This transitional kitchen seamlessly blends the classic warmth of traditional design with the clean lines and sleekness of modern aesthetics. This style features shaker-style cabinets, a mix of natural and manufactured materials like wood and quartz, and a neutral color palette with subtle pops of color. The overall feel is both elegant and inviting, with a focus on functionality and timeless appeal. The result of this kitchen feels both current and enduring, a space that will remain stylish for years to come.

Travertine tile combines the look of polished travertine stone with the enduring strength and cost effective savings of concrete to complete the upscale look you deserve. The chamfered edging reduces the risk of chipping during installation while maintaining the look of high end travertine. Photo: Barkman Concrete Ltd.

A dazzling chevron motif and rich tones create a dynamic yet sublime sophistication in the Orin area rug in Gray and Silver. The stunning luminous sheen of metallic accents lend an added elegance to any home decor while the enduring geometric design is approachable and versatile. This rug is power-loomed for added durability that is well suited for high traffic areas.

This project exemplifies the transformative power of good design. Simply put, good design allows you to live life artfully. The newly remodeled kitchen effortlessly combines functionality and aesthetic appeal, providing a delightful space for cooking and spending quality time together. It’s comfy for regular meals but ultimately outfitted for those special gatherings. Infused with classic finishes and a timeless charm, the kitchen emanates an enduring atmosphere that will never go out of style. This photo shows the view of the kitchen highlighting the island, the unique vintage inspired pendant lighting, large windows, and innovative storage solutions dish ware. This is an up close shot of the gorgeous vintage inspired brass light fixture above the island seating.

Nestled within the guest house, this exquisite great room seamlessly combines elegance with rustic charm. The custom kitchen, with its white oak cabinetry, sleek black pearl granite countertops on the perimeter cabinets, and an eye-catching island featuring reeded finishes and a luxurious Bianco Superiore Quartzite top, is a culinary haven for preparing meals for guests. It's equipped with upscale appliances and a wet bar boasting a hammered nickel bar sink, custom cabinetry, ice maker, dual beverage fridges, and wine storage, all accented by a Virginia Tile backsplash. The welcoming sitting area is thoughtfully centered around a fieldstone fireplace graced by a hand-hewn barn beam mantel. Throughout this inviting space, wire-brushed European white oak floors provide an enduring foundation, accentuated by hand-hewn barn beams, creating an atmosphere of timeless beauty and comfort for guests to savor in this guest house.

Looking for a circular vessel sink that stands apart from the rest? You’ll find that and more with the Vinnova Enna Series Vessel Bathroom Sinks. This eye-catching sink is crafted from the finest materials to deliver enduring beauty and performance without requiring intensive maintenance. Model# 00316-GBS-BR

THE WARMTH OF HOME This project was a comprehensive renovation and addition of a new pool house and outdoor entertainment spaces. In keeping with the home's sustainable ethos, new vertical siding manufactured from upcycled rice hulls was selected to complement stained cedar shingles and painted siding. The distinctive stainless steel shingle cladding remained in excellent condition and was carefully preserved. The result is an exterior that feels renewed without compromising the architectural character that defined the original home. Inside, the home was fully reimagined to better support the modern rhythms of family life and frequent entertaining. The interior was taken back to the studs, allowing the floor plan to be thoughtfully reorganized to improve openness, circulation, and visual connections between spaces. Every interior finish was replaced, including custom cabinetry, lighting, and architectural detailing. The interiors are now warm and inviting, highlighted by quality craftsmanship throughout. Rather than replacing this exceptional home, this project demonstrates how thoughtful renovation can preserve significant architecture while enhancing its performance and livability. The reimagined interiors are calm, warm, and inviting, creating spaces that encourage gathering, support everyday family life, and reinforce the enduring comfort and sense of home that great residential architecture can provide.

