A smoked glass privacy screen divides the shower and toilet compartments while ensuring both feel open and bright. An open shower features a curated mix of Dornbracht bath fittings, including rainfall, wall-mounted, and handheld shower options. A linear floor drain contributes to the clean lines of the room. The east-facing Pella windows include laminated safety glass with a frosted inner layer for privacy.

Portabella stained bamboo base cabinets and island with crystal white wall cabinets provide the backdrop for this modern kitchen. The slab doors, floating shelves and square lines contribute to the minimalist design. A geometric pattern backsplash adds depth to the space while solid white quartz countertops pulls the look together. Finishing touches include a custom range hood with a brushed nickel skirt and brushed nickel hardware.

Down a private lane and sited on an oak studded lot, this charming Kott home has been transformed with contemporary finishes and clean line design. Vaulted ceilings create light filled spaces that open to outdoor living. Modern choices of Italian tiles combine with hardwood floors and newly installed carpets. Fireplaces in both the living and family room. Dining room with picture window to the garden. Kitchen with ample cabinetry, newer appliances and charming eat-in area. The floor plan includes a gracious upstairs master suite and two well-sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms downstairs. Solar, A/C, steel Future Roof and dual pane windows and doors all contribute to the energy efficiency of this modern design. Quality throughout allows you to move right and enjoy the convenience of a close-in location and the desirable Kentfield school district.

The frameless glass shower enclosure highlights vertically stacked cerulean blue subway tiles, which add a dynamic sense of height while maintaining a clean and contemporary aesthetic. Thoughtfully integrated niche shelving ensures practical storage, while polished chrome fixtures, including a rainfall showerhead, contribute to a luxurious bathing experience.

This bathroom showcases a pristine white marble shower, accented with gray veining and complemented by a floor of circular mosaic tiles that compliment the rest of the French Country charm in the space. Gold fixtures, including a round showerhead, add a touch of luxury, while a built-in niche provides a practical storage solution. The shower's glass door maintains an open feel, and the window to the side invites in natural light, contributing to the space's clean and tranquil ambiance.

Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.

To achieve improved circulation and functionality, our design solution included reconfiguring the kitchen to center around an island and incorporating a new breakfast table peninsula. The custom kitchen boasts painted inset cabinets, three-piece crown molding and furniture details such as turned legs and wainscot paneling. Thoughtfully placed recessed and LED under-cabinet lighting offer multiple modes and levels of lighting. The warm hardwood floors and off-white Cambria® quartz countertops contribute to the room’s bright appeal. Photographer Bob Narod

The gently curved profile of the Ola cabinet creates a dramatic home theater. The cabinet features substantial top and bottom panels and curved glass doors that appear to wrap around the sides of the cabinet. The open center compartment has an adjustable shelf for use with a speaker, media or additional components. Features include grey tinted glass doors that are IR-remote compatible, hidden wheels for ease of movement, and flow-through ventilation to keep components cool.

The Islander is one of Fanimation's early fan designs that have withstood the test of time. For over twenty years, the natural elegance and versatility of this tropically inspired ceiling fan have contributed to its undiminished popularity. A few of The Islander's most commonly selected blade options include natural palm leaf and woven bamboo, but the Islander can also be paired with cairo purple or maple finish carved wood blades. CeilingFan.com

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The “Haverhill” is a simply elegant Georgian-style home. Symmetry and order are balanced by decorative details, all of which contribute to the authenticity of the design. Arched rooflines, copper dormers and stone masonry are just a few of the creative touches found on this home’s exterior. Inside, living spaces are comfortable and open, with the kitchen, dining, sitting, and living areas connected. Multiple office and workspaces, as well as a screened porch and large patio are also included on in the main level floor plan. The upper level features a large master bedroom, bathroom and connected laundry facility, as well as a home office and double en suite guest rooms.

This semi-custom home was designed by architect Alice Dodson. Reynolds Villa, named for its location on the beautiful Reynolds Mountain, features a traditional Craftsman-style exterior with stucco and stone, creating a luxurious mountain retreat with breathtaking vistas. Inside, classic styling is elevated with elegant finishes and thoughtful details throughout, including a large custom wine cellar—a stunning centerpiece for entertaining and a reflection of the home’s exceptional craftsmanship. Every element of this semi-custom build contributes to a unique, one-of-a-kind mountain residence. J. Weiland

