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![Jamaica Pond](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/dining-rooms/jamaica-pond-elms-interior-design-img~0661f7d90166df2a_2062-1-695771d-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Elms Interior Design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/4ef3d7020f1db1f1_8084-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Photography by Michael J. Lee
Inspiration for a transitional dark wood floor dining room remodel in Boston with blue walls
Inspiration for a transitional dark wood floor dining room remodel in Boston with blue walls
![University Park Renovation](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/pools/university-park-renovation-pool-environments-inc-img~eb0140bb06a908de_3430-1-33ff1fc-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Pool Environments, Inc.](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a2e379bf0f3ab689_6040-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Originally designed by one of the most notable landscape architects in town, this once impressive project had faltered in recent years. The pool and spa still functioned well, and the client wanted to keep it intact. In addition, they wanted to keep as much of the existing landscaping as possible. The surrounding decks, walls, and steps were fair game. At first glance, one might think that our changes were simple material changes. Upon closer inspection, however, one can see the subtle, yet transformative changes that come together to update this classic pool in a tasteful, timeless manner, and improve the flow and usability of the deck areas, while softening the feel of the massive hardscape.
The subtle changes begin as soon as you walk out the back door of the house. The existing decking had a lot of what we call “tweeners”; areas that are overly generous walkways, yet not large enough to house furniture. The awkwardly small bluestone patio was expanded to accommodate a generous seating area, by pushing the step-down closer to the pool. Our talented stone mason carefully married the new bluestone into the existing, resulting in an imperceptible difference between the two. As you descend the new bluestone steps to the pool level, your bare feet will be thankful for the new smooth-finished limestone colored concrete, with a hand cut pattern carefully etched into its surface. The old red brick decking was so hot that the owners could not walk around the pool in bare feet. The brick coping was also replaced with an eased edge Pennsylvania Premier Stone which matches the new step treads throughout the project. Between the house and the pool, a large raised planter was reconfigured, giving additional space to the pool deck for a shaded lounge chair area.
Across the pool, a bank of rather tall painted brick retaining walls were cut down, shortened, and moved. This lessened the visual impact of the walls, which were rather overwhelming in the space, as well as opening up a new seating area, nestled under the arms of the massive pecan at the back of the property. Rather than continuing solid decking around the entire pool, the area near these walls has been transformed to large stone stepper pads set in a sea of beautiful St. Augustine lawn. This creates a visually softened area that is still suited to setting tables and chairs when the guest list calls for additional seating.
The spa area is quite possibly the most dramatic change on this project. Yet more raised planter walls divided this area into awkward spaces, unsuited to proper furniture placement. The planters were removed, new stone decks, once again expertly married into the existing, opening the area to house a large dining table and new built in bbq area. The spa itself was re-imagined with the bluestone coping, and painted brick veneer. The most impressive addition though is the new handmade glazed tiles that surround the existing cast stone water feature. This water feature was almost unnoticeable against the painted brick wall, but now the dramatic arch and pop of color draw the eye to this quaint little corner of the property.
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Country Home. Photographer: Rob Karosis
Example of a classic entryway design in New York with yellow walls and a white front door
Example of a classic entryway design in New York with yellow walls and a white front door
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![Easton, Maryland - Traditional - Kitchen with Lake View](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/kitchens/easton-maryland-traditional-kitchen-with-lake-view-jennifer-gilmer-kitchen-and-bath-img~7f610227026ace49_4905-1-2770973-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/e52329ba0fc63380_9056-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Easton, Maryland Traditional Kitchen Design by #JenniferGilmer with a lake view
http://gilmerkitchens.com/
Photography by Bob Narod
![90's Townhome Makeover](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/69b1ef830257655b_5265-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![1st Impressions Design, LLC](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/27f34f1609d2e6e9_6396-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Black and white trim and warm gray walls create transitional style in a small-space living room.
Living room - small transitional laminate floor and brown floor living room idea in Minneapolis with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace
Living room - small transitional laminate floor and brown floor living room idea in Minneapolis with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace
![new bathroom addition](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/bathrooms/new-bathroom-addition-axis-productions-img~a681f688046fee1e_9691-1-1b89bfb-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![AXIS Productions](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/aeb3ef5d0daa30f8_1573-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
a bathroom was added between the existing garage and home. A window couldn't be added, so a skylight brings needed sunlight into the space.
