Awarded by the Classical institute of art and architecture , the linnean house has a restrained and simple elevation of doors and windows. Nestled in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Washington, D.C., the Linnean House is classical in both plan and elevation throughout its award-winning house plans. The main mass, comprising of the most formal and public spaces, is a spatial triptych along a symmetrical main axis. Inside the luxury home, the limestone façade, simple but well-proportioned with classical elements, extends itself into both the entry portico and main foyer with consistent proportions and materiality. This introduction allows the flanking living and dining rooms to be perceived as separate pavilions, each equipped with eight equal-proportioned French doors symmetrical of the main axis. Beyond the classical spaces are two wings which lead to the master suite and a kitchen/family space, respectively. Both of which are situated to queue from the French door axis, a focal feature in the repeatedly published home design. At the entry foyer, the stark stone luxury architecture is warmed by two symmetrical wood armoire-like freestanding sculptural objects, a persistent theme throughout the luxury house. In the kitchen, for instance, stand four similar wood armoire objects at opposite corners that act as columns and help give this space a sense of boundary and enclosure. The master bath vanity, in similar fashion, is introduced as a central free-standing form anchoring itself as a notable presence in the space. Lastly, the wine room is designed as a series of free-standing heavy wood cavity walls spanned only by a hint of glass.

Tanzania in Milk, even when not lit, provides some hanging art in this gorgeous modern living room.
Living room - contemporary living room idea in New York

A traditional 1926 cottage was transformed into a stunning, contemporary home. The focal point from both inside and out is a 3-story floating wood and stainless staircase, showcased by oversized windows and dramatic lighting. Walnut cabinetry with a distinct stain and natural slab surfaces offset the metals used throughout – Including at the interior and exterior of the fireplace. Reclaimed wood floors pay homage to the industrial area the home is situated in. In designing this home restrictions set forth by the building department were key. For instance, in order for the project to be considered a remodel the existing 8’ tall perimeter walls had to remain in place. The homeowners desperately wanted 9’ tall ceilings, so with crafty engineering and framing we were able to embellish the existing wall framing to achieve the added height. Clearstory windows allow much needed light into the spaces and creates the illusion of spaciousness, while maintaining wall areas for key furnishings and artwork. Every inch of space maximizes storage throughout the 2,600 square foot home. A cabinet for shoe storage immediately inside the front door also serves as a key component at the staircase and provides a platform to highlight sculptural artwork. Unique products and details, such as a metal link shower curtain and custom built-in guest beds with strategically placed outlets and horizontal surfaces to allow for electronics to be close at hand, elevate this home to the next level.

Brick and stone veneer are nothing new to the world of architecture and construction. They are attractive, durable, and don’t come with the same hefty price tag as a traditional, full sized stone or brick. And, in the instance of this beautiful new home in Evanston, Illinois, their use marks achieving a standard of sustainability measured by the popular certification program, LEED. These are no ordinary stone veneers. They are entirely man-made, which gives them several important qualities that do well to promote environmentally friendly design. This article aims to examine this stunning work of residential construction, and answer a few fundamental questions about LEED. What is it? Why is it Important? And how do things like sourcing local, sustainable materials make an impact on the environment? Learn more: http://bit.ly/leed-stone-veneer

This home was stuck in the 1980's, with an overhead walkway running right through the middle of the living room. The lines throughout the home were rounded with a heavy Greek influence - for instance, the dining space on the left was formerly a raised, rounded dais complete with Greek columns. After re-designing the space to make it transition from a traditional to modern style, we completely gutted the home and remodeled it from top to bottom. Part of the project included the construction of a set of modern stairs to replace the walkway that led from the upstairs master bedroom (left) to the guest bedroom (right). The result is a much more open space, with cleaner, more unified flow lines. We also installed new Origin Doors to lead to the pool overlooking the Intracoastal. Photo Cred Russell Missonis Photography

A transitional townhouse for a family with a touch of modern design and blue accents. When I start a project, I always ask a client to describe three words that they want to describe their home. In this instance, the owner asked for a modern, clean, and functional aesthetic that would be family-friendly, while also allowing him to entertain. We worked around the owner's artwork by Ryan Fugate in order to choose a neutral but also sophisticated palette of blues, greys, and green for the entire home. Metallic accents create a more modern feel that plays off of the hardware already in the home. The result is a comfortable and bright home where everyone can relax at the end of a long day. Photography by Reagen Taylor Photography Collaboration with lead designer Travis Michael Interiors

This older home in the Highlands neighborhood received a beautiful kitchen and master bath update with the help of BKC Kitchen and Bath and Level Ground Enterprises. Creamy white cabinets in the kitchen, accented with glass fronts, brighten and enlarge the cozy floor plan, while stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and unique backsplash tiles with real fossils imbedded inside add to the overall appeal of the space. Cabinet details: Crystal Cabinet Works, custom height, inset, Regent door style, Bisque paint on PGM Design by: Paul Lintault, in partnership with Level Ground Enterprises

Another instance of simple elements with playful exposure of shapes.
Trendy bamboo floor living room photo in Portland with brown walls and a standard fireplace

A key frame is used to partially close the sides of you veranda when it for instance is next to a fence or wall, these key frames are designed to cover the sloped part between the veranda roof and the top of the sidewall.

Photo: Susan J. Tweit shot in Redwood National Park in northern California, in a grove of coast redwood trees (Sequoia sempivirens).
This is an example of a landscaping in Denver.