Malibu Glass Box House by Klopf Architecture Following the devastating Woolsey Fire of 2018, the site in Malibu offered a unique opportunity to rebuild not just a home, but a new architectural composition that highlighted the property’s potential while navigating strict fire-rebuild codes in the area. Designed by Klopf Architecture, this project embraced a set of limitations and translated them into an architectural asset. The city’s fire-rebuild process required the new structure to remain close to the original footprint, size and bulk, a constraint that ultimately clarified the architectural direction. Perched near the front of a long, narrow lot, the new home frames and overlooks a private, park-like rear expanse, an uncommon luxury especially in this part of Malibu . Without a fixed program, the design process allowed for a different kind of creative focus allowing Klopf Architecture the opportunity to explore how a modernist home could best respond to this site. The team approached the project not with a list of requirements, but with a question: How might a modernist live here? What spatial qualities would inspire calm, connection, and a sense of wonder in this setting? The process became less about problem-solving and more about architectural storytelling—letting the site, the light, and the principles of modern design guide the form and flow of the home. The response emerged in the form of a glass-box pavilion, an open, Mid-Century Modern inspired living, dining, and kitchen space that floats at the edge of the property’s natural descent. Connected to the more enclosed, private areas of the home by a glass-walled hallway, the living pavilion becomes a distinct centerpiece of the design. It opens on all four sides to the landscape with decks and patios on the flanks, an internal garden and water feature to the north, and a dramatic unguarded view of the expansive backyard and ocean horizon to the south. Because of the mandated footprint, careful planning was required to ensure every space could still engage with light, landscape, or both. Strategic voids in the form of atriums and courtyards allow daylight to filter deep into the home’s core, while offering moments of surprise and retreat. These design gestures allow natural light to filter deep into the interior, creating a sense of brightness and openness throughout the day. At the same time, they expand the perceptual boundaries between inside and out, making the home feel more expansive while anchoring its connection to the surrounding landscape. The siting of the house is what gives it its unique character. Rather than receding into the backyard like the neighboring homes, the house holds a slight prominence. From the central living pavilion, stepping down into the landscape feels more like entering a secluded park where a separate existing accessory structure, trail, and recreational areas await. The home’s modest street presence gives way to this unfolding drama of space, view, and nature. Fire-resilient materials and assemblies are integrated seamlessly throughout including triple-pane glazing, under-slab and roof insulation, and locally sourced fire-rated cladding ensure the house not only meets Calfornia’s rigorous wildland-urban interface (WUI) standards, but feels effortlessly aligned with them. While technical decisions like fire-hardening and mechanical systems presented some construction challenges, particularly around the cantilevered glass box, the team found a functional compromise that preserved the integrity of the design. Inside, a restrained palette and exposed post and beam design celebrate the ethos of mid-century modernism. A central circulation spine extends from the entry to the rear glass wall, offering a continuous visual link from street to ocean. Spaces such as the library and office, though more intimate in scale, are never cut off from nature as each opens to its own unique courtyard or garden view. Though born out of a strict regulatory framework and developed without a specific client, the rebuild design unfolded with remarkable clarity. Grounded in site logic, refined by limitations and an emphasis on timeless spatial relationships – light, proportion, and a strong connection to nature, the resulting design feels both effortless and uplifting. The home lives lightly on the land, opens generously to its surroundings, and strikes a careful balance between privacy, openness, and calm. For Klopf Architecture, it stands as a compelling case study in how site, code, and circumstantial constraints can inspire enduring, modernist architecture. With years of experience reimagining mid-century modern design for how people live today, the firm took the project’s limitations as an opportunity. The result is a home shaped by open, flowing spaces, strong indoor-outdoor connections, and a calm, clear sense of structure. It’s a good reminder that even with strict constraints, there’s still room for architecture to breathe—and for modernism to keep moving forward. Klopf Architecture project team: Geoff Campen, John Klopf, AIA, and Sherry Tan Structural Engineer: ZFA Contractor: Maison D’Artiste Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed Year Completed: 2023

This transitional kitchen seamlessly blends the classic warmth of traditional design with the clean lines and sleekness of modern aesthetics. This style features shaker-style cabinets, a mix of natural and manufactured materials like wood and quartz, and a neutral color palette with subtle pops of color. The overall feel is both elegant and inviting, with a focus on functionality and timeless appeal. The result of this kitchen feels both current and enduring, a space that will remain stylish for years to come.

