A contemporary kitchen with a Zen flavor. This kitchen was designed in 2009 and here we are 2020 and it still looks fresh and up to date.
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This Mediterranean style home is fit on a compact lot in the heart of town for a professional couple with young children and au pair. The below grade bedrooms, family room and office are essential to providing for the family needs, with the extensive window light wells with lush landscaping and detailed masonry finishes bringing in sufficient light and pleasant views so that the rooms a comfortably used on an everyday basis. The open kitchen, living and dining rooms allow for a casual and informal lifestyle, while careful control of the openings, finishes and lighting create let each space per separately experienced. Italian mahogany windows, hand split limestone walls and antique clay roof tiles give an authentic Tuscan flavor to the exterior. Photos by Phil Bond Photography Stone: Select Stone Tile: All Natural Stone

Traditional plantation wood shutters that are standing ovation worthy... The Ovation™ Wood Shutter by Sunburst Shutters is the only Five-Star wood shutter in the world, enriching that special space inside your home or office with warmth & bold delicious flavor. Hand made from solid hardwoods, Ovation wood shutters are built to last and come in a variety of colors.Kiln dried Water-sealed Furniture grade hard woods Mortise & Tenon and Dowel joints Exclusive louver tension control pins 3 louver sizes- 2.5, 3.5, 4.5 11 shades of white 28 wood stains (to best match the wood trims & furnishings inside your home) Standard/Hidden Tilt Rod Can be customized fit most window shapes/types Cordless Window Treatment Optimal Light & Sound Control Wipe with damp cloth Energy efficiency, curb appeal and home equity Made in the USA

Luciana was constantly reminded that good design isn’t limited to architecture—it’s in everything. This dish, served in Capri, captured her love for balance, playfulness, and color used with intention. Form meets flavor in the most elegant way.

A contemporary kitchen with a Zen flavor. This kitchen was designed in 2009 and here we are 2020 and it still looks fresh and up to date.
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This wood curtain rod is wear-resistant, shiny, clear texture, not easy to deform when dry, moisture-proof and mildew-proof. Different from industrial production, each set is handmade, with natural materials and different textures, revealing the beauty of natural textures and adding more natural flavor to your room. After seeing the hustle and bustle and glitz, I long for a trace of tranquility in my heart, and life needs natural breath to fill it.

The best of the past and present meet in this distinguished design. Custom craftsmanship and distinctive detailing give this lakefront residence its vintage flavor while an open and light-filled floor plan clearly mark it as contemporary. With its interesting shingled roof lines, abundant windows with decorative brackets and welcoming porch, the exterior takes in surrounding views while the interior meets and exceeds contemporary expectations of ease and comfort. The main level features almost 3,000 square feet of open living, from the charming entry with multiple window seats and built-in benches to the central 15 by 22-foot kitchen, 22 by 18-foot living room with fireplace and adjacent dining and a relaxing, almost 300-square-foot screened-in porch. Nearby is a private sitting room and a 14 by 15-foot master bedroom with built-ins and a spa-style double-sink bath with a beautiful barrel-vaulted ceiling. The main level also includes a work room and first floor laundry, while the 2,165-square-foot second level includes three bedroom suites, a loft and a separate 966-square-foot guest quarters with private living area, kitchen and bedroom. Rounding out the offerings is the 1,960-square-foot lower level, where you can rest and recuperate in the sauna after a workout in your nearby exercise room. Also featured is a 21 by 18-family room, a 14 by 17-square-foot home theater, and an 11 by 12-foot guest bedroom suite. Photography: Ashley Avila Photography & Fulview Builder: J. Peterson Homes Interior Design: Vision Interiors by Visbeen

You've seen the world, tasted its finest flavors, beheld its proudest splendors. Wanderlust romanced and beauty stayed you. EXPERIENCE THE INTERACTIVE FILM. An Iconic, World-Class Destination Neighbor to the Ritz Carlton and newly built Montage, you're at home with a standard of living consistent with the world's finest resorts. Whether in its days as a private retreat for A-list celebrities or as a home to its discerning designer, Hale Ali'i has always been a generous host. Within the Kapalua resort, your complimentary shuttle drives you and your guests to local restaurants, shops, beaches, and hiking trails. Five-star restaurants, shopping, and world-famous spas call this resort community home. One of America's best surf spots is minutes north while "America's best beach" (Conde Nast Traveler) is a short walk south. The quiet, white sand beach of Oneloa Bay is a single step from your backyard just past the plumeria tree. Inspired Hawaiian Living Tastefully decorated and furnished by world-renowned designer Mary Philpotts, this Hawaiian plantation revival residence accommodates a wide range of tastes – from traditional formal to contemporary casual. Home to a wide range of the world's most coveted woods, luxury finishes, and modern conveniences, the structure is built to exacting standards. From African Sapele Mahogany cabinetry to a myriad of floor-to-ceiling pocket sliding walls, no expense was spared in crafting the finest estate on Maui's coast. Designed according to the timeless principles of feng shui, Hale Ali'i invites nature in, protects on all sides, and honors the elements. Appraised by feng shui expert Kanoe Merino and blessed by Hawaiian native and cultural advisor to the Ritz Carlton, Clifford Nae'ole, this iconic Maui estate brings life, energy, and peace to those who call it home. For Life Abundant In concert with whitewater ocean views, warm fragrant breezes, and the rolling of the Pacific, Hale Ali'i harmonizes luxurious features with a genuine spirit. It's a comfortable place, yet never taken for granted. Each feature, flower, and fauna inspires a spirit of hospitality. Investments in modern conveniences, stately finishes, and ethereal design inspire the life within. An abundant life amongst the world's most magnificent landscape. Designed according to the timeless principles of feng shui, Hale Ali'i invites nature in, protects on all sides, and honors the elements. E Komo Mai, traveler. It's been worth the wait.

