Rich is a custom home builder with an emphasis on structural performance and energy efficiency. He is a Certified Master Builder building for over 20 years, in the resort mountain areas of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and now in the Orlando, Florida area for the last decade. Rich seamlessly blends different architectural details, energy performance, and hardened structures to create high performance luxury homes. He gives personal attention to "Easy Living Design" in order to create a home that can adapt to the aging homeowner making life more convenient, enjoyable, and safe. Rich works closely with his customers to ensure every detail, need, and expectation is exceeded. He has chosen a team of tradesmen that compliment his work and share the same work ethic and thoughts of delivering a quality product, and who desires to build lasting relationships with the homeowner long after their project is complete. Rich engages the homeowner throughout the entire building project to ensure that he educates them on products and methods that are compatible with their desired goals. Understanding that the financial goals of a project are of equal importance, Rich provides a detailed job cost budget, so the homeowners are given the opportunity to help guide their project financially.

Rich is a custom home builder with an emphasis on structural performance and energy efficiency. He is a Certified Master Builder building for over 20 years, in the resort mountain areas of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and now in the Orlando, Florida area for the last decade. Rich seamlessly blends different architectural details, energy performance, and hardened structures to create high performance luxury homes. He gives personal attention to "Easy Living Design" in order to create a home that can adapt to the aging homeowner making life more convenient, enjoyable, and safe. Rich works closely with his customers to ensure every detail, need, and expectation is exceeded. He has chosen a team of tradesmen that compliment his work and share the same work ethic and thoughts of delivering a quality product, and who desires to build lasting relationships with the homeowner long after their project is complete. Rich engages the homeowner throughout the entire building project to ensure that he educates them on products and methods that are compatible with their desired goals. Understanding that the financial goals of a project are of equal importance, Rich provides a detailed job cost budget, so the homeowners are given the opportunity to help guide their project financially.

Solid walnut counter with multi function sink. Polished nickel hardware with a water dispenser. Photo by tori aston
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped travertine floor eat-in kitchen idea in Houston with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, wood countertops, blue backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

New two story residence; Rear Elevation
Example of a large trendy two-story house exterior design in Los Angeles with a shingle roof and a black roof

Bathroom vanity detail of a ground-up new construction home in the Berkeley Hills, CA, as featured on America ByDesign on CBS. A dramatic large-aggregate multicolor terrazzo vanity with waterfall end panel - featuring oversized chips of coral, cream, sage green, and black against a dark matrix - wraps from countertop surface to front face in a single continuous slab, creating a bold sculptural statement that anchors the bathroom as its defining material moment. Integrated undermount white rectangular sink with wall-mounted white two-handle faucet set directly into the white plaster wall above. Floating walnut three-drawer cabinet with brushed metal bar pulls sits beside the terrazzo section, the warm timber providing an intentional material contrast to the graphic terrazzo. Frameless rectangular mirror with slim chrome frame above. A sculptural wood cylinder and globe pendant light on a black cord hangs to the left of the mirror. Small succulent in a black textured ceramic pot and amber glass soap dispenser on the counter. New Construction - Fold House - Berkeley Hills CA - CB Architecture + Design

Kitchen of a ground-up new construction home in the Berkeley Hills, CA, as featured on America ByDesign on CBS. Full-height terrazzo backsplash runs continuously from countertop to ceiling across the entire perimeter wall - a bold material statement that carries the terrazzo palette from the island through to the cooking zone in a single uninterrupted surface. Walnut flat-front upper and lower cabinetry with integrated brushed metal pulls, black induction cooktop, and integrated black oven. White terrazzo quartz island countertop with large-format undermount sink and matte white arched gooseneck faucet on the right. Slim cylinder pendant lights drop from birch plywood ceiling panels above. Through the kitchen opening, a white floating open-riser stair with oak laminated veneer lumber treads, glass panel railing, and white steel balustrade rises through the double-height volume — the lush built-in indoor garden of tropical ferns, and ground cover planting visible beneath the stair in a gravel bed. Fold House - Berkeley Hills CA - CB Architecture + Design