This kitchen was 24 years old with the cabinets and appliances not functioning well, the flooring was cracked and in bad shape and the kitchen needed a facelift. Audrey & Karl Schmitt chose Cabinet-S-Top because we are one-stop shop and could remodel everything from floor to ceiling. This white kitchen is a timeless beauty with a style that endures and has many design features to highlight; but the customer loves the way we separated the refrigerator and freezer with a beautiful pantry to give it a more furniture feel. Audrey and Karl praised their designer, Betty Nairn and said she is beyond awesome and is professional, creative, and easy to talk to!

Builder: J. Peterson Homes Interior Designer: Francesca Owens Photographers: Ashley Avila Photography, Bill Hebert, & FulView Capped by a picturesque double chimney and distinguished by its distinctive roof lines and patterned brick, stone and siding, Rookwood draws inspiration from Tudor and Shingle styles, two of the world’s most enduring architectural forms. Popular from about 1890 through 1940, Tudor is characterized by steeply pitched roofs, massive chimneys, tall narrow casement windows and decorative half-timbering. Shingle’s hallmarks include shingled walls, an asymmetrical façade, intersecting cross gables and extensive porches. A masterpiece of wood and stone, there is nothing ordinary about Rookwood, which combines the best of both worlds. Once inside the foyer, the 3,500-square foot main level opens with a 27-foot central living room with natural fireplace. Nearby is a large kitchen featuring an extended island, hearth room and butler’s pantry with an adjacent formal dining space near the front of the house. Also featured is a sun room and spacious study, both perfect for relaxing, as well as two nearby garages that add up to almost 1,500 square foot of space. A large master suite with bath and walk-in closet which dominates the 2,700-square foot second level which also includes three additional family bedrooms, a convenient laundry and a flexible 580-square-foot bonus space. Downstairs, the lower level boasts approximately 1,000 more square feet of finished space, including a recreation room, guest suite and additional storage.

With timeless appeal and an endless array of options, Schrock's classic cabinets are just the right offering to transform your space into an enduring expression of your personality. CABINETS: Schrock Trademark APPLIANCES: GE Profiles COUNTERTOPS: Silestone Copper Mist / Silestone Coral Clay Photos: Jim Schuon

This refined transitional kitchen remodel blends timeless design with modern functionality. Light shaker-style cabinetry is paired with warm wood accents, including a custom statement island and matching wood range hood, creating balance and depth throughout the space. Quartz countertops, a classic white subway tile backsplash, and clean black hardware keep the palette fresh and elevated, while glass globe pendants add a soft modern touch. A farmhouse apron-front sink beneath an arched window brings character and charm, complemented by professional-grade stainless steel appliances and thoughtful storage solutions. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, this kitchen feels bright, welcoming, and enduring.

50/50s House is a love letter to the 1950’s. Our clients, Gina and David have a love for books and found objects and wanted to display their collections with pride. The brief also called for a home that would afford them and their teenagers the ability to occupy different spaces without feeling disconnected. Bold lines and playful geometry work in tandem with the charm of the existing house to create a beautiful healthy home that is as endearing as it is enduring.

The ceiling height of the suite is visually lowered by the architectural beams. The beauty and history behind the material used to clad the beams is enduring. From this vantage point, the beams and cathedral window are in full view, working together to add warmth and charm to the space. A soft pewter wall color is all that is needed to support the extraordinary wood tones throughout. It is a primarily masculine design with textured accents that offer comfort and inspiration.

