You would never know that this mother-in-law addition wasn't part of the original build. The addition flows seamlessly into the existing home and boasts it's own private entrance. The studio suite design allows for maximum use of the main living space which includes an area for the bed, reading, relaxing, dining and much more. The bathroom includes a soaker tub, walk in shower and a massive double vanity. The closet area has plenty of storage and includes a dorm fridge and additional sink. The exposed brick and barn door add unique charm to this amazing space.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

This whole home remodel was designed to improve functionality, comfort, and everyday living for a growing family. An upstairs bedroom was transformed into a spacious laundry room, while the finished basement now features a private in-law suite with a bedroom, bathroom, and gathering space for guests and family game nights. Additional updates included a remodeled mudroom and powder bath, refreshed fireplaces and stairways, a new front entry door, updated lighting, and new 5-inch hardwood flooring throughout, creating a cohesive home built for years to come.

Doors created for the Ralph L. Carr Judicial Center in Denver. I wanted to design and createdoors for this fabulous new building that would reflect stature and balance. I also introduced the curve into these doors so by the time you mosey into the Law Library down the hall you will be prepared for the 4 all curvy doors.

2011 NATIONAL NARI COTY SOUTHEAST REGIONAL AWARD This family of four living in a 1987 brick colonial had to make dramatic changes now that their 85 years old grandmother was about to move in. They needed a mother-in-law suite complete with bathroom facilities to meet her needs. Because they were remodeling anyway, they decided to overhaul the rest of the home to create the house they have always dreamed about, including a grand two-story entry. Starting in the basement, the homeowner added a home theatre room, added storage and a larger bathroom. Hard wood floors and a new stairway were also added. The main level boasts the new two-story entry foyer. To its left is the mother-in-law suite with a large front bay window and its own walk-in closet and private bath. The bath is furnished with a walk-in jetted tub and aging-in-place accessories. Other first floor highlights include a music room and gourmet kitchen. Kitchen amenities the client always wanted were added, including a large center island, extended cabinets, double layered crown molding, exotic granite top and wide board mahogany floors throughout entire first floor. The entire second floor and stairs going up were reconfigured too. The master bedroom is larger with a new tray ceiling and recess lights. The new walk- in closet is now adjacent to the master bath instead of being across the room. The master bathroom was totally gutted and re-positioned. It includes an enlarged shower with bench and frameless shower door, toilet hidden behind a closet and new whirlpool surround with beautiful travertine tile and long double vanity space. This new renovation is truly a testament to the possibilities of aging-in-place remodeling strategies. Three generations are now living comfortably in this home.

Converting a basement can be one of the most cost-effective ways to create an in-law unit. Correctly done, it is also one of the least expensive to heat and cool, because temperatures will be moderated, to a degree, by the basement’s contact with the earth. The crux of a successful conversion is how un-basement-like you make it feel. In other words, it depends on how much sunlight, fresh air, comfort, and ceiling height you can get into the space

2011 NATIONAL NARI COTY SOUTHEAST REGIONAL AWARD This family of four living in a 1987 brick colonial had to make dramatic changes now that their 85 years old grandmother was about to move in. They needed a mother-in-law suite complete with bathroom facilities to meet her needs. Because they were remodeling anyway, they decided to overhaul the rest of the home to create the house they have always dreamed about, including a grand two-story entry. Starting in the basement, the homeowner added a home theatre room, added storage and a larger bathroom. Hard wood floors and a new stairway were also added. The main level boasts the new two-story entry foyer. To its left is the mother-in-law suite with a large front bay window and its own walk-in closet and private bath. The bath is furnished with a walk-in jetted tub and aging-in-place accessories. Other first floor highlights include a music room and gourmet kitchen. Kitchen amenities the client always wanted were added, including a large center island, extended cabinets, double layered crown molding, exotic granite top and wide board mahogany floors throughout entire first floor. The entire second floor and stairs going up were reconfigured too. The master bedroom is larger with a new tray ceiling and recess lights. The new walk- in closet is now adjacent to the master bath instead of being across the room. The master bathroom was totally gutted and re-positioned. It includes an enlarged shower with bench and frameless shower door, toilet hidden behind a closet and new whirlpool surround with beautiful travertine tile and long double vanity space. This new renovation is truly a testament to the possibilities of aging-in-place remodeling strategies. Three generations are now living comfortably in this home.

Dramatic glass front door and glass block sidelights provide natural light to filter through in this former garage converted into a "Grandma House". - Brian Covington Photography