Archway with architrave leading to entry and stair. This custom, high-performance home was designed and built to a LEED for Homes Platinum rating, the highest rating given to homes when certified by the US Green Building Council. The house has been laid out to take maximum advantage of both passive and active solar energy, natural ventilation, low impact and recyclable materials, high efficiency lighting and controls, in a structure that is very simple and economical to build. The envelope of the house is designed to require a minimum amount of energy in order to live and use the home based on the lifestyle of the occupants. The home will have an innovative HVAC system that has been recently developed by engineers from the University of Illinois which uses considerably less energy than a conventional heating and cooling system and provides extremely high indoor air quality utilizing a CERV (conditioned energy recovery ventilation system) combined with a cost effective installation. Lawrence Smith Photography

Designer: Maria Degange

This brightly lit ensuite bathroom is any couple’s dream. The warm grey palette has a calming effect on the space. The play on shape is evident throughout the room, from over-sized hexagon floor tiles, long linear wall tiles, and round mirrors. Black fixtures add an elegance and contrast the light colour palette. The eye-catching feature of this otherwise neutral bathroom must be the large cherry vanity which occupies on wall of the space. The natural wood, finished with a clear stain, brings an organic quality to the space bringing a warmth that only cherry wood can provide. Double sinks and a crisp white quartz countertop make this vanity extremely functional for any busy couple. The slipper tub is perfectly positioned under a large picture window; ideal for admiring the view or your stunning ensuite bathroom!

Rolling Shutters are the perfect way to protect your home or business against extreme weather conditions and storm damage. These hurricane-approved rolling shutters undergo extensive testing to ensure durability and effectiveness, plus they look great on your homes and businesses. Rolling Shutters are a great choice for homes and businesses in that want powerful storm protection. They are specially designed to blend into a building’s architecture. Even when a multi-story building is completed in different phases, rolling shutters will look consistent. Electric Rolling shutters can be opened and closed with the flip of a switch. Manual roll down options and battery-operated systems are also available. They are great in case of a power outage.

This brightly lit ensuite bathroom is any couple’s dream. The warm grey palette has a calming effect on the space. The play on shape is evident throughout the room, from over-sized hexagon floor tiles, long linear wall tiles, and round mirrors. Black fixtures add an elegance and contrast the light colour palette. The eye-catching feature of this otherwise neutral bathroom must be the large cherry vanity which occupies on wall of the space. The natural wood, finished with a clear stain, brings an organic quality to the space bringing a warmth that only cherry wood can provide. Double sinks and a crisp white quartz countertop make this vanity extremely functional for any busy couple. The slipper tub is perfectly positioned under a large picture window; ideal for admiring the view or your stunning ensuite bathroom!

Porcelain Pebbles are glazed porcelain tile which designed as pebble shapes. The chips look like triangles with rounded edges, also look like heart shape. These tiles are made of porcelain which almost has zero water absorption. Therefore, they are extremely good for swimming pools, bathroom and shower floor. The key point for production is the temperature. Only the right temperature can bring beautiful fambe effect that looks like flowers on the finish of the tile. These porcelain tiles are durable and stable. They may be used for both interior designs and outdoors.

This brightly lit ensuite bathroom is any couple’s dream. The warm grey palette has a calming effect on the space. The play on shape is evident throughout the room, from over-sized hexagon floor tiles, long linear wall tiles, and round mirrors. Black fixtures add an elegance and contrast the light colour palette. The eye-catching feature of this otherwise neutral bathroom must be the large cherry vanity which occupies on wall of the space. The natural wood, finished with a clear stain, brings an organic quality to the space bringing a warmth that only cherry wood can provide. Double sinks and a crisp white quartz countertop make this vanity extremely functional for any busy couple. The slipper tub is perfectly positioned under a large picture window; ideal for admiring the view or your stunning ensuite bathroom!

This brightly lit ensuite bathroom is any couple’s dream. The warm grey palette has a calming effect on the space. The play on shape is evident throughout the room, from over-sized hexagon floor tiles, long linear wall tiles, and round mirrors. Black fixtures add an elegance and contrast the light colour palette. The eye-catching feature of this otherwise neutral bathroom must be the large cherry vanity which occupies on wall of the space. The natural wood, finished with a clear stain, brings an organic quality to the space bringing a warmth that only cherry wood can provide. Double sinks and a crisp white quartz countertop make this vanity extremely functional for any busy couple. The slipper tub is perfectly positioned under a large picture window; ideal for admiring the view or your stunning ensuite bathroom!

Modern, bright kitchen for a busy young family. Lots of color and interest.
Dining room - transitional dining room idea in DC Metro

This brightly lit ensuite bathroom is any couple’s dream. The warm grey palette has a calming effect on the space. The play on shape is evident throughout the room, from over-sized hexagon floor tiles, long linear wall tiles, and round mirrors. Black fixtures add an elegance and contrast the light colour palette. The eye-catching feature of this otherwise neutral bathroom must be the large cherry vanity which occupies on wall of the space. The natural wood, finished with a clear stain, brings an organic quality to the space bringing a warmth that only cherry wood can provide. Double sinks and a crisp white quartz countertop make this vanity extremely functional for any busy couple. The slipper tub is perfectly positioned under a large picture window; ideal for admiring the view or your stunning ensuite bathroom!

Porcelain Pebbles are glazed porcelain tile which designed as pebble shapes. The chips look like triangles with rounded edges, also look like heart shape. These tiles are made of porcelain which almost has zero water absorption. Therefore, they are extremely good for swimming pools, bathroom and shower floor. The key point for production is the temperature. Only the right temperature can bring beautiful fambe effect that looks like flowers on the finish of the tile. These porcelain tiles are durable and stable. They may be used for both interior designs and outdoors.