WoodStone Inc, General Contractor
Home Interiors, Cortney McDougal, Interior Design
Draper White Photography
![Salon](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/family-rooms/salon-michael-abrams-interiors-img~f4119c8f0140b3d1_0718-1-4015e86-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
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Example of a classic enclosed family room design in Chicago with a standard fireplace and gray walls
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![Luther Paul Weber AIA, Architect](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/69d3929701069941_9446-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
A new Tudor bay added to the front of an existing red brick home using new stone to integrate the base with the existing stone base. Fir windows and cedar trim are stained complementary colors. The darker window color draws out the dark "clinker" bricks. The roof is Certainteed Grand Manor asphalt shingles designed to appear as slate. The gutters and downspouts are copper.
The paint of the stucco is Benjamin Moore Exterior low luster in color: “Briarwood”.
Hoachlander Davis Photography
![Crisp Architects](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/kitchens/crisp-architects-crisp-architects-img~7e41d56b0f47dba1_1634-1-3619ae5-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
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Photography by Rob Karosis
Inspiration for a large timeless u-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in New York with marble countertops, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, paneled appliances, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash and an island
Inspiration for a large timeless u-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in New York with marble countertops, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, paneled appliances, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash and an island
![Custom white kitchen design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/kitchens/custom-white-kitchen-design-monarch-and-maker-img~e6612a2a05158050_2533-1-c1d89bf-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Monarch & Maker](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/be831e430f109644_3465-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Houston with white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, stone slab backsplash, recessed-panel cabinets, a double-bowl sink, quartz countertops and white countertops
![Barrier-Free Shower Stall](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/bathrooms/barrier-free-shower-stall-spa-tile-img~77418ae00102c7be_7808-1-9455ac2-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Spa Tile](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/5293e9350fa857f9_2272-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Master bath in a private home in Brooklyn New York, apartment designed by Eric Safyan, Architect, with Green Mountain Construction & Design
Example of a classic walk-in shower design in New York with a pedestal sink
Example of a classic walk-in shower design in New York with a pedestal sink
![Rustic Kitchen](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/kitchens/rustic-kitchen-smith-and-vansant-architects-pc-img~4b01c57e00bfa7f1_0995-1-c65aff7-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
Inspiration for a rustic kitchen remodel in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets and beige cabinets
![Turn of the Century Cottage](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/bedrooms/turn-of-the-century-cottage-tom-stringer-design-partners-img~cc313b87006b4753_6940-1-f3c8215-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![User](http://www.houzz.com/res/28698993/pic/user_0.png?v=28698993)
Photography by: Werner Straube
Beach style dark wood floor bedroom photo in Chicago with white walls
Beach style dark wood floor bedroom photo in Chicago with white walls
![Fitler Square House](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/bathrooms/fitler-square-house-k-yoder-design-llc-img~63c147490d7ff63e_1123-1-45d6d0f-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![k YODER design, LLC](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a8b3b03f0112a86d_3640-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Custom cabinetry conceals laundry equipment while the quartz stone top provides ample space for folding.
Minimalist master gray floor bathroom photo in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, white countertops, a wall-mount toilet and quartz countertops
Minimalist master gray floor bathroom photo in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, white countertops, a wall-mount toilet and quartz countertops
![A New Start](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/bedrooms/a-new-start-dalia-canora-design-llc-img~d2d1dc6e06552678_1700-1-9824d89-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Dalia Canora Design, LLC](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/03b30a5c03680833_5192-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Mid-sized transitional master dark wood floor and brown floor bedroom photo in DC Metro with gray walls and no fireplace
![Whale Rock Addition](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/kitchens/whale-rock-addition-ellen-mckenna-design-img~6f31a64c080bf243_5740-1-ee9e699-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Ellen McKenna Design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/9b0379780f8dd704_5518-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Photographed by Kyle Caldwell
Eat-in kitchen - large modern l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Salt Lake City with white cabinets, solid surface countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, an undermount sink and flat-panel cabinets
Eat-in kitchen - large modern l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Salt Lake City with white cabinets, solid surface countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, an undermount sink and flat-panel cabinets
![Buckhead](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/exteriors/buckhead-kemp-hall-studio-img~811132ed00bf8330_4907-1-f5da8d4-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![J Steven Kemp Architect](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7f1327100c4d8c00_4280-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Mid-sized elegant beige three-story brick house exterior photo in Atlanta with a shingle roof
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Photo by Bernard André
Inspiration for a timeless home theater remodel in San Francisco with a wall-mounted tv
Inspiration for a timeless home theater remodel in San Francisco with a wall-mounted tv
![Graceful Gray Kitchen Remodel - Glen Ellyn, IL](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/kitchens/graceful-gray-kitchen-remodel-glen-ellyn-il-the-kitchen-studio-of-glen-ellyn-img~054191da0740a322_9798-1-ff93b9d-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
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The homeowners of this mid-century Colonial and family of four were frustrated with the layout of their existing kitchen which was a small, narrow peninsula layout but that was adjoining a large space that they could not figure out how to use. Stealing part of the unused space seemed like an easy solution, except that there was an existing transition in floor height which made that a bit tricky. The solution of bringing the floor height up to meet the height of the existing kitchen allowed us to do just that.
