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Example of a small cottage enclosed medium tone wood floor living room design in New York with green walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

A talented interior designer was ready for a complete redo of her 1980s style kitchen in Chappaqua. Although very spacious, she was looking for better storage and flow in the kitchen, so a smaller island with greater clearances were desired. Grey glazed cabinetry island balances the warm-toned cerused white oak perimeter cabinetry. White macauba countertops create a harmonious color palette while the decorative backsplash behind the range adds both pattern and texture. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry by Studio Dearborn. Interior design finishes by Strauss House Designs LLC. White Macauba countertops by Rye Marble. Refrigerator, freezer and wine refrigerator by Subzero; Range by Viking Hardware by Lewis Dolan. Sink by Julien. Over counter Lighting by Providence Art Glass. Chandelier by Niche Modern (custom). Sink faucet by Rohl. Tile, Artistic Tile. Chairs and stools, Soho Concept. Photography Adam Kane Macchia.

Inspiration for a large transitional master carpeted, beige floor and vaulted ceiling bedroom remodel in Los Angeles with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

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Bedroom - coastal bedroom idea in Orange County

Example of a transitional entryway design in Las Vegas

Newly, custom, Bergeron-built Tuscan style home, with Mediterranean influences, settled in the resort development of the Cliffs Valley is what dreams are made of. Meticulously designed, with best-in-class features, open spaces and breathtaking views are optimized for entertaining guests and family in style and comfort. Upon arrival, you will be enchanted by the home's earthy yet striking combination of warm rustic brick and fieldstone on the lower level combined with the cool tones of the home's stucco on the second level. The roof is reminiscent of the salmon-colored terra cotta tiled roofs of Tuscany. Romeo and Juliet balconies that overlook the freshly accented pathways, boulder-accented walls, crawling greenery, and the magnificent mountain valley views. This villa includes two large backyard slate verandas; the lower level boasting a sheltered outdoor dining room and the upper level, a comfortable front seat to beautiful Carolina sunsets tucking behind nearby neighboring mountains. This home features an energy-efficient geothermal heating system, alarm system, multi-room stereo sound system, three separate zones for heating and air conditioning, a whole house air purifier and humidifier, a built in Radon system and full irrigation system. Once you arrive, you will want to stay, as you will feel that you have just experienced a visit to Tuscany, Italy. Discover the magical beauty of 302 Lake Hills and enjoy inspired moments of harmony, relaxation and refinement.

onoma hillside sanctuary top-of-the-line architecture and sightlines, sunset views all year round of most of the Valley of Sonoma, where ranch meets farmhouse charm and lots of terraced vegetable gardens. Mustard field during the winter, wild flowers everywhere, rare species of eucalyptus, vast network of paths to access all parts of the 3 acres with carefully thougth-through hydrology and intricate culvert system, several sheds for expanded features, all architecturally cohesive with the main house, all ensuite baths, 2 full guest quarters, private den, and 3600 sq ft of decks on multiple levels. Lot Lot is fully fenced for safety and growing, and the house perimeter is also gated, included the decks, to contain young ones and dogs (in our out). The ultimate sustainable property with the latest technologies for green building, optimal air quality, remote monitoring, with the throughout integrated technologies for sound, security, alarm, camera monitoring and more. Expansive access roads and flat terrains perfect for grand celebrations Experience the best of wine country living.

onoma hillside sanctuary top-of-the-line architecture and sightlines, sunset views all year round of most of the Valley of Sonoma, where ranch meets farmhouse charm and lots of terraced vegetable gardens. Mustard field during the winter, wild flowers everywhere, rare species of eucalyptus, vast network of paths to access all parts of the 3 acres with carefully thougth-through hydrology and intricate culvert system, several sheds for expanded features, all architecturally cohesive with the main house, all ensuite baths, 2 full guest quarters, private den, and 3600 sq ft of decks on multiple levels. Lot Lot is fully fenced for safety and growing, and the house perimeter is also gated, included the decks, to contain young ones and dogs (in our out). The ultimate sustainable property with the latest technologies for green building, optimal air quality, remote monitoring, with the throughout integrated technologies for sound, security, alarm, camera monitoring and more. Expansive access roads and flat terrains perfect for grand celebrations Experience the best of wine country living.

onoma hillside sanctuary top-of-the-line architecture and sightlines, sunset views all year round of most of the Valley of Sonoma, where ranch meets farmhouse charm and lots of terraced vegetable gardens. Mustard field during the winter, wild flowers everywhere, rare species of eucalyptus, vast network of paths to access all parts of the 3 acres with carefully thougth-through hydrology and intricate culvert system, several sheds for expanded features, all architecturally cohesive with the main house, all ensuite baths, 2 full guest quarters, private den, and 3600 sq ft of decks on multiple levels. Lot Lot is fully fenced for safety and growing, and the house perimeter is also gated, included the decks, to contain young ones and dogs (in our out). The ultimate sustainable property with the latest technologies for green building, optimal air quality, remote monitoring, with the throughout integrated technologies for sound, security, alarm, camera monitoring and more. Expansive access roads and flat terrains perfect for grand celebrations Experience the best of wine country living.

