The vision here was to brighten the space while making it feel inviting and comfortable. The addition of the mirrors helped lighten the space and the updated chandelier brought style to the room. The stripes brought character to the entry way and we framed the windows with softer window treatments.

We recently participated in a Designer Showhouse for a historic home in Bayport, NY. We were asked to do the dining room, kitchen and laundry room. Due to the homes proximity to the ocean we chose ocean blues as our theme color. Although the room itself is a good size we did not want to overwhelm it with furniture and instead chose accent pieces that draw the viewers attention to the beautifully restored chair rail on the walls. The bamboo rug blends nicely with the restored floors, thus offering it protection in the table area but not detracting from the floors natural beauty. We chose to work with the existing chandelier in keeping with the style of the home. We changed the glass to shades on the chandelier to give the room softer feel. We thank Barbara Leogrande of Douglas Elliman for offering us the opportunity to work on this beautifully restored historic home.

Part of the built in for Living room - 2 full size wine refrigerators to utelize large builtin space on either side of Fireplace, antique mirror to reflect light and open space with a softer feel. Added herringbone wood paneling behind TV to break up the cabinetry.

A person’s home is the place where their personality can flourish. In this client’s case, it was their love for their native homeland of Kenya, Africa. One of the main challenges with these space was to remain within the client’s budget. It was important to give this home lots of character, so hiring a faux finish artist to hand-paint the walls in an African inspired pattern for powder room to emphasizing their existing pieces was the perfect solution to staying within their budget needs. Each room was carefully planned to showcase their African heritage in each aspect of the home. The main features included deep wood tones paired with light walls, and dark finishes. A hint of gold was used throughout the house, to complement the spaces and giving the space a bit of a softer feel.

Dark oak cabinetry, brass hardware, and a dramatic stone backsplash come together in a kitchen that feels both richly collected and effortlessly composed. The deep green marble island edge anchors the foreground, a bold counterpoint to the softer grey veining behind.

Introducing a new standard in Vinyl Plank. Inspired by the length and width of European Oak flooring, these are floors to both admire and live on. At 9-inches wide by 7-feet long, they are the largest vinyl plank available on the market, creating a modern, low-seam installation. The extra-durable 30 mil wear-layer (0.75 mm), ceramic bead coating, and 100% water-proof core make for a floor that can handle heavy commercial traffic. A pre-attached cork backing provides a softer feel, and sound insulation in multi-story applications.

Coastal influence created this peaceful, bright living room and doubled as a family room. Used light fabric for sofa and went with a softer palette to create a peaceful feel.

Set within a stately traditional home, this renovation strikes a bold balance between heritage and modernity. The clients wanted their contemporary aesthetic to shine through without compromising the home’s architectural integrity. The kitchen and bathrooms were completely reimagined with sleek lines and a refined palette, infusing each space with a distinctly modern sensibility. Traditional trim and millwork were thoughtfully preserved—framing the crisp, tailored interiors with timeless detail throughout. In the dining room, deep tones and sculptural lighting add drama, while the living spaces lean softer, blending comfort with clean sophistication. The result is a home that honors its classic bones yet feels entirely fresh, personal, and family-friendly—a seamless conversation between old and new.

The new grand and welcoming entrance provides a softer, more inviting feel to the home's Colonial Style architecture, while maintaining an old-world charm.

Custom cabinets with leathered natural stone tops. Hardwood plank flooring replaced tile for softer feel. Dishwasher to left of sink with panel installed.

The Quarry Mill's Columbia tumbled natural thin stone veneer adds character as exterior wainscoting to the front of this beautiful home. Columbia stone is a tumbled version of our Charcoal Canyon stone. Like Charcoal Canyon, this natural stone veneer consists of grays, whites, and black tones that will provide a neutral backdrop to your space. The edges of this tumbled stone create a softer appearance making it more compatible with various home styles. The Columbia stone is great for whole-house siding, chimneys, and entryways where you may want a soft, inviting feel.

