Our client was drawn to the property in Wesley Heights as it was in an established neighborhood of stately homes, on a quiet street with views of park. They wanted a traditional home for their young family with great entertaining spaces that took full advantage of the site. The site was the challenge. The natural grade of the site was far from traditional. The natural grade at the rear of the property was about thirty feet above the street level. Large mature trees provided shade and needed to be preserved. The solution was sectional. The first floor level was elevated from the street by 12 feet, with French doors facing the park. We created a courtyard at the first floor level that provide an outdoor entertaining space, with French doors that open the home to the courtyard.. By elevating the first floor level, we were able to allow on-grade parking and a private direct entrance to the lower level pub "Mulligans". An arched passage affords access to the courtyard from a shared driveway with the neighboring homes, while the stone fountain provides a focus. A sweeping stone stair anchors one of the existing mature trees that was preserved and leads to the elevated rear garden. The second floor master suite opens to a sitting porch at the level of the upper garden, providing the third level of outdoor space that can be used for the children to play. The home's traditional language is in context with its neighbors, while the design allows each of the three primary levels of the home to relate directly to the outside. Builder: Peterson & Collins, Inc Photos © Anice Hoachlander

This master bathroom presented some challenges. It was small and layout of it was not practical. Also, the client wanted more storage space. We reworked the layout, closed a window in order to move the vanity and used every available inch of the space. We opened up the ceiling and added a sky light to give the bathroom more light and create illusion of space. We worked with the client to add design elements and colors she loved, agate grays and blues and warm brass tones. Despite it's size the bathroom feels spacious and warm and offers plenty of custom storage. Photography: Jeanne Calarco, Context Media Development

Placed within an idyllic beach community, this modern family home is filled with both playful and functional spaces. Natural light reflects throughout and oversized openings allow for movement to the outdoor spaces. Custom millwork completes the kitchen with concealed appliances, and creates a space well suited for entertaining. Accents of concrete add strength and architectural context to the spaces. Livable finishes of white oak and quartz are simple and hardworking. High ceilings in the bedroom level allowed for creativity in children’s spaces, and the addition of colour brings in that sense of playfulness. Art pieces reflect the owner’s time spent abroad, and exude their love of life – which is fitting in a place where the only boundaries to roam are the ocean and railways. KBC Developments Photography by Ema Peter www.emapeter.com

Overview Kitchens Bathrooms Other Residential Spaces Commercial/Institutional Details Miscellaneous North Sunset Masterbath PrevNext A dreary powder room was transformed into a crisp, bright master bath with quarter-sawn cherry cabinetry by Foster Custom Woodworks, Glacier White Corian countertop and stunning Ann Sacks shower tiles. A clever, custom sliding mirror does double duty, covering the window and providing privacy when not in place over the sink.

This master bathroom presented some challenges. It was small and layout of it was not practical. Also, the client wanted more storage space. We reworked the layout, closed a window in order to move the vanity and used every available inch of the space. We opened up the ceiling and added a sky light to give the bathroom more light and create illusion of space. We worked with the client to add design elements and colors she loved, agate grays and blues and warm brass tones. Despite it's size the bathroom feels spacious and warm and offers plenty of custom storage. Photography: Jeanne Calarco, Context Media Development

This master bathroom presented some challenges. It was small and layout of it was not practical. Also, the client wanted more storage space. We reworked the layout, closed a window in order to move the vanity and used every available inch of the space. We opened up the ceiling and added a sky light to give the bathroom more light and create illusion of space. We worked with the client to add design elements and colors she loved, agate grays and blues and warm brass tones. Despite it's size the bathroom feels spacious and warm and offers plenty of custom storage. Photography: Jeanne Calarco, Context Media Development

This master bathroom presented some challenges. It was small and layout of it was not practical. Also, the client wanted more storage space. We reworked the layout, closed a window in order to move the vanity and used every available inch of the space. We opened up the ceiling and added a sky light to give the bathroom more light and create illusion of space. We worked with the client to add design elements and colors she loved, agate grays and blues and warm brass tones. Despite it's size the bathroom feels spacious and warm and offers plenty of custom storage. Photography: Jeanne Calarco, Context Media Development