These homeowners who were downsizing to a patio home in Floyds Fork area came to us after they had made all of their selections in paint colors, fixtures and finishes and asked us to put together a comprehensive plan for their new home including space planning, furniture selections, and finishing touches in window treatments, rugs, accent lighting and accessories. Although this is a well laid out floor plan, we asked a lot of questions to make sure each area functioned for the homeowners as well as looked good. For instance, the floor plan included a Dining Area and small Breakfast Nook. The homeowners knew they would spend most of their time at the island, so we invested in quality custom bar stools, we selected fully upholstered chairs for the dining area which will be used, and turned the Breakfast Nook into a seating area for morning coffee or afternoon reading. That took care of the functional, now for the fun. Our color palette comprised of creams, grays, tans and mustard yellow is so pleasing. We kept our furnishings neutral while popping our color with window treatments and accessories. Please note we used 3 different fabrics on the 3 different windows in the Living Area. As long as the fabrics coordinate and support your color palette, you can use multiple fabrics in the same space. Since our palette was neutral, we made sure our finishing touches had a lot of texture and interest. There is so much to look at and love in the large open space, and this is definitely one of my favorite color palettes. And as striking as this home looks, it is laid out so well. Every piece of furniture fits and functions perfectly. This is visual proof of the importance of a comprehensive plan. Enjoy!

A transitional townhouse for a family with a touch of modern design and blue accents. When I start a project, I always ask a client to describe three words that they want to describe their home. In this instance, the owner asked for a modern, clean, and functional aesthetic that would be family-friendly, while also allowing him to entertain. We worked around the owner's artwork by Ryan Fugate in order to choose a neutral but also sophisticated palette of blues, greys, and green for the entire home. Metallic accents create a more modern feel that plays off of the hardware already in the home. The result is a comfortable and bright home where everyone can relax at the end of a long day. Photography by Reagen Taylor Photography Collaboration with lead designer Travis Michael Interiors

It does not matter if you try or not, the end result of the interior reflects your personality. It is up to you to finish it in such a way that, it tells the story of what you wanted to convey. The confusion gets the hold of the person only due to the vast variety of options, which further induces because of the lack of planning. You see stuff and you start liking everything. Then you try to combine every style and stuff in your home decorating plan, which gets you a strange kind of interior in the end. The material, the design, the colors, all these aspects hit your brain at once and the final touch, the issue of budget. All you need is a better plan in order to diminish all those confusions regarding the interior finishing. Here are the tips for you to get the suitable interior for your personality. 1. Add textures to your interior The textures that you provide to your ceilings and floors are the best way to enhance the personality of the house. These changes bring the necessary life to your interior and energize the overall looks. You can choose Wooden Flooring Dubai to provide dimensions to your house flooring. Make sure that each texture of your home complements the other, or it all will go in vain. This is very important to get a strong personal reflection through your interior finishing. When you add right textures, you create a powerful appeal for yourself through your home decorations. 2. Use colors to paint your story Colors are the easiest way to tell your story through your home. When you combine your creativity with colors and patterns, the house becomes the one dream home that you always wanted. It does not even cost much, as you need just small changes with colors to bring the personality out. There are a few companies, which offer high-quality blinds and curtains in Dubai, that too in different funky colors. Before deciding the colors, it is really important to make up your mind regarding the type of designs you want. You need to choose from many different designs like contemporary, traditional, or modern urban. Or, you can create your design with a little help of a professional designer. 3. Use your experience This is really helpful in order to successfully portray your personality through house decorations. Each one of us travels to different places and see a lot of things. Things like landscapes, beaches, hotel rooms, and many others can help you to think and come up with the most suitable style of your house. You can also buy different stuff for the interior of your house when you travel different places. For instance, you can find some amazing Carpets in Dubai. However, there are some great places to get beautiful wallpapers in Dubai. So, that’s all on this topic. Hopefully, these tips will help you in decorating your home just the way you want to. Visit http://www.fatin.ae/the-art-of-choosing-wallpapers-in-dubai/ http://www.fatin.ae/curtains/

A bathroom remodel is a crucial step to appreciate the overall value of a property. However, the plumbing, flooring, lighting, and fixture installation can shoot the cost way upward. Therefore, you should carefully assess the aspects of small bathroom remodel costs. For instance, you should know where to cut the corner if possible and how to keep the process and material procurement cost-effective and well within the limit.

The chance to build a lakeside weekend home in rural NC provided this Chapel Hill family with an opportunity to ditch convention and think outside the box. For instance, we traded the traditional boat dock with what’s become known as the “party dock”… a floating lounge of sorts, complete with wet bar, TV, swimmer’s platform, and plenty of spots for watching the water fun. Inside, we turned one bedroom into a gym with climbing wall – and dropped the idea of a dining room, in favor of a deep upholstered niche and shuffleboard table. Outdoor drapery helped blur the lines between indoor spaces and exterior porches filled with upholstery, swings, and places for lazy napping. And after the sun goes down… smores, anyone? John Bessler

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Elegant bedroom photo in Tampa

A defining feature of the house is a purpose made conical window on the Eastern wall of the lounge. The shape and position of this window combined with the precise placement of four etched copper tiles on the lounge floor were meticulously calculated to mark the birthdays of each of the four family members, an instance which binds person, place and time.

For instance, that intricate panel, which you see when you click on the first photo, is a Paneled Sliding Wall hiding a secondary wall to the exterior. The lighted tray ceiling is a centerpiece. Our Master Carpenters installed the cabinetry and beer and wine fridge and appliances to perfection. Kitchen Remodeler: ED Enterprises, Inc. Photographer: Michael Alan Kaskel Pkotography

After the disaster that hurricane Harvey left behind, our team helped put back together a lot of damaged homes assisting in trying to get back to normal for many families. We worked on many homes in the Champions Forrest area, this was one of many. In some instances we were made a few upgrades.