This project is a new 5,900 sf. primary residence for a couple with three children. The site is slightly elevated above the residential street and enjoys winter views of the Potomac River. The family’s requirements included five bedrooms, five full baths, a powder room, family room, dining room, eat-in kitchen, walk-in pantry, mudroom, lower level recreation room, exercise room, media room and numerous storage spaces. Also included was the request for an outdoor terrace and adequate outdoor storage, including provision for the storage of bikes and kayaks. The family needed a home that would have two entrances, the primary entrance, and a mudroom entry that would provide generous storage spaces for the family’s active lifestyle. Due to the small lot size, the challenge was to accommodate the family’s requirements, while remaining sympathetic to the scale of neighboring homes. The residence employs a “T” shaped plan to aid in minimizing the massing visible from the street, while organizing interior spaces around a private outdoor terrace space accessible from the living and dining spaces. A generous front porch and a gambrel roof diminish the home’s scale, providing a welcoming view along the street front. A path along the right side of the residence leads to the family entrance and a small outbuilding that provides ready access to the bikes and kayaks while shielding the rear terrace from view of neighboring homes. The two entrances join a central stair hall that leads to the eat-in kitchen overlooking the great room. Window seats and a custom built banquette provide gathering spaces, while the French doors connect the great room to the terrace where the arbor transitions to the garden. A first floor guest suite, separate from the family areas of the home, affords privacy for both guests and hosts alike. The second floor Master Suite enjoys views of the Potomac River through a second floor arched balcony visible from the front. The exterior is composed of a board and batten first floor with a cedar shingled second floor and gambrel roof. These two contrasting materials and the inclusion of a partially recessed front porch contribute to the perceived diminution of the home’s scale relative to its smaller neighbors. The overall intention was to create a close fit between the residence and the neighboring context, both built and natural. Builder: E.H. Johnstone Builders Anice Hoachlander Photography

Featured this time are two projects in one home. A beautifully done kitchen and a very distinguished and sporty “Man Cave”. Used for cooking, eating, and conversations, the kitchen is one of the most visited rooms in your home. This open spaced kitchen with White painted Shaker doors and drawer fronts, house ample amounts of storage space. Utilizing our custom made accessories for the drawers like cutlery divider and the knife block, you can easily have within reach your choice of utensil. For the sporty person inside, the “man cave” is a perfect way to show off those darker, more distinguished colors like our Peppercorn finish on Ramsey door and drawer fronts. This is a contrast to the light colors played in the kitchen. This room is for those that love the richer, darker colors. The island in the center hosts cooling units to keep those drinks cold, and custom built shelves hold the collectables that anyone would cherish. After all you’ve invested in your home, you deserve the very best — starting with the highest quality materials and distinctive designs of master craftsmen, who create that one-of-a-kind look you want. Whether it’s a custom kitchen or a place to escape, Brighton Cabinetry can build it for you.

Featured this time are two projects in one home. A beautifully done kitchen and a very distinguished and sporty “Man Cave”. Used for cooking, eating, and conversations, the kitchen is one of the most visited rooms in your home. This open spaced kitchen with White painted Shaker doors and drawer fronts, house ample amounts of storage space. Utilizing our custom made accessories for the drawers like cutlery divider and the knife block, you can easily have within reach your choice of utensil. For the sporty person inside, the “man cave” is a perfect way to show off those darker, more distinguished colors like our Peppercorn finish on Ramsey door and drawer fronts. This is a contrast to the light colors played in the kitchen. This room is for those that love the richer, darker colors. The island in the center hosts cooling units to keep those drinks cold, and custom built shelves hold the collectables that anyone would cherish. After all you’ve invested in your home, you deserve the very best — starting with the highest quality materials and distinctive designs of master craftsmen, who create that one-of-a-kind look you want. Whether it’s a custom kitchen or a place to escape, Brighton Cabinetry can build it for you.

