For this project we converted an old ranch house into a truly unique boat house overlooking the Lagoon. Our renovation consisted of adding a second story, complete with a roof deck and converting a three car garage into a game room, pool house and overall entertainment room. The concept was to modernize the existing home into a bright, inviting vacation home that the family would enjoy for generations to come. Both porches on the upper and lower level are spacious and have cable railing to enhance the stunning view of the Lagoon.

Bathroom - contemporary white tile and stone tile bathroom idea in Los Angeles with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets and beige cabinets

A contemporary villa was truly enhanced by Briggs Edward Solomon (www.briggsedwardsolomon.com) as part of a renovation where luxury was mixed with organic finishes and natural hues. The whiteness of the tailor made wood provided by Oscar Ono (www.oscarono.fr) gives this home a delightfully chic atmosphere. Sophisticated textures highlight the outstanding volumes of a villa that celebrates the art of coastal living.

Old fixer-uppers often require two competing levels of priorities from their new homeowners. First and foremost is the need to immediately attend to those repairs that ensure the continued functioning and general well being of the house’s structure. By nature, these usually demand “house on fire!” status, especially when compared to other types of remodeling work that simply enhances aesthetics and general comfort. In the case of a Delaware couple, a structural issue with the front of their 125 year old Victorian (it was sinking!), along with some other more pressing challenges, put a 13 year long hold on getting the bathroom for which they had long dreamed. The shower enclosure features a base of hexagon patterned tile, bordered by marble subway tiles. The shower enclosure features a base of hexagon patterned tile, bordered by marble subway tiles. By the time Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers was hired to handle the construction, the couple certainly had put plenty of thought into converting a spare second-floor bedroom into the master bath. Courtney Burnett, Fox’s Interior Design Manager on the project, credits the owners for “having great creative minds, with lots of ideas to contribute.” By the time it came to put a formal design plan into place, the client “drove the look while we devised how the space would function.” It’s worth noting that there are drawbacks in being given too much time for advance planning. Owners’ tastes in design may change, while a steady stream of new fixtures and building products always demand consideration up to the last minute. “We had been collecting ideas for a while…pictures of what we liked, but as it turned out, when it came time to select fixtures, tile, etc., we used little from those pictures,” the owners admit. A framed herringbone pattern of subway tiles provides a perfect focal point for the shower. A framed herringbone pattern of subway tiles provides a perfect focal point for the shower. The finished bath exudes an art deco spirit that isn’t true to the home’s Victorian origins, which Burnett attributes to being more of a reflection of the homeowners’ preferences than the actual era of the structure. Despite that incongruity, everyone feels that they have remained true to the house by selecting vintage style elements, including subway tiles for the walls, hexagonal tile for the floors, and a pedestal sink that served as the focal point for the entire room. But as with all dreams, once one is achieved, a new one soon beckons. With the bathroom’s strikingly beautiful turquoise paint barely dry, the completion of that long-awaited project has served to kick-start plans for finishing off the remainder of the Victorian’s second floor.

Amazing full master bath renovation with ship lap walls, new wood look tile floors, shower, free standing tub. We designed and built this bathroom.
Freestanding bathtub - large farmhouse master white tile and subway tile light wood floor and brown floor freestanding bathtub idea in Bridgeport with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and white countertops

This primary bedroom exudes calm and sophistication with floor-to-ceiling drapery featuring both blackout and sheer layers, allowing for flexible light control. The wrap-around headboard with a wood back and upholstered front creates a cozy focal point, complemented by wood and white nightstands and a wooden bench with butterfly joint details. Pendant lights provide soft ambient lighting, while a shaggy white area rug over wood floors adds warmth and texture. Flush trim and recessed baseboards enhance the clean, modern lines, and a blue throw blanket adds a subtle pop of color, completing the layered, serene design. Photo by Thomas Kuoh.

Framed by elegantly tall table lamps, this master bedroom fulfills the clients' wish for a 5-star hotel experience at home. The pair of swivel chairs are positioned so my clients can relax and watch TV before going to bed. They are oh-so comfortable, too!

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Summary of Scope: gut renovation/reconfiguration of kitchen, coffee bar, mudroom, powder room, 2 kids baths, guest bath, master bath and dressing room, kids study and playroom, study/office, laundry room, restoration of windows, adding wallpapers and window treatments Background/description: The house was built in 1908, my clients are only the 3rd owners of the house. The prior owner lived there from 1940s until she died at age of 98! The old home had loads of character and charm but was in pretty bad condition and desperately needed updates. The clients purchased the home a few years ago and did some work before they moved in (roof, HVAC, electrical) but decided to live in the house for a 6 months or so before embarking on the next renovation phase. I had worked with the clients previously on the wife's office space and a few projects in a previous home including the nursery design for their first child so they reached out when they were ready to start thinking about the interior renovations. The goal was to respect and enhance the historic architecture of the home but make the spaces more functional for this couple with two small kids. Clients were open to color and some more bold/unexpected design choices. The design style is updated traditional with some eclectic elements. An early design decision was to incorporate a dark colored french range which would be the focal point of the kitchen and to do dark high gloss lacquered cabinets in the adjacent coffee bar, and we ultimately went with dark green.

Mid-sized trendy 3/4 white tile and subway tile ceramic tile and white floor doorless shower photo in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, beige walls, granite countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and an undermount sink

A wall of green cabinets with natural wood shelves adds to this kitchens organic vibe.
Example of a mid-sized danish medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, an island and white countertops

The wife’s sitting area, located just off the master bedroom, is what she calls her “spiritual retreat.” Against the tranquil color palette, we introduced just enough pattern to keep things lively, including the quiet chevron window treatments, leaf-and-branch carpet and the geometric artwork above the fireplace. The table lamp, with its mottled mercury glass base and crystal foot, set a glamorous tone in this feminine hide-away.

Jason Roehner
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Example of a trendy staircase design in Phoenix

Photo Credit: Treve Johnson Photography
Bedroom - asian master medium tone wood floor bedroom idea in San Francisco with beige walls and no fireplace

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Tuscan white one-story exterior home photo in Miami with a hip roof

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Powder room - modern powder room idea in San Francisco

Inspiration for a scandinavian master porcelain tile bathroom remodel in Los Angeles with dark wood cabinets, white walls and flat-panel cabinets