Lazy summer days at a beautiful lakefront setting in Waukesha County motivated this homeowner to take on a complete rebuild. The original home was removed to the foundation. The footprint was expanded and re-built in a classic shingled cottage style. As a summer residence that often includes weekend guests, the plan includes (3) private guest suites (each with its own bath), a new master suite and a large great room with a loft. The project included a complete face-lift of the existing boathouse.

Villa Suksan® is inspired by the simple desire to eliminate all the superfluous, achieving natural order, calm and tranquility. A few magic essential elements help to make you live in harmony with the tropical environment. Generous windows and abundance of glass ensure you to experience the pleasure of feeling at one with the tropical surroundings. A beautiful swimming pool interconnects the pavilions, reflecting its light on the spacious sundeck and interiors. A perfect garden, no matter what its size is, showcases exotic plants and foliage that persists throughout the year. The villas have been designed and built to provide an extraordinarily beautiful look. The spacious and elegantly designed swimming pool is the focal point of the property, finished in the traditional Andaman dark blue ceramic tiles, with underwater lighting providing an elegant and romantic atmosphere in the evening. All Villas come with exceptional standard features like vaulted ceiling lined with Teak wood plus Tabek solid wood floors in the Master Bedroom, luxurious half mood bathtub in the ensuite and infinity edge swimming pool. Living room, dining room, second bedroom & passage floors are designed with simple yet clean flowing ceramic tiles with an option to have Tabek wood throughout.

The exterior of this villa style family house pops against its sprawling natural backdrop. The home’s elegant simplicity shown outwards is pleasing to the eye, as its welcoming entry summons you to the vast space inside. Richly textured white walls, offset by custom iron rails, bannisters, and chandelier/sconce ‘candle’ lighting provide a magical feel to the interior. The grand stairway commands attention; with a bridge dividing the upper-level, providing the master suite its own wing of private retreat. Filling this vertical space, a simple fireplace is elevated by floor-to-ceiling white brick and adorned with an enormous mirror that repeats the home’s charming features. The elegant high contrast styling is carried throughout, with bursts of colour brought inside by window placements that capture the property’s natural surroundings to create dynamic seasonal art. Indoor-outdoor flow is emphasized in several points of access to covered patios from the unobstructed greatroom, making this home ideal for entertaining and family enjoyment.

Villa Suksan® is inspired by the simple desire to eliminate all the superfluous, achieving natural order, calm and tranquility. A few magic essential elements help to make you live in harmony with the tropical environment. Generous windows and abundance of glass ensure you to experience the pleasure of feeling at one with the tropical surroundings. A beautiful swimming pool interconnects the pavilions, reflecting its light on the spacious sundeck and interiors. A perfect garden, no matter what its size is, showcases exotic plants and foliage that persists throughout the year. The villas have been designed and built to provide an extraordinarily beautiful look. The spacious and elegantly designed swimming pool is the focal point of the property, finished in the traditional Andaman dark blue ceramic tiles, with underwater lighting providing an elegant and romantic atmosphere in the evening. All Villas come with exceptional standard features like vaulted ceiling lined with Teak wood plus Tabek solid wood floors in the Master Bedroom, luxurious half mood bathtub in the ensuite and infinity edge swimming pool. Living room, dining room, second bedroom & passage floors are designed with simple yet clean flowing ceramic tiles with an option to have Tabek wood throughout.

Quality over quantity. The magic of this bedroom lies within the details of the furniture and accessories. LUX Design combined unusual elements such as cable knits, mirrored accessories and raw silks in this space to create something one-of-a-kind.

