It wasn’t necessary to overthink things when Axis Mundi designed interiors for an apartment at Brooklyn’s glass-sheathed 1 Grand Army Plaza, the luxury building by Richard Meier already endowed with all the “starchitect” bells and whistles, as well as drop-dead stunning views of Brooklyn, the harbor and Prospect Park. What did require considerable aptitude was to strike the right balance between respect for these assets, particularly the panoramas, and livability. The all-white scheme doesn’t just complement Meier’s own aesthetic devotion to this purest of pure hues; it serves as a cool backdrop for the views, affording comfortable vantage points from which to enjoy them, yet not drawing attention away from the splendors of one of the world’s most distinctive boroughs. Sleek, low-lying Italian seating avoids distracting interruptions on the horizon line. But minimal color accents and pattern also sidestep what could have been a potentially antiseptic environment, making it tactile, human and luxurious. 2,200 sf Design Team: John Beckmann, Richard Rosenbloom and Nick Messerlian Vintage photography courtesy of the Ubu Gallery, New York Photography: Adriana Buffi and Fran Parente © Axis Mundi Design LLC

It wasn’t necessary to overthink things when Axis Mundi designed interiors for an apartment at Brooklyn’s glass-sheathed 1 Grand Army Plaza, the luxury building by Richard Meier already endowed with all the “starchitect” bells and whistles, as well as drop-dead stunning views of Brooklyn, the harbor and Prospect Park. What did require considerable aptitude was to strike the right balance between respect for these assets, particularly the panoramas, and livability. The all-white scheme doesn’t just complement Meier’s own aesthetic devotion to this purest of pure hues; it serves as a cool backdrop for the views, affording comfortable vantage points from which to enjoy them, yet not drawing attention away from the splendors of one of the world’s most distinctive boroughs. Sleek, low-lying Italian seating avoids distracting interruptions on the horizon line. But minimal color accents and pattern also sidestep what could have been a potentially antiseptic environment, making it tactile, human and luxurious. 2,200 sf Design Team: John Beckmann, Richard Rosenbloom and Nick Messerlian Vintage photography coursety of the Ubu Gallery, New York Photography: Adriana Buffi and Fran Parente © Axis Mundi Design LLC

Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2013 Houzz
Example of an eclectic eat-in kitchen design in Seattle with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets and medium tone wood cabinets

Example of a large trendy 3/4 gray tile and ceramic tile vinyl floor and gray floor corner shower design in Oklahoma City with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls, a vessel sink, quartzite countertops and a hinged shower door

Subtle, yet dramatic details create an ultra-sensory experience. Each step tours a myriad of intentional design elements and exotic features. This striking glass enclosed wine cellar uses Vin de Garde's label-forward metal wine rack system against a shining black acrylic panel. Credits: 864 Stradella Rd., Beverly Hills, LA project designed by renowned Paul McClean (McClean Design), Wine Cellar by Vin de Garde.

The client liked a warm yet contemporary look. Interior design by SPRINGFIELD DESIGN www.springfielddesign.com
Mid-sized trendy multicolored tile and stone tile limestone floor bathroom photo in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, beige walls and quartz countertops

G.E. Monogram 48" Range ZDP486NRPSS G.E. Monogram 48" Side by Side Built-In Refrigerator ZISS480DXSS Zephyr Trapeze Hood CTPE48BSX G.E Monogram Dishwashers ZDT870SFSS/ZDT800SSFSS Electrolux Front Load Washer/Dryer - Model no longer available Cabinets: Rod Heiss, Cutting Edge Design- Salt Lake City, Utah Designer: Stephanie Lake- Bountiful, Utah Contractor: J. Budge Construction- Herriman, Utah Flooring is Timeline Light Photography Credit: Lindsay Salazar Photography

The bath has no natural light. To create a sense of spatial depth and layering of light, 3 L-shaped panels were positioned throughout the room. One central panel joins the back wall with the ceiling. Another panel links two walls in the back corner of the tub. The third panel carries the mirror at the vanity. Each panel is outlined with waterproof LED strips recessed behind its edge. Diffuse light emanates from behind the panels and they appearance to float. The face of each panel is divided into two surfaces striking a datum line at 74 inches above the floor. The vanity panel has mirror on the lower portion and flat white paint above. The tub and middle panels are semi-gloss grey colored paint below and white flat paint above. The central panel is a nod to the Ellsworth Kelly painting at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation in St Louis. The same matte finish tile is used on the floor and walls. All exposed tile edges were finished with aluminum angles. The same tile floor was used in the owner’s closet featuring lacquered cabinets and a back-lit vanity panel.

