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Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary partial sun backyard gravel formal garden in San Francisco for spring.

Drop-in bathtub - mid-sized cottage master white tile and subway tile porcelain tile and white floor drop-in bathtub idea in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops

Raquel Langworthy
Living room - mid-sized coastal formal and enclosed dark wood floor and brown floor living room idea in New York with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv
Living room - mid-sized coastal formal and enclosed dark wood floor and brown floor living room idea in New York with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv
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Ryan Garvin
Game room - huge mediterranean open concept concrete floor game room idea in San Diego with white walls and a wall-mounted tv
Game room - huge mediterranean open concept concrete floor game room idea in San Diego with white walls and a wall-mounted tv

This condo, once inhabited by Teddy Roosevelt's granddaughter, got a major kitchen overhaul! What was once a dark and cramped space, with impractical storage, and painted-over ceramic tile from floor to ceiling is now a well-lit, functional, beautiful kitchen boasting custom cabinetry to the ceiling, handmade fish scale tile, Calacatta quartz countertops, and stylish retro hardware. All new appliances, including a dishwasher drawer. This homeowner was not afraid of color, and we just love it!

This condo, once inhabited by Teddy Roosevelt's granddaughter, got a major kitchen overhaul! What was once a dark and cramped space, with impractical storage, and painted-over ceramic tile from floor to ceiling is now a well-lit, functional, beautiful kitchen boasting custom cabinetry to the ceiling, handmade fish scale tile, Calacatta quartz countertops, and stylish retro hardware. All new appliances, including a dishwasher drawer. This homeowner was not afraid of color, and we just love it!

This young family in Richmond Hill had a shallow sloping lot on a ravine with such a sharp drop that it was impractical for most backyard activities. Most family activities were restricted to the glass panelled porch, only the dog enjoyed running around on the lawn. Betz provided a solution and helped to secure conservation approval for a four-foot retaining wall to level the area for a pool and patio.

Yonder Farm Residence
Architect: Locati Architects
General Contractor: Northfork Builders
Windows: Kolbe Windows
Photography: Longview Studios, Inc.

Beautiful kitchen transformation - from dated, country style Oak Kitchen to a new Cherry Kitchen with a custom grey stain. Custom giant "H" bulkhead created to solve impractical lighting, now housing LED potlights and pendants.

This is an example of a mid-sized modern front yard stamped concrete landscaping in Toronto.

This condo, once inhabited by Teddy Roosevelt's granddaughter, got a major kitchen overhaul! What was once a dark and cramped space, with impractical storage, and painted-over ceramic tile from floor to ceiling is now a well-lit, functional, beautiful kitchen boasting custom cabinetry to the ceiling, handmade fish scale tile, Calacatta quartz countertops, and stylish retro hardware. All new appliances, including a dishwasher drawer. This homeowner was not afraid of color, and we just love it!

The Phi Delta Theta house in Davis, California has been rooted in generations of use. The home was originally occupied in 1916 by the Calpha Agricultural Fraternity that eventually evolved into the California chapter of Phi Delta Theta. The original building was evaluated for renovation in the early 2000’s and it was determined renovation was impractical. The building was demolished and design was completed to maintain the original character of the building’s deep historical roots. Monley Cronin was selected and completed full reconstruction of the facility in 2013. Much of the exterior appearance and character of the building was maintained in the new facility. The building houses 19 beds and has dining and living space for 75.
Betty Woo Architecture
Photography by: Farrell Scott

The restored original pull-out bed with solid oak wheels
-photo by Blackstone Edge
Elegant guest medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom photo in Portland with gray walls
Elegant guest medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom photo in Portland with gray walls

The Phi Delta Theta house in Davis, California has been rooted in generations of use. The home was originally occupied in 1916 by the Calpha Agricultural Fraternity that eventually evolved into the California chapter of Phi Delta Theta. The original building was evaluated for renovation in the early 2000’s and it was determined renovation was impractical. The building was demolished and design was completed to maintain the original character of the building’s deep historical roots. Monley Cronin was selected and completed full reconstruction of the facility in 2013. Much of the exterior appearance and character of the building was maintained in the new facility. The building houses 19 beds and has dining and living space for 75.
Betty Woo Architecture
Photography by: Farrell Scott

Carlos Perez Lopez of Chromatica
Alcove shower - large transitional master white tile and stone tile marble floor alcove shower idea with a vessel sink, raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops and white walls
Alcove shower - large transitional master white tile and stone tile marble floor alcove shower idea with a vessel sink, raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops and white walls

This is an older house in Rice University that needed an updated master bathroom. The original shower was only 36" x 36". Spa Bath Renovation Spring 2014, Design and build. We moved the tub, shower and toilet to different locations to make the bathroom look more organized. We used pure white caeserstone counter tops, hansgrohe metris faucet, glass mosaic tile (Daltile - City Lights), stand silver 12 x 24 porcelain floor cut into 4 x 24 strips to make the chevron pattern on the floor, shower glass panel, shower niche, rain shower head, wet bath floating tub. Custom cabinets in a grey stain with mirror doors and circle overlays. The tower in center features charging station for toothbrushes, iPADs, and cell phones. Spacious Spa Bath. TV in bathroom, large chandelier in bathroom. Half circle cabinet doors with mirrors. Anther chandelier in a master bathroom. Zig zag tile design, zig zag how to do floor, how to do a zig tag tile floor, chevron tile floor, zig zag floor cut tile, chevron floor cut tile, chevron tile pattern, how to make a tile chevron floor pattern, zig zag tile floor pattern.

This Mercer Island ensuite renovation was not just a simple bedroom, closet, and bathroom upgrade but a thoughtful reconfiguration of the entire space. The clients, who were referred by a designer they had previously worked with, aimed to transform their outdated and impractical bathroom into a modern, functional, and spa-like sanctuary.
The project, initially delayed due to the pandemic, required significant adjustments to the original plans to meet permit requirements. The existing layout featured dated finishes and tiles, impractical vessel sinks, and lacked space for a king-size bed to overlook the water. To address these issues, the renovation involved extending the bedroom wall to accommodate the bed, replacing outdated finishes with modern white rift oak cabinetry and quartz countertops, and creating a huge walk-in closet. Additionally, the renovation team worked meticulously to ensure the new layout provided better lighting and ventilation.
The outcome was a transformed ensuite that exudes high-end privacy and style. By swapping the locations of the toilet and shower, the team created a more private and functional space, enhancing the overall spa-like experience. The new design not only met the clients' needs but also exceeded their expectations, resulting in a cozy, intimate area that perfectly blends ultra-modern aesthetics with practical functionality.

The custom beech cabinetry and Milestone inset contrast nicely with the dark soapstone counters and backsplash. Photography: Andrew Pogue Photography.
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