Decorate your bedroom with a striking square and abstract area rug, designed to be the centerpiece of your bedroom decor. This versatile addition not only enhances the visual appeal of your space but also provides comfort and practicality. Design and Style: A square and abstract rug offers a modern twist on traditional rug designs, making it perfect for contemporary and mid-century modern bedrooms. Its geometric patterns and bold colors can create a dynamic focal point, adding depth and character to your decor. Whether you prefer a sleek, minimalistic look or a vibrant, artistic statement, this rug type seamlessly integrates with various styles, including transitional and modern aesthetics. Materials and Craftsmanship: Choose from a range of materials to suit your style and needs. Hand-tufted and hand-knotted rugs deliver luxurious textures and intricate designs, perfect for a high-end touch. For a more practical approach, machine-woven rugs offer durability and ease of maintenance, often featuring heat-set fibers that resist wear and tear. If you appreciate artisanal quality, hand-loomed rugs provide unique textures and a handcrafted feel. Functionality and Features: For added comfort and functionality, look for rugs with plush, cushioned surfaces that enhance the coziness of your bedroom. Square rugs can fit snugly into various spaces, including larger rooms where an 8x10 size might be ideal. Consider machine washable and stain-resistant options to maintain a fresh and clean look effortlessly. Water-resistant features can protect against spills, while non-slip and adhesive backings ensure safety on hardwood floors. Versatility and Maintenance: Abstract designs are inherently versatile, making them easy to pair with different bedroom decor styles. Whether your bedroom is decorated in contemporary, traditional, or mid-century modern themes, a square abstract rug can tie the room together. Reversible and distressed designs add an element of practicality and charm, allowing you to switch up your look or manage wear and tear. Customization: Personalize your space with a custom rug set, tailored to your exact specifications. A square and abstract rug can be made to fit your room’s dimensions perfectly, ensuring a cohesive look. Options like fringe details or organic textures can further enhance the uniqueness and style of your rug. Summary: Incorporating a square and abstract area rug into your bedroom decor can elevate the space with both style and function. With choices ranging from luxurious hand-tufted and hand-knotted designs to practical machine-woven options, and features such as stain resistance and cushioned surfaces, you can find the perfect rug to complement your decor. Explore the 15 best area rugs to discover the ideal match for your modern, transitional, or traditional bedroom.

This contemporary conservatory located in Hamilton, Massachusetts features our solid Sapele mahogany custom glass roof system and Andersen 400 series casement windows and doors. Our client desired a space that would offer an outdoor feeling alongside unique and luxurious additions such as a corner fireplace and custom accent lighting. The combination of the full glass wall façade and hip roof design provides tremendous light levels during the day, while the fully functional fireplace and warm lighting creates an amazing atmosphere at night. This pairing is truly the best of both worlds and is exactly what our client had envisioned. Acting as the full service design/build firm, Sunspace Design, Inc. poured the full basement foundation for utilities and added storage. Our experienced craftsmen added an exterior deck for outdoor dining and direct access to the backyard. The new space has eleven operable windows as well as air conditioning and heat to provide year-round comfort. A new set of French doors provides an elegant transition from the existing house while also conveying light to the adjacent rooms. Sunspace Design, Inc. worked closely with the client and Siemasko + Verbridge Architecture in Beverly, Massachusetts to develop, manage and build every aspect of this beautiful project. As a result, the client can now enjoy a warm fire while watching the winter snow fall outside. The architectural elements of the conservatory are bolstered by our use of high performance glass with excellent light transmittance, solar control, and insulating values. Sunspace Design, Inc. has unlimited design capabilities and uses all in-house craftsmen to manufacture and build its conservatories, orangeries, and sunrooms as well as its custom skylights and roof lanterns. Using solid conventional wall framing along with the best windows and doors from top manufacturers, we can easily blend these spaces with the design elements of each individual home. For architects and designers we offer an excellent service that enables the architect to develop the concept while we provide the technical drawings to transform the idea to reality. For builders, we can provide the glass portion of a project while they perform all of the traditional construction, just as they would on any project. As craftsmen and builders ourselves, we work with these groups to create seamless transition between their work and ours. For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.sunspacedesign.com and follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/sunspacedesigninc Photography: Brian O'Connor