This forever home, perfect for entertaining and designed with a place for everything, is a contemporary residence that exudes warmth, functional style, and lifestyle personalization for a family of five. Our busy lawyer couple, with three close-knit children, had recently purchased a home that was modern on the outside, but dated on the inside. They loved the feel, but knew it needed a major overhaul. Being incredibly busy and having never taken on a renovation of this scale, they knew they needed help to make this space their own. Upon a previous client referral, they called on Pulp to make their dreams a reality. Then ensued a down to the studs renovation, moving walls and some stairs, resulting in dramatic results. Beth and Carolina layered in warmth and style throughout, striking a hard-to-achieve balance of livable and contemporary. The result is a well-lived in and stylish home designed for every member of the family, where memories are made daily.

Casey Dunn Photography
Example of a trendy master freestanding bathtub design in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and beige walls

This forever home, perfect for entertaining and designed with a place for everything, is a contemporary residence that exudes warmth, functional style, and lifestyle personalization for a family of five. Our busy lawyer couple, with three close-knit children, had recently purchased a home that was modern on the outside, but dated on the inside. They loved the feel, but knew it needed a major overhaul. Being incredibly busy and having never taken on a renovation of this scale, they knew they needed help to make this space their own. Upon a previous client referral, they called on Pulp to make their dreams a reality. Then ensued a down to the studs renovation, moving walls and some stairs, resulting in dramatic results. Beth and Carolina layered in warmth and style throughout, striking a hard-to-achieve balance of livable and contemporary. The result is a well-lived in and stylish home designed for every member of the family, where memories are made daily.

This commercial-to-residential remodel took an abandoned commercial building in southeast Portland and transformed it into an open, light-filled celebration of simplicity. Architect Elizabeth Williams of Pencil Work Studio designed the remodel of the building, which in its hundred-year life had served as nickelodeon, school, place of worship, and dance hall. The loft living space occupies the second floor, while music and rehearsal space occupies the first. After converting the building into a livable loft space, Hammer & Hand returned to remodel the existing kitchen with design by Risa Boyer Architecture.

Photographer Peter Peirce
Mid-sized trendy master gray tile and stone tile porcelain tile and beige floor bathroom photo in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, a one-piece toilet, beige walls, quartzite countertops and a hinged shower door

This prairie home tucked in the woods strikes a harmonious balance between modern efficiency and welcoming warmth. The master bath is adorned with captivating dark walnut tones and mesmerizing backlighting. A unique curved bathtub takes center stage, positioned to offer a tranquil view of the quiet woods outside, creating a space that encourages relaxation and rejuvenation. --- Project designed by Minneapolis interior design studio LiLu Interiors. They serve the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, including Wayzata, Edina, and Rochester, and they travel to the far-flung destinations where their upscale clientele owns second homes. For more about LiLu Interiors, see here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/portfolio-items/north-oaks-prairie-home-interior-design/

The powder bath offers a little fun with turquoise fixtures and a large pendant light. photo by: Karl Neumann
Small trendy powder room photo in Other with a wall-mount sink, gray walls, flat-panel cabinets and medium tone wood cabinets

The Tice Residences replace a run-down and aging duplex with two separate, modern, Santa Barbara homes. Although the unique creek-side site (which the client’s original home looked toward across a small ravine) proposed significant challenges, the clients were certain they wanted to live on the lush “Riviera” hillside. The challenges presented were ultimately overcome through a thorough and careful study of site conditions. With an extremely efficient use of space and strategic placement of windows and decks, privacy is maintained while affording expansive views from each home to the creek, downtown Santa Barbara and Pacific Ocean beyond. Both homes appear to have far more openness than their compact lots afford. The solution strikes a balance between enclosure and openness. Walls and landscape elements divide and protect two private domains, and are in turn, carefully penetrated to reveal views. Both homes are variations on one consistent theme: elegant composition of contemporary, “warm” materials; strong roof planes punctuated by vertical masses; and floating decks. The project forms an intimate connection with its setting by using site-excavated stone, terracing landscape planters with native plantings, and utilizing the shade provided by its ancient Riviera Oak trees. 2012 AIA Santa Barbara Chapter Merit Award Jim Bartsch Photography

Bathroom - transitional blue floor bathroom idea in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink and white countertops

Trendy gray tile and subway tile alcove bathtub photo in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, a vessel sink and white countertops

A different view of this open kitchen, with the family room off to the side. The great eat-in, raised bar seating helps make the kitchen the gathering spot of the home. The Walker-Zanger backsplash tiles - weave stix, in Pacific Glass - are very striking and the color is almost iridescent, depending on time of day and lighting. The dark countertops are a nice contrast to the wood cabinets and are made with a leathered Virginia Mist Natural Granite. The raised seating bar has a 2 ½” mitered edge, so that it appears to be 2 ½’ thick. The kitchen floor is a porcelain tile, in a travertine look. All together, a very striking kitchen, with coastal undertones...perfect for an island setting.