Design ideas for a contemporary landscaping in New York.

Cabinets from Aran Cucine’s Penelope collection in Latrice Montano bring a modern but modest look to this new kitchen in Portola Valley. The countertop and backsplash are Neolith, a revolutionary new lightweight, resistant, and 100% natural and recyclable material developed in Spain.

Sun-Loving, Drought Tolerant Plant Material for the High Desert adjacent sport court.
Photo of a transitional full sun, drought-tolerant and desert landscaping for summer.

After. A closer look at the gorgeous shower tile! The “River” mixed pebble tile by MSI (from Mosaic Tile Company) of the shower floor was continued into the bathroom with a perimeter accent border for a cohesive look and a spa-like feel. The accent wall of the shower features the “More” series tile (by Pimmegres, from Mosaic Tile Company) in a 3D texture and the color “Tortora”. The resulting effect is more movement, texture, and interest throughout the space.

Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical master beige tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile freestanding bathtub remodel in Hawaii with a vessel sink

Classic elegance. Modern durability. Travertina Raw Slabs offer the soft, organic look of natural travertine with the technological advantages of concrete engineering. These slabs are UV-resistant, salt-resistant, and slip-resistant making them a perfect choice for pool decks, walkways, outdoor kitchens, and fire pit zones. In this project, the material flows seamlessly from structured garden beds to a sleek, elevated pool patio, drawing the eye through intentional geometry and soft limestone-inspired tones. This landscape is as comfortable barefoot as it is beautiful in photographs. Thanks to its durability and low maintenance, Travertina Raw remains a favorite among homeowners seeking the timeless charm of stone without the upkeep of traditional travertine. Design the kind of space that only gets better with time. Ask about custom layouts and complimentary material consultations.

THE DOOR NAME ORIGIN - "ALLUMINIO ELIVIA VERTICAL WOOD GRAIN 4HS" Of all the interior door models in the Elivia collection, this one is perhaps the most unapologetically elegant. Why? Hmm … That which is self-evident can be the most difficult to explain. Is it because it is built using the latest breakthroughs in interior door making technology? Look at the finish: the process of applying it utilizes something called “stretching” by professionals, which is to say that instead of simply slapping the finish on top of the interior door’s surface, our company fuses (for lack of a better word) the materials (on molecular level, no less), the result being that the finished product is more warp-resistant, scratch-resistant, and fade-proof than any interior door put together in the past. This is especially important in climates known for their high humidity levels. Yes, but this has more to do with engineering than aesthetics, right? Okay, so, is this interior door super-elegant because ... Show more! FINISH: WALNUT When it comes to interior door finishes, walnut may not be king per se, since “different folk have different views,” as the poet said, and it behooves a proper collection of finishes to be thoroughly democratic; but, but … you could view walnut as an important majority leader descended from royalty – like, say, Louis Napoleon back when he was still an elected official and not, as he eventually came to style himself, Napoleon III. Strictly speaking, a walnut is the seed of a drupaceous nut, and not a true nut in the botanical sense. It is native to Persia (walnut oil is a staple in Iranian cuisine to this day) and North America, even though approximately one half of the world’s production today is done in China. That said, one of its more historically curious uses would be the production of ink and dyes. Those are made, or used to be made, at least, from the husk surrounding the nut. The ink could be used to produce drawings – or darken paper to make it look older. It has (as it turned out by the by) excellent archival properties. It was used liberally by many capable and honest artists in the past. A keen observer of the human condition, a Florentine named Leonardo da Vinci never left his house (which featured some pretty interesting interior doors, but that’s a story for another day) … never left it without a vial – and a sketch book. As he took leisurely strolls around the streets and piazzas, he observed folks – socializing, arguing, fighting, striking bargains, and gossiping. Let us mention in passing – and this is merely an opinion, mind you – that his sketches seem to be a great deal livelier than his portraits, which for the most part adhere to the epoch’s somewhat mawkish standards and the algebraic, rather than harmonious, approach to depicting humans. The perpetual beguiling mystery of Mona Lisa’s smile is undoubtedly magnificent, but it is the Tuscan polymath’s quick yet amazingly insightful drawings that give us an idea – oftentimes a very comprehensive one – of what everyday life was truly like in Florence in the Sixteenth Century. An old man gloating at someone’s misfortune, two passionate merchants arguing over the price of some highly important delivery, a young woman lamenting the lack of decent men whom a reasonable person could view as husband material, and on and on – it’s all there in Leonardo’s sketches characterized by masterful lines and elegant shading despite the obvious – and necessary – impetuosity of each sketch. So precious and brilliant are those casual masterpieces that, had the scientifically inclined fellow eliminated the need for outdoor sketching by inventing photography, it would have been an historian’s immeasurable gain, certainly, but also an art lover’s great loss. The idea behind our Walnut Finish is to invoke in the interior door owner a feeling of timeless historicity. Some things change, but others are forever. Stability is an important quality in an interior door, is it not? Rembrandt van Rijn, who also used walnut ink extensively, was a studio artist, with only a few outdoor paintings in his legacy. Truth be told, he was a better draftsman than Leonardo, at least as far as technique goes (don’t let this get around). Well. He lived a century later and had the benefit of all the development art had undergone since the great Italian master. Just like these interior doors – your interior doors – are a huge improvement on anything that was available only twenty years ago, never mind a hundred years ago. The “oscillation” of Rembrandt’s line, the delightful shift from the descriptive to the aesthetic stroke, makes his production in that category quite unique. Upon reaching artistic maturity, the stubborn Dutch master began to shun the unbroken contour line, which caused a lot of trouble for his drawings a century later, when dealers and collectors who wished to “update” his sketches to fit the current fashion had the audacity to “complete” Rembrandt’s pen-and-inks. Fortunately, some of the sketches escaped this sorry fate and have been preserved in their original glorious state to this day. Rembrandt’s mastery is yet another thing this interior door finish might remind you of each time you look at your doors.

