Photo credit: Bates Masi + Architects
Inspiration for a modern galley light wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in New York with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, paneled appliances and an island

A rich gold velvet on the overscaled wing chair and reflective gold stools catch the light.
Example of a mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor bedroom design in New York with blue walls

Sleep in old-world grandeur with the Cambridge Bedding Collection. The elaborate damask face is jacquard woven and reverses to silken bronze, and the decorative shams and pillows are accented with beautiful piecings and trimmings.

The comfortable elegance of this French-Country inspired home belies the challenges faced during its conception. The beautiful, wooded site was steeply sloped requiring study of the location, grading, approach, yard and views from and to the rolling Pennsylvania countryside. The client desired an old world look and feel, requiring a sensitive approach to the extensive program. Large, modern spaces could not add bulk to the interior or exterior. Furthermore, it was critical to balance voluminous spaces designed for entertainment with more intimate settings for daily living while maintaining harmonic flow throughout. The result home is wide, approached by a winding drive terminating at a prominent facade embracing the motor court. Stone walls feather grade to the front façade, beginning the masonry theme dressing the structure. A second theme of true Pennsylvania timber-framing is also introduced on the exterior and is subsequently revealed in the formal Great and Dining rooms. Timber-framing adds drama, scales down volume, and adds the warmth of natural hand-wrought materials. The Great Room is literal and figurative center of this master down home, separating casual living areas from the elaborate master suite. The lower level accommodates casual entertaining and an office suite with compelling views. The rear yard, cut from the hillside, is a composition of natural and architectural elements with timber framed porches and terraces accessed from nearly every interior space flowing to a hillside of boulders and waterfalls. The result is a naturally set, livable, truly harmonious, new home radiating old world elegance. This home is powered by a geothermal heating and cooling system and state of the art electronic controls and monitoring systems.

Paint: SW7005 Pure White Reed Brown Photography
Inspiration for a timeless white two-story brick exterior home remodel in Nashville

Rob Schwerdt
Eat-in kitchen - huge traditional u-shaped ceramic tile eat-in kitchen idea with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The Clients contacted Cecil Baker + Partners to reconfigure and remodel the top floor of a prominent Philadelphia high-rise into an urban pied-a-terre. The forty-five story apartment building, overlooking Washington Square Park and its surrounding neighborhoods, provided a modern shell for this truly contemporary renovation. Originally configured as three penthouse units, the 8,700 sf interior, as well as 2,500 square feet of terrace space, was to become a single residence with sweeping views of the city in all directions. The Client’s mission was to create a city home for collecting and displaying contemporary glass crafts. Their stated desire was to cast an urban home that was, in itself, a gallery. While they enjoy a very vital family life, this home was targeted to their urban activities - entertainment being a central element. The living areas are designed to be open and to flow into each other, with pockets of secondary functions. At large social events, guests feel free to access all areas of the penthouse, including the master bedroom suite. A main gallery was created in order to house unique, travelling art shows. Stemming from their desire to entertain, the penthouse was built around the need for elaborate food preparation. Cooking would be visible from several entertainment areas with a “show” kitchen, provided for their renowned chef. Secondary preparation and cleaning facilities were tucked away. The architects crafted a distinctive residence that is framed around the gallery experience, while also incorporating softer residential moments. Cecil Baker + Partners embraced every element of the new penthouse design beyond those normally associated with an architect’s sphere, from all material selections, furniture selections, furniture design, and art placement. Barry Halkin and Todd Mason Photography

Durasupreme silverton panel door in cherry smoke stain finish, low gloss sheen used for the island, wet bar, and coffee area. Perimeter grey tone painted cabinets in a custom color match per client’s request was specified. Shadow storm granite and cambria whitney quartz were used in combination to set off the cabinet colors. The existing floors were refinished during the project in a neutral tone. The ceiling was detailed in a classic tongue and groove board in a white paint finish as well as the wainscot wall panels and window trim. Expert installation is always a must for projects that entail stack crowned molding as elaborate as this installation. When working in historical homes, or homes of age that have leveling issues, stacked crown molding can hide the fact the ceilings may not be parallel to the floor.

Gilbertson Photography
Cottage exterior home idea in Minneapolis

Mary Parker Architectural Photography
Staircase - large traditional wooden l-shaped metal railing staircase idea in DC Metro with painted risers

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Design: Charlie & Co Design | Interiors: Twist Interior Design | Landscaping: TOPO | Photography: Steve Henke of Henke Studio

INFINITY collection is the result of a long and elaborate search of aesthetical solutions, the fruit of long-term experience of Italian architects who brought to life all the most modern and exquisite tendencies of today. Purity of lines, quality of materials, innovations in design, exquisiteness of form – all that has absolute superiority in itself.

Modern design relies on form — geometric shapes, straight lines or perfect circles and ovals. The Modern form eschews the ornate and elaborately patterned and instead relies on bold statements for impact, such as pops of color. “Welcome serenity and clean lines. High contrast between trim, walls and doors helps to define a space and give it strong visual interest and emphasize architectural details,” said Patrick Ege, leading industrial designer with Masonite.

Bathroom - traditional bathroom idea in Chicago

High atop a wooded dune, a quarter-mile-long steel boardwalk connects a lavish garage/loft to a 6,500-square-foot modern home with three distinct living spaces. The stunning copper-and-stone exterior complements the multiple balconies, Ipe decking and outdoor entertaining areas, which feature an elaborate grill and large swim spa. In the main structure, which uses radiant floor heat, the enchanting wine grotto has a large, climate-controlled wine cellar. There is also a sauna, elevator, and private master balcony with an outdoor fireplace.

Wet bar - mid-sized traditional single-wall porcelain tile and multicolored floor wet bar idea in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and mirror backsplash

This renovated space included a newly designed, elaborate bar, a comfortable entertainment area, a full bathroom, and a large open children’s play area. Several wall mounted televisions, and a fully integrated surround sound system throughout the whole finished space make this a perfect spot for watching sports or catching a movie. Photo credit: Perko Photography

Front door - traditional front door idea in Dallas with a black front door

Example of a tuscan dining room design in Hyderabad