This home office started as a blank room and needed the capability for three people to have their own workspaces but keeping in mind the potential for this space to be a game room in the future. The cased opening was changed to a pair of transitional French doors with clear glass to keep an open feel but providing a private work space. The natural light coming into the room from the windows needed to be an uninterrupted element, therefore the stationary drapery panels were mounted outside the windows to frame them. Custom cabinets were designed to incorporate drawer storage, shelving storage, TV mounting and decorative display. The continuous quartz countertop gives an additional multi-use workspace. All of these dual-function cabinet elements can be transitioned from office to game room when required. The acrylic and chrome cabinet hardware was a new release and gives a modern touch to the space. The client also had a pair of vintage family chests that they wanted to incorporate into the space so we updated them with a new coat of grey paint and had new Carrara marble tops fabricated with a traditional ogee edge. The acrylic hardware is consistent with the vintage chest but gives an updated modern flare. The sleek L-shaped white desks provide a neutral but modern look with ample workspace. White leather desk chairs give the comfort of an office chair but the modern style that the client desired.

The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography

This 1964 Preston Hollow home was in the perfect location and had great bones but was not perfect for this family that likes to entertain. They wanted to open up their kitchen up to the den and entry as much as possible, as it was small and completely closed off. They needed significant wine storage and they did want a bar area but not where it was currently located. They also needed a place to stage food and drinks outside of the kitchen. There was a formal living room that was not necessary and a formal dining room that they could take or leave. Those spaces were opened up, the previous formal dining became their new home office, which was previously in the master suite. The master suite was completely reconfigured, removing the old office, and giving them a larger closet and beautiful master bathroom. The game room, which was converted from the garage years ago, was updated, as well as the bathroom, that used to be the pool bath. The closet space in that room was redesigned, adding new built-ins, and giving us more space for a larger laundry room and an additional mudroom that is now accessible from both the game room and the kitchen! They desperately needed a pool bath that was easily accessible from the backyard, without having to walk through the game room, which they had to previously use. We reconfigured their living room, adding a full bathroom that is now accessible from the backyard, fixing that problem. We did a complete overhaul to their downstairs, giving them the house they had dreamt of! As far as the exterior is concerned, they wanted better curb appeal and a more inviting front entry. We changed the front door, and the walkway to the house that was previously slippery when wet and gave them a more open, yet sophisticated entry when you walk in. We created an outdoor space in their backyard that they will never want to leave! The back porch was extended, built a full masonry fireplace that is surrounded by a wonderful seating area, including a double hanging porch swing. The outdoor kitchen has everything they need, including tons of countertop space for entertaining, and they still have space for a large outdoor dining table. The wood-paneled ceiling and the mix-matched pavers add a great and unique design element to this beautiful outdoor living space. Scapes Incorporated did a fabulous job with their backyard landscaping, making it a perfect daily escape. They even decided to add turf to their entire backyard, keeping minimal maintenance for this busy family. The functionality this family now has in their home gives the true meaning to Living Better Starts Here™.

This 1964 Preston Hollow home was in the perfect location and had great bones but was not perfect for this family that likes to entertain. They wanted to open up their kitchen up to the den and entry as much as possible, as it was small and completely closed off. They needed significant wine storage and they did want a bar area but not where it was currently located. They also needed a place to stage food and drinks outside of the kitchen. There was a formal living room that was not necessary and a formal dining room that they could take or leave. Those spaces were opened up, the previous formal dining became their new home office, which was previously in the master suite. The master suite was completely reconfigured, removing the old office, and giving them a larger closet and beautiful master bathroom. The game room, which was converted from the garage years ago, was updated, as well as the bathroom, that used to be the pool bath. The closet space in that room was redesigned, adding new built-ins, and giving us more space for a larger laundry room and an additional mudroom that is now accessible from both the game room and the kitchen! They desperately needed a pool bath that was easily accessible from the backyard, without having to walk through the game room, which they had to previously use. We reconfigured their living room, adding a full bathroom that is now accessible from the backyard, fixing that problem. We did a complete overhaul to their downstairs, giving them the house they had dreamt of! As far as the exterior is concerned, they wanted better curb appeal and a more inviting front entry. We changed the front door, and the walkway to the house that was previously slippery when wet and gave them a more open, yet sophisticated entry when you walk in. We created an outdoor space in their backyard that they will never want to leave! The back porch was extended, built a full masonry fireplace that is surrounded by a wonderful seating area, including a double hanging porch swing. The outdoor kitchen has everything they need, including tons of countertop space for entertaining, and they still have space for a large outdoor dining table. The wood-paneled ceiling and the mix-matched pavers add a great and unique design element to this beautiful outdoor living space. Scapes Incorporated did a fabulous job with their backyard landscaping, making it a perfect daily escape. They even decided to add turf to their entire backyard, keeping minimal maintenance for this busy family. The functionality this family now has in their home gives the true meaning to Living Better Starts Here™.

