Extensive valley and mountain views inspired the siting of this simple L-shaped house that is anchored into the landscape. This shape forms an intimate courtyard with the sweeping views to the south. Looking back through the entry, glass walls frame the view of a significant mountain peak justifying the plan skew. The circulation is arranged along the courtyard in order that all the major spaces have access to the extensive valley views. A generous eight-foot overhang along the southern portion of the house allows for sun shading in the summer and passive solar gain during the harshest winter months. The open plan and generous window placement showcase views throughout the house. The living room is located in the southeast corner of the house and cantilevers into the landscape affording stunning panoramic views. Project Year: 2012

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Photography by Garrett Rowland Photography
Kitchen - rustic u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen idea in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Goals While their home provided them with enough square footage, the original layout caused for many rooms to be underutilized. The closed off kitchen and dining room were disconnected from the other common spaces of the home causing problems with circulation and limited sight-lines. A tucked-away powder room was also inaccessible from the entryway and main living spaces in the house. Our Design Solution We sought out to improve the functionality of this home by opening up walls, relocating rooms, and connecting the entryway to the mudroom. By moving the kitchen into the formerly over-sized family room, it was able to really become the heart of the home with access from all of the other rooms in the house. Meanwhile, the adjacent family room was made into a cozy, comfortable space with updated fireplace and new cathedral style ceiling with skylights. The powder room was relocated to be off of the entry, making it more accessible for guests. A transitional style with rustic accents was used throughout the remodel for a cohesive first floor design. White and black cabinets were complimented with brass hardware and custom wood features, including a hood top and accent wall over the fireplace. Between each room, walls were thickened and archway were put in place, providing the home with even more character.

Inspiration for a transitional dining room remodel in Los Angeles with gray walls

Daniel newcomb
Elegant beige tile beige floor drop-in bathtub photo in Tampa with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and beige walls

The natural wood tones, log purlins, and large windows makes this kitchen bright and beautiful.
Mid-sized mountain style l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, blue backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

rock garden, flagstone hardscaping, landscaping, Drainage solutions, french drain hidden by dry creek bed
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Portland.

Painted wood kitchen with overlay drawer fronts and soapstone countertops. Custom cabinets with no toe kick. Breakfast table made of wood recycled from house.La Cornue Cornufe range, pendant by Hudson Valley Lighting, Shaws Belfast Fireclay Sink, Refinished Original Hardwood Floors, Site Built Dutch door, Soapstone Countertops by Vermont Soapstone, Door trim replicated from original. photo by Michael Gabor

Waterfall and garden ponds in this backyard features a stone bridge and large koi pond. Backyard Waterfall, water garden, garden design by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc.

Bill Timmerman
Inspiration for a huge contemporary white two-story exterior home remodel in Los Angeles

Custom wrought iron railing separates the loft space that started out as a full floor. The center support and steel silo staircase allowed us to remove all of the support beams underneath and repurpose them as a longboard skateboard rack. Photos~ Nat Rea

Philadelphia Row Home Renovation focusing on maximizing storage for a young family of 5. We created a "mudroom" in the front of the row home with a large living room space for family time + hosting. We used kid-friendly furnishings with performance fabrics that are durable and easy to clean. Prioritized eco-friendly selections, utilizing locally sourced + American made pieces.

4,000 square foot shingle style home in Greenwich, CT. Photo Credit: Robert Benson
Kitchen - victorian u-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in Bridgeport with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and no island

Photos by Bob Greenspan Photography
Kitchen - mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen idea in Kansas City with white cabinets, marble countertops, black backsplash, stone slab backsplash and stainless steel appliances

A traditional style home meets forward-thinking design elements and features in Mechanicsburg, PA.
Example of a mid-sized classic master beige tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile claw-foot bathtub design with dark wood cabinets, beige walls and an undermount sink

Small elegant 3/4 white tile and subway tile porcelain tile and gray floor walk-in shower photo in Milwaukee with a one-piece toilet and beige walls

GC: Ekren Construction Photography: Tiffany Ringwald
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Charlotte with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

Trendy backyard patio photo in San Diego with no cover and a fireplace