Front entry, shou sugi ban siding, ipe decking, Leslie Schwartz Photography
Home design - cottage home design idea in Chicago

When we first met, this client was extremely frustrated. A current contractor had left her with a yard in disarray, a project incomplete and the loss of an entire season of swimming pool use. Additionally, years of accumulated DIY projects left other potential landscape contractors overwhelmed and unwilling to take this project on. Picking up the pieces, we put together a design that would meet the client’s goals and our team set to work. We completed the retaining wall, laid a modular paver pool deck, updated the cedar deck, added privacy screening, solved drainage issues, installed LED lighting, overhauled plantings to maximize color and brought the lawn back to life. The re-defined space is a dream-come-true for our client. A yard which two years ago was a jungle of debris, is now the “go-to” gathering place for family & friends to relax and have fun.

When we first met, this client was extremely frustrated. A current contractor had left her with a yard in disarray, a project incomplete and the loss of an entire season of swimming pool use. Additionally, years of accumulated DIY projects left other potential landscape contractors overwhelmed and unwilling to take this project on. Picking up the pieces, we put together a design that would meet the client’s goals and our team set to work. We completed the retaining wall, laid a modular paver pool deck, updated the cedar deck, added privacy screening, solved drainage issues, installed LED lighting, overhauled plantings to maximize color and brought the lawn back to life. The re-defined space is a dream-come-true for our client. A yard which two years ago was a jungle of debris, is now the “go-to” gathering place for family & friends to relax and have fun.

When we first met, this client was extremely frustrated. A current contractor had left her with a yard in disarray, a project incomplete and the loss of an entire season of swimming pool use. Additionally, years of accumulated DIY projects left other potential landscape contractors overwhelmed and unwilling to take this project on. Picking up the pieces, we put together a design that would meet the client’s goals and our team set to work. We completed the retaining wall, laid a modular paver pool deck, updated the cedar deck, added privacy screening, solved drainage issues, installed LED lighting, overhauled plantings to maximize color and brought the lawn back to life. The re-defined space is a dream-come-true for our client. A yard which two years ago was a jungle of debris, is now the “go-to” gathering place for family & friends to relax and have fun.

Clear at the top, sea greenish at the bottom, this ombre style gives the bottle vase a unique vintage-inspired look. The narrow neck design makes them ideal for holding small bunches of flowers. A dinner party, wedding, baby shower, or any event will be incomplete without these cute vases. Fill it with long-stemmed flowers like rose, lavender, or trendy eucalyptus leaves (real or fake) and use it as a centerpiece for your events. These vases will beautifully accent whatever you choose and will complement just about any décor. These bud vases make great gifts for your loved ones. Purchase it as a wedding or housewarming gift to help bring charm to the recipient's space. Simply clean with a damp cloth, do not scrub them or put in dishwasher. These bottles are for decorative purposes only. They are not food grade. Sold both individually and in a case of 12, this bottle vase measures 6.5" Tall & 4.25" Diameter. Please note that all sizes are approximate and may vary slightly. You can count on quality, design and manufacturing when you order from Serene Spaces Living products, where we make everything with love.

When we first met, this client was extremely frustrated. A current contractor had left her with a yard in disarray, a project incomplete and the loss of an entire season of swimming pool use. Additionally, years of accumulated DIY projects left other potential landscape contractors overwhelmed and unwilling to take this project on. Picking up the pieces, we put together a design that would meet the client’s goals and our team set to work. We completed the retaining wall, laid a modular paver pool deck, updated the cedar deck, added privacy screening, solved drainage issues, installed LED lighting, overhauled plantings to maximize color and brought the lawn back to life. The re-defined space is a dream-come-true for our client. A yard which two years ago was a jungle of debris, is now the “go-to” gathering place for family & friends to relax and have fun.

When we first met, this client was extremely frustrated. A current contractor had left her with a yard in disarray, a project incomplete and the loss of an entire season of swimming pool use. Additionally, years of accumulated DIY projects left other potential landscape contractors overwhelmed and unwilling to take this project on. Picking up the pieces, we put together a design that would meet the client’s goals and our team set to work. We completed the retaining wall, laid a modular paver pool deck, updated the cedar deck, added privacy screening, solved drainage issues, installed LED lighting, overhauled plantings to maximize color and brought the lawn back to life. The re-defined space is a dream-come-true for our client. A yard which two years ago was a jungle of debris, is now the “go-to” gathering place for family & friends to relax and have fun.

