This client used our services to help them finesse their space. They said it felt unfinished and needed more of their personality. They had some existing pieces but needed to replace some and add in new pieces, and then pull it all together. We helped with furniture selection, and art and accessory placement, framing and lighting. They loved the sectional we helped them design, but they really wanted to keep the area in front of the sofa open as their little boy loved to play there. We suggested a custom ottoman to slide into the existing bookcase to give them an option for a place to put their feet up, to place a tray on, or for extra seating for guests. We also suggested the nesting tables for additional flexible surfaces. The client owned the two rugs, and the vintage chair, so we helped them figure out how to work the existing pieces in their new home and what else to bring in. We also helped them accessorize and display the art. We suggested the wallpaper in the back of the existing bookcases to add in more texture and warmth to the space.

Once the backsplash was installed, the whole kitchen came together. I suggested a beveled, glossy subway tile with black grout. Beveled tiles give subtle visual dimension, as well as some sparkle. The glossy finish also helps with this. I suggested something glossy for the backsplash because of the leathered finish of the granite countertop; it provides a beautiful contrast. I suggested black grout because my clients desired a farmhouse style kitchen. Black grout creates visual interest and provides separation between tiles.

Greg Riegler Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional open concept kitchen remodel in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white backsplash, beige walls and an island

Sarah Reynolds
Minimalist home office photo in Dublin

Kids' room - coastal carpeted and beige floor kids' room idea in DC Metro with white walls

If your're in love with New Carrara Quartz matched with a white cabinet, might we suggest doing a dark floor. It helps ground the room.
Mid-sized elegant l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

This is the first room people see when they come into her home and she wanted it to make a statement but also be warm and inviting. Just before entering the living room was an entry rotunda. We added a round entry table with scrolled iron accents to introduce the Tuscan feel with an elegant light fixture above. Going into the living room, we warmed up the color scheme and added pops of color with a rich purple. Next we brought in some new furniture pieces and even added more chairs for seating. Adding a new custom fireplace mantel to carry in the woodwork from other areas in the house made the fireplace more of a statement piece in the room, and keeping with the style she loved we made some slight changes on the draperies and brought them up to open the windows and give the room more height. Accessories and wall décor helped to polish off the look and our client was so happy with the end result.

Crystal reflects elegant design and has a classic appeal. The use of just a little crystal helps to create or reinforce a focal point that draws the eye and suggests a romantic, magical intimacy that no other material can match.

Photo by Amanda Kirkpatrick
Living room - industrial living room idea in Austin

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall black floor and marble floor dedicated laundry room remodel in Vancouver with white cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer/dryer, white countertops, recessed-panel cabinets and quartz countertops

A fun, hip kitchen with a mid-century modern vibe. The homeowners wanted a kitchen to make them happy. We think you can't help but smile! NEXT Project Studio Jerry Voloski

The owners of this home came to us with a plan to build a new high-performance home that physically and aesthetically fit on an infill lot in an old well-established neighborhood in Bellingham. The Craftsman exterior detailing, Scandinavian exterior color palette, and timber details help it blend into the older neighborhood. At the same time the clean modern interior allowed their artistic details and displayed artwork take center stage. We started working with the owners and the design team in the later stages of design, sharing our expertise with high-performance building strategies, custom timber details, and construction cost planning. Our team then seamlessly rolled into the construction phase of the project, working with the owners and Michelle, the interior designer until the home was complete. The owners can hardly believe the way it all came together to create a bright, comfortable, and friendly space that highlights their applied details and favorite pieces of art. Photography by Radley Muller Photography​ Design by Deborah Todd Building Design Services Interior Design by Spiral Studios​

Jim Westphalen
Example of a mid-sized trendy brown one-story wood gable roof design in Burlington with a metal roof

We help clients visualize paint choices and offer suggestions to make sure the style of their house fits their view. This beach house is subtle overall but offers some fun kick through accent colors and greenery around the house.

Our clients desired an organic and airy look for their kitchen and living room areas. Our team began by painting the entire home a creamy white and installing all new white oak floors throughout. The former dark wood kitchen cabinets were removed to make room for the new light wood and white kitchen. The clients originally requested an "all white" kitchen, but the designer suggested bringing in light wood accents to give the kitchen some additional contrast. The wood ceiling cloud helps to anchor the space and echoes the new wood ceiling beams in the adjacent living area. To further incorporate the wood into the design, the designer framed each cabinetry wall with white oak "frames" that coordinate with the wood flooring. Woven barstools, textural throw pillows and olive trees complete the organic look. The original large fireplace stones were replaced with a linear ripple effect stone tile to add modern texture. Cozy accents and a few additional furniture pieces were added to the clients existing sectional sofa and chairs to round out the casually sophisticated space.

Wing Wong/ Memories TTL
Mid-sized arts and crafts white tile porcelain tile and multicolored floor bathroom photo in New York with furniture-like cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops, a hinged shower door and gray countertops

Sunset Construction and Design specializes in creating residential patio retreats, outdoor kitchens with fireplaces and luxurious outdoor living rooms. Our design-build service can turn an ordinary back yard into a natural extension of your home giving you a whole new dimension for entertaining or simply unwinding at the end of the day. Today, almost any activity you enjoy inside your home you can bring to the outside. Depending on your budget, your outdoor room can be simple, with a stamped concrete patio, a grill and a table for dining, or more elaborate with a fully functional outdoor kitchen complete with concrete countertops for preparing and serving food, a sink and a refrigerator. You can take the concept even further by adding such amenities as a concrete pizza oven, a fireplace or fire-pit, a concrete bar-top for serving cocktails, an architectural concrete fountain, landscape lighting and concrete statuary. Cooking Something to cook with, such as a barbecue grill or wood-fired pizza oven, and countertops for food preparation and serving are key elements in a well-designed outdoor kitchen. Concrete countertops offer the advantages of weather resistance and versatility, since they can be formed into any shape you desire to suit the space. A coat of sealer will simplify cleanup by protecting your countertop from stains. Other amenities, such as concrete bar-tops and outdoor sinks with plumbing, can expand your entertainment options. Hearth Wood-burning or gas fireplaces, fire pits, chimineas and portable patio heaters extend the enjoyment of outdoor living well into the evening while creating a cozy conversation area for people to gather around. If you’re interested in converting a boring back yard or starting from scratch in a new home, look us up! A great patio and outdoor living area can easily be yours. Greg, Sunset Construction & Design in Fresno, CA.

Troy Thies
Large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Minneapolis with granite countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, a double-bowl sink, open cabinets and subway tile backsplash

Inspiration for a farmhouse full sun gravel vegetable garden landscape in Atlanta.