Karuna Passive House designed by Holst Architecture and built by Hammer & Hand. This high performance home meets the world's most demanding green building certifications. Photo by Jeremy Bittermann.

Bill Taylor
Example of a classic wooden curved staircase design in Boston

Techo-Bloc
Inspiration for a patio remodel in Boston

Cambridge Pavers
Patio - patio idea in Boston

Nicolock
Patio photo in Boston

Robin Stancliff
Example of a tuscan 3/4 blue tile and ceramic tile bathroom design in Phoenix with brown walls and flat-panel cabinets

Cambridge Pavers
Patio - patio idea in Boston

Cambridge Pavers
Patio - patio idea in Boston

Cambridge Pavers
Patio photo in Boston

Cambridge Pavers
Patio photo in Boston

Cambridge Pavers
Patio - patio idea in Boston

Cambridge Pavers
Patio photo in Boston

Techo-Bloc
Inspiration for a patio remodel in Boston

Techo-Bloc
Example of a patio design in Boston

This client wanted their Terrace Level to be comprised of the warm finishes and colors found in a true Tuscan home. Basement was completely unfinished so once we space planned for all necessary areas including pre-teen media area and game room, adult media area, home bar and wine cellar guest suite and bathroom; we started selecting materials that were authentic and yet low maintenance since the entire space opens to an outdoor living area with pool. The wood like porcelain tile used to create interest on floors was complimented by custom distressed beams on the ceilings. Real stucco walls and brick floors lit by a wrought iron lantern create a true wine cellar mood. A sloped fireplace designed with brick, stone and stucco was enhanced with the rustic wood beam mantle to resemble a fireplace seen in Italy while adding a perfect and unexpected rustic charm and coziness to the bar area. Finally decorative finishes were applied to columns for a layered and worn appearance. Tumbled stone backsplash behind the bar was hand painted for another one of a kind focal point. Some other important features are the double sided iron railed staircase designed to make the space feel more unified and open and the barrel ceiling in the wine cellar. Carefully selected furniture and accessories complete the look.

Techo-Bloc

Patricia Bean Photography, Design Build by Brenda at Art a la Carte Design
Inspiration for a mediterranean terra-cotta tile and brown floor wine cellar remodel in San Diego with storage racks

Modern glass house set in the landscape evokes a midcentury vibe. A modern gas fireplace divides the living area with a polished concrete floor from the greenhouse with a gravel floor. The frame is painted steel with aluminum sliding glass door. The front features a green roof with native grasses and the rear is covered with a glass roof. Photo by: Peter Vanderwarker Photography

Dorado Secondary Bathroom
Bathroom - contemporary bathroom idea in Denver with wood countertops