| DETAILS | in concrete constructed condos it's very rare that we ever want to have to core new drain locations. For the Master Ensuite more and more when we do full renovations down to studs we are removing the terrible 5' tubs and tiny itty bitty 3x3' showers. For some reason the idea of luxury meant squeeze as much as you can so you have a long list of features when you go to market. More and more we are doing oversized his and hers showers. So when you have a drain that you are repurposing from previous plumbing fixtures and the drain isn't centred, it's pretty much magic to have the team surprise you after several site meetings and evaluations - we opted for the plumbers favourite to use Schluter linear tile over drains and have the oversized tile cut to fit and provide the necessary grout lines for a flush shower threshold. This might seem like nothing but is everything when we have the perfect tile layout be inline with the what we think is a centred drain. These are the kind of details that make my OCD sister inside so happy, we call it the centre flush drain happy dance. Kudos to @caisleydevelopments @4thdimensionconstruction with the help of @stonetilevancouver for finding a perfect subtle sand toned oversized porcelain. A large format tile in a shade and same tone value as our hardwood floor and one shade darker than our Baltic Birch flush panels for ease of cleaning and hiding dirt. When you want things clean I opt for showers with minimal detailing to be in shades darker than white. Cleaning becomes less treacherous. Also gone is this idea of ugly accent tile, we opt for uniform tile one material throughout a bathroom floor to ceiling and if possible all walls. Construction geekery 101 continues

Delightful "Nottingham Tudor" brick home using gray mortar.
Home design - traditional three-story brick beige home design idea with a clipped gable roof

The design inspiration for this daylight basement turned guest quarters was a fusion of urban edge and a deep sea palette. Furniture was reclaimed and re-purposed in a fresh way and unexpected art was added to create visual interest. A custom mixed teal wall color creates an underwater feeling while the wood slice art adds warmth to the living area. The Barracuda art in the hallway to the bedroom was inspired by the families passion for sea diving. We worked with an etsy artist who created barracuda line drawings which we framed and wall mounted in a 'fish school' formation. The citron painted frames make the black and white drawings pop! Over the bed, we framed black fan coral in crisp white frames. The effect is delicate and artful. A basement turned guest quarters filled with sea inspired personality! Bring on the guests! Designed by: Jennifer Gardner Design Photographed by: Marcela Winspear

The design goals for this master bedroom centered on creating a sophisticated retreat for the homeowner. Soft grays and rich textures were selected to create a sense of warmth and depth in the space. The feature wall behind the bed is wrapped in a Philip Jeffries Leo Luxe Linen which shimmers in the natural light. A mirrored storage chest, luxurious Madeline Weinrib area rug and light filtering window sheers add a sense of softness and romance to the room. The ikat upholstered lounge chair and ottoman offer a place to curl up and read or to enjoy the wall mounted television. The homeowners passion for all things John Robshaw inspired the unique collection of block printed Robshaw fabrics in crisp white wall frames. The combination of warm colors, rich textures and unique artwork create a sophisticated chic bedroom retreat that welcomes the homeowner at the end of each day! Designed by: Jennifer Gardner Design Photographed by: Marcela Winspear

The design inspiration for this daylight basement turned guest quarters was a fusion of urban edge and a deep sea palette. Furniture was reclaimed and re-purposed in a fresh way and unexpected art was added to create visual interest. A custom mixed teal wall color creates an underwater feeling while the wood slice art adds warmth to the living area. The Barracuda art in the hallway to the bedroom was inspired by the families passion for sea diving. We worked with an etsy artist who created barracuda line drawings which we framed and wall mounted in a 'fish school' formation. The citron painted frames make the black and white drawings pop! Over the bed, we framed black fan coral in crisp white frames. The effect is delicate and artful. A basement turned guest quarters filled with sea inspired personality! Bring on the guests! Designed by: Jennifer Gardner Design Photographed by: Marcela Winspear

This version of Amuneal’s Collector’s Shelving Unit features solid machined brass fittings and posts with a wire mesh surround in a warm brass finish. The unit mounts to the wall to support a series of easily adjustable glass shelves. All of our Collector’s Shelving Units are fabricated in Amuneal’s Philadelphia-based furniture studio and can be customized as required for residential and commercial spaces.

Jess Downer & Renata Stone, Big Bear Photo Co.
Example of an eclectic hallway design in Salt Lake City

The classic modern design of this kitchen was planned for an active young family of four who uses the space as their central hub for gathering, eating and staying connected. Our goals were to create a beautiful and highly functional kitchen with an emphasis on cabinet organization, heated floors and incorporating a live edge slab countertop. We removed an existing bulky island and replaced it with a new island that while only 60 x 26 in size packs a powerful punch housing a baking center, trash/recycle center, microwave oven and cookbook storage. The island seemed the natural place for the gorgeous live edge slab coupled with vintage mercury glass light pendants that make for a truly stunning kitchen island. Polished carrara quartz perimeter counters pair beautifully with the watery blue-green glass backsplash tile. A message center conveniently located on a side panel of the refrigerator cabinet houses built in mailboxes, a family calendar and magnetic surface to display the children’s artwork. We are pleased to have met the family’s goals and that they love their kitchen. Design mission accomplished! Photography by: Marcela Winspear