This contemporary conservatory located in Hamilton, Massachusetts features our solid Sapele mahogany custom glass roof system and Andersen 400 series casement windows and doors. Our client desired a space that would offer an outdoor feeling alongside unique and luxurious additions such as a corner fireplace and custom accent lighting. The combination of the full glass wall façade and hip roof design provides tremendous light levels during the day, while the fully functional fireplace and warm lighting creates an amazing atmosphere at night. This pairing is truly the best of both worlds and is exactly what our client had envisioned. Acting as the full service design/build firm, Sunspace Design, Inc. poured the full basement foundation for utilities and added storage. Our experienced craftsmen added an exterior deck for outdoor dining and direct access to the backyard. The new space has eleven operable windows as well as air conditioning and heat to provide year-round comfort. A new set of French doors provides an elegant transition from the existing house while also conveying light to the adjacent rooms. Sunspace Design, Inc. worked closely with the client and Siemasko + Verbridge Architecture in Beverly, Massachusetts to develop, manage and build every aspect of this beautiful project. As a result, the client can now enjoy a warm fire while watching the winter snow fall outside. The architectural elements of the conservatory are bolstered by our use of high performance glass with excellent light transmittance, solar control, and insulating values. Sunspace Design, Inc. has unlimited design capabilities and uses all in-house craftsmen to manufacture and build its conservatories, orangeries, and sunrooms as well as its custom skylights and roof lanterns. Using solid conventional wall framing along with the best windows and doors from top manufacturers, we can easily blend these spaces with the design elements of each individual home. For architects and designers we offer an excellent service that enables the architect to develop the concept while we provide the technical drawings to transform the idea to reality. For builders, we can provide the glass portion of a project while they perform all of the traditional construction, just as they would on any project. As craftsmen and builders ourselves, we work with these groups to create seamless transition between their work and ours. For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.sunspacedesign.com and follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/sunspacedesigninc Photography: Brian O'Connor

Stunning bathroom suite with laundry room located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Candlelight Cabinetry custom English Linen vanity is a showpiece in this suite. Brooks Custom Eco-walnut countertop is the perfect match for the vanity. The clients own custom sink is highlighted by the Brizo Faucet Rook in venetian bronze and the Top Knobs brookline hardware in oil rubbed bronze. The amazing MAAX Optic Hydrofeel soaking tub is also enclosed with English Linen panels, the tub deck Great In Counters Rainforest granite highlights the tub. Emilamerica Fusion tub and shower wall tile in white, Schluter-Systems North America corner molding in antique bronze and Symmons Industries elm tub filler complete this oasis. The custom glass enclosed shower is a masterpiece showcasing the Fusion white wall tile, Elm shower system, Moen grab bar and Daltile Veranda Porcelain tile in Dune. Toto Drake Elongated toilet and Elm accessories complete this design. And finally the Brickwork floor tile in Studio is not only beautiful but it is warm also. Nuheat Floor Heating Systems custom radiant floor mat will keep our client's warm this winter. Designed Scott Trainor Installation J.M. Bryson Construction Management Photography by Jessica Pohl #RhodeIslandDesign #ridesign #rhodeisland #RI #customcabinets #RIBathrooms #RICustombathroom #RIBathroomremodel #bathroomcabinets #Candlelightcabinetry #whitevanity #masterbathroomsuiteremodel #woodvanitycountertop #topknobs #Brizo #oilrubbedbronzefaucet #customvesselsink #customglassshower #symmonsindustries #Daltile #emilamerica #showertile #porcelaintile #whitetile #maax #soakingtub #oilrubbedbronzeaaccessories #rainforestgranite #tubdeck #tubfiller #moen #nuheatflooringsystems #shlutersystemsbrookscustomdesign #customdesign #designer #designpro #remodel #remodeling #Houzz #nkba30_30 #dreamhouse #dreamhome #dreammastersuite #BostonDesignGuide #NewEnglandHome #homeimprovement #tiledesign #NEDesign #NEDesigner #DesignerBathroom #Style #Contractor #Home #dreambathroom

Among the best in art ethanol fireplace design, the AF66 Remote Controlled Electronic Bio Ethanol Fireplace Insert is favored by architects, contractors and high-end designers and offers the discerning client unprecedented quality and safety. In addition to the same vent-free and clean burning flames as manual ethanol fireplace inserts, this art-Fire bio ethanol burner offers much more for both residential and commercial applications: Remote Control Capability. Due to its electronic operation, powered by a twelve-volt power source, this ethanol fireplace insert may be ignited and extinguished through an on/off switch located on the burner itself, a one-button remote control or through your smart phone by integrating with your Smart Home System. On-Board Safety Monitoring. The motherboard of this fireplace insert is safety-central. Constantly self-evaluating its operation, this intelligent burner reacts to any condition that appears atypical. Should it sense an excess amount of carbon dioxide emission or heat output, it will automatically cease operation, extinguish the flame and maintain the lock mechanism of the fuel chamber. Additionally, it will self-extinguish should it sense seismic motion or level of tilt making it a shock-proof device. Fuel and battery levels are also constantly evaluated for optimal performance and will give notification through the burner’s LED display, which will indicate operation times and alert you by sound and error message should an event occur. Sturdy Construction. Constructed of Grade 304 stainless steel, the ethanol burner is corrosion resistant and exhibits excellent resistance to atmospheric, chemical and other exposures. Its top plate measures three millimeters in thickness (3/32 inches). This allows sturdiness, yet promotes a low profile. For added safety, the bioethanol fireplace AF66 offers insulated double hearth construction. Separate Fuel Reservoir and Burner Tray. Continuing with the unprecedented safety features of this ethanol burner, excess fuel is housed in a sealed reservoir. This not only prevents fuel evaporation and the aromatic release of the raw ethanol, but lessens the amount of “exposed” fuel at any given time. Through a medical grade fuel pump, the ethanol is delivered into the burner tray. Only allowing the burner tray to manage a few centiliters of ethanol fuel at a given time promotes additional safety and minimizes the risk of fire-related dangers.

