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The Brooklyn StudioThis residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine.
Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home.
The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living.
This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut.
Photography by Kevin Kunstadt
Christopher Simmonds ArchitectThe client’s brief was to create a space reminiscent of their beloved downtown Chicago industrial loft, in a rural farm setting, while incorporating their unique collection of vintage and architectural salvage. The result is a custom designed space that blends life on the farm with an industrial sensibility.
The new house is located on approximately the same footprint as the original farm house on the property. Barely visible from the road due to the protection of conifer trees and a long driveway, the house sits on the edge of a field with views of the neighbouring 60 acre farm and creek that runs along the length of the property.
The main level open living space is conceived as a transparent social hub for viewing the landscape. Large sliding glass doors create strong visual connections with an adjacent barn on one end and a mature black walnut tree on the other.
The house is situated to optimize views, while at the same time protecting occupants from blazing summer sun and stiff winter winds. The wall to wall sliding doors on the south side of the main living space provide expansive views to the creek, and allow for breezes to flow throughout. The wrap around aluminum louvered sun shade tempers the sun.
The subdued exterior material palette is defined by horizontal wood siding, standing seam metal roofing and large format polished concrete blocks.
The interiors were driven by the owners’ desire to have a home that would properly feature their unique vintage collection, and yet have a modern open layout. Polished concrete floors and steel beams on the main level set the industrial tone and are paired with a stainless steel island counter top, backsplash and industrial range hood in the kitchen. An old drinking fountain is built-in to the mudroom millwork, carefully restored bi-parting doors frame the library entrance, and a vibrant antique stained glass panel is set into the foyer wall allowing diffused coloured light to spill into the hallway. Upstairs, refurbished claw foot tubs are situated to view the landscape.
The double height library with mezzanine serves as a prominent feature and quiet retreat for the residents. The white oak millwork exquisitely displays the homeowners’ vast collection of books and manuscripts. The material palette is complemented by steel counter tops, stainless steel ladder hardware and matte black metal mezzanine guards. The stairs carry the same language, with white oak open risers and stainless steel woven wire mesh panels set into a matte black steel frame.
The overall effect is a truly sublime blend of an industrial modern aesthetic punctuated by personal elements of the owners’ storied life.
Photography: James Brittain
Dream Coast BuildersFramed by gentle sea breezes and lush palm canopies, the balcony embodies the ease of coastal sophistication. A natural stone fireplace anchors one end, while open railings and expansive columns introduce rhythm and balance to the architecture. Plush seating and a suspended daybed invite leisurely afternoons beneath ceiling fans that stir the subtropical air. Soft neutral flooring complements the surrounding greenery, reflecting daylight in a calming palette of sand and stone. The covered layout ensures comfort year-round, allowing seamless connection between interior relaxation and outdoor living. With its blend of craftsmanship, comfort, and timeless style, this modern balcony defines luxury in the language of calm—an elegant retreat designed for coastal reflection and contemporary pleasure.
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New Explode ConstructionThis space transitions from kitchen to living zone with a rhythm that feels effortless and intentional. A minimalist ribbon fireplace adds emotional warmth without cluttering the design. Beside it, the floating staircase rises like sculpture—its wood treads and matte railing continuing the material language from the kitchen.
The restraint of this design makes it feel expansive. Nothing is overstated, yet everything is considered. Light is diffused. Movement is easy. Sightlines are uninterrupted. This is a moment where architecture, interior design, and atmosphere meet—and it's quietly powerful.
There's nothing here that doesn't serve a purpose, and nothing that doesn't serve beauty. This is minimalism that lives well.
Che InteriorsThe client came to us looking for a remodeled kitchen and living space for their single-family home. They wanted to create a sleek, modern aesthetic with a touch of bling.
Built in the ‘70s, the home sits atop the San Rafael hills, giving it incredible views of the Bay. Our first priority: knock a few walls down to open the living space up to the dramatic landscape.
