Example of a large farmhouse light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen design in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, concrete countertops, blue backsplash, glass tile backsplash, an island, gray countertops, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets and stainless steel appliances

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The Simplifire 58" wall-mounted electric fireplace

Brian Furkin
Example of a mid-sized classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen design in Louisville with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, laminate countertops, beige backsplash, cement tile backsplash, colored appliances and an island

Jim Scmid
Transitional medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Charlotte with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, white walls and an island

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Scott Hargis Photography
Example of a small minimalist master medium tone wood floor bedroom design in Los Angeles with white walls

build a wooden enclosure for the electrical panel the we upgraded for this home
Mid-sized exterior home photo in Los Angeles

Brandon Shigeta
Example of a large minimalist l-shaped kitchen design in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white cabinets

Interior Design by Karly Kristina Design Photography by SnowChimp Creative
Example of a large trendy open concept brown floor and dark wood floor living room design in Vancouver with gray walls, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a tile fireplace

Custom Vauxhall Collection lanterns mounted on the over a front entry on Town Holmes in Charlotte, NC
Minimalist home design photo in Charlotte

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic formal and open concept wall-mounted electric, light wood floor and white floor living room remodel in San Francisco with a remote control, white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a tv stand

This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Photography Eric Roth Photo

Peter A. Sellar
Example of a mid-sized classic l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen pantry design in Toronto with white cabinets, wood countertops and open cabinets

Electric lift cabinet doors, with a single tap of a finger.
Kitchen - modern kitchen idea in San Diego

Add a modern touch to your patio with the Bromic Platinum Smart-Heat™ Electric heaters. Adding the recessed mounting kits allows the heaters to virtually disappear into their surroundings for a sleek finish.

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Electric Fireplace for ambiance
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