Many recent renovations had already taken place at this phenomenal old Tudor home. The kitchen redo was saved for last. Our mission, imposed by our client, was to create a jaw-dropping, ultra-functional space for family and friends to gather in for years to come. Naturally, the new kitchen would have to reflect the style of the home seamlessly. One challenge was to incorporate very large professional style appliances into the space while keeping the feel of a stately, yet warm home. Custom wood panels were designed for the refrigerator units to give a furniture feel. A copper hood was designed to bring in an old world element. Wood panels were applied to all other appliances – two dishwashers, a wine refrigerator, and a beverage refrigerator. An iron I-beam that separated the original kitchen from the butler’s pantry and back entry was covered in wood with chamfers to match the other ceiling beams in the home by a local woodworker. Due to the age of the home, the outside walls are concrete block. This necessitated chiseling troughs into the concrete for electrical wiring. Ceilings were studded randomly, so finding openings for recessed lighting was hit or miss. A large cluster of wiring and plumbing to the second floor had to be hidden behind cabinetry to the left of and above the refrigerators. HVAC wasn’t straight forward either. Toe kick heaters from the old kitchen had to be replaced with other sources. A propane tank had to be added to fuel the large dual fuel, double oven range. The homeowner wanted to add a walk-in pantry for extra storage, so space was taken from an existing exterior space. This created the need for extra insulation, supplemental heat and added lighting. Needless to say, mechanicals were a big challenge. Natural stone was added in backsplash areas to the ceiling to mimic the rectangular stone on the exterior of the home. Wood panels fill the backsplash areas under wall cabinets. Large chandeliers light the space. Open shelves at the wet bar/prep area offer convenient storage for grab and go service items. A built-in pantry with antique mirrored mullion doors hides a microwave, several other small appliances as well as dishes and food items. This pantry was tucked into an alcove for an added architectural element. Herringbone wood floors are classic and timeless. Wrought iron hardware and shelf brackets fit right in. Large Barley twist legs ground the island giving a nod to the Tudor style. Mission accomplished. Matt Villano Photography

Study room - mid-sized 1950s freestanding desk medium tone wood floor and gray floor study room idea in Houston with gray walls and no fireplace

Located in a wooded setting which backs up to a golf course, The Woods is a vacation condo community in Canadian Lakes, Michigan. The owners asked us to create a comfortable modern design that would appeal to golfers and also families visiting relatives in the area. This complete renovation brought the design from 80's basic to rustic transitional. Colors and design elements echo the natural area surrounding the property. SKP Design was involved in multiple aspects of this project. Our services included: space planning for kitchen and both bathrooms selecting finishes for walls, floors, trim, cabinets and countertops reviewing construction details and electrical plans specification of plumbing fixtures, appliances and accent lighting furniture layout, specification and purchasing fireplace design and stone selection reviewing branding and signage ideas In the great room, wrought iron accents are featured in a new staircase handrail system. Other metal accents are found in the new chandelier, barstools and the legs of the live edge coffee table. An open area under the staircase was enclosed with recessed shelving which gives a focal point to the dinette area. Recessed built-in cabinets near the fireplace store TV technology and accessories. The original tiled hearth was replaced by poured concrete with stone accents. A queen sleeper sofa from Edgecomb provides additional sleeping. Fabrics and upholstery throughout the condo were selected for durability and cleanability. Basic white laminate kitchen cabinets were replaced with beautiful dark stained wood. Floor tile is a wood-look porcelain from Daltile called Saddle Brook. Countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms are solid surface Corian Quartz (formerly called DuPont Zodiaq). Broadloom carpet is from Durkan. The first floor bedroom is Mona Vista pattern from Modesto Collection; all other carpet is Inviting Spaces pattern from Timeless Compositions. Walls are painted with Sherwin Williams 7647 Crushed Ice. The main floor bedroom has a custom headboard mounted on a feature wall with plaid wallcovering. A freestanding vanity with undermount sink was added to the alcove area, creating space for a larger walk-in tiled shower with custom bench. On both levels, backlit mirrors highlight the sink areas. The upstairs bath has a blue tile feature wall and vessel sink. A fiberglass bathtub surround was removed and replaced by a custom tiled shower. Vinyl wallcovering from D.L. Couch provides a focal point behind the king headboard in the loft bedroom. A twin sleeper chair adds an extra bed.