Featured this time are two projects in one home. A beautifully done kitchen and a very distinguished and sporty “Man Cave”. Used for cooking, eating, and conversations, the kitchen is one of the most visited rooms in your home. This open spaced kitchen with White painted Shaker doors and drawer fronts, house ample amounts of storage space. Utilizing our custom made accessories for the drawers like cutlery divider and the knife block, you can easily have within reach your choice of utensil. For the sporty person inside, the “man cave” is a perfect way to show off those darker, more distinguished colors like our Peppercorn finish on Ramsey door and drawer fronts. This is a contrast to the light colors played in the kitchen. This room is for those that love the richer, darker colors. The island in the center hosts cooling units to keep those drinks cold, and custom built shelves hold the collectables that anyone would cherish. After all you’ve invested in your home, you deserve the very best — starting with the highest quality materials and distinctive designs of master craftsmen, who create that one-of-a-kind look you want. Whether it’s a custom kitchen or a place to escape, Brighton Cabinetry can build it for you.

Nestled in the Pocono mountains, the house had been on the market for a while, and no one had any interest in it. Then along comes our lovely client, who was ready to put roots down here, leaving Philadelphia, to live closer to her daughter. She had a vision of how to make this older small ranch home, work for her. This included images of baking in a beautiful kitchen, lounging in a calming bedroom, and hosting family and friends, toasting to life and traveling! We took that vision, and working closely with our contractors, carpenters, and product specialists, spent 8 months giving this home new life. This included renovating the entire interior, adding an addition for a new spacious master suite, and making improvements to the exterior. It is now, not only updated and more functional; it is filled with a vibrant mix of country traditional style. We are excited for this new chapter in our client’s life, the memories she will make here, and are thrilled to have been a part of this ranch house Cinderella transformation.

Featured this time are two projects in one home. A beautifully done kitchen and a very distinguished and sporty “Man Cave”. Used for cooking, eating, and conversations, the kitchen is one of the most visited rooms in your home. This open spaced kitchen with White painted Shaker doors and drawer fronts, house ample amounts of storage space. Utilizing our custom made accessories for the drawers like cutlery divider and the knife block, you can easily have within reach your choice of utensil. For the sporty person inside, the “man cave” is a perfect way to show off those darker, more distinguished colors like our Peppercorn finish on Ramsey door and drawer fronts. This is a contrast to the light colors played in the kitchen. This room is for those that love the richer, darker colors. The island in the center hosts cooling units to keep those drinks cold, and custom built shelves hold the collectables that anyone would cherish. After all you’ve invested in your home, you deserve the very best — starting with the highest quality materials and distinctive designs of master craftsmen, who create that one-of-a-kind look you want. Whether it’s a custom kitchen or a place to escape, Brighton Cabinetry can build it for you.

Constructed in 2014, this mission style home has all the architectural details of a historic home on the outside and the details of a contemporary house on the inside. The exterior of the house features a front porch with arches, heavy textured stucco, double barrel tile eyebrow roof over the garage, authentic gutter and downspouts and impact single hung windows. Enter the home and experience all the luxuries of today’s contemporary homes. The foyer’s feature wall leads you, past the powder room and stairs, to the great room and the Poggenpohl kitchen with Bosch Appliances. The white quartz tops catch your eye, especially the contrast of the island’s waterfall countertops set against the dark engineered wood floors. The master bath surprises you with a top-lit quartz feature wall that surrounds the shower and the Aquabrass freestanding tub. The white Poggenpohl vanity is framed by a massive mirror that stretches from the vanity to the ceiling. Retreat from the action of being centrally located in downtown Delray Beach, in your expansive covered patio and spa deck. This space provides plenty of opportunity to host friends for an evening of drinks or simply relax in the infinity edge spa. 412 was under contract within five days of being listed, a true testament to the Marc Julien Homes design and quality and our “Commitment to Perfection”.

