The formal dining room contains 2 oversized tables that are assembled as one - dressed in an enormous painters dropclot - with matching rustic slipcovered chairs - the focus goes to two massive green tamegroute candelabras - and of course the lush gardens outside the windows

One57 Residence “Perfectly situated in the most prestigious condominium on Billionaire’s Row, this 4,116-square foot trophy residence has been completely upgraded by world renowned architectural and design innovators, DHD. The epitome of luxury, this residence offers the most breathtaking views of Central Park, the Hudson River and all points south, east, north and west. With three bedrooms and three and half bathrooms, this residence boasts soaring ceilings which are complemented by panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows and dramatic vistas. Upon walking in, one finds a picturesque windowed entrance gallery overlooking Central Park with custom marble slab flooring. Off the gallery is the Grand Salon which spans over 42-feet with two walls of windows providing a centerpiece for this architectural masterpiece. This room offers the ideal setting for formal entertaining with captivating panoramic views of Central Park and the iconic Manhattan skyline which includes the Chrysler and Empire State buildings to the South and the Hudson River to the West. This Grand Salon, complemented by custom built ins and bookshelves, is finished in Venetian plaster including the ceiling as well as ebonized solid white oak and custom bronze paneling. There is a magnificent sculpted ceiling vault on the southern section of the room creating a dramatic setting for dining which is further heightened by hand painted white gold leaf on the east wall. For large scale entertaining the Grand Salon has a custom wet bar with a sink which is accompanied by storage, a refrigerator and freezer drawers. Adjacent, one finds the windowed eat-in kitchen facing south with picturesque views of the river, skyline and Empire State Building. Lined with Smallbone custom cabinets, the kitchen boasts an ebonized white oak built in desk with a leather work surface and metal trim along with custom cabinets. This kitchen has state-of-the-art Miele professional appliances which include two refrigerator/freezers, two convection ovens, a five-burner vented range, a grill, a griddle, a warming drawer, a dishwasher and coffee system as well as a Subzero wine refrigerator and a built-in Wolf microwave. There is also a small wall on the center island which provides privacy for the chef. Next is a powder room finished in onyx with a custom specialty wall and ceiling paint treatment. The epic corner master suite faces north and east with stunning panoramic views of Central Park and both rivers, illuminating the room with tons of sunlight throughout the day. There is a lavish windowed walk-in dressing room which is encompassed by custom white oak paneling and includes a built in safe. The beautiful en-suite corner master bathroom is lined with windows accompanied by radiant heat coming from the floors, an enormous walk in shower which is also windowed, a deep soaking bathtub and two water closets. The bathroom is finished with marble slabbed floors and electric shades. The remaining two bedroom suites are also windowed with breathtaking views, each with two closets and en-suite bathrooms containing a separate shower and bathtub. The laundry room has a LG vented washer/dryer along with a sink and tons of storage. There is a hallway utility closet which also boasts an abundance of storage space. The highest quality finishes were used throughout the home including a Lutron lighting system, automated shading and drapes with Lutron controls, invisible speakers in the ceiling of the Grand Salon and Master bedroom, an upgraded five-zone HVAC system, rich hardwood flooring and gorgeous fixtures by Dornbracht. This custom unit is a one-of-a-kind residence with a level of luxury that is rarely seen in New York City.” – via Corcoran Photography: Guillaume Gaudet www.guillaumegaudet.com © DHD / ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