This glamourous nook in a master bedroom was part of a complete repaint we did for our clients to get their new home ready for a move-in. This project is a great example of the creative possibilities of decorating with colour within the context of a familiar residential painting services. We created a crown line with premium trim paint in a gloss finish. The same paint was used on baseboards and door casings as well. Painted architectural detailing (like faux panels or crown mouldings) is a unique way to add a design element to the decor of the space and create visual interest. The nook itself was painted in a contrasting washable Matt - (Emerald Designer Line by Sherwin Williams). Our clients loved their new bedroom design!

The owners of this house appreciate living in a home that is connected with its tropical context. Set in a dense residential neighborhood, the challenge was to create a home with a garden as an extension of its interior, whilst retaining a sense of privacy that the owners valued. Working within the existing shell of an old semi-detatched house, the interior layout was reconfigured to create a series spaces that open out to the lush tropical garden. The existing kitchen was converted into an open kitchen, connecting the backyard to the dining and living room. Large sliding windows open the living/dining space to its patio and garden to offer an outdoor dining experience. The existing hallway and common bathroom also suffered from daylight and natural ventilation. A skylight was inserted to brighten the otherwise existing dim hallway. The previously mechanically ventilated bathroom was also converted into a semi-outdoor bathroom with the introduction of an air-well and feature rock wall. The guest bedroom, previously accessible through the kitchen, was turned into a home office now exclusive to the master bedroom. A private courtyard was introduced to connect the master bedroom and home office to create a private sanctuary for one residing in the the bedroom or working in the office.

This master bathroom presented some challenges. It was small and layout of it was not practical. Also, the client wanted more storage space. We reworked the layout, closed a window in order to move the vanity and used every available inch of the space. We opened up the ceiling and added a sky light to give the bathroom more light and create illusion of space. We worked with the client to add design elements and colors she loved, agate grays and blues and warm brass tones. Despite it's size the bathroom feels spacious and warm and offers plenty of custom storage. Photography: Jeanne Calarco, Context Media Development

Placed within an idyllic beach community, this modern family home is filled with both playful and functional spaces. Natural light reflects throughout and oversized openings allow for movement to the outdoor spaces. Custom millwork completes the kitchen with concealed appliances, and creates a space well suited for entertaining. Accents of concrete add strength and architectural context to the spaces. Livable finishes of white oak and quartz are simple and hardworking. High ceilings in the bedroom level allowed for creativity in children’s spaces, and the addition of colour brings in that sense of playfulness. Art pieces reflect the owner’s time spent abroad, and exude their love of life – which is fitting in a place where the only boundaries to roam are the ocean and railways. KBC Developments Photography by Ema Peter www.emapeter.com

This master bathroom presented some challenges. It was small and layout of it was not practical. Also, the client wanted more storage space. We reworked the layout, closed a window in order to move the vanity and used every available inch of the space. We opened up the ceiling and added a sky light to give the bathroom more light and create illusion of space. We worked with the client to add design elements and colors she loved, agate grays and blues and warm brass tones. Despite it's size the bathroom feels spacious and warm and offers plenty of custom storage. Photography: Jeanne Calarco, Context Media Development

This master bathroom presented some challenges. It was small and layout of it was not practical. Also, the client wanted more storage space. We reworked the layout, closed a window in order to move the vanity and used every available inch of the space. We opened up the ceiling and added a sky light to give the bathroom more light and create illusion of space. We worked with the client to add design elements and colors she loved, agate grays and blues and warm brass tones. Despite it's size the bathroom feels spacious and warm and offers plenty of custom storage. Photography: Jeanne Calarco, Context Media Development

Our design team installed a 16-foot Hibachi-style shaped kitchen, without a backsplash, to facilitate conversations with the grill masters more easily. A Hibachi-style outdoor kitchen refers to an outdoor cooking setup that incorporates a hibachi grill as the central element. A hibachi is a traditional Japanese heating device, and in the context of outdoor kitchens, it usually refers to a small, portable charcoal or gas grill. These grills are known for their simplicity, compact size, and the ability to cook food at high temperatures.

