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The new kitchen layout maximizes countertop and storage space as well as enhances overall functionality,
To add visual interest to the large space we used two toned cabinets – classic white along the perimeter and a deep blue to distinguish the two islands and tall pantry. Brushed brass accents echo the original brass hardware and fixtures throughout the home. A kitchen this large needed a statement when it came to the countertops so we selected a stunning Nuvolato quartzite with distinctive veining that complements the blue cabinets. We restored and refinished the original Heart of Pine floors, letting the natural character of the wood shine through. A custom antique Heart of Pine wood top was commissioned for the fixed island – the warmth of wood was preferable to stone for the informal seating area. The second island serves as both prep area and staging space for dinners and events. This mobile island can be pushed flush with the stationary island to provide a generous area for the caterers to expedite service.

At Liberty Windoors , a custom modern entry door is, without question, the ultimate finishing touch for your entryway, offering an unmatched combination of craftsmanship, security, energy performance, and durability. Whether you are striving to meet the most strict Green Building standards in the world, or simply looking for a beautiful, sturdy, secure and modern entry door that will last for generations , Liberty Windoors offers one of the largest selections of modern and contemporary entry doors available anywhere.
Security Features
All front doors are engineered around a high quality multi-point locking system.
Energy Efficiency
Most doors far exceed the Energy Star thermal performance values, standards.
Size & Configuration
Variations with fixed sidelites and transom in various designs possible.
Finish & Color
Our doors are elaborately powder coated providing a very durable and stylish finish.
Visit Our Online Shop To Browse and Shop Our In Stock Selection Available Now : www.shop.libertywindoors.com
To Learn About Custom Front Door Orders and For More Information : www.libertywindoors.com
TEL : (973) 773-2188
EMAIL: infonj@libertywindoors.com

The featured Brentwood home is an elegant Mediterranean style influenced by the architecture of Tuscany. The home, designed by Karen Putman of p2 Design, consists of 5,618 square feet of livable area plus an outdoor covered living room of 300 sq. ft. and a two-car garage. The floor plan includes formal and informal living areas as well as 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths plus a play room lofted above the second floor.
The client of this beautiful home selected fine material finishes…making for a refined feel of quality throughout. The informal family room opens to a kitchen and breakfast room as well as a seamless transition onto an exterior living room…adorned with a fireplace, entertainment center and luxurious swimming pool beyond. A raised spa, with glass tiled surface and infinity edge…has the visual effect of a wet cube of glass protruding above the waterline of the pool. Rich textured stone, brick and wood accents throughout the home interior and exterior combine to create a beautiful accomplishment of old-world design with all of the latest amenities and technology.
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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

At Liberty Windoors , a custom modern entry door is, without question, the ultimate finishing touch for your entryway, offering an unmatched combination of craftsmanship, security, energy performance, and durability. Whether you are striving to meet the most strict Green Building standards in the world, or simply looking for a beautiful, sturdy, secure and modern entry door that will last for generations , Liberty Windoors offers one of the largest selections of modern and contemporary entry doors available anywhere.
Security Features
All front doors are engineered around a high quality multi-point locking system.
Energy Efficiency
Most doors far exceed the Energy Star thermal performance values, standards.
Size & Configuration
Variations with fixed sidelites and transom in various designs possible.
Finish & Color
Our doors are elaborately powder coated providing a very durable and stylish finish.
Visit Our Online Shop To Browse and Shop Our In Stock Selection Available Now : www.shop.libertywindoors.com
To Learn About Custom Front Door Orders and For More Information : www.libertywindoors.com
TEL : (973) 773-2188
EMAIL: infonj@libertywindoors.com

