Situated in rural east Templeton is the Santa Barbara style estate that is the Castillo Residence. It exemplifies the classic nature of old world Spain, sporting massive timber trusses, authentic terra cotta tile flooring and pristine white washed walls. The entry to the residence is suitably grand, with a sweeping stair case up to a landing that overlooks the antique wood front door. The house boasts lofty ceilings in the great room, and a two story library complete with spiral stair case. This house was not only designed to suit its human residents but also its canine residents, and they have their own room off of the 5-car garage at the lower level. The master suite occupies a full wing of the residence, at a mere 1,700 square feet, providing space for a master sitting room, bedroom, bathroom, and sprawling walk in closets with laundry facilities. There are a plethora of outdoor living spaces, including a full outdoor kitchen, reflecting pool water feature and massive covered porches overlooking the Templeton countryside.

1. Natural Light Yes, plants, animals and people need natural light. But when sunlight is streaming through your windows, blinding you during dinner, you’ll want to be able to block it out. There’s a reason early humans lived in caves. 2. Floor and Table Lamps There’s a place for overhead lighting, but in general it’s easier to control and change lighting with strategically placed floor lamps and table lamps. Move the lamps around from time to time -- experiment with highlighting different parts of a room for a new look. 3. Fluorescent Lights Just say no. Let’s not even discuss this any further. 4. Candles It is a universal truth that every woman looks more beautiful in candlelight. Candles create a special, cozy and intimate feeling, whether they’re real or flameless. 5. Dimmers These are absolutely your best friend. Any overhead lighting should have a dimmer. Period. 6. Outdoor Lights With peaking interest in outdoor living spaces, outdoor lighting options have multiplied, which is great news for everyone. String lights are especially appealing. Avoid strong stadium-style lighting or safety lights, which aren’t appropriate for areas where you entertain.

Serving as a winter retreat for a family of world travelers, a thoughtfully composed program of calm, comforting spaces imbuing casual elegance is presented effortlessly in the landscape. Oriented around a central grand oak and its adjacent loblolly pine, the home wraps around them, celebrating the engagement of nature while maintaining privacy from neighboring homes. Working within height restrictions intended to keep massing as low to the ground as possible, we moved the ground plane up and the expression down to present an appearance of a home that lives low. Calculated plays on scale and proportion intentionally have different effects from different vantage points, ensuring the viewer perceives the architecture as humanly scaled from each important introduction to the home. Ascending a landscape stair that winds around the central oak and extends into the entry vitrine sitting at base flood, the entry foyer operates at two scales as limestone stairs matching the exterior ascend between walls passing portals that reveal limited views of activity within. 2022 Design + Service Awards Jury Citation for Residential New Construction, AIA Charleston

Dimension: 24" L X 16" D X 18" H Perfect to accompany the low profile bed from the same collection, the Roanoke Rustic Solid Wood One Drawer Nightstand exudes modern elegance through its neat lines. It features solid construction from Rosewood and comes with a single drawer in the center, accented with stylish metal handle in black. The space between the top and the drawer is ideal to keep books and other night time essentials handy and close by. Place a table lamp on top or accent it with beautiful frozen memories, all framed right next to you. Materials: This solid wood rustic nightstand is made of 100% solid Rosewood, offering years of sturdiness and visual appeal to your bedroom. Finish: This rustic solid one drawer nightstand features natural hand-rubbed stain and finish for an elegant sophisticated look. Special Features: • 100% Handcrafted, Rustic Solid Wood Furniture • Solid Rustic Rosewood • Environment-friendly • Easy to clean and maintain • Contemporary Style • Features single drawer • Hand wrought Iron Handle Note: Real wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike. Variations in solid wood grain patterns are to be expected and make each furniture uniquely beautiful, just like us humans.

