as well as some special features custom designed by the homeowner which infuses international touches from his extensive travels. Dubbed an ""uber contemporary"", this property offers crisp lines with minimal moldings leaving absolutely no room for imperfections. Its modern and contemporary design make it a unique sight to behold and easily the most stylish home in the neighborhood! 41 West is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, 41 West is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

Time Frame: 6 Weeks // Budget: $20,000 // Design Fee: $3,750 This young family owns a home in Ganesha Hills in Pomona. After living with “apartment” furniture for a couple of years, they decided it was time to upgrade and invest in furnishings that were more suited to their taste and lifestyle. Family friendly and comfortable, but still stylish, is what was requested. I achieved that by selecting quality/durable pieces of furniture for the foundation of the room and then decorated with accessories that have a bit of a “glam” factor, which can easily be changed out when they want a new look. I designed a custom wood bar top with steel supports for seating at the kitchen peninsula. Before there was no seating in the kitchen. This helps join the kitchen and family room and provides a spot for the kids to eat and do homework. The fireplace was updated with a new custom wood mantle and matching hearth. I had the walls painted from a yellow to a neutral greige. Custom window coverings include grey silk drapes in the family room and pleated Roman shades in the kitchen. For a bit of added sparkle, I replaced the 2 existing pendants with 2 mini chandeliers over the peninsula. The overall look is family friendly, but stylish with a bit of sparkle. Photo // Jami Abbadessa

More Projects, welcome to website: www.maxdiashop.com, or INS: @maxdia_home 1. Handmade with cotton and linen blended thick fabric. The color of the base fabric is cream. 2. Easily installed in minutes with all necessary hardware included, lift cords are on the right side. 3. Lifting track is made of a robust aircraft aluminum alloy. Each shade can be adjusted to any position due to our unique speed reducer and self-locking device. 4. Standard shade is unlined, can block out 65% of light, privacy lining and blackout lining can be selected for a custom order. 5. Attached to the headrail with a velcro strip that holds tightly for daily use but is easy to pull off when you want to wash them. They are great for people with dust allergies, families with small children or homeowners with pets.

Folkers Window Company also builds patios and Florida sun rooms. We can build from the ground up or we take your existing patio/deck and start from there. indoors. Call the fine folks at Folkers.

The 20-year-old kitchen originally in this home was dark and segmented and was in dire need of a makeover to bring in the light. Overlooking the harbor, the space needed to reflect the view it held, and its small area was a challenge. However, Classic Kitchens & Interiors set to work taking down ceilings, removing columns and relocating rooms to create a series of fresh, bright and open spaces that includes a much larger kitchen with three islands, and a pass-through pantry. With water views all around, the homeowners selected Pescara inset with hidden dust rail in Nordic White for their perimeter cabinets, and Hale Blue for the center island for a beachy blue and white coastal theme. The cabinets feature decorative end panels with lock mitered corners, and the cabinetry crown is simple and understated to easily blend with the room base molding. The large center island countertop has embedded supports to allow a large overhang for oversized stools. The wet bar is designed with Chatham Recessed cabinetry in a high-gloss Hale Blue finish with the continuing marble countertop and brushed brass and glass shelving. Designed by Rebecca Brown Classic Kitchens & Interiors Hyannis, MA

Product: Authentic Thick Limestone Pool Coping elements for pool edge Ancient Surfaces Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com The design of external living spaces is known as the 'Al Fresco' space design as it is called in Italian. 'Al Fresco' translates in 'the open' or 'the cool/fresh exterior'. Customizing a contemporary swimming pool or spa into a traditional Italian Mediterranean pool can be easily achieved by selecting one of our most prized surfaces, 'The Foundation Slabs' pool coping Oolitic planks. The ease and cosines of this outdoor Mediterranean pool and spa experience will evoke in most a feeling of euphoria and exultation that on only gets while being surrounded with the pristine beauty of nature. This powerful feeling of unison with all has been known in our early recorded human history thought many primitive civilizations as a way to get people closer to the ultimate truth. A very basic but undisputed truth and that's that we are all connected to the great mother earth and to it's powerful life force that we are all a part of...

