Exterior Street View of New Construction Home in Sherman Oaks, CA 91401. Large minimalist white two-story stucco exterior home with a flat black / mixed material roof. Landscape features a concrete path and driveway with turf strip edging.

When people decide they're ready to renovate their landscape, often things like 'better functionality' or 'more cohesiveness' is at the top of the list. For this homeowner, it was a desire to honor and accommodate the local critters. From adding more pollinator-friendly plants to incorporating a small water feature for the birds, this back yard space has become an oasis, not to mention a feel-good visual treat for those hanging out to observe!

Easy hanging system featuring an invisible rubber trim for waterproof design. Rectangle mirror shape to hang vertically. 5mm polished edge glass mirror. 50,000 hour LED bulbs. 5,000K color temperature light. UL listed Driver. Requires electrical hardwire installation.

Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom remodel in Chicago

Just listed in #Berkeley's hot #Tennyson district! This well-appointed #contemporary home features open tread stairs with black powder coat rail. Wraparound deck and master suite. Chef's kitchen with 12-foot granite island and wall oven. White oak hardwoods throughout main AND upper floors! 1 block from Tennyson. Listed by #HeatherTruhan. 4 br 5 ba :: 3,248 sq ft :: $925,000. Staging features artworks by Gabrielle Shannon.

Very small Spanish style home, newly built for a bachelor who lived on a boat. Architecturally correct for the Santa Barbara location, with thick plaster walls and terra-cotta floors. Plaster fireplace with built in seating, for this tiny living room. Small kitchen features handscraped cabinets with limestone counters and natural edges. Bathroom has glass block separating the shower from the vanity, which actually looks amazing with the spanish tile and wrought iron work. A small wine and wine glass niche built into the plaster for this single guy's guests. Home is under 1000 sq ft, built by Maraya's husband, for his best friend. (sailing buddies). Project Location: Santa Barbara, CA. Designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more Built by Timothy J.Droney

The clients did not care for a tub in this bathroom, so we constructed a spacious full shower instead, with a niche and bench that is tiled in a beautiful sage green tile arranged in a vertical stack pattern. These colors and patterns fit in seamlessly with the Mid-Century Modern style! When designing the vanity, the clients opted for a more modern look by choosing a floating vanity, meaning the cabinets hang off the wall and do not touch the ground. The cabinet doors are a slab style, which means there is no paneling or decoration of any kind; which is another very modern touch. The vanity was made of maple wood and was finished in a warm golden stain. The vanity was topped with a stunning sparkling white flecked quartz with a 3-inch edge cap, which gives the illusion of a much thicker countertop. This bathroom also included a Japanese-style toilet, with features such as a seat warmer and bidet. To illuminate the space further, we installed two recessed can lights in addition to spectacular globe-shaped vanity lights- which is a key element in Mid-Century Modern design. Now, to finish out the space! We installed stunning marble-look hexagon tiles for the bathroom and shower floors and opted for striking champagne bronze fixtures to complete this Mid-Century Modern aesthetic.

We like this design because it is updating a traditional home into more of a "contemporary" look. There's a fine line when trying to accomplish this. You want the updated look to not compete with the traditional architecture of the home. For example the wood molding, chair rail and curvature of the window. This space works with the updated design by painting the walls a solid, modern color of deep plum. You want to paint the wood detail of the chair rail and molding the same color of the wall so it's not too busy and just adds that visual interest in the background. Second, using a fabric pattern that is modern paired with the clean lines of the sofa, rod and lamp shade makes this space the ultimate updated look. **UPDATE** We also work with clients all over the country! Our virtual designers have experience as local and long distance design consultants. Our designers offer professional fabric and design recommendations, free estimates and have a great ability to communicate via email or phone to help conceptualize the project and see it through to the final stages. Fabric samples are mailed directly to you and we also provide easy installation guides. For clients out of the Indiana area, we now have a professionally trained interior designer! Our "virtual designer" can help you with your project and ship your custom items directly to you at a fraction of the cost without compromising on quality! Let our design specialists help you today! We're very excited to announce that we were featured on HOUZZ! Click the link below to check out the article! http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30722151/list/design-workshop-shutters-all-grown-up Abda Window fashions of Indianapolis has custom curtains, drapes, valances, cornices, pillows and hardware in a variety of fabrics and finishes. 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You can also check out our houzz.com store for great window fashion products, including our exclusive bendable rods! To see our new line, contact Talitha at 317-273-8343 or email: talitha@abdawindowfashions.com or check out our houzz.com store! For our local customers we offer, FREE In-home consultation or showroom appointment to meet your lifestyle and design needs. At Abda, we have the perfect blend of high-end and affordable solutions for every style and budget. Affordable doesn’t mean cheap! We pride ourselves on quality products with excellent service. We’re so confident of our products that we give our customers more than the manufacturers guarantee! We give our customers an additional 2 year warranty on top of the manufacturers guarantee! At Abda, you will find knowledgeable staff that will turn your visions into a reality. Stop in our showroom or schedule a Free In-home consultation today! We know you will be happy with the results but don’t take our word for it, check out what some of our customers say about us on Houzz and Angie’s List! http://www.angieslist.com/companylist/us/in/indianapolis/abda-inc-custom-window-fashions-reviews-60394.htm?cid=ssabadge Why Choose Us? We have been in business since November 1998 and started in the window covering business by cleaning & repairing blinds. This gave us a unique perspective from most window covering dealers. We have always considered how well products hold up and which manufacturers stand behind their products the best. We let our clients know the benefits of more expensive products and give honest feedback. We take pride in showing alternative products to fit all budgets. Our great testimonials on Angie’s List, Houzz.com and referrals have helped our company grow without the need for “conventional” advertising. Abda means ‘servant’. At Abda, we approach every customer with a servant’s attitude. 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There’s no project too small or large! Our design specialists are great at helping you with window treatment ideas. Stop in our showroom or call today for a FREE in-home consultation. If you’re out of state, no problem! We’re now making our custom treatments and shipping them to you! Call today (317-273-8343) for more information or email: talitha@abdawindowfashions.com Some of the styles and types: Modern curtains & draperies, Contemporary curtains & draperies, Traditional curtains & draperies, Transitional curtains & draperies, Beach Style curtains & draperies, Asian Style curtains & draperies, Eclectic curtains & draperies, Midcentury curtains & draperies, Mediterranean curtains & draperies, Farmhouse Style curtains & draperies Kitchen curtains, Living room curtains, Dining room curtains, Master Bedroom curtains, Nursery curtains, Children’s room curtains, Guest bedroom curtains, Areas that we serve for installation for curtains & draperies are listed below. 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2222 NE STANTON ST, PORTLAND OR Our team represented the Seller in the sale of this property. Staging services provided by Spade & Archer Design Agency. THE DETAILS MID-CENTURY MODERN One-of-a-kind home in the heart of Irvington. NW modern architecture with luxury finishes throughout. The wide open layout is an entertainer's dream. The living room is anchored by a custom fireplace & opens to an outside balcony. The Zen master suite features a spa like bath, great closets & built-ins. Unique modernism meets eco-friendly functionality. Contact us for more information about this neighborhood and a list of available properties contact us via email at info@danagriggs.com or by visiting our website at www.DanaGriggs.com

