The remodeled kitchen features recycled glass tiling that immediately draws you into the space and the lightly colored, frameless bamboo cabinetry brightens the room. The main island was shaped and designed to draw you through the space and act as a preparation area for the green drinks and smoothies the homeowner makes on a daily basis and uses to show her clients how to maintain higher levels of nutrition. The flooring reflects the modern lighting and is made of cork which is ethically harvested. Every last detail is meticulously addressed including the curved knobs and recycled glass teal knobs. One of the drawers near the center island opens up and holds a composter underneath. There is also an urban cultivator that allows the owner to grow and cut fresh herbs and delight in the convenience of the location. The kitchen is perfected and the owner utilizes the kitchen with ease leading to an increase in overall functionality. The look delights every visitor, with a contemporary oasis the owner is completely in love with. The owner is featured with her completed wheatgrass juices that are now easily concocted on her new kitchen island. Photos: Dan Cutrona Photography Canyon Creek Cabinetry

The open floor plan in this Lake Gaston lake house allows a clear view of the lake from anywhere in the common living space. White cabinetry and backsplash keep it light and bright while the large plank hardwoods add warmth. We used Medallion Cabinetry in this space. This kitchen is stationed for a crowd to work in. The chef has the center, a helper can man the ovens and prep, there is a beverage counter with sink, beverage fridge, icemaker and hidden coffee and liquor cabinet allowing 4 people to comfortable work in the same space while leaving room on the back of the island and on the peninsula for eating and serving. Photos by Tad Davis Photography

I was hired by my previous employer, Corvallis Custom Kitchens and Baths to assist these homeowners with all of the materials, fixtures and finish choices to complete this master bathroom remodel. Brian Egan, owner and designer at CCKB in Sept 2017, since retired), designed this aging-in-place, accessible shower (previously a shower and separate soaker tub) for the clients who reside in an over 55 community here in Corvallis. Large format 12x24 unpolished Crossville Kosmos Moonstruck tile was chosen for the bathroom floor and the shower walls to minimize grout lines. For the shower floor/pan small 1x1 DalTile Keystones Marble color tile was used to aid in making the floor feel extra slip resistant as the Keystones tiles do not have grittier feeling surface than porcelain tile. For safety and a non-industrial look, Moen Align chrome designer grab bars were installed in the shower and toilet room. The handshower and rainshower head system by Grohe beautifully combines the 2 systems in one unit called Retrofit 160. To allow the homeowners to turn the shower on and warm up without them having to step in the direct spray of the shower head, the controls were placed under the window near the shower entry. This would also allow a helper to assist anyone using the shower in the future should the need arise. A linear drain was installed to pull water away from the zero threshold shower entry. Installing a linear shower drain allows for a no threshold shower which can allow for the shower to be accessible with a walker or roll-in with a wheelchair as the shower was designed almost 40" wide. The homeowners were thrilled with the transformation of their bathroom. The design and material choices fit their tastes and needs perfectly. Now they can continue to age in place and not worry about how they would be able to bathe if something were to decrease their mobility. Photos by: H. Needham

Modern farmhouse with a more feminine touch - white shaker cabinets Photographer: Michael Hunter Photography
Large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, blue backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

his executive residence stands apart with striking design elements rarely found elsewhere. From the moment you step inside, you're met with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the home in natural light from morning to night even on the dullest of days. The space is artfully constructed around light, volume, and flow, with four open skylights on the second level pouring light through to the main floor a brilliant and intentional design choice that enhances connection across the homes two storeys.The main floor is a showpiece of sophisticated living and entertaining, anchored by a sleek chefs kitchen featuring a built-in wine rack, ample custom cabinetry, and an inspiring layout. Thoughtful touches like the second-level office nook provide a balance of form and function for modern living. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a serene principal retreat with a spa-inspired ensuite a space designed to relax, restore, and rejuvenate.The fully legal lower-level suite offers unmatched versatility and style. With heated floors, oversized windows, a separate entrance and HVAC system, and a walkout to a private sitting area, its an ideal in-law suite, guest retreat, or luxurious mortgage helper perfect for multigenerational families or discerning investors. Located in a warm, established, and community-oriented neighbourhood where families put down roots for generations

his executive residence stands apart with striking design elements rarely found elsewhere. From the moment you step inside, you're met with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the home in natural light from morning to night even on the dullest of days. The space is artfully constructed around light, volume, and flow, with four open skylights on the second level pouring light through to the main floor a brilliant and intentional design choice that enhances connection across the homes two storeys.The main floor is a showpiece of sophisticated living and entertaining, anchored by a sleek chefs kitchen featuring a built-in wine rack, ample custom cabinetry, and an inspiring layout. Thoughtful touches like the second-level office nook provide a balance of form and function for modern living. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a serene principal retreat with a spa-inspired ensuite a space designed to relax, restore, and rejuvenate.The fully legal lower-level suite offers unmatched versatility and style. With heated floors, oversized windows, a separate entrance and HVAC system, and a walkout to a private sitting area, its an ideal in-law suite, guest retreat, or luxurious mortgage helper perfect for multigenerational families or discerning investors. Located in a warm, established, and community-oriented neighbourhood where families put down roots for generations

