Asymmetric spaces can be disconcerting so designer JoAnn Hartley and I came up with this free form solution.
Inspiration for a contemporary home office remodel in San Francisco

LiLu Interiors joined a team of industry professionals to pioneer a net zero energy consumption home in Minnesota. And together, they have made efficiency and sustainability feel right at home. The stunning creation of this client’s dream into reality harnesses more than enough electricity to sustain an entire residence, while also powering two vehicles. Not only is the home energy efficient, all finish and furnishing selections—along with plumbing, lighting, and hardware—were chosen with a conscious effort toward conservation, aging in place, and providing a healthy living environment. Which goes to show that protecting the world can begin inside our own front door. ------ Project designed by Minneapolis interior design studio LiLu Interiors. They serve the Minneapolis-St. Paul area including Wayzata, Edina, and Rochester, and they travel to the far-flung destinations that their upscale clientele own second homes in. ----- For more about LiLu Interiors, click here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/ ----- To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/blog/portfolio-items/energy-exquisite/

Wood floors can be a timeless, sophisticated, and breathtaking finishing touch to your home. With Mohawk Flooring's recent technology, you can have these beautiful floors in any room of your home. That is right! Any room. Any lifestyle. We have a wood flooring option for you. CAP Carpet & Flooring is the leading provider of flooring & area rugs in the Twin Cities. CAP Carpet & Flooring is a locally owned and operated company, and we pride ourselves on helping our customers feel welcome from the moment they walk in the door. We are your neighbors. We work and live in your community and understand your needs. You can expect the very best personal service on every visit to CAP Carpet & Flooring and value and warranties on every flooring purchase. Our design team has worked with homeowners, contractors and builders who expect the best. With over 30 years combined experience in the design industry, Angela, Sandy, Sunnie,Maria, Caryn and Megan will be able to help whether you are in the process of building, remodeling, or re-doing. Our design team prides itself on being well versed and knowledgeable on all the up to date products and trends in the floor covering industry as well as countertops, paint and window treatments. Their passion and knowledge is abundant, and we're confident you'll be nothing short of impressed with their expertise and professionalism. When you love your job, it shows: the enthusiasm and energy our design team has harnessed will bring out the best in your project. Make CAP Carpet & Flooring your first stop when considering any type of home improvement project- we are happy to help you every single step of the way.

Our clients were living with outdated, dark bathrooms in their newly purchased Falling Star home. The dull palette of warm neutrals did not reflect the couple’s East Coast traditional style. They noticed several renovation projects by JRP in the neighborhood. The professionalism and the process impressed them. After receiving a Pardon Our Dust courtesy letter from JRP, the couple decided to call for a consultation. Their wish list was clear. They wanted the Falling Star design to be light, airy, and white. It had to reflect their East Coast roots. Working with the original footprint, JRP completely transformed the space, creating a tranquil primary suite rich with traditional detail. The result is an effusive celebration of classic style. Now, the radiant rooms glow. To enlarge the primary closet, the JRP team removed a cluttered storage area. Inside, a separate dressing space is finished with upgraded storage and refined built-in cabinetry with recessed panels. Pops of glam such as Robert Abbey glass chandeliers and brilliant bits of chrome are moored by traditional elements like crown molding, porcelain tiles, and a quartz-clad drop-in soaking tub. Large windows in the primary bath and funnel skylights in the closet harness the natural light to stunning effect, sweeping the rooms with the cool feeling of fresh air. The “Sail Cloth” white paint adds soft depth to the uncomplicated elegance of both rooms. PROJECT DETAILS: • Style: Transitional • Countertops: Vadara Quartz – Calacatta Dorado • Cabinets: DeWils Recessed-panel, painted white • Hardware/Plumbing Fixture Finish: Chrome • Lighting Fixtures: Master Closet: Skylight Sun Tunnel Master Bath: Robert Abbey, Glass Chandelier • Flooring: Floor: Calacatta Dorado Porcelain Tiles w/Accent • Tile/Backsplash: Shower Surround: Ceramic Blanc/Crackle • Paint Colors: Master Bath & Closet: Dunn Edwards Sail Cloth Hall Bath: Benjamin Moore Ballet White • Other Details: Drop-in soaking Tub Photographer: J.R. Maddox

The Pumpkin Ridge Passive House harnesses the simplicity of Passive House design to deliver superb comfort and efficiency at minimal added construction cost. The Pumpkin Ridge Passive House is no more expensive to own on a monthly basis than a conventional custom home, when monthly energy costs are considered alongside mortgage, taxes and insurance. Yet the high performance green building will consume 90% less heating energy and offer exceptional comfort and indoor air quality. The project, designed by Scott Edwards Architecture and built by Hammer & Hand, is one of six homes in the Pacific Northwest to be featured by Northwest ENERGY STAR® as a demonstration super-efficient home. Photography by Jeff Amram.

The Pumpkin Ridge Passive House harnesses the simplicity of Passive House design to deliver superb comfort and efficiency at minimal added construction cost. The Pumpkin Ridge Passive House is no more expensive to own on a monthly basis than a conventional custom home, when monthly energy costs are considered alongside mortgage, taxes and insurance. Yet the high performance green building will consume 90% less heating energy and offer exceptional comfort and indoor air quality. The project, designed by Scott Edwards Architecture and built by Hammer & Hand, is one of six homes in the Pacific Northwest to be featured by Northwest ENERGY STAR® as a demonstration super-efficient home. Photography by Jeff Amram.

