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Progressive Design BuildHere in Florida, we’re blessed with great weather year-round. So it’s no surprise that outdoor entertaining areas are an extremely popular way to enhance outdoor living. When our clients requested an update to their existing outdoor kitchen while they were away on vacation, we were ready to hit the ground running. While their beautiful 2-story home on a golf course had a pool and covered lanai area, the existing outdoor kitchen just didn’t function well for their needs. Mainly, they craved additional counter space and more seating. And, as avid football fans, with a son playing on a renown Division 1 college team, they also wanted a large screen TV to watch games. After all, what better way to share game day excitement than at a barbecue with family and friends?
A Bigger, Better Kitchen Layout
Our brilliant design team came up with a much larger, u-shaped outdoor kitchen layout for increased functionality. The extra base cabinets provided plenty of storage as well as a foundation for additional countertop space. Adjacent to the sink, we added a 24” outdoor refrigerator to keep food and beverages chilled, and the high top bar allowed for more seating around the perimeter.
For cooking, our clients selected a much larger Lynx grill and side burner to replace the original grill. While the kitchen was already set up for a grilling area, it required a hood, so we built and installed a custom hood for proper ventilation. Then, we added a large screen TV above the hood for easy viewing.
Finishing Touches
To softly illuminate the entire space at night, we installed additional recessed light fixtures into the ceiling and under the grill hood. We also tied the Cypress wood ceiling and the crown molding together into the design with a luxurious cabinet stain. Along with these finishing touches, we added a decorative travertine stone backsplash behind the grill and homogenized the front face of the bar for a polished, matching look.
Ventilation Challenges
With the outdoor kitchen lanai located directly under a second-floor living area, we had expected to tuck away ventilation ductwork between the second-level floor joists and the exterior wall running parallel to the grill hood. However, upon further investigation, we discovered the second floor joist system, in fact, ran perpendicular to the grill hood. In short, we needed a new way to hide the venting without compromising the original design.
Our team came up with an inspired solution: Construction of a false wall behind the outdoor kitchen allowed us to run ductwork without creating a visible chase for the vent, thus maintaining a symmetrical look on both sides of the grill and decorative hood.
Exceeding Expectations
In the end, we didn’t just meet our clients’ needs for a beautiful outdoor kitchen update – we exceeded them. As planned, we completed the new outdoor kitchen while they were out of town. But when our clients returned from vacation, they were so impressed with the results (and the stress-free design/build experience) that they promptly hired us for another extensive remodel – a stunning home addition!
austin outdoor designtigerwood playhouse with a steel frame with floating steps. Wish I had this when I was young!
designed & built by austin outdoor design
photo by ryann ford
FINNE ArchitectsThe Mazama house is located in the Methow Valley of Washington State, a secluded mountain valley on the eastern edge of the North Cascades, about 200 miles northeast of Seattle.
The house has been carefully placed in a copse of trees at the easterly end of a large meadow. Two major building volumes indicate the house organization. A grounded 2-story bedroom wing anchors a raised living pavilion that is lifted off the ground by a series of exposed steel columns. Seen from the access road, the large meadow in front of the house continues right under the main living space, making the living pavilion into a kind of bridge structure spanning over the meadow grass, with the house touching the ground lightly on six steel columns. The raised floor level provides enhanced views as well as keeping the main living level well above the 3-4 feet of winter snow accumulation that is typical for the upper Methow Valley.
To further emphasize the idea of lightness, the exposed wood structure of the living pavilion roof changes pitch along its length, so the roof warps upward at each end. The interior exposed wood beams appear like an unfolding fan as the roof pitch changes. The main interior bearing columns are steel with a tapered “V”-shape, recalling the lightness of a dancer.
The house reflects the continuing FINNE investigation into the idea of crafted modernism, with cast bronze inserts at the front door, variegated laser-cut steel railing panels, a curvilinear cast-glass kitchen counter, waterjet-cut aluminum light fixtures, and many custom furniture pieces. The house interior has been designed to be completely integral with the exterior. The living pavilion contains more than twelve pieces of custom furniture and lighting, creating a totality of the designed environment that recalls the idea of Gesamtkunstverk, as seen in the work of Josef Hoffman and the Viennese Secessionist movement in the early 20th century.