his executive residence stands apart with striking design elements rarely found elsewhere. From the moment you step inside, you're met with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the home in natural light from morning to night even on the dullest of days. The space is artfully constructed around light, volume, and flow, with four open skylights on the second level pouring light through to the main floor a brilliant and intentional design choice that enhances connection across the homes two storeys.The main floor is a showpiece of sophisticated living and entertaining, anchored by a sleek chefs kitchen featuring a built-in wine rack, ample custom cabinetry, and an inspiring layout. Thoughtful touches like the second-level office nook provide a balance of form and function for modern living. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a serene principal retreat with a spa-inspired ensuite a space designed to relax, restore, and rejuvenate.The fully legal lower-level suite offers unmatched versatility and style. With heated floors, oversized windows, a separate entrance and HVAC system, and a walkout to a private sitting area, its an ideal in-law suite, guest retreat, or luxurious mortgage helper perfect for multigenerational families or discerning investors. Located in a warm, established, and community-oriented neighbourhood where families put down roots for generations

Modern, bright one-bedroom basement suite that includes a dishwasher, in-suite laundry and a full washroom. Eight feet high ceilings and a lot of storage make this a great mortgage helper or in-law suite.

Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form Functionality of floor plan Environmental considerations (energy, comfort, health) Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices Natural-stone façades, mullioned windows, and aggregate sidewalks/paths pay homage to site’s heritage as historic family farm replaced by socially-aware, urban-chic residence. Columns framing front-door appear to be decorative, but actually provided cross-venting. Basement includes 3-bedroom/2-bath legal suite with its own hot-water heating and mechanical system. Easily converted to a strata unit in the future if desired. Mortgage-helper for now, retirement planning for the future. Natural-stone siding (3x-3-inch square) is labour intensive to install but meets clients’ desire for high-end, castle-inspired look. Extra-wide baseboards and wainscot throughout balance high-profile crown-molding. Entertainment style kitchen is ready to greet guests with expansive island featuring casual eating-bar on two sides, plenty of space to spread out a buffet of appies when guests come calling, and funky Olympic-inspired, five-ring chandeliers. After all, you know it, the best parties still end up in the kitchen. Two-tone grey-on-white colour palette on gloss cabinets is eye-catching combination of modern minimalism and timeless tradition...and easy-to-clean. 3x3-foot marble-look porcelain floor-tile throughout main-floor adds modern elegance Master suite with cleverly-designed, generously-sized sleeping/bathing space, full-width east-facing balcony away from busy traffic, plus an efficiently-designed walk-in closet. Ensuite includes a two-person shower with warm, soft-touch porcelain tile (dramatic in dark texture with vertical racing-stripe of glass-mosaic tile), both rain-head and handheld shower options, and body sprays. Plenty of room for a retreat for one or an efficient rush out the door for two. W/D intelligently located on bedroom-level: convenient for every generation. Soundproof windows. Engineered, white-oak hardwood flooring throughout. Built to PassiveHaus standards (certification pending), high-level environmental-savvy features include state-of-the-art Lifebreath HRV (removes bacteria from interior air), radiant in-floor heating, and on-demand, tankless hot-water. EV-charger for two vehicles.

Luxury home construction, two story, 4 bedrooms, den, 4 ½ baths, with guest suite and helpers quarters dining, great room, study, swimming pool and patio. Build by: Edgewater Development Ltd. Photographed by: Real Life

Cultured Marble showers are easy to customize. Sheets can be made, cut and drilled to fit any shape and size. This can be seen in this shower that was added to a angled space under the stairs. Shannon Flickinger - Bath Helpers

