There’s nothing quite like a cozy cottage to call home. Especially when you can get creative, renovating key spaces to balance modern convenience and vintage charm. We collaborated with the talented homeowners to bring their vision to life an the results speak for themselves. A gourmet kitchen fits seamlessly in the original home’s footprint and not one, but two thoughtfully re-designed bathrooms bring a slice of luxury and function to this sweet little home. The modern-meets-classic kitchen tiles started it all, setting the tone for the entire renovation. Gourmet appliances and custom cabinetry maximized function and storage and new lighting was a perfect finishing touch. We completely re-worked the home’s “master” bath (you should see the “before!”), adding a spacious frameless glass shower. In the basement, the new bathroom is every bit the retreat the homeowner dreamed of, with the freestanding composite tub, an enormous vanity and a hidden stackable washer and dryer. The decommissioned fireplace is oh-so decorative, showing off with new Ann Sacks marble mosaic tile. The transformation is impressive, and it’s so rewarding to see this lovely couple and sweet pup happy in their adorable home! Furniture staging for photography provided by Crush Staging, Portland. Photography by Cody Wheeler.

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Initially, this 1800 square foot space was completely unfinished with concrete walls. The clients hoped to use this enormous space to fulfill a variety of functions. After the remodel this previously unfinished space contained a perfect entertaining area with a full bar, home theatre, and large living space; a full bathroom with an electrical warming towel warmers; a workout space somewhat separated from the rest of the basement; and a bedroom with a built in window seats and closets with custom shelving. The basement was trimmed out with columns and woodwork to match the existing woodwork in the home so that it appeared as if the remodel took place when the home was built.

This kitchen was very 1980s and the homeowners were ready for a change. As amateur chefs, they had a lot of requests and appliances to accommodate but we were up for the challenge. Taking the kitchen back down to the studs, we began to open up their kitchen while providing them plenty of storage to conceal their bulk storage and many small appliances. Replacing their existing refrigerator with a panel-ready column refrigerator and freezer, helped keep the sleek look of the cabinets without being disrupted by appliances. The vacuum sealer drawer is an integrated part as well, hidden by the matching cabinet drawer front. Even the beverage cooler has a door that matches the cabinetry of the island. The stainless, professional-grade gas range stands out amongst the white cabinets and its brass touches match the cabinet hardware, faucet, pot-filler, and veining through the quartzite. The show-stopper of this kitchen is this amazing book-matched quartzite with its deep blues and brass veining and this incredible sink that was created out of it as well, to continue the continuity of this kitchen. The enormous island is covered with the same stone but with the dark wood, it provides a dramatic flair. The mercury glass pendants, do not distract but complete the look. Photographer: Michael Hunter Photography

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With enormous rectangular beams and round log posts, the Spanish Peaks House is a spectacular study in contrasts. Even the exterior—with horizontal log slab siding and vertical wood paneling—mixes textures and styles beautifully. An outdoor rock fireplace, built-in stone grill and ample seating enable the owners to make the most of the mountain-top setting. Inside, the owners relied on Blue Ribbon Builders to capture the natural feel of the home’s surroundings. A massive boulder makes up the hearth in the great room, and provides ideal fireside seating. A custom-made stone replica of Lone Peak is the backsplash in a distinctive powder room; and a giant slab of granite adds the finishing touch to the home’s enviable wood, tile and granite kitchen. In the daylight basement, brushed concrete flooring adds both texture and durability. Roger Wade

Custom tasting room with groin ceiling and brick floor. Enormous room with warm lighting and several table to entertain at.
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Large hilltop home with 360-degree views of canyons, mountains, and golf course. Extensive use of stone tile, slab stone, and exotic woods. Enormous pool, multiple spas, putting green, home theater, patios with fire pits, indoor-outdoor living. Project designed by Susie Hersker’s Scottsdale interior design firm Design Directives. Design Directives is active in Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, Carefree, Sedona, and beyond. For more about Design Directives, click here: https://susanherskerasid.com/