In this digital age, the library is still your sanctuary – an intimate space filled with books and precious objets d’art.
Clockwise from lower left: Bicester Executive Chair, Chippendale’s Signature Desk, Art Deco Box, Bouilotte Lamp, Holton Wing Armchairs, Parliament Club Fender, The Stand Off sculpture, Brass Acorn Candlestick, Tazza after the Antique, A Puppy, Pleading brass sculpture, Parkland Chase study of two hounds, Octagonal Tea Caddy, Indigo Lamp, Impala at Rest Sculpture, Walpole Bookcase, Hickory Box, Acorn Foot Canterbury, Upholstered Wing Armchair (contact us for more information), The Drawing Room Chandelier, Tiepolo’s Library Bookcase, Serpent Coils Tazza, Lions of Medici Sculpture (one of a pair), Barber Pole Caddy, Shakespeare Globe Paperweight, The Wise Old Owl, Regency Horse-Head Paperweight, Shagreen Inlaid Box, Made to Suit Games Table, St John Games Chair, Doberman Sculpture (one of a pair). The library also features a selection of library panels and carved faux book spines.

The featured Brentwood home is an elegant Mediterranean style influenced by the architecture of Tuscany. The home, designed by Karen Putman of p2 Design, consists of 5,618 square feet of livable area plus an outdoor covered living room of 300 sq. ft. and a two-car garage. The floor plan includes formal and informal living areas as well as 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths plus a play room lofted above the second floor.
The client of this beautiful home selected fine material finishes…making for a refined feel of quality throughout. The informal family room opens to a kitchen and breakfast room as well as a seamless transition onto an exterior living room…adorned with a fireplace, entertainment center and luxurious swimming pool beyond. A raised spa, with glass tiled surface and infinity edge…has the visual effect of a wet cube of glass protruding above the waterline of the pool. Rich textured stone, brick and wood accents throughout the home interior and exterior combine to create a beautiful accomplishment of old-world design with all of the latest amenities and technology.

Our client was looking to update the master bath and dressing area in their penthouse condo with a clean modern feel. The goal was to create 3 unique spaces with distinct personalities, yet create flow and connections from one to the other.
An initial selection for the shower area tile served as a starting point and informed the rest of the design. The custom vanity was constructed with angular integrated handles and a 4" thick countertop which extended into the shower to act as a shelf. The extra large shower allowed us to eliminate the door and provide a bench as well as towel and robe storage. A Duravit toilet continues the angular theme.
To create connection, the rich deep yellow of the linen closet reappears in the dressing area where a custom outfitted cabinet holds the owner's shoes and socks. With a focus on the view from the bedroom, through the dressing area and into the bathroom.

At Liberty Windoors , a custom modern entry door is, without question, the ultimate finishing touch for your entryway, offering an unmatched combination of craftsmanship, security, energy performance, and durability. Whether you are striving to meet the most strict Green Building standards in the world, or simply looking for a beautiful, sturdy, secure and modern entry door that will last for generations , Liberty Windoors offers one of the largest selections of modern and contemporary entry doors available anywhere.
Security Features
All front doors are engineered around a high quality multi-point locking system.
Energy Efficiency
Most doors far exceed the Energy Star thermal performance values, standards.
Size & Configuration
Variations with fixed sidelites and transom in various designs possible.
Finish & Color
Our doors are elaborately powder coated providing a very durable and stylish finish.
Visit Our Online Shop To Browse and Shop Our In Stock Selection Available Now : www.shop.libertywindoors.com
To Learn About Custom Front Door Orders and For More Information : www.libertywindoors.com
TEL : (973) 773-2188
EMAIL: infonj@libertywindoors.com

Bradley Beach Residence |
Situated on a corner lot in the seaside town of Bradley Beach, NJ. Our client wanted to update this 1930’s beach bungalow without losing its coastal charm. The design strategy was to strengthen the connection between interior & exterior spaces. In order to re-orient the internal organization, the main entry was relocated from the north to the east side of the house. On the north façade a new two level porch was added keeping the massing of the house in concert with the neighborhood fabric and provided views to the Atlantic Ocean from the Master Suite.
Past renovations and additions caused a fragmented floor plan with no connection the backyard. By removing a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor we were able to enlarge the kitchen while creating a visual connection to the new pool area and backyard. The addition of a butler panty walk-thru acts as a transition between the informal kitchen and the new entry foyer. The interior design, material selections and articulations lend color & texture to the once bland palette. Every finishing detail unifies the coastal location, existing charm, & eclectic style of our client, resulting in a vibrant yet intimate space.