A kitchen traditional for today. This beautiful, bright kitchen is nestled within a colonial style home located in Manchester, NH. Created to blend the traditional style of the home with the contemporary entertaining style of the home’s newest owners, transforming the kitchen into a functional cooking and entertaining space did not come without a few challenges. The dated kitchen lacked counter, storage and pantry space. As with many older homes, there were sloping floors, chimney chases, and a lack of wall space. Rising to the challenge, I created three unique designs, each one designed to manage these challenges while offering the homeowners their choice of WOW factors. Indeed, the final design includes plenty of necessary counter space, amazing deep drawer storage, and wonderful pantry space. To make cooking easier and far more efficient, I accessorized with complements of oil pullouts, tray dividers, dual waste pull outs, and utensil dividers. The layout is also perfect for two cooking at the same time, and the additional counter seating makes this island the hot spot for all gatherings. To keep the “HOT” out of the hotspot however, guests remain comfortable with the pop up down draft installed alongside the 6 burner range efficiently drawing in that heat. Additionally, the raised bar behind the range top not only covers the down draft when in its raised position, but shields guests from any cooking splatter. 
AND, it’s the perfect bar height for leaning on or standing around those trays of yummy appetizers set upon it during a party! The final transformation of space into the perfect entertaining spot is the bar. The kitchen is open to the dining room so placing a small bar between the two spaces creates an easy bridge for guests to grab a drink without crossing the entire kitchen to the fridge. Lighting from the bar’s mullion wall cabinet softly cascades into the kitchen/seating area, illuminating the homeowner’s fine crystal wine and champagne glasses as it reflects the warmth and style of the new kitchen. Next to the bar is the creative addition of an oversized but streamlined chalk board where the signature drink of the night can be whimsically showcased restaurant style. Or, if they choose, guests may leave a note… White painted cabinets wrap around the perimeter of the kitchen while grey glazed cabinets ground the island. A traditional raised panel door and drawer style suit the home perfectly. Both are topped with polished black pearl granite countertops. The stainless steel double ovens, refrigerator, and dishwasher coordinate beautifully with the grey glazed island and rustic iron cabinet hardware. Large windows on two walls open to scenic views and let in lots of natural light. Smokey glass pendants and recessed lighting strategically light work stations while artfully illuminating the entire kitchen. Day and night, this now organized, streamlined kitchen embraces the home with a sense of light and warmth; an inviting space perfect for cooking or enjoying time with friends and family. Photography by Scott Sherman

Stunning bathroom suite with laundry room located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Candlelight Cabinetry custom English Linen vanity is a showpiece in this suite. Brooks Custom Eco-walnut countertop is the perfect match for the vanity. The clients own custom sink is highlighted by the Brizo Faucet Rook in venetian bronze and the Top Knobs brookline hardware in oil rubbed bronze. The amazing MAAX Optic Hydrofeel soaking tub is also enclosed with English Linen panels, the tub deck Great In Counters Rainforest granite highlights the tub. Emilamerica Fusion tub and shower wall tile in white, Schluter-Systems North America corner molding in antique bronze and Symmons Industries elm tub filler complete this oasis. The custom glass enclosed shower is a masterpiece showcasing the Fusion white wall tile, Elm shower system, Moen grab bar and Daltile Veranda Porcelain tile in Dune. Toto Drake Elongated toilet and Elm accessories complete this design. And finally the Brickwork floor tile in Studio is not only beautiful but it is warm also. Nuheat Floor Heating Systems custom radiant floor mat will keep our client's warm this winter. Designed Scott Trainor Installation J.M. Bryson Construction Management Photography by Jessica Pohl #RhodeIslandDesign #ridesign #rhodeisland #RI #customcabinets #RIBathrooms #RICustombathroom #RIBathroomremodel #bathroomcabinets #Candlelightcabinetry #whitevanity #masterbathroomsuiteremodel #woodvanitycountertop #topknobs #Brizo #oilrubbedbronzefaucet #customvesselsink #customglassshower #symmonsindustries #Daltile #emilamerica #showertile #porcelaintile #whitetile #maax #soakingtub #oilrubbedbronzeaaccessories #rainforestgranite #tubdeck #tubfiller #moen #nuheatflooringsystems #shlutersystemsbrookscustomdesign #customdesign #designer #designpro #remodel #remodeling #Houzz #nkba30_30 #dreamhouse #dreamhome #dreammastersuite #BostonDesignGuide #NewEnglandHome #homeimprovement #tiledesign #NEDesign #NEDesigner #DesignerBathroom #Style #Contractor #Home #dreambathroom