Exterior: architectural character, curb appeal and integration of the project into its setting Interior: creative and innovative use of space including architectural detail and form Functionality of floor plan Environmental considerations (energy, comfort, health) Construction details/techniques to achieve industry best practices Natural-stone façades, mullioned windows, and aggregate sidewalks/paths pay homage to site’s heritage as historic family farm replaced by socially-aware, urban-chic residence. Columns framing front-door appear to be decorative, but actually provided cross-venting. Basement includes 3-bedroom/2-bath legal suite with its own hot-water heating and mechanical system. Easily converted to a strata unit in the future if desired. Mortgage-helper for now, retirement planning for the future. Natural-stone siding (3x-3-inch square) is labour intensive to install but meets clients’ desire for high-end, castle-inspired look. Extra-wide baseboards and wainscot throughout balance high-profile crown-molding. Entertainment style kitchen is ready to greet guests with expansive island featuring casual eating-bar on two sides, plenty of space to spread out a buffet of appies when guests come calling, and funky Olympic-inspired, five-ring chandeliers. After all, you know it, the best parties still end up in the kitchen. Two-tone grey-on-white colour palette on gloss cabinets is eye-catching combination of modern minimalism and timeless tradition...and easy-to-clean. 3x3-foot marble-look porcelain floor-tile throughout main-floor adds modern elegance Master suite with cleverly-designed, generously-sized sleeping/bathing space, full-width east-facing balcony away from busy traffic, plus an efficiently-designed walk-in closet. Ensuite includes a two-person shower with warm, soft-touch porcelain tile (dramatic in dark texture with vertical racing-stripe of glass-mosaic tile), both rain-head and handheld shower options, and body sprays. Plenty of room for a retreat for one or an efficient rush out the door for two. W/D intelligently located on bedroom-level: convenient for every generation. Soundproof windows. Engineered, white-oak hardwood flooring throughout. Built to PassiveHaus standards (certification pending), high-level environmental-savvy features include state-of-the-art Lifebreath HRV (removes bacteria from interior air), radiant in-floor heating, and on-demand, tankless hot-water. EV-charger for two vehicles.

Cultured Marble showers are easy to customize. Sheets can be made, cut and drilled to fit any shape and size. This can be seen in this shower that was added to a angled space under the stairs. Shannon Flickinger - Bath Helpers

his executive residence stands apart with striking design elements rarely found elsewhere. From the moment you step inside, you're met with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the home in natural light from morning to night even on the dullest of days. The space is artfully constructed around light, volume, and flow, with four open skylights on the second level pouring light through to the main floor a brilliant and intentional design choice that enhances connection across the homes two storeys.The main floor is a showpiece of sophisticated living and entertaining, anchored by a sleek chefs kitchen featuring a built-in wine rack, ample custom cabinetry, and an inspiring layout. Thoughtful touches like the second-level office nook provide a balance of form and function for modern living. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a serene principal retreat with a spa-inspired ensuite a space designed to relax, restore, and rejuvenate.The fully legal lower-level suite offers unmatched versatility and style. With heated floors, oversized windows, a separate entrance and HVAC system, and a walkout to a private sitting area, its an ideal in-law suite, guest retreat, or luxurious mortgage helper perfect for multigenerational families or discerning investors. Located in a warm, established, and community-oriented neighbourhood where families put down roots for generations

his executive residence stands apart with striking design elements rarely found elsewhere. From the moment you step inside, you're met with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the home in natural light from morning to night even on the dullest of days. The space is artfully constructed around light, volume, and flow, with four open skylights on the second level pouring light through to the main floor a brilliant and intentional design choice that enhances connection across the homes two storeys.The main floor is a showpiece of sophisticated living and entertaining, anchored by a sleek chefs kitchen featuring a built-in wine rack, ample custom cabinetry, and an inspiring layout. Thoughtful touches like the second-level office nook provide a balance of form and function for modern living. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a serene principal retreat with a spa-inspired ensuite a space designed to relax, restore, and rejuvenate.The fully legal lower-level suite offers unmatched versatility and style. With heated floors, oversized windows, a separate entrance and HVAC system, and a walkout to a private sitting area, its an ideal in-law suite, guest retreat, or luxurious mortgage helper perfect for multigenerational families or discerning investors. Located in a warm, established, and community-oriented neighbourhood where families put down roots for generations

It is a good idea to install handy grab bars around a bathtub or in the shower. In our studio, we’ve provided a spacious shower that can accommodate a wheelchair or helper, as well as a fold-down seat for anyone who may want to sit down in the shower.

Boot Bench Area with our Big Helper!!
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley porcelain tile and multicolored floor dedicated laundry room remodel in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, subway tile backsplash, white walls and a stacked washer/dryer

Bright white kitchen with plenty of room for helpers. Gray subway tile backsplash with chrome pot filler, corner pantry and gas top stove.
Kitchen pantry - large contemporary galley ceramic tile and brown floor kitchen pantry idea in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

his executive residence stands apart with striking design elements rarely found elsewhere. From the moment you step inside, you're met with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the home in natural light from morning to night even on the dullest of days. The space is artfully constructed around light, volume, and flow, with four open skylights on the second level pouring light through to the main floor a brilliant and intentional design choice that enhances connection across the homes two storeys.The main floor is a showpiece of sophisticated living and entertaining, anchored by a sleek chefs kitchen featuring a built-in wine rack, ample custom cabinetry, and an inspiring layout. Thoughtful touches like the second-level office nook provide a balance of form and function for modern living. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a serene principal retreat with a spa-inspired ensuite a space designed to relax, restore, and rejuvenate.The fully legal lower-level suite offers unmatched versatility and style. With heated floors, oversized windows, a separate entrance and HVAC system, and a walkout to a private sitting area, its an ideal in-law suite, guest retreat, or luxurious mortgage helper perfect for multigenerational families or discerning investors. Located in a warm, established, and community-oriented neighbourhood where families put down roots for generations