Wood, metal, stone or reinforced concrete are all possibilities for a space like this one. Materials need to be weather-resistent to withstand the test of time and the elements.

Michael Hunter
Design ideas for a small eclectic full sun side yard concrete paver garden path in Dallas for fall.

Custom outdoor Screen Porch with Scandinavian accents, teak dining table, custom pillows, and amazing sconces and pendants
This is an example of a mid-sized rustic tile screened-in back porch design in Raleigh with a roof extension.

❤ ALL WOOD provides smooth and elegant design also resistance to dent or distortion. ❤ CLASSIC DRAWERS & state of art European Minimalist Design offers sleek appearance with spacious storage spaces. ❤ EXTRA THICK Top & Side Panels with Flat Door Design provides extra strangeness. ❤ FIVE LAYERS PAINTING offers 2 times longer lasting and resistance to moisture and humidity. ❤ U SHAPE & OPEN BACK for easy plumbing installation. ❤ SOFT CLOSE DRAWERS/DOORS prevents cracks and reduces friction on the hardware. ❤ Color matching wood frame Medicine Cabinets offers an elegant completed set look of vanity. ❤ High-quality easy cleanup and maintenance free ceramic sink. ❤ One year warranty with top-level customer service.

❤ ALL WOOD provides smooth and elegant design also resistance to dent or distortion. ❤ CLASSIC DRAWERS & state of art European Minimalist Design offers sleek appearance with spacious storage spaces. ❤ EXTRA THICK Top & Side Panels with Flat Door Design provides extra strangeness. ❤ FIVE LAYERS PAINTING offers 2 times longer lasting and resistance to moisture and humidity. ❤ U SHAPE & OPEN BACK for easy plumbing installation. ❤ SOFT CLOSE DRAWERS/DOORS prevents cracks and reduces friction on the hardware. ❤ Color matching wood frame Medicine Cabinets offers an elegant completed set look of vanity. ❤ High quality easy clean up and maintenance free ceramic sink. ❤ One year warranty with top level customer service.

A traditional style master bath for a lovely couple on Harbour Island in Oxnard. Once a dark and drab space, now light and airy to go with their breathtaking ocean views!

This contemporary kitchen has a recycled glass counter that is called Grigio Stella. Its in the grey color tone with small specs of black and lighter greys.This material is 1/4" thick and can be placed on top of existing counters or on new cabinets. There are many colors, from greys, black, white and beige's to red,blue and greens. This counter is heat resistant, stain resistant, impact resistant and it does not need to be sealed. This material is also available for floor and wall tiles.

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Mid-sized danish l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and gray countertops

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These clients have a high sense of design and have always built their own homes. They just downsized into a typical town home and needed this new space to stand out but also be accommodating of aging in place. The client, Jim, has a handful of challenges ahead of him with dealing with Parkinson and all of it symptoms. We optimized the shower, enlarging it by eliminating the tub and not using a shower door. We were able to do a curbless shower, reducing the likelihood of falling. We used larger tiles in the bathroom and shower but added the anti slip porcelain. I included a built-in seat in the shower and a stand-alone bench on the other side. We used a separate hand shower and easy to grab handles. A natural palette peppered with some aqua and green breathes fresh, new life into a re-imagined UTC town home. Choosing materials and finishes that have higher contrast helps make the change from flooring to wall, as well as cabinet to counter, more obvious. Large glass wall tiles make the bathroom seem much larger. A flush installation of drywall to tile is easy on the eye while showing the attention to detail. A modern custom floating vanity allows for walker wheels if needed. Personal touches like adding a filter faucet at the sink makes his trips to take medicine a bit easier. One of my favorite things in design for any project is lighting. Not only can lighting add to the look and feel of the space, but it can also create a safer environment. Installing different types of lighting, including scones on either side of the mirror, recessed can lights both inside and outside of the shower, and LED strip lighting under the floating vanity, keep this modern bathroom current and very functional. Because of the skylight and the round window, light is allowed in to play with the different colors in the glass and the shapes around the room, which created a bright and playful bathroom. It is not often that I get to play with stain-glass, but this existing circular window, that we could NOT change, needed some love. We used a local craftsman that allowed us to design a playful stain-glass piece for the inside of the bathroom window, reminding them of their front door in their custom home years ago.

Using Lapitec for drawer fronts provide a sleek and modern look, as well as the practical benefits of the material, such as resistance to stains and scratches. The use of Lapitec drawer fronts help create a seamless and uniform appearance throughout the cabinetry, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the space.

Retaining wall of native stone matches the style and materials with those of the house. Plantings include Epimedium below and Leucothoe axilaris above with European ginger, and Fothergilla. Native Parthenocisis (Virginia Creeper Vine), harvested from the property, was planted to grow over the wall.