As a manager of a building or property, you quickly learn the art of mediation. One minute you may be working with a vendor to keep the building’s operating system running efficient and smooth; the next moment you may be calming a tenant down after finding the change in the system disrupted his office’s workflow. Give and take; it’s the only way to make sure every day runs perfectly. Overall, you have two goals to strive for in everything you do. 1. Keep the building running properly, upgrading systems as appropriate, and striving to do all you can on a pre-established budget. 2. Keep the building occupants happy, with as little disruption as possible. While some changes are minor, barely registering on a building occupant’s mind, with HVAC challenges, that’s rarely the case. If a HVAC contractor is replacing an air handler, for instance, and disconnects one and moves to the next unit, it may cause major disruptions to sensitive areas of a building. And if the occupant wasn’t prepared for the disruption, you can have a mighty unhappy customer on your hand. Anytime you are working on HVAC projects throughout your building, there are strategies you can put into place to keep things running smooth. Communicate with occupants Communication is key to any good relationship, and as a property manager, this rule is a great place to start. If you will be working with the HVAC equipment, block out the timeframe for work to be done, and understand the potential consequences of the process. Then communicate this process with every point of contact you have throughout the building. The more detail you can provide, the less surprises you’ll have throughout the process. You can also work with your building’s occupants before the process begins, finding out if there are better timeframes than others. Establish a realistic schedule As a property manager, its easy to provide your expectations for the HVAC project at hand, and request that the proposal be written in such a way that work is completed on your timeframe. Unfortunately, many contractors want your business and will agree to anything upfront in order to win the bid, knowing full well the work will take longer than specified. Instead of projecting your timeframes into the proposal process, ask for HVAC project bids to establish realistic schedules of how long the process will take, and what areas of your property will be most effected throughout the schedule. This will help you avoid crises between you and the contractor, and you and your tenants. Plan for the whole system If one small piece of your HVAC system is weak, its easy to fix that one small piece. But how will that impact your overall system? Will it cause weak spots in different parts of the building – maybe a corner office will have reduced air flow, and therefore be colder in the winter and warmer in the summer? When retrofitting new pieces with older existing systems, its easy to reduce the efficiency of your entire system. Before agreeing to certain repairs, make sure you understand how it will impact your entire system overall. An easy way of handling this problem is by working with the same HVAC contractor again and again, He will understand your system’s potential, and know when to make repairs, and when to replace. Have points of contact available for immediate assistance In many cases, problems arise because connections can’t be made. Can the HVAC contractor get a hold or you or another person that can make decisions at a moments notice if a problem arises? Do you have access to decision makers throughout the building that may be impacted by this change? Many projects have been put on hold simply because a person in authority can’t be found to give the go-ahead to move forward. If you have access to these people during the time of the project, you’ll be able to complete the project in record time. Test Finally, if you can test things in stages, or test when the potential for problems is the smallest, you reduce the chances of bigger emergency issues falling into your lap. If you’ll be installing a new terminal unit, can you make the switch on a Saturday morning when the building is largely unoccupied? If you’re replacing a large system, can you replace and test in phases so the entire project isn’t released at once? Most issues can be avoided with just a little strategy from the beginning. If you’ve never had a HVAC maintenance team to help you stay on track with your building’s heating and cooling, now may be the time to find out how easy a team approach makes the process.

Stunning bathroom suite with laundry room located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Candlelight Cabinetry custom English Linen vanity is a showpiece in this suite. Brooks Custom Eco-walnut countertop is the perfect match for the vanity. The clients own custom sink is highlighted by the Brizo Faucet Rook in venetian bronze and the Top Knobs brookline hardware in oil rubbed bronze. The amazing MAAX Optic Hydrofeel soaking tub is also enclosed with English Linen panels, the tub deck Great In Counters Rainforest granite highlights the tub. Emilamerica Fusion tub and shower wall tile in white, Schluter-Systems North America corner molding in antique bronze and Symmons Industries elm tub filler complete this oasis. The custom glass enclosed shower is a masterpiece showcasing the Fusion white wall tile, Elm shower system, Moen grab bar and Daltile Veranda Porcelain tile in Dune. Toto Drake Elongated toilet and Elm accessories complete this design. And finally the Brickwork floor tile in Studio is not only beautiful but it is warm also. Nuheat Floor Heating Systems custom radiant floor mat will keep our client's warm this winter. Designed Scott Trainor Installation J.M. Bryson Construction Management Photography by Jessica Pohl #RhodeIslandDesign #ridesign #rhodeisland #RI #customcabinets #RIBathrooms #RICustombathroom #RIBathroomremodel #bathroomcabinets #Candlelightcabinetry #whitevanity #masterbathroomsuiteremodel #woodvanitycountertop #topknobs #Brizo #oilrubbedbronzefaucet #customvesselsink #customglassshower #symmonsindustries #Daltile #emilamerica #showertile #porcelaintile #whitetile #maax #soakingtub #oilrubbedbronzeaaccessories #rainforestgranite #tubdeck #tubfiller #moen #nuheatflooringsystems #shlutersystemsbrookscustomdesign #customdesign #designer #designpro #remodel #remodeling #Houzz #nkba30_30 #dreamhouse #dreamhome #dreammastersuite #BostonDesignGuide #NewEnglandHome #homeimprovement #tiledesign #NEDesign #NEDesigner #DesignerBathroom #Style #Contractor #Home #dreambathroom

