The original kitchen was dated and small for the homeowner’s large family. Space was a top priority for our clients, so to give them some much-needed room to spread out, we tore down the walls enclosing the kitchen and shifted it to where the dining room once stood. This allowed us to design a massive kitchen island, ensuring all family members fit comfortably. First, we painted the cabinets a calming green. Then, we mixed materials throughout the kitchen for an eclectic, collected look. Looking closely, you’ll see we mixed wood tones. We used a natural oak on the floor and a coffee stain on the cabinets, island, and table. We also mixed metals, a characteristic in many of our designs. In the kitchen, we used black, polished nickel, and gold. When mixing metals, we strive to achieve a ping-pong effect, purposefully skipping materials so the eye moves effortlessly around the room. For example, we placed gold wall sconces above the sink and gold hardware on the cabinets below, using polished nickel on the faucet in between the two. To further play off French country design, we laid a brick-shaped tile in a soft, subtle neutral tone. Real brick would have been too red and harsh in this space, so we went with a milder approach. Complimenting the tile, we also mixed standard shaker cabinet fronts with slim shaker insets for a soft, elegant detail.

Multi level, massive floor to ceiling windows facing South and North with stunning view of Lake Austin.
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This large updated mid century home was recently renovated again with a large expansion to create a home with a real resort vibe…especially in the back facing a large expansive yard bordered by a large structural privet hedge. We created a rythmic border in the front years ago with boxwoods, panicular hydrangea and purple blooming Siberian Iris. Great effort was taken to prune out artfully the massive old weeping Jap. Maple and to underplant and highlight it with “Autumn” Fern and low growing perennials. In the back where a huge hill was created, we used Rhodos, Hydrangeas and Winter Jasmine punctuated with masses of Sedum and other low maintenance perennials. On the lower borders we used reblooming “Encore” Azaleas and boxwoods for structure and color. Italian Cypress were planted in large planters with climbing wine grapes to grow across the elevated porches. Tree-Formed Hydrangeas were strategically planted for vertical interest in the borders and in planters on the upper terrace.

Massive walk-in closet, and discover a doorway that leads directly into the spacious laundry room for added ease and efficiency. HD Estates
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A real modern day man cave with his and her bar areas, massive TV viewing area and a ful bathroom.
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This large updated mid century home was recently renovated again with a large expansion to create a home with a real resort vibe…especially in the back facing a large expansive yard bordered by a large structural privet hedge. We created a rythmic border in the front years ago with boxwoods, panicular hydrangea and purple blooming Siberian Iris. Great effort was taken to prune out artfully the massive old weeping Jap. Maple and to underplant and highlight it with “Autumn” Fern and low growing perennials. In the back where a huge hill was created, we used Rhodos, Hydrangeas and Winter Jasmine punctuated with masses of Sedum and other low maintenance perennials. On the lower borders we used reblooming “Encore” Azaleas and boxwoods for structure and color. Italian Cypress were planted in large planters with climbing wine grapes to grow across the elevated porches. Tree-Formed Hydrangeas were strategically planted for vertical interest in the borders and in planters on the upper terrace.

Request Free Quote This “countryside” estate is located in the suburbs of Barrington. Its massive backyard gives it a real country feel! There are multiple, various-sized paver patios, all decorated with bluestone paver accents and plant beds. The smaller patio is a more intimate space, surrounded with lush plant material and the larger paver patio is more of an entertaining space, featuring a small koi pond and waterfall.

There are no backyard neighbours for this property, a massive selling feature we played up in the listing.
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Looking for the the latest home interior and styling trends, this spacious Beaconsfield home will fill you with ideas and inspiration! Having just hit the market, it has some design elements you won't want to live without. From the massive walk-in closet and private master bathroom to a kitchen and family living area large enough to host huge parties and family get-togethers!

Request Free Quote This “countryside” estate is located in the suburbs of Barrington. Its massive backyard gives it a real country feel! There are multiple, various-sized paver patios, all decorated with bluestone paver accents and plant beds. The smaller patio is a more intimate space, surrounded with lush plant material and the larger paver patio is more of an entertaining space, featuring a small koi pond and waterfall.

Looking for the the latest home interior and styling trends, this spacious Beaconsfield home will fill you with ideas and inspiration! Having just hit the market, it has some design elements you won't want to live without. From the massive walk-in closet and private bathroom to a kitchen and family living area large enough to host huge parties and family get-togethers!

Our Gold Dust project is what we would call a rip out and replace, but with more effort. The kitchen before was decent, however it had an angle that protruded in the kitchen that only allowed for a small island. With keeping the floor, we knew that this was going to be a unique challenge. We also remodeled the bar and updated the laundry room as well. For the kitchen, our clients wanted more function and cohesive movement throughout the space. In the beginning, if you were standing at the sink, and turn, you would get hip checked by the island. So, we pushed back the angled walls that cut into the kitchen, then turned and extended the island to host more seats. We kept the rest of the kitchen with the same layout and updated the cabinetry. Our clients went with a classic white shaker for the perimeter and for the island they chose a dark blue stain on a poplar wood species. For the countertops, they went with a beautiful white quartz everywhere and a three inch mitered edge for the island. Marble backsplash was put in to continue that classic timeless style. For the hardware, a gold finish was chosen to add warmth and to compliment the black plumbing fixtures. In the bar, there were two massive columns that were taking up too much real estate. By removing them, we were able to add in a full-size wine refrigerator and open the space for a more functional entertaining bar. We kept the laundry with the same layout, but just updated the cabinets and added the same marble backsplash from the kitchen. By keeping the bar and the laundry room the same cabinets as in the kitchen, this house now feels timeless, classic, and cozy. We had such a joyful time working with our clients on this home.

