Dark windows with black exterior framing on a traditional brick house! NT Thermal Break Aluminum windows provide everything including that modern look to increase curb appeal.

This project included an addition to the home to make room for a larger kitchen and master bath. The kitchen includes Bridgewood Advantage maple raised panel cabinetry in white paint. The countertop is black galaxy granite. The addition allowed us to double the size of the kitchen. We removed the walls that separated the kitchen from the dining/living area to create a more open feel. We were able to include an island, large pantry and increase counter space. We also installed a tile backsplash.

This spacious Misty III boasts lots of upgrades including gorgeous tile throughout the main living areas and premium granite countertops in the kitchen and baths. The designer kitchen offers tons of storage with upgraded cabinets, increased depth and staggered installation and crown molding, accented by stainless steel appliances and a flush island counter. The split layout offers a private master suite with an extra-large walk-in closet, raised vanity and large walk-in shower.

This spacious Misty III boasts lots of upgrades including gorgeous tile throughout the main living areas and premium granite countertops in the kitchen and baths. The designer kitchen offers tons of storage with upgraded cabinets, increased depth and staggered installation and crown molding, accented by stainless steel appliances and a flush island counter. The split layout offers a private master suite with an extra-large walk-in closet, raised vanity and large walk-in shower.

This spacious Misty III boasts lots of upgrades including gorgeous tile throughout the main living areas and premium granite countertops in the kitchen and baths. The designer kitchen offers tons of storage with upgraded cabinets, increased depth and staggered installation and crown molding, accented by stainless steel appliances and a flush island counter. The split layout offers a private master suite with an extra-large walk-in closet, raised vanity and large walk-in shower.

This spacious Misty III boasts lots of upgrades including gorgeous tile throughout the main living areas and premium granite countertops in the kitchen and baths. The designer kitchen offers tons of storage with upgraded cabinets, increased depth and staggered installation and crown molding, accented by stainless steel appliances and a flush island counter. The split layout offers a private master suite with an extra-large walk-in closet, raised vanity and large walk-in shower.

Living room of a minimalist ADU
Example of a small trendy open concept concrete floor and gray floor living room design in Portland with white walls

This spacious Misty III boasts lots of upgrades including gorgeous tile throughout the main living areas and premium granite countertops in the kitchen and baths. The designer kitchen offers tons of storage with upgraded cabinets, increased depth and staggered installation and crown molding, accented by stainless steel appliances and a flush island counter. The split layout offers a private master suite with an extra-large walk-in closet, raised vanity and large walk-in shower.

This spacious Misty III boasts lots of upgrades including gorgeous tile throughout the main living areas and premium granite countertops in the kitchen and baths. The designer kitchen offers tons of storage with upgraded cabinets, increased depth and staggered installation and crown molding, accented by stainless steel appliances and a flush island counter. The split layout offers a private master suite with an extra-large walk-in closet, raised vanity and large walk-in shower.

Mark Hoyle Originally, this 3700 SF two level eclectic farmhouse from the mid 1980’s underwent design changes to reflect a more colonial style. Now, after being completely renovated with additional 2800 SF living space, it’s combined total of 6500 SF boasts an Energy Star certification of 5 stars. Approaching this completed home, you will meander along a new driveway through the dense buffer of trees until you reach the clearing, and then circle a tiered fountain on axis with the front entry accentuating the symmetrical main structure. Many of the exterior changes included enclosing the front porch and rear screened porch, replacing windows, replacing all the vinyl siding with and fiber cement siding, creating a new front stoop with winding brick stairs and wrought iron railings as will as other additions to the left and rear of the home. The existing interior was completely fro the studs and included modifying uses of many of the existing rooms such as converting the original dining room into an oval shaped theater with reclining theater seats, fiber-optic starlight ceiling and an 80” television with built-in surround sound. The laundry room increased in size by taking in the porch and received all new cabinets and finishes. The screened porch across the back of the house was enclosed to create a new dining room, enlarged the kitchen, all of which allows for a commanding view of the beautifully landscaped pool. The upper master suite begins by entering a private office then leads to a newly vaulted bedroom, a new master bathroom with natural light and an enlarged closet. The major portion of the addition space was added to the left side as a part time home for the owner’s brother. This new addition boasts an open plan living, dining and kitchen, a master suite with a luxurious bathroom and walk–in closet, a guest suite, a garage and its own private gated brick courtyard entry and direct access to the well appointed pool patio. And finally the last part of the project is the sunroom and new lagoon style pool. Tucked tightly against the rear of the home. This room was created to feel like a gazebo including a metal roof and stained wood ceiling, the foundation of this room was constructed with the pool to insure the look as if it is floating on the water. The pool’s negative edge opposite side allows open views of the trees beyond. There is a natural stone waterfall on one side of the pool and a shallow area on the opposite side for lounge chairs to be placed in it along with a hot tub that spills into the pool. The coping completes the pool’s natural shape and continues to the patio utilizing the same stone but separated by Zoysia grass keeping the natural theme. The finishing touches to this backyard oasis is completed utilizing large boulders, Tempest Torches, architectural lighting and abundant variety of landscaping complete the oasis for all to enjoy.