It's game time! Gray sectional with wood trim at base, marble game table and black accent chairs. High-gloss entertainment center, concrete end tables, and fun back and white current's to soften the windows. Gray walls with a green accent and large format tile floors.

Modern California Farmhouse style primary bathroom. Three different cabinetry materials all brought together seamlessly by the beautiful Cambria Quartz countertops in Beaumont. Waterfall edge detail around the Knotty Alder make-shift medicine cabinet. The shower curbs and wall caps are quartz material from Q-Quartz (MSI) - Carrara Caldia. Luxury Vinyl plank flooring from MSI - Andover Series: Blythe 7x48. Barn door entry into the closet by California Closets. Barn door from Rustica Hardware in Alder with the Dark Walnut Stain, flat black hardware, Valley hand pull, spoked garrick wheel - top mounted. Cabinetry from Dura Supreme in paintable and knotty alder material. Cabinetry door style is a shaker door style with a bead - the cabinetry paint colors are specific to Dura Supreme and they are Dove and Cast Iron. The knotty alder has a stain with a glaze specific to Dura Supreme called Cashew with Coffee Glaze. Pendant lights bring down the look point with a cluster of three over the make-up area and three surrounding the main vanity. Pendants by Kichler in a clear ribbed glass and olde bronze. Light fixture over free-standing tub is from Hubbardton Forge. Interestingly shaped frosted glass with a soft gold finish. Shower decorative tile is Comfort-C in Beige Rug, it is a porcelain tile. Field tile is from Richards & Sterling, it is a textured beige large format tile. The shower floor is finished off with penny rounds in a neutral color. Paint is from Benjamin Moore - the Revere Pewter (HC-172). Cabinetry hardware is from Berenson and Amerock. Knobs from Amerock line (Oberon Knob - in golden champagne and frosted); Pulls are from Berenson's Uptown Appeal collection (Swagger pull in various sizes in the Modern Brushed Gold finish). All plumbing fixtures are from Brizo's Litze collection. Freestanding tub is from Barclay, sinks are from Toto.

This sophisticated home is located in the highly sought after Westlake Village, and ideally situated at the end of the most private Cul-De-Sac lots with pocket views. Enter through custom iron gates and stone walkway, into a tranquil courtyard w/ fountain, and step inside this rare gem. Reap the benefits of SoCal living in this single story Ranch home, boasting abundant natural light, vaulted ceilings, and a refreshing connection between the interior/exterior spaces. Attention to luxurious detail throughout! Relax to the sound of the majestic stone waterfall, which pours into the Pentair and PebbleTek pool and spa-all operated by mobile device. Flanking the custom pool are two fire feature structures: A stacked stone gas fireplace with fireglass, custom iron gates, and hearth AND a stacked stone firepit with fireglass and ceramic sphere. Stamped, stained, and sealed concrete, professional landscape lighting, high-end American made artificial grass, and lush landscape. Attached Cabana boasting tongue & groove pine ceilings, Infratech electric heaters, ceiling fans, dimmable can lights operated via mobile device, string lights, and split-faced travertine stacked stone! Cook like a pro both inside and outside! INSIDE: Gourmet kitchen w/custom cherrywood cabinets, cabinetry lighting, Ubatuba Brazilian granite counters, Viking professional hood, Viking 6 burner + griddle range w/double oven, Viking Warmer, GE compactor, Miele dishwasher. Showcase your private vino collection with the built-in 178 bottle temperature dual regulated Wine Refrigerator. OUTSIDE: Enjoy preparing meals and entertaining al fresco, with the new entertainer's back yard oasis. Built-in Memphis Elite-Wifi compatible BBQ and convection oven, dual fridges, Hot/Cold plumbed Sink, additional storage cabinets, and an oversized stained concrete island- all crowned by an attached redwood pergola with twinkle lights. Perfectly sized master suite featuring paper glazed metallic walls, oversized French doors, expansive walk-in closet with built-ins, and a crème de la crème master bathroom. Skip the day spa and step into your Kohler Steam shower with rain head, artistic imported granite, dimmable lighting, pebble flooring, bench seat & frameless glass enclosure. Custom cabinetry with sleek counters, dual sinks, dimmable lighting & views of the private yard. Additional Features/Upgrades: Paid Solar panels, Tesla ready charging port in garage, Tankless water heater, Concrete roof, Indoor laundry, Dual pane windows, plantation shutters, crown molding, recessed lights, classic French doors, Santos Brazilian wood flooring, Interior/Exterior built-in Bose speaker system, Interior/Exterior security camera system, venetian plaster/designer wall finishes, new silent garage door motor, newer HVAC system, and more. Don't miss this opportunity to have it all!

