Rachel Loewen Photography © 2017 Houzz
Example of an ornate living room design in Chicago

bedroom converted to closet. photo by Alec Hemer.
Closet - farmhouse medium tone wood floor closet idea in Austin with green walls

The new dining room opens right up to the kitchen, providing plenty of space for entertaining.
Inspiration for a transitional great room remodel in New York with gray walls

Study room - transitional built-in desk dark wood floor study room idea in DC Metro with blue walls and a wall-mounted tv

photo cred: tessa neustadt
Example of a mid-sized farmhouse u-shaped ceramic tile open concept kitchen design in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, white appliances and a peninsula

Keep art supplies and games contained in our Tint Stacking Drawers and Grid Totes on elfa® shelving. Both The Drawers and Totes are the perfect size for stacking and can easily be moved from room to room.

Holland Photography - Cory Holland
Family room - transitional family room idea in Seattle

We continued the gray, blue and gold color palette into the master bedroom. Custom bedding and luxurious shag area rugs brought sophistication, while placing colorful floral accents around the room made for an inviting space. Design: Wesley-Wayne Interiors Photo: Stephen Karlisch

Living room - french country living room idea in Charlotte

A Modern Farm House home great room with limestone fireplace and ebonized oak cabinetry. Photography by Michael Hunter
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept light wood floor living room remodel in Dallas with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a concealed tv

Front patio from Amelia Island project
Beach style back porch idea in Jacksonville with a roof extension

Glamorous without ever feeling formal. Champagne, walnut, and aged brass — chosen for how they shift in Florida light. Grasscloth against fluted millwork, honed marble against bouclé. Lighting designed as architecture, not accessory, so the glow lives inside the room itself. Alina Residences, Boca Raton.

Challenge This 2001 riverfront home was purchased by the owners in 2015 and immediately renovated. Progressive Design Build was hired at that time to remodel the interior, with tentative plans to remodel their outdoor living space as a second phase design/build remodel. True to their word, after completing the interior remodel, this young family turned to Progressive Design Build in 2017 to address known zoning regulations and restrictions in their backyard and build an outdoor living space that was fit for entertaining and everyday use. The homeowners wanted a pool and spa, outdoor living room, kitchen, fireplace and covered patio. They also wanted to stay true to their home’s Old Florida style architecture while also adding a Jamaican influence to the ceiling detail, which held sentimental value to the homeowners who honeymooned in Jamaica. Solution To tackle the known zoning regulations and restrictions in the backyard, the homeowners researched and applied for a variance. With the variance in hand, Progressive Design Build sat down with the homeowners to review several design options. These options included: Option 1) Modifications to the original pool design, changing it to be longer and narrower and comply with an existing drainage easement Option 2) Two different layouts of the outdoor living area Option 3) Two different height elevations and options for the fire pit area Option 4) A proposed breezeway connecting the new area with the existing home After reviewing the options, the homeowners chose the design that placed the pool on the backside of the house and the outdoor living area on the west side of the home (Option 1). It was important to build a patio structure that could sustain a hurricane (a Southwest Florida necessity), and provide substantial sun protection. The new covered area was supported by structural columns and designed as an open-air porch (with no screens) to allow for an unimpeded view of the Caloosahatchee River. The open porch design also made the area feel larger, and the roof extension was built with substantial strength to survive severe weather conditions. The pool and spa were connected to the adjoining patio area, designed to flow seamlessly into the next. The pool deck was designed intentionally in a 3-color blend of concrete brick with freeform edge detail to mimic the natural river setting. Bringing the outdoors inside, the pool and fire pit were slightly elevated to create a small separation of space. Result All of the desirable amenities of a screened porch were built into an open porch, including electrical outlets, a ceiling fan/light kit, TV, audio speakers, and a fireplace. The outdoor living area was finished off with additional storage for cushions, ample lighting, an outdoor dining area, a smoker, a grill, a double-side burner, an under cabinet refrigerator, a major ventilation system, and water supply plumbing that delivers hot and cold water to the sinks. Because the porch is under a roof, we had the option to use classy woods that would give the structure a natural look and feel. We chose a dark cypress ceiling with a gloss finish, replicating the same detail that the homeowners experienced in Jamaica. This created a deep visceral and emotional reaction from the homeowners to their new backyard. The family now spends more time outdoors enjoying the sights, sounds and smells of nature. Their professional lives allow them to take a trip to paradise right in their backyard—stealing moments that reflect on the past, but are also enjoyed in the present.

Living room - large scandinavian formal and enclosed light wood floor and beige floor living room idea in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Home office in master bedroom. Small desk as a bedside table. Helynn Ospina Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master carpeted and beige floor bedroom remodel in Sacramento with gray walls

Inspiration for a large rustic brown two-story mixed siding gable roof remodel

Inspiration for a contemporary home office remodel in Minneapolis

After! Photos by Yvonne Choe Design & Photography
Mid-sized minimalist kitchen photo in Calgary