For the Dining Room we selected Lemon-wood as the featured species and designed the table, sideboard and built in hutch featuring it. The wall housing the hitch had a significant section that set 4" proud of the rest of the wall. The two door section to the right of the center glass section is false and was created to balance the unit on the wall. The use of Acid-washed glass enabled us to pull off the charade. The table base is bolted to the floor to minimize it's footprint and support its weight when opened with leaves to seat 10. The sideboard , again specifically designed for it's function and storage is topped with an inset stone that replicates the pattern of the Lemon-wood. The rear of the sideboard was designed to follow the angle of the sofa against which it stands. The Living Room beyond was designed to celebrate music and the spectacular views of the city beyond the floor to ceiling windows. The sofa, like all of the furniture throughout were custom designed by MB Designs for this project.. The carpets in the entrance, Dining and Living room carpets (also by MB Designs) were created having the field of each in matching color with each respective border a varying color providing a continuity to the overall space while offering each a defining element of it's own.

Living Room in Quiet Luxury | Full Home Furnishing – 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 3,372 Square Feet | Project Name: Quiet Luxury | Key Feature: A modern sanctuary for an out of state client to host out of state friends and family. Challenge: The client lived out of state so could only communicate virtually. Solution: Had very open lines of communication which enabled the project to move smoothly as if the client was local. Materials: Lighting: Currey + Company, Four Hands, Arteriors. Rugs: Loloi, J-Leigh Carpets. Mirrors: Uttermost, Four Hands. Wallpaper: Vahallan, Kravet. Drapery: Peter Dunham. Furniture: Four Hands, Bernhardt, Moss Home, Made Goods, Worlds Away, Mr. Brown. Budget: $75k - $150k | Timeline: Completed October 2023.

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Unfurl Lounger’s dark wood legs combined with contemporary design shapes characterizes it as an international piece of furniture that has modernized how a sofa bed should look. With inspiration from the Mid-Century modern movement it perfectly utilizes a spare bedroom or living space while featuring a pocket spring comfort and three steps of back elevation that ensures a supportive seating, relaxing and resting experience. Its bed size of 55”x79” enables seating for three and resting for two. Aesthetically pleasing and inherently comfortable, the Unfurl Lounger would make a neat addition to any compact home that has limited space available.

Dining Room in Quiet Luxury | Full Home Furnishing – 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 3,372 Square Feet | Project Name: Quiet Luxury | Key Feature: A modern sanctuary for an out of state client to host out of state friends and family. Challenge: The client lived out of state so could only communicate virtually. Solution: Had very open lines of communication which enabled the project to move smoothly as if the client was local. Materials: Lighting: Currey + Company, Four Hands, Arteriors. Rugs: Loloi, J-Leigh Carpets. Mirrors: Uttermost, Four Hands. Wallpaper: Vahallan, Kravet. Drapery: Peter Dunham. Furniture: Four Hands, Bernhardt, Moss Home, Made Goods, Worlds Away, Mr. Brown. Budget: $75k - $150k | Timeline: Completed October 2023.

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The queen-sized Killian sofa bed is designed to provide an elegant, compact and durable design that can be used as a comfortable everyday sofa and extra bed. In sofa position Killian holds an even, supportive mattress with large, yet rounded armrests providing a good lounging comfort and lovely 2-seater sofa. In bed position, Killian features a comfortable mattress having two comforts in one – a soft side with memory foam and a firmer side with high resilient foam – enabling the opportunity to decide on two comforts. Further, the mattress cover is removable and can be washed at hot/140F.

The owners of this farmhouse were tempted to sell their home and move to Florida. They decided they would stay if they could remodel to accommodate main floor living with a new master suite and an enlarged family room. A design with three additions enabled us to make all the changes they requested. One addition created the master suite, the second was a five-foot bump out in the family room, and the third is a breezeway addition connecting the garage to the main house. Special features include a master bath with a no-threshold shower and floating vanity. Windows are strategically placed throughout to allow views to the outdoor swimming pool.

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The queen-sized Killian sofa bed is designed to provide an elegant, compact and durable design that can be used as a comfortable everyday sofa and extra bed. In sofa position Killian holds an even, supportive mattress with large, yet rounded armrests providing a good lounging comfort and lovely 2-seater sofa. In bed position, Killian features a comfortable mattress having two comforts in one – a soft side with memory foam and a firmer side with high resilient foam – enabling the opportunity to decide on two comforts. Further, the mattress cover is removable and can be washed at hot/140F.