This master bathroom renovation in Frisco was completed for a repeat USI Design & Remodeling client as part of a larger first-floor transformation of the home. The original bathroom reflected a very typical North Texas layout of its era — dark stained cabinetry, granite countertops, compartmentalized vanities, a built-in tub adjoining a framed shower, and separated spaces that no longer aligned with how the homeowners wanted to live. As their aesthetic evolved toward a more transitional and contemporary direction, the goal became less about replacing finishes and more about redefining the experience of the room itself. The project needed to feel calmer, more architectural, and far more intentional in how the space functioned visually and emotionally. One of the most important changes was removing the original shower curb and pony wall in favor of a fully open curbless shower with ultra-clear ½-inch heavy glass. Achieving that look required recessing the slab, re-floating the shower floor toward a linear drain, and engineering the space so the room would read as visually uninterrupted from end to end. Throughout the project, many of the design decisions were rooted in restraint rather than excess. The oversized 24x48 Porcelanosa flooring carries very little shade variation, creating a quieter visual field, while the cabinetry was executed in rift-sawn white oak specifically because it produces a far more controlled and consistent finish outcome than more common cuts of wood. In luxury projects, consistency itself becomes part of the refinement. The floating vanity was designed more like custom furniture than traditional cabinetry, utilizing waterfall mitered edges and fully reworked plumbing locations so both homeowners could share in having generous functional countertop space. The original makeup station was repurposed into integrated storage with powered drawers and concealed organization for everyday items such as blow dryers and flat irons. Along the vanity wall, wall-mounted plumbing fixtures were paired with ribbed natural marble surfaces — a detail that required intentional planning long before construction began. Rather than allowing the ribbed material to terminate awkwardly behind the fixtures, the backsplash and stone transitions were specifically designed to resolve those conditions cleanly. Those are the types of details that distinguish highly coordinated design-build work from projects that simply assemble materials together. While the room contains a significant amount of luxury detailing — from the freestanding tub and geoprism marble focal wall to the custom rift-sawn white oak closet doors and elongated mirrors that leverage the 11-foot ceiling heights — the project was always guided by quiet luxury rather than visual competition. Even the water closet enclosure was handled with restraint through the use of a satin-etched glass door rather than another heavy solid opening. The intent throughout was to create a bathroom that feels restorative and serene rather than overdesigned. In our view, the best luxury spaces are the ones that feel composed long after the initial impression wears off.

