Living room - mediterranean living room idea in San Francisco

Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2016 Houzz
This is an example of a large farmhouse white and partial sun two-story and backyard wood and gravel landscaping in Seattle.

Small white two-story concrete fiberboard gable roof photo in Charleston with a metal roof

Built in the 1960’s, this 1,566 sq. ft. single story home needed updating and visual interests. The clients love to entertain and wanted to create a welcoming, fun atmosphere. Their wish lists were to have an enclosed courtyard to utilize the outdoor space, an open floor plan providing a bigger kitchen and better flow, and to incorporate a mid-century modern style. The goal of this project was to create an open floor plan that would allow for better flow and function, thereby providing a more usable workspace and room for entertaining. We also incorporate the mid-century modern feel throughout the entire home from the inside to the out, bringing elements of design to all the spaces resulting in a completely uniform home. Opening-up the space and removing any visual barriers resulted in the interior and exterior spaces appearing much larger. This allowed a much better flow into the space, and a flood of natural sunlight from the windows into the living area. We were able to enclose the outside front space with a rock wall and a gate providing additional square footage and a private outdoor living space. We also introduced materials such as IPE wood, stacked stone, and metal to incorporate into the exterior which created a warm, aesthetically pleasing, and mid-century modern courtyard.

Rachael Stollar
Trendy wood exterior home photo in New York

Example of a large classic beige two-story stucco house exterior design in Detroit with no cover and a shingle roof

Joseph Smith
Inspiration for a timeless detached three-car garage remodel in Atlanta

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Arts and crafts gray two-story wood exterior home photo in Seattle with a hip roof

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Mid-sized traditional white three-story brick exterior home idea in Dallas

Inspiration for a transitional exterior home remodel in Dallas

Our homeowner had dreamt about one day redoing her beyond outdated kitchen since they day her husband carried her over the threshold. Vinyl flooring used for a backsplash, dingy carpeting, laminate with no sheen left to speak of and mismatched cabinetry…. it was time to make it happen. A year’s worth of planning later, her time capsule became one dreamy kitchen. Functionality reigns supreme in this small, but efficient kitchen where every cabinet has a story to tell and a place to store it. Countertop space to the right of the stove was an added necessity for function and safety. The raised snack bar is perfect for day to day meals and the lowered countertop was a must for this petite baker. A new lighting plan includes recessed lights, under-cabinet and accent lights, while new lighting fixtures reflect the client’s sense of style. Dingy brick patterned carpet was removed making way for new hardwood floors toothed in from the dining room. An airy palette gained some weight with the use of larger details; the oversized hood, beefy turned posts, prominent apron front sink and a grouping of tall cabinets on the refrigerator wall. Glass cabinet fronts, shiny beveled subway tile, and granite countertops allow light to dance around the space. Zachary Seib Photography

Custom Craftsman: front wrap around porch, attached double side garage, second story master bedroom balcony Calgary, Alberta Front/Side Perspective
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman white two-story wood gable roof remodel in Calgary with a shingle roof

Photo by StudioCeja.com
Example of a mid-sized beach style white two-story mixed siding gable roof design in Los Angeles

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Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless backyard stone patio remodel in Philadelphia with no cover

design: Mark Lind / photo: Andrew Pogue
Example of a minimalist gray mixed siding exterior home design in Austin

Contemporary three-story wood flat roof idea in Providence

These homeowners came to Castle looking for a solution that would allow them to stay in their 1946 stucco bungalow in the St. Paul neighborhood that they loved. What was once a young couple’s starter home (1 ½ story with two bedrooms on the main floor and a tiny attic space) was no longer big enough after having two kids. The need for more room became the family’s highest priority, so they came to Castle for help creating the space they needed for their growing family. With very little headroom in the attic, the decision was made to tear off the roof and add a completely new 2nd story addition with three bedrooms, a bathroom, and a commons area. The stairway to the new 2nd-floor space needed to be rebuilt to comply with code requirements and was extended slightly into the dining room below. The new 2nd story addition gave the homeowners an opportunity to revise the exterior look of the home with vertical board and batten siding above the 1st-floor stucco. A new front entry portico was added to compliment the addition, and the existing masonry chimney was extended above the new roof line. The homeowners took over the work on the project after drywall was installed and did all the interior trim & millwork, tile, flooring, and painting & staining themselves. They’re loving the results! Tour this project in person, September 28 – 29, during the 2019 Castle Home Tour!

Two storey home with traditional elements. See this project and more at www.beginwithdesign.com Photos: Carol Ellergodt
Craftsman two-story stucco gable roof idea in Calgary

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