A real estate agent turned to interior designer Dane Austin to imbue his new abode with character and beauty. Throughout the home Austin implemented pops of character and texture. "I'm kind of terrified of color but Dane did a really good job using it in a way I felt comfortable with," says the owner, who is happy with the results of Austin's labors. "I have an elevator entrance, so people walk right into the apartment. They're always surprised -- it's a really soothing space." Project designed by Boston interior design Dane Austin Design. Dane serves Boston, Cambridge, Hingham, Cohasset, Newton, Weston, Lexington, Concord, Dover, Andover, Gloucester, as well as surrounding areas. For more about Dane Austin Design, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/dupont-circle-highrise

A light, coastal-inspired bedroom featuring soft textures, tailored neutrals, and subtle blue accents. Woven details and a statement chandelier create a relaxed yet elevated, airy retreat.

A 10,355 sq ft home built ground-up on a 16,418 sq ft lot in Brentwood Park, north of Sunset. Seven bedrooms, nine bathrooms, three stories, and an elevator. New construction is rare in Brentwood Park — the lots are generous, the housing stock is old and it almost never turns over. Most of what gets built there is a renovation behind an existing façade. The lower level is the part that took the engineering. A full subterranean floor carrying a cinema, fitness studio, sauna, steam shower, temperature-controlled wine room, game lounge and bar, plus guest and staff accommodation. Basements are uncommon in Los Angeles for a reason. Above it, a chef's kitchen with marble counters, walk-in pantry, breakfast area and coffee bar, opening through retractable walls of glass to a resort-style pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and lawn. Formal dining, private office and a guest suite on the main level. Four ensuite bedrooms upstairs plus a primary suite with a private terrace, fireplace, dual dressing rooms and a book-matched marble bath. A detached guest studio with its own kitchenette and bathroom. Four fireplaces. Solar. Stone tile and wood throughout. Three-car garage behind a circular driveway. Built by Go Home Builders — CSLB License #1076807, Altadena, CA.

Rustic yet refined, this modern country retreat blends old and new in masterful ways, creating a fresh yet timeless experience. The structured, austere exterior gives way to an inviting interior. The palette of subdued greens, sunny yellows, and watery blues draws inspiration from nature. Whether in the upholstery or on the walls, trailing blooms lend a note of softness throughout. The dark teal kitchen receives an injection of light from a thoughtfully-appointed skylight; a dining room with vaulted ceilings and bead board walls add a rustic feel. The wall treatment continues through the main floor to the living room, highlighted by a large and inviting limestone fireplace that gives the relaxed room a note of grandeur. Turquoise subway tiles elevate the laundry room from utilitarian to charming. Flanked by large windows, the home is abound with natural vistas. Antlers, antique framed mirrors and plaid trim accentuates the high ceilings. Hand scraped wood flooring from Schotten & Hansen line the wide corridors and provide the ideal space for lounging.

Exterior photograph of the residence showing the outdoor pool, bar area and staircase leading to living room and main kitchen.
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This custom home office was designed as a sophisticated retreat, blending classic gentleman’s study influences with modern functionality. Rich wood cabinetry, tailored built-ins, plaid wallcoverings, and a detailed coffered ceiling create a warm, layered atmosphere full of character. Thoughtfully integrated storage and display spaces provide both practicality and visual interest, while custom millwork and refined finishes elevate the room beyond a traditional office. The result is a timeless man cave and workspace that feels polished, personal, and perfectly suited for both productivity and relaxation.

During this kitchen renovation, we reconfigured the entire layout to support a more fluid, open-concept kitchen experience. The expanded island was constructed to anchor daily living and gather guests, complementing the clean geometry of modern kitchen cabinets and integrated modern kitchen appliances. Warm materials soften the strong architectural lines, contributing to a luxury home design that feels inviting while retaining modern kitchen design sophistication. We incorporated modular kitchen ideas to improve storage and movement, ensuring the homeowners enjoy both beauty and efficiency. This reimagined space showcases the craftsmanship behind luxury custom homes and reflects our commitment to modern luxury living. The result brings together modern kitchen remodel strategies with home remodeling ideas tailored for contemporary coastal architecture.

