Taking inspiration from the offices of architects from a bygone era, the Hughes collection is made of 90% reclaimed pine and delivers today's functionality with an inspired historical design. Hughes features an array of occasional and dining selections in a stripped down and raw finish.

Mike Panello
Example of a large 1950s u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The new back entry is a fantastic improvement in both the appearance and function of the home.
Mid-sized traditional beige two-story vinyl gable roof idea in Cleveland

A fun adaptation of a linen fold panel and carved spandrel over an oven. It functions as a the cover for the hood/exhaust.
Kitchen - traditional kitchen idea in Dallas

Fully funcitonal Farm-All alarm clocks serve as art and function. Matthews double fan. Photos~ Nat Rea
Dining room - cottage dining room idea

This 100-year-old kitchen was thoughtfully reimagined to balance modern functionality with historic charm. Warm mushroom cabinetry, handcrafted tile, polished nickel fixtures, dark walnut shelving, and collected antiques create a timeless, layered aesthetic that feels both fresh and deeply rooted in the home's history. Every detail was carefully considered to preserve character while improving the way the space functions for everyday living.

Renovation of this remarkable 1936 Monte Copper Tudor demonstrates how we sensitively transform historic homes to beautifully perform in contemporary life. The challenge was to connect first floor spaces, including the kitchen; dining room; and a lower family room added in a previous addition. The family room received thoughtful and appropriate detailing along with a graceful and functional two-sided bar element linking it with the kitchen. The kitchen was expanded and reimagined with a seamless addition. Diagonal views and openings allow all the rooms to function as a connected whole.

The Historic Home lies at the heart of Michael Carter’s passion for interior design. Well versed in the academics of period architecture and antiques, Carter continues to be called on to bring fresh and inspiring ideas to historic properties that are undergoing restoration or redecoration. It is never the goal to have these homes feel like museums. Instead, Carter & Company strives to blend the function of contemporary life with design ideas that are appropriate – they respect the past in a way that is stylish, timeless and elegant.

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Small elegant red two-story brick gable roof photo in Toronto with a shingle roof

A historic rowhouse needed a major overhaul for modern efficiency and functionality. Opening up the downstairs, adding a half bath, finishing off the basement and modernizing bathrooms in the upstairs of the home made it fit for a 21st century family while keeping its historic charm.

The Historic Home lies at the heart of Michael Carter’s passion for interior design. Well versed in the academics of period architecture and antiques, Carter continues to be called on to bring fresh and inspiring ideas to historic properties that are undergoing restoration or redecoration. It is never the goal to have these homes feel like museums. Instead, Carter & Company strives to blend the function of contemporary life with design ideas that are appropriate – they respect the past in a way that is stylish, timeless and elegant.

Vallejo Street San Francisco, CA While restoring the historic front façade, the remodel of this Pacific Heights residence modernizes its layout and takes advantage of expansive views of the Bay and Golden Gate Bridge. The project blends the historic character of the original façade with improved functionality and modern, yet warm, materials. Photographer: ©Joe Fletcher

Bringing light and more functionality to a 20 year old kitchen was the goal for this extensive remodel. The homeowner worked with Kitchen Designer, Amanda Ortendahl of our North Attleboro location to update what was a dark wood G-shaped kitchen they had installed when they built the home 20 years earlier. The new design incorporates a large working island with ample seating for entertaining, homework and casual meals. The cabinets incorporate substantial crown molding and soar all the way to the ceiling adding to the feeling of height and spaciousness. The cabinets are all by Fieldstone Cabinetry. The perimeter cabinets are a painted finish in the color White. The island, hood and wine bar are Rattan Stain on walnut wood. The countertop and backsplash are Brunello Element Quartz. The plumbing fixtures are the Litze collection from Brizo in Luxe Gold. The coordinating hardware is from Top Knobs in their Honey Bronze finish. Remodel by Maynard Construction BRC, Inc. Photography by Erin Little

A historic row house in the museum district of Richmond, VA was renovated from the studs up. Many of its original elements were restored while functional, eco-friendly and efficient modern updates were implemented. An open concept main floor, three bright bedrooms upstairs with brand new bathrooms and a fully finished basement/den made this a brand new home, but with character and history built in.

A fun adaptation of a linen fold panel and carved spandrel over an oven. It functions as a the cover for the hood/exhaust.
Elegant kitchen photo in Dallas

The original galley was replaced by an open floor plan kitchen. Not only is it beautiful, but it's very functional with floor to ceiling storage around the refrigerator.

The homeowner's goal was to design a kitchen that seamlessly blended modern functionality with the historical charm of the home. The kitchen features a harmonious blend of rustic charm and modern sophistication. The space boasts warm wood tones, brass accents, and a professional-grade, creating a perfect blend of function and style.

Photo: Faith Towers © 2016 Houzz
Living room - cottage living room idea in Boston

Summary of Scope: gut renovation/reconfiguration of kitchen, coffee bar, mudroom, powder room, 2 kids baths, guest bath, master bath and dressing room, kids study and playroom, study/office, laundry room, restoration of windows, adding wallpapers and window treatments Background/description: The house was built in 1908, my clients are only the 3rd owners of the house. The prior owner lived there from 1940s until she died at age of 98! The old home had loads of character and charm but was in pretty bad condition and desperately needed updates. The clients purchased the home a few years ago and did some work before they moved in (roof, HVAC, electrical) but decided to live in the house for a 6 months or so before embarking on the next renovation phase. I had worked with the clients previously on the wife's office space and a few projects in a previous home including the nursery design for their first child so they reached out when they were ready to start thinking about the interior renovations. The goal was to respect and enhance the historic architecture of the home but make the spaces more functional for this couple with two small kids. Clients were open to color and some more bold/unexpected design choices. The design style is updated traditional with some eclectic elements. An early design decision was to incorporate a dark colored french range which would be the focal point of the kitchen and to do dark high gloss lacquered cabinets in the adjacent coffee bar, and we ultimately went with dark green.