Variations of materials implemented compose a pure color palette by their varying degrees of white and gray, while luminescent Italian Calacutta marble provides the narrative in this sleek master bathroom that is reminiscent of a hi-end spa, where the minimal distractions of modern lines create a haven for relaxation. Dan Piassick

Mural in oriental style showing the blooming plum tree is visible through the door opening. It is located in the master bathroom and is implemented on metallic pearl over the gradient beige background. (Detail)

Multiple projects have been completed in and around this small house including the creation of a master suite, implementation of 2 gardens, an exterior A/V system that allows the owner to project movies on the back of his house, a stainless steel kitchen, new dining room and a converted garage into home office renovation.

We implemented many universal design elements in this bathroom, including a no-threshold shower, a wide doorway, hard surface flooring to prevent slips, easy to use handles and pulls and reachable controls and switches. Photo by Chris DiNottia.

Laurie Allegretti
Southwest enclosed brown floor living room photo in Albuquerque with multicolored walls, a corner fireplace, a plaster fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

We were commissioned to design and implement an innovative layout for the master suite which involved expanding the master bathroom and creating a contemporary open feel. In addition to this, we upgraded all lighting systems, devised a new layout for the hallway bathroom, and expertly furnished and decorated the common areas.

We were commissioned to design and implement an innovative layout for the master suite which involved expanding the master bathroom and creating a contemporary open feel. In addition to this, we upgraded all lighting systems, devised a new layout for the hallway bathroom, and expertly furnished and decorated the common areas.

We were commissioned to design and implement an innovative layout for the master suite which involved expanding the master bathroom and creating a contemporary open feel. In addition to this, we upgraded all lighting systems, devised a new layout for the hallway bathroom, and expertly furnished and decorated the common areas.

Home office - small coastal loft-style and freestanding desk home office idea in Los Angeles with no fireplace and white walls

We were commissioned to design and implement an innovative layout for the master suite which involved expanding the master bathroom and creating a contemporary open feel. In addition to this, we upgraded all lighting systems, devised a new layout for the hallway bathroom, and expertly furnished and decorated the common areas.

A contemporary interpretation of nostalgic farmhouse style, this Indiana home nods to its rural setting while updating tradition. A central great room, eclectic objects, and farm implements reimagined as sculpture define its modern sensibility. Photos by Hedrich Blessing

Home design - transitional home design idea in Dallas

We were commissioned to design and implement an innovative layout for the master suite which involved expanding the master bathroom and creating a contemporary open feel. In addition to this, we upgraded all lighting systems, devised a new layout for the hallway bathroom, and expertly furnished and decorated the common areas.

Casey Dunn
Example of a cottage dark wood floor and brown floor living room design in Austin with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

photo by Andy Webb, Customer has a beautiful tudor home on an expansive lot in Fairlawn Hts., near Akron. We prepared and implemented a comprehensive backyard master plan to include her wish list for a classic pool with ample patio spaces and low maintenance, but aesthetically pleasing landscaping.

Lincoln Farmhouse LEED-H Platinum, Net-Positive Energy OVERVIEW. This LEED Platinum certified modern farmhouse ties into the cultural landscape of Lincoln, Massachusetts - a town known for its rich history, farming traditions, conservation efforts, and visionary architecture. The goal was to design and build a new single family home on 1.8 acres that respects the neighborhood’s agrarian roots, produces more energy than it consumes, and provides the family with flexible spaces to live-play-work-entertain. The resulting 2,800 SF home is proof that families do not need to compromise on style, space or comfort in a highly energy-efficient and healthy home. CONNECTION TO NATURE. The attached garage is ubiquitous in new construction in New England’s cold climate. This home’s barn-inspired garage is intentionally detached from the main dwelling. A covered walkway connects the two structures, creating an intentional connection with the outdoors between auto and home. FUNCTIONAL FLEXIBILITY. With a modest footprint, each space must serve a specific use, but also be flexible for atypical scenarios. The Mudroom serves everyday use for the couple and their children, but is also easy to tidy up to receive guests, eliminating the need for two entries found in most homes. A workspace is conveniently located off the mudroom; it looks out on to the back yard to supervise the children and can be closed off with a sliding door when not in use. The Away Room opens up to the Living Room for everyday use; it can be closed off with its oversized pocket door for secondary use as a guest bedroom with en suite bath. NET POSITIVE ENERGY. The all-electric home consumes 70% less energy than a code-built house, and with measured energy data produces 48% more energy annually than it consumes, making it a 'net positive' home. Thick walls and roofs lack thermal bridging, windows are high performance, triple-glazed, and a continuous air barrier yields minimal leakage (0.27ACH50) making the home among the tightest in the US. Systems include an air source heat pump, an energy recovery ventilator, and a 13.1kW photovoltaic system to offset consumption and support future electric cars. ACTUAL PERFORMANCE. -6.3 kBtu/sf/yr Energy Use Intensity (Actual monitored project data reported for the firm’s 2016 AIA 2030 Commitment. Average single family home is 52.0 kBtu/sf/yr.) o 10,900 kwh total consumption (8.5 kbtu/ft2 EUI) o 16,200 kwh total production o 5,300 kwh net surplus, equivalent to 15,000-25,000 electric car miles per year. 48% net positive. WATER EFFICIENCY. Plumbing fixtures and water closets consume a mere 60% of the federal standard, while high efficiency appliances such as the dishwasher and clothes washer also reduce consumption rates. FOOD PRODUCTION. After clearing all invasive species, apple, pear, peach and cherry trees were planted. Future plans include blueberry, raspberry and strawberry bushes, along with raised beds for vegetable gardening. The house also offers a below ground root cellar, built outside the home's thermal envelope, to gain the passive benefit of long term energy-free food storage. RESILIENCY. The home's ability to weather unforeseen challenges is predictable - it will fare well. The super-insulated envelope means during a winter storm with power outage, heat loss will be slow - taking days to drop to 60 degrees even with no heat source. During normal conditions, reduced energy consumption plus energy production means shelter from the burden of utility costs. Surplus production can power electric cars & appliances. The home exceeds snow & wind structural requirements, plus far surpasses standard construction for long term durability planning. ARCHITECT: ZeroEnergy Design http://zeroenergy.com/lincoln-farmhouse CONTRACTOR: Thoughtforms http://thoughtforms-corp.com/ PHOTOGRAPHER: Chuck Choi http://www.chuckchoi.com/

Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Freestanding bathtub - mid-sized traditional master white tile and ceramic tile marble floor and gray floor freestanding bathtub idea in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, green walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door and gray countertops

Dining room - 1960s dining room idea in San Francisco

Created and implemented a master landscape plan. A grand stainless steel staircase was built to the pool, and the hardscape flooring to the pool and patio was replaced with flagstone.