This kitchen needed a facelift. The existing cherry cabinets were painted Valspar's "Safari Brown." The laminate countertops were replaced with Cambria's "Bradshaw" quartz. New linear hardware was added and a cut stone backsplash adds a fresh rustic look. The desk area features a cork backsplash (from remnants of cork flooring.) Other updates include LED undercabinet lighting on a motion timer, integrated USB chargers in the outlets and upper cabinet lighting with frosted glass.

Custom built-in dining wall cabinet with bar Integrated LED lighting Metal framed glass doors White washed oak wood
Dining room - transitional dining room idea in Vancouver

Example of a mid-sized trendy formal and enclosed light wood floor, beige floor and shiplap wall living room design in Vancouver with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a media wall

Roberts Electric was the electrical contractor on this Oakland project that won a REMMIE for the Regional and National Contractor of the Year Award by the San Francisco Chapter of NARI in the Kitchens over $150K category. The project also was selected for the 2017 Rockridge Kitchen Tour in September. RECO once again teamed with longtime trade partner, McCutcheon Construction, on this project. The owners of this 100-year-old craftsman wanted not just a new dream kitchen, but one that restored the home’s original character. It also needed to serve as a central gathering place for three generations of family. Like many kitchen remodels these days, the existing kitchen and dining area were small and cramped, with a low ceiling. The new design opened up the living area by removing dividing walls and raising the ceiling. A central island focuses the space toward the outdoors and the new stair landing. White walls and cabinets are the perfect backdrop for the bold color of the exposed brickwork and the dark blue china cabinet. RECO installed high-efficacy LED recessed lights, up lights and undercounter strips that help save energy. We adapted the existing circuiting and distribution as needed, including arc fault safety breakers and installed soft-glow, energy-efficient LED steplights on the deck, with complementary sconces and added security lighting.

Transitional style white kitchen has quartzite countertops and pass through wall of cabinets. Upper cabinets have glass doors on front and back with LED lights. Norman Sizemore- Photographer

Roberts Electric was the electrical contractor on this Oakland project that won a REMMIE for the Regional and National Contractor of the Year Award by the San Francisco Chapter of NARI in the Kitchens over $150K category. The project also was selected for the 2017 Rockridge Kitchen Tour in September. RECO once again teamed with longtime trade partner, McCutcheon Construction, on this project. The owners of this 100-year-old craftsman wanted not just a new dream kitchen, but one that restored the home’s original character. It also needed to serve as a central gathering place for three generations of family. Like many kitchen remodels these days, the existing kitchen and dining area were small and cramped, with a low ceiling. The new design opened up the living area by removing dividing walls and raising the ceiling. A central island focuses the space toward the outdoors and the new stair landing. White walls and cabinets are the perfect backdrop for the bold color of the exposed brickwork and the dark blue china cabinet. RECO installed high-efficacy LED recessed lights, up lights and undercounter strips that help save energy. We adapted the existing circuiting and distribution as needed, including arc fault safety breakers and installed soft-glow, energy-efficient LED steplights on the deck, with complementary sconces and added security lighting.

Mid-sized trendy single-wall dark wood floor and black floor dry bar photo in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black backsplash, wood backsplash, black countertops and wood countertops

This upscale Condo had a Master bath that was anything but upscale. The molded plastic shower stall with "integrated molded bench" and gold colored shower door wall, were a constant annoyance for the owner. The molded plastic theme carried over to the vanity top with an "integrated molded sink". The large plate glass mirror completed the look. We constructed an custom shower stall with a tile base, large format porcelain tile walls, a custom bench with a quartz seat, and a recessed niche with a matching quartz sill. The shower wall and door are now frameless "heavy" glass, and all of the plumbing fixtures are top of the line. The vitreous china sink is mounted under a rich quartz vanity top, and a large recessed medicine cabinet with LED light bars integrated into the mirror adorns the wall.

This upscale Condo had a Master bath that was anything but upscale. The molded plastic shower stall with "integrated molded bench" and gold colored shower door wall, were a constant annoyance for the owner. The molded plastic theme carried over to the vanity top with an "integrated molded sink". The large plate glass mirror completed the look. We constructed an custom shower stall with a tile base, large format porcelain tile walls, a custom bench with a quartz seat, and a recessed niche with a matching quartz sill. The shower wall and door are now frameless "heavy" glass, and all of the plumbing fixtures are top of the line. The vitreous china sink is mounted under a rich quartz vanity top, and a large recessed medicine cabinet with LED light bars integrated into the mirror adorns the wall.

Custom built-in dining wall cabinet with bar Integrated LED lighting Metal framed glass doors White washed oak wood
Dining room - transitional dining room idea in Vancouver

Custom built-in dining wall cabinet with bar Integrated LED lighting Metal framed glass doors White washed oak wood
Dining room - transitional dining room idea in Vancouver

Dura Supreme Cabinetry, Door is Marley Panel, Cherry Hazelnut with Black Accent. The island is maple painted in Classic White. Countertops are White Spring Granite and Walnut Spekva wood top. Rohl Fireclay Sink. Paint is Benjamin Moore Plymouth Rock and China White. Tile is by The Tileshop and it is a subway crackle and beach mosaic. Thermador Rangetop, Modern Aire Copper Hood, Thermador Ovens, Warming Drawer and Dishwasher. Kitchen Aide Built In Refrigerator. Decorative Columns also serve as structural posts. Copper Pendant lights, Vaulted Ceilings.

