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Example of a trendy powder room design in Other with a vessel sink

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Example of a classic u-shaped eat-in kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, green backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Northern Michigan is the ultimate getaway destination with serene views and abundance of outdoor recreation. This remote Up North house offers nothing short of that. With the nearest major town almost 45 minutes away, it was essential this vacation home offered all the amenities for entertainment and relaxation. Spire worked with the client to create the perfect lake house retreat with comfort and convenience during any season or weather. The living room with an attached game room is a versatile space that offers endless entertainment. A 65” TV was installed over the fireplace in the custom stone wall. The adjustable mount allows the TV to lower for comfortable viewing from either the couch or pool table. A pair of Meridian Audio DSP7200 custom color matched speakers equipped with a Meridian Audio 218 digital controller were strategically installed on each side of the fireplace. The floor-standing speakers compliment the natural stone while providing astonishingly life-like sound, perfect for streaming live concerts. The powerful audio extends to the upper level of the home. Spire installed B&W 700 series bookshelf speakers in the executive office and a Triad custom speaker bar in the master bedroom. These speakers are ideal for smaller rooms, while elevating the TV experience. The large living room windows offer beautiful lake views and ample lighting. Lutron Palladiom shades were installed to easily control the natural light in the living room, master bedroom and bathroom. They are custom designed and fully automated to let in the morning sun or achieve partial shading or complete privacy. Whether set on a schedule or controlled from an iPad, the shades operate quietly and seamlessly. The technology was designed to be enjoyed just as much indoors as outdoors. With the whole home audio system, high-quality sound can flow throughout the indoor rooms as well as the outdoor patio. While the location may be remote, Spire ensured the WiFi and network connection is strong both throughout the yard and inside the home. A Lutron HomeWorks QS system integrates the control of all the interior and exterior lighting including motion sensing for the exterior pathway. Since this is not a permanent residence, a control and security system was very important. A personalized Savant system was integrated for full home control of lighting, climate, entertainment and security from anywhere with a smart device . This includes the ability to control the multiple landscape light zones with timed scenes. The Doorbird cameras and chimes with the integration of camera feeds into the Savant Control provides remote communication with visitors at any of the exterior doors. Remote access also allows rebooting of all essential systems from any location.

The clients, a young professional couple had lived with this bathroom in their townhome for 6 years. They finally could not take it any longer. The designer was tasked with turning this ugly duckling into a beautiful swan without relocating walls, doors, fittings, or fixtures in this principal bathroom. The client wish list included, better storage, improved lighting, replacing the tub with a shower, and creating a sparkling personality for this uninspired space using any color way except white. The designer began the transformation with the wall tile. Large format rectangular tiles were installed floor to ceiling on the vanity wall and continued behind the toilet and into the shower. The soft variation in tile pattern is very soothing and added to the Zen feeling of the room. One partner is an avid gardener and wanted to bring natural colors into the space. The same tile is used on the floor in a matte finish for slip resistance and in a 2” mosaic of the same tile is used on the shower floor. A lighted tile recess was created across the entire back wall of the shower beautifully illuminating the wall. Recycled glass tiles used in the niche represent the color and shape of leaves. A single glass panel was used in place of a traditional shower door. Continuing the serene colorway of the bath, natural rift cut white oak was chosen for the vanity and the floating shelves above the toilet. A white quartz for the countertop, has a small reflective pattern like the polished chrome of the fittings and hardware. Natural curved shapes are repeated in the arch of the faucet, the hardware, the front of the toilet and shower column. The rectangular shape of the tile is repeated in the drawer fronts of the cabinets, the sink, the medicine cabinet, and the floating shelves. The shower column was selected to maintain the simple lines of the fittings while providing a temperature, pressure balance shower experience with a multi-function main shower head and handheld head. The dual flush toilet and low flow shower are a water saving consideration. The floating shelves provide decorative and functional storage. The asymmetric design of the medicine cabinet allows for a full view in the mirror with the added function of a tri view mirror when open. Built in LED lighting is controllable from 2500K to 4000K. The interior of the medicine cabinet is also mirrored and electrified to keep the countertop clear of necessities. Additional lighting is provided with recessed LED fixtures for the vanity area as well as in the shower. A motion sensor light installed under the vanity illuminates the room with a soft glow at night. The transformation is now complete. No longer an ugly duckling and source of unhappiness, the new bathroom provides a much-needed respite from the couples’ busy lives. It has created a retreat to recharge and replenish, two very important components of wellness.

Brain Vanden Brink
Inspiration for a coastal entryway remodel in Boston

We find elegant flair in Newport’s understated, yet attractive details. Notice the contour of the mouth-blown opal glass and the intricately stepped beading. Cast chevrons, anchored with rivet head details, form the link between Newport’s metal rings—enhancing the collection’s subtly embellished appeal. Overall Dimensions: 13"Dia. x 5.25"H

This dining room features the Cascade Divide by Boyd lighting. Photo by Shane Reilly.
Large transitional carpeted enclosed dining room photo in San Francisco with beige walls

Photography by Gus Ruelas
Large elegant dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Los Angeles with white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink and raised-panel cabinets

Gross Electric & Eldridge Images
Elegant medium tone wood floor living room photo in Other with green walls and a standard fireplace

JL Interiors is a LA-based creative/diverse firm that specializes in residential interiors. JL Interiors empowers homeowners to design their dream home that they can be proud of! The design isn’t just about making things beautiful; it’s also about making things work beautifully. Contact us for a free consultation Hello@JLinteriors.design _ 310.390.6849_ www.JLinteriors.design

Tria Giovan
Inspiration for a timeless u-shaped enclosed kitchen remodel in New York with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Basement - mid-sized transitional look-out carpeted and beige floor basement idea in Kansas City with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Example of a mid-sized transitional look-out carpeted and beige floor basement design in Kansas City with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Cascada 9-lt Flush Mount By ET2 SKU# E20797 A natural wonder sculpted in glass, Cascada evokes the feeling of a rain shower in a graceful swirl of Egyptian crystal spheres. The rainfall that is evoked by the large and small crystals is made possible by their suspension from strands of sheer monofilament that hang in natural torrents from a chrome flush mounted canopy with puffed metal-vented trim. A conversation piece wherever it's placed, Cascada is illuminated drama on a grand scale.

Cascada 22-lt Flush Mount By ET2 SKU# E20798 A natural wonder sculpted in glass, Cascada evokes the feeling of a rain shower in a graceful swirl of Egyptian crystal spheres. The rainfall that is evoked by the large and small crystals is made possible by their suspension from strands of sheer monofilament that hang in natural torrents from a chrome flush mounted canopy with puffed metal-vented trim. A conversation piece wherever it's placed, Cascada is illuminated drama on a grand scale.

Spacecrafting
Open concept kitchen - large traditional u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an island, an undermount sink, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and paneled appliances

Jeri Koegel
Example of a trendy light wood floor great room design in Orange County

Design: Charlie & Co. Design | Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Interiors & Photo Styling: Lucy Interior Design | Susan Gilmore Photography
Example of a trendy medium tone wood floor entry hall design in Minneapolis with white walls

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Mid-sized tuscan guest medium tone wood floor bedroom photo in Santa Barbara with white walls and no fireplace