Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped porcelain tile and white floor enclosed kitchen idea in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

This compact DC kitchen was in dire need of space saving tricks and we used several. The kitchen features two tip-on toe kick drawers, sink tilt out, lazy susan, blind corner cabinet and custom vertical wood dividers over the frig. The original kitchen layout was L shaped because space did not allow for full depth base cabinets on the right wall. Problem solved -- we simply built cabinets that were 18" deep which still provide loads of storage as well as much needed counter top space.

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This contraption is one of our many innovative problem-solving designs. In the corner you can see the scarves are hanging nicely on their round hooks, which are attached to a rotating mechanism for easy browsing.

Our recent customer reached out to us for an exterior refresh and siding replacement at her twin home in Burlington, NJ. A challenge with a twin home is staying complementary with the neighboring house. NexGen Exterior Home Remodeling solved that problem by installing CertainTeed Mainstreet Vinyl siding in Natural Clay to flow nicely with the green siding of the attached home. The existing windows were removed and replaced with the Harvey Slimline Series of windows. In order to complete the remodel, NexGen replaced the fascia, soffit, and gutters. Our homeowners are thrilled to show off their updated home.

Open office workstations are designed for conversation to encourage impromptu problem-solving sessions. PC: MJ Cohen Photography
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The kitchen, while spacious, was completely enclosed from the living and dining room spaces and did not utilize the space efficiently. Traffic flow between the indoors and outdoors was disjointed, and the new kitchen layout solves those problems. The new design eliminates the walls in the kitchen to create an open space for entertaining, and an exterior door was added off the kitchen to facilitate a better traffic flow to the outdoor entertaining space. New cabinets, countertops, flooring, appliances, light fixtures, and finishes help to brighten and modernize the space.

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Open concept kitchen - mid-sized coastal l-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Customer did not want to see the TV on this project when not in use. Solution ? Hide the TV behind a painting ! Notice the painting below the TV, that was hanging above the fireplace. We duplicated the painting to use in our custom Art Screen. Turn on the system and the painting rolls up into the frame, problem solved !

Wine gets better with age, but kitchens don’t. Such was the case with this Delano residence and the retired homeowners who asked us to guide them through a fresh design and color scheme in their kitchen, dining, and living room. Design/Build Consultant — Theresa Mann The problem to solve? The dated look of honey oak and the early 2000s in general The solution to enjoy? Something clean, light, efficient, and elegant.

Craig Weber of Bridgewater Construction solved the problem by designing a unique custom staircase. He used the same building materials for both staircase and deck. But the stairs were both longer and wider than usual, making it easy for two or even three dogs to chase the same Frisbee at the same time. An unusual design objective, but it worked.

The completely reimagined floorplan included relocating the kitchen and Master Suite to the opposite side of the home to take better advantage of the views and natural light. All bathrooms and the laundry room were completely remodeled along with installing new doors, windows, and flooring throughout the home and completely upgrading all electrical and plumbing. The end result is simply stunning. Light, bright, and modern, the new version of this home demonstrates the power of thoughtful architectural planning, creative problem solving, and expert design details.

Example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor kitchen design in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

The side-view close-up shows detail of the LED lighting we used to illuminate all the art objects on display. Fully adjustable shelves let us size each space to suit each object. We used non-combustible tiles on the hearth to blend seamlessly with the floor.

These photos are from my own garden. It's where I test my ideas, learn how far plants can be pushed in one way or another, and how to problem-solve adverse conditions, and maximize small garden spaces. The garage was expanded by a previous owner, so the backyard space available for a garden is even smaller than that of most standard urban lots.

The addition was envisioned to go west-ward. Unfortunately that direction goes downhill. This sunken living area / conversation pit solves three problems at once: 1) The owners asked that the new space be only partially connected to the house’s main living area, so parties could feel a sense of separation, without disconnection. 2) Stylistically, the owner leaned into more groovy / 1970’s / anti-modern aesthetics for the addition. 3) The Grooving Room is our take on the conversation pit / sunken living room, designed specifically for this house. This groovy typology solves the three problems above, and gives us an opportunity to embed a spirit to the new home. The steps appear on the right, and wind gently inward into the space, along color-filled planes of light and plants. Once seated, and surrounded by three walls of nature and color, I feel inclined to just sit and watch the outdoor light pass the time. Far out, man.

This Oak Hill basement remodel is a stunning showcase for this family, who are fans of bright colors, interesting design choices, and unique ways to display their interests, from music to games to family heirlooms.

This compact DC kitchen was in dire need of space saving tricks and we used several. The kitchen features two tip-on toe kick drawers, sink tilt out, lazy susan, blind corner cabinet and custom vertical wood dividers over the frig. The original kitchen layout was L shaped because space did not allow for full depth base cabinets on the right wall. Problem solved -- we simply built cabinets that were 18" deep which still provide loads of storage as well as much needed counter top space.

Customer did not want to see the TV on this project when not in use. Solution ? Hide the TV behind a painting ! Notice the painting below the TV, that was hanging above the fireplace. We duplicated the painting to use in our custom Art Screen. Turn on the system and the painting rolls up into the frame, problem solved !