Open concept kitchen remodel in Denver, NC featuring a fluted statement island, quartersawn oak cabinetry, and a concealed HVAC return seamlessly integrated into the design. This Green Point Lane project reimagines a previously closed-off layout into a refined, open living environment. Two walls were removed to establish a natural connection between the kitchen, dining, and living spaces—enhancing both flow and functionality while maintaining a sense of architectural intention. A required structural post became an opportunity to create a defining design moment. Paired with a second matching post and floating shelves, it subtly delineates the kitchen from the dining area without compromising openness, adding both structure and visual interest to the space. The material palette is layered and intentional. Natural quartersawn oak with a ceruse finish is paired with painted Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore cabinetry—a rich, nuanced gray selected to allow the black stainless steel appliances to recede seamlessly into the design. The kitchen blends inset and full overlay cabinetry, adding depth and a tailored, furniture-like quality throughout. A custom inset double oven installation further reinforces this level of detail. The island serves as both a focal point and a functional centerpiece. Custom-designed fluted panels conceal the HVAC return while maintaining clean lines, with integrated storage on the opposite side to maximize usability. Above, a restrained drywall hood and balanced sconces allow the cabinetry and materiality to remain the focus. Surface selections were chosen to create subtle contrast and cohesion. A bright quartz countertop highlights the island and continues as a backsplash and shelf detail along the range wall, while the perimeter countertops introduce a soft gray tone that closely mirrors the cabinetry, creating a quiet, tone-on-tone effect. Brushed brass hardware and plumbing fixtures add warmth, while a black stainless undermount sink blends seamlessly into the composition. Thoughtful organizational elements—including custom pull-outs, tray dividers, and integrated storage—ensure the space performs as beautifully as it presents. The result is a highly considered kitchen that balances architectural detail, concealed functionality, and understated luxury—designed to feel effortless, yet deeply intentional.

Next door to the laundry is guest bath. We opened up the shower area, re-tiled in a stunning picket tile and mosaic floor. We kept the room open and clean with an iron pedestal sink and framed mirror. The room is clean, contemporary, and lasting.

Hooker dining table and chairs with color abstract art, black ceiling accent and whimsical custom made drapes
Great room - mid-sized farmhouse porcelain tile and gray floor great room idea in Houston with white walls and no fireplace

The Chelsea wall mounted collection of iron vanity bases features a half round design made from laser cut steel and is paired with decorative wall mount brackets for support. The quatrefoil pattern is a very popular look and tends to blend in well with many different styles. If installed properly, this base is very strong and can hold any type of countertop. With so many different countertop options on the market, this base is not offered with a top. A template for this top is available upon request for a fee (note: a template isn’t mandatory, countertop fabricators may choose to make their own) 20 gauge sheet metal backing is optional for a fee 7 finishes to choose from (this base is also offered as unfinished so that the customer can choose their own finish) 1” x 1/4” wall strap (at the top against the wall and down the sides) 1/ 8” thick x 3/8” wide quatrefoil pattern Upper wall mount strap comes with 3 - ¼” wide mounting holes Mounting holes are located on the top back-strap, mid-section as well as at the bottom of each bracket Mounting hardware not included (depending on the install application, requires either wood screws or toggle bolts) Brackets feature a ¾” wide simplistic design Fully open back for easy plumbing installation No assembly required (fully welded construction) Custom made in the USA Usually ships within 10-14 business days

Next door to the laundry is guest bath. We opened up the shower area, re-tiled in a stunning picket tile and mosaic floor. We kept the room open and clean with an iron pedestal sink and framed mirror. The room is clean, contemporary, and lasting.

Open concept kitchen remodel in Denver, NC featuring a fluted statement island, quartersawn oak cabinetry, and a concealed HVAC return seamlessly integrated into the design. This Green Point Lane project reimagines a previously closed-off layout into a refined, open living environment. Two walls were removed to establish a natural connection between the kitchen, dining, and living spaces—enhancing both flow and functionality while maintaining a sense of architectural intention. A required structural post became an opportunity to create a defining design moment. Paired with a second matching post and floating shelves, it subtly delineates the kitchen from the dining area without compromising openness, adding both structure and visual interest to the space. The material palette is layered and intentional. Natural quartersawn oak with a ceruse finish is paired with painted Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore cabinetry—a rich, nuanced gray selected to allow the black stainless steel appliances to recede seamlessly into the design. The kitchen blends inset and full overlay cabinetry, adding depth and a tailored, furniture-like quality throughout. A custom inset double oven installation further reinforces this level of detail. The island serves as both a focal point and a functional centerpiece. Custom-designed fluted panels conceal the HVAC return while maintaining clean lines, with integrated storage on the opposite side to maximize usability. Above, a restrained drywall hood and balanced sconces allow the cabinetry and materiality to remain the focus. Surface selections were chosen to create subtle contrast and cohesion. A bright quartz countertop highlights the island and continues as a backsplash and shelf detail along the range wall, while the perimeter countertops introduce a soft gray tone that closely mirrors the cabinetry, creating a quiet, tone-on-tone effect. Brushed brass hardware and plumbing fixtures add warmth, while a black stainless undermount sink blends seamlessly into the composition. Thoughtful organizational elements—including custom pull-outs, tray dividers, and integrated storage—ensure the space performs as beautifully as it presents. The result is a highly considered kitchen that balances architectural detail, concealed functionality, and understated luxury—designed to feel effortless, yet deeply intentional.

