Smart Home Automation throughout this luxury Log Home, multiple disciplines controlled from Crestron automation platform through the use of in-wall touch screens, I-pads, I-phones, Handheld Remote controls and computer, to include: Audio / Video distribution, Lighting Control, Thermostats, Motorized Shades, LCD frosting window control, Security activation, Pan - Tilt - Zoom Cameras, Pool Interface, Telephone / intercom. Home can be monitored and controlled remotely from mobile devices and computers.

Already partially enclosed by an ipe fence and concrete wall, our client had a vision of an outdoor courtyard for entertaining on warm summer evenings since the space would be shaded by the house in the afternoon. He imagined the space with a water feature, lighting and paving surrounded by plants. With our marching orders in place, we drew up a schematic plan quickly and met to review two options for the space. These options quickly coalesced and combined into a single vision for the space. A thick, 60” tall concrete wall would enclose the opening to the street – creating privacy and security, and making a bold statement. We knew the gate had to be interesting enough to stand up to the large concrete walls on either side, so we designed and had custom fabricated by Dennis Schleder (www.dennisschleder.com) a beautiful, visually dynamic metal gate. Other touches include drought tolerant planting, bluestone paving with pebble accents, crushed granite paving, LED accent lighting, and outdoor furniture. Both existing trees were retained and are thriving with their new soil. Photography by: http://www.coreenschmidt.com/

Smart Home Automation throughout this luxury Log Home, multiple disciplines controlled from Crestron automation platform through the use of in-wall touch screens, I-pads, I-phones, Handheld Remote controls and computer, to include: Audio / Video distribution, Lighting Control, Thermostats, Motorized Shades, LCD frosting window control, Security activation, Pan - Tilt - Zoom Cameras, Pool Interface, Telephone / intercom. Home can be monitored and controlled remotely from mobile devices and computers.

Smart Home Automation throughout this luxury Log Home, multiple disciplines controlled from Crestron automation platform through the use of in-wall touch screens, I-pads, I-phones, Handheld Remote controls and computer, to include: Audio / Video distribution, Lighting Control, Thermostats, Motorized Shades, LCD frosting window control, Security activation, Pan - Tilt - Zoom Cameras, Pool Interface, Telephone / intercom. Home can be monitored and controlled remotely from mobile devices and computers.

Situated on a double-lot of beach front property, this 5600 SF home is a beautiful example of seaside architectural detailing and luxury. The home is actually more than 15,000 SF when including all of the outdoor spaces and balconies. Spread across its 4 levels are 5 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, his and her office, gym, living, dining, & family rooms. It is all topped off with a large deck with wet bar on the top floor for watching the sunsets. It also includes garage space for 6 vehicles, a beach access garage for water sports equipment, and over 1000 SF of additional storage space. The home is equipped with integrated smart-home technology to control lighting, air conditioning, security systems, entertainment and multimedia, and is backed up by a whole house generator.

Every Iron & Wood Gate from First Impression Ironworks is designed to provide security and beauty to your home, and is always custom built to your home’s specifications. Each gate is made in Arizona from the highest quality materials sourced here in the U.S.A., using only 100% American steel. Each Iron Gate is crafted from the most robust steel and gate posts available, as well as a standard 10” steel latch and lock guard, name brand Kwikset or Schlage hardware is always included, and customization is available for whatever needs fit your home best. Our product line includes a customizable array of steel plate gates, iron and wood gates, wrought iron and glass, or timeless iron and redwood gates. You can choose your Iron Gate from a variety of styles such as Contemporary, Traditional and Tuscan, and with additional options such as arches or digital locks. Our design consultants are here to help – Click the link below to learn more!

This Scottsdale home includes eight distributed video zones, twelve distributed audio zones, five Lutron HVAC zones, Lutron lighting, Pentair pool control, Elk Systems security, Luma surveillance system, and an Araknis enterprise class network all controlled by Savant.