Children's bedroom wiith room for sleepovers. Architects: Morningside Architect, LLP Structural Engineers: Structural Consulting Co., Inc. Interior Designer: Lisa McCollam Designs LLC. Contractor: Gilbert Godbold Photo: HAR

Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in Chicago

This beautifully designed bathroom blends soft blue tones with champagne gold fixtures for a calm, elevated feel. A handcrafted solid wood vanity anchors the space, paired with a refined stone countertop that adds timeless elegance. Custom tilework surrounds the tub, showcasing authentic materials and thoughtful craftsmanship throughout. Warm metallic accents and clean lines create a spa-inspired atmosphere that feels both luxurious and inviting. Every detail was carefully chosen to deliver a serene, high-end retreat with lasting quality

- To move 3 appliances out and back in and install flooring beneath them. - To remove Glued down Engineered hardwood from main entrance, kitchen & dining room - To scrape and clean up glue residue left over from flooring removal from main entrance, kitchen & dining room - To install glued down Engineered Hardwood main entrance, kitchen & dining room - To install shoe molding - To Install 2x Transitions

The Pumpkin Ridge Passive House harnesses the simplicity of Passive House design to deliver superb comfort and efficiency at minimal added construction cost. The Pumpkin Ridge Passive House is no more expensive to own on a monthly basis than a conventional custom home, when monthly energy costs are considered alongside mortgage, taxes and insurance. Yet the high performance green building will consume 90% less heating energy and offer exceptional comfort and indoor air quality. The project, designed by Scott Edwards Architecture and built by Hammer & Hand, is one of six homes in the Pacific Northwest to be featured by Northwest ENERGY STAR® as a demonstration super-efficient home. Photography by Jeff Amram.

Architect: Morningside Architects, LLP Contractor: Ista Construction Inc. Photos: HAR
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman enclosed medium tone wood floor living room remodel in Houston with yellow walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a media wall

CAP Carpet & Flooring is the leading provider of flooring & area rugs in the Twin Cities. CAP Carpet & Flooring is a locally owned and operated company, and we pride ourselves on helping our customers feel welcome from the moment they walk in the door. We are your neighbors. We work and live in your community and understand your needs. You can expect the very best personal service on every visit to CAP Carpet & Flooring and value and warranties on every flooring purchase. Our design team has worked with homeowners, contractors and builders who expect the best. With over 30 years combined experience in the design industry, Angela, Sandy, Sunnie,Maria, Caryn and Megan will be able to help whether you are in the process of building, remodeling, or re-doing. Our design team prides itself on being well versed and knowledgeable on all the up to date products and trends in the floor covering industry as well as countertops, paint and window treatments. Their passion and knowledge is abundant, and we're confident you'll be nothing short of impressed with their expertise and professionalism. When you love your job, it shows: the enthusiasm and energy our design team has harnessed will bring out the best in your project. Make CAP Carpet & Flooring your first stop when considering any type of home improvement project- we are happy to help you every single step of the way.

Example of a trendy family room design in Stockholm

HAR listing: 9676247 Stately old-world European-inspired custom estate on 1.10 park-like acres just completed in Hunters Creek. Private & gated 125 foot driveway leads to architectural masterpiece. Master suites on 1st and 2nd floor, game room, home theater, full quarters, 1,000+ bottle climate controlled wine room, elevator, generator ready, pool, spa, hot tub, large covered porches & arbor, outdoor kitchen w/ pizza oven, stone circular driveway, custom carved stone fireplace mantels, planters and fountain. Call 281-252-6100 for more information about this home.

This beautiful living room features a large custom window as the centerpiece. As you start the design process for your dream home, consider adding large windows to the plans. Windows are an essential part of a home's architecture, and there are numerous styles and sizes from which to choose. Our expert project consultants and designers can also work with you to create a customized window solution as seen in this stunning OakWood custom home. Installing large, energy-efficient windows can elevate your interior design, regulate household temperature, improve your mood, create a climate for health-giving plants and improve your home’s resale value. You can harness all of these benefits with some thoughtful window planning!

Warm and vivacious Hamptons residence designed for discerning art collectors harnesses the property’s natural light, adorned by exclusive, one of a kind pieces that create uniquely charismatic and unexpected spaces. Photography by Thomas Loof.

Step into our captivating modern rustic dining room, a design masterpiece where moody elegance meets timeless charm. In this space, we've harnessed the transformative power of paint, using rich, nearly black hues to create a dramatic and intentional atmosphere. The focal point is a reclaimed English beam dining table, celebrating history and character. Paired with vintage Belgian chairs dressed in captivating patterns, the delicate balance of visual weight is achieved. A classic pendant light adds a touch of modernity while rustic accessories, artwork, rugs, and drapery soften the space, adding warmth, personality, and acoustics. The dark, glossy 'Inkwell' walls by Sherwin Williams provide a striking backdrop, enhancing the interplay of light and dark elements. Explore our dining room and discover design tips to craft your own modern rustic haven.

Veggene ble malt grå med en nyanse av orange for å få sammenheng med golvet. Taket ble beiset hvitt. Møblene som er brukt, hadde jeg allerede. Lampene, golvteppet og sengeteppet er nytt. Jeg synes det er tilfredstillende å bruke det man har, og bygge interiøret rundt dette.