The 9 Piece Capistrano Square Dining Set by Forever Patio (FP-CAP-9SQDN-MC) will make every outdoor dining experience memorable with its ample seating and elegance to match. The set seats 8 adults comfortably, and includes 8 dining chairs and a dining table with a glass top. This set features variegated Mocha wicker with half-round strands that create a luxurious, contemporary look and feel. Each strand of wicker is infused with UV-inhibitors that prevent cracking, chipping and fading ordinarily caused by sunlight. Every piece is constructed with thick-gauged, powder-coated aluminum frames that make the set extremely durable and corrosion resistant. Also included with the set are cushions covered in fade- and mildew-resistant Sunbrella® fabric, available in a wide selection of colors. The comfort, beauty and quality of this dining set make it one that you will enjoy for years to come. Set includes: eight (8) dining chairs with cushions and one (1) dining table with a glass top. Features: High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) all-weather wicker is infused with UV inhibitors that prevent fading and cracking ordinarily caused by sunlight. Half-round wicker design gives it a more tactile, luxurious look and texture. Thick-gauged, powder-coated aluminum frame offers long lasting durability and rust resistance. Sunbrella® cushion covers provide unmatched fade, moisture and mildew resistance, and can be easily unzipped for cleaning. Cushions are made from quick-drying polyurethane foam wrapped in moisture and mildew-eliminating Dacron fibers. Tempered glass table top designed for outdoor exposure. Full-sized design provides deep, comfortable seating. Compare dimensions to lesser brands to see the difference! Designed to match the entire Capistrano Collection. Call to build your own custom set.

Example of a trendy patio design in Austin

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Kitchen - transitional ceramic tile kitchen idea in Boston with a double-bowl sink, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

In this family room we were wanting to reduce the heat but still let lots of natural light come into the room. The Hunter Douglas Duette Architella Skylift shades worked out perfectly. We selected a color that blended with the wood on the ceiling so that the shades became a backdrop to the room. We did these with power view so our client can easily move the shades with the push of a button.

The guest room was completely transformed with the selection of an accent color, simple wall art, new bedding and mirrored accent furniture. The mirrored bookcase was accessorized and simple accessories were placed on the night stands and accent table. The bedding was kept neutral to allow for the addition of an accent color that could be easily changed out for seasonal purposes.

This remodeling story is a wonderful example of how removing and shifting walls can have an amazing impact on the functionality and visual appeal of an entire level of a home. When our clients reached out to us, they were looking to create an open concept Kitchen that would allow for easy entertaining. The couple had recently purchased this townhome so his mother could be closer to the family. The existing floorplan offered first floor living, but the Kitchen was tucked in the back and was separated from the rest of the living space by a full wall with a small pass through into the Dining Room. Our design involved removing the dividing wall between the Dining Room and Kitchen as well as the fake columns and beam that separated the Dining Room and Living Room. The entire space was opened up to allow for easy flow and view throughout the first floor living space. The wall shared by the Kitchen and large Master Bedroom was shifted back just enough to provide a full wall of additional cabinetry including a much-needed large double Pantry cabinet. Now that we had opened up the Kitchen area we could focus on the cabinetry layout and selections. The existing wood toned cabinets were replaced with white cabinets and crown molding to match the rest of the home. The larger, open space allowed for more cabinetry and the addition of an island with new undermount sink, dishwasher and convenient trash pullout along with seating for the grandchildren. A new range hood was installed and vented to the exterior of the house to replace the old recirculating hood. We were able to repurpose the some of the existing cabinets for use above the washer and dryer in the adjoining Laundry Room and swapped out the existing swinging door for a pocket door to free up traffic flow when doing Laundry and working in the Kitchen. The slate-look ceramic tile was replaced with a pre-engineered hardwood floor that creates a sense of warmth while easy to clean. The new Cambria countertop compliments the slate-look tile found in the Dining Room and Living Room and a natural field tile backsplash offsets the cabinets beautifully. The single fluorescent ceiling light was outdated and did not provide adequate lighting for the new Kitchen. The new lighting plan was carefully thought out to provide general illumination through well placed recessed lighting; task lighting through pendant lighting over the island and under cabinet lighting; and aesthetic fluidity with an eye-catching chandelier for the Dining Room table. Special details include a touch faucet, under counter microwave and glass front cabinetry for displaying dishes. By removing and shifting walls, we improved the entire flow of the first floor visually as well as functionally and created a beautiful, light-filled space for cooking and entertaining. Grandma can easily prepare meals in her new Kitchen and still chat with her guests and grandchildren who love to sit at the island as well as in the adjoining Dining Room and Living Room. The Benson Homes team really enjoyed creating this space for this family and we hope they will enjoy spending time with friends and family for years to come.