Then, we sourced a kitchen set that made bling feel like an understatement—frameless, umbra Siematic cabinets with golden bronze hardware, matching open glass shelves, mirrored toe kicks, and a glitter backsplash grout.
For further impact, we designed an island in a near-inverse color scheme—dark faux marble top, simple white walls, and a metallic border for a floating effect. Above this, we sourced distinctive glossy gold pendants that are hyper-modern but with a retro-influence.
Finally, we completed the space by consulting on and sourcing elegant dining furniture that echoed the design language established, including a large white table with a uniquely artful stand.
Ambient
A unique tactile sensation, a soft touch effect which is added to an image of extraordinary elegance. Glass makes a comeback with Tempra, a protagonist of the antoniolupi collections. A silky and delicate effect changes how we consider the material by opening to new languages and expressive potential
The essential feature given by Nevio Tellatin and the quality of the internal glass factory translate into a collection of shelves, cabinets and accessories of elegant furniture suspended from the floor and with absolute dimensional balance.
The acid etched tempered glass takes on new forms and meanings becoming frame and finish at the same time. Top, sides, doors, total glass to create a sophisticated and ethereal image.
Dream Coast BuildersDesigned for seamless flow, this open concept kitchen harmonizes functionality with effortless elegance. Its soft beige cabinetry and flush-panel drawers extend into the living and dining areas, unifying the home with a single cohesive language. A long island anchors the space, offering generous workspace and social connection, while stone countertops and recessed lighting enrich its inviting warmth. Large sliding doors introduce natural light that glides across the surfaces, balancing contemporary geometry with comfort. Every detail—from the integrated appliances to the minimalist hardware—reflects an elevated approach to kitchen renovation and modern kitchen design, blending coastal ease with sophisticated architectural rhythm for a home that feels both grounded and refined.
AmbientDesign Nevio Tellatin.
A unique tactile sensation, a soft touch effect which is added to an image of extraordinary elegance. Glass makes a comeback with Tempra, a protagonist of the antoniolupi collections. A silky and delicate effect changes how we consider the material by opening to new languages and expressive potential
The essential feature given by Nevio Tellatin and the quality of the internal glass factory translate into a collection of shelves, cabinets and accessories of elegant furniture suspended from the floor and with absolute dimensional balance.
The acid etched tempered glass takes on new forms and meanings becoming frame and finish at the same time. Top, sides, doors, total glass to create a sophisticated and ethereal image.
The Brooklyn StudioThis residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine.
Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home.
The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living.
This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut.
Photography by Kevin Kunstadt
One SEED Architecture + InteriorsDesign: One SEED Architecture + Interiors (www.oneseed.ca)
Photography: Eric Scott Photography (www.ericscottphotography.com)
Builder: Vertical Grain Projects (verticalgrainprojects.com)
The 1 000SF, two bed and two bath condo was a true fixer-upper with outdated finishes and a floor plan that needed refinement. The suite was gutted down to concrete and studs, taking down several walls in the process. The design was influenced by the character and materials of a converted New York loft, and using the vernacular West Coast Modern language, it was infused with warm wood accents, exposed concrete, and framed views of the North Shore mountains.
D&G ConstructionThis remodel reimagines the main living space into a bright, open-concept environment that blends comfort, functionality, and modern design.
Wide-plank flooring flows throughout, creating continuity and warmth, while expansive windows bring in natural light and enhance the sense of openness. A sleek fireplace feature wall anchors the living area, paired with custom built-ins and floating shelves that add both storage and visual balance.
The kitchen was designed as the centerpiece of the home, featuring clean-lined cabinetry, a large island for gathering, and high-end finishes that elevate everyday use. Thoughtful lighting—from recessed fixtures to statement pendants—adds depth and highlights key areas throughout the space.
