ADU added to the back of an existing garage. Garage is maintained for parking. The bay window was added to the garage to create a space for a tool storage cart. Location of the ADU was selected to reduce encroaching on the existing patio space.

Interior Designer: Rini Kundu Contractor: RJ Smith Collaborating Architect: Doug Leach Landscape: Jones Landscape LA Photos: Ryan Garvin
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This view shows how we made the cabinets on the fridge wall narrow because we did not want to encroach on the entry aisle way into the kitchen. purlee photography

Before the remodel, the exterior walls at the dining room stood where the railings now run, and the front door opened into the room where the two wood columns now stand. An unnecessary fin wall and a coat closet encroached on the view into the living room. Photo Credit: Simrell+Scott, LLC

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While the great room’s existing footprint was sizable, the room lived small. To create a loftier, more airy space, we eliminated the two-sided fireplace and redesigned the ceiling vault by encroaching an upstairs storage area.

ADU added to the back of an existing garage. Garage is maintained for parking. The bay window was added to the garage to create a space for a tool storage cart. Location of the ADU was selected to reduce encroaching on the existing patio space.

Nancy Dransfield - Photographer Brick pavers are a natural beside a white clapboard house. The pavers and mortar also match the brick foundation tying the landscape elements to the building materials in the house. Notice that the pergola was set to the side of the house where it compliments the house, not disturbs or encroaches on it. The curved top of the pergola reflects the curves in the windows of the house.

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Interior Designer: Rini Kundu Contractor: RJ Smith Collaborating Architect: Doug Leach Landscape: Jones Landscape LA Photos: Ryan Garvin
Inspiration for a contemporary home bar remodel in Los Angeles

Interior Designer: Rini Kundu Contractor: RJ Smith Collaborating Architect: Doug Leach Landscape: Jones Landscape LA Photos: Ryan Garvin
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Where the landscape meets the water, a series of natural stone steps entices visitors to make their way to the pier. Subtle downlighting ensures safety and beauty without encroaching on stunning views of the lake. Photo by Chris Major.

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After completion of the apron and walkway, the driveway was re-graded to accommodate new grades and reclaim areas where grass had encroached. The loam next to the walkway is covered with fabric for sod in the spring as this job was completed late in the season.

The guest bedroom / work space flows directly from the open-plan living room and is separated by internal black glazed metal frame doors. These pocket internal doors allow the living room to extend into this space and effectively enlarge it. Alternatively, they can be closed off to provide a private room. A deep navy curtain can be drawn across the internal doors for complete privacy. The guest bedroom also contains shelving and drawer storage and a feature desk area with a bold charcoal stripe, deep blue suede wall and red suede drawer fronts. The sofa bed has been positioned beneath the window so as not to encroach on the space and is upholstered in a plush aubergine and charcoal velvet with Hermes fabric cushions and faux fur throw. Photography by Richard Waite