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Inspiration for a country kitchen remodel in San Francisco

Example of a mid-sized classic wooden l-shaped staircase design in Chicago

In San Diego, outdoor entertaining is always an option. By providing the right space, it excites clients to use their outside home. BBQ islands with ample preparation space along with covered seating encourages activity in this once useless space.

When we proposed blue leather for a touch of drama, we sensed some hesitation but encouraged our University Place clients to take a step outside their design comfort zone. Now, they are so happy they trusted our guidance and are loving this bold look for their dining room! ? Photographer: Pär Bengtsson

There are an infinite number of possible designs, and outdoor fire pits no longer need to be just a round pile of rocks. I work with several basic styles of gas fed fire pits when I design outdoor gardens to enchant my clients. The popularity of fire pits and the fire effects they produce in the garden is one of fastest growing trends in outdoor design. The allure of sitting around a fire ring has been around since the beginning of mankind. Fire provides warmth, light, a cooking source and, of course relaxation. A dancing flame has a mesmerizing affect that encourages you to unwind and settle in. The popularity of fire pits, or conversation pits as they are commonly called, has grown rapidly in recent years. Proper design and construction will ensure a safe and enjoyable feature that will last several decades This fully equipped outdoor kitchen is separate from the rest of the living space, allowing the two areas to be utilized entirely on their own. outdoor kitchens are most efficient when it's zoned into logical uses. your cook space should have plenty of prep space, room to set down utensils and stage ingredients, and a comfortable buffer from the seating island to keep guests protected from the heat.

The father, son and daughter all enjoyed collaborating on this project but it was the father and son who greatly influenced the feel of the shared living space by creating their very own masculine imprint here. The father did not interfere with choices his children made in their own bedrooms but wanted to make his own mark in the living area by encouraging the use of red colour and the aeroplane engine coffee table.

The sandy beach area entices play and relaxing. The furniture is an architectural element in the space, and the openness encourages casual lounging.

Seated home bar - large modern galley porcelain tile and gray floor seated home bar idea in Las Vegas with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, mirror backsplash and multicolored countertops

Both guest rooms bring in the best of both luxury and practicality, encouraging guests to sleep in just a little bit later on Saturday morning or have their breakfast in bed. The guest rooms can accommodate out-of-town guests and teenage sleepovers as well as just be a great spot for laying down for an afternoon nap.

Inspire your inner artist with a custom studio designed to organize your supplies and encourage years of creative fun. As functional as it is beautiful, this space is expertly crafted in warm Thoroughbred color with natural wood-grain texture, clean white surfaces, and doors with eye-catching 3Form translucent resin panels.

The Mira Garden Trellis provides artful support for a blackberry vine on a bluestone patio in a potted edible garden.
Design ideas for a modern landscaping in Los Angeles.

Our client wished for a landscape to encourage many species of birds and provide privacy to the adjacent city property. Through careful management and design, we were able to integrate a man-made pond and a naturalized environment in what used to be a monoculture of turf grass.

This inviting breakfast room encourages casual family dining. A custom maple table with ebonized legs is a nice compliment to the architectural chairs that are featured in the Design Excellence collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art. Photo By: Doug Salin

the great room is the heart of this home. encouraging family interaction was the general theme of the floor plan.
Example of a large mid-century modern open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room design in Houston with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Oval tub with stone pebble bed below. Tan wall tiles. Light wood veneer compliments tan wall tiles. Glass shelves on both sides for storing towels and display. Modern chrome fixtures. His and hers vanities with symmetrical design on both sides. Oval tub and window is focal point upon entering this space.

Beach style living room photo in Seattle

David Papazian
Inspiration for a transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Portland with white cabinets, an island, an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets and brown countertops

Curb appeal is critical for a luxury home, and landscaping is the perfect invitation to encourage visitors. This gorgeous home blends naturally with the graceful landscaping with an amazing 360-degree flow.

This designer’s ideal is homeowners with a clear vision, set priorities, and values that align seamlessly with ours. These clients, an accomplished artist and the owner of a generational hops growing farm, were collaborative and trusting from the start. They conscientiously selected a team of Architect (Green Hammer), General Contractor (Cellar Ridge) and ATIID for furnishings and finishing touches. Each firm was able to meticulously manage their leg of the project, while collaborating wholistically with each other and the homeowners. The family farmhouse, lovingly named “Westwood,” was showing the wear one expects after serving a growing family for decades. The owner’s dream was to revive, open up, and breathe modern life into each space, while respecting the home’s heritage. One of our first collaborations was the light fixture that would grace the main two-story entry hall. HiiH Lights in Astoria, Oregon, was commissioned to bring “the function of light, the craft of paper, and the art of sculpture” to the home. Visiting the maker’s space – a massive barn on his coastal property – was such an inspiring adventure! Original work by the resident artist sets an ethereal tone in the space, and an antique bench handsomely blends the old with the new. A wall that divided the home’s living room and kitchen was removed, and the breezy and bright gathering room was born. Light walls, warm wood tones, cozy upholstery, clean lines and heritage elements create a welcoming atmosphere and invite lounging and conversation. The sun-drenched nook is the home’s main indoor dining area, with an extension table and sculpted chairs that are just right for family gatherings or morning rituals with the Sunday paper. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with every modern amenity, but its casual attitude is “let’s make a mess and eat!” The owner’s artwork graces the mantel over the new fireplace that was carved from a tree felled on the property, illustrating the thoughtful consideration of each element. The muted wool area rugs in the entryways and great room are hard-wearing for farm life, and the furniture’s classic lines, bold contrasting colors, deep seating and soft textures encourage cozy conversations or large group gatherings. The library is undoubtedly our favorite space in this home. Tucked in “speakeasy style” behind a hidden (wallpapered!) door in the moody wet bar, and drenched in deep green, the room offers a quiet retreat that hugs you in an embrace of books and family photos. The cozy settee nestled between the bookcases sits opposite a custom pair of modern cognac leather wing chairs. The area rug continues the storied look without the antique price tag with a piece from Loloi’s “Heritage Collection.” A little va-va-voom was requested for the powder bath and boy did we deliver! Custom wallpaper plays over original wainscotting and ceilings wrapped in more glorious green. The space evokes joy every time you open the door! A primary suite that would “transport us to another world” and be “classic yet modern, peaceful, collected and uncluttered” was a tall order. Our new furniture layout takes full advantage of the view of wine country hills and the Willamette River, welcomes fireside lounging, and serves as a calm respite for the lovely owners. Westwood Farmhouse truly was inspired by family, genuine love for home and graciousness for all who enter. Finishing the job was emotional for all involved because we were truly made to feel like part of the family. Photography by George Barberis