The lower level continues the same design language with a spacious layout ideal for entertaining or relaxing. A custom wet bar with open shelving and a tile backsplash creates a dedicated hosting zone, while soft carpeting keeps the space comfortable and inviting.
Finishing touches like updated bathrooms with modern fixtures and clean tilework complete the transformation, tying every space together with a cohesive, refined feel.
The result is a home that feels open, elevated, and built for the way people actually live.
NL Home and DesignsThis project is a refined expression of modern luxury, where thoughtful design meets effortless sophistication. Every element was meticulously curated to create a space that feels both elevated and inviting balancing clean architectural lines with rich textures and bespoke detailing.
From the moment you enter, a cohesive design language unfolds. Layered neutrals, custom millwork, and carefully selected materials establish a sense of quiet opulence, while statement lighting and tailored furnishings introduce depth and visual intrigue. Each room was designed with intention, ensuring seamless flow while maintaining its own distinct identity.
The living spaces prioritize comfort without compromising elegance, featuring plush seating, sculptural accents, and a harmonious blend of finishes. In the kitchen, form meets function through sleek cabinetry, premium surfaces, and integrated appliances creating a space that is as practical as it is striking.
Attention to detail is evident throughout, from the precision of the craftsmanship to the balance of proportion and scale. The result is a home that feels curated yet livable, luxurious yet warm designed to stand the test of time.
D&G ConstructionThis remodel reimagines the main living space into a bright, open-concept environment that blends comfort, functionality, and modern design.
Wide-plank flooring flows throughout, creating continuity and warmth, while expansive windows bring in natural light and enhance the sense of openness. A sleek fireplace feature wall anchors the living area, paired with custom built-ins and floating shelves that add both storage and visual balance.
The kitchen was designed as the centerpiece of the home, featuring clean-lined cabinetry, a large island for gathering, and high-end finishes that elevate everyday use. Thoughtful lighting—from recessed fixtures to statement pendants—adds depth and highlights key areas throughout the space.
The lower level continues the same design language with a spacious layout ideal for entertaining or relaxing. A custom wet bar with open shelving and a tile backsplash creates a dedicated hosting zone, while soft carpeting keeps the space comfortable and inviting.
Finishing touches like updated bathrooms with modern fixtures and clean tilework complete the transformation, tying every space together with a cohesive, refined feel.
The result is a home that feels open, elevated, and built for the way people actually live.
Veron Builders, LLCModern Warm Bathroom Remodel | Boulder, Colorado
This Boulder bathroom remodel blends modern design with warm, natural elements to create a cohesive, spa-like environment across both the primary and guest bathrooms. Designed in collaboration with Boulder Design Group and built by Veron Builders, the project focuses on clean lines, layered textures, and thoughtful material selection.
The primary bathroom features a custom wood vanity, vertical tile detailing, floating shelving, and warm brass fixtures that bring depth and warmth to a clean, modern layout. A frameless glass shower enhances the open, airy feel of the space.
The guest bathroom carries a complementary design language, maintaining visual continuity while offering its own refined details and layout. Together, both spaces balance function and elevated design through consistent materials and intentional contrast.
Design Highlights
Custom wood vanities
Vertical tile accent walls
Warm brass fixtures
Floating wood shelving
Frameless glass showers
Layered natural textures
Demark StudioLos Altos Hillside Home is a ground-up residence in Los Altos, California, designed around clarity, restraint, and a strong connection to the landscape. Built into a steep hillside, the home steps with the terrain to minimize disruption while maximizing views, outdoor space, and access to the surrounding landscape. A single horizontal roofline unifies the composition, while large-format glazing wraps the perimeter and blurs the boundary between indoors and out. Private decks, shaded patios, and direct garden access extend the living spaces into the hillside. Throughout the home, a restrained palette of warm wood, dark metal, and smooth plaster creates a consistent architectural language, with deep overhangs, aligned ceilings and soffits, and integrated built-ins reinforcing the sense of calm and precision.