Our team of experts will guide you through the entire process taking care of all essential inspections and approvals. We will share every little detail with you so that you can make an informed decision. Our team will help you decide which is the best option for your home, such as an upstairs or a ground floor room addition. We help select the furnishing, paints, appliances, and other elements to ensure that the design meets your expectations and reflects your vision. We ensure that the renovation done to your house is not visible to onlookers from inside or outside. Our experienced designers and builders will guarantee that the room added will look like an original part of your home and will not negatively impact its future selling price.

With an ideal location in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, this dated Victorian residence had "beautiful bones" but had been sitting on the market for a year before being purchased with plans to revitalize the interior. Interior designer, Noel Han, explained, "Historical Victorian homes in this area often have beautiful architectural elements that I aim to preserve, but the floor plan and layout tend to be stuffy, not live-able and not light filled. Modern families want bright, light-filled, spacious rooms that take advantage of outdoor views and living spaces, and function well for storage, meals and entertaining."
Preserving the architectural integrity and special features of the home was one of Han's goals but at the same time, she re-designed the space, moving walls and adding windows to create an open floorplan that flowed easily between the kitchen and outdoor living spaces. Where the range once stood in the original design, now an entire wall of windows provides panoramic views of the outdoors and fills the kitchen with light. Below the windows, Han designed a long bank of base cabinets with drawers to provide plenty of storage and work surface. Light now pours into the space even on foggy days. The range was moved to the opposite wall so that beautiful window views could be added to the kitchen.
Han selected a palette of finishes with an eye toward creating a "soft color aesthetic". "White painted finishes are very popular right now but would have felt stark and cold in this space," she explained. "The French grey paint from Dura Supreme was a perfect complement for this vintage Victorian home, to create a classic color scheme".
"This beautiful home already had hardware elements with a vintage brass finish, so I carefully selected antiqued, brushed brass hardware, plumbing and metal finishes to blend with the original elements," said Han. She continued, "The La Cornue French Range adds modern function with a French antique look."
"I appreciate working with Dura Supreme cabinetry because of the quality of the cabinetry, fast delivery and the custom options. I'm able to create beautiful architectural details like the pull-out columns on both sides of the range and the curved mullion doors on the furniture hutch, and they offer a stunning palette of finishes and styles," explained Han. For the bath cabinetry, Han created a similar palette of finishes and styles to create a complementary look throughout the entire home.
Product Details:
Perimeter: Dura Supreme Cabinetry shown in the St. Augustine door style and Mullion Pattern #15 door style with a “Zinc” painted finish.
Kitchen Island: Dura Supreme Cabinetry shown in the St. Augustine door style with a Clove stain and Black Accent finish on Cherry wood.
For more information about Noel Han, Interior Designer, click to her website here www.atelnoel.com.
For more information about Gilmans Kitchens and Baths, click to their website here www.gkandb.com.
Photography by: Ned Bonzi www.nedbonzi.com.
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This Mediterranean style home is fit on a compact lot in the heart of town for a professional couple with young children and au pair. The below grade bedrooms, family room and office are essential to providing for the family needs, with the extensive window light wells with lush landscaping and detailed masonry finishes bringing in sufficient light and pleasant views so that the rooms a comfortably used on an everyday basis. The open kitchen, living and dining rooms allow for a casual and informal lifestyle, while careful control of the openings, finishes and lighting create let each space per separately experienced. Italian mahogany windows, hand split limestone walls and antique clay roof tiles give an authentic Tuscan flavor to the exterior.
Photos by Phil Bond Photography
Stone: Select Stone
Tile: All Natural Stone

The new kitchen layout maximizes countertop and storage space as well as enhances overall functionality,
To add visual interest to the large space we used two toned cabinets – classic white along the perimeter and a deep blue to distinguish the two islands and tall pantry. Brushed brass accents echo the original brass hardware and fixtures throughout the home. A kitchen this large needed a statement when it came to the countertops so we selected a stunning Nuvolato quartzite with distinctive veining that complements the blue cabinets. We restored and refinished the original Heart of Pine floors, letting the natural character of the wood shine through. A custom antique Heart of Pine wood top was commissioned for the fixed island – the warmth of wood was preferable to stone for the informal seating area. The second island serves as both prep area and staging space for dinners and events. This mobile island can be pushed flush with the stationary island to provide a generous area for the caterers to expedite service.

