Many of our followers might be (wrongfully) thinking, "What if I don't think thatch is right for my backyard?" Or "I love thatch but my annoying spouse doesn't." If that happens to be the case, you no longer have to fret. MTR believes in inclusion. We have something for everyone. We also build structures with no thatch, but if we do, then we want to make sure it's still an impressive, beautiful, and unique addition to your patio. For instance, look at this majestic pergola of 1,100 sqft... We customized it with the 8" diameter yellow pine round posts to give it a truly unique look. Even if your backyard doesn't look like a nature park, we can find something perfect for your patio. We love adding the round posts which is not the typical look. It gives it a modern and sleek look. And with the addition of the Manila rope at the bottom it gives it a completely different look! t really is an art and a craft to build a structure like this one. The way each piece of wood is perfectly and geometrically placed is an art form. The craziest part is that the builders don't build based off formulas or engineered drawings; they build off experience and pure brain and on the spot thinking. We're lucky to have the people we work with love this learned and lived trade.

We were called out to look at this new Black Limestone patio in Ashford which was not looking as it should. The client had laid it himself but unfortunately had not managed to polish off all the grout from the surface of the Limestone thereby degrading the appearance of the stone. Grout Smearing or Grout Haze is a common problem when it comes to tiling and this problem seems to be on the increase due to new grout formula’s which are tougher but dry a lot faster. Usually, the excess grout can be removed using a mild acid however it is not possible to do that on Limestone as this Stone is acid sensitive and as well as etching the stone can cause it to turn white. I know Tile Doctor has resolved a few jobs like this in the past for builders who do not always understand the unique characteristics of the stone. I discussed with the client how Tile Doctor could help and gave him a quote for the work to be carried out. He was happy to go ahead so having consulted the weather forecast for a couple of dry days we agreed a date to return. To remove the Grout Haze and clean the appearance of the Limestone I applied a Tile Doctor Brick and Patio Cleaner and worked it in with a coarse 400 grit diamond encrusted burnishing pad. The coarse pad does leave the stone looking a little rough, so the surface was then renovated using the finer burnishing pads of 800 and 1500 grit using water for lubrication. By using the pads in sequence, it gradually smooths the surface of the stone. Once done the tiles were rinsed with water and the soil removed with an industrial wet vacuum. The patio was looking good, the day was nice and bright, so we left the patio for a few hours to dry in the sun. Once the stone was dry the patio was sealed with single coat of Tile Doctor Stone Oil which is an impregnating sealer that improves strength and restores colour to the stone. Once dry the Stone Oil was followed by a coat of Tile Doctor Colour Grow sealer which like the Stone Oil penetrates the pores of the stone improving colour and adding protection. The treatment and combination of products transformed the appearance of the patio and provided the client with exactly the look he required. As you can see from the after pictures the patio had a rich black colour and looked as it should. The client was over the moon with the result and was thankful that we had managed to rescue his work. Lesson learned for any future project he might take on, beware of grout haze! Michael Conlon South Kent Tile Doctor

Rob Karosis
Example of a classic hallway design in New York

Many of our followers might be (wrongfully) thinking, "What if I don't think thatch is right for my backyard?" Or "I love thatch but my annoying spouse doesn't." If that happens to be the case, you no longer have to fret. MTR believes in inclusion. We have something for everyone. We also build structures with no thatch, but if we do, then we want to make sure it's still an impressive, beautiful, and unique addition to your patio. For instance, look at this majestic pergola of 1,100 sqft... We customized it with the 8" diameter yellow pine round posts to give it a truly unique look. Even if your backyard doesn't look like a nature park, we can find something perfect for your patio. We love adding the round posts which is not the typical look. It gives it a modern and sleek look. And with the addition of the Manila rope at the bottom it gives it a completely different look! t really is an art and a craft to build a structure like this one. The way each piece of wood is perfectly and geometrically placed is an art form. The craziest part is that the builders don't build based off formulas or engineered drawings; they build off experience and pure brain and on the spot thinking. We're lucky to have the people we work with love this learned and lived trade.

Walls: Carter Gray CW-80, Regal Select, Eggshell Trim: Bruton White CW-710, Regal Select, Semi-Gloss Ceiling: Bruton White CW-710, Waterborne Ceiling Paint A gray sitting room is accented through an array of decorations featuring a bright orange chair, wicker baskets, and decorative vases & topiary.

Governor's House Entry by Lisa Tharp. 2019 Bulfinch Award - Interior Design. Photo by Michael J. Lee
Transitional painted wood floor foyer photo with white walls and a black front door

Collaboration with Canonbury Homes and Frank Neely Design Associates.
Inspiration for a timeless open concept kitchen remodel in Atlanta with beaded inset cabinets and two islands

A light and spacious reading room lined with birch IKEA BILLY bookcases gets a warm upgrade with Walnut Studiolo's St. Johns leather tab pulls. Photo credit: Erin Berzel Photography

Gorgeous master bath finished with Dal-Tile's Fabrique porcelain tile in the color Noir Linen polished. Tile size is 12"x24" installed in a brick joint pattern. The floor boasts underfloor heating on a timed thermostat.

This navy kid's room is filled with bright moments of orange and yellow. Ralph Lauren's Northern Hemisphere is covering the ceiling, inspiring exploration in space and ocean. A Solar System mobile and light-up Moon provide great fun to this sophisticated yet playful space.

Spinach is easy to grow in shallow pots or window boxes, and you can harvest leaves as needed for sandwiches, salads, and soups. Photo by Steve Masley

Patrick Barta
Single front door - contemporary single front door idea in Seattle with a medium wood front door

Kids Craft Room Photo Credit: Woodie Williams Photographhy
Large transitional gender-neutral medium tone wood floor playroom photo in Jacksonville with white walls

This stained glass window was created as part of our signature Aspen Stained Glass line. These windows look beautiful in cottage style or contemporary homes and are a great way for outdoor enthusiasts to celebrate their love of nature. The textured appearance of the glass provides the homeowners with a high level of privacy and comfort.

DESIGN BUILD REMODEL | Tween Bedroom Transformation | FOUR POINT DESIGN BUILD INC | Part Twelve This completely transformed 3,500+ sf family dream home sits atop the gorgeous hills of Calabasas, CA and celebrates the strategic and eclectic merging of contemporary and mid-century modern styles with the earthy touches of a world traveler! AS SEEN IN Better Homes and Gardens | BEFORE & AFTER | 10 page feature and COVER | Spring 2016 To see more of this fantastic transformation, watch for the launch of our NEW website and blog THE FOUR POINT REPORT, where we celebrate this and other incredible design build journey! Launching September 2016. Photography by Riley Jamison #TweenBedroom #remodel #LAinteriordesigner #builder #dreamproject #oneinamillion

Staircase - cottage staircase idea in San Francisco

Staircase - mid-sized traditional wooden straight wood railing staircase idea in New York with painted risers

Example of a minimalist staircase design in DC Metro

Example of a huge trendy metal floating open staircase design in Minneapolis