Villa Suksan® is inspired by the simple desire to eliminate all the superfluous, achieving natural order, calm and tranquility. A few magic essential elements help to make you live in harmony with the tropical environment. Generous windows and abundance of glass ensure you to experience the pleasure of feeling at one with the tropical surroundings. A beautiful swimming pool interconnects the pavilions, reflecting its light on the spacious sundeck and interiors. A perfect garden, no matter what its size is, showcases exotic plants and foliage that persists throughout the year. The villas have been designed and built to provide an extraordinarily beautiful look. The spacious and elegantly designed swimming pool is the focal point of the property, finished in the traditional Andaman dark blue ceramic tiles, with underwater lighting providing an elegant and romantic atmosphere in the evening. All Villas come with exceptional standard features like vaulted ceiling lined with Teak wood plus Tabek solid wood floors in the Master Bedroom, luxurious half mood bathtub in the ensuite and infinity edge swimming pool. Living room, dining room, second bedroom & passage floors are designed with simple yet clean flowing ceramic tiles with an option to have Tabek wood throughout.

The exterior of this villa style family house pops against its sprawling natural backdrop. The home’s elegant simplicity shown outwards is pleasing to the eye, as its welcoming entry summons you to the vast space inside. Richly textured white walls, offset by custom iron rails, bannisters, and chandelier/sconce ‘candle’ lighting provide a magical feel to the interior. The grand stairway commands attention; with a bridge dividing the upper-level, providing the master suite its own wing of private retreat. Filling this vertical space, a simple fireplace is elevated by floor-to-ceiling white brick and adorned with an enormous mirror that repeats the home’s charming features. The elegant high contrast styling is carried throughout, with bursts of colour brought inside by window placements that capture the property’s natural surroundings to create dynamic seasonal art. Indoor-outdoor flow is emphasized in several points of access to covered patios from the unobstructed greatroom, making this home ideal for entertaining and family enjoyment.

Challenge: With a narrow yard steeply sloped from house to alley, what was even possible? Solved: We created a seamless execution that blends indoor out and outdoor living with a masterfully executed interplay of materials and applications, shared and secluded spaces, the expected and unexpected. This puzzle-pieced tour de force of landscape architecture design, features multiple pools, waterfall curtains that magically appear from walls, and every accommodation for gracious entertaining and family life. Anyone who had seen the “before,” marvels at the “after” in disbelief.

This fall, Amethyst had the opportunity to partner with Freeman Custom Homes of Kansas City to furnish this 5000 sq ft European Modern designed home for the Artisan Home Tour 2020! Every square inch of this home was magical -- from the secret staircase in the master bath leading to a private shuttered plunge pool to the vaulted kitchen with sky high mushroom colored cabinetry and handmade zellige tile. We met the builders during the cabinetry phase and watching their final, thoughtful design details evolve was such full of over-the-top surprises like the unique valet-like storage in the entry and limestone fireplace! As soon as we saw their vision for the home, we knew our furnishings would be a great match as our design style celebrates handmade rugs, artisan handmade custom seating, old-meets-new art, and let's be honest -- we love to go big! They trusted us to do our thing on the entire main level and we enjoyed every minute. The load in took 3 full trucks and fortunately for us -- the homeowners fell in love with several pieces so our uninstall trip was significantly lighter. I think we were all a little emotional leaving this masterpiece but sooooo happy for the owners and just hoping we get invited to a Christmas party... Here are some of the highlights -- 90% of the furnishings and rugs were from our shop and we filled in the gaps with some extra special pieces!

This drawing from an Impressionist master shows dancers in costume rehearsing in front of the scenery. Light, shadows and graceful movements are the hallmarks of Edgar Degas paintings. His works capture subjects, such as dancers and singers, doing everyday activities, yet Degas imbues the pictures and prints with high drama. He uses color and the magic of suggested motion to capture endearing vignettes.