Example of a trendy home design design in DC Metro

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

UNASHAMEDLY NOSTALGIC AND YET TIMELESSLY MODERN: | its octagonal design makes the 1930 Series a bathroom classic. Octagonal means having eight corners. Ingenious means creatively outstanding. The 1930 Series is both. The Duravit product range would be incomplete without this classic, which was designed in the Golden Era and presented to the public for the fi rst time in 1930. Over time, many charming pieces were added to 1930 Series to create the complete collection as we know it today. And yet, however consistently classic its look, 1930 Series epitomizes cutting-edge technology—as exemplifi ed by its wall-mounted bidet and WC. | Available at www.ShopStudio41.com

Before, this living room felt underutilized and visually unbalanced, with a disconnected focal point and minimal architectural presence. The space lacked both warmth and intention, leaving the layout feeling incomplete. Our goal was to create a refined focal point that brings together both structure and comfort—true to our philosophy of balancing the home’s strong architectural elements with its soft, lived-in experience. We reimagined the fireplace wall by introducing a clean, built-in composition with symmetrical shelving, integrated lighting, and a modern linear fireplace insert. The addition of custom cabinetry enhances both functionality and visual weight, anchoring the space. A new chandelier adds vertical interest and elevates the room, while carefully selected furnishings, textures, and warm neutral tones create a cohesive and inviting atmosphere. The result is a grounded yet elevated living space—where architectural clarity meets everyday comfort.

UNASHAMEDLY NOSTALGIC AND YET TIMELESSLY MODERN: | its octagonal design makes the 1930 Series a bathroom classic. Octagonal means having eight corners. Ingenious means creatively outstanding. The 1930 Series is both. The Duravit product range would be incomplete without this classic, which was designed in the Golden Era and presented to the public for the fi rst time in 1930. Over time, many charming pieces were added to 1930 Series to create the complete collection as we know it today. And yet, however consistently classic its look, 1930 Series epitomizes cutting-edge technology—as exemplifi ed by its wall-mounted bidet and WC. | Available at www.ShopStudio41.com

Add a vintage touch to your space with this golden bowl. Our gold iron bowl is an ideal centerpiece for kitchen countertop, dining table, living room, hotel reception, and events. Made from durable iron, it features a wide round open design for generous storage of items. Use this bowl to spruce up your desk or mantel by arranging a bouquet of flowers, use it as a fruit bowl for the kitchen counter, as a catchall on a side table, for serving candy, and in many more ways. You can also arrange pillar candles of differing heights and use it as a candleholder. Ideal for Indian festivals like Diwali, for a mix of floating diyas and flower petals. An engagement party or wedding with an Indian or vintage theme will be incomplete without these stylish bowls. Sold individually, this gold iron bowl measures 12" Diameter & 4" Tall. You can count on quality, design, and manufacturing when you order from Serene Spaces Living, where we curate everything with love.

If you want to create a gorgeous and glamorous wedding, holiday, or event centerpiece, look no further than our gold-brushed cylinder vase. Use this stylish metallic vase to showcase long-stemmed flowers like roses, tulips, and lilies, or simply as a standalone centerpiece to create an extra visual appeal for your decorations. A bridal shower or engagement party with a gold theme will be incomplete without this lovely vase. Sold individually, the vase measures 5" Diameter & 14" Tall. You can count on quality, design, and manufacturing when you order from Serene Spaces Living products, where we curate everything with love.

Shari Misturak
Bathroom - transitional bathroom idea in Orlando

Getting your homeowner's association board to approve your new custom garage doors can seem daunting. Dynamic Garage Door as a custom design and manufacturing firm has come across this situation quite frequently with a phenomenal success approval rate! In order to get approval for your custom garage door approval there are a few basic points you must understand. First off, your HOA is committed to preserving the neighborhood's curb appeal integrity by focusing on the impact your new custom garage doors might have on your house and the houses of your neighbors. It is important to understand that your curb appeal decisions will impact your home and neighborhood alike. Too many companies offer semi-custom wood doors without the true understanding of the client's need and the essence of their home's architectural style. The garage door design you choose needs to comply with neighborhood regulations while complement your home's architecture. At Dynamic Garage Door, our designers are well-rounded in the garage door industry and so we can suggest or develop designs that will reinforce the natural appearance of your home's style. If you can prove to your HOA that you've done your homework and that the garage door design you chose will complement not only your home but the neighborhood you'll be surprised when your proposal is marked with the approval stamp! This garage door is actually a single double-car door not two as it appears. The reason is that this garage used to have two separate doors with a post in the middle. The post in the middle made it difficult to use the garage on a daily basis so the post was removed to facilitate the use of the garage. The HOA wasn't too happy about the removal of the post as it was an essential part of the arches located right above the garage doors. You can clearly see how that would have been disruptive if the homeowner went with a regular wood door and not one custom designed and manufactured by Dynamic Garage Door. This garage door was specifically designed to address the HOA's concern about the center post removal and the effect it would have on the curb appeal of the home with the incomplete double arch look. So we addressed this by crafting the door with a false center post in the middle that was textured and painted the same color of the house to give off that illusion that the post is still there. Overall, it gives the home a complete finished appearance with two independent-looking doors and original post. The homeowner got the entire width of the opening to use at the push of a button so having a larger car won't be a problem anymore. The neighbors are all happy and no one seems to notice the center post is actually fake! Got an interesting garage door project you want our designers to review and price out for you? Give us a call at (855) 343-DOOR

The twin boys picked the tile and colors for their bathroom.
Corner bathtub - mid-sized modern kids' black and white tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile, black floor and single-sink corner bathtub idea with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, white countertops, a niche and a built-in vanity

We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash. Paint colors: Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024 Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23 Robert B. Narod Photography