Duet 1. This is one sunny, happy retreat. As in natural light streaming not only into your main floor master bedroom, but into your oversized shower and closet too. (Bound to brighten up anyone’s morning routine.) More windows make a home look bigger, and when thoughtfully placed, add dramatic impact. And when you add tall ceilings — 10 feet in the master and 12 feet in the kitchen and dining room — the drama only heightens. Beauty, light and the ease of a downstairs master bedroom. Key ingredients of a perfect retreat.

Applied doors to the ends of base and wall cabinets are a key ingredient to creating a custom look with a semi-custom line of products. In place of a smooth finished end, another door is applied and furniture base below completes the look.

Duet 1. This is one sunny, happy retreat. As in natural light streaming not only into your main floor master bedroom, but into your oversized shower and closet too. (Bound to brighten up anyone’s morning routine.) More windows make a home look bigger, and when thoughtfully placed, add dramatic impact. And when you add tall ceilings — 10 feet in the master and 12 feet in the kitchen and dining room — the drama only heightens. Beauty, light and the ease of a downstairs master bedroom. Key ingredients of a perfect retreat.

Duet 1. This is one sunny, happy retreat. As in natural light streaming not only into your main floor master bedroom, but into your oversized shower and closet too. (Bound to brighten up anyone’s morning routine.) More windows make a home look bigger, and when thoughtfully placed, add dramatic impact. And when you add tall ceilings — 10 feet in the master and 12 feet in the kitchen and dining room — the drama only heightens. Beauty, light and the ease of a downstairs master bedroom. Key ingredients of a perfect retreat.

Duet 1. This is one sunny, happy retreat. As in natural light streaming not only into your main floor master bedroom, but into your oversized shower and closet too. (Bound to brighten up anyone’s morning routine.) More windows make a home look bigger, and when thoughtfully placed, add dramatic impact. And when you add tall ceilings — 10 feet in the master and 12 feet in the kitchen and dining room — the drama only heightens. Beauty, light and the ease of a downstairs master bedroom. Key ingredients of a perfect retreat.

Duet 1. This is one sunny, happy retreat. As in natural light streaming not only into your main floor master bedroom, but into your oversized shower and closet too. (Bound to brighten up anyone’s morning routine.) More windows make a home look bigger, and when thoughtfully placed, add dramatic impact. And when you add tall ceilings — 10 feet in the master and 12 feet in the kitchen and dining room — the drama only heightens. Beauty, light and the ease of a downstairs master bedroom. Key ingredients of a perfect retreat.

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Inspiration for an eclectic kitchen remodel in Los Angeles

Plush textiles and detailed furnishings are the key ingredients to this living room. With flowing floor length curtains, velvet fabrics, and ornate casegoods and furnishings, we brought a luxurious and relaxed Veneto style to this California dream home.

Plush textiles and detailed furnishings are the key ingredients to this living room. With flowing floor length curtains, velvet fabrics, and ornate casegoods and furnishings, we brought a luxurious and relaxed Veneto style to this California dream home.

Plush textiles and detailed furnishings are the key ingredients to this living room. With flowing floor length curtains, velvet fabrics, and ornate casegoods and furnishings, we brought a luxurious and relaxed Veneto style to this California dream home.

The ever increasing screen size of today’s modern sleek TV’s offer very exciting visual opportunities. When choosing an entertainment system for it, functionality should be a key ingredient. Functionality becomes the issue as soon as you start to connect the TV to the cable box, DVD player, amplifier, surround sound speakers and subwoofers…and any of the other numerous components, including computers and gaming devices. Beyond the initial hook up, there will likely be future needs for components to be upgraded or replaced. A properly designed media entertainment center can make this not only easier but also make a statement as an artful furniture addition to the living room, man Cave or bedroom.

The ever increasing screen size of today’s modern sleek TV’s offer very exciting visual opportunities. When choosing an entertainment system for it, functionality should be a key ingredient. Functionality becomes the issue as soon as you start to connect the TV to the cable box, DVD player, amplifier, surround sound speakers and subwoofers…and any of the other numerous components, including computers and gaming devices. Beyond the initial hook up, there will likely be future needs for components to be upgraded or replaced. A properly designed media entertainment center can make this not only easier but also make a statement as an artful furniture addition to the living room, man Cave or bedroom.

Aphorisms are a key ingredient in the Craftsman style. This guest bath declares the homeowners love of life -- "Just one lifetime won't be enough for us." Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Brookhaven's Pelham Manor

The ever increasing screen size of today’s modern sleek TV’s offer very exciting visual opportunities. When choosing an entertainment system for it, functionality should be a key ingredient. Functionality becomes the issue as soon as you start to connect the TV to the cable box, DVD player, amplifier, surround sound speakers and subwoofers…and any of the other numerous components, including computers and gaming devices. Beyond the initial hook up, there will likely be future needs for components to be upgraded or replaced. A properly designed media entertainment center can make this not only easier but also make a statement as an artful furniture addition to the living room, man Cave or bedroom.

The ever increasing screen size of today’s modern sleek TV’s offer very exciting visual opportunities. When choosing an entertainment system for it, functionality should be a key ingredient. Functionality becomes the issue as soon as you start to connect the TV to the cable box, DVD player, amplifier, surround sound speakers and subwoofers…and any of the other numerous components, including computers and gaming devices. Beyond the initial hook up, there will likely be future needs for components to be upgraded or replaced. A properly designed media entertainment center can make this not only easier but also make a statement as an artful furniture addition to the living room, man Cave or bedroom.

Our clients wanted to modernize their 1980's home, focusing on reimagining the main floor. We used warm palettes, natural elements, and clean lines while maximizing natural light and preserving key architectural features to create a welcoming, functional space. This bright and beautiful workspace is a sanctuary of productivity. Sleek, modern furniture complements open and closed shelving for seamless storage. A cozy window seat offers a tranquil retreat, balancing work and relaxation effortlessly.

The ever increasing screen size of today’s modern sleek TV’s offer very exciting visual opportunities. When choosing an entertainment system for it, functionality should be a key ingredient. Functionality becomes the issue as soon as you start to connect the TV to the cable box, DVD player, amplifier, surround sound speakers and subwoofers…and any of the other numerous components, including computers and gaming devices. Beyond the initial hook up, there will likely be future needs for components to be upgraded or replaced. A properly designed media entertainment center can make this not only easier but also make a statement as an artful furniture addition to the living room, man Cave or bedroom.

Minimalist powder room photo in Miami

Quality craftsmanship, superior service, and communication go hand in hand with cost management and integrity as the key ingredients for building a home. For over 25 years, Vanco Construction has built the dreams of homeowners in Short Hills, NJ., as well as in the surrounding Morris County communities of Mendham, Bernardsville, Basking Ridge and New Vernon. "Our approach begins with a clear understanding that producing a dream project is a team effort," explains Steve Vanadia, president of Vanco Construction. "The homeowner, builder, architect and interior designer must work as a team."