The WRE6000 wood burning fireplace features a 30” tall opening and full brick-to-face design with no visible sheet metal. They feature the finest appliance grade stainless steel and are approved for both indoor and outdoor installation. Mosaic Masonry™ firebrick walls are available in both Warm Red and Ivory in stacked brick and herringbone. Features Available in 36”, 42” and 50” models Massive smoke dome with no visible smoke shelf for reliable operation Fully insulated firebox for increased performance in colder climates Mosaic Masonry™ brick available in a variety of patterns and colors with integrated ash lip Heavy duty stainless steel log grate Hidden ash dump with pull ring Easy access damper control Includes stainless steel mesh fire screens Dual (left hand/right hand) outside air kits available for maximum performance Stainless steel construction for long lasting outdoor use Uses IHP 12 DM (1700º) double wall air cooled wood burning chimney Uses IHP 12 HT (2100º) heavy gauge double wall air cooled wood burning chimney, recommended for cold climates (required for Canada) 20 year limited warranty

This backyard had a huge slope. In addition to the 4' tall raised bond beam, there was a 5' high retaining wall built to meet setback requirements. Amazingly beautiful natural stone facing from Wisconsin was meticulously laid to cover the massive raised bond beam, and bring a real warmth to this project. The large Grotto on the North side of the pool hides a beautifully landscaped barefoot garden with an oversized hammock. Matching stone slabs, also shipped from Wisconsin create a stairway from the flat area to the pathways traversing the garden slope.

This large updated mid century home was recently renovated again with a large expansion to create a home with a real resort vibe…especially in the back facing a large expansive yard bordered by a large structural privet hedge. We created a rythmic border in the front years ago with boxwoods, panicular hydrangea and purple blooming Siberian Iris. Great effort was taken to prune out artfully the massive old weeping Jap. Maple and to underplant and highlight it with “Autumn” Fern and low growing perennials. In the back where a huge hill was created, we used Rhodos, Hydrangeas and Winter Jasmine punctuated with masses of Sedum and other low maintenance perennials. On the lower borders we used reblooming “Encore” Azaleas and boxwoods for structure and color. Italian Cypress were planted in large planters with climbing wine grapes to grow across the elevated porches. Tree-Formed Hydrangeas were strategically planted for vertical interest in the borders and in planters on the upper terrace.

Our Gold Dust project is what we would call a rip out and replace, but with more effort. The kitchen before was decent, however it had an angle that protruded in the kitchen that only allowed for a small island. With keeping the floor, we knew that this was going to be a unique challenge. We also remodeled the bar and updated the laundry room as well. For the kitchen, our clients wanted more function and cohesive movement throughout the space. In the beginning, if you were standing at the sink, and turn, you would get hip checked by the island. So, we pushed back the angled walls that cut into the kitchen, then turned and extended the island to host more seats. We kept the rest of the kitchen with the same layout and updated the cabinetry. Our clients went with a classic white shaker for the perimeter and for the island they chose a dark blue stain on a poplar wood species. For the countertops, they went with a beautiful white quartz everywhere and a three inch mitered edge for the island. Marble backsplash was put in to continue that classic timeless style. For the hardware, a gold finish was chosen to add warmth and to compliment the black plumbing fixtures. In the bar, there were two massive columns that were taking up too much real estate. By removing them, we were able to add in a full-size wine refrigerator and open the space for a more functional entertaining bar. We kept the laundry with the same layout, but just updated the cabinets and added the same marble backsplash from the kitchen. By keeping the bar and the laundry room the same cabinets as in the kitchen, this house now feels timeless, classic, and cozy. We had such a joyful time working with our clients on this home.

The master bedroom is a real treat as it features sliding door access to the deck, a fireplace, built-in shelving, a massive walk-in closet, and an en suite.

This is a real original Greene and Greene, built in the 1920's in Ojai. It was never finished, so the designer created what might have been, with a new, but old looking fireplace surround, built ins and ighting. Green Malibu tile. A compilation of many different traditional style homes, including Cape Cod, Craftsman, English Country, and Cottage Farmhouse. All homes have a style based in history, yet are updated by a bit of modern style and color. Cape Cod style beach homes with massive color, modern craftsman in all white cabinetry and planked floors made with 'wood' porcelain. An English style cottage with exotic colorful interiors, and a Santa Barbara historical craftsman home with modern paintings. Project Locations: Southern California beaches, Carpinteria, Oxnard, Ojai, Rincon Point and Santa Barbara. all designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more.