In the middle of the Australian desert this airport for a gold mine is designed based on three Aboriginal Symbols: Person – represented in the curved shape of the lounge building. Sand Hills – represented by the sitting area. Boomerang – shown in the parking and represented by the coming and going of passengers between the parking area and mine village. Additional, internally the building represents the interior of an airplane. After a useful life serving the mining community, the building can be disassembled into 38 similar pieces of thermally insulated pre-stressed concrete. In addition, the macro truss made from steel is easily movable to another site to restart a new service cycle. The structure is a self-supporting structure (without the use of columns), is removable, includes non-fixed portable interiors (including bathrooms) and can be 90% recycled for new use. For the environmental performance, the lounge is designed to not produce sewage. It is achieved by using a system of dry toilets, the energy will be taken from solar panels with ClearVue PV technology located in the double-glazed curtain wall. A ‘Canadian well’ merged with air cooling by a pressure change will be used to generate passive ventilation with the benefit of producing no greenhouse gases. The concrete will not be painted but instead hardeners will be used for the floor. The doors will be "Trend Windows Low E Glass Sliding door" rated at no air infiltration for airflow through a closed door.

This Chameleon Concepts Product Features: Color: Black Collection: Luxe Dimensions: 30" x 18" x 34" Material: Luxe vanities are manufactured using medium density fiberboard (MDF) and Beech wood. Finishing: Our lacquers are protected by extra hardeners to provide them with additional to resistance and wear. The interiors of our vanities are painted as well to achieve an overall elegance. Installation: Each vanity is wall hung using a unique metal bracket that is supplied. By integrating the installation bracket into the vanity, the load capacity for wall-hung vanity can reach 530lbs. Internal Hardware: Each vanity is outfitted with soft close sgildes The drawers are ultra slim and metallic to maximize their use and capacity. Tops, sinks and accessories sold separately.

Evening interior of a ground-up new construction home in the Berkeley Hills, CA, as featured on America ByDesign on CBS. The artificial lighting strategy of the Fold House is fully revealed at night. Full-height birch plywood wall panels absorb and reflect the warm interior light, the entire lower level becoming a single luminous volume of honey-toned timber. The complete social sequence is visible from the dining zone in the foreground - walnut dining table with green apple tray styling and leather dining chairs - through the reading nook with two charcoal upholstered wing chairs, round bouclé ottoman, and small round side table at center, through the living zone with bentwood oak lounge chairs and cognac leather sofa at right. Terrazzo waterfall island with cream bouclé counter stools visible at far left. White floating switchback stair with glass panel railing and tropical indoor garden with red banana plant glowing in warm backlight at the stair base. New Construction - Fold House - Berkeley Hills CA - CB Architecture + Design

In the middle of the Australian desert this airport for a gold mine is designed based on three Aboriginal Symbols: Person – represented in the curved shape of the lounge building. Sand Hills – represented by the sitting area. Boomerang – shown in the parking and represented by the coming and going of passengers between the parking area and mine village. Additional, internally the building represents the interior of an airplane. After a useful life serving the mining community, the building can be disassembled into 38 similar pieces of thermally insulated pre-stressed concrete. In addition, the macro truss made from steel is easily movable to another site to restart a new service cycle. The structure is a self-supporting structure (without the use of columns), is removable, includes non-fixed portable interiors (including bathrooms) and can be 90% recycled for new use. For the environmental performance, the lounge is designed to not produce sewage. It is achieved by using a system of dry toilets, the energy will be taken from solar panels with ClearVue PV technology located in the double-glazed curtain wall. A ‘Canadian well’ merged with air cooling by a pressure change will be used to generate passive ventilation with the benefit of producing no greenhouse gases. The concrete will not be painted but instead hardeners will be used for the floor. The doors will be "Trend Windows Low E Glass Sliding door" rated at no air infiltration for airflow through a closed door.

Sacramento River waterfront property. Freestanding pool wall with stone veneer. Dedicated planting spaces and area lighting. LED lit bubbling water features at the "Sun shelf" area in the pool.