This decorative Cushion Cover Abstract Musical throw pillow cover has beautiful colors and design hand embroidered in lively reds, blues, and refreshing purple tones. Swirls of colorful chain stitch embroidery hand woven from soft Kashmiri Art Silk adds a dazzling sheen to the creation. In the abstract style of Wassily Kandinsky the eye-popping color and pattern of this creation is just what the designer ordered to create a fiery focal point in your decor. This accent pillow cover has beautiful color combination of orange, red, green and brown colors uniquely hand embroidered into various abstract forms and elementsThese modern pillow covers are handcrafted by Kashmiri artisans, and are of the finest chain-stitch embroidery in the world.Created of soft Kashmir wool over cotton, this all-natural cover makes an enduring impression. Composition: 70% Wool, 30% Cotton Size: 14 x 20 (35cm x 51cm) Backing: Canvas (See Last Picture) Pillow Insert not Included (Only Cover is on Sale) Hand embroidered in Village Cottage Units A close-up view of this abstract pillow cover allows you to see the amazing chain-stitch embroidery work of master artisans who have practiced this art their entire lives.This abstract decorative pillow cover could grace the cabin of your boat or the chair in your solarium and yet be equally as comfortable in your den. The eye-popping color and pattern of this modern throw pillow is just what the designer ordered to create a fiery focal point in your decor. Perfect wherever you need a splash of color, this art work pillow creation is as durable as it is beautiful. Easy to care for, this cushion cover could spark up an old throw pillow or grace a new pillow form. Kandinsky conveyed profound spirituality and inner human emotion through a visual language of abstract forms and colors that transcended cultural and physical boundaries. He used interrelation between color and form to create an aesthetic experience that engaged the sight, sound, and emotions of the viewer. Kandinsky viewed music as the most transcendent form of non-objective art musicians could evoke images in listeners‚ minds merely with sounds. He crafted spiritually rich paintings that alluded to sounds and emotions through sensations. Modern Artist Wassily Kandinsky used the form of concentric circles to portray the soul. Rendered here as chain stitch embroidery in art silk, this cushion cover can create a new personality for any room in which you choose to use it.

Upper Valley Estate Curb Appeal – El Paso, Texas This curb appeal transformation was conceived as a deliberate sequence—an arrival experience where architecture, landscape, and lighting work together as one. Every element was designed to honor the home’s stone construction, turreted forms, and Old World character while responding precisely to the Upper Valley climate and lifestyle. By day, the experience is grounded and composed. Brick-edged concrete drives establish order and permanence, guiding movement through the property with clarity and intention. Natural stone walls and columns anchor the architecture, while layered gravel beds, drought-tolerant plantings, and manicured turf soften transitions and connect the home to its desert setting. Mature trees were preserved and carefully integrated, providing scale, shade, and a sense of continuity. As afternoon shifts toward sunset, the materials begin to speak differently. Stone warms, textures deepen, and sightlines subtly draw the eye toward the front entry. The landscape narrows the focus, creating a moment of pause before arrival—calm, quiet, and refined. At night, the design reveals its final layer. Low-voltage lighting is integrated with precision, washing stone surfaces, tracing architectural curves, and uplighting specimen trees to create depth without glare. The drive, walkways, and entry feel safe, legible, and inviting, while the home itself glows with a restrained elegance. Coming home after dark feels intentional—protected, welcoming, and unmistakably yours. What was created is more than curb appeal. It is a cohesive design-build solution where nothing is ornamental without purpose and nothing is built without intention. A daily experience of arrival that reflects craftsmanship, care, and the enduring character of the Upper Valley.

We love the classics at Caracole. The bombay chest, for example - easily recognized by its curvaceous, bowed front - is one that has endured the test of time. We dressed up our version in a soft French blue metallic paint, called Dawn. The color floats between grey and blue, like the sky at morning. Our drawer hardware is oversized, custom designed to resemble the shape of the chest, and features white Mother of Pearl surrounded by soft gold metal. The pearl accent is repeated on the top of the chest, inlaid by hand. Drawer interiors reflect another one of our signature details. Look for the demure, silk screened border, along with the chest’s playful name, It’s the Bomb-bay, beautifully inscribed inside the top drawer. Use this item like a favorite piece of jewelry - as a 32-inch high night stand in the bedroom, or as a small chest in a hallway or dressing room. Dimensions: 36W x 18.5D x 32.25H Features: Two Drawers, Pearl Inlay on Top, Platinum Drawer Interiors

This Leawood, Kansas primary bathroom remodel was designed to support a growing family's changing needs while creating a more functional and timeless retreat. The existing layout was reimagined to improve daily routines, replacing an underutilized bathtub with a spacious walk-in shower featuring dual showerheads and a transom window that fills the space with natural light while maintaining privacy. The renovation extended beyond the bathroom to enhance the adjoining closet. By reclaiming square footage from the former shower location, the design created additional storage and incorporated a dedicated washer and dryer for greater everyday convenience. Thoughtful planning and purposeful design decisions helped maximize functionality without sacrificing style. Completed just before the homeowners welcomed their new baby, this remodel was designed to simplify daily life while providing a beautiful and enduring space that will serve the family for years to come.