A view of 3 Bassano's long axis, as seen along Bassano (looking towards Granton Ave). Note the private entry to the first of 2 basement units. Each upper unit has a generous front deck fashioned like a portico for a more contextual blending with the remainder of the mature neighborhood.

A corner view of 3 Bassano, as seen from Granton Avenue and Bassano street. The architectural treatment of this corner was paramount in the buildings internal function. This desire to achieve curb appeal ended up giving the building it's distinctive shape and better justified the pulled back for for both floors.

Custom cabana with fireplace, tv, living space, and dining area
Inspiration for a huge timeless backyard stone and rectangular pool house remodel in Chicago

Foyer - rustic medium tone wood floor foyer idea in Seattle with a medium wood front door and white walls

Design: Monica Fairbairn Photo: Daniel Nystedt

Design drawings prepared in support of zoning By-Law variance application
Small traditional three-story mixed siding gable roof idea in Toronto with a mixed material roof

Design drawings prepared in support of zoning By-Law variance application
Small elegant three-story mixed siding gable roof photo in Toronto with a mixed material roof

Design drawings prepared in support of zoning By-Law variance application
Small elegant three-story mixed siding gable roof photo in Toronto with a mixed material roof

Design drawings prepared in support of zoning By-Law variance application
Small traditional three-story mixed siding gable roof idea in Toronto with a mixed material roof

This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

Jerry Hayes
Inspiration for a mediterranean dark wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and two islands

Alise O'Brien
Inspiration for a cottage light wood floor family room remodel in Austin

steve Lerum
Inspiration for a contemporary bedroom remodel in Orange County with beige walls and no fireplace

Angie Seckinger
Alcove shower - mid-sized coastal 3/4 alcove shower idea in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls and blue countertops

A couple from the Chicago area created a home they can enjoy and reconnect with their fully grown sons and expanding families, to fish and ski. Reclaimed post and beam barn from Vermont as the primary focus with extensions leading to a master suite; garage and artist’s studio. A four bedroom home with ample space for entertaining with surrounding patio with an exterior fireplace Reclaimed board siding; stone and metal roofing

Basement - large contemporary underground dark wood floor and orange floor basement idea in New York with beige walls and no fireplace

Ashley Avila Photography
Large craftsman gray two-story wood gable roof idea in Grand Rapids

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless white one-story stucco house exterior remodel in New Orleans with a hip roof and a shingle roof