A peninsula was removed to make way for a large island painted in Whale Grey and anchored by woven white leather bar stools. Blue Cloud leathered quartzite countertops inspired by sand and sea were used to add texture throughout the space. The framed inset Shaker cabinets have hardware in polished nickel for shine and are complemented by pendant lighting from Urban Electric.

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The Belfast Residence in Ohio is a new construction, custom modern house situated on a 150 acre farm. Panda solved the challenge of extending the intimate space of the kitchen into the expansiveness of the backyard by installing fully retractable TS.60 All Aluminum Thermally Broken Folding Door Systems. Custom designed for this space, this elegant and durable folding door system spans the entire wall of the kitchen. This door system uses cutting-edge aluminum extrusions with a polyamide bar to connect the frame together while reducing heat or cold transfer. When closed, this Bi-Fold door system provides a protective barrier that lowers u-factors, limits condensation, increases energy performance, and most of all reduces thermal conductivity. The architectural firm, Drawing Dept. designed a cantilevered roof reaching out over the pool on axis with a sunken fire pit, drawing the geometry of the house further out into the landscape. As a result, the heart of the home unrestrictedly extends toward the fire pit for optimal physical and visual connection. Impressive architectural design intertwined with Panda’s custom Bi-Fold doors can create unimaginable opportunities. No wonder this home was awarded the 2013 Merit Award from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Cincinnati and the 2013 Honor Award from the CDA + Cincinnati Magazine for its exterior space! Panda’s custom designed Bi-Fold Doors ensure that a homeowner can equally and cohesively enjoy their interior and exterior spaces. Views from the house and views of the house should hold equal merit. To view more of Panda’s Bi-Fold Doors, please check out our gallery http://www.panda-windows.com/products/by-type/folding-doors. Architect: Drawing Dept. Contractor: Camery Hensley Construction Photography: Ross Van Pelt

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Exterior 3-season porch addition to a ranch home. Siding interior, bead board ceiling, Azek composite trim for Wisconsin winters. Storm-screen combination units. One Room at a Time, Inc.

Upper level designer kitchen is equipped with striking granite countertops, a Kohler farmer’s sink. Photography by JimFuhrmann.com
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The function of a large, modern, two person shower with framless glass surround is a countertpoint and compliment to the vintage freestanding bath tub in this older Boulder home.

The fully furnished, maintenance-free Carina embraces inspired villa living in the lakefront Portofino neighborhood at Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club. Luxury features and modern-classic interior design by Romanza Interior Design create a dazzling one-of-a-kind home emphasizing indoor-outdoor living overlooking a picturesque lake. The three-bedroom Carina’s family room, master suite and living room open to a mesmerizing outdoor living area that features a sparkling pool with sun shelf and bubbler, and spa with stair-stepped spillway. Motorized retractable screens, and an outdoor kitchen and fireplace provide a variety of options to enjoy the splendor of the outdoors. Image ©Advanced Photography Specialists

With a view of the east shore of Lake Monona, the sunroom is open to glorious views of the Capitol. Because it is also exposed to the harsh winter winds and unrelenting summer sun, we maximized comfort with high performance energy detailing. Solar specific Heat Mirror® glazing from Marvin Windows lowers air conditioning costs in the summer and heating costs in the winter. The walls and ceiling are clad with painted bead board for a lake-cabin ambiance. This is now the owners' favorite room in the house! Photo by: Laura Obverg

A Historic Home Master Suite Bathroom renovation. This updated look and large shower, with white tile and colored tile detail is spacious for his and her shower heads along with a large shower niche and heated shower floor. - Rigsby Group, Inc.

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Mimicking the look of a carriage house, the garage is a nod to the home's barn past. Details on the garage and other parts of the addition (i.e. board and batten siding, shakes, and fieldstone) complement the existing exterior, creating a seamless transition. The LP Smartside siding and Azek trim are low maintenance, and the custom door is a focal point. Photo Credit - David Bader

Photo Credit: Tiffany Ringwald GC: Ekren Construction
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This beautiful kitchen has been fabricated by Ancient Art Stone! http://www.ancientartstone.com/ Aurora Blue quartzite is one of a kind in looks. It's soft veining and light contrast in colors really makes it stand out! Understanding Quartzite It’s more durable than granite. The two are both natural stones, both are hard, and both are very beautiful, but you have to look a little deeper to see if one is a better fit for you than the other. Both are formed deep within the earth from heat and pressure, so both stones are hard and sturdy. At a 7 on the Mohs Hardness Scale, quartzite is actually harder than granite. It’s harder than all the other popular stones used in countertops. Many people love the look of quartzite because some types can look very much like marble. Another difference between the two stones is the fact that most quartzite is denser and less porous than granite so some people don’t even seal the stone at all. Quartzite and quartz are two very different materials. Quartzite is a natural metamorphic stone formed when sand is heated and compressed within the earth. Quartz contains pieces of ground quartz combined with resin and polymers to create a man-made material that’s pretty and strong. Quartzite may seem expensive. However, it can be less expensive than most marble. When comparing the price to either granite or quartz, you’ll find they fall in a similar range. Generally, the more ‘exotic’ i.e. rare, the higher the price. Quartzites that look like marble can fetch higher prices because of demand. We hope you personally check out our beautiful quartzite selection! Click to see more quartzite or other stone products (you can search for aurora blue): http://www.stoneaction.com