Kitchen of a ground-up new construction home in the Berkeley Hills, CA, as featured on America ByDesign on CBS. Full-height terrazzo backsplash runs continuously from countertop to ceiling across the entire perimeter wall - a bold material statement that carries the terrazzo palette from the island through to the cooking zone in a single uninterrupted surface. Walnut flat-front upper and lower cabinetry with integrated brushed metal pulls, black induction cooktop, and integrated black oven. White terrazzo quartz island countertop with large-format undermount sink and matte white arched gooseneck faucet on the right. Slim cylinder pendant lights drop from birch plywood ceiling panels above. Through the kitchen opening, a white floating open-riser stair with oak laminated veneer lumber treads, glass panel railing, and white steel balustrade rises through the double-height volume — the lush built-in indoor garden of tropical ferns, and ground cover planting visible beneath the stair in a gravel bed. Fold House - Berkeley Hills CA - CB Architecture + Design

Fox Salcha Indoor/Outdoor Stacking Side Chair (Set of 2) Whether your style is country or coastal, the Salcha indoor-outdoor stacking side chair from Safavieh is a colorful solution to extra guest seating. Set of two Faux bamboo frame Weather resistant Suitable for indoor or outdoor use Care instructions: Store indoors or cover well when not in use Dust regularly with a small brush or vacuum Spills should be taken care of immediately, before they harden or stain, with a slightly dampened sponge Materials: Polyethylene Wicker, Aluminium Warranty: 30 Day Warranty Arms: Without Arms Furniture Grade: Residential Key Chair Features: Stackable Seating Type: Without Cushions Width: 18 inches Seat Width: 16.9 inches Seat Height: 17.3 inches Seat Depth: 17.3 inches Height: 34.6 inches BackToFront: 21.6 inches

In the middle of the Australian desert this airport for a gold mine is designed based on three Aboriginal Symbols: Person – represented in the curved shape of the lounge building. Sand Hills – represented by the sitting area. Boomerang – shown in the parking and represented by the coming and going of passengers between the parking area and mine village. Additional, internally the building represents the interior of an airplane. After a useful life serving the mining community, the building can be disassembled into 38 similar pieces of thermally insulated pre-stressed concrete. In addition, the macro truss made from steel is easily movable to another site to restart a new service cycle. The structure is a self-supporting structure (without the use of columns), is removable, includes non-fixed portable interiors (including bathrooms) and can be 90% recycled for new use. For the environmental performance, the lounge is designed to not produce sewage. It is achieved by using a system of dry toilets, the energy will be taken from solar panels with ClearVue PV technology located in the double-glazed curtain wall. A ‘Canadian well’ merged with air cooling by a pressure change will be used to generate passive ventilation with the benefit of producing no greenhouse gases. The concrete will not be painted but instead hardeners will be used for the floor. The doors will be "Trend Windows Low E Glass Sliding door" rated at no air infiltration for airflow through a closed door.

This Chameleon Concepts Product Features: Color: Navy Collection: Luxe Dimensions: 36" x 18" x 34" Material: Luxe vanities are manufactured using medium density fiberboard (MDF) and Beech wood. Finishing: Our lacquers are protected by extra hardeners to provide them with additional to resistance and wear. The interiors of our vanities are painted as well to achieve an overall elegance. Installation: Each vanity is wall hung using a unique metal bracket that is supplied. By integrating the installation bracket into the vanity, the load capacity for wall-hung vanity can reach 530lbs. Internal Hardware: Each vanity is outfitted with soft close sgildes The drawers are ultra slim and metallic to maximize their use and capacity. Tops, sinks and accessories sold separately.

Photo of a contemporary formal garden in DC Metro.

Example of a small classic 3/4 white tile and stone tile mosaic tile floor alcove shower design in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite countertops, a two-piece toilet and gray walls

This side yard area had a drainage problem, along with an in ground vegetable garden that was subject to animal browsing. The area was always wet and muddy and has a nearby basement window that was subject to flooding waters.

1. Removed Existing Overlay from Lead Walk (Approx 309sqft) 2. Removed Sealer and Color from Driveway. Expand Existing Driveway by 5 feet Remove section of driveway approach Expanded Approach by 5 feet (Approx 1,044 sqft) 3. Apply Stamped Concrete Overlay on Lead walkway, New and Existing Concrete Driveway (Approx 1,269 sqft) 4. Removed Sealer and Color from Pool Deck (Approx 2,878 sqft) 5. Applied Stamped Concrete Overlay on Pool Deck (Approx 2,878 sqft) 6. Removed and Replaced Deck-o-Seal around Pool Deck (Approx 208 sqft)......Salvatici's