This glamourous nook in a master bedroom was part of a complete repaint we did for our clients to get their new home ready for a move-in. This project is a great example of the creative possibilities of decorating with colour within the context of a familiar residential painting services. We created a crown line with premium trim paint in a gloss finish. The same paint was used on baseboards and door casings as well. Painted architectural detailing (like faux panels or crown mouldings) is a unique way to add a design element to the decor of the space and create visual interest. The nook itself was painted in a contrasting washable Matt - (Emerald Designer Line by Sherwin Williams). Our clients loved their new bedroom design!

Our design team installed a 16-foot Hibachi-style shaped kitchen, without a back splash, to facilitate conversations with the grill masters more easily. A Hibachi-style outdoor kitchen refers to an outdoor cooking setup that incorporates a hibachi grill as the central element. A hibachi is a traditional Japanese heating device, and in the context of outdoor kitchens, it usually refers to a small, portable charcoal or gas grill. These grills are known for their simplicity, compact size, and the ability to cook food at high temperatures.

A new-build, replacement dwelling in a sensitive green belt location, designed to take advantage of the countryside setting and views. By capitalising on volume increases to the existing dwelling through a series of incremental Permitted Development schemes, the home better suits its site and context. By raising a previously ground bearing floor area into a cantilever it can now encapsulate long ranging views from the master bedroom. To create a contemporary rural aesthetic the materials include a zinc roof, pre-weathered burnt timber cladding and brick. Landscaping has been designed by renowned British Garden Designer Andy Sturgeon who created three distinct gardens: a wild flower walk to the pool, a formal crescent-shaped striped lawn and south-facing gravel garden. The garden takes advantage of views across the Thames valley to Hedsor House and Cliveden, as a result of it being elevated and levelled with excavation material from the basement.

Our clients loved this tree-lined older, established neighborhood. They bought a house there that needed substantial renovations as it probably had not been updated in 30-40 years. They contacted Shapiro & Co in hopes that they would be able to transition an older, outdated house to a home that retained its character but was redesigned to meet the current needs of the family. The house foyer was very small and not accomodating for visitors so the architects relocated the entry and added a welcoming front porch. After an assessment of the existing conditions, it was determined that the kitchen, while serving its purpose in the 1940s, was completely out of character and in the wrong location for a modern family's needs. So the architects relocated and created an entirely new kitchen, and family and dining spaces. As indicative of homes in the ’40s and '50s, the master bedroom and bathroom were very small and not meeting current needs. Therefore we repurposed one bedroom into the master bath and dressing area and reorganized and enlarged the master bedroom area. The original second-floor plan was very small and confining. We captured some attic space and were able to create two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and a central common room for the children. By a sensitive assessment of the client’s needs and while maintaining the charm of the home, we were able to completely renovate and enlarge the house while keeping it in context with the beautiful neighborhood. Contractor: RKA Construction, LLC Interior: Lindsey Black Interiors Photographer: Sélavie Photography

The owners of this house appreciate living in a home that is connected with its tropical context. Set in a dense residential neighborhood, the challenge was to create a home with a garden as an extension of its interior, whilst retaining a sense of privacy that the owners valued. Working within the existing shell of an old semi-detatched house, the interior layout was reconfigured to create a series spaces that open out to the lush tropical garden. The existing kitchen was converted into an open kitchen, connecting the backyard to the dining and living room. Large sliding windows open the living/dining space to its patio and garden to offer an outdoor dining experience. The existing hallway and common bathroom also suffered from daylight and natural ventilation. A skylight was inserted to brighten the otherwise existing dim hallway. The previously mechanically ventilated bathroom was also converted into a semi-outdoor bathroom with the introduction of an air-well and feature rock wall. The guest bedroom, previously accessible through the kitchen, was turned into a home office now exclusive to the master bedroom. A private courtyard was introduced to connect the master bedroom and home office to create a private sanctuary for one residing in the the bedroom or working in the office.