D&G ConstructionThis remodel reimagines the main living space into a bright, open-concept environment that blends comfort, functionality, and modern design.
Wide-plank flooring flows throughout, creating continuity and warmth, while expansive windows bring in natural light and enhance the sense of openness. A sleek fireplace feature wall anchors the living area, paired with custom built-ins and floating shelves that add both storage and visual balance.
The kitchen was designed as the centerpiece of the home, featuring clean-lined cabinetry, a large island for gathering, and high-end finishes that elevate everyday use. Thoughtful lighting—from recessed fixtures to statement pendants—adds depth and highlights key areas throughout the space.
The lower level continues the same design language with a spacious layout ideal for entertaining or relaxing. A custom wet bar with open shelving and a tile backsplash creates a dedicated hosting zone, while soft carpeting keeps the space comfortable and inviting.
Finishing touches like updated bathrooms with modern fixtures and clean tilework complete the transformation, tying every space together with a cohesive, refined feel.
The result is a home that feels open, elevated, and built for the way people actually live.
Veron Builders, LLCModern Warm Bathroom Remodel | Boulder, Colorado
This Boulder bathroom remodel blends modern design with warm, natural elements to create a cohesive, spa-like environment across both the primary and guest bathrooms. Designed in collaboration with Boulder Design Group and built by Veron Builders, the project focuses on clean lines, layered textures, and thoughtful material selection.
The primary bathroom features a custom wood vanity, vertical tile detailing, floating shelving, and warm brass fixtures that bring depth and warmth to a clean, modern layout. A frameless glass shower enhances the open, airy feel of the space.
The guest bathroom carries a complementary design language, maintaining visual continuity while offering its own refined details and layout. Together, both spaces balance function and elevated design through consistent materials and intentional contrast.
Design Highlights
Custom wood vanities
Vertical tile accent walls
Warm brass fixtures
Floating wood shelving
Frameless glass showers
Layered natural textures
NL Home and DesignsThis project is a refined expression of modern luxury, where thoughtful design meets effortless sophistication. Every element was meticulously curated to create a space that feels both elevated and inviting balancing clean architectural lines with rich textures and bespoke detailing.
From the moment you enter, a cohesive design language unfolds. Layered neutrals, custom millwork, and carefully selected materials establish a sense of quiet opulence, while statement lighting and tailored furnishings introduce depth and visual intrigue. Each room was designed with intention, ensuring seamless flow while maintaining its own distinct identity.
The living spaces prioritize comfort without compromising elegance, featuring plush seating, sculptural accents, and a harmonious blend of finishes. In the kitchen, form meets function through sleek cabinetry, premium surfaces, and integrated appliances creating a space that is as practical as it is striking.
Attention to detail is evident throughout, from the precision of the craftsmanship to the balance of proportion and scale. The result is a home that feels curated yet livable, luxurious yet warm designed to stand the test of time.
D&G ConstructionThis remodel reimagines the main living space into a bright, open-concept environment that blends comfort, functionality, and modern design.
Wide-plank flooring flows throughout, creating continuity and warmth, while expansive windows bring in natural light and enhance the sense of openness. A sleek fireplace feature wall anchors the living area, paired with custom built-ins and floating shelves that add both storage and visual balance.
The kitchen was designed as the centerpiece of the home, featuring clean-lined cabinetry, a large island for gathering, and high-end finishes that elevate everyday use. Thoughtful lighting—from recessed fixtures to statement pendants—adds depth and highlights key areas throughout the space.
The lower level continues the same design language with a spacious layout ideal for entertaining or relaxing. A custom wet bar with open shelving and a tile backsplash creates a dedicated hosting zone, while soft carpeting keeps the space comfortable and inviting.
Finishing touches like updated bathrooms with modern fixtures and clean tilework complete the transformation, tying every space together with a cohesive, refined feel.
The result is a home that feels open, elevated, and built for the way people actually live.
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