Roberts Electric was the electrical contractor on this Oakland project that won a REMMIE for the Regional and National Contractor of the Year Award by the San Francisco Chapter of NARI in the Kitchens over $150K category. The project also was selected for the 2017 Rockridge Kitchen Tour in September. RECO once again teamed with longtime trade partner, McCutcheon Construction, on this project. The owners of this 100-year-old craftsman wanted not just a new dream kitchen, but one that restored the home’s original character. It also needed to serve as a central gathering place for three generations of family. Like many kitchen remodels these days, the existing kitchen and dining area were small and cramped, with a low ceiling. The new design opened up the living area by removing dividing walls and raising the ceiling. A central island focuses the space toward the outdoors and the new stair landing. White walls and cabinets are the perfect backdrop for the bold color of the exposed brickwork and the dark blue china cabinet. RECO installed high-efficacy LED recessed lights, up lights and undercounter strips that help save energy. We adapted the existing circuiting and distribution as needed, including arc fault safety breakers and installed soft-glow, energy-efficient LED steplights on the deck, with complementary sconces and added security lighting. Photography: Robert Vente

This floating staircase was a different style from the usual Stairworks design. The owner wanted us to design, fabricate and install the steel and the treads, so our in-house staircase designer drew everything out. Because the owner has strong ties to China, he had everything sent away in order for the treads to be manufactured there. What made this tricky was that there wasn’t any extra material so we had to be very careful with our quantities when we were finishing the floating staircase build. The treads have LED light strips underneath as well as a high polish, which give it a beautiful finish. The only challenge is that the darker wood and higher polish can sometimes show scratches more easily. The stairs have a somewhat mid-century modern feel due to the square handrail and the Stairworks exclusive round spindle balustrade. This style of metal balustrade is one of our specialties as the fixing has been developed over the last year closely with our engineer allowing for there to be no fixings shown on the bottom of the tread while still achieving all engineering requirements.

This floating staircase was a different style from the usual Stairworks design. The owner wanted us to design, fabricate and install the steel and the treads, so our in-house staircase designer drew everything out. Because the owner has strong ties to China, he had everything sent away in order for the treads to be manufactured there. What made this tricky was that there wasn’t any extra material so we had to be very careful with our quantities when we were finishing the floating staircase build. The treads have LED light strips underneath as well as a high polish, which give it a beautiful finish. The only challenge is that the darker wood and higher polish can sometimes show scratches more easily. The stairs have a somewhat mid-century modern feel due to the square handrail and the Stairworks exclusive round spindle balustrade. This style of metal balustrade is one of our specialties as the fixing has been developed over the last year closely with our engineer allowing for there to be no fixings shown on the bottom of the tread while still achieving all engineering requirements.

This fully renovated suite is situated in Vancouver’s Iconic Hycroft Towers. This beautifully designed 1700 square foot condo has been transformed from a three bedroom 1950's style to a modern chic open one bedroom and flex. Visually adding space and lots of natural light. Photos were provided by Brad Laughton Photographics.

This floating staircase was a different style from the usual Stairworks design. The owner wanted us to design, fabricate and install the steel and the treads, so our in-house staircase designer drew everything out. Because the owner has strong ties to China, he had everything sent away in order for the treads to be manufactured there. What made this tricky was that there wasn’t any extra material so we had to be very careful with our quantities when we were finishing the floating staircase build. The treads have LED light strips underneath as well as a high polish, which give it a beautiful finish. The only challenge is that the darker wood and higher polish can sometimes show scratches more easily. The stairs have a somewhat mid-century modern feel due to the square handrail and the Stairworks exclusive round spindle balustrade. This style of metal balustrade is one of our specialties as the fixing has been developed over the last year closely with our engineer allowing for there to be no fixings shown on the bottom of the tread while still achieving all engineering requirements.

This floating staircase was a different style from the usual Stairworks design. The owner wanted us to design, fabricate and install the steel and the treads, so our in-house staircase designer drew everything out. Because the owner has strong ties to China, he had everything sent away in order for the treads to be manufactured there. What made this tricky was that there wasn’t any extra material so we had to be very careful with our quantities when we were finishing the floating staircase build. The treads have LED light strips underneath as well as a high polish, which give it a beautiful finish. The only challenge is that the darker wood and higher polish can sometimes show scratches more easily. The stairs have a somewhat mid-century modern feel due to the square handrail and the Stairworks exclusive round spindle balustrade. This style of metal balustrade is one of our specialties as the fixing has been developed over the last year closely with our engineer allowing for there to be no fixings shown on the bottom of the tread while still achieving all engineering requirements.

For this newly-built waterfront home on Long Island’s north shore, Bakes & Kropp designed a modern, transitional kitchen and complimentary bathroom spaces. Led by Senior Kitchen Designer Mary Dimichino, the design team drew inspiration from the peaceful water vista framed by the kitchen windows. The result is an open, airy space with clean lines and a soothing mixture of white and walnut finishes tempered by polished metal accents.