The classic modern design of this kitchen was planned for an active young family of four who uses the space as their central hub for gathering, eating and staying connected. Our goals were to create a beautiful and highly functional kitchen with an emphasis on cabinet organization, heated floors and incorporating a live edge slab countertop. We removed an existing bulky island and replaced it with a new island that while only 60 x 26 in size packs a powerful punch housing a baking center, trash/recycle center, microwave oven and cookbook storage. The island seemed the natural place for the gorgeous live edge slab coupled with vintage mercury glass light pendants that make for a truly stunning kitchen island. Polished carrara quartz perimeter counters pair beautifully with the watery blue-green glass backsplash tile. A message center conveniently located on a side panel of the refrigerator cabinet houses built in mailboxes, a family calendar and magnetic surface to display the children’s artwork. We are pleased to have met the family’s goals and that they love their kitchen. Design mission accomplished! Photography by: Marcela Winspear

Stained concrete floor hand painted
Inspiration for a modern family room remodel in Orange County

Wall Cladding Stone by 'Ancient Surfaces' Product: Antique 'Mesa' Wall Cladding Stone Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com The Antique Reclaimed 'Mesa' Limestone Wall Cladding selection is unique in its blend and authenticity, rare in it's hardness and beauty. Draping your inside and outside walls with the 'Mesa' Stone, gives you a feel of timelessness allowing you to travel back in time into the untouched North Mediterranean domains of fallen Empires and ancient bustling coastal trading villages, where a mercantile class have built some of the most luxurious estates out of the breath taking local stone blocks all along the shoreline of Southern Europe. This exclusive 'Ancient Surfaces' stone wall cladding blend might just be the missing link needed to transform your home from a logging space to your dream space...

Example of a cottage chic living room design in Essex

Paul Sivley Photography
Drop-in bathtub - traditional multicolored tile and ceramic tile drop-in bathtub idea in Boise with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile countertops and a one-piece toilet

The design goals for this master bedroom centered on creating a sophisticated retreat for the homeowner. Soft grays and rich textures were selected to create a sense of warmth and depth in the space. The feature wall behind the bed is wrapped in a Philip Jeffries Leo Luxe Linen which shimmers in the natural light. A mirrored storage chest, luxurious Madeline Weinrib area rug and light filtering window sheers add a sense of softness and romance to the room. The ikat upholstered lounge chair and ottoman offer a place to curl up and read or to enjoy the wall mounted television. The homeowners passion for all things John Robshaw inspired the unique collection of block printed Robshaw fabrics in crisp white wall frames. The combination of warm colors, rich textures and unique artwork create a sophisticated chic bedroom retreat that welcomes the homeowner at the end of each day! Designed by: Jennifer Gardner Design Photographed by: Marcela Winspear

The design goals for this master bedroom centered on creating a sophisticated retreat for the homeowner. Soft grays and rich textures were selected to create a sense of warmth and depth in the space. The feature wall behind the bed is wrapped in a Philip Jeffries Leo Luxe Linen which shimmers in the natural light. A mirrored storage chest, luxurious Madeline Weinrib area rug and light filtering window sheers add a sense of softness and romance to the room. The ikat upholstered lounge chair and ottoman offer a place to curl up and read or to enjoy the wall mounted television. The homeowners passion for all things John Robshaw inspired the unique collection of block printed Robshaw fabrics in crisp white wall frames. The combination of warm colors, rich textures and unique artwork create a sophisticated chic bedroom retreat that welcomes the homeowner at the end of each day! Designed by: Jennifer Gardner Design Photographed by: Marcela Winspear

The design goals for this master bedroom centered on creating a sophisticated retreat for the homeowner. Soft grays and rich textures were selected to create a sense of warmth and depth in the space. The feature wall behind the bed is wrapped in a Philip Jeffries Leo Luxe Linen which shimmers in the natural light. A mirrored storage chest, luxurious Madeline Weinrib area rug and light filtering window sheers add a sense of softness and romance to the room. The ikat upholstered lounge chair and ottoman offer a place to curl up and read or to enjoy the wall mounted television. The homeowners passion for all things John Robshaw inspired the unique collection of block printed Robshaw fabrics in crisp white wall frames. The combination of warm colors, rich textures and unique artwork create a sophisticated chic bedroom retreat that welcomes the homeowner at the end of each day! Designed by: Jennifer Gardner Design Photographed by: Marcela Winspear

Wooden 'starter stakes' will be removed, once plant grows onto new custom stainless trellis. Photo-CLCA
Photo of a mid-sized modern landscaping in San Diego.

Stairs in honed Pietra d'Avola and wall in Raw texture from Salvatori Pepe Fotografia
Staircase - contemporary staircase idea in Turin