Rooms filled with light, fine art and antique furniture were the backdrops for our "Kentfield Collected" project. This was an overall home refresh and our team loved the challenge of bringing new life to the exquisite existing collection of art and antiques. We started with thoughtful space planning to achieve an overall outcome that is more pleasing for the clients' enjoyment of the home when each room feels more balanced. The refreshing of exciting items and the selection of a few new pieces brought a touch of light, beauty and pop of unexpected that paired beautifully with the treasured finds of the homeowners. In the powder bath, the poppy wall covering, navy vanity and silvery metallic ceiling paint is one of the pops of unexpected delight you will find in the home. Our team designed beautiful linen draperies in a creamy gold-tone that perfectly framed the amazing view from the dining room windows. The buffet in a dark navy with a faux Belgian linen finish and a pair of crystal lamps were the right balance to complement the wall art in the room. The addition of a game table to the living room framed by a mirror and scones is an ideal spot for a game of cards or stunning flowers. The reupholstered chaise took on a hip and vibrant vibe in a lush green velvet fabric and placed in a perfectly edited guest suite. Custom outdoor cushions and pillows create a spot to enjoy the deck and views at the end of the day.

✨ From Dark & Unfinished to the Ultimate Hangout Spot! ✨ We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible transformation of our Homeowners basement! Swipe through to see the before pictures ➡️ and you’ll see exactly where we started: a blank, uninspired, and underutilized space. Our team completely reimagined the footprint, turning it into a bright, modern, and beautifully finished living area that feels like a natural extension of the upper floors. Whether it’s for family movie nights, hosting game days, or just enjoying some well deserved relaxation, this stunning new space is ready for years of memories. Thinking about maximizing your home's potential? Let’s talk about transforming your basement next! ??

✨ From Dark & Unfinished to the Ultimate Hangout Spot! ✨ We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible transformation of our Homeowners basement! Swipe through to see the before pictures ➡️ and you’ll see exactly where we started: a blank, uninspired, and underutilized space. Our team completely reimagined the footprint, turning it into a bright, modern, and beautifully finished living area that feels like a natural extension of the upper floors. Whether it’s for family movie nights, hosting game days, or just enjoying some well deserved relaxation, this stunning new space is ready for years of memories. Thinking about maximizing your home's potential? Let’s talk about transforming your basement next! ??

Rooms filled with light, fine art and antique furniture were the backdrops for our "Kentfield Collected" project. This was an overall home refresh and our team loved the challenge of bringing new life to the exquisite existing collection of art and antiques. We started with thoughtful space planning to achieve an overall outcome that is more pleasing for the clients' enjoyment of the home when each room feels more balanced. The refreshing of exciting items and the selection of a few new pieces brought a touch of light, beauty and pop of unexpected that paired beautifully with the treasured finds of the homeowners. In the powder bath, the poppy wall covering, navy vanity and silvery metallic ceiling paint is one of the pops of unexpected delight you will find in the home. Our team designed beautiful linen draperies in a creamy gold-tone that perfectly framed the amazing view from the dining room windows. The buffet in a dark navy with a faux Belgian linen finish and a pair of crystal lamps were the right balance to complement the wall art in the room. The addition of a game table to the living room framed by a mirror and scones is an ideal spot for a game of cards or stunning flowers. The reupholstered chaise took on a hip and vibrant vibe in a lush green velvet fabric and placed in a perfectly edited guest suite. Custom outdoor cushions and pillows create a spot to enjoy the deck and views at the end of the day. Let us also not forget Buster (our project mascot) welcoming guests to this fine-tuned Kentfield beauty.

