Mike Schwartz
Open concept kitchen - large contemporary l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Chicago with an island, a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash and white countertops

Beach style bathroom photo in Sacramento

Example of a minimalist kitchen design in New York

The goal was to create a kitchen which was luxurious, timeless, classic, yet absolutely current and contemporary.
Example of a large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, an island, a drop-in sink, marble backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Example of a mid-sized country master white tile and mosaic tile dark wood floor freestanding bathtub design in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a drop-in sink and granite countertops

Tranquil patio & seating area with exceptional lighting throughout.
Large trendy backyard stamped concrete patio kitchen photo in San Francisco with a pergola

Trendy bathroom photo in Chicago

Design by Abby Wolf Weiss Interiors | photo by Jessica Claire | www.jessicaclaire.net
Transitional kitchen photo in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white backsplash

Living room Built Photo
Inspiration for a large 1950s concrete floor and gray floor living room remodel in Portland with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and no tv

Example of a cottage bathroom design in Little Rock

Tuscan terra-cotta tile kitchen photo in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, blue backsplash, custom tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Inspiration for a small contemporary 3/4 gray tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile corner shower remodel in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, gray walls and a one-piece toilet

Exceptional 2 bedroom 2 bath in the Metropolitan Grand - a fantastic elevator building with an elegant lobby. This 1,375 square foot home offers 2 large private decks, on–site garage parking and a fabulous floor plan with distinctive columns separating the spacious living and dining rooms. Gourmet kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances, streamlined maple cabinetry, granite counters and breakfast bar. Master suite features his and her custom walk-in closets and stunning marble bath with oversized shower, separate soaking tub and double sinks. Other features include: hardwood floors with cherry inlay, surround sound speakers, central air conditioning and in-home laundry. Close to all transportation, PATH, ferry & shopping.

Spacecrafting
Elegant l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen photo in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and marble countertops

Nikola Vick
Elegant master corner shower photo in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and gray walls

Living room - mid-sized contemporary formal and open concept marble floor and white floor living room idea in Phoenix with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman master gray tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile corner shower remodel in Cincinnati with dark wood cabinets, granite countertops and gray walls

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. Eric Roth Photo

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Inspiration for a large mediterranean l-shaped open concept kitchen remodel in Omaha with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances, granite countertops and beige backsplash