This kitchen transformation is done in a white painted cabinet with pinstripe. The white is a warm shade with gray undertones. The pinstripe color was custom matched to the color of the new subway tile added for the new back splash. Even though this was one of our basic paint options, the client chose to have us spray it all for a more polished factory finish. The colors for the cabinet paint and backsplash were pulled out of the beautiful new granite counter tops they had installed. Before having Vintage Chic do one of our finishes on the cabinets, they had gotten estimates of almost $25,000 for the new cabinets they liked. Vintage Chic was able to give them a custom finish that was exactly what they wanted for ONLY 14% of that cost. While having your cabinets refinished by Vintage Chic is not a “cheap fix” it is an extremely cost effective alternative to replacing your cabinets. Get an estimate now for your project and start your kitchen transformation or make an appointment to come by our studio showroom at 208 North Boone Street in Johnson City to see samples boards and pieces to inspire you. Photos by Donnye Phillips

Only a handful of artisans on the island of Murano have the technical knowledge and expertise required to produce something like this. This is why an all glass coffee table such as this one is extremely short in supply. The making of each Miniforms Soda table starts with one unique piece of Murano blown glass. It is placed in a Murano furnace where each table is blown, drawn-out and shaped by three master glass-makers. They are equipped with a complex system of burners to keep the same temperature throughout the mold, which is essential to creating a hammered feeling to the texture. The result is a single volume of glass with three large petals forming the stem. The rippling texture of the Soda table showcases class and ethereal beauty, and the uniqueness of the glass provides extraordinary effects of light and shadow. The glass coffee table is available in amber and petrol green. The Soda table by Yiannis Ghikas expresses the excellence in creativity, technology and research. Made in Italy

Only a handful of artisans on the island of Murano have the technical knowledge and expertise required to produce something like this. This is why an all glass coffee table such as this one is extremely short in supply. The making of each Miniforms Soda table starts with one unique piece of Murano blown glass. It is placed in a Murano furnace where each table is blown, drawn-out and shaped by three master glass-makers. They are equipped with a complex system of burners to keep the same temperature throughout the mold, which is essential to creating a hammered feeling to the texture. The result is a single volume of glass with three large petals forming the stem. The rippling texture of the Soda table showcases class and ethereal beauty, and the uniqueness of the glass provides extraordinary effects of light and shadow. The glass coffee table is available in amber and petrol green. The Soda table by Yiannis Ghikas expresses the excellence in creativity, technology and research. Made in Italy

Example of a minimalist gray floor and vaulted ceiling kitchen design in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, an island and white countertops

Only a handful of artisans on the island of Murano have the technical knowledge and expertise required to produce something like this. This is why an all glass coffee table such as this one is extremely short in supply. The making of each Miniforms Soda table starts with one unique piece of Murano blown glass. It is placed in a Murano furnace where each table is blown, drawn-out and shaped by three master glass-makers. They are equipped with a complex system of burners to keep the same temperature throughout the mold, which is essential to creating a hammered feeling to the texture. The result is a single volume of glass with three large petals forming the stem. The rippling texture of the Soda table showcases class and ethereal beauty, and the uniqueness of the glass provides extraordinary effects of light and shadow. The glass coffee table is available in amber and petrol green. The Soda table by Yiannis Ghikas expresses the excellence in creativity, technology and research. Made in Italy

The Aquamarine frosted-blue window tint treatment on this entryway door makes for a serene and beautiful entrance. Both extremely chic and private, this opaque frost offers total privacy without shutting out the light completely. Avoiding the heat absorption of transparent glass doors, this Jacoby window treatment will not only keep the inside of the house cool but also protect the richly hued floors from the abuse and damage of unfiltered UV light. For those who love the warmth of sunlight but would rather avoid the harsher effects, these frosted panels offer the best of both worlds.

Only a handful of artisans on the island of Murano have the technical knowledge and expertise required to produce something like this. This is why an all glass coffee table such as this one is extremely short in supply. The making of each Miniforms Soda table starts with one unique piece of Murano blown glass. It is placed in a Murano furnace where each table is blown, drawn-out and shaped by three master glass-makers. They are equipped with a complex system of burners to keep the same temperature throughout the mold, which is essential to creating a hammered feeling to the texture. The result is a single volume of glass with three large petals forming the stem. The rippling texture of the Soda table showcases class and ethereal beauty, and the uniqueness of the glass provides extraordinary effects of light and shadow. The glass coffee table is available in amber and petrol green. The Soda table by Yiannis Ghikas expresses the excellence in creativity, technology and research. Made in Italy

Only a handful of artisans on the island of Murano have the technical knowledge and expertise required to produce something like this. This is why an all glass coffee table such as this one is extremely short in supply. The making of each Miniforms Soda table starts with one unique piece of Murano blown glass. It is placed in a Murano furnace where each table is blown, drawn-out and shaped by three master glass-makers. They are equipped with a complex system of burners to keep the same temperature throughout the mold, which is essential to creating a hammered feeling to the texture. The result is a single volume of glass with three large petals forming the stem. The rippling texture of the Soda table showcases class and ethereal beauty, and the uniqueness of the glass provides extraordinary effects of light and shadow. The glass coffee table is available in amber and petrol green. The Soda table by Yiannis Ghikas expresses the excellence in creativity, technology and research. Made in Italy