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In this primary bathroom, the lighting scheme was key to achieve the client’s goals and create a space where the client would enjoy being. The bathroom felt cramped, dark, visually heavy. The client was also claustrophobic, making the use of the space uncomfortable. The goal was to transform this space into a relaxed modern spa-like atmosphere, rethink and simplify the floorplan avoiding visual clutter, access natural light, add efficient lighting, and create more visual space. The lighting plan was crucial to increase visual space. My first thought was to add a skylight to access natural light that is so effective in enlarging the feel of a space. After looking at the attic and roof lines it became clear that this was not an option. After some research I found the perfect solution: a smart light fixture that mimics a window. It is installed between studs or ceiling joists. The fixture replicates the light of the sun during the day. It goes from soft morning light - to bright noon - to soft dawn light. By recessing the fixture into the ceiling, the skylight-look and extra height was achieved. The benefits of this light go beyond beautiful design. The fixture is sustainable, energy efficient, and made to last for decades. It regulates the body’s circadian rhythm, helping against sleeping problems and seasonal affective disorder. It also integrates biophilic design, creating connections to nature and benefiting people that spend hours indoors. The use of mood lighting was also key, creating a cozy, welcoming feel to this home-spa. All the lights are dimmable, and plenty of indirect light sources, like the gorgeous vanity pendants and LED mirrors, create the perfect setting. Not forgetting to mention the soft curves of the bathtub chandelier. This is the perfect place to relax in the bubbly bathtub!

Create layers of depth in any space with our San Ramon ADU construction project. From concept to completion, we worked closely with you to transform this ADU into a seamless blend of style and function. We took care of every detail, ensuring the open layout feels both spacious and inviting. With a focus on quality and precision, our San Ramon ADU design and build process brought this project to life, giving you a beautifully crafted, enduring space tailored to your vision. San Ramon ADU Builders - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/locations/san-ramon/ San Ramon ADU Floor Plan - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/adu-floor-plans/san-ramon/1bed-1bath/ San Ramon ADU Regulations - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/adu-regulations/san-ramon/ ADU Project in San Ramon - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/projects/san-ramon/miller-family-adu/

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On this Burlingame ADU Construction project, we focused on giving the space a sleek, contemporary look. Starting with an open-concept layout, the living area flows smoothly into the kitchen, where we installed custom cabinetry and beautiful quartz countertops. You’ll notice the floor-to-ceiling windows that bring in tons of natural light, creating an inviting feel. The bathroom? Fully modernized with a walk-in shower and floating vanity. Throughout the project, we kept quality in mind, using hardwood flooring and recessed lighting. As your trusted ADU Builders, we ensured every detail reflected a thoughtful Burlingame ADU design and build process. Burlingame ADU Builders - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/locations/burlingame/ Burlingame ADU Floor Plan - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/adu-floor-plans/burlingame/3-bed-2-bath/ Burlingame ADU Regulations - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/adu-regulations/burlingame/ ADU Project in Burlingame - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/projects/burlingame/flores-family-adu/

A sleek, wireless bedside keypad gives this homeowner control of lights in the master suite and throughout the house. (Look on the left nightstand)
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Asked by her client to review a typically mundane South Hampton ‘50s saltbox because “the last designer they talked to said they would have to add on to make the house anything,” Ms. Cohen approached the renovation in exactly the opposite manner. To refine the small building footprint, precise architectural gestures were used with a series of finely calibrated moments make the space more gracious and welcoming. Architectural acts were bold in concept but not in actual construction work; such as capturing the car garage to add a hyper modern sunroom/den along with a powder room and laundry. Reconfiguring one side of the house’s roofline to manipulate the space into a sensational master suite saved the north side of the house from remaining an un-useful attic space. This inner sanctum of bedroom and master bath is reminiscent of a Hampton’s beachscape in all its elegance and minimalism. The only square footage actually added was a tiny 4X4 corner as an addition to the front entry, oddly an essential piece of real estate to make an actual vestibule. All these refinements make for a crafted, articulate result rather than bowing to the bigger is better theme, which is more prevalent in the Hamptons. The function of the plan and the accompanying finishes are impressive. The Jack and Jill bathroom, an invention of the American post-war housing boom, was outfitted in handsome walnut Duravit vanity cabinets and neutral finishes. The master bath, with its expansive skylights, might be mistaken for a conceptual art installation due to its evocative marble countertop in striped ethereal hues. Finally, Ms. Cohen uses wallpaper like a museum curator, hanging an iconic Knoll pattern to punctuate the dining/media space. Each room in the house was sculpted via a palette of watercolor blue of varying saturations. Fabrics were culled from the greats of modernist textiles, Maharam’s Quatrefoil pattern in blue and Knoll classic Sway pattern in sea shades. The blue on white “beach” scheme runs from a soft cotton candy sky in the girl’s room to an immersive David Sutherland Park Bark wallpaper in the powder room. This intellectual inquiry as to what are the true colors at the beach belays the sophistication that surpasses the usual nautical curse of the average beach house. Out of the corner of your eye, in almost every quadrant of the house, is a burst of colorful expression and delight; this serves as Ms. Cohen’s painterly gift to the client. Ms. Cohen’s hidden strength is her ability to choreograph a seating area. Whether it is a formal living room or the ultimate hang out spot, each space has the right amount of distance, intimacy and dare I say intrigue to make the arrangements inviting. Each conversation, because it really looks like a fine chat can be had, has an elegant side table ready for duty and all tête-à-têtes are regulated to a sumptuous area rugs. Habitants in Ms. Cohen’s world only work through deep discourse.

Inspiration for a large coastal u-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, black appliances and an island

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A&E Construction. This Princeton NJ bathroom renovation was part of a larger basement renovation that also included a bedroom, laundry room, kitchen, living room, and home theater. This luxurious bathroom includes a custom steam shower with transom glass for steam regulation and striking waterfall tile.

Bathroom - mid-sized coastal master beige tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile bathroom idea in New York with a pedestal sink, beaded inset cabinets, marble countertops, a one-piece toilet and white walls

In this primary bathroom, the lighting scheme was key to achieve the client’s goals and create a space where the client would enjoy being. The bathroom felt cramped, dark, visually heavy. The client was also claustrophobic, making the use of the space uncomfortable. The goal was to transform this space into a relaxed modern spa-like atmosphere, rethink and simplify the floorplan avoiding visual clutter, access natural light, add efficient lighting, and create more visual space. The lighting plan was crucial to increase visual space. My first thought was to add a skylight to access natural light that is so effective in enlarging the feel of a space. After looking at the attic and roof lines it became clear that this was not an option. After some research I found the perfect solution: a smart light fixture that mimics a window. It is installed between studs or ceiling joists. The fixture replicates the light of the sun during the day. It goes from soft morning light - to bright noon - to soft dawn light. By recessing the fixture into the ceiling, the skylight-look and extra height was achieved. The benefits of this light go beyond beautiful design. The fixture is sustainable, energy efficient, and made to last for decades. It regulates the body’s circadian rhythm, helping against sleeping problems and seasonal affective disorder. It also integrates biophilic design, creating connections to nature and benefiting people that spend hours indoors. The use of mood lighting was also key, creating a cozy, welcoming feel to this home-spa. All the lights are dimmable, and plenty of indirect light sources, like the gorgeous vanity pendants and LED mirrors, create the perfect setting. Not forgetting to mention the soft curves of the bathtub chandelier. This is the perfect place to relax in the bubbly bathtub!