The existing home was deconstructed and salvageable material was reclaimed and donated for reuse. In its place, a custom 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home was built. The new home incorporates many unique features including the “drive through” two-car garage that allows the homeowners access to the converging streets. The massive first-floor master bedroom suite encompasses a marble surround fireplace, 2 sizeable walk-in-closets as well as his and her luxurious master bathrooms. Two home offices provide the homeowners with ample room to take care of business. An elevator was installed to enable the homeowners and elderly guests to easily and safely access the second floor. Abundant storage areas throughout the home, including the cavernous full basement, offer plenty of space to stow extra belongings.

The existing home was deconstructed and salvageable material was reclaimed and donated for reuse. In its place, a custom 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home was built. The new home incorporates many unique features including the “drive through” two-car garage that allows the homeowners access to the converging streets. The massive first-floor master bedroom suite encompasses a marble surround fireplace, 2 sizeable walk-in-closets as well as his and her luxurious master bathrooms. Two home offices provide the homeowners with ample room to take care of business. An elevator was installed to enable the homeowners and elderly guests to easily and safely access the second floor. Abundant storage areas throughout the home, including the cavernous full basement, offer plenty of space to stow extra belongings.

Competing focal points was the design challenge for this living room. The large fireplace was at one end of the room and a golf course view at the other. Back to back sofas create two seating areas so that both features could be enjoyed. The fireplace was enhanced with a surround of 100+ yr. old wood. A backdrop of soothing green tones on the walls enables the original art to pop. A color palette of antique celadon and burnt umber resides beautifully with the deep rich tones of the wood furnishings. The heirloom quality tea table is a John Widdicomb piece that was purchased from a private collection. The over-scaled library cabinet and buffet was used to create intimacy and display a myriad of family’s collectibles. Photos by Randy Colwell

Bedroom Curtains & Drapes - The Best Arrangement For Sleep & Health Harnessing the right combination of daylight diffusion and room-darkening features enables you to completely control your indoor environment and its impact from sunlight. Combining both sheer and blackout draperies offers the full gamut of sunlight management possibilities. Sheer drapes for bedrooms let soften sunlight in for warm brightness, but leave out the harsh and harmful aspects. Blackout curtains for bedrooms can optimize the space for sleep, ensuring you get proper rest, protecting your circadian rhythm and offering many other physiological and neurological benefits. Find the perfect curtains and draperies for any window or glass door with help from the Master Blinds design team. Book a free in-person consultation with no obligation at 1-877-708-5883!

Julian Hodges - Featured Project of the Month by Truitt & White This month featured project brings you beautifully crafted gates and entryways from local craftsman Julian Hodges. For over 35 years, Mr. Hodges has been designing and crafting custom wooden gates in Berkeley and the greater Bay Area. His projects mainly feature old growth, vertical grained redwood or western red cedar which is air or kiln dried. The gates are fully mortised and tenoned (male / female joints) and a very powerful epoxy is used to glue the parts together. Wherever a floating panel rides in a dado, drainage is provided in the form of several holes that are out of sight that allow any rain water to be ushered out at the bottom of the gate enabling the gate to dry itself rather than staying damp which otherwise could lead to long term decomposition of the wood. Adding to the unique feel of each gate, Julian creates his own custom hardware from heavy gauge steel, which also provides a pleasing solid sound as it operates. All gates are then finished in a penetrating oil seal which optimizes the longevity and good appearance of the gates. For more information on Julian Hodges' work, visit www.julianhodges.com.

This space had the potential for greatness but was stuck in the 1980's era. We were able to transform and re-design this kitchen that now enables it to be called not just a "dream Kitchen", but also holds the award for "Best Kitchen in Westchester for 2016 by Westchester Home Magazine". Features in the kitchen are as follows: Inset cabinet construction, Maple Wood, Onyx finish, Raised Panel Door, sliding ladder, huge Island with seating, pull out drawers for big pots and baking pans, pullout storage under sink, mini bar, overhead television, builtin microwave in Island, massive stainless steel range and hood, Office area, Quartz counter top.