Serving as a winter retreat for a family of world travelers, a thoughtfully composed program of calm, comforting spaces imbuing casual elegance is presented effortlessly in the landscape. Oriented around a central grand oak and its adjacent loblolly pine, the home wraps around them, celebrating the engagement of nature while maintaining privacy from neighboring homes. Working within height restrictions intended to keep massing as low to the ground as possible, we moved the ground plane up and the expression down to present an appearance of a home that lives low. Calculated plays on scale and proportion intentionally have different effects from different vantage points, ensuring the viewer perceives the architecture as humanly scaled from each important introduction to the home. Ascending a landscape stair that winds around the central oak and extends into the entry vitrine sitting at base flood, the entry foyer operates at two scales as limestone stairs matching the exterior ascend between walls passing portals that reveal limited views of activity within. 2022 Design + Service Awards Jury Citation for Residential New Construction, AIA Charleston

As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards Sara and Paul Matthews call their head-turning home, located in a sweet neighborhood just up the hill from downtown Petoskey, “a very human story.” Indeed it is. Sara and her husband, Paul, have a special-needs son as well as an energetic middle-school daughter. This home has an answer for everyone. Located down the street from the school, it is ideally situated for their daughter and a self-contained apartment off the great room accommodates all their son’s needs while giving his caretakers privacy—and the family theirs. The Matthews began the building process by taking their thoughts and needs to Stephanie Baldwin and her team at Edgewater Design Group. Beyond the above considerations, they wanted their new home to be low maintenance and to stand out architecturally, “But not so much that anyone would complain that it didn’t work in our neighborhood,” says Sara. “We were thrilled that Edgewater listened to us and were able to give us a unique-looking house that is meeting all our needs.” Lombardy LLC built this handsome home with Paul working alongside the construction crew throughout the project. The low maintenance exterior is a cutting-edge blend of stacked stone, black corrugated steel, black framed windows and Douglas fir soffits—elements that add up to an organic contemporary look. The use of black steel, including interior beams and the staircase system, lend an industrial vibe that is courtesy of the Matthews’ friend Dan Mello of Trimet Industries in Traverse City. The couple first met Dan, a metal fabricator, a number of years ago, right around the time they found out that their then two-year-old son would never be able to walk. After the couple explained to Dan that they couldn’t find a solution for a child who wasn’t big enough for a wheelchair, he designed a comfortable, rolling chair that was just perfect. They still use it. The couple’s gratitude for the chair resulted in a trusting relationship with Dan, so it was natural for them to welcome his talents into their home-building process. A maple floor finished to bring out all of its color-tones envelops the room in warmth. Alder doors and trim and a Doug fir ceiling reflect that warmth. Clearstory windows and floor-to-ceiling window banks fill the space with light—and with views of the spacious grounds that will become a canvas for Paul, a retired landscaper. The couple’s vibrant art pieces play off against modernist furniture and lighting that is due to an inspired collaboration between Sara and interior designer Kelly Paulsen. “She was absolutely instrumental to the project,” Sara says. “I went through two designers before I finally found Kelly.” The open clean-lined kitchen, butler’s pantry outfitted with a beverage center and Miele coffee machine (that allows guests to wait on themselves when Sara is cooking), and an outdoor room that centers around a wood-burning fireplace, all make for easy, fabulous entertaining. A den just off the great room houses the big-screen television and Sara’s loom— making for relaxing evenings of weaving, game watching and togetherness. Tourgoers will leave understanding that this house is everything great design should be. Form following function—and solving very human issues with soul-soothing style.

Situated in rural east Templeton is the Santa Barbara style estate that is the Castillo Residence. It exemplifies the classic nature of old world Spain, sporting massive timber trusses, authentic terra cotta tile flooring and pristine white washed walls. The entry to the residence is suitably grand, with a sweeping stair case up to a landing that overlooks the antique wood front door. The house boasts lofty ceilings in the great room, and a two story library complete with spiral stair case. This house was not only designed to suit its human residents but also its canine residents, and they have their own room off of the 5-car garage at the lower level. The master suite occupies a full wing of the residence, at a mere 1,700 square feet, providing space for a master sitting room, bedroom, bathroom, and sprawling walk in closets with laundry facilities. There are a plethora of outdoor living spaces, including a full outdoor kitchen, reflecting pool water feature and massive covered porches overlooking the Templeton countryside.

1. Natural Light Yes, plants, animals and people need natural light. But when sunlight is streaming through your windows, blinding you during dinner, you’ll want to be able to block it out. There’s a reason early humans lived in caves. 2. Floor and Table Lamps There’s a place for overhead lighting, but in general it’s easier to control and change lighting with strategically placed floor lamps and table lamps. Move the lamps around from time to time -- experiment with highlighting different parts of a room for a new look. 3. Fluorescent Lights Just say no. Let’s not even discuss this any further. 4. Candles It is a universal truth that every woman looks more beautiful in candlelight. Candles create a special, cozy and intimate feeling, whether they’re real or flameless. 5. Dimmers These are absolutely your best friend. Any overhead lighting should have a dimmer. Period. 6. Outdoor Lights With peaking interest in outdoor living spaces, outdoor lighting options have multiplied, which is great news for everyone. String lights are especially appealing. Avoid strong stadium-style lighting or safety lights, which aren’t appropriate for areas where you entertain.