Located on a sprawling 50-acre equestrian estate in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, a historic barn ruin was meticulously transformed into a luxurious, one-of-a-kind residence. This exquisite home beautifully marries the rustic charm of traditional post-and-beam construction with the elegance of modern luxury. Central to the design is a deep respect for the site’s heritage. The home incorporates reclaimed wood and stone salvaged from the property alongside new materials, carefully integrated into the architecture to preserve the narrative of a Pennsylvania bank barn. The thoughtful use of materials ensures the legacy of the barn is honored while elevating it to meet the standards of modern living. Serving as a testament to timeless craftsmanship, the converted barn residence features post-and-beam construction. The home’s design offers a harmonious blend of intimate living spaces and expansive entertaining areas. Four comfortable bedrooms provide ample accommodation, while the open concept main level seamlessly connects to a lower level entertainment space. The lower level opens to the courtyard and pool deck, creating a resort-like retreat within the estate’s pastoral landscape. Indoor-outdoor flow makes it an ideal setting for gatherings and large-scale entertaining, all set against the backdrop of rural Bucks County’s serene surroundings.

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A 10,355 sq ft home built ground-up on a 16,418 sq ft lot in Brentwood Park, north of Sunset. Seven bedrooms, nine bathrooms, three storeys and an elevator. New construction is rare in Brentwood Park — the lots are generous, the housing stock is old and it almost never turns over. Most of what gets built there is a renovation behind an existing façade. The lower level is the part that took the engineering. A full subterranean floor carrying a cinema, fitness studio, sauna, steam shower, temperature-controlled wine room, game lounge and bar, plus guest and staff accommodation. Basements are uncommon in Los Angeles for a reason. Above it, a chef's kitchen with marble counters, walk-in pantry, breakfast area and coffee bar, opening through retractable walls of glass to a resort-style pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and lawn. Formal dining, private office and a guest suite on the main level. Four ensuite bedrooms upstairs plus a primary suite with a private terrace, fireplace, dual dressing rooms and a book-matched marble bath. A detached guest studio with its own kitchenette and bathroom. Four fireplaces. Solar. Stone tile and wood throughout. Three-car garage behind a circular driveway. Built by Go Home Builders — CSLB License #1076807, Altadena, CA.

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Custom Home Built for Real Life Our clients came to us with a clear vision: a home that could adapt to their lifestyle and growing family. They needed a home built with intention, designed with the future in mind, and built around the routines they loved and the people they loved more. Open-Concept Living With Hosting in Mind Our clients hosted often and lived actively, so the main level had to be flexible for all of life’s moments. The goal was a space that felt grand without losing its warmth. Cooking together as a family mattered to our clients – the Wolf range, farmhouse sink, integrated appliances, and large island gave them a kitchen that flowed effortlessly while looking beautiful. This space also served as the bridge between other parts of the main level so that they would stay in view of the next. This created the perfect environment for gathering where everyone had their own spot without ever feeling apart from the whole group. For the living room, our clients wanted space that felt open without losing its warmth. Soaring ceilings created that sense of scale, while warm tones and materials, like the wood coffered ceiling and fireplace wall, kept it grounded. That same warmth carried outside, where an outdoor lounge with a fireplace and dining area made sure guests felt welcomed the moment they stepped out. A Backyard Built for Real Rest Every corner of the backyard was designed with one goal: to be the ultimate outdoor retreat. The elevated, white-brick-framed pool and integrated spa hot tub gave them a place to truly exhale. As the sun set, the fire pit lounge next to the pool became the hangout spot when they hosted their youth groups and family gatherings. Room to Grow With kids in the house, “custom” had to also mean flexible. Our clients had 2 young sons and needed their rooms to grow with them through the years. The two bedrooms and a full bath sat beside a loft that served as both their hangout-and-homework spot. The guest suite sat on the same level where a four-poster bed, floor-to-ceiling wood-look tile, and a frameless glass shower welcomed their guests from day one. A Retreat That’s Actually Theirs Between hosting and raising kids, this couple needed a suite that felt like a true escape. The wood-planked tray ceiling and French doors grounded the room in warmth the moment you walked in, while the ensuite bathroom carried a spa-like feeling with a freestanding soaking tub, custom double vanity, and a glass-enclosed shower. This Is What Approachable Luxury Looks Like The approachable luxury experience meant starting with conversations about how they wanted their space to live with them – how they hosted, how their kids played, how they wanted to feel walking through their own front door, and how we took their goals and experience and used it as the foundation of every decision that was made from start to finish. We wanted our clients to feel taken care of through the process and, most importantly, feel heard.