Z.O. Landscaping Location: New Vernon, NJ, USA This project was a complete lighting renovation. We install over 65 lights to bring this property to life at night. We used a combination of different lights including uplighting, down lighting, pathway lights and a variety of accent lights. Lighting added a welcoming feature to this home as well as helps with security. A well light property is a safer property.

Z.O. Landscaping Location: New Vernon, NJ, USA This project was a complete lighting renovation. We install over 65 lights to bring this property to life at night. We used a combination of different lights including uplighting, down lighting, pathway lights and a variety of accent lights. Lighting added a welcoming feature to this home as well as helps with security. A well light property is a safer property.

Z.O. Landscaping Location: New Vernon, NJ, USA This project was a complete lighting renovation. We install over 65 lights to bring this property to life at night. We used a combination of different lights including uplighting, down lighting, pathway lights and a variety of accent lights. Lighting added a welcoming feature to this home as well as helps with security. A well light property is a safer property.

On a beautiful Florida day, the covered lanai is a great place to relax after a game of golf at one of the best courses in Florida! Great location just a minute walk to the club and practice range! Upgraded finishes and designer details will be included throughout this quality built home including porcelain tile and crown molding in the main living areas, Kraftmaid cabinetry, KitchenAid appliances, granite and quartz countertops, security system and more. Very energy efficient home with LED lighting, vinyl Low-e windows, R-38 insulation and 15 SEER HVAC system. The open kitchen features a large island for casual dining and enjoy golf course views from your dining room looking through a large picturesque mitered glass window. Lawn maintenance and water for irrigation included in HOA fees.

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Situated on a double-lot of beach front property, this 5600 SF home is a beautiful example of seaside architectural detailing and luxury. The home is actually more than 15,000 SF when including all of the outdoor spaces and balconies. Spread across its 4 levels are 5 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, his and her office, gym, living, dining, & family rooms. It is all topped off with a large deck with wet bar on the top floor for watching the sunsets. It also includes garage space for 6 vehicles, a beach access garage for water sports equipment, and over 1000 SF of additional storage space. The home is equipped with integrated smart-home technology to control lighting, air conditioning, security systems, entertainment and multimedia, and is backed up by a whole house generator.

The finishing touches of this glass contemporary wine cellar include sleek black matte mullions for a touch of elegance, and a door sweep to secure the enclosure, locking in the ideal wine-preservation environment. Read more: https://www.customwinecellar.com/ideas-modern-glass-wine-cellars-orange-county/ Cachet Wine Cellars 3731 W. Warner Ave. Unit A13 Santa Ana, CA 92704 Phone: (949) 569-7857

Designed with the home office in mind, the MODICA collection includes a Desk and Mobile File Pedestal. The unique platform desk stands securely on a black steel trestle base and features an open storage shelf flanked with two storage drawers. The mobile file pedestal keeps hanging files and supplies close at hand and makes a great home for a printer or all-in-one.

Situated on a double-lot of beach front property, this 5600 SF home is a beautiful example of seaside architectural detailing and luxury. The home is actually more than 15,000 SF when including all of the outdoor spaces and balconies. Spread across its 4 levels are 5 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, his and her office, gym, living, dining, & family rooms. It is all topped off with a large deck with wet bar on the top floor for watching the sunsets. It also includes garage space for 6 vehicles, a beach access garage for water sports equipment, and over 1000 SF of additional storage space. The home is equipped with integrated smart-home technology to control lighting, air conditioning, security systems, entertainment and multimedia, and is backed up by a whole house generator.

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

Kitchen - contemporary l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen idea in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Striking high-tech kitchen features contemporary furnishings and smart home automation from Control4 to enhance the ambiance and add the ultimate in convenience. Broadcast the music of your choice using a whole-home audio solution, powered by Control4. The recessed smart lighting and access lighting is designed to create the perfect personalized ambiance. Other automation options may include smart appliances, programmable thermostat control for comfort and energy management, home security system integration, and full A/V control. And everything can be controlled from virtually anywhere - using your Control4 app with a smart phone or tablet device or a convenient touch screen.