This project was such an incredible design opportunity, and instilled inspiration and excitement at every turn! Our amazing clients came to us with the challenge of converting their beloved family home into a welcoming haven for all members of the family. At the time that we met our clients, they were struggling with the difficult personal decision of the fate of the home. Their father/father-in-law had passed away and their mother/mother-in-law had recently been admitted into a nursing facility and was fighting Alzheimer’s. Resistant to loss of the home now that both parents were out of it, our clients purchased the home to keep in in the family. Despite their permanent home currently being in New Jersey, these clients dedicated themselves to keeping and revitalizing the house. We were moved by the story and became immediately passionate about bringing this dream to life. The home was built by the parents of our clients and was only ever owned by them, making this a truly special space to the family. Our goal was to revitalize the home and to bring new energy into every room without losing the special characteristics that were original to the home when it was built. In this way, we were able to develop a house that maintains its own unique personality while offering a space of welcoming neutrality for all members of the family to enjoy over time. The renovation touched every part of the home: the exterior, foyer, kitchen, living room, sun room, garage, six bedrooms, three bathrooms, the laundry room, and everything in between. The focus was to develop a style that carried consistently from space to space, but allowed for unique expression in the small details in every room. Starting at the entry, we renovated the front door and entry point to offer more presence and to bring more of the mid-century vibe to the home’s exterior. We integrated a new modern front door, cedar shingle accents, new exterior paint, and gorgeous contemporary house numbers that really allow the home to stand out. Just inside the entry, we renovated the foyer to create a playful entry point worthy of attention. Cement look tile adorns the foyer floor, and we’ve added new lighting and upgraded the entry coat storage. Upon entering the home, one will immediately be captivated by the stunning kitchen just off the entry. We transformed this space in just about every way. While the footprint of the home ultimately remained almost identical, the aesthetics were completely turned on their head. We re-worked the kitchen to maximize storage and to create an informal dining area that is great for casual hosting or morning coffee. We removed the entry to the garage that was once in the informal dining, and created a peninsula in its place that offers a unique division between the kitchen/informal dining and the formal dining and living areas. The simple light warm light gray cabinetry offers a bit of traditional elegance, along with the marble backsplash and quartz countertops. We extended the original wood flooring into the kitchen and stained all floors to match for a warmth that truly resonates through all spaces. We upgraded appliances, added lighting everywhere, and finished the space with some gorgeous mid century furniture pieces. In the formal dining and living room, we really focused on maintaining the original marble fireplace as a focal point. We cleaned the marble, repaired the mortar, and refinished the original fireplace screen to give a new sleek look in black. We then integrated a new gas insert for modern heating and painted the upper portion in a rich navy blue; an accent that is carried through the home consistently as a nod to our client’s love of the color. The former entry into the old covered porch is now an elegant glass door leading to a stunning finished sunroom. This room was completely upgraded as well. We wrapped the entire space in cozy white shiplap to keep a casual feel with brightness. We tiled the floor with large format concrete look tile, and painted the old brick fireplace a bright white. We installed a new gas burning unit, and integrated transitional style lighting to bring warmth and elegance into the space. The new black-frame windows are adorned with decorative shades that feature hand-sketched bird prints, and we’ve created a dedicated garden-ware “nook” for our client who loves to work in the yard. The far end of this space is completed with two oversized chaise loungers and overhead lights…the most perfect little reading nook! Just off the dining room, we created an entirely new space to the home: a mudroom. The clients lacked this space and desperately needed a landing spot upon entering the home from the garage. We uniquely planned existing space in the garage to utilize for this purpose, and were able to create a small but functional entry point without losing the ability to park cars in the garage. This new space features cement-look tile, gorgeous deep brown cabinetry, and plenty of storage for all the small items one might need to store while moving in and out of the home. The remainder of the upstairs level includes massive renovations to the guest hall bathroom and guest bedroom, upstairs master bed/bath suite, and a third bedroom that we converted into a home office for the client. Some of the largest transformations were made in the basement, where unfinished space and lack of light were converted into gloriously lit, cozy, finished spaces. Our first task was to convert the massive basement living room into the new master bedroom for our clients. We removed existing built-ins, created an entirely new walk-in closet, painted the old brick fireplace, installed a new gas unit, added carpet, introduced new lighting, replaced windows, and upgraded every part of the aesthetic appearance. One of the most incredible features of this space is the custom double sliding barn door made by a Denver artisan. This space is truly a retreat for our clients! We also completely transformed the laundry room, back storage room, basement master bathroom, and two bedrooms. This home’s massive scope and ever-evolving challenges were thrilling and exciting to work with, and the result is absolutely amazing. At the end of the day, this home offers a look and feel that the clients love. Above all, though, the clients feel the spirit of their family home and have a welcoming environment for all members of the family to enjoy for years to come.