With Pinterest, Houzz and HGTV, homeowners have more sources for inspiration than ever before. You may have found, however, that replicating what you see online or on TV isn’t always that simple. Mastering proportion and scale can be especially challenging. Let’s say you fall in love with an oversized vase which looks like it will fit with the colors and textures in your living room. But once it’s there, the vase doesn’t look the way you expected and you don’t know now to make it work. Fortunately, designers are experienced not only in dealing with proportion and scale, but in handling multiple elements at once. In the meantime, here are a few tips to help you understand some of the considerations regarding size. Proportion Tips 1. Less is more In the home shown here, the rooms are on the smaller side, where it would seem counterintuitive to use oversized pieces. But using smaller pieces can look busy—and can actually make the rooms feel smaller, especially when you add personal belongings to the space. 2. Keep it simple Several oversized pieces can create clean, simple lines. We put this principle to work using oversized items as anchors on both sides of the fireplace in the living room. On one side, we have two oversized blown-glass vases with amber, silver and purple tones. The irregular shapes in these beautiful pieces create interest and contrast; you can see through them and you can see the room reflected in them. On the other side of the fireplace sit two oversized brass lanterns filled with driftwood and greenery; the contents can be switched out seasonally, as well. The vases on one side and lanterns on the other side establish pattern (two of each, in descending order), balance and simplicity. 3. Embrace the unexpected On the mantle above the fireplace rests another oversized piece—a painting of a barn. Its neutral colors pick up the tones in the stone behind it and again, it works to bring simplicity to the space, rather than overly fussy detail. Nearby, just up the stairs, is an unusually spacious landing. A bench and pillows transform it into a special reading or conversation spot. The pair of hammered nickel vases on the window sill repeats the pattern established on either side of the fireplace. Using oversized vases in lieu of a window treatment is unexpected—as is incorporating sleek, modern-shaped vases like these in a farmhouse-style home. Yet because of the other oversized objects nearby, the vases feel distinctive and delightful. 4. Coordinate pattern and rhythm Another oversized item is the table lamp in the living room. It’s a powerful light; aside from the overhead can lights, it’s the room’s only light source. The ridges on its ceramic base echo the pieces of wicker in the stunning basket behind the sofa. This oversized wicker basket, which we’re a bit in love with, features a very large weave along with elegant leather straps. It’s ideal for storing throws, cushions, board games or anything else you want out of sight. 5. Proximity matters This home’s dining room is just to the right of the entry. An immense floor mirror—double-framed in weathered wood—is placed opposite the front windows. Measuring seven feet high, it’s a bold piece. And it works perfectly in this space to reflect light and make the room feel larger. An oversized ceramic vase, with a porous, matte-stone finish, sits atop a table next to the mirror. Other regular-sized items share the small table, including a bottle of wine and a glass vase. But because of the enormous mirror, it was important to have one oversized item on that table, for balance.

The Iris is a three-bedroom home that offers enormous flexibility in design alongside cottage comfort and charm. In true cottage-style fashion, a large front porch provides a warm welcome to neighbors and friends and also serves as a great spot to relax and unwind at the beginning or end of a day. The warmth and comfort continues inside with natural light pouring in through oversized windows onto beautiful hardwood floors. Topping it off, cozy built-ins are employed throughout the home to provide stylish and useful storage, a place to curl up with a book, or a showcase for family treasures.

We helped design and supplied the cabinets for a local Investor friend that opened up the space to create an enormous great room. A charcoal island and base cabinets anchor the space while the white uppers and quartz tops keep it light and bright. Microwave drawers are very popular and convenient.

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized mediterranean galley laminate floor eat-in kitchen idea in San Luis Obispo with raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, soapstone countertops, beige backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an undermount sink

Property marketed by Hudson Place Realty - Extraordinary property in Hoboken's landmark boutique building. Formerly a coconut warehouse, now an in demand visionary LEED GOLD certified building. One of a kind 2 bedroom 2.5 bath with Skyline & Empire State views from your private 398 sq. ft. ipe’ deck. With 2019 sq ft. of interior living space, this totally customized apartment has all the comforts of a home in a loft environment. Unique high end finishes include; a gas fireplace, floor to ceiling windows, made to order chef’s kitchen with Sub Zero frig, Wolf range with vented hood, Viking wine cooler, Miele DW, garbage disposal, Mountaineer Woodcraft cabinetry Enormous master suite with 10’ x 9’10’ walk-in closet & fabulous master bath with oversized shower, custom tile, towel warmer & granite topped double vanity, Bamboo flooring, LG washer/dryer, recessed & designer lighting, California Closets throughout, residents area featuring fabulous NYC & Hudson River views, filtered fresh air system, private storage & bike room. Concrete sub floors and Quiet Rock insulation for soundproofing. Absolutely ideal location, bordered on the western side by the newly established Garden Street Mews pedestrian area, parks, shopping, waterfront and all transportation. NYC bus at door & only 3 blocks to ferry. LEED certified GOLD building.

