Michael Ferrero
Example of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen design in New York with a farmhouse sink, light wood cabinets, soapstone countertops, blue backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Linnette Roe
Inspiration for a small contemporary 3/4 white tile and porcelain tile marble floor and gray floor bathroom remodel in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, a one-piece toilet, gray walls and an integrated sink

Inspiration for a large rustic brown two-story wood exterior home remodel in DC Metro with a mixed material roof

Large rustic brown three-story metal gable roof idea in St Louis

Completed in partnership with LAM Studios Inc., this Fall 2024 renovation transformed multiple areas of a Dilworth home into a cohesive, functional, and beautifully updated living environment. The project included a complete kitchen remodel, living room renovation, bathroom remodel, laundry room update, dining room renovation, fireplace enhancement, and hallway improvements. The kitchen serves as the centerpiece of the renovation, featuring improved functionality, modern finishes, and a layout designed to support everyday living and entertaining. Adjacent living and dining spaces were thoughtfully redesigned to create a seamless flow throughout the home, while the updated fireplace provides a warm and inviting focal point. Additional improvements to the bathroom, laundry room, and hallway enhanced both comfort and efficiency, ensuring every space contributes to the home's overall functionality and style. Through careful planning, quality craftsmanship, and timeless design choices, this renovation successfully blends modern living with lasting elegance. The result is a beautifully refreshed home that feels brighter, more connected, and perfectly tailored to the homeowners' lifestyle.

Jordan Jones, JDS Home Improvement Egress Specialist
Inspiration for a modern basement remodel in DC Metro

Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall light wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Outdoor dining and living room areas. Dining area includes counter and arbor. In addition it is on a full range bluestone patio. Area also includes outdoor gas heaters.

A feminine space was developed for the lady of the house, who works from home. The large built-in bench doubles as a daybed and reading spot.
Mid-sized eclectic freestanding desk medium tone wood floor and brown floor study room photo in Austin with white walls

Large 1960s master gray tile and stone tile marble floor and black floor bathroom photo in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door and black countertops

Lee Monarch
Example of a small minimalist master brown tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile and beige floor wet room design in Other with a two-piece toilet, brown walls, a wall-mount sink and a hinged shower door

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless ceramic tile sunroom remodel in New York with a standard ceiling

Carport - large traditional attached two-car carport idea in Other

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless master beige tile and stone tile travertine floor bathroom remodel in Dallas with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, a two-piece toilet and white walls

This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Eric Roth Photo

Modern and sleek bathroom with black, white and gray. Black shaker cabinets with ample drawer storage and full height linen. Tie-dye gray and black Noble Marble countertops add a boho touch to this modern bathroom. A bold and edgy wall mount faucet from Waterworks adds a modern touch. The shower has simple white ceramic subway tiles with a grid pattern and contrasting black grout, accented by a unique cross shaped shampoo niche. Black basalt chevron on the shower pan ties in the modern black, white and gray hexagon floor. Two round mirrors overlap for a designer look. This bathroom is finished off by knurled black CB2 hardware and 2 hanging pendants from Mitzi with gorgeous chrome dipped light bulbs.

Boyles Home Improvement, Inc.
Inspiration for a timeless beige tile and porcelain tile alcove shower remodel in Raleigh with an integrated sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, solid surface countertops and a two-piece toilet

Kitchen Remodeling done by American Home Improvement
Example of a large trendy l-shaped ceramic tile and beige floor enclosed kitchen design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, beige backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and an island

Luxury vinyl plank flooring has the look of hardwood but is much less maintenance. It's a practical and beautiful choice for this young family. The raised panel cabinet door style offers cohesion with the kitchen in this home.