Builder: Falcon Custom Homes Interior Designer: Mary Burns - Gallery Photographer: Mike Buck A perfectly proportioned story and a half cottage, the Farfield is full of traditional details and charm. The front is composed of matching board and batten gables flanking a covered porch featuring square columns with pegged capitols. A tour of the rear façade reveals an asymmetrical elevation with a tall living room gable anchoring the right and a low retractable-screened porch to the left. Inside, the front foyer opens up to a wide staircase clad in horizontal boards for a more modern feel. To the left, and through a short hall, is a study with private access to the main levels public bathroom. Further back a corridor, framed on one side by the living rooms stone fireplace, connects the master suite to the rest of the house. Entrance to the living room can be gained through a pair of openings flanking the stone fireplace, or via the open concept kitchen/dining room. Neutral grey cabinets featuring a modern take on a recessed panel look, line the perimeter of the kitchen, framing the elongated kitchen island. Twelve leather wrapped chairs provide enough seating for a large family, or gathering of friends. Anchoring the rear of the main level is the screened in porch framed by square columns that match the style of those found at the front porch. Upstairs, there are a total of four separate sleeping chambers. The two bedrooms above the master suite share a bathroom, while the third bedroom to the rear features its own en suite. The fourth is a large bunkroom above the homes two-stall garage large enough to host an abundance of guests.

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Set on an inland lake in a West Michigan suburb, this masterpiece features the defining characteristics of mid-century modern design. Balance and symmetry pair with splayed roofs, large overhangs, and trapezoid windows to create a model 1950s-60s style. “This home is one of my favorites,” Wayne explained. “The floating rooflines are supported by towering chimneys almost make it epic—it’s going to be an instant classic.” This home accommodates several of the owner’s passions; living on the lake, their love of automobiles, and hosting parties. A tranquil front courtyard greets guests and is flanked by a pair garages. Around the back, a series of patios provides plenty of spaces to enjoy the lake. The layout gives preferential views to all of the entertaining spaces which are abundant in this design. Two separate living rooms flank a centrally located, open concept, kitchen and bar which creates an easy flowing living space from foyer to screened porch. A luxurious and spacious master suite fills the upper level and provides the owners with a much-desired view of the lake without compromising privacy. Putting an exclamation point on the home and the foyer is a floating, natural wood, stair featuring a glass enclosed wine cellar neatly tucked below the mid-landing.

Inquire About Our Design Services When we first started talking in the spring of 2015, I was impressed. She was witty, realistic, and understood that as much as she loves my shows on HGTV, design does not does not happen in 43 minutes! She told me about her space, and how she felt that her bedroom seemed “blah” to her. She had no retreat. Molly desperately longed for a place that she could spend time in, read in, play in and above all, relax in. What we did: Many people are terrified of hiring a designer. Rightfully so, they are investing a pretty penny in their homes. They want to make sure that everything, down to the last floral arrangement, is to their liking, because they will have to live it (and pay for it). Unfortunately, a client can unintentionally stifle a designer’s creativity through micro-management. This can produce lackluster results and ultimately cause more time (and money) to be spent on a project than is really necessary. With Molly, that was never an issue. Before she even showed me the room in question, she said that I could have full creative license to do what I needed to do to her bedroom. SAY WHAAH!? With Molly giving me complete creative freedom, I planned everything out and got down to business. The result: Bite-your-bottom-lip sexy. I don’t get jealous of too many of my clients’ spaces, but this one still takes my breath away every time I look at the pics! The craziest part was that by adding more furniture, it actually made the space feel larger. Molly and her husband Patrick loved the finished space, and promised me I will be back to finish the rest of the house! Here’s the highlights of the rest of the project: I came up with a space plan with three options. Next, we reviewed mood boards and fabric schemes that would work for both Molly and her hubby Patrick. We started with the bed. My goal was to add edge to its otherwise traditional style. We decided to spice things up by painting the trim work in the room black. We built in layers of lighting with dimmers. In a bedroom everything should be on dimmers, right? Right. We designed and customized bedding, chairs and window treatments. Together with Molly, we selected the most perfect wallpaper. This geometric “grasscloth” adds so much depth and dimension that was just missing before. What I love: That light fixture. I mean it is really, really amazing in person. The porcupine mirror. This thing came packaged like it was the hope diamond, and everyone was terrified to handle it. But it really became a highlight of the room.