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"Round Hill," created with the concept of a private, exquisite and exclusive resort, and designed for the discerning Buyer who seeks absolute privacy, security and luxurious accommodations for family, guests and staff, this just-completed resort-compound offers an extraordinary blend of amenity, location and attention to every detail. Ideally located between Napa, Yountville and downtown St. Helena, directly across from Quintessa Winery, and minutes from the finest, world-class Napa wineries, Round Hill occupies the 21+ acre hilltop that overlooks the incomparable wine­ producing region of the Napa Valley, and is within walking distance to the world famous Auberge du Soleil. An approximately 10,000 square foot main residence with two guest suites and private staff apartment, approximately 1,700-bottle wine cellar, gym, steam room and sauna, elevator, luxurious master suite with his and her baths, dressing areas and sitting room/study, and the stunning kitchen/family/great room adjacent the west-facing, sun-drenched, view-side terrace with covered outdoor kitchen and sparkling infinity pool, all embracing the unsurpassed view of the richly verdant Napa Valley. Separate two-bedroom, two en-suite-bath guest house and separate one-bedroom, one and one-half bath guest cottage. Total of seven bedrooms, nine full and three half baths and requiring five uninterrupted years of concept, design and development, this resort-estate is now offered fully furnished and accessorized. Quintessential resort living.

"Plush bedding, pale blue-gray walls and a chic Roman shade elevate the style of a once dark bedroom. On display are framed photographs of the couple’s travels and a snow-covered New York City scene."- Megan Fox, Design NJ Magazine

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Set in the heart of Virginia wine country, Valley View Cottage was created as a place for guests to disconnect from daily life and reconnect with close friends and family. The brand was intentionally built at the intersection of Blue Ridge mountain terrain and elevated residential comfort, blending natural depth with refined ease. We anchored the environment in deep blues to reflect the surrounding landscape and layered warm neutrals to create intimacy and welcome. Every detail was curated to move the experience beyond a place to sleep. This property was designed to evoke a feeling. In a saturated short term rental market, guests do not choose square footage. They choose emotion. Through intentional brand positioning, cohesive storytelling, and thoughtful design execution, Valley View Cottage increased perceived value, strengthened its visual identity, and elevated the overall guest experience. The result was higher quality bookings, stronger guest reviews, justified premium nightly rates, and a growing social media presence driven by a space that photographs beautifully. This project demonstrates how a short term rental can operate as boutique hospitality. When strategy and atmosphere align, a STR becomes more than accommodation. It becomes an experience guests remember and return to.

Set in the heart of Virginia wine country, Valley View Cottage was created as a place for guests to disconnect from daily life and reconnect with close friends and family. The brand was intentionally built at the intersection of Blue Ridge mountain terrain and elevated residential comfort, blending natural depth with refined ease. We anchored the environment in deep blues to reflect the surrounding landscape and layered warm neutrals to create intimacy and welcome. Every detail was curated to move the experience beyond a place to sleep. This property was designed to evoke a feeling. In a saturated short term rental market, guests do not choose square footage. They choose emotion. Through intentional brand positioning, cohesive storytelling, and thoughtful design execution, Valley View Cottage increased perceived value, strengthened its visual identity, and elevated the overall guest experience. The result was higher quality bookings, stronger guest reviews, justified premium nightly rates, and a growing social media presence driven by a space that photographs beautifully. This project demonstrates how a short term rental can operate as boutique hospitality. When strategy and atmosphere align, a STR becomes more than accommodation. It becomes an experience guests remember and return to.