Modern California Farmhouse style primary bathroom. Three different cabinetry materials all brought together seamlessly by the beautiful Cambria Quartz countertops in Beaumont. Waterfall edge detail around the Knotty Alder make-shift medicine cabinet. The shower curbs and wall caps are quartz material from Q-Quartz (MSI) - Carrara Caldia. Luxury Vinyl plank flooring from MSI - Andover Series: Blythe 7x48. Barn door entry into the closet by California Closets. Barn door from Rustica Hardware in Alder with the Dark Walnut Stain, flat black hardware, Valley hand pull, spoked garrick wheel - top mounted. Cabinetry from Dura Supreme in paintable and knotty alder material. Cabinetry door style is a shaker door style with a bead - the cabinetry paint colors are specific to Dura Supreme and they are Dove and Cast Iron. The knotty alder has a stain with a glaze specific to Dura Supreme called Cashew with Coffee Glaze. Pendant lights bring down the look point with a cluster of three over the make-up area and three surrounding the main vanity. Pendants by Kichler in a clear ribbed glass and olde bronze. Light fixture over free-standing tub is from Hubbardton Forge. Interestingly shaped frosted glass with a soft gold finish. Shower decorative tile is Comfort-C in Beige Rug, it is a porcelain tile. Field tile is from Richards & Sterling, it is a textured beige large format tile. The shower floor is finished off with penny rounds in a neutral color. Paint is from Benjamin Moore - the Revere Pewter (HC-172). Cabinetry hardware is from Berenson and Amerock. Knobs from Amerock line (Oberon Knob - in golden champagne and frosted); Pulls are from Berenson's Uptown Appeal collection (Swagger pull in various sizes in the Modern Brushed Gold finish). All plumbing fixtures are from Brizo's Litze collection. Freestanding tub is from Barclay, sinks are from Toto.

Primary Bathroom Remodel – Material & Design Details Vanity & Cabinetry: Custom Canyon Creek cabinetry featuring frameless Equinox doors in Beech wood with a Veil stain finish. Hardware includes wrought iron pulls with grey leather accents. Countertops are Amazing Grey marble. Plumbing Fixtures: Kohler fixtures sourced from Martz Supply – Solutions Kitchen and Bath. Shower Design: Shower walls feature Tilebar Enso Ribbed Charcoal 24"x48" tile (approximately 150 sq. ft.) installed per layout plan with Dove Grey grout (1/16") and black Schluter trim. Custom glass shower enclosure cut to accommodate built-in benches. Bench & Tile Detailing: Bench fronts are wrapped with cut pieces of the back wall tile to maintain continuous pattern alignment. Benches extend fully to the edge of the 39" wall for a seamless finish. Soffit Detail: Soffit dimensioned at 11-7/8" above glass to allow two full 48" tile pieces to align on back and side walls. Soffit finished in drywall and painted to match wall color. Niche Detail: Back of niche features a 24"x24" cut piece of wall tile. Sides finished in matching wall tile. Bottom shelf in marble with Schluter edging. Plumbing Layout: Valve centered on back shower wall for balanced symmetry.