The kitchen is the true heart of any home, but for this retired couple, it’s also their primary creative workshop—he is an avid cook who loves whipping up big family meals, while she is a master at crafting homemade sourdough bread. Originally, a wall separated the kitchen from the front entrance, creating a choppy layout that boxed in natural light and disconnected the host from guests. By removing that structural barrier, we opened up the main floor to create a grand, airy, and welcoming flow from the front door straight into the kitchen. To achieve a timeless "Quiet Luxury" aesthetic, we paired crisp white cabinetry with organic white oak accents, balancing high-end materials with clean, understated lines. Design & Material Highlights: ✦ Cabinetry: WoodHarbor Custom Cabinetry in Snow White for the perimeter, paired with a custom White Oak central island and matching range hood for organic warmth. ✦ Countertops: Hanstone Montauk polished quartz, seamlessly extending from the primary workspace into the walk-in pantry. ✦ Backsplash: Pearl White petal mosaic tile by Elon Tile & Stone, adding delicate texture and subtle luminescence under the lights. ✦ Lighting: Brim pendants by Hudson Valley Lighting above the island as the statement finishing touch. ✦ Flooring & Detail: Light natural oak flooring and a white beadboard ceiling detail that elevates the scale of the room. Project Team & Credits: Interior & Kitchen Design: Erin at Benson Stone Co. General Contractor: TAS Enterprise

Featured this time are two projects in one home. A beautifully done kitchen and a very distinguished and sporty “Man Cave”. Used for cooking, eating, and conversations, the kitchen is one of the most visited rooms in your home. This open spaced kitchen with White painted Shaker doors and drawer fronts, house ample amounts of storage space. Utilizing our custom made accessories for the drawers like cutlery divider and the knife block, you can easily have within reach your choice of utensil. For the sporty person inside, the “man cave” is a perfect way to show off those darker, more distinguished colors like our Peppercorn finish on Ramsey door and drawer fronts. This is a contrast to the light colors played in the kitchen. This room is for those that love the richer, darker colors. The island in the center hosts cooling units to keep those drinks cold, and custom built shelves hold the collectables that anyone would cherish. After all you’ve invested in your home, you deserve the very best — starting with the highest quality materials and distinctive designs of master craftsmen, who create that one-of-a-kind look you want. Whether it’s a custom kitchen or a place to escape, Brighton Cabinetry can build it for you.

Custom built Contemporary that exudes all the warmth of its surroundings and was designed for energy efficiency. With an open floor plan, high peaked ceilings and wall of windows, the kitchen and living room are bathed in sunlight. Upgraded kitchen boasts granite, stainless appliances, warm oak cabinets and a center island with breakfast bar. Large 2 story living room with an impressive fireplace with heatalators as a focal point, oak hardwood floors and natural beams. Two nicely sized bedrooms and a hall bath round out the main level. Upstairs, the master suite boasts a private bath with a whirlpool tub, glass enclosed shower and double sinks and a landing that overlooks the living area. The lower level hosts a rec room, bonus room easily used as an office or for guests, bath and plenty of storage. Workshop in the mechanical room. Multiple decks allow for enjoyment of all that surrounds you. Enjoy the hot tub at the end of a busy day! Private views from all rooms as the home sits on over 6 acres of beautiful property. Oversized 2 car garage and terrific storage in shed are added bonuses. Moments away from both the Taconic and Int. 84 for commuting purposes, yet feel like you are miles away from it all every day!