Suspended above the sunlit table like a memory of the sea, the oversized scallop rattan pendant light feels less like a fixture and more like a whispered story. Its handwoven curves mimic the soft language of waves, the quiet sweep of sand across a shoreline. In this coastal dining room, where light pours through tall windows and the air feels almost salt-touched, the pendant offers more than illumination—it offers soul. Each woven strand holds a trace of human touch, a patience that mirrors the rhythm of tides. The natural fibers cast a honeyed glow over linen cushions and pale oak, wrapping the space in a cocoon of comfort and calm. It's a light that doesn't shout; it hums, grounding the room in an easy, effortless elegance. Here, under its soft bloom, moments gather—laughter, quiet breakfasts, long conversations—each one stitched gently into the heart of the home.

Situated in rural east Templeton is the Santa Barbara style estate that is the Castillo Residence. It exemplifies the classic nature of old world Spain, sporting massive timber trusses, authentic terra cotta tile flooring and pristine white washed walls. The entry to the residence is suitably grand, with a sweeping stair case up to a landing that overlooks the antique wood front door. The house boasts lofty ceilings in the great room, and a two story library complete with spiral stair case. This house was not only designed to suit its human residents but also its canine residents, and they have their own room off of the 5-car garage at the lower level. The master suite occupies a full wing of the residence, at a mere 1,700 square feet, providing space for a master sitting room, bedroom, bathroom, and sprawling walk in closets with laundry facilities. There are a plethora of outdoor living spaces, including a full outdoor kitchen, reflecting pool water feature and massive covered porches overlooking the Templeton countryside.

Serving as a winter retreat for a family of world travelers, a thoughtfully composed program of calm, comforting spaces imbuing casual elegance is presented effortlessly in the landscape. Oriented around a central grand oak and its adjacent loblolly pine, the home wraps around them, celebrating the engagement of nature while maintaining privacy from neighboring homes. Working within height restrictions intended to keep massing as low to the ground as possible, we moved the ground plane up and the expression down to present an appearance of a home that lives low. Calculated plays on scale and proportion intentionally have different effects from different vantage points, ensuring the viewer perceives the architecture as humanly scaled from each important introduction to the home. Ascending a landscape stair that winds around the central oak and extends into the entry vitrine sitting at base flood, the entry foyer operates at two scales as limestone stairs matching the exterior ascend between walls passing portals that reveal limited views of activity within. 2022 Design + Service Awards Jury Citation for Residential New Construction, AIA Charleston

This backyard patio garden was transformed with the client’s goal of minimizing lawn and creating intimate gathering space. Layered perennial beds are filled with a rich diversity of texture, form and color, enveloping the patio with stunning 3-dimensional views. Take a wander into the planting and you’ll find a meandering exploratory pathway that immerses you in nature’s sounds, movement and smells, up close. This grassy channel also provides the kids fun access from one playing area to the next, hidden from the grown-ups, free to roam and explore.

Dimension: 66" L X 19" D X 78" H Furnish your home in the Old World splendor of our El Paso Rustic Solid Wood Dining Hutch with Glass Doors and revel in the stylish storage your home will glean! This rustic-sophisticate is a natural beauty clad in a handsome motif of natural grain work, complete in a rich medium espresso hue complemented by black metal hardware. This signature piece is a trophy for any kitchen or dining room with an outstanding variety of storage and display options. This two-piece hutch is grounded by two cabinets, each with shelf space to organize your essentials and make party or dinner prep a breeze. Three drawers center these cabinets for additional room for smaller etceteras or collections. The open middle shelf, or buffet top, offers ample room for setting out a nice salad or dessert bar when entertaining or to top with decorative accents any other time. Rounding off the look is an excellent array of display space for dinnerware or knickknacks, including two glass-front cabinets with interior shelving and three central open shelves. Even the top of the hutch provides extra space for anything from decorative garland to cookbook stacks or leaning photo frames. Handcrafted of solid rosewood, this quality built buffet and hutch set is a classic look for traditional, farmhouse, and modern styles. Special Features: • 100% Handcrafted • Made of solid rosewood • 2 Cabinets with solid doors and shelf space • 2 Cabinets with display glass and shelf space •Open shelf/buffet top • 3 Drawers • 3 Open shelves Note: Real wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike. Variations in solid wood grain patterns are to be expected and make each furniture uniquely beautiful, just like us humans.