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This master bathroom renovation in Frisco was completed for a repeat USI Design & Remodeling client as part of a larger first-floor transformation of the home. The original bathroom reflected a very typical North Texas layout of its era — dark stained cabinetry, granite countertops, compartmentalized vanities, a built-in tub adjoining a framed shower, and separated spaces that no longer aligned with how the homeowners wanted to live. As their aesthetic evolved toward a more transitional and contemporary direction, the goal became less about replacing finishes and more about redefining the experience of the room itself. The project needed to feel calmer, more architectural, and far more intentional in how the space functioned visually and emotionally. One of the most important changes was removing the original shower curb and pony wall in favor of a fully open curbless shower with ultra-clear ½-inch heavy glass. Achieving that look required recessing the slab, re-floating the shower floor toward a linear drain, and engineering the space so the room would read as visually uninterrupted from end to end. Throughout the project, many of the design decisions were rooted in restraint rather than excess. The oversized 24x48 Porcelanosa flooring carries very little shade variation, creating a quieter visual field, while the cabinetry was executed in rift-sawn white oak specifically because it produces a far more controlled and consistent finish outcome than more common cuts of wood. In luxury projects, consistency itself becomes part of the refinement. The floating vanity was designed more like custom furniture than traditional cabinetry, utilizing waterfall mitered edges and fully reworked plumbing locations so both homeowners could share in having generous functional countertop space. The original makeup station was repurposed into integrated storage with powered drawers and concealed organization for everyday items such as blow dryers and flat irons. Along the vanity wall, wall-mounted plumbing fixtures were paired with ribbed natural marble surfaces — a detail that required intentional planning long before construction began. Rather than allowing the ribbed material to terminate awkwardly behind the fixtures, the backsplash and stone transitions were specifically designed to resolve those conditions cleanly. Those are the types of details that distinguish highly coordinated design-build work from projects that simply assemble materials together. While the room contains a significant amount of luxury detailing — from the freestanding tub and geoprism marble focal wall to the custom rift-sawn white oak closet doors and elongated mirrors that leverage the 11-foot ceiling heights — the project was always guided by quiet luxury rather than visual competition. Even the water closet enclosure was handled with restraint through the use of a satin-etched glass door rather than another heavy solid opening. The intent throughout was to create a bathroom that feels restorative and serene rather than overdesigned. In our view, the best luxury spaces are the ones that feel composed long after the initial impression wears off.

This all white brick and siding exterior home with a 2-car garage was built in Flowery Branch, GA in 2021. Its exterior includes a slate tile flooring front porch and awnings over the front first story windows. Additionally, the exterior displays a wide (5 window) dormer which provides for some of the second lighting, a turnaround drive and a fully sodded and landscaped yard. The kitchen is equipped with custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large island with sink, hardwood flooring, and herringbone tiled backsplash. The kitchen flows into the eating area and family room for an open concept layout. The family room features a modern fireplace flanked with built-in shelving and cabinetry. An extensive, fully equipped laundry room is accessible from the kitchen and garage areas. Hardwood floors are installed throughout the first floor. The master bedroom was designed with a tray ceiling, recessed can lighting and an array of window sizes for creative natural lighting. The master bath has his and hers vanities, a walk-in shower and separate water closet. The large walk-in master closet is equipped with built-in shelves, drawers, seating and window lighting. A secondary bedroom features a designer wall with raised trim. The outdoor living space has a large sundeck with wrought-iron balusters and long lasting composite decking. The home sits on a full, framed-in daylight basement with roughed in plumbing.

The clients desired a larger edgy, fun and eclectic bathroom with a separate tub and walk-in shower. We enlarged the bathroom by moving the wall into the adjoining bedroom closet and hallway linen closet. This added a few more feet to the very tight bathroom. We changed the alcove bath to a more spacious and elegant soaker tub with sleek black plumbing fixtures. We integrated the modern vanity and wall-mounted storage unit in white lacquer wood. A dynamic black and white palette with hits of bright colour created a bathroom full of character and whimsy. Materials used: A modern black and white lacquer wood vanity, white lacquer mirror with shelf, porcelain counter and sink, white penny round tiles with light grey grout on floor, shower and walls, modern wall-mounted free-standing tub, Riobel black plumbing fixtures, double shower heads, linear drain, curb-less Italian shower, industrial black iron wall sconce and ceiling fixture, matte black-framed glass shower, black and white Sherwin Williams paint.