The house has been designed from the start as a sustainable structure, with 40% higher insulation values than required by code, radiant concrete slab heating, efficient natural ventilation, large amounts of natural lighting, water-conserving plumbing fixtures, and locally sourced materials. Windows have high-performance LowE insulated glazing and are equipped with concealed shades. A radiant hydronic heat system with exposed concrete floors allows lower operating temperatures and higher occupant comfort levels. The concrete slabs conserve heat and provide great warmth and comfort for the feet.
Deep roof overhangs, built-in shades and high operating clerestory windows are used to reduce heat gain in summer months. During the winter, the lower sun angle is able to penetrate into living spaces and passively warm the exposed concrete floor. Low VOC paints and stains have been used throughout the house. The high level of craft evident in the house reflects another key principle of sustainable design: build it well and make it last for many years!
Photo by Benjamin Benschneider
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Court Atkins GroupMid-sized country medium tone wood floor bathroom photo in Charleston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray walls, marble countertops and brown cabinets
Hays + Ewing Design StudioHigh clerestory bring a soft light into the master bath. Photo: Prakash Patel
Alcove shower - small contemporary master black tile and mosaic tile travertine floor alcove shower idea in Richmond with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, granite countertops, a two-piece toilet and white walls
Alcove shower - small contemporary master black tile and mosaic tile travertine floor alcove shower idea in Richmond with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, granite countertops, a two-piece toilet and white walls
Progressive Design BuildHere in Florida, we’re blessed with great weather year-round. So it’s no surprise that outdoor entertaining areas are an extremely popular way to enhance outdoor living. When our clients requested an update to their existing outdoor kitchen while they were away on vacation, we were ready to hit the ground running. While their beautiful 2-story home on a golf course had a pool and covered lanai area, the existing outdoor kitchen just didn’t function well for their needs. Mainly, they craved additional counter space and more seating. And, as avid football fans, with a son playing on a renown Division 1 college team, they also wanted a large screen TV to watch games. After all, what better way to share game day excitement than at a barbecue with family and friends?
A Bigger, Better Kitchen Layout
Our brilliant design team came up with a much larger, u-shaped outdoor kitchen layout for increased functionality. The extra base cabinets provided plenty of storage as well as a foundation for additional countertop space. Adjacent to the sink, we added a 24” outdoor refrigerator to keep food and beverages chilled, and the high top bar allowed for more seating around the perimeter.
For cooking, our clients selected a much larger Lynx grill and side burner to replace the original grill. While the kitchen was already set up for a grilling area, it required a hood, so we built and installed a custom hood for proper ventilation. Then, we added a large screen TV above the hood for easy viewing.
Finishing Touches
To softly illuminate the entire space at night, we installed additional recessed light fixtures into the ceiling and under the grill hood. We also tied the Cypress wood ceiling and the crown molding together into the design with a luxurious cabinet stain. Along with these finishing touches, we added a decorative travertine stone backsplash behind the grill and homogenized the front face of the bar for a polished, matching look.
Ventilation Challenges
With the outdoor kitchen lanai located directly under a second-floor living area, we had expected to tuck away ventilation ductwork between the second-level floor joists and the exterior wall running parallel to the grill hood. However, upon further investigation, we discovered the second floor joist system, in fact, ran perpendicular to the grill hood. In short, we needed a new way to hide the venting without compromising the original design.
Our team came up with an inspired solution: Construction of a false wall behind the outdoor kitchen allowed us to run ductwork without creating a visible chase for the vent, thus maintaining a symmetrical look on both sides of the grill and decorative hood.
Exceeding Expectations
In the end, we didn’t just meet our clients’ needs for a beautiful outdoor kitchen update – we exceeded them. As planned, we completed the new outdoor kitchen while they were out of town. But when our clients returned from vacation, they were so impressed with the results (and the stress-free design/build experience) that they promptly hired us for another extensive remodel – a stunning home addition!
186 Lighting Design Group - Gregg MackellOur client was interested in having the connection of looking out the window of their penthouse, seeing stars and having those fiber optic stars continue on the inside of the bedroom and living room ceilings. The fiber optic installation included a "twinkle-wheel" to give the impression of the night sky.