onoma hillside sanctuary top-of-the-line architecture and sightlines, sunset views all year round of most of the Valley of Sonoma, where ranch meets farmhouse charm and lots of terraced vegetable gardens. Mustard field during the winter, wild flowers everywhere, rare species of eucalyptus, vast network of paths to access all parts of the 3 acres with carefully thougth-through hydrology and intricate culvert system, several sheds for expanded features, all architecturally cohesive with the main house, all ensuite baths, 2 full guest quarters, private den, and 3600 sq ft of decks on multiple levels. Lot Lot is fully fenced for safety and growing, and the house perimeter is also gated, included the decks, to contain young ones and dogs (in our out). The ultimate sustainable property with the latest technologies for green building, optimal air quality, remote monitoring, with the throughout integrated technologies for sound, security, alarm, camera monitoring and more. Expansive access roads and flat terrains perfect for grand celebrations Experience the best of wine country living.

onoma hillside sanctuary top-of-the-line architecture and sightlines, sunset views all year round of most of the Valley of Sonoma, where ranch meets farmhouse charm and lots of terraced vegetable gardens. Mustard field during the winter, wild flowers everywhere, rare species of eucalyptus, vast network of paths to access all parts of the 3 acres with carefully thougth-through hydrology and intricate culvert system, several sheds for expanded features, all architecturally cohesive with the main house, all ensuite baths, 2 full guest quarters, private den, and 3600 sq ft of decks on multiple levels. Lot Lot is fully fenced for safety and growing, and the house perimeter is also gated, included the decks, to contain young ones and dogs (in our out). The ultimate sustainable property with the latest technologies for green building, optimal air quality, remote monitoring, with the throughout integrated technologies for sound, security, alarm, camera monitoring and more. Expansive access roads and flat terrains perfect for grand celebrations Experience the best of wine country living.

onoma hillside sanctuary top-of-the-line architecture and sightlines, sunset views all year round of most of the Valley of Sonoma, where ranch meets farmhouse charm and lots of terraced vegetable gardens. Mustard field during the winter, wild flowers everywhere, rare species of eucalyptus, vast network of paths to access all parts of the 3 acres with carefully thougth-through hydrology and intricate culvert system, several sheds for expanded features, all architecturally cohesive with the main house, all ensuite baths, 2 full guest quarters, private den, and 3600 sq ft of decks on multiple levels. Lot Lot is fully fenced for safety and growing, and the house perimeter is also gated, included the decks, to contain young ones and dogs (in our out). The ultimate sustainable property with the latest technologies for green building, optimal air quality, remote monitoring, with the throughout integrated technologies for sound, security, alarm, camera monitoring and more. Expansive access roads and flat terrains perfect for grand celebrations Experience the best of wine country living.

First home, savvy art owners, decided to hire RBD to design their recently purchased two story, four bedroom, midcentury Diamond Heights home to merge their new parenthood and love for entertaining lifestyles. Hired two months prior to the arrival of their baby boy, RBD was successful in installing the nursery just in time. The home required little architectural spatial reconfiguration given the previous owner was an architect, allowing RBD to focus mainly on furniture, fixtures and accessories while updating only a few finishes. New paint grade paneling added a needed midcentury texture to the entry, while an existing site for sore eyes radiator, received a new walnut cover creating a built-in mid-century custom headboard for the guest room, perfect for large art and plant decoration. RBD successfully paired furniture and art selections to connect the existing material finishes by keeping fabrics neutral and complimentary to the existing finishes. The backyard, an SF rare oasis, showcases a hanging chair and custom outdoor floor cushions for easy lounging, while a stylish midcentury heated bench allows easy outdoor entertaining in the SF climate. Photography Credit: Scott Hargis Photography

