Photography by Jenn Verrier
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman 3/4 multicolored tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile alcove shower remodel in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, green walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops

Inspiration for a coastal bathroom remodel in Boston

Transitional home design photo in Denver

Authenticity of cedar shingles with the strength of James Hardie. Better than the real thing, it resists rotting, curling, warping and splitting. Used to highlight and accent gable or top half of you house, but really has no limits. Fit every house, not only Cape Cods or cottage styles home. And this project is a nice illustration of this. New James Hardie Straight Edge Shingles and PVC trim work, combined with black new construction Pella windows delivere "WOW" effect. New huge deck with PVC Azek decking is a great addition to this.

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.

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!

Example of a large beach style master gray tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor and white floor corner shower design in San Luis Obispo with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops and a hinged shower door

QMA Architects & Planners Todd Miller, Architect
Inspiration for a large eclectic u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, black backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Spacecrafting

Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Denver

Half bathroom was relocated to a little-used three-season room along with the laundry room.
Small elegant light wood floor, brown floor and single-sink bathroom/laundry room photo in Bridgeport with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, white countertops and a freestanding vanity

Dan Cutrona, photographer
Inspiration for a coastal open concept light wood floor living room remodel in Boston

David Fell Photography
Example of a classic kitchen design in Boston

Home design - transitional home design idea in Denver

Our 2020 New Year, New Roof Winners, Jim & Robin Manning of Falmouth, MA, love their new GAF roofing system! The couple was nominated by their daughter, Lilly, for our 5th Annual New Year, New Roof Giveaway. The Mannings were selected as one of our five finalists and the community voted online to choose the winner. The Manning family rallied the support of friends, family, and the Cape Cod community to help Robin and Jim take home almost half of the 5,500 votes. Thanks to a partnership between Care Free Homes and GAF Roofing, Robin & Jim received a GAF Timberline HD Roofing System in the color, Fox Hollow Grey, at absolutely no cost. With a factory-registered 50 Year Non-Prorated Roof Warranty and a 130 mph wind rating, the Manning’s roof is ready for any New England weather! After years of shingles blowing off into their yard, Robin & Jim finally have peace of mind. “It’s amazing…it’s already finished and a big wind storm came and I had no worries. We really do have a Care Free home.” said Robin. The Mannings developed an instant friendship with Care Free Homes Marketing Coordinator, Stephanie Pickup, who enjoyed several visits with the family. “The day Stephanie said she was going to come and take our photograph, I was a little nervous but then she came and I felt so comfortable….we felt so comfortable that I’m sad that Care Free Homes is in Fairhaven and not right next door to us.” chuckled Robin. Like most Care Free customers, Robin and Jim are already looking forward to future projects. “I started to think about other things we can do to our house so we can get them back here.” said Jim. Our team really enjoyed working with entire Manning family and we are so excited to share their roof’s transformation!

Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Denver

Spacecrafting

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.