The grand scale of the living room is tempered by the enormous iron chandelier, graphic vintage Moroccan rug and an 18th century Spanish console. Photo Credit: Janice Barta

Very Large and spacious kitchen designed with the homeowner, builder, and Home Solutions. Features all plywood construction, soft close doors, and drawers, numerous custom inserts, pull out shelves. and plenty of storage. Features a large center island, and an enormous eat-in bar/island.

Spectacular 4,656 sqft custom built, 'water front', single level contemporary home with up to 6 bedrooms, 5 baths including a sun filled 15 foot barrel ceiling living-dining-kitchen-family 'great room' plus separate bedroom wings, a large south facing office and family/media room on suite with full bath. Custom built in 2000 and located on an almost half acre ‘cul de sac’ lot with big level lawns, huge slate rear deck, granite built in outdoor kitchen, spa and 220 linear feet of bay front access with straight on marina views and a enormous 100 foot dock. Don’t miss this rarely available single level, contemporary bay front home you have been looking for and will not be available for long once discovered!

Very Large and spacious kitchen designed with the homeowner, builder, and Home Solutions. Features all plywood construction, soft close doors, and drawers, numerous custom inserts, pull out shelves. and plenty of storage. Features a large center island, and an enormous eat-in bar/island.

This transitional residence for a busy family of 6 demanded simplicity and thoughtful design details in a relatively small space. With a sense of throwback country charm the inviting front yard landscape and custom designed address post ensures this yard stands out from it's peers. The backyard consists of a large concrete patio and custom built cedar deck complete with privacy screens, a sunken hot tub, custom outdoor kitchen with two raised specimen apple trees in enormous planters provide a park like setting for the homeowners. Photo Credit: Jamen Rhodes

Rutter Project Management won for Walnut Creek in Ellicott City, MD. The Community consists of 160 one-acre cluster lots on well and septic. The original parcel included a forest recycling center, an airport, a nursery, a graveyard, several family owned homes and structures, streams, forest, and several high pressure gas main crossings from three different companies, an enormous obstacle in the development of the property.Unique to this project was the ability to avoid impacts to stream buffers and forest areas. With the purchase of additional density through the Howard County Density Exchange Program, the project is responsible for the permanent preservation of more than 524 acres of land. By importing density, and preserving 17 properties throughout western Howard County, the overall existing community now benefits by having 21 percent more land preserved than the original parcel included.

Soluções inteligentes e acabamentos nobres resolveram este apartamento em Flores da Cunha, RS. Com um total de 127 m², o imóvel ganhou mais espaço através do acréscimo da sacada. Mantivemos a configuração principal do apartamento, mas trocamos pisos, revestimentos, guarnições; reformados as portas; acrescentamos o forro de gesso; principalmente investimos em esquadrias com vidro duplo. Aliado a posição solar em que o apartamento se encontra, esta solução trouxe melhora termo-acústica ao apartamento, não necessitando a instalação de ar condicionado em nenhum ambiente. Tudo muito prático e moderno, o projeto deveria ser sofisticado e principalmente confortável. Os revestimentos em cores sóbrias dão o tom chique ao apartamento, enquanto os detalhes denotam modernidade, como o lustre (Hope) da sala de jantar e o quadro de Vitor Senger, com a representação de Marilyn Monroe. Na cozinha, ilha com pia e torneira gourmet, cooktop e coifa, pensado para o uso prático e fácil manutenção. A pintura branca extra-brilho dos armários contrasta com o preto do granito. O toque de jovialidade e bom-humor está presente com as cadeiras Christie Floral. Mais aconchegante ainda, o dormitório do casal possui cama enorme, cabeceira estofada, puff e tapete super macio. A imagem da ponte do brooklin impressa em uma chapa de mdf e os espelhos do closet oferecem profundidade ao espaço, chamando a atenção de quem entra no quarto. Tudo sob medida, com design mais apurado, onde cada peça é pensada e projetada para uma vida mais duradoura. O vazio de certos pontos dão leveza e oferecem uma boa circulação.