This stunning primary bedroom remodel delivers a refined, masculine aesthetic that feels equal parts luxury hotel and personal sanctuary. The transformation centers around a rich, moody palette anchored by a custom periwinkle-blue wall color that shifts beautifully from cool gray to soft lavender depending on the light — creating an atmosphere that is both energizing and deeply restful. The room's focal point is a king-sized upholstered platform bed featuring a wide, channel-tufted headboard in warm taupe velvet, dressed with layered indigo linen bedding, oversized quilted shams in dusty mauve, and a classic windowpane throw blanket. Flanking the bed are sleek black oval nightstands — each topped with a marble-column lamp, silver starburst sculptures, and carefully curated personal accessories that nod to the homeowner's passions for horology and classic automobiles. A full wall of fluted black wood dressers provides generous storage while doubling as a dramatic display surface beneath a large-scale framed photograph of a luxury watch movement — a conversation piece that elevates the space into gallery territory. The sitting area features a channel-tufted slate leather armchair paired with a minimalist pedestal side table, positioned beside a grand bay window with an arched transom and custom woven valance. Personal touches throughout — a vintage car model, A Man & His Car coffee table book, watch displays, and framed automotive photography — give this retreat a deeply personal character without sacrificing sophistication. A cognac leather oval bench at the foot of the bed introduces warmth and a subtle vintage nod that ties the entire palette together beautifully. The second bedroom refreshes a guest suite with a softer, transitional sensibility: warm greige walls, a linen platform bed, crisp white bedding with charcoal velvet accent pillows, and a triptych of terracotta-framed abstract art above the headboard.

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This Laviva Product Features: Color: Cloud White Finish: Matte Black Blum Drawers Rails Low Profile Drawer for Plumbing Nano Glass – Smudge Resistant Frosted Glass Panels Push to Open Drawers Soft Closing Drawers Includes Mounting Hardware Includes Drawer Organizers Soft Touch Matte Finished Panels Length: 36" x Height: 14" x Width: 22" Weight: 100.53 lbs Handcrafted in Italy, The Vitri collection brings you a modern look with an elegant touch. The Vitri collection is engineered with the highest grade cabinet materials, push-to-open Blum hardware, and wrapped by beautifully frosted Nano Glass panels. Our Nano Glass Technology makes the glass durable for everyday use and won’t leave smudges or fingerprints behind. The Vitri collections adaptive design allows you to combine multiple cabinets to create any size vanity to fit your space. When paired with our countertops, you can create any feel in your bathroom. From a sleek modern look with our VIVA Stone Solid Surface countertop to a softer classy look with our Marble or Quartz countertops. This premium vanity is a perfect fit for any bathroom and will become the centerpiece of your space.

The kitchen captured previous circulation space, allowing for a peninsula where the twins can eat or do homework during meal prep.
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Custom cabinets at island with leathered natural stone tops. Hardwood plank flooring replaced tile for softer feel.
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This 30-year-old Aptos beachfront townhome was completely renovated. Our goal on this project was to take what had been a dark and closed in full-time residence and transform it into a lovely, open, and airy weekend beach retreat. This goal was fueled by our Silicon Valley clients’ desire for a nearby weekend escape from their busy schedules. Using their input and design ideas, we opened up the family room space structurally and lightened it aesthetically using a new electrical plan, softer interior colors, contemporary tile surfaces, new cabinetry, flooring and fixtures. The change from the old darker space to the lighter feel shown here was quite dramatic. The owners now have a beautiful and functional space in which to relax or host friends on the weekends and Holidays.

Vivid blue accents and calming earth tones create elegance while bold patterns and metallic decor bring out a fun and energetic ambiance in this multipurpose living room/dining room. With subtle patterns and low key accents of blue, The living room/dining room present a sophisticated and elegant style. We wanted this area to feel naturally warm and inviting and thus integrated softer colors, rich woods, large house plants, and nature-inspired prints and patterns. Home located in Mississauga, Ontario. Designed by Nicola Interiors who serves the whole Greater Toronto Area. For more about Nicola Interiors, click here: https://nicolainteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://nicolainteriors.com/projects/lakeshore-condo/

Designed by Rochelle Cote Interior Design for Streetside Developments, the F2 Showhome in Red Embers Point, Calgary, AB builds on the success of the D2 model with a softer, more neutral aesthetic. Subtle caramel and muted green accents complement a warm, layered palette, creating a calming yet sophisticated living environment. Organic textures, natural wood tones, and soft fabrics bring depth and tactility, while the curated mix of materials maintains a grounded mid-century essence. The result is a home that feels refined but approachable—livable in every sense.