This NoHo apartment, in a landmarked circa 1870 building designed by Stephen Decatur Hatch and converted to lofts in 1987, had been interestingly renovated by a rock musician before being purchased by a young hedge fund manager and his gallery director girlfriend. Naturally, the couple brought to the project their collection of painting, photography and sculpture, mostly by young emerging artists. Axis Mundi accommodated these pieces within a neutral palette accented with occasional flashes of bright color that referenced the various artworks. Major furniture pieces – a sectional in the library, a 12-foot-long dining table–along with a rich blend of textures such as leather, linen, fur and warm woods, helped bring the sprawling dimensions of the loft down to human scale. Size: 3,400 sf Design Team: John Beckmann and Nick Messerlian Architect: Nemaworkshop Photography: Durston Saylor, and Mark Roskams © Axis Mundi Design LLC

We selected an assortment of ornamental grasses, hydrangeas, and other perennials for the terraces to provide multiple seasons of color and interest.

Discover modern urban living in this stunning open-concept penthouse featuring a sleek glass staircase, dramatic exposed brick walls, and luxurious hardwood flooring. This contemporary space blends industrial-chic elements with sophisticated design, including a spacious living area and a high-end kitchen with stainless steel appliances, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in style.

Dimension: Closed: 43" L X 23.75" W X 76" H Open: 79.25" L X 23.75"W X 76" H Exuding high style, the Ohio Rustic Solid Wood 76" Tall Home Wine Bar Cabinet is a one-stop solution to all your wine storage and bar needs. Featuring a sleek rectangular profile, the solid hardwood expandable bar cabinet for home is not only straightforward in design for modern interiors but also highly functional. It comes with two front doors to reveal a wine rack, two drawers, side shelves in doors and three shelves to accommodate wine bottles, wine glasses, bar accessories and wine bucket. The top of this hide-away bar cabinet comes with a glass rack to hold your wine glasses elegantly.The natural wood patterns make it even more aesthetically appealing. Materials: This exquisitely handcrafted solid wood expandable bar cabinet is made of Rosewood that gives it a sturdy and distinctive in design. Finish: The tall home bar cabinet features a natural hand rubbed stain and finish. Special Features: • 100% Handcrafted expandable home bar cabinet • Solid wood construction • Environment-friendly • Easy to clean and maintain • Tall cabinet with door shelves Note: Real wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike. Variations in solid wood grain patterns are to be expected and make each furniture uniquely beautiful, just like us humans.

Dimension: Dining Table: 64" L X 64" D X 31" H Chair: 18" L X 18" D X 41.5" H Large families and groups will have the space they need with the Rustic 9Pc Dining Table and Chair Set. Our artisans use the same time and care to create handmade furniture reminiscent of century old mountain craft. This large square table top provides extra space. Special Features: • Slat board table top creates a rustic tone to the classic styled furniture. • Dining table features square block legs. • Dramatic Solid Wood grain patterns are captured with special hand stain treatment. • Solid Wood construction for dining table and chairs. • Wood is seasoned and treated with a long lasting finish. Finally large families can relax with this high quality classic furniture set. Note: Real wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike. Variations in solid wood grain patterns are to be expected and make each furniture uniquely beautiful, just like us humans.

This NoHo apartment, in a landmarked circa 1870 building designed by Stephen Decatur Hatch and converted to lofts in 1987, had been interestingly renovated by a rock musician before being purchased by a young hedge fund manager and his gallery director girlfriend. Naturally, the couple brought to the project their collection of painting, photography and sculpture, mostly by young emerging artists. Axis Mundi accommodated these pieces within a neutral palette accented with occasional flashes of bright color that referenced the various artworks. Major furniture pieces – a sectional in the library, a 12-foot-long dining table–along with a rich blend of textures such as leather, linen, fur and warm woods, helped bring the sprawling dimensions of the loft down to human scale. Size: 3,400 sf Design Team: John Beckmann and Nick Messerlian Architect: Nemaworkshop Photography: Durston Saylor, and Mark Roskams © Axis Mundi Design LLC