We recently visited a decking job in Whitby, Ontario. This beautiful home has been around since 1975, with apple trees from the original orchard in the backyard. The homeowner opted for Craft-Bilt Aluminum Decking because it will last a lifetime. The contactor, G & R Saikali, built matching benches with our decking, a very nice touch. Aluminum decking is an expensive option, but it will outlast any kind of plastic or composite. Oddly, the homeowner told us that his quote for composite decking from a well know contractor was several thousand dollars more than the aluminum. #aluminumdecking #craftbilt

Architecture by Horst Architects www.horst-architects.com Toby Ponnay Photography
Deck - large contemporary backyard deck idea in Orange County with a fire pit

Nursery - transitional guest and gender-neutral multicolored floor nursery idea in New York with white walls

The new space feels light, airy and open exuding a tranquil sophistication. A relaxed, meditative atmosphere is achieved by combining glass tile, white walls, dark cabinets and a porcelain countertop.

Bliss Garden Design
Inspiration for a traditional gravel landscaping in Seattle.

This second-story addition to an already 'picture perfect' Naples home presented many challenges. The main tension between adding the many 'must haves' the client wanted on their second floor, but at the same time not overwhelming the first floor. Working with David Benner of Safety Harbor Builders was key in the design and construction process – keeping the critical aesthetic elements in check. The owners were very 'detail oriented' and actively involved throughout the process. The result was adding 924 sq ft to the 1,600 sq ft home, with the addition of a large Bonus/Game Room, Guest Suite, 1-1/2 Baths and Laundry. But most importantly — the second floor is in complete harmony with the first, it looks as it was always meant to be that way. ©Energy Smart Home Plans, Safety Harbor Builders, Glenn Hettinger Photography

Small space living solutions are used throughout this contemporary 596 square foot tiny house. Adjustable height table in the entry area serves as both a coffee table for socializing and as a dining table for eating. Curved banquette is upholstered in outdoor fabric for durability and maximizes space with hidden storage underneath the seat. Kitchen island has a retractable countertop for additional seating while the living area conceals a work desk and media center behind sliding shoji screens. Calming tones of sand and deep ocean blue fill the tiny bedroom downstairs. Glowing bedside sconces utilize wall-mounting and swing arms to conserve bedside space and maximize flexibility.

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Kim Sargent
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Example of a classic beige floor laundry room design in Baltimore with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and beige countertops

Photo: Curtis Lew
Inspiration for a coastal kitchen remodel in New York with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops and paneled appliances

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Inspiration for a coastal medium tone wood floor bedroom remodel in Providence with white walls and a stone fireplace

Photography: Nathan Schroder
Tuscan l-shaped kitchen photo in Dallas with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, mosaic tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

COLE VALLEY BATHROOM photo: Michele Lee Willson
Inspiration for a contemporary blue tile blue floor corner shower remodel in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls, an integrated sink and white countertops

Clients' first home and there forever home with a family of four and in laws close, this home needed to be able to grow with the family. This most recent growth included a few home additions including the kids bathrooms (on suite) added on to the East end, the two original bathrooms were converted into one larger hall bath, the kitchen wall was blown out, entrying into a complete 22'x22' great room addition with a mudroom and half bath leading to the garage and the final addition a third car garage. This space is transitional and classic to last the test of time.

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2013 Houzz
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