LOWELL CUSTOM HOMES, Lake Geneva, WI., -LOWELL CUSTOM HOMES, Lake Geneva, WI., - We say “oui” to French Country style in a home reminiscent of a French Country Chateau. The flawless home renovation begins with a beautiful yet tired exterior refreshed from top to bottom starting with a new roof by DaVince Roofscapes. The interior maintains its light airy feel with highly crafted details and a lovely kitchen designed with Plato Woodwork, Inc. cabinetry designed by Geneva Cabinet Company.

✨ From Dark & Unfinished to the Ultimate Hangout Spot! ✨ We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible transformation of our Homeowners basement! Swipe through to see the before pictures ➡️ and you’ll see exactly where we started: a blank, uninspired, and underutilized space. Our team completely reimagined the footprint, turning it into a bright, modern, and beautifully finished living area that feels like a natural extension of the upper floors. Whether it’s for family movie nights, hosting game days, or just enjoying some well deserved relaxation, this stunning new space is ready for years of memories. Thinking about maximizing your home's potential? Let’s talk about transforming your basement next! ??

✨ From Dark & Unfinished to the Ultimate Hangout Spot! ✨ We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible transformation of our Homeowners basement! Swipe through to see the before pictures ➡️ and you’ll see exactly where we started: a blank, uninspired, and underutilized space. Our team completely reimagined the footprint, turning it into a bright, modern, and beautifully finished living area that feels like a natural extension of the upper floors. Whether it’s for family movie nights, hosting game days, or just enjoying some well deserved relaxation, this stunning new space is ready for years of memories. Thinking about maximizing your home's potential? Let’s talk about transforming your basement next! ??

✨ From Dark & Unfinished to the Ultimate Hangout Spot! ✨ We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible transformation of our Homeowners basement! Swipe through to see the before pictures ➡️ and you’ll see exactly where we started: a blank, uninspired, and underutilized space. Our team completely reimagined the footprint, turning it into a bright, modern, and beautifully finished living area that feels like a natural extension of the upper floors. Whether it’s for family movie nights, hosting game days, or just enjoying some well deserved relaxation, this stunning new space is ready for years of memories. Thinking about maximizing your home's potential? Let’s talk about transforming your basement next! ??

✨ From Dark & Unfinished to the Ultimate Hangout Spot! ✨ We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible transformation of our Homeowners basement! Swipe through to see the before pictures ➡️ and you’ll see exactly where we started: a blank, uninspired, and underutilized space. Our team completely reimagined the footprint, turning it into a bright, modern, and beautifully finished living area that feels like a natural extension of the upper floors. Whether it’s for family movie nights, hosting game days, or just enjoying some well deserved relaxation, this stunning new space is ready for years of memories. Thinking about maximizing your home's potential? Let’s talk about transforming your basement next! ??

Rooms filled with light, fine art and antique furniture were the backdrops for our "Kentfield Collected" project. This was an overall home refresh and our team loved the challenge of bringing new life to the exquisite existing collection of art and antiques. We started with thoughtful space planning to achieve an overall outcome that is more pleasing for the clients' enjoyment of the home when each room feels more balanced. The refreshing of exciting items and the selection of a few new pieces brought a touch of light, beauty and pop of unexpected that paired beautifully with the treasured finds of the homeowners. In the powder bath, the poppy wall covering, navy vanity and silvery metallic ceiling paint is one of the pops of unexpected delight you will find in the home. Our team designed beautiful linen draperies in a creamy gold-tone that perfectly framed the amazing view from the dining room windows. The buffet in a dark navy with a faux Belgian linen finish and a pair of crystal lamps were the right balance to complement the wall art in the room. The addition of a game table to the living room framed by a mirror and scones is an ideal spot for a game of cards or stunning flowers. The reupholstered chaise took on a hip and vibrant vibe in a lush green velvet fabric and placed in a perfectly edited guest suite. Custom outdoor cushions and pillows create a spot to enjoy the deck and views at the end of the day.