SLDarch: The shaded Main Entry, tucked deep into the shadows, is approached from a rising stepped garden path, leading up to a gentle, quiet water feature and custom stainless steel, glass and wood pivot entry door...open this and venture in to the Central Foyer space, shrouded by curved concrete & stainless steel structure and orienting the visitor to the central core of this curvaceous home. From this central orientation point, one begins to perceive the magic and mystery yet to be revealed in the undulating spatial volumes, spiraling out in several directions. Ahead is the kitchen and breakfast room, to the right are the Children's Bedroom Wing and the 'ocotillo stairs' to Master Bedroom upstairs. Venture left down the gentle ramp that follows along the gurgling water stream and meander past the bar and billiards, or on towards the main living room. The entire ceiling areas are a brilliant series of overlapping smoothly curved plaster and steel framed layers, separated by translucent poly-carbonate panels. This combats the intense summer heat and light, but carefully allows indirect natural daylight to gently sift through the deep interior of this unique desert home. Wandering through the organic curves of this home eventually leads you to another gentle ramp leading to the very private and secluded Meditation Room, entered through a double shoji door and sporting a supple leather floor radiating around a large circular glass Floor Window. Here is the ideal place to sit and meditate while seeming to hover over the colorful reflecting koi pool just below. The glass meditation room walls slide open, revealing a special desert garden, while at night the gurgling water reflects dancing lights up through the glass floor into this lovely Zen Zone. "Blocking the intense summer sun was a prime objective here and was accomplished by clever site orientation, massive roof overhangs, super insulated exterior walls and roof, ultra high-efficiency water cooled A/C system and ample earth contact and below grade areas." There is a shady garden path with foot bridge crossing over a natural desert wash, leading to the detached Desert Office, actually set below the xeriscape desert garden by 30" while hidden below, completely underground and naturally cooled sits another six car garage. The main residence also has a 4 car below grade garage and lovely swimming pool with party patio in the backyard. This property falls withing the City Of Scottsdale Natural Area Open Space area so special attention was required for this sensitive desert land project.

The 1990s home underwent a large renovation including a new kitchen and great room, master suite, home office and improvements to the exterior. Following the comprehensive remodel the home was outfitted with furnishings down to the last detail. We sprinkled in family treasures, memories and the magic felt outdoors. For more about Angela Todd Studios, click here: https://www.angelatoddstudios.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.angelatoddstudios.com/portfolio/whimsical-farmhouse/

Our clients had this beautiful idea of creating a space that's as welcoming as it is timeless, where every family gathering feels special, and every room invites you in. Picture a kitchen that's not just for cooking but for connecting, where family baking contests and meals turn into cherished memories. This heart of the home seamlessly flows into the dining and living areas, creating an open, inviting space for everyone to enjoy together. We didn't overlook the essentials – the office and laundry room are designed to keep life running smoothly while keeping you part of the family's daily hustle and bustle. The kids' rooms? We planned them with an eye on the future, choosing designs that will age gracefully as they do. The basement has been reimagined as a versatile sanctuary, perfect for both relaxation and entertainment, balancing rustic charm with a touch of elegance. The master suite is your personal retreat, leading to a peaceful outdoor area ideal for quiet moments. Its bathroom transforms your daily routine into a spa-like experience, blending luxury with tranquility. In essence, we've woven together each space to not just tell our clients' stories but enrich their daily lives with beauty, functionality, and a little outdoor magic. It's all about creating a home that grows and evolves with them. How's that for a place to call home?

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Example of a large transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen design in Boston with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Villa Suksan® is inspired by the simple desire to eliminate all the superfluous, achieving natural order, calm and tranquility. A few magic essential elements help to make you live in harmony with the tropical environment. Generous windows and abundance of glass ensure you to experience the pleasure of feeling at one with the tropical surroundings. A beautiful swimming pool interconnects the pavilions, reflecting its light on the spacious sundeck and interiors. A perfect garden, no matter what its size is, showcases exotic plants and foliage that persists throughout the year. The villas have been designed and built to provide an extraordinarily beautiful look. The spacious and elegantly designed swimming pool is the focal point of the property, finished in the traditional Andaman dark blue ceramic tiles, with underwater lighting providing an elegant and romantic atmosphere in the evening. All Villas come with exceptional standard features like vaulted ceiling lined with Teak wood plus Tabek solid wood floors in the Master Bedroom, luxurious half mood bathtub in the ensuite and infinity edge swimming pool. Living room, dining room, second bedroom & passage floors are designed with simple yet clean flowing ceramic tiles with an option to have Tabek wood throughout.

