gMichael J. Lee Photography
Transitional formal and enclosed living room photo in Boston with beige walls

The lower level of this modern farmhouse features a large game room that connects out to the screen porch, pool terrace and fire pit beyond. One end of the space is a large lounge area for watching TV and the other end has a built-in wet bar and accordion windows that open up to the screen porch. The TV is concealed by barn doors with salvaged barn wood on a shiplap wall. Photography by Todd Crawford

Jaap de Vries © 2016 - Houzz

Inspiration for a large rustic u-shaped enclosed kitchen remodel in Denver with a farmhouse sink, dark wood cabinets, paneled appliances, shaker cabinets and an island

Irvin Serrano
Example of a transitional u-shaped kitchen design in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Ryan Trupp Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley light wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink and an island

Photography by: Kevin Meechan
Urban home design photo in Denver

This home is constructed in the world famous neighborhood of Lido Shores in Sarasota, Fl. The home features a flipped layout with a front court pool and a rear loading garage. The floor plan is flipped as well with the main living area on the second floor. This home has a HERS index of 16 and is registered LEED Platinum with the USGBC. Ryan Gamma Photography

Vicki Adkins
Example of a small transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, metal backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

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

Kids' room - transitional kids' room idea in Orange County

MOON HILL BATH - WINNER 2013 PRISM AWARD - BEST BATHROOM Initially designed in 1950, an antiquated bathroom was ready for an update. The home, envisioned by The Architect’s Collaborative (a progressive group founded in part by Bauhaus architect Walter Gropius), is part of a community inspired by the modernism movement. Clearly in need of aesthetic and functional improvements, the new renovation stays true to its utilitarian modern heritage. SPACE By reclaiming underutilized closet space from an abutting home office, the re-visioned plan feels more spacious, even with the addition of a deep soaking tub. The new layout also shields the toilet from view when the door is left open. COLORS The harsh yellow tones have been replaced by a warm palette of soft grays and browns. Daylight is refracted through cut glass window art, created by the homeowner. SIMPLICITY Contiguous tile work, carefully patterned, weaves through the space. Simplicity and added storage complete the design by removing the normal visual clutter of a bathroom and offering the reassurance of clean organization. Pegboards inside the custom medicine cabinet create a discrete place for every bathroom accessory. RESULT The final result is a modern oasis with soothing spa-like qualities that offers an escape from frenetically paced everyday life. TEAM Architecture – ZeroEnergy Design Construction – S+H Construction Photography – Eric Roth SOURCES Fixtures – Victoria+Albert, Duravit, Kohler, Gerberit Finishes – Ann Sacks, StoneWood, Ivy Coatings

Ron Blunt Photography
Inspiration for a coastal bedroom remodel in DC Metro

Photo Credit: Nat Rea
Beach style l-shaped open concept kitchen photo in Providence with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash and stainless steel appliances

- Solar Power - Vinyl Siding - Custom Carpentry - Contemporary Wood Patio Photo: Justin Harclerode Architectural Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional gray two-story wood exterior home remodel in Other with a shingle roof

Eric Roth Photo
Hallway - mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor hallway idea in Boston with white walls

ALL RENOVATION CONSTRUCTION LLC RENOVATED AN EXISTING FOUR STORY & CELLAR ROW HOUSE (BROWNSTONE) BUILDING TO A ONE FAMILY HOME. ADDITIONAL PENTHOUSE WAS ADDED TO THE ROOF WITH SOLAR PANELS TO PROVIDE FOR AN ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SOURCE. SEVERAL ALTERNATE OUTDOOR AREAS FOR ENTERTAINING WERE INCLUDED IN OUR DESIGN.

KuDa Photography
Example of a large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island