Modern bathroom with double sinks, glass tile back splash and custom cabinetry. Meadowlark Design+Build also added USB ports inside the mirrors for easy device charging. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

This outdoor media room and kitchen had to meet the needs of a Houston family needing kid space and adult space. The kids wanted an outdoor audio visual area watch TV and movies. The grownups wanted an outdoor kitchen, bar and grilling area where they could enjoy themselves while watching the kids. And they all wanted a covered patio with places to sit between dips in the pool. However, the family had very limited space between the back of their house and their pool, and no room for anything in either of the side yards: Stringent homeowner association rules also required that any home modifications match the existing home's architecture, color and finishing materials. The pitch of the roof also had to be such that it didn't overlap the bottom of the second-story windows above. So here's what we came up with: A 40-foot-long by 11-foot- deep roof extension off the back of the house (longer than most, but with good engineering specs and design work, we were able to preserve the structural integrity): At one end of the covered patio below is a 12-foot by 8-foot outdoor living room with a custom audio-visual cabinet. At the other is an L-shaped, 8-foot-square outdoor kitchen island with a built-in commercial-grade RCS grill, a 4-by-8-foot outdoor refrigerator and a outdoor icemaker. Keeping in line with the existing home's beige siding, white trim and brown accent façade, we helped the homeowner choose appropriate finishing materials: Austin Western limestone (mostly white with beige accents) for the TV cabinet, kitchen island and column supports; Old English travertine (beige) for the countertops) and white, fluted columns. The Old English travertine countertop has a raised back for a bar with counter seating. The diamond-pattern tile backsplash also features inset fleur de lis accents. The family is more than pleased with the results - two outdoor rooms with two different functions - all within the same covered outdoor living space!

The new master suite was created from an awkward existing floorpan that had steps and no separation between bedroom and bathroom. The new space is all on one level to allow for our clients to age in place. This remodel was built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

Custom cabinetry by Meadowlark Design+Build in this redesign and remodel of a master bathroom WITH WALLS! Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

Custom covered porch off the master bedroom suite with ceiling fan. This remodel was built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

Meadowlark Design+Build created a new outdoor living space off the master bedroom. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter
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This modern soaker tub replaced a dated, raised 70's bathtub that sat in the middle of the bedroom This remodel was built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

Meadowlark created this craftsman-style, custom lighting fixture to go over the dining room table. This remodel was built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

Custom cabinets by Meadowlark are crafted to accommodate the clients storage needs. This remodel was built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

Custom cabinetry by Meadowlark Design+Build Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter
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Custom closet cabinetry designed by Meadowlark Design+Build. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter
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A beautiful update to an original 1976 kitchen with poor storage options. Replaced all cabinets with brighter finish, replace countertops with exotic granite, and replace backsplash with new modern tiles. Reused appliances and flooring to save on renovation cost.

Updated dining room with new floor tiles where shag carpet was inset. This remodel was built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

Custom bathroom cabinets by Meadowlark Design+Build. The sides of the drawers were left open for easy access to towels and items stored in the drawers. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

We reconfigured stairs leading to the sunken living room for a more open flow and created the built in desk.This remodel was built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

This modern soaker tub replaced a dated, raised 70's bathtub that sat in the middle of the bedroom. The glass shower and sleek lines of the tub open up the space for a clean, uncluttered feeling. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

Custom bathroom cabinets by Meadowlark Design+Build. The sides of the drawers were left open for easy access to towels and items stored in the drawers. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter

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