The exterior of this villa style family house pops against its sprawling natural backdrop. The home’s elegant simplicity shown outwards is pleasing to the eye, as its welcoming entry summons you to the vast space inside. Richly textured white walls, offset by custom iron rails, bannisters, and chandelier/sconce ‘candle’ lighting provide a magical feel to the interior. The grand stairway commands attention; with a bridge dividing the upper-level, providing the master suite its own wing of private retreat. Filling this vertical space, a simple fireplace is elevated by floor-to-ceiling white brick and adorned with an enormous mirror that repeats the home’s charming features. The elegant high contrast styling is carried throughout, with bursts of colour brought inside by window placements that capture the property’s natural surroundings to create dynamic seasonal art. Indoor-outdoor flow is emphasized in several points of access to covered patios from the unobstructed greatroom, making this home ideal for entertaining and family enjoyment.

This fall, Amethyst had the opportunity to partner with Freeman Custom Homes of Kansas City to furnish this 5000 sq ft European Modern designed home for the Artisan Home Tour 2020! Every square inch of this home was magical -- from the secret staircase in the master bath leading to a private shuttered plunge pool to the vaulted kitchen with sky high mushroom colored cabinetry and handmade zellige tile. We met the builders during the cabinetry phase and watching their final, thoughtful design details evolve was such full of over-the-top surprises like the unique valet-like storage in the entry and limestone fireplace! As soon as we saw their vision for the home, we knew our furnishings would be a great match as our design style celebrates handmade rugs, artisan handmade custom seating, old-meets-new art, and let's be honest -- we love to go big! They trusted us to do our thing on the entire main level and we enjoyed every minute. The load in took 3 full trucks and fortunately for us -- the homeowners fell in love with several pieces so our uninstall trip was significantly lighter. I think we were all a little emotional leaving this masterpiece but sooooo happy for the owners and just hoping we get invited to a Christmas party... Here are some of the highlights -- 90% of the furnishings and rugs were from our shop and we filled in the gaps with some extra special pieces!

Courtyard This central courtyard is the focal point of the house, as it both physically separates and visually connects spaces within your home. This exterior nook is a powerful space on its own, but it’s contribution of daylight and visual connection throughout the house is what makes it magical. - Like what you see? Visit www.mymodernhome.com for more detail, or to see yourself in one of our architect-designed home plans.

To the manor born… or at least it will feel like it in this elegant yet easygoing French Country home designed by Visbeen Architects with a busy family who wants the best of the past and the present in mind. Drawn from both French and English traditional architecture, this two-story 5,463-square-foot home is a pleasing and timeless blend of two perennially popular styles. Driving up the circular driveway, the home’s front façade impresses with its distinctive details, including a covered porch, iron and stone accents, a roofline with multiple peaks, large windows and its central turret capping two bay windows. The back is no less eye-catching, with a series of large central windows on all three floors overlooking the backyard, two private balconies and both a covered second-floor screen porch and an open-air main-level patio perfect for al fresco entertaining. There’s magic on the inside too. The expansive 2,900-square-foot main level revolves around a welcoming two-story foyer with a grand curved staircase that leads into the rest of the luxurious yet not excessive floor plan. Highlights of the public spaces on the left include a spacious two-story light-filled living room with a wall of windows overlooking the backyard and a fireplace, an adjacent dining room perfect for entertaining with its own deck, and a open-plan kitchen with central island, convenient home management area and walk-in pantry. A nearby screened porch is the perfect place for enjoying outdoors meals bug-free. Private rooms are concentrated on the first-floor’s right side, with a secluded master suite that includes spa-like bath with his and her vanities and a large tub as well as a private balcony, large walk-in closet and secluded nearby study/office. Upstairs, another 1,100 square feet of living space is designed with family living in mind, including two bedrooms, each with private bath and large closet, and a convenient kids study with peaked ceiling overlooking the street. The central circular staircase leads to another 1,800 square-feet in the lower level, with a large family room with kitchen /bar, a guest bedroom suite, a handy exercise area and access to a nearby covered patio. Photographer: Brad Gillette