A kitchen traditional for today. This beautiful, bright kitchen is nestled within a colonial style home located in Manchester, NH. Created to blend the traditional style of the home with the contemporary entertaining style of the home’s newest owners, transforming the kitchen into a functional cooking and entertaining space did not come without a few challenges. The dated kitchen lacked counter, storage and pantry space. As with many older homes, there were sloping floors, chimney chases, and a lack of wall space. Rising to the challenge, I created three unique designs, each one designed to manage these challenges while offering the homeowners their choice of WOW factors. Indeed, the final design includes plenty of necessary counter space, amazing deep drawer storage, and wonderful pantry space. To make cooking easier and far more efficient, I accessorized with complements of oil pullouts, tray dividers, dual waste pull outs, and utensil dividers. The layout is also perfect for two cooking at the same time, and the additional counter seating makes this island the hot spot for all gatherings. To keep the “HOT” out of the hotspot however, guests remain comfortable with the pop up down draft installed alongside the 6 burner range efficiently drawing in that heat. Additionally, the raised bar behind the range top not only covers the down draft when in its raised position, but shields guests from any cooking splatter. 
AND, it’s the perfect bar height for leaning on or standing around those trays of yummy appetizers set upon it during a party! The final transformation of space into the perfect entertaining spot is the bar. The kitchen is open to the dining room so placing a small bar between the two spaces creates an easy bridge for guests to grab a drink without crossing the entire kitchen to the fridge. Lighting from the bar’s mullion wall cabinet softly cascades into the kitchen/seating area, illuminating the homeowner’s fine crystal wine and champagne glasses as it reflects the warmth and style of the new kitchen. Next to the bar is the creative addition of an oversized but streamlined chalk board where the signature drink of the night can be whimsically showcased restaurant style. Or, if they choose, guests may leave a note… White painted cabinets wrap around the perimeter of the kitchen while grey glazed cabinets ground the island. A traditional raised panel door and drawer style suit the home perfectly. Both are topped with polished black pearl granite countertops. The stainless steel double ovens, refrigerator, and dishwasher coordinate beautifully with the grey glazed island and rustic iron cabinet hardware. Large windows on two walls open to scenic views and let in lots of natural light. Smokey glass pendants and recessed lighting strategically light work stations while artfully illuminating the entire kitchen. Day and night, this now organized, streamlined kitchen embraces the home with a sense of light and warmth; an inviting space perfect for cooking or enjoying time with friends and family. Photography by Scott Sherman

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Freestanding bathtub - mid-sized contemporary master beige tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile freestanding bathtub idea in Portland with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, a drop-in sink and tile countertops

Stunning bathroom suite with laundry room located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Candlelight Cabinetry custom English Linen vanity is a showpiece in this suite. Brooks Custom Eco-walnut countertop is the perfect match for the vanity. The clients own custom sink is highlighted by the Brizo Faucet Rook in venetian bronze and the Top Knobs brookline hardware in oil rubbed bronze. The amazing MAAX Optic Hydrofeel soaking tub is also enclosed with English Linen panels, the tub deck Great In Counters Rainforest granite highlights the tub. Emilamerica Fusion tub and shower wall tile in white, Schluter-Systems North America corner molding in antique bronze and Symmons Industries elm tub filler complete this oasis. The custom glass enclosed shower is a masterpiece showcasing the Fusion white wall tile, Elm shower system, Moen grab bar and Daltile Veranda Porcelain tile in Dune. Toto Drake Elongated toilet and Elm accessories complete this design. And finally the Brickwork floor tile in Studio is not only beautiful but it is warm also. Nuheat Floor Heating Systems custom radiant floor mat will keep our client's warm this winter. Designed Scott Trainor Installation J.M. Bryson Construction Management Photography by Jessica Pohl #RhodeIslandDesign #ridesign #rhodeisland #RI #customcabinets #RIBathrooms #RICustombathroom #RIBathroomremodel #bathroomcabinets #Candlelightcabinetry #whitevanity #masterbathroomsuiteremodel #woodvanitycountertop #topknobs #Brizo #oilrubbedbronzefaucet #customvesselsink #customglassshower #symmonsindustries #Daltile #emilamerica #showertile #porcelaintile #whitetile #maax #soakingtub #oilrubbedbronzeaaccessories #rainforestgranite #tubdeck #tubfiller #moen #nuheatflooringsystems #shlutersystemsbrookscustomdesign #customdesign #designer #designpro #remodel #remodeling #Houzz #nkba30_30 #dreamhouse #dreamhome #dreammastersuite #BostonDesignGuide #NewEnglandHome #homeimprovement #tiledesign #NEDesign #NEDesigner #DesignerBathroom #Style #Contractor #Home #dreambathroom