Featured this time are two projects in one home. A beautifully done kitchen and a very distinguished and sporty “Man Cave”. Used for cooking, eating, and conversations, the kitchen is one of the most visited rooms in your home. This open spaced kitchen with White painted Shaker doors and drawer fronts, house ample amounts of storage space. Utilizing our custom made accessories for the drawers like cutlery divider and the knife block, you can easily have within reach your choice of utensil. For the sporty person inside, the “man cave” is a perfect way to show off those darker, more distinguished colors like our Peppercorn finish on Ramsey door and drawer fronts. This is a contrast to the light colors played in the kitchen. This room is for those that love the richer, darker colors. The island in the center hosts cooling units to keep those drinks cold, and custom built shelves hold the collectables that anyone would cherish. After all you’ve invested in your home, you deserve the very best — starting with the highest quality materials and distinctive designs of master craftsmen, who create that one-of-a-kind look you want. Whether it’s a custom kitchen or a place to escape, Brighton Cabinetry can build it for you.

Rebecca McAlpinAn American couple with a large extended family were regular visitors to Bermuda and actively seeking a Bermuda home when they found Castle Point. Well known for its prominent Castle Folly overlooking Castle Harbour, the property featured an abandoned main house, a guest cottage, ancillary buildings, and an excavated lot. It had become overgrown and had seen little maintenance since the mid-1980s. Their dream was to work with architects to design a flexible retreat—one that could be intimate when it was just the two of them, but also functional for hosting the entire family and guests. OBMI was challenged to enhance the property and its poetic yet rugged beauty. Only two of the eight acres were available for residential development, requiring careful analysis of our options. We designed a three-bedroom main house, two guest cottages, and a caretaker’s cottage that remained sympathetic to the surrounding landscape and left habitat for native birds and other species. The aesthetic follows classic Bermudian architecture using local materials and maximizing the legendary views.

This transformative basement remodel turns a once bare and utilitarian space into an inviting subterranean retreat, complete with a custom-built bar that's the epitome of at-home sophistication. The 'before' picture reveals a stark, unfinished basement, which has been masterfully converted into a cozy and stylish entertainment zone. The bar area exudes a rustic yet refined vibe, featuring rich wood textures that contrast beautifully with the sleek marble countertop. Equipped with a professional sink and tap setup, the bar is designed to serve as the centerpiece for social gatherings, offering beer on tap that adds a unique, personalized touch. Accentuated by strategic lighting that casts a warm and welcoming glow, the space invites guests to linger. The recessed alcove with beer taps not only serves as a practical beverage station but also as a visual highlight, with a textured wood backdrop that adds depth and character. Comfortable seating at the bar, paired with the intimate ambiance created by the soft recessed lighting, ensures this basement is now a prime location for relaxation and hosting. The transformation is nothing short of remarkable, transitioning from a blank canvas to a fully-realized entertainment haven that any homeowner would cherish.

This transformative basement remodel turns a once bare and utilitarian space into an inviting subterranean retreat, complete with a custom-built bar that's the epitome of at-home sophistication. The 'before' picture reveals a stark, unfinished basement, which has been masterfully converted into a cozy and stylish entertainment zone. The bar area exudes a rustic yet refined vibe, featuring rich wood textures that contrast beautifully with the sleek marble countertop. Equipped with a professional sink and tap setup, the bar is designed to serve as the centerpiece for social gatherings, offering beer on tap that adds a unique, personalized touch. Accentuated by strategic lighting that casts a warm and welcoming glow, the space invites guests to linger. The recessed alcove with beer taps not only serves as a practical beverage station but also as a visual highlight, with a textured wood backdrop that adds depth and character. Comfortable seating at the bar, paired with the intimate ambiance created by the soft recessed lighting, ensures this basement is now a prime location for relaxation and hosting. The transformation is nothing short of remarkable, transitioning from a blank canvas to a fully-realized entertainment haven that any homeowner would cherish.