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David Fell Photography
Kitchen - traditional kitchen idea in Boston

These homeowners came to us wanting to upgrade the curb appeal of their home and improve the layout of the interior. They hoped for an entry that would welcome guests to their home both inside and out, while also creating more defined and purposeful space within the home. The main goals of the project were to add a covered wrap around porch, add more windows for natural light, create a formal entry that housed the client’s baby grand piano, and add a home office for the clients to work from home. With a dated exterior and facade that lacked dimension, there was little charm to be had. The front door was hidden from visitors and a lack of windows made the exterior unoriginal. We approached the exterior design pulling inspiration from the farmhouse style, southern porches, and craftsman style homes. Eventually we landed on a design that added numerous windows to the front façade, reminiscent of a farmhouse, and turned a Dutch hipped roof into an extended gable roof, creating a large front porch and adding curb appeal interest. By relocating the entry door to the front of the house and adding a gable accent over this new door, it created a focal point for guests and passersby. In addition to those design elements, we incorporated some exterior shutters rated for our northwest climate that echoed the southern style homes our client loved. A greige paint color (Benjamin Moore Cape May Cobblestone) accented with a white trim (Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee) and a black front door, shutters, and window box (Sherwin Williams Black Magic) all work together to create a charming and welcoming façade. On the interior we removed a half wall and coat closet that separated the original cramped entryway from the front room. The front room was a multipurpose space that didn’t have a designated use for the family, it became a catch-all space that was easily cluttered. Through the design process we came up with a plan to split the spaces into 2 rooms, a large open semi-formal entryway and a home office. The semi-formal entryway was intentionally designed to house the homeowner’s baby grand piano – a real showstopper. The flow created by this entryway is welcoming and ushers you into a beautifully curated home. A new office now sits right off the entryway with beautiful French doors, built-in cabinetry, and an abundance of natural light – everything that one dreams of for their home office. The home office looks out to the front porch and front yard as well as the pastural side yard where the children frequently play. The office is an ideal location for a moment of inspiration, reflection, and focus. A warm white paint (Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee) combined with the newly installed light oak luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout the home, creating continuity and a neutral canvas. Traditional and schoolhouse style statement light fixtures coordinate with the black door hardware for an added level of contrast. There is one more improvement that made a big difference to this family. In the family room, we added a built-in window seat. This created a cozy nook that is used by all for reading and extra seating. This relatively small improvement had a big impact on how the family uses and enjoys the space.

Tariesa Reine
Inspiration for a coastal porch remodel in Boston

Master bath. Photo by Dan Cutrona
Example of a large classic master white tile and stone tile mosaic tile floor corner shower design in Boston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, an undermount tub and blue walls

The existing sparse exterior of this Cape Cod home left much to be desired. The red brick, brown siding and dark front entry gave it a dreary look in need of a total makeover. MainStreet owner and lead designer, Steve Ramaekers, had a vision from the moment he first saw the home. New Marvin true divided light windows in a stone finish were just the beginning. A complete change from the old cedar siding to a James Hardie cement siding “smooth side out” with 7″ reveal and real machine split Western Red Cedar Shake shingle siding with 7″ reveal started to make the home take shape. The new carriage style garage doors with beautiful lantern style lights on either side, provide a focal point and is now a main feature for a passerby. New Board-N-Batten Style Shutters along with 6″ 20.44 oz half round copper gutters , 4″ round seamless copper downspouts and fittings gave the home the finishing touch. All new exterior colors took the home from drab and bland to it’s new look with a warm inviting feel and great curb appeal!

The stain on the wainscoting pulls colors from the floor, walls, and kitchen cabinets. Sherwin Williams Renwick Olive is on the walls, and was also used (watered down) for staining some of the cedar wainscoting panels. Patio door wall is painted Functional Gray

View from the back of this sloping property, allows a contemporary two-and-a-half-story home, open to the sun and outdoor living and spectacular views of the lake and sunsets.

The stain on the wainscoting pulls colors from the floor, walls, and kitchen cabinets. Sherwin Williams Renwick Olive is on the walls, and was also used (watered down) for staining some of the cedar wainscoting panels. The slate tile backsplash runs to the ceiling.

QMA Architects & Planners Todd Miller, Architect
Family room library - large eclectic open concept medium tone wood floor family room library idea in Philadelphia with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Example of a trendy shiplap wall bathroom design in Boston

Home design - transitional home design idea in Denver

Dining room photo in Boston

Example of a transitional home design design in Denver

My client Wayne lives in a quaint cape cod styled home. It has vintage arts and craft appeal, wood floors, and a wide unique curved stone fireplace. But Wayne has a love of a more modern appeal that will work with the flow of the home. Plus he and his dog Max enjoy a welcoming casual feel. His living room is long and narrow with the fireplace in the center. This can be a tough room configuration for space planning. Our solution? We split the room in half, giving it two functions that can be used together. One part television watching with loads of seating, and one part game playing. All with a view of the fireplace. And when there is lots of family and friends, the entire room can be used together.

Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Denver

David Fell Photography
Example of a classic family room design in Boston

David Fell Photography
Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in Boston

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