Peter Vanderwarker
Example of a transitional exterior home design in Portland Maine

A low stone wall defines the parking area and softens the view of parked cars. The wall also holds back grade to allow for a level parking area. Where the drive passes through the wall, a long granite slab acts as a speed bump and indicator that one has entered a different space.

The large antique coromandel screen features perfectly on what would otherwise feel like an overwhelmingly-large wall. An aluminum-topped coffee table lends an interesting texture with metal, but can withstand some serious wear-and-tear. Union Jack leather pillows are a fun nod to the client's Cambridge education... even though his jokes indicate no education at all! photo: Rick Rifle

This Brizo Kitchen Faucet Features: Finish: Stainless Length: 11.5 Height: 15.91 Width: 6.53 SmartTouch Technology with TempID – tap on/off functionality with temperature indicating LED light MagneDock Technology – magnetic docking system Diamond Seal Technology Euro-motion Diamond Valve with InnoFlex waterways Touch-Clean nozzles – swipe away mineral deposits Two-button, four-function wand: spray, stream, volume control and pause 1-hole installation Spout swivels 360° Accommodates up to 3" deck thickness Comes with standard fittings Optional A/C adapter EP73954 Maximum 1.8 gpm @ 60 PSI, 6.8 L/Min @ 414 kPa One, two, three, or four hole mount(escutcheon optional) Control mechanism shall be full-motion valve cartridge Rotating spout Red/blue indicator markings Four-function wand; Aerated stream, full spray, volume control, and pause (64003LF) Two-function wand; Aerated stream and full spray(64903LF) Dual integral check valves in sprayer LED indicator light signals on-off, water temperature and when batteries run low Uses 6 AA (included) or 6 C (optional) batteries Optional (EP73954) 120V AC adapter available(3 prong grounded outlet required) Quick connect hoses Note: See 63903LF-* for matching bar/prep

Example of a large classic backyard stone patio design in Chicago with a fire pit and a pergola

This Project was installed with manufactured wet cast stone tiles by Silvercreek Stoneworks. The color used is called Bluestone.
Mid-sized minimalist backyard stone patio photo in Milwaukee with no cover

Q: Tell us about your Valencia floor. A: Out of all our interior selections, we began with our choice of flooring. Even though the Valencia Walnut flooring is softer than most wood species, we are careful with it, and Walnut is what we wanted. Our Walnut floor feels almost cushiony underfoot compared to Oak or Hickory. We are careful not to drag furniture over it and we do not wear our outside shoes in the house. I’ve done a lot of work with Walnut so I knew how it would perform. The feeling you get from Walnut is worth putting up with the risk of damage. I love that it’s like a piece of beautiful furniture. We lie on it and do our stretches on it. It’s super comfortable. The Walnut flooring is the significant feature for creating the luxurious, warm and cozy atmosphere for the house we were wanting.

Stone: Cut Coarse Stone - Madrona Cut Coarse Stone is reminiscent of a saw-cut Turkish Limestone. The highly textural and yet contemporary linear-style installs with a clean, dry-stack application. This stone is the perfect scale for an efficient installation, appealing to both commercial and residential exteriors and interiors. The stones include three different heights of 3″, 6″ and 9″ and various lengths from 12″ to 24″. The muted color palette is indicative of natural limestone. Get a Sample of Cut Coarse Stone: https://shop.eldoradostone.com/products/cut-coarse-stone-sample

William Manning Photography
Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in Cincinnati

After construction but before positioning of the cedar beds: the tarp indicates the approximate placement for the new Vegetable Garden. Raised cedar beds, constructed by Ben Brunette Carpentry, are waiting to be moved into a strategic position, with maximum sunlight and easy access to water. Once the beds are moved there and planted with edibles (vegetables, edible flowers, and pollinator attractors), they will also offer easy access for harvesting and enjoyment of home produce on the deck and in the kitchen.

Taking up about 8,000 square feet on one of the top floors of the city’s third-tallest building, the condo’s focal point isn't the panoramic city views but the clients’ expansive art collection.

This panoramic view of the completed project highlights the skill used to blend old and new to create a perfect outdoor living space. Massive trees tower over the newly added pool and sunken ramada. Still, there is no indication that any of the features were recently added.

This Brizo Kitchen Faucet Features: Finish: Stainless Length: 11.06 Height: 14.88 Width: 6.53 SmartTouch Technology with TempID – tap on/off functionality with temperature indicating LED light MagneDock Technology – magnetic docking system Diamond Seal Technology Euro-motion Diamond Valve with InnoFlex waterways Touch-Clean nozzles – swipe away mineral deposits Two-function pull-down wand: spray and stream 1-hole installation Spout swivels 360° Accommodates up to 3" deck thickness Comes with standard fittings Optional A/C adapter EP73954 Maximum 1.8 gpm @ 60 PSI, 6.8 L/Min @ 414 kPa One, two, three, or four hole mount (escutcheon optional) Control mechanism shall be full-motion valve cartridge Rotating spout Red/blue indicator markings Four-function wand; Aerated stream, full spray, volume control, and pause (64003LF) Two-function wand; Aerated stream and full spray (64903LF) Dual integral check valves in sprayer LED indicator light signals on-off, water temperature and when batteries run low Uses 6 AA (included) or 6 C (optional) batteries Optional (EP73954) 120V AC adapter available (3 prong grounded outlet required) Quick connect hoses Note: See 63903LF-* for matching bar/prep

Exterior showing the new raised roof. The new roof is not visible from the front/road side so gives no indication of the space until you enter it.
Patio - small contemporary one-story and backyard concrete fiberboard and concrete patio idea with no cover

At the Lovelle’s Houston home we did a full baluster swap of the old wood pickets with our powder coated wrought iron balusters, replaced all the handrails, and replaced the starter steps’ false cap. We also replaced the original post with a new one, touched up and refinished to match. The stairs now have that old world charm that is indicative of a Venetian Stairs remodel.

Inspiration for a transitional home bar remodel in Los Angeles

For continued outdoor enjoyment, weatherproof wicker, and fade- and spill-resistant Sunbrella (TM) fabric cushions, enable the owners to enjoy the balcony without concern about the elements. The balcony is also private because of the screening by garden plants (photos follow). The plant (softscaping) budget is $, whereas the hardscaping budget is $$ N.B. At the end of these slides, sources are listed to indicate where some of the materials and plants were obtained. Please note the availability varies from year to year.

Stone: Ledgecut33 - Ocean Floor Cut Coarse Stone is reminiscent of a saw-cut Turkish Limestone. The highly textural and yet contemporary linear-style installs with a clean, dry-stack application. This stone is the perfect scale for an efficient installation, appealing to both commercial and residential exteriors and interiors. The stones include three different heights of 3″, 6″ and 9″ and various lengths from 12″ to 24″. The muted color palette is indicative of natural limestone. Get a Sample of LedgeCut33: https://shop.eldoradostone.com/products/cut-coarse-stone-sample