Off the back of the house is a very private deck made of Azek. It has a redwood cedar open trellis over the hot tub. The stone walkway was constructed out of reclaimed Belgian block and was laid in circular pattern. In this classic English Tudor home located in Penn Valley, PA, we renovated the kitchen, mudroom, deck, patio, and the exterior walkways and driveway. The European kitchen features high end finishes and appliances, and heated floors for year-round comfort! The outdoor areas are spacious and inviting. The open trellis over the hot tub provides just the right amount of shelter. These clients were referred to us by their architect, and we had a great time working with them to mix classic European styles in with contemporary, current spaces. Rudloff Custom Builders has won Best of Houzz for Customer Service in 2014, 2015 2016, 2017 and 2019. We also were voted Best of Design in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 which only 2% of professionals receive. Rudloff Custom Builders has been featured on Houzz in their Kitchen of the Week, What to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood in the Kitchen as well as included in their Bathroom WorkBook article. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area. This business, like most others, developed from a friendship of young entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in their clients’ lives, one household at a time. This relationship between partners is much more than a friendship. Edward and Stephen Rudloff are brothers who have renovated and built custom homes together paying close attention to detail. They are carpenters by trade and understand concept and execution. Rudloff Custom Builders will provide services for you with the highest level of professionalism, quality, detail, punctuality and craftsmanship, every step of the way along our journey together. Specializing in residential construction allows us to connect with our clients early in the design phase to ensure that every detail is captured as you imagined. One stop shopping is essentially what you will receive with Rudloff Custom Builders from design of your project to the construction of your dreams, executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsmen. Our concept: envision our client’s ideas and make them a reality. Our mission: CREATING LIFETIME RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST AND INTEGRITY. Photo Credit: Linda McManus Images

Richard Herman is in the hospitality business and owns several upscale hotels in Florida and in other states as well as cattle ranches in both Florida and Missouri. Their farm in Ocala is by farm their most unique. The property serves as a 4-H demonstration project for the purpose of children’s education. They have been working with the Academy Prep of St. Pete which is dedicated to inner-city youths that are selected on the basis of need and achievement. Wife Diane spends her time on the farm raising Gypsy Vanners, a diminutive draft horse named after the job they did in Eastern Europe, pulling the wagons (vans) for gypsies that wandered across the continent. On the Ocala farm, there are several mules with a unique profession. Richard had visited the Hearthstone display at a Log & Timber Home Shows at the Orlando Convention Center many years ago. He was impressed that Hearthstone had stayed in touch with him over the years by mailings, invitations to shows, and periodic phone calls. When the time came to start serious consideration of the design of barn, Hearthstone responded promptly and professionally to Richard and Diane’s requests for information and a review of their ideas for their barn, which would serve as the centerpiece for their new farm. They wanted a multipurpose facility that could accommodate an educational environment and a large hall suitable for the fundraising events for his charities. Richard wanted a barn that reflected the look and feel of barns built at the dawn of the 20th century. Besides the rustic chicken houses and vegetable gardens, they have completely renovated a 1020’s era farmhouse to be as historically correct as possible and serves as the entry to the farm. “They very careful to feel us out, get comfortable with our capabilities, and be convinced that we could perform as promised,” said Project Manager John Ricketson of Hearthstone. Design Process There were some initial drawings that gave us a start on the basic shape and size of the barn. From there, it was a process of narrowing down the uses of each area and the spans that could be achieved. The barn was going to have the traditional “board & batten” exterior siding and a metal roof. There is a cantilevered ‘hay hood” on the north gable end above the large sliding barn doors that open into the foyer and horse stalls. The wings house a combination of areas, beginning with the large restrooms to accommodate crowds for events. Other parts of the wings have garage areas for the farm vehicles, feed room, tack room, wash rack, storage, offices, and smaller restrooms. Keeping with the look and feel of the turn of the century, Hearthstone developed a process for giving the timbers a surface texture that mimicked the circular cuts of timbers that had just come out of an old sawmill. This was easier said than done. Randy Giles guided his millwright (Wolfgang) in designing a machine that would do this effectively. The barn was delivered in October of 2014 and was erected over the course of two weeks, thanks to a hardworking crew (Eric Foster) and near-perfect weather. After the Hearthstone crew completed the erection and roof dry-in, it was time for the local carpenters to step up and install some light conventional framing on the gable ends before applying the roof fascia and exterior board & batten siding. Next came the big sliding barn doors, plumbing, electrical, heating, and cooling. Large rustic fixtures were hung from the great hall roof timbers. Exterior The board & batten siding was cypress and allowed to turn color naturally as rain hit it and the sun started working on it with UV rays. This method causes a much grayer look closer to the ground and less so where the roof overhang provides protection. The North end has some large limestone boulders and planters arranged around the pad with tall pampas grass. The planters provide casual seating before events and during outside receptions. The entire area was sodded with lush St. Augustine grass and split rail fences were added to enclose the barn area. The corrugated metal roof was a special order material that immediately rusted after being exposed to moisture. The layer of rust protects the metal from the elements. Interior The board & batten theme was carried throughout most of the interior with the timbers left natural to show off the circular saw texture. All of the tongue & groove decking was shipped in advance to allow the local painter to pre-stain it with a dark brown transparent stain that is a beautiful background to the light color Eastern White Pine timbers. “Everything was unique in this project” said Project Manager John Ricketson. “The setting on a small demonstration farm close to Ocala, the multipurpose design, the circular saw texture on the timbers.” The Hermans are very proud of their farm’s outcome. Richard sent a note to Randy Giles, owner of Hearthstone: “The Barn is fantastic, not a single problem, period. Next month, we have Jo Dee Messina coming in to help with a fundraiser for a local center for abused kids. Folks love the farm, ...... but that barn gets all of the attention. I would encourage you to use me as a reference for your sales team, feel free to extend my cell phone to any prospective purchasers.”