Design Statement: My design challenge was to create and build a new ultra modern kitchen with a futuristic flare. This state of the art kitchen was to be equipped with an ample amount of usable storage and a better view of the outside while balancing design and function. Some of the project goals were to include the following; a multi-level island with seating for four people, dramatic use of lighting, state of the art appliances, a generous view of the outside and last but not least, to create a kitchen space that looks like no other...”The WOW Factor”. This challenging project was a completely new design and full renovation. The existing kitchen was outdated and in desperate need help. My new design required me to remove existing walls, cabinetry, flooring, plumbing, electric…a complete demolition. My job functions were to be the interior designer, GC, electrician and a laborer. Construction and Design The existing kitchen had one small window in it like many kitchens. The main difficulty was…how to create more windows while gaining more cabinet storage. As a designer, our clients require us to think out of the box and give them something that they may have never dreamed of. I did just that. I created two 8’ glass backsplashes (with no visible supports) on the corner of the house. This was not easy task, engineering of massive blind headers and lam beams were used to support the load of the new floating walls. A generous amount of 48” high wall cabinets flank the new walls and appear floating in air seamlessly above the glass backsplash. Technology and Design The dramatic use of the latest in LED lighting was used. From color changing accent lights, high powered multi-directional spot lights, decorative soffit lights, under cabinet and above cabinet LED tape lights…all to be controlled from wall panels or mobile devises. A built-in ipad also controls not only the lighting, but a climate controlled thermostat, house wide music streaming with individually controlled zones, alarm system, video surveillance system and door bell. Materials and design Large amounts of glass and gloss; glass backsplash, iridescent glass tiles, raised glass island counter top, Quartz counter top with iridescent glass chips infused in it. 24” x 24” high polished porcelain tile flooring to give the appearance of water or glass. The custom cabinets are high gloss lacquer with a metallic fleck. All doors and drawers are Blum soft-close. The result is an ultra sleek and highly sophisticated design. Appliances and design All appliances were chosen for the ultimate in sleekness. These appliances include: a 48” built-in custom paneled subzero refrigerator/freezer, a built-in Miele dishwasher that is so quiet that it shoots a red led light on the floor to let you know that its on., a 36” Miele induction cook top and a built-in 200 bottle wine cooler. Some other cool features are the led kitchen faucet that changes color based on the water temperature. A stainless and glass wall hood with led lights. All duct work was built into the stainless steel toe kicks and grooves were cut into it to release airflow. Photography by Mark Oser

Example of a large classic brick floor sunroom design in Other with a standard ceiling

Going house hunting to find the dream home is difficult in every aspect, especially in NYC. The first apartment may have a feature that the other has but very rarely will one place have all. Most important is making sure the location and size works and everything else can be incorporated later. As the apartment our clients selected was "move in" condition its surely was not for what they work looking for in creating their dream home. We first started by creating a "wish list" of all of the essentials, which included; open kitchen, walk in closet, office space , larger master bathroom with stand up shower and soaking tub. With creating many different floor plan options, the only way we would achieve this was by sacrificing the 3rd bedroom. At this stage the 3rd bedroom was very easy for them to sacrifice as it gave them all of the wish list for now. In the future ,they could easily take the square footage from the new oversized living room and add that 3rd bedroom if it were necessary. Our first goal in the demolition stage was to remove all existing interior partition walls and start with a fresh new slate. By removing the existing kitchen walls the New Kitchen layout now combines it with the living room. The cabinetry is 2 tone color, flat slab doors for the modern look. State of the art appliances were installed; Integrated panels were installed on the fridge, wall oven, microwave, cook top. The sink is the ultimate chefs prep station sliding butcher block with bowls that slide over the sink. A garage cabinet was installed to conceal smaller appliances. The cantilever counter top adds the additional seating space for guests while keeping the bottom portion open for the view. The existing walk in closet was relocated to achieve the New Master Bathroom, Combining the spaces now gave us the option to add all the features. Floating vanity with double sinks, soaking tub, stand up shower. The glossy rectified tiles used are 12x36 and when installed make the grout line disappear and make it look like a solid wall. The chocolate floor tiles are randomly staggered then wrap up the tub platform and continue up one wall to create an accent. No tile edge was used but all tiles that meet on a 90 degree outside corner are mitered; tub platform, walls and shower niches. Heated floors were installed to keep the feet warm on the cold winter days. In the Master Bedroom we built a bed frame accent wall. Serves for multiple functions; eliminates night stands by using the niches for alarm clock / phone charger station, lights were added inside the niches for accent lights and raised wall paper was used to finish this beautiful feature. Each his and hers niche has an outlet, 4 way switch for the accent lights and 4 way switch for the recessed lights above when they are done reading in bed. Custom steps were built for easy up and down off the bed for the little puppies that could not possibly make the jump up. Other features throughout the apartment include; New bamboo floors throughout. Since the concrete ceiling slab cannot be chopped , soffits and drop ceilings were built throughout the apartment to accommodate recessed lights. Low voltage recessed lights were used with multiple zone dimmers for energy efficiency. Remote operated shades were installed The overall design was for the apartment was modern, simple lines and true elegance. The newly renovated apartment will be enjoyed by them, friends and family for many years to come... edit

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Example of a huge beach style u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, soapstone countertops, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white cabinets

Potting shed complete with a recycled restaurant kitchen counter with sink.
Mid-sized mountain style shed photo in Austin