When our customers purchased their Northern Virginia home, they knew that they wanted to enjoy their large basement for entertaining family and friends. However, not only had it been finished poorly by a previous owner, but it also didn’t have the wow factors that our customers wanted. With the help of our designers and MOSS 360, our proprietary virtual reality architectural design tool, the remodeled basement design came together to include a stunning glass-enclosed and temperature-controlled wine cellar, full bar with seating, a separate dining table area and seating area, full guest bedroom, full bathroom, and, to top it off, an enormous media room with a gorgeous ceiling complete with off-set lighting to set any mood.

A truly special property located in a sought after Toronto neighbourhood, this large family home renovation sought to retain the charm and history of the house in a contemporary way. The full scale underpin and large rear addition served to bring in natural light and expand the possibilities of the spaces. A vaulted third floor contains the master bedroom and bathroom with a cozy library/lounge that walks out to the third floor deck - revealing views of the downtown skyline. A soft inviting palate permeates the home but is juxtaposed with punches of colour, pattern and texture. The interior design playfully combines original parts of the home with vintage elements as well as glass and steel and millwork to divide spaces for working, relaxing and entertaining. An enormous sliding glass door opens the main floor to the sprawling rear deck and pool/hot tub area seamlessly. Across the lawn - the garage clad with reclaimed barnboard from the old structure has been newly build and fully rough-in for a potential future laneway house.

The Reserve Tanglewood colonial has the grandeur of a castle: its curved staircase, two story Foyer, optional second front entry and open balcony overlooking the Family Room borrow elements of a noble estate. Upon entering the Foyer, the formal Dining Doom, Powder Room and Study are instantly accessible. Beyond the Foyer, find one large gathering area containing the Family Room, Harvest Room, Sitting Room and Kitchen. Pass through an enormous Mud Hall to access the Garage, Lavatory and separate staircase. The second floor offers tall step up ceilings in both the Owner’s Suite and Owner’s Bath, connected by a private hallway. Three additional Bedrooms, two Bathrooms and an upstairs Laundry are also located on the second floor. An optional covered Loggia with cathedral ceiling is available to complete the regal Reserve Tanglewood Colonial.

This radiant kitchen was completely remodeled, creating a bright and open and airy transitional space. The shaker Rochon wood cabinets are white and the island is a warm shade of chocolate. There is an enormous amount of storage in this space. The sink is a Kohler Whitehaven Farm sink. The appliances are Subzero–Wolf. The pendant lights over the island create the perfect space to entertain.

The little cottage on Turnip Field Road in Eastham had been owned by the same couple since 1940, until they built a new, adjacent house on the property. The cottage was then handed down to the next generation, who began spending more and more time at the cottage. It was then that they contacted Cape Associates to construct a more livable home in place of that little cottage. It was crucial to the owners however, that the home keep with the understated charm and Cape Cod-feel of the neighborhood. The primary challenge was to keep it humble, while building the owners their well-deserved vacation retreat. The original cottage had no air conditioning, and renovating was quickly dismissed because of the inadequacies and the cost of modernizing. Building new allowed the team to relocate the house further back from the street, and it meant meeting the owners’ needs without compromise. Cape Associates’ project manager Lance LaLone said the owners expressed their desire to incorporate lots of wood and the types of materials that were in the old cottage. Most of the interior is pine, which was used on the flooring, the walls, and wrapped around the ceiling’s beams, giving the owners what they desired on a grander scale – a beautiful, modern dwelling that still held the personality of that little cottage that held such cherished memories. The front of the home has a two-car garage and breezeway entrance, while the rear reveals an entertainer’s paradise, with an enormous mahogany deck with an outdoor shower, a stunning Connecticut-fieldstone fireplace with a chimney that reaches around 30 feet in height, and multiple sliders to access the home. The finished basement opens to the ground level, and above the entrance breezeway is another small deck with a great view. It’s the best of indoor/outdoor living. Movement patterns from beach to house to bedroom were an important consideration. The site also provided an excellent opportunity to visually connect the basement level patio visually to the main level deck and finally the master bedroom deck. The finished home provides year-round living, with a summer-getaway atmosphere.