This solution also offered some challenges. The exterior door had to be raised which resulted in some exterior rework, and the floor transition had to happen somewhere to get out to the garage, so we ended up “pushing” it towards what is now a new mudroom and powder room area. This solution allows for a small but functional and hidden mudroom area and more private powder room situation.
Another challenge of the design was the very narrow space. To minimize issues with this, we moved the location of the refrigerator into the newly found space which gave us an L-shaped layout allowing for an island and even some shallow pantry storage. The windows over the kitchen sink were expanded in size and relocated to allow more light into the room. A breakfast table fits perfectly in the area adjacent to the existing French doors and there was even room for a small bar area that helps transition from inside to outside for entertaining. The confusing unused space now makes sense and provides functionality on a daily basis.
To help bring some calm to this busy family, a pallet of soft neutrals was chosen -- gray glass tile with a simple metal accent strip, clear modern pendant lights and a neutral color scheme for cabinetry and countertops.
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Our main challenge was constructing an addition to the home sitting atop a mountain.
While excavating for the footing the heavily granite rock terrain remained immovable. Special engineering was required & a separate inspection done to approve the drilled reinforcement into the boulder.
An ugly load bearing column that interfered with having the addition blend with existing home was replaced with a load bearing support beam ingeniously hidden within the walls of the addition.
Existing flagstone around the patio had to be carefully sawcut in large pieces along existing grout lines to be preserved for relaying to blend with existing.
The close proximity of the client’s hot tub and pool to the work area posed a dangerous safety hazard. A temporary plywood cover was constructed over the hot tub and part of the pool to prevent falling into the water while still having pool accessible for clients. Temporary fences were built to confine the dogs from the main construction area.
Another challenge was to design the exterior of the new master suite to match the existing (west side) of the home. Duplicating the same dimensions for every new angle created, a symmetrical bump out was created for the new addition without jeopardizing the great mountain view! Also, all new matching security screen doors were added to the existing home as well as the new master suite to complete the well balanced and seamless appearance.
To utilize the view from the Client’s new master bedroom we expanded the existing room fifteen feet building a bay window wall with all fixed picture windows.
Client was extremely concerned about the room’s lighting. In addition to the window wall, we filled the room with recessed can lights, natural solar tube lighting, exterior patio doors, and additional interior transom windows.
Additional storage and a place to display collectibles was resolved by adding niches, plant shelves, and a master bedroom closet organizer.
The Client also wanted to have the interior of her new master bedroom suite blend in with the rest of the home. Custom made vanity cabinets and matching plumbing fixtures were designed for the master bath. Travertine floor tile matched existing; and entire suite was painted to match existing home interior.
During the framing stage a deep wall with additional unused space was discovered between the client’s living room area and the new master bedroom suite. Remembering the client’s wish for space for their electronic components, a custom face frame and cabinet door was ordered and installed creating another niche wide enough and deep enough for the Client to store all of the entertainment center components.
R-19 insulation was also utilized in this main entertainment wall to create an effective sound barrier between the existing living space and the new master suite.
The additional fifteen feet of interior living space totally completed the interior remodeled master bedroom suite. A bay window wall allowed the homeowner to capture all picturesque mountain views. The security screen doors offer an added security precaution, yet allowing airflow into the new space through the homeowners new French doors.
See how we created an open floor-plan for our master suite addition.
For more info and photos visit...
http://www.triliteremodeling.com/mountain-top-addition.html
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