Photo: Nanette Wong © 2014 Houzz
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This Mediterranean style home is fit on a compact lot in the heart of town for a professional couple with young children and au pair. The below grade bedrooms, family room and office are essential to providing for the family needs, with the extensive window light wells with lush landscaping and detailed masonry finishes bringing in sufficient light and pleasant views so that the rooms a comfortably used on an everyday basis. The open kitchen, living and dining rooms allow for a casual and informal lifestyle, while careful control of the openings, finishes and lighting create let each space per separately experienced. Italian mahogany windows, hand split limestone walls and antique clay roof tiles give an authentic Tuscan flavor to the exterior.
Photos by Phil Bond Photography
Stone: Select Stone
Tile: All Natural Stone

This Mediterranean style home is fit on a compact lot in the heart of town for a professional couple with young children and au pair. The below grade bedrooms, family room and office are essential to providing for the family needs, with the extensive window light wells with lush landscaping and detailed masonry finishes bringing in sufficient light and pleasant views so that the rooms a comfortably used on an everyday basis. The open kitchen, living and dining rooms allow for a casual and informal lifestyle, while careful control of the openings, finishes and lighting create let each space per separately experienced. Italian mahogany windows, hand split limestone walls and antique clay roof tiles give an authentic Tuscan flavor to the exterior.
Photos by Phil Bond Photography
Stone: Select Stone
Tile: All Natural Stone

"When we bought our house in Poway 11 years ago, we were so happy with our huge master bath and Jacuzzi tub. It was such a huge step-up from our prior home. But just like the rest of the house, the master bath was already almost 20 years old and getting out dated and in need of remodeling. We broke up our remodeling projects into every couple of years, doing what we could ourselves and hiring out for the rest. The master bath was the last project and much too big for us to do on our own. We got 3 quotes from 3 contractors listed on Angie’s list which all had good reviews. One was a major re modeler and the other two were smaller contractors. We ended up going with TaylorPro because he was right in the middle and had great reviews.
Kerry was very responsive getting us a timely estimate and had great suggestions for what we were looking for. From the start to finish it turned out to be a wonderful experience! To our delight, they were able to get started ahead of what we were told. Everything went almost as scheduled and we were informed constantly on where we were in the project. Kerry was very responsive to all our concerns or requests and we were never left wondering what the next step would be. His crew was wonderful, so polite and hard working. They were very professional, on time, considerate and knew exactly what they were doing.
There were certain things we were really looking for in the remodel. First off, the bathroom was pretty large with a high ceiling. In the winter months, it was always really cold and hard to heat. To solve that we had TaylorPro install heated flooring beneath the travertine tiles. We also needed a custom vanity that would conceal hair appliances, most of our personal toiletries and have enough storage for everything else. The cabinetry was custom designed to exactly what we were looking for. Lastly, we wanted a classic, timeless look using tumbled travertine. After consulting with his designer we were able to select all the tile, accent tile and a beautiful frameless glass shower enclosure.
The finished project was beyond our highest expectations and we won’t hesitate to use Kerry and his crew for any future jobs or recommend him to family and friends."
~ Mark and Amy B, Clients
Frameless shower door, glass tile with rope border, dark and light travertine tiles on walls, travertine on floor, heated floor by NuHeat, tub and sinks by Kohler, shower/tub/vanity fixtures Hansgrohe, toilet Toto, custom cabinets by Thead Custom Cabinetry.
Photo by Kerry W. Taylor
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