Key words: Fiber Optics, fiber optic lighting, fibers, fiber optic star ceiling, start ceiling, fiber optic lighting, fiber optics, fiber star ceiling, star ceiling, bedroom star ceiling
La Costa Cabinets & DesignThis kitchen layout stayed the same, but a huge impact was made with clean front cabinets, a warm stain, and flush modern detailing. A walk in pantry was converted into 3 adjacent pull out pantries for ease of use. A soffit was hidden behind false panels to extend the cabinetry up to the 9' ceilings. Satin glass fronts break up the wood tones beautifully, with an exquisite laser cut stone backsplash lit beautifully with undercabinet task lighting. Modern black pendants and arched sink add architectural detail and contrast to the pristine white countertops.
La Costa Cabinets & DesignThis kitchen layout stayed the same, but a huge impact was made with clean front cabinets, a warm stain, and flush modern detailing. A walk in pantry was converted into 3 adjacent pull out pantries for ease of use. A soffit was hidden behind false panels to extend the cabinetry up to the 9' ceilings. Satin glass fronts break up the wood tones beautifully, with an exquisite laser cut stone backsplash lit beautifully with undercabinet task lighting. Modern black pendants and arched sink add architectural detail and contrast to the pristine white countertops.
Design Vision StudioJames Latta Photography -
Not only has this master bathroom been completely renovated and updated, the design gives the impression that the bathroom is actually larger than the original. This, despite the fact that a luxurious tub was added and the footprint of the shower was extended. The ceiling soffits and a false angled wall were removed to give the illusion of more space and to bring in additional natural light from the existing skylights. The high gloss, wood-looking porcelain tile makes a bold statement. These tiles were installed wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling to create the biggest impact. Exquisite lighting, frameless glass shower enclosure, quartz countertops, painted cabinetry, and brilliant brushed bronze fixtures complete this timeless design.
UpScapers: Landscape, ElevatedGreen Walls installation, just outside Sarasota Fl, in a large business estate, comprising of lots of companies at the top of their industry and at the cutting edge of technological advances. And what better way for them to make a great first impression upon your arriving staff and clients than to welcome them with a Vistafolia® wall in reception.
The business park decided to proceed with our products for several reasons. One reason was that they were able to come and see us at our facility and get a great feel for how the wall would look. Our team was able to show them exactly how the system worked, as well as showing them all the different customization options available. Another important factor was the best-in-class fire classification held by the product. Our Bs1d0 rating is designed to meet even the strictest of building control standards and leaves every customer with complete peace of mind. After all, no one should ever have to compromise on safety.
Architectural AntiquesMany original antique light fixture were selected to illuminate the space including this fine Steuben chandelier with 4 original shades, giving the entrance a wonderful warm and impressive glow.
Tiling By Santana LLCFox Point- Large twenty-square foot walk-in shower with full bench extending across the back wall. Shower uses 12" x 24" stone tile running vertically with a running bond pattern. The customer gave me free reign for the design, so I decided to keep things simple and clean, adding the mosaic accents sparingly. To complete the grandiose feel of the shower, the outer portion of the half-wall was tiled running up to the ceiling. Large pencils were used to finish all edges, including the pitched ceiling which followed the roof. The niche was customized to fit the natural pattern of the layout, using the same stone for the side walls, and a mosaic glass/stone for the back. I also used the same mosaic in the pan, adding them randomly to the 2" x 2" stone. To create more space for shampoos, a natural stone corner shelf was made using the wall tile. Due to the sunshine coming into the bathroom, the glass on the half wall created a reflection that gives the false impression that the shower has a window. More custom installations by Tiling By Santana can be found at: www.facebook.com/tilingbysantana
UpScapers: Landscape, ElevatedGreen Walls installation, just outside Sarasota Fl, in a large business estate, comprising of lots of companies at the top of their industry and at the cutting edge of technological advances. And what better way for them to make a great first impression upon your arriving staff and clients than to welcome them with a Vistafolia® wall in reception.
The business park decided to proceed with our products for several reasons. One reason was that they were able to come and see us at our facility and get a great feel for how the wall would look. Our team was able to show them exactly how the system worked, as well as showing them all the different customization options available. Another important factor was the best-in-class fire classification held by the product. Our Bs1d0 rating is designed to meet even the strictest of building control standards and leaves every customer with complete peace of mind. After all, no one should ever have to compromise on safety.
