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Example of a trendy straight open staircase design in Seattle

The pocketing steel lift and slide door opens up the Great Room to the Entry Courtyard for an expanded entertainment space.
Mid-sized country gray one-story wood gable roof photo in San Francisco with a metal roof

This stunning bedroom has so much originality to it, you hardly know where to start! With the wallpapered ceiling in a custom stripe that incorporates the color scheme of the space, it lends an eye to the horizon painted art duo above the lounge chairs with contrast welt. The simple bedding is well thought out with greens and blues incorporated throughout. A modern bed bench sits amazingly at the base of the bed with a pop of color. The custom circles mirrors flanking the dresser allow the room to seem even larger as it reflects all the amazing designs.

Docking Drawer Blade Series outlets are designed to connect up to 4 devices such as laptops, tablets, phones and more. Docking Drawer Blade Series outlets feature an interlock thermostat that de-energizes the outlet when surrounding temperature exceeds 120F. Docking Drawer outlets are perfect for kitchens, baths, closets, or professional locker rooms and medical facilities providing an innovative and functional power source with a clutter-free aesthetic. ​

Walk-in closet - large contemporary gender-neutral dark wood floor walk-in closet idea in Dallas with shaker cabinets and white cabinets

Laundry room - transitional laundry room idea in Detroit

Example of a transitional kitchen design in Austin

Closet design in collaboration with Transform Closets
Small trendy gender-neutral light wood floor reach-in closet photo in New York with flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets

The best of past and present architectural styles combine in this welcoming, farmhouse-inspired design. Clad in low-maintenance siding, the distinctive exterior has plenty of street appeal, with its columned porch, multiple gables, shutters and interesting roof lines. Other exterior highlights included trusses over the garage doors, horizontal lap siding and brick and stone accents. The interior is equally impressive, with an open floor plan that accommodates today’s family and modern lifestyles. An eight-foot covered porch leads into a large foyer and a powder room. Beyond, the spacious first floor includes more than 2,000 square feet, with one side dominated by public spaces that include a large open living room, centrally located kitchen with a large island that seats six and a u-shaped counter plan, formal dining area that seats eight for holidays and special occasions and a convenient laundry and mud room. The left side of the floor plan contains the serene master suite, with an oversized master bath, large walk-in closet and 16 by 18-foot master bedroom that includes a large picture window that lets in maximum light and is perfect for capturing nearby views. Relax with a cup of morning coffee or an evening cocktail on the nearby covered patio, which can be accessed from both the living room and the master bedroom. Upstairs, an additional 900 square feet includes two 11 by 14-foot upper bedrooms with bath and closet and a an approximately 700 square foot guest suite over the garage that includes a relaxing sitting area, galley kitchen and bath, perfect for guests or in-laws.

What woman doesn't need a space of their own?!? With this gorgeous dressing room my client is able to relax and enjoy the process of getting ready for her day. We kept the hanging open and easily accessible while still giving a boutique feel to the space. We paint matched the existing room crown to give this unit a truly built in look.

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Inspiration for a coastal two-story wood gable roof remodel in Boston

Natural light pours into this elegant primary Raleigh NC bathroom, highlighting the frameless glass shower, white herringbone tile, freestanding soaking tub, and custom storage cabinetry. Exposed white oak beams and refined finishes create a warm, spa-like atmosphere.

Helynn Ospina Photography Custom Platform Bed, Hammers & Heels lighting, furniture and home goods, Oakland, CA. Styling Items, Pottery Barn. Coffee carafe, CB2. Traditional Textile Biddew Noir, St. Frank, San Francisco. Bedding West Elm, Lexington Coverlet and Shams. Custom Throw Pillows, Imperial Fret Textile in Natural by Pindler. Votive Bunch Lights, Tucker Robbins. Stark Structure Rug. Mango Ball End Table, Wildflower Organics. Cube Benches with Hide, Scenario Home.

Complete bathroom remodel. this project was taken down to the studs. Custom design vanity with spa tower which incorporates a styling tools drawer, shallow makeup drawers and plenty of functional storage. Free standing tub with wall-mounted plumbing and hand sprayer.

Jim Walters combined the rugged drama of stacked stone with the serenity of polished walnut travertine. The floating vanity of horizontal macassar ebony features a slab of Black Beauty granite, bronze faucets. and countertop-to-ceiling mirrors trimmed in macassar ebony. Photography by James Brady

Master Bathroom Addition with custom double vanity. White herringbone tile with white wall subway tile. white pebble shower floor tile. Walk in shower. Walnut rounded vanity mirrors. Brizo Fixtures. Cabinet hardware by School House Electric. Photo Credit: Amy Bartlam

This project was completed for clients who wanted a comfortable, accessible 1ST floor bathroom for their grown daughter to use during visits to their home as well as a nicely-appointed space for any guest. Their daughter has some accessibility challenges so the bathroom was also designed with that in mind. The original space worked fairly well in some ways, but we were able to tweak a few features to make the space even easier to maneuver through. We started by making the entry to the shower flush so that there is no curb to step over. In addition, although there was an existing oversized seat in the shower, it was way too deep and not comfortable to sit on and just wasted space. We made the shower a little smaller and then provided a fold down teak seat that is slip resistant, warm and comfortable to sit on and can flip down only when needed. Thus we were able to create some additional storage by way of open shelving to the left of the shower area. The open shelving matches the wood vanity and allows a spot for the homeowners to display heirlooms as well as practical storage for things like towels and other bath necessities. We carefully measured all the existing heights and locations of countertops, toilet seat, and grab bars to make sure that we did not undo the things that were already working well. We added some additional hidden grab bars or “grabcessories” at the toilet paper holder and shower shelf for an extra layer of assurance. Large format, slip-resistant floor tile was added eliminating as many grout lines as possible making the surface less prone to tripping. We used a wood look tile as an accent on the walls, and open storage in the vanity allowing for easy access for clean towels. Bronze fixtures and frameless glass shower doors add an elegant yet homey feel that was important for the homeowner. A pivot mirror allows adjustability for different users. If you are interested in designing a bathroom featuring “Living In Place” or accessibility features, give us a call to find out more. Susan Klimala, CKBD, is a Certified Aging In Place Specialist (CAPS) and particularly enjoys helping her clients with unique needs in the context of beautifully designed spaces. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel

Lisa Petrole
Transitional galley dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Modern bathroom with a floating marble vanity, spacious glass shower, and dark floor tile. The clean, contemporary design creates a bright and luxurious space in the Bowery Downtown apartment.