Katie Johnson
Inspiration for a mid-sized southwestern formal and open concept living room remodel in Albuquerque with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

These South Shore of Boston homeowners desired a larger kitchen as their existing had limited space to host family events and entertain guests – they turned to Renovisions to help transform their small, outdated kitchen with separate walk-in pantry into a beautiful, open and spacious inspirational room. Choosing the right cabinetry for the room and how to meet the needs of the client was critical to the overall success of this design. A traditional style was the framework of the home and the flat paneled doors on the white painted cabinetry support this aspect. Going vertical as possible with cabinets is a trend here to stay; keeping with that idea, we recommended the graceful tall pantry cabinet that flanks one side of the kitchen. This not only lends to an eye-appealing furniture-look, but adds significant storage space, allowing the cabinets to store items they may not use on a regular basis. In this case, the clients are amazed with the amount of storage they’ve gained and one that provides easy access to all interior items. Every inch of space was key to create this optimally functional kitchen. Must-haves such as tray dividers above the refrigerator are handy and the double pull-out trash/recycling bins on the right side of the sink were a simple and clean way to gain floor space and conceal unsightly trash. The focal point of this kitchen is the expansive, soft-grey colored contrasting island with larger, deeper drawers for pots, pans and platters. The client was excited to switch to an induction chef-series range that featured a divided oven that can accommodate two different temperatures. Fit and finish is important in any renovation and this certainly holds true in this kitchen project to personalize their space. The custom recessed panel columns with wainscot details add an architectural element that ties into the kitchen cabinet design and Carrera-look quartz countertops which provide a stunning classical look that ties nicely with the overall traditional style. These homeowners are excited to show off their open and spacious Renovision! “We really enjoyed our new kitchen and it’s amazing improvement over the holidays. We got rave reviews from all of our guests!” Steve & Mary S. (Duxbury)

The planning phase of this modern retreat was an intense collaboration that took place over the course of more than two years. While the initial design concept exceeded the clients' expectations, it also exceeded their budget beyond the point of comfort. The next several months were spent modifying the design, in attempts to lower the budget. Ultimately, the decision was made that they would hold off on the project until they could budget for the original design, rather than compromising the vision. About a year later, we repeated that same process, which resulted in the same outcome. After another year-long hiatus, we met once again. We revisited design thoughts, each of us bringing to the table new ideas and options. Each thought simply solidified the fact that the initial vision was absolutely what we all wanted to see come to fruition, and the decision was finally made to move forward. The main challenge of the site was elevation. The Southeast corner of the lot stands 5'6" above the threshold of the rear door, while the Northeast corner dropped a full 2' below the threshold of the door. The backyard was also long and narrow, sloping side-to-side and toward the house. The key to the design concept was to deftly place the project into the slope and utilize the elevation changes, without allowing them to dominate the yard, or overwhelm the senses. The unseen challenge on this project came in the form of hitting every underground issue possible. We had to relocate the sewer main, the gas line, and the electrical service; and since rock was sitting about 6" below the surface, all of these had to be chiseled through many feet of dense rock, adding to our projected timeline and budget. As you enter the space, your first stop is an outdoor living area. Smooth finished concrete, colored to match the 'Leuder' limestone coping, has a subtle saw-cut pattern aligned with the edges of the recessed fire pit. In small spaces, it is important to consider a multi-purpose approach. So, the recessed fire pit has been fitted with an aluminum cover that allows our client to set up tables and chairs for entertaining, right over the top of the fire pit. From here, it;s two steps up to the pool elevation, and the floating 'Leuder' limestone stepper pads that lead across the pool and hide the dam wall of the flush spa. The main retaining wall to the Southeast is a poured concrete wall with an integrated sheer descent waterfall into the spa. To bring in some depth and texture, a 'Brownstone' ledgestone was used to face both the dropped beam on the pool, and the raised beam of the water feature wall. The main water feature is comprised of five custom made stainless steel scuppers, supplied by a dedicated booster pump. Colored concrete stepper pads lead to the 'Ipe' wood deck at the far end of the pool. The placement of this wood deck allowed us to minimize our use of retaining walls on the Northeast end of the yard, since it drops off over three feet below the elevation of the pool beam. One of the most unique features on this project has to be the structure over the dining area. With a unique combination of steel and wood, the clean modern aesthetic of this structure creates a visual stamp in the space that standard structure could not accomplish. 4" steel posts, painted charcoal grey, are set on an angle, 4' into the bedrock, to anchor the structure. Steel I-beams painted in green-yellow color--aptly called "frolic"--act as the base to the hefty cedar rafters of the roof structure, which has a slight pitch toward the rear. A hidden gutter on the back of the roof sends water down a copper rain chain, and into the drainage system. The backdrop for both this dining area , as well as the living area, is the horizontal screen panel, created with alternating sizes of cedar planks, stained to a calm hue of dove grey.

A happy paint color to make those heavy loads more fun! Shar Sitter
Country single-wall porcelain tile dedicated laundry room photo with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, green walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Rikki Snyder
Inspiration for a huge farmhouse open concept light wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a concealed tv

Regan Wood Photography
Entry hall - transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor entry hall idea in New York with blue walls and a medium wood front door

If you like the look of Marble (but not the headaches) than LG's Quartz "Rococo" would be a great fit for your kitchen.
Mid-sized mountain style galley eat-in kitchen photo with an undermount sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Anthony Rich
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped dark wood floor wet bar photo in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash and porcelain backsplash

From the beach to the shower is the way to live. Here is a custom built wood outdoor shower with a bench on a solid concrete slab that is properly drained. It even has a lower faucet for washing the dog after a play on the beach.

Home gym, basketball court, and play area.
Inspiration for a huge timeless light wood floor and beige floor indoor basketball/tennis/multi-game court remodel in Detroit with white walls

photography: Paul Grdina
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen remodel in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Elegant master gray tile gray floor freestanding bathtub photo in Grand Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door

David Zimand Photography
Living room - contemporary formal living room idea in New York with white walls and a standard fireplace

Super modern kitchen with Farmhouse rustic charm. Floating shelves, galvanized island pendants Shar Sitter
Example of a farmhouse u-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen design with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Holland Photography
Example of a transitional kitchen design in Seattle

Glitz and Glamour from bubbles on the ceiling, bling around the sconces. A modern shower for the morning and a claw foot tub for the evening. Shar Sitter

Large transitional formal and open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room photo in Minneapolis with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Erica Lugbill designed this primary bathroom to be an oasis after a long day. Featuring double sinks and mirrors, plenty of storage and a free standing tub, this primary bathroom is causally elegant.

Fun and ample space for the kiddos Shar Sitter
Farmhouse kids' gray tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile claw-foot bathtub photo with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and blue walls