This wood curtain rod is wear-resistant, shiny, clear texture, not easy to deform when dry, moisture-proof and mildew-proof. Different from industrial production, each set is handmade, with natural materials and different textures, revealing the beauty of natural textures and adding more natural flavor to your room. After seeing the hustle and bustle and glitz, I long for a trace of tranquility in my heart, and life needs natural breath to fill it.

This built in dining room server features 2 wine fridges and upper cabinets for plenty of storage. Farmhouse flavor open concept, yet cozy dining room features light hardwood flooring.

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Our Project Old Town Charm is one of two model units of a brand new development, The Jessup built by Intracorp Homes in the hidden gem of Tustin, CA. With its contemporary architecture situated in this historic town, we conceptualized this 3 story townhome with the flavor of its charming past, while still being fully rooted in the present. The perfect combination of nostalgia and modern living.

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Scott and Deneen Knisely built their handcrafted log home in Lock Haven Pennsylvania with hope to preserve a piece of their community’s history. In 2002, the Kniselys lived near a 20-acre property that included the Rocky Point Lodge, a locally known log house dating back more than 70 years. The building was serving as a restaurant at the time, but had taken on many roles over the years—first, and most notably, as a Boy Scout camp. When Scott heard a rumor that the property might be going on the market, he had a word with the owner, expressing his interest in buying it. Six weeks later, the acreage was his. “We loved the property and the building,” says Deneen, “but it was too damaged to be saved.” So they got to work researching companies to build the new home that would replace the old one. Since so many local people have fond childhood memories of time spent at the lodge, the Kniselys decided that the new structure should resemble the old one as closely as possible, so they looked for a design that would use the same footprint as the original. After a quick trip to Virginia to look at an existing house, they chose a modified version of the “Robinson,” a 3,750-square-foot plan by Hearthstone Inc. “When the house was being built, I researched things such as period molding depth, wainscoting height and the look of the floors,” says Deneen. Hearthstone even had the logs sandblasted to give them a weathered look. “We just love the rustic, warm feeling of a log home,” Deneen adds. “No other home compares.” The home is made from large-diameter eastern white pine in a profile from the Bob Timberlake series. “The log is sawn on two sides, then hand-hewn to a 6-inch thickness with varying heights,” says Ernie. To top off the home’s vintage look, Pat Woody of Lynchburg, Virginia, got to work on the chinking. Pat specializes in period reproductions and historical homes. The variations in the chinking are the perfect finishing touch to bring home the 19th-century flavor the Kniselys desired.

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Inspired by a wide variety of architectural styles, the Yorkdale is truly unique. The hipped roof and nearby decorative corbels recall the best designs of the 1920s, while the mix of straight and curving lines and the stucco and stone add contemporary flavor and visual interest. A cameo window near the large front door adds street appeal. Windows also dominate the rear exterior, which features vast expanses of glass in the form of oversized windows that look out over the large backyard as well as inviting upper and lower screen porches, both of which measure more than 300 square feet. Photographer: William Hebert

This recent renovation project began with a desire to open up the kitchen to the family room. Today everyone seems to want the big island to live and entertain around, right? I always recommend taking your time during the planning phase—6 weeks at least! Kitchens and bathrooms are highly functional areas, so you want to give yourself time to think thoughts like, “where am I going to put all my plastic cups?” I ask my clients lots of questions during this phase to help them design a kitchen that truly has a place for everything. Appliances and plumbing are part of this phase as well. Once the cabinet design was finalized, the demo began! Because that troublesome wall was load bearing, so the GC, Miland Home Construction, had to install a beam to support the second floor. But once that was done, boy we had a lot of space to work with! Picking your countertops is a little like picking an ice cream flavor: you really want to see all your options! Not only is function important here, but your counter material is really a major element of the kitchen, so pick one you love! This client fell in love with Taj Mahal Quartzite. The backsplash was the next layer of fun. Now the mood of the kitchen becomes clear. Will it be elegant? Homey? Rustic? Picking the lighting then becomes like the fine tuner on a microscope, adjusting the view to its perfect clarity. With construction underway, and the mood of the new space established, soft furnishings become the focus. Layering in luxurious, yet durable fabrics are the name of the game for most families. We all want beautiful spaces that can stand up to spouses, kids, and pets! It’s always a lot fun to select a deep and comfy sofa and chairs! The finishing touches are what really give the project that designer look—so be sure to save room in the budget for art, window treatments, and accessories. In this home I wallpapered the wall behind the tv with a subtle grasscloth, selected a large abstract to center the room, and echoed its colors throughout the accessories. The result is eye-pleasing indeed: soft, textured, interesting and peaceful. This busy family was thrilled with the results.

This rustic custom home is the epitome of the Northern Michigan lifestyle, nestled in the hills near Boyne Mountain ski resort. The exterior features intricate detailing from the heavy corbels and metal roofing to the board and batten beams and cedar siding. From the moment you enter the craftsman style home, you're greeted with a taste of the outdoors. The home's cabinetry, flooring, and paneling boast intriguing textures and multiple wood flavors. The home is a clear reflection of the homeowners' warm and inviting personalities.

To facilitate the builder's desire to create a successful model home in this large site development with expansive natural preserves, this design creates a sense of presence far greater than its actual size. This was accomplished by a wide yet shallow layout that allows most rooms to look out to rear of home and preserve views beyond. Designed with a West Indies flavor, this thoroughly modern home's layout flows seamlessly from space to space. Each room is bright with lots of natural light, creating a home that takes fullest potential of this unique site. An ARDA for Model Home Design goes to The Stater Group, Inc. Designer: The Sater Group, Inc. From: Bonita Springs, Florida