Just listed in #Berkeley's hot #Tennyson district! This well-appointed #contemporary home features open tread stairs with black powder coat rail. Wraparound deck and master suite. Chef's kitchen with 12-foot granite island and wall oven. White oak hardwoods throughout main AND upper floors! 1 block from Tennyson. Listed by #HeatherTruhan. 4 br 5 ba :: 3,248 sq ft :: $925,000. Staging features artworks by Gabrielle Shannon.

Open concept kitchen and living area. Kitchen has tile backsplash, granite countertops, and gas range. Living room windows feature custom made high efficiency blinds. Photographed for real estate listing.

A great example of how a compact backyard can be turned into a beautiful outdoor haven. With a creative approach, this small space now boasts all the main features on the client's wish list: pergola, gas fire pit, water feature and covered patio area. The square, horizontal/vertical layout gives a modern feel, which is merges with its wooded surroundings thanks to a combination of wood, brick, stone and slate. The height of the pergola frames the landscape and creates a cosy atmosphere under the surrounding tall trees. Kristin Karch

This beach home has so many entertaining features that you might end up skipping the beach. Multiple porches, loads of natural light, an outdoor deck with swimming pool, firepit and outdoor kitchen ... the list goes on. This house is located in WaterColor, which features restaurants, shopping, private beach club and beach access and multiple neighborhood parks, trails and pathways to explore.

Custom Pendant Lantern in Entry was designed to coordinate with our Landon Sr. Wall Lights. We designed this lantern with two tiers of 4-60W bulbs for a total of 8 bulbs to provide ample light for the entry and balance the large size of the lantern. Photo: 2016 Mike Renneman / Lanternland

Exterior Street View of New Construction Home in Sherman Oaks, CA 91401. Large minimalist white two-story stucco exterior home with a flat black / mixed material roof. Landscape features a concrete path and driveway with turf strip edging.

Easy hanging system featuring an invisible rubber trim for waterproof design. Rectangle mirror shape to hang vertically. 5mm polished edge glass mirror. 50,000 hour LED bulbs. 5,000K color temperature light. UL listed Driver. Requires electrical hardwire installation.

The Plan The existing kitchen was at the back of the house in the original scullery. Although it contained original features it was old and badly designed. As the house was listed, we worked with the Wiltshire conservation officer to move the kitchen into the dining room to give the clients the space they wanted.

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The homeowners came to us looking to update the kitchen in their historic 1897 home. The home had gone through an extensive renovation several years earlier that added a master bedroom suite and updates to the front façade. The kitchen however was not part of that update and a prior 1990’s update had left much to be desired. The client is an avid cook, and it was just not very functional for the family. The original kitchen was very choppy and included a large eat in area that took up more than its fair share of the space. On the wish list was a place where the family could comfortably congregate, that was easy and to cook in, that feels lived in and in check with the rest of the home’s décor. They also wanted a space that was not cluttered and dark – a happy, light and airy room. A small powder room off the space also needed some attention so we set out to include that in the remodel as well. See that arch in the neighboring dining room? The homeowner really wanted to make the opening to the dining room an arch to match, so we incorporated that into the design. Another unfortunate eyesore was the state of the ceiling and soffits. Turns out it was just a series of shortcuts from the prior renovation, and we were surprised and delighted that we were easily able to flatten out almost the entire ceiling with a couple of little reworks. Other changes we made were to add new windows that were appropriate to the new design, which included moving the sink window over slightly to give the work zone more breathing room. We also adjusted the height of the windows in what was previously the eat-in area that were too low for a countertop to work. We tried to keep an old island in the plan since it was a well-loved vintage find, but the tradeoff for the function of the new island was not worth it in the end. We hope the old found a new home, perhaps as a potting table. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com