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This is a library we built last year that became a centerpiece feature in "The Classical American House" book by Phillip James Dodd. We are also featured on the back cover. Asked to replicate and finish to match with new materials, we built this 16' high room using only the original Gothic arches that were existing. All other materials are new and finished to match. We thank John Milner Architects for the opportunity and the results are spectacular.
Photography: Tom Crane

Water slide - large contemporary backyard stone and custom-shaped water slide idea in New York

Photo by Seth Hannula
Inspiration for a small mediterranean black and white tile and beige tile travertine floor powder room remodel in Minneapolis with a vessel sink and white walls
Inspiration for a small mediterranean black and white tile and beige tile travertine floor powder room remodel in Minneapolis with a vessel sink and white walls
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Walk-in closet - mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral walk-in closet idea in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets and medium tone wood cabinets

Andrew’s taste for a clean, Contemporary and masculine interior, transferred into using wood and leather elements to warm up the space. Our design process was largely remote, sending options to this client by email, paired with thorough explanations and recommendations. With this, Andrew was able to make wise decisions within his budget.
We fell in love with this saddle leather sofa from Kardiel, as well as the Leathercraft recliner, upholstered in plush, green fabric. Photography by Julie Mannell Photography, Interior Design by Belltown Design LLC

Wall Control Pegboard Organizers have become very popular for organizing Nerf guns and Nerf Blasters. Turn a messy room into a show room with Wall Control pegboard! Create a colorful and custom space by alternating panel and accessory colors to create a theme or even add some LED lights like Arvil did here. Thanks for the great customer photo Arvil!

The Cycle House by chadbourne + doss architects includes a bike shop for the storage and maintenance of 18 bikes and opens to an enclosed work yard.
photo by Benjamin Benschneider

Photos credited to Imagesmith- Scott Smith
Entertain with an open and functional kitchen/ dining room. The structural Douglas Fir post and ceiling beams set the tone along with the stain matched 2x6 pine tongue and groove ceiling –this also serves as the finished floor surface at the loft above. Dreaming a cozy feel at the kitchen/dining area a darker stain was used to visual provide a shorter ceiling height to a 9’ plate line. The knotty Alder floating shelves and wall cabinetry share their own natural finish with a chocolate glazing. The island cabinet was of painted maple with a chocolate glaze as well, this unit wanted to look like a piece of furniture that was brought into the ‘cabin’ rather than built-in, again with a value minded approach. The flooring is a pre-finished engineered ½” Oak flooring, and again with the darker shade we wanted to emotionally deliver the cozier feel for the space. Additionally, lighting is essential to a cook’s –and kitchen’s- performance. We needed there to be ample lighting but only wanted to draw attention to the pendants above the island and the dining chandelier. We opted to wash the back splash and the counter tops with hidden LED strips. We then elected to use track lighting over the cooking area with as small of heads as possible and in black to make them ‘go away’ or get lost in the sauce.

The classic style covered cabana sits poolside and houses an impressive, outdoor, stacked stone, wood burning fireplace with wood storage, mounted tv, a vaulted tongue and groove ceiling and an outdoor living room perfect for hosting family and friends.

This fun classic kitchen in Gold River features Columbia frameless cabinets in Sandy Hook grey. A green glass backsplash in a random matte and polished pattern complements the cabinets which are faced with both painted wood and frosted glass. The Silestone countertops in the Lyra finish have an ogee bullnose edge. The floors are finished in a rich brown porcelain tile of varying sizes that are made to resemble distressed wood.
Photo Credit: PhotographerLink

Neil Michael - Axiom Photography
Photo of a small modern shade courtyard landscaping in Sacramento with a fire pit.
Photo of a small modern shade courtyard landscaping in Sacramento with a fire pit.

Design: kbg Design / Build: John Fuchs Properties / Cabinetry: Schmitz Woodworks / Photography: Agnieszka Jakubowicz
Bathroom - coastal mosaic tile floor, beige floor, single-sink, exposed beam, vaulted ceiling and wood ceiling bathroom idea in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue walls, an undermount sink, white countertops and a floating vanity
Bathroom - coastal mosaic tile floor, beige floor, single-sink, exposed beam, vaulted ceiling and wood ceiling bathroom idea in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue walls, an undermount sink, white countertops and a floating vanity

Entryway - large modern concrete floor and gray floor entryway idea in Seattle with gray walls and a glass front door

Morgan Howarth
Example of a mid-sized classic master multicolored tile and mosaic tile bathroom design in DC Metro with a console sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet and green walls
Example of a mid-sized classic master multicolored tile and mosaic tile bathroom design in DC Metro with a console sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet and green walls

Cooking for Two
Location: Plymouth, MN, United States
When this couple’s last child graduated from college they began the process of looking for a new home. After a lengthy search they decided to stay with the neighborhood they loved, saving money by remodeling rather than starting over.
The top priorities on their wish list were adding character to their 1990’s era home with a classic white kitchen and a larger island while keeping within the existing footprint. With the intention of honing their cooking skills, they were also considering better appliances and two ovens.
Challenges and Solutions
Design a larger island with seating for at least two. The existing island was small and the area behind the seating was less than recommended clearances.
To solve this challenge, the seating area of the island was extended out into the open area of the kitchen. This created a larger island with seating for three, extra storage and a bookshelf across from the range.
The original kitchen had a range with microwave above, so adding another oven was a challenge with limited wall space.
Because the adjoining dining room is used infrequently, the homeowner was open to placing the second oven and microwave in the walkway. This made room for the small buffet between the built in refrigerator and ovens, creating one of her favorite areas.
The client requested a white painted kitchen but wanted to make sure it had warmth and character. To achieve this the following elements were chosen:
1) Cabinets painted with Benjamin Moore Capitol White, a luminous and warm shade of white.
2) The Range hood was painted with warm metallic shades to reflect the bronze of the Ashley Norton hardware.
3) Black Aqua Grantique granite was chosen for countertops because it looks like soapstone and adds contrast.
4) Walker Zanger Café tile in Latte was chosen for it’s handmade look with uneven edges.
5) The to-the-counter-cabinet with glass door shows off serving dishes and lends sophisticated charm.
The result is a welcoming classic kitchen, where this couple enjoys cooking more often and sharpening their skills with gourmet appliances.
Liz Schupanitz Designs
Photographed by: Andrea Rugg Photography
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