Julian Hodges - Featured Project of the Month by Truitt & White This month featured project brings you beautifully crafted gates and entryways from local craftsman Julian Hodges. For over 35 years, Mr. Hodges has been designing and crafting custom wooden gates in Berkeley and the greater Bay Area. His projects mainly feature old growth, vertical grained redwood or western red cedar which is air or kiln dried. The gates are fully mortised and tenoned (male / female joints) and a very powerful epoxy is used to glue the parts together. Wherever a floating panel rides in a dado, drainage is provided in the form of several holes that are out of sight that allow any rain water to be ushered out at the bottom of the gate enabling the gate to dry itself rather than staying damp which otherwise could lead to long term decomposition of the wood. Adding to the unique feel of each gate, Julian creates his own custom hardware from heavy gauge steel, which also provides a pleasing solid sound as it operates. All gates are then finished in a penetrating oil seal which optimizes the longevity and good appearance of the gates. For more information on Julian Hodges' work, visit www.julianhodges.com.

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Unfurl Lounger’s dark wood legs combined with contemporary design shapes characterizes it as an international piece of furniture that has modernized how a sofa bed should look. With inspiration from the Mid-Century modern movement it perfectly utilizes a spare bedroom or living space while featuring a pocket spring comfort and three steps of back elevation that ensures a supportive seating, relaxing and resting experience. Its bed size of 55”x79” enables seating for three and resting for two. Aesthetically pleasing and inherently comfortable, the Unfurl Lounger would make a neat addition to any compact home that has limited space available.

Bedroom in Quiet Luxury | Full Home Furnishing – 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 3,372 Square Feet | Project Name: Quiet Luxury | Key Feature: A modern sanctuary for an out of state client to host out of state friends and family. Challenge: The client lived out of state so could only communicate virtually. Solution: Had very open lines of communication which enabled the project to move smoothly as if the client was local. Materials: Lighting: Currey + Company, Four Hands, Arteriors. Rugs: Loloi, J-Leigh Carpets. Mirrors: Uttermost, Four Hands. Wallpaper: Vahallan, Kravet. Drapery: Peter Dunham. Furniture: Four Hands, Bernhardt, Moss Home, Made Goods, Worlds Away, Mr. Brown. Budget: $75k - $150k | Timeline: Completed October 2023.

Kitchen in Quiet Luxury | Full Home Furnishing – 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 3,372 Square Feet | Project Name: Quiet Luxury | Key Feature: A modern sanctuary for an out of state client to host out of state friends and family. Challenge: The client lived out of state so could only communicate virtually. Solution: Had very open lines of communication which enabled the project to move smoothly as if the client was local. Materials: Lighting: Currey + Company, Four Hands, Arteriors. Rugs: Loloi, J-Leigh Carpets. Mirrors: Uttermost, Four Hands. Wallpaper: Vahallan, Kravet. Drapery: Peter Dunham. Furniture: Four Hands, Bernhardt, Moss Home, Made Goods, Worlds Away, Mr. Brown. Budget: $75k - $150k | Timeline: Completed October 2023.

The existing home was deconstructed and salvageable material was reclaimed and donated for reuse. In its place, a custom 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home was built. The new home incorporates many unique features including the “drive through” two-car garage that allows the homeowners access to the converging streets. The massive first-floor master bedroom suite encompasses a marble surround fireplace, 2 sizeable walk-in-closets as well as his and her luxurious master bathrooms. Two home offices provide the homeowners with ample room to take care of business. An elevator was installed to enable the homeowners and elderly guests to easily and safely access the second floor. Abundant storage areas throughout the home, including the cavernous full basement, offer plenty of space to stow extra belongings.

Julian Hodges - Featured Project of the Month by Truitt & White This month featured project brings you beautifully crafted gates and entryways from local craftsman Julian Hodges. For over 35 years, Mr. Hodges has been designing and crafting custom wooden gates in Berkeley and the greater Bay Area. His projects mainly feature old growth, vertical grained redwood or western red cedar which is air or kiln dried. The gates are fully mortised and tenoned (male / female joints) and a very powerful epoxy is used to glue the parts together. Wherever a floating panel rides in a dado, drainage is provided in the form of several holes that are out of sight that allow any rain water to be ushered out at the bottom of the gate enabling the gate to dry itself rather than staying damp which otherwise could lead to long term decomposition of the wood. Adding to the unique feel of each gate, Julian creates his own custom hardware from heavy gauge steel, which also provides a pleasing solid sound as it operates. All gates are then finished in a penetrating oil seal which optimizes the longevity and good appearance of the gates. For more information on Julian Hodges' work, visit www.julianhodges.com.