Photography - Casey Dunn
Inspiration for a modern open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room remodel in Austin with white walls

The Arrow Storage Locker Steel Storage Shed is a do it yourself project. The shed comes in a kit form and can be purchased through National Home Centers, Hardware stores and online Features: - Electro Galvanized Steel for corrosion resistance - Sizeable 7’ x 2’ footprint size to accommodate a variety of storage needs - Sloped steel roof to reduce pooling water - Double swing doors with large opening for easy entry and exit - Appealing aesthetics – Eggshell & Coffee to complement home exteriors - Includes four shelves and tool hanging rack for increased storage - DIY assembly with pre-cut and pre-drilled parts - 12 year limited warranty

The clients believed the peninsula footprint was required due to the unique entry points from the hallway leading to the dining room and the foyer. The new island increases storage, counters and a more pleasant flow of traffic from all directions. The biggest challenge was trying to make the structural beam that ran perpendicular to the space work in a new design; it was off center and difficult to balance the cabinetry and functional spaces to work with it. In the end it was decided to increase the budget and invest in moving the header in the ceiling to achieve the best design, esthetically and funcationlly. Specific storage designed to meet the clients requests include: - pocket doors at counter tops for everyday appliances - deep drawers for pots, pans and Tupperware - island includes designated zone for baking supplies - tall and shallow pantry/food storage for easy access near island - pull out spice near cooking - tray dividers for assorted baking pans/sheets, cutting boards and numerous other serving trays - cutlery and knife inserts and built in trash/recycle bins to keep things organized and convenient to use, out of sight - custom design hutch to hold various, yet special dishes and silverware Elements of design chosen to meet the clients wishes include: - painted cabinetry to lighten up the room that lacks windows and give relief/contrast to the expansive wood floors - monochromatic colors throughout give peaceful yet elegant atmosphere o stained island provides interest and warmth with wood, but still unique in having a different stain than the wood floors – this is repeated in the tile mosaic backsplash behind the rangetop - punch of fun color used on hutch for a unique, furniture feel - carefully chosen detailed embellishments like the tile mosaic, valance toe boards, furniture base board around island, and island pendants are traditional details to not only the architecture of the home, but also the client’s furniture and décor. - Paneled refrigerator minimizes the large appliance, help keeping an elegant feel Superior cooking equipment includes a combi-steam oven, convection wall ovens paired with a built-in refrigerator with interior air filtration to better preserve fresh foods. Photography by Gregg Willett

Gary Duff Designs was called on to this Long Island home to maximize and transform a small space. Building on the existing features, including a pool and patio, the team added a new outdoor kitchen to increase the functionality and livability. In order to increase privacy, a slat wall was built from colored PVC fence material. This installation provides a new sense of seclusion during winter months, when thinning plants can’t provide the same level of protection. An interesting Techo Bloc Antika apron detail was also used to connect the driveway with the front walkway, welcoming visitors all the way from the street to the first step inside.

The 1200 Model is a modern 2 bedroom + study + 2 bathroom home built completely out of teak grown on deforested cattle lands through reforestation efforts. Includes a 530ft2 teak deck. This prefabricated ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) reduces your carbon footprint while gaining rental income and increasing the value of your property. Furniture-grade finishes Teak exterior cladding Teak wide plank floor Teak Ceiling Teak doors, millwork, and cabinetry Solar option available 1200 sf home with 530 sf deck Site plan, design, engineering, and permit coordination included *Pricing for house kit. Contact Us for Turn-Key Installation Estimate

The homeowners needed to repair and replace their old porch, which they loved and used all the time. The best solution was to replace the screened porch entirely, and include a wrap-around open air front porch to increase curb appeal while and adding outdoor seating opportunities at the front of the house. The tongue and groove wood ceiling and exposed wood and brick add warmth and coziness for the owners while enjoying the bug-free view of their beautifully landscaped yard.

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This client came to us wanting some help with updating the master bath in their home. Their primary goals were to increase the size of the shower, add a rain head, add a freestanding tub and overall freshen the feel of the space. The existing layout of the bath worked well, so we left the basic footprint the same, but increased the size of the shower and added a freestanding tub on a bit of an angle which allowed for some additional storage. One of the most important things on the wish list was adding a rainhead in the shower, but this was not an easy task with the angled ceiling. We came up with the solution of using an extra long wall-mounted shower arm that was reinforced with a meal bracket attached the ceiling. This did the trick, and no extra framing or insulation was required to make it work. The materials selected for the space are classic and fresh. Large format white oriental marble is used throughout the bath, on the floor in a herrinbone pattern and in a staggered brick pattern on the walls. Alder cabinets with a gray stain contrast nicely with the white marble, while shiplap detail helps unify the space and gives it a casual and cozy vibe. Storage solutions include an area for towels and other necessities at the foot of the tub, roll out shelves and out storage in the vanities and a custom niche and shaving ledge in the shower. We love how just a few simple changes can make such a great impact! Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKBD Photography by: LOMA Studios For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Hammer & Hand built this custom listening room for a Portland audiophile. To isolate the room from the rest of the home and improve the listening experience the space includes a self-contained minisplit heat pump and a dedicated cryogenically-treated electricity system. Tibetan bowls allow the client to tune the room. Noted acoustic engineer Art Noxon positioned gray bass traps along the walls of the room so bass frequencies penetrate the walls instead of bouncing around the room. The team removed a bathroom to increase the size of the space to 11 x 17. Double sound attenuating doors lock sound into the room and keep the rest of the home quiet. A small storage room adjoining the listening room includes a custom built bookshelf for holding records, CDs, and other items. Photos by Jeff Amram Photography