With adjacent neighbors within a fairly dense section of Paradise Valley, Arizona, C.P. Drewett sought to provide a tranquil retreat for a new-to-the-Valley surgeon and his family who were seeking the modernism they loved though had never lived in. With a goal of consuming all possible site lines and views while maintaining autonomy, a portion of the house — including the entry, office, and master bedroom wing — is subterranean. This subterranean nature of the home provides interior grandeur for guests but offers a welcoming and humble approach, fully satisfying the clients requests. While the lot has an east-west orientation, the home was designed to capture mainly north and south light which is more desirable and soothing. The architecture’s interior loftiness is created with overlapping, undulating planes of plaster, glass, and steel. The woven nature of horizontal planes throughout the living spaces provides an uplifting sense, inviting a symphony of light to enter the space. The more voluminous public spaces are comprised of stone-clad massing elements which convert into a desert pavilion embracing the outdoor spaces. Every room opens to exterior spaces providing a dramatic embrace of home to natural environment. Grand Award winner for Best Interior Design of a Custom Home The material palette began with a rich, tonal, large-format Quartzite stone cladding. The stone’s tones gaveforth the rest of the material palette including a champagne-colored metal fascia, a tonal stucco system, and ceilings clad with hemlock, a tight-grained but softer wood that was tonally perfect with the rest of the materials. The interior case goods and wood-wrapped openings further contribute to the tonal harmony of architecture and materials. Grand Award Winner for Best Indoor Outdoor Lifestyle for a Home This award-winning project was recognized at the 2020 Gold Nugget Awards with two Grand Awards, one for Best Indoor/Outdoor Lifestyle for a Home, and another for Best Interior Design of a One of a Kind or Custom Home. At the 2020 Design Excellence Awards and Gala presented by ASID AZ North, Ownby Design received five awards for Tonal Harmony. The project was recognized for 1st place – Bathroom; 3rd place – Furniture; 1st place – Kitchen; 1st place – Outdoor Living; and 2nd place – Residence over 6,000 square ft. Congratulations to Claire Ownby, Kalysha Manzo, and the entire Ownby Design team. Tonal Harmony was also featured on the cover of the July/August 2020 issue of Luxe Interiors + Design and received a 14-page editorial feature entitled “A Place in the Sun” within the magazine.

The addition of undercabinet lighting was a brilliant choice by the designer, ensuring that every nook and cranny of the kitchen was well lit, including the deepest corners. This not only enhanced the functionality of the kitchen but also contributed to the overall aesthetic appeal.

This semi-custom home was designed by architect Alice Dodson. Reynolds Villa, named for its location on the beautiful Reynolds Mountain, features a traditional Craftsman-style exterior with stucco and stone, creating a luxurious mountain retreat with breathtaking vistas. Inside, classic styling is elevated with elegant finishes and thoughtful details throughout, including a traditional seated bar—perfect for entertaining and enjoying the home’s warm, inviting atmosphere. Every element of this semi-custom build contributes to a unique, one-of-a-kind mountain residence. J. Weiland

This aerial view of a Dallas backyard by Alterra Landscape Design highlights an exceptional example of dedicated outdoor living. As expert landscape architects, they've masterfully integrated a custom-shaped putting green, creating a focal point for recreation. The vibrant green turf is bordered by warm-toned gravel, offering a clean, modern aesthetic. Surrounding elements include lush green lawn, neatly bordered shrubbery, and mature trees providing natural shade, all contributing to a private and highly functional backyard oasis.

Located in, Summit Park, Park City UT lies one of the most efficient houses in the country. The Summit Haus – designed and built by Chris Price of PCD+B, is an exploration in design and construction of advanced high performance housing. Seeing a rising demand for sustainable housing along with rising Carbon emissions leading to global warming, this house strives to show that sensible, good design can create spaces adequate for today’s housing demands while adhering to strict standards. The house was designed to meet the very rigid Passiv House rating system – 90% more efficient than a typical home in the area. The house itself was intended to nestle neatly into the 45 degree sloped site and to take full advantage of the limited solar access and views. The views range from short, highly wooded views to a long corridor out towards the Uinta Mountain range towards the east. The house was designed and built based off Passiv Haus standards, and the framing and ventilation became critical elements to maintain such minimal energy requirements. Zola triple-pane, tilt-and-turn Thermo uPVC windows contribute substantially to the home’s energy efficiency, and takes advantage of the beautiful surrounding of the location, including forrest views from the deck off of the kitchen. Photographer: City Home Collective

Michael Habachy designed this luxurious master bathroom for a penthouse in Buckhead. It began as a completely raw space with concrete floors and framing, allowing the designer to tailor every single detail to fit the client’s lifestyle. The client wanted a dramatic and luxurious look, but also functionality. The custom, Neo-classic inspired vanity achieves that by concealing the power for blow dryers and curling irons, and integrating a built-in towel warmer. Materials such as polished Calacutta marble and special cut and beveled diamond shaped mirrors contribute to the luxurious feel. Every feature received a tremendous attention to detail, including the black and white tiled rug with inset stainless steel dots. A rich layering effect was achieved by placing a custom made linear light fixture in front of white sheers, to give the illusion that its droplets of Swarovski crystals were woven into the fabric. Photography by Jeff Roffman

This contemporary kitchen features a high gloss gray finish paired with matte wenge end panels. Matching appliance panels on the Sub-Zero appliances contribute to the sleek nature of this kitchen remodel. Features include a stainless farmhouse sink, gas rangetop, pocket doors and a floating hood. Concealed countertop work stations in the tall cabinets hide the small appliances (i.e. coffee maker) to keep clutter to a minimum. Photo by Jim Schmid Photography.