This kitchen was very 1980s and the homeowners were ready for a change. As amateur chefs, they had a lot of requests and appliances to accommodate but we were up for the challenge. Taking the kitchen back down to the studs, we began to open up their kitchen while providing them plenty of storage to conceal their bulk storage and many small appliances. Replacing their existing refrigerator with a panel-ready column refrigerator and freezer, helped keep the sleek look of the cabinets without being disrupted by appliances. The vacuum sealer drawer is an integrated part as well, hidden by the matching cabinet drawer front. Even the beverage cooler has a door that matches the cabinetry of the island. The stainless, professional-grade gas range stands out amongst the white cabinets and its brass touches match the cabinet hardware, faucet, pot-filler, and veining through the quartzite. The show-stopper of this kitchen is this amazing book-matched quartzite with its deep blues and brass veining and this incredible sink that was created out of it as well, to continue the continuity of this kitchen. The enormous island is covered with the same stone but with the dark wood, it provides a dramatic flair. The mercury glass pendants, do not distract but complete the look. Photographer: Michael Hunter Photography

When designing this home, we wanted to create an entertainers dream. The home is located in the heart of Rancho Mirage which attracts people from all over the world. This home sits on an acre and is on a private golf course. This view shows the grand circular driveway entrance which is surrounded by an enormous fountain, a central water feature with basalt columns and a glass bridge that leads to the front door. It is ultimately private, has 7 bedrooms, eight baths, and 360 degree views. We worked with an internationally renowned architect to design the home, selected all the interior and exterior hard surfaces, and furnished the interior.

This calming blue walk-in shower features this pony wall to match the enormous shower space. The pebble tile flooring and large bright window have these homeowners feeling one with nature with the multiple shower heads and rainfall shower in brushed nickel finishes.

Pineapple House helped conceptualize then build a waterfront home on a fabulous lot. Our goal was to maximize the indoor/outdoor connection, which involved installing enormous code-compliant glass walls to grant uninterrupted vistas. You can see that from the front driveway, you can see all the way through the house to the river behind it.

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This partially wooded, acre and a half lot in West Dundee presented many challenges. The clients began working with a Landscape Architect in the early spring, but after not getting the innovative ideas they were seeking, the home builder and Architect suggested the client contact our landscape design/build firm. We immediately hit it off with the charismatic clients. They had a tall order for us: complete the design and implement the construction within a three month period. For many projects this would be a reasonable time frame. However construction delays and the coordination of multiple trades left a very short window to complete the work. Beyond the tight time frame the site required specific care in preserving the many mature surrounding trees, as well as addressing a vast grade change. Over fifteen feet of grade change occurs from one end of this woodland property to the other. All of these constraints proved to be an enormous challenge as we worked to include and coordinate the following elements: the drive layout, a dramatic front entry, various gardens, landscape lighting, irrigation, and a plan for a backyard pool and entertainment space that already had been started without a clear plan. Fortunately, the client loved our design ideas and attention to detail and we were able to mobilize and begin construction. With the seamless coordination between our firm and the builder we implemented all the elements of this grand project. In total eight different crews and five separate trades worked together to complete the landscape. The completed project resulted in a rewarding experience for our firm, the builder and architect, as well as the client. Together we were able to create and construct a perfect oasis for the client that suited the beautiful property and the architecture of this dream home.

This Beautiful Country Farmhouse rests upon 5 acres among the most incredible large Oak Trees and Rolling Meadows in all of Asheville, North Carolina. Heart-beats relax to resting rates and warm, cozy feelings surplus when your eyes lay on this astounding masterpiece. The long paver driveway invites with meticulously landscaped grass, flowers and shrubs. Romantic Window Boxes accentuate high quality finishes of handsomely stained woodwork and trim with beautifully painted Hardy Wood Siding. Your gaze enhances as you saunter over an elegant walkway and approach the stately front-entry double doors. Warm welcomes and good times are happening inside this home with an enormous Open Concept Floor Plan. High Ceilings with a Large, Classic Brick Fireplace and stained Timber Beams and Columns adjoin the Stunning Kitchen with Gorgeous Cabinets, Leathered Finished Island and Luxurious Light Fixtures. There is an exquisite Butlers Pantry just off the kitchen with multiple shelving for crystal and dishware and the large windows provide natural light and views to enjoy. Another fireplace and sitting area are adjacent to the kitchen. The large Master Bath boasts His & Hers Marble Vanity’s and connects to the spacious Master Closet with built-in seating and an island to accommodate attire. Upstairs are three guest bedrooms with views overlooking the country side. Quiet bliss awaits in this loving nest amiss the sweet hills of North Carolina.

Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes Location: Boulder, CO, United States The homeowner wanted something bold and unique for his home. He asked that it be warm in its material palette, strongly connected to its site and deep green in its performance. This 3,000 sf. modern home’s design reflects a carefully crafted balance between capturing mountain views and passive solar design. On the ground floor, interior Travertine tile radiant heated floors flow out through broad sliding doors to the white concrete patio and then dissolves into the landscape. A built-in BBQ and gas fire pit create an outdoor room. The ground floor has a sunny, simple open concept floor plan that joins all the public social spaces and creates a gracious indoor/outdoor flow. The sleek kitchen has an urban cultivator (for fresh veggies) and a quick connection to the raised bed garden and small fruit tree orchard outside. Follow the floating staircase up the board-formed concrete tile wall. At the landing your view continues out over a “live roof”. The second floor’s 14ft tall ceilings open to giant views of the Flatirons and towering trees. Clerestory windows allow in high light, and create a floating roof effect as the Doug Fir ceiling continues out to form the large eaves; we protected the house’s large windows from overheating by creating an enormous cantilevered hat. The upper floor has a bedroom on each end and is centered around the spacious family room, where music is the main activity. The family room has a nook for a mini-home office featuring a floating wood desk. Forming one wall of the family room, a custom-designed pair of laser-cut barn doors inspired by a forest of trees opens to an 18th century Chinese day-bed. The bathrooms sport hand-made glass mosaic tiles; the daughter’s shower is designed to resemble a waterfall. This near-Net-Zero Energy home achieved LEED Gold certification. It has 10kWh of solar panels discretely tucked onto the roof, a ground source heat pump & boiler, foam insulation, an ERV, Energy Star windows and appliances, all LED lights and water conserving plumbing fixtures. Built by Skycastle Construction.

A magnificent Victorian receives an enormous makeover and brand new landscape design. We wanted to keep the focus on the house while giving the homeowner privacy from the street and keeping a historic cottage garden feel with plenty of room for children to play on a large lawn.

This Beautiful Country Farmhouse rests upon 5 acres among the most incredible large Oak Trees and Rolling Meadows in all of Asheville, North Carolina. Heart-beats relax to resting rates and warm, cozy feelings surplus when your eyes lay on this astounding masterpiece. The long paver driveway invites with meticulously landscaped grass, flowers and shrubs. Romantic Window Boxes accentuate high quality finishes of handsomely stained woodwork and trim with beautifully painted Hardy Wood Siding. Your gaze enhances as you saunter over an elegant walkway and approach the stately front-entry double doors. Warm welcomes and good times are happening inside this home with an enormous Open Concept Floor Plan. High Ceilings with a Large, Classic Brick Fireplace and stained Timber Beams and Columns adjoin the Stunning Kitchen with Gorgeous Cabinets, Leathered Finished Island and Luxurious Light Fixtures. There is an exquisite Butlers Pantry just off the kitchen with multiple shelving for crystal and dishware and the large windows provide natural light and views to enjoy. Another fireplace and sitting area are adjacent to the kitchen. The large Master Bath boasts His & Hers Marble Vanity's and connects to the spacious Master Closet with built-in seating and an island to accommodate attire. Upstairs are three guest bedrooms with views overlooking the country side. Quiet bliss awaits in this loving nest amiss the sweet hills of North Carolina.

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