RESIDENCE FOR CAPT. REET M P SINGH, VrC 1965 Location: H.No. 303, Urban Estate, Patiala Year of completion : 2009 The current generation, have no idea really what it means to go to battle, or fight a war. In fact, most civvies in India have almost no idea about the Indian Army, or what it actually does – except that they are meant to protect the Nation (including it’s corrupt babus & netas). We were lucky to have met him at a function of ‘The War Disabled’ decades ago at CSIO. Punjab has a large number of soldiers who faced the brunt of the wars with Pakistan – including the one in 1965 - which came as a surprise move after a feint in the region of the Kutch. With Lal Bahadur Shastri as the PM vs Ayub Khan in Pakistan. The Pakis had then attacked in division strength in the North, where Punjab borders J&K. And it was here that famous tank battle of Khem Karan was fought. And Capt Reet MP Singh was there. All of 22 years old, and the date was 22nd Sept. 1965. As part of 8th Light Cavalry of the Armoured Corps. Shrapnel blinded him in one eye, and also broke his one leg and an arm. It was providence which led Indian troops to find him in the battle field the next morning – and evacuated him first to the Army Hospital at Ferozeopur, and then for more than a year and a half of surgeries and convalescing at Delhi. So we were excited at being asked to design his family house in Patiala....... which he named Machhike, after the battlefield where he managed to come out alive after being hit by enemy shell splinters. Small family – both son and daughter in the Army by now – we had no problems addressing the basic requirements of a 2 bedroom house with the upper storey for the son & his family (also a cavalry-man, in the same unit as his father). Another basic requirement was a large library cum study and a lot of storage space. An analysis of the geography of Patiala and its propensity to flooding straight away pointed to a high plinth – which we planned for. But then the severely clayey soil (with a very low SBC) also necessitated a spread out foundation – which turned out to best in the form of a raft slab. Houses abutting both sides of the plot were built up – so we had to come up with a sloped basement slab for structural stability. This feature gave us an advantage inasmuch we gained a lot of visual space below the GF slab. The entire house had a small footprint of about just over a thousand sft – 35’x35’. All supported with a column grid of 15’ square. With balconies and other projections , there was almost zero wastage in the use of standard rebars of 12 m lengths. A mere 9 columns with 4 bays did the trick. The basement therefore turned out to be a 1000 sft plus hall with adequate seating and shelf space for books and memorabilia. And was done up as a comfortable den for the doyen. The GF encompassed the usual DDK + 2 bedrooms – both with attached toilets and storage. A fireplace was a must, as was a small Powder Room for visitors. A deck from the rear bedroom leads out to the large rear garden – which luckily, was in the south. There is a separate Annexe block for staff and maybe a tenant. The driveway is around 5 m wide – adequate for the various vehicles reqd to be parked within the house premises. A unique feature built into the house is an EARTH COOLING SYSTEM – which uses the natural coolth of the earth a few meters below the surface to warm or cool the house throughout the seasons. There is also a natural wind driven exhaust system to continuously ventilate all the three floors. A highly insulated roof – with arrangement for a roof garden – has been made to reduce the heat gain of the house from the day long solar insulation. Because of the high clay content of the soil, Rain water harvesting or recharge was not a good option – although an attempt has been made to help increase the rain water absorption with a deep pipe with filters and such embedded in the front garden. Solar water heating has been provided – complete with insulated plumbing to prevent heat loss. And the house has become a landmark.......!!! Mission accomplished.......!!! designed by www.MetamorphosisDesign.org Struggling to bring clarity to your vision before starting your dream project? Let us help you refine your ideas and align them seamlessly with your budget. Schedule your design consultation today - call - 9316511166