Tiling By Santana LLCFox Point- Large twenty-square foot walk-in shower with full bench extending across the back wall. Shower uses 12" x 24" stone tile running vertically with a running bond pattern. The customer gave me free reign for the design, so I decided to keep things simple and clean, adding the mosaic accents sparingly. To complete the grandiose feel of the shower, the outer portion of the half-wall was tiled running up to the ceiling. Large pencils were used to finish all edges, including the pitched ceiling which followed the roof. The niche was customized to fit the natural pattern of the layout, using the same stone for the side walls, and a mosaic glass/stone for the back. I also used the same mosaic in the pan, adding them randomly to the 2" x 2" stone. To create more space for shampoos, a natural stone corner shelf was made using the wall tile. Due to the sunshine coming into the bathroom, the glass on the half wall created a reflection that gives the false impression that the shower has a window. More custom installations by Tiling By Santana can be found at: www.facebook.com/tilingbysantana
Design Vision StudioJames Latta Photography -
Not only has this master bathroom been completely renovated and updated, the design gives the impression that the bathroom is actually larger than the original. This, despite the fact that a luxurious tub was added and the footprint of the shower was extended. The ceiling soffits and a false angled wall were removed to give the illusion of more space and to bring in additional natural light from the existing skylights. The high gloss, wood-looking porcelain tile makes a bold statement. These tiles were installed wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling to create the biggest impact. Exquisite lighting, frameless glass shower enclosure, quartz countertops, painted cabinetry, and brilliant brushed bronze fixtures complete this timeless design.
Tiling By Santana LLCFox Point- Large twenty-square foot walk-in shower with full bench extending across the back wall. Shower uses 12" x 24" stone tile running vertically with a running bond pattern. The customer gave me free reign for the design, so I decided to keep things simple and clean, adding the mosaic accents sparingly. To complete the grandiose feel of the shower, the outer portion of the half-wall was tiled running up to the ceiling. Large pencils were used to finish all edges, including the pitched ceiling which followed the roof. The niche was customized to fit the natural pattern of the layout, using the same stone for the side walls, and a mosaic glass/stone for the back. I also used the same mosaic in the pan, adding them randomly to the 2" x 2" stone. To create more space for shampoos, a natural stone corner shelf was made using the wall tile. Due to the sunshine coming into the bathroom, the glass on the half wall created a reflection that gives the false impression that the shower has a window. More custom installations by Tiling By Santana can be found at: www.facebook.com/tilingbysantana
Tiling By Santana LLCFox Point- Large twenty-square foot walk-in shower with full bench extending across the back wall. Shower uses 12" x 24" stone tile running vertically with a running bond pattern. The customer gave me free reign for the design, so I decided to keep things simple and clean, adding the mosaic accents sparingly. To complete the grandiose feel of the shower, the outer portion of the half-wall was tiled running up to the ceiling. Large pencils were used to finish all edges, including the pitched ceiling which followed the roof. The niche was customized to fit the natural pattern of the layout, using the same stone for the side walls, and a mosaic glass/stone for the back. I also used the same mosaic in the pan, adding them randomly to the 2" x 2" stone. To create more space for shampoos, a natural stone corner shelf was made using the wall tile. Due to the sunshine coming into the bathroom, the glass on the half wall created a reflection that gives the false impression that the shower has a window. More custom installations by Tiling By Santana can be found at: www.facebook.com/tilingbysantana
Studio RevolutionDesigned by: Studio Revolution Photography by: Thomas Kuoh
Bedroom - southwestern master bedroom idea in San Francisco
Bedroom - southwestern master bedroom idea in San Francisco
La Costa Cabinets & DesignThis kitchen layout stayed the same, but a huge impact was made with clean front cabinets, a warm stain, and flush modern detailing. A walk in pantry was converted into 3 adjacent pull out pantries for ease of use. A soffit was hidden behind false panels to extend the cabinetry up to the 9' ceilings. Satin glass fronts break up the wood tones beautifully, with an exquisite laser cut stone backsplash lit beautifully with undercabinet task lighting. Modern black pendants and arched sink add architectural detail and contrast to the pristine white countertops.
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