✨ From Dark & Unfinished to the Ultimate Hangout Spot! ✨ We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible transformation of our Homeowners basement! Swipe through to see the before pictures ➡️ and you’ll see exactly where we started: a blank, uninspired, and underutilized space. Our team completely reimagined the footprint, turning it into a bright, modern, and beautifully finished living area that feels like a natural extension of the upper floors. Whether it’s for family movie nights, hosting game days, or just enjoying some well deserved relaxation, this stunning new space is ready for years of memories. Thinking about maximizing your home's potential? Let’s talk about transforming your basement next! ??

✨ From Dark & Unfinished to the Ultimate Hangout Spot! ✨ We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible transformation of our Homeowners basement! Swipe through to see the before pictures ➡️ and you’ll see exactly where we started: a blank, uninspired, and underutilized space. Our team completely reimagined the footprint, turning it into a bright, modern, and beautifully finished living area that feels like a natural extension of the upper floors. Whether it’s for family movie nights, hosting game days, or just enjoying some well deserved relaxation, this stunning new space is ready for years of memories. Thinking about maximizing your home's potential? Let’s talk about transforming your basement next! ??

A reclaimed wood mantel with metal strap details brings natural warmth and antique character to the light stone fireplace at the heart of this contemporary living room. The contrast between the aged timber and the clean pale stone is exactly what makes reclaimed wood so versatile, it feels equally at home in a rustic cabin or a modern open concept space like this one. Sourced from 19th and early 20th century structures, the mantel timber carries a naturally aged patina and the honest grain that only old growth hardwoods develop over a century of use. Through our process of denailing, kiln drying, and precision milling, Manomin Resawn Timbers prepares these antique timbers for a prominent place above your hearth while preserving every detail that makes them one of a kind. Whether you are a homebuilder, a home remodeling contractor, or a homeowner looking to add a reclaimed wood mantel to a contemporary or transitional fireplace, Manomin Resawn Timbers has been helping people discover the antique charm of reclaimed wood since 2002. We ship nationwide and are happy to help you find the right piece from anywhere in the country. Visit our showroom in Hugo, MN or reach out to us with a call or a message to get started.

Rooms filled with light, fine art and antique furniture were the backdrops for our "Kentfield Collected" project. This was an overall home refresh and our team loved the challenge of bringing new life to the exquisite existing collection of art and antiques. We started with thoughtful space planning to achieve an overall outcome that is more pleasing for the clients' enjoyment of the home when each room feels more balanced. The refreshing of exciting items and the selection of a few new pieces brought a touch of light, beauty and pop of unexpected that paired beautifully with the treasured finds of the homeowners. In the powder bath, the poppy wall covering, navy vanity and silvery metallic ceiling paint is one of the pops of unexpected delight you will find in the home. Our team designed beautiful linen draperies in a creamy gold-tone that perfectly framed the amazing view from the dining room windows. The buffet in a dark navy with a faux Belgian linen finish and a pair of crystal lamps were the right balance to complement the wall art in the room. The addition of a game table to the living room framed by a mirror and scones is an ideal spot for a game of cards or stunning flowers. The reupholstered chaise took on a hip and vibrant vibe in a lush green velvet fabric and placed in a perfectly edited guest suite. Custom outdoor cushions and pillows create a spot to enjoy the deck and views at the end of the day. Let us also not forget Buster (our project mascot) welcoming guests to this fine-tuned Kentfield beauty.

✨ From Dark & Unfinished to the Ultimate Hangout Spot! ✨ We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible transformation of our Homeowners basement! Swipe through to see the before pictures ➡️ and you’ll see exactly where we started: a blank, uninspired, and underutilized space. Our team completely reimagined the footprint, turning it into a bright, modern, and beautifully finished living area that feels like a natural extension of the upper floors. Whether it’s for family movie nights, hosting game days, or just enjoying some well deserved relaxation, this stunning new space is ready for years of memories. Thinking about maximizing your home's potential? Let’s talk about transforming your basement next! ??