Stunning bathroom suite with laundry room located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Candlelight Cabinetry custom English Linen vanity is a showpiece in this suite. Brooks Custom Eco-walnut countertop is the perfect match for the vanity. The clients own custom sink is highlighted by the Brizo Faucet Rook in venetian bronze and the Top Knobs brookline hardware in oil rubbed bronze. The amazing MAAX Optic Hydrofeel soaking tub is also enclosed with English Linen panels, the tub deck Great In Counters Rainforest granite highlights the tub. Emilamerica Fusion tub and shower wall tile in white, Schluter-Systems North America corner molding in antique bronze and Symmons Industries elm tub filler complete this oasis. The custom glass enclosed shower is a masterpiece showcasing the Fusion white wall tile, Elm shower system, Moen grab bar and Daltile Veranda Porcelain tile in Dune. Toto Drake Elongated toilet and Elm accessories complete this design. And finally the Brickwork floor tile in Studio is not only beautiful but it is warm also. Nuheat Floor Heating Systems custom radiant floor mat will keep our client's warm this winter. Designed Scott Trainor Installation J.M. Bryson Construction Management Photography by Jessica Pohl #RhodeIslandDesign #ridesign #rhodeisland #RI #customcabinets #RIBathrooms #RICustombathroom #RIBathroomremodel #bathroomcabinets #Candlelightcabinetry #whitevanity #masterbathroomsuiteremodel #woodvanitycountertop #topknobs #Brizo #oilrubbedbronzefaucet #customvesselsink #customglassshower #symmonsindustries #Daltile #emilamerica #showertile #porcelaintile #whitetile #maax #soakingtub #oilrubbedbronzeaaccessories #rainforestgranite #tubdeck #tubfiller #moen #nuheatflooringsystems #shlutersystemsbrookscustomdesign #customdesign #designer #designpro #remodel #remodeling #Houzz #nkba30_30 #dreamhouse #dreamhome #dreammastersuite #BostonDesignGuide #NewEnglandHome #homeimprovement #tiledesign #NEDesign #NEDesigner #DesignerBathroom #Style #Contractor #Home #dreambathroom

Japanese style soaking tub by Americh with molded seat, whirlpool system and inline heater
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Off the back of the house is a very private deck made of Azek. It has a redwood cedar open trellis over the hot tub. The stone walkway was constructed out of reclaimed Belgian block and was laid in circular pattern. In this classic English Tudor home located in Penn Valley, PA, we renovated the kitchen, mudroom, deck, patio, and the exterior walkways and driveway. The European kitchen features high end finishes and appliances, and heated floors for year-round comfort! The outdoor areas are spacious and inviting. The open trellis over the hot tub provides just the right amount of shelter. These clients were referred to us by their architect, and we had a great time working with them to mix classic European styles in with contemporary, current spaces. Rudloff Custom Builders has won Best of Houzz for Customer Service in 2014, 2015 2016, 2017 and 2019. We also were voted Best of Design in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 which only 2% of professionals receive. Rudloff Custom Builders has been featured on Houzz in their Kitchen of the Week, What to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood in the Kitchen as well as included in their Bathroom WorkBook article. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area. This business, like most others, developed from a friendship of young entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in their clients’ lives, one household at a time. This relationship between partners is much more than a friendship. Edward and Stephen Rudloff are brothers who have renovated and built custom homes together paying close attention to detail. They are carpenters by trade and understand concept and execution. Rudloff Custom Builders will provide services for you with the highest level of professionalism, quality, detail, punctuality and craftsmanship, every step of the way along our journey together. Specializing in residential construction allows us to connect with our clients early in the design phase to ensure that every detail is captured as you imagined. One stop shopping is essentially what you will receive with Rudloff Custom Builders from design of your project to the construction of your dreams, executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsmen. Our concept: envision our client’s ideas and make them a reality. Our mission: CREATING LIFETIME RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST AND INTEGRITY. Photo Credit: Linda McManus Images

Stunning bathroom suite with laundry room located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Candlelight Cabinetry custom English Linen vanity is a showpiece in this suite. Brooks Custom Eco-walnut countertop is the perfect match for the vanity. The clients own custom sink is highlighted by the Brizo Faucet Rook in venetian bronze and the Top Knobs brookline hardware in oil rubbed bronze. The amazing MAAX Optic Hydrofeel soaking tub is also enclosed with English Linen panels, the tub deck Great In Counters Rainforest granite highlights the tub. Emilamerica Fusion tub and shower wall tile in white, Schluter-Systems North America corner molding in antique bronze and Symmons Industries elm tub filler complete this oasis. The custom glass enclosed shower is a masterpiece showcasing the Fusion white wall tile, Elm shower system, Moen grab bar and Daltile Veranda Porcelain tile in Dune. Toto Drake Elongated toilet and Elm accessories complete this design. And finally the Brickwork floor tile in Studio is not only beautiful but it is warm also. Nuheat Floor Heating Systems custom radiant floor mat will keep our client's warm this winter. Designed Scott Trainor Installation J.M. Bryson Construction Management Photography by Jessica Pohl #RhodeIslandDesign #ridesign #rhodeisland #RI #customcabinets #RIBathrooms #RICustombathroom #RIBathroomremodel #bathroomcabinets #Candlelightcabinetry #whitevanity #masterbathroomsuiteremodel #woodvanitycountertop #topknobs #Brizo #oilrubbedbronzefaucet #customvesselsink #customglassshower #symmonsindustries #Daltile #emilamerica #showertile #porcelaintile #whitetile #maax #soakingtub #oilrubbedbronzeaaccessories #rainforestgranite #tubdeck #tubfiller #moen #nuheatflooringsystems #shlutersystemsbrookscustomdesign #customdesign #designer #designpro #remodel #remodeling #Houzz #nkba30_30 #dreamhouse #dreamhome #dreammastersuite #BostonDesignGuide #NewEnglandHome #homeimprovement #tiledesign #NEDesign #NEDesigner #DesignerBathroom #Style #Contractor #Home #dreambathroom