In this transformative Laurelhurst Portland kitchen and basement renovation project, our team of seasoned professionals reimagined a dated and underutilized space into a captivating masterpiece of modern living. The kitchen received a complete makeover with custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances, and a sleek central island, creating a functional and stylish culinary hub. Meanwhile, the basement was ingeniously converted into a versatile living area, featuring a home gym, a cozy lounge, a beautiful master bathroom, and a master suite. Meticulous attention was given to every detail, from luxurious flooring to ambient lighting, elevating the ambiance throughout. This renovation seamlessly blended contemporary aesthetics with the timeless charm of Laurelhurst, Producing a space that exudes elegance, comfort, and practicality, much to the delight of our esteemed clients.

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  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The Klimala’s and their three kids are no strangers to moving, this being their fifth house in the same town over the 20-year period they have lived there. “It must be the 7-year itch, because every seven years, we seem to find ourselves antsy for a new project or a new environment. I think part of it is being a designer, I see my own taste evolve and I want my environment to reflect that. Having easy access to wonderful tradesmen and a knowledge of the process makes it that much easier”. This time, Klimala’s fell in love with a somewhat unlikely candidate. The 1950’s ranch turned cape cod was a bit of a mutt, but it’s location 5 minutes from their design studio and backing up to the high school where their kids can roll out of bed and walk to school, coupled with the charm of its location on a private road and lush landscaping made it an appealing choice for them. “The bones of the house were really charming. It was typical 1,500 square foot ranch that at some point someone added a second floor to. Its sloped roofline and dormered bedrooms gave it some charm.” With the help of architect Maureen McHugh, Klimala’s gutted and reworked the layout to make the house work for them. An open concept kitchen and dining room allows for more frequent casual family dinners and dinner parties that linger. A dingy 3-season room off the back of the original house was insulated, given a vaulted ceiling with skylights and now opens up to the kitchen. This room now houses an 8’ raw edge white oak dining table and functions as an informal dining room. “One of the challenges with these mid-century homes is the 8’ ceilings. I had to have at least one room that had a higher ceiling so that’s how we did it” states Klimala. The kitchen features a 10’ island which houses a 5’0” Galley Sink. The Galley features two faucets, and double tiered rail system to which accessories such as cutting boards and stainless steel bowls can be added for ease of cooking. Across from the large sink is an induction cooktop. “My two teen daughters and I enjoy cooking, and the Galley and induction cooktop make it so easy.” A wall of tall cabinets features a full size refrigerator, freezer, double oven and built in coffeemaker. The area on the opposite end of the kitchen features a pantry with mirrored glass doors and a beverage center below. The rest of the first floor features an entry way, a living room with views to the front yard’s lush landscaping, a family room where the family hangs out to watch TV, a back entry from the garage with a laundry room and mudroom area, one of the home’s four bedrooms and a full bath. There is a double sided fireplace between the family room and living room. The home features pops of color from the living room’s peach grass cloth to purple painted wall in the family room. “I’m definitely a traditionalist at heart but because of the home’s Midcentury roots, I wanted to incorporate some of those elements into the furniture, lighting and accessories which also ended up being really fun. We are not formal people so I wanted a house that my kids would enjoy, have their friends over and feel comfortable.” The second floor houses the master bedroom suite, two of the kids’ bedrooms and a back room nicknamed “the library” because it has turned into a quiet get away area where the girls can study or take a break from the rest of the family. The area was originally unfinished attic, and because the home was short on closet space, this Jack and Jill area off the girls’ bedrooms houses two large walk-in closets and a small sitting area with a makeup vanity. “The girls really wanted to keep the exposed brick of the fireplace that runs up the through the space, so that’s what we did, and I think they feel like they are in their own little loft space in the city when they are up there” says Klimala. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

A Whole House Transformation – conceived as a remodel and addition, the final design iteration for this home is uniquely multifaceted. There were structural considerations and the overall floor plan design centered on maximizing the views. Additions to this home totaled over 1,200 square feet. What was once the master suite, on the second floor, is now a teenagers bedroom. The master suite was relocated to the first floor and is now overlooking the pool, pool house and patio with panoramic views of the backyard. The front entrance closet became the new entrance for the master suite, which includes a sprawling bathroom and boutique closet. Underneath this area is the new theater and billiard room located in the lower level. A new front entrance and roof gables were added for a seamless new exterior look on the right side of the house. The new functional home office, gourmet kitchen, wainscot dining room, and laundry on the main level were taken down to the studs. A new traditional style for the home was created with new cabinetry, trim and millwork, space planning and detail. The lower level was gutted and turned into an award winning showpiece with gym, full wet bar and kitchen, wine nook, family room and game room marrying the new addition with theater and billiard area. The entire exterior stucco was taken off the home and pool house replacing it with stone, stone pillars, shakes and board and batten. The small screen deck was torn off making for expansive 3 season living with a new covered stone grill area. The patio was expanded with a stone fireplace overlooking the entire backyard and pool area. Adding to the new design were landscape features with a new concrete driveway, stone address pier light, stamped concrete walkway to the newly created front covered porch and bead board ceiling, creating an amazing first impression.

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Featured on Pete Nelson's Treehouse Masters, Season 3: Episode 3, "Bionic Tree House." http://www.animalplanet.com/tv-shows/treehouse-masters/ Architectural Elements had the amazing opportunity to help Pete Nelson renovate one of his very first tree house projects. The house's original wooden supports & staircase were old and decayed. Architectural Elements fabricated and installed new, steel support beams that would move and grow with the trees. We also created a segmented staircase with blackened steel railings. Inside the house, we provided a kinetic ladder to access a lofted relaxation space.

In this transformative Laurelhurst Portland kitchen and basement renovation project, our team of seasoned professionals reimagined a dated and underutilized space into a captivating masterpiece of modern living. The kitchen received a complete makeover with custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances, and a sleek central island, creating a functional and stylish culinary hub. Meanwhile, the basement was ingeniously converted into a versatile living area, featuring a home gym, a cozy lounge, a beautiful master bathroom, and a master suite. Meticulous attention was given to every detail, from luxurious flooring to ambient lighting, elevating the ambiance throughout. This renovation seamlessly blended contemporary aesthetics with the timeless charm of Laurelhurst, Producing a space that exudes elegance, comfort, and practicality, much to the delight of our esteemed clients.

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Master bath | Visit our website to see where we’re building the Amethyst plan in Colorado! You’ll find photos, interactive floor plans and more. A flagship plan from our popular Seasons™ Collection, the Amethyst has a layout that's great for entertaining. Gather with friends and family in the expansive great room, dining room and kitchen, and add a covered patio for additional outdoor living space. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet and a private bath. This home also includes a study, which can be optioned as an additional bedroom at select communities.

Full top floor of beautiful brownstone on coveted Hudson Street block directly across from Steven’s Park with seasonal NYC views. This elegant 2 bedroom, 1 bath home features open living space with exposed brick, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, central air conditioning & laundry in home. Master bedroom with double closets and great light, updated bath with pedestal sink and additional basement storage. Easy access to Hoboken’s world-class waterfront, shopping, dining, parks and transportation. Rental parking only 1 block away.

This contemporary farmhouse is located on a scenic acreage in Greendale, BC. It features an open floor plan with room for hosting a large crowd, a large kitchen with double wall ovens, tons of counter space, a custom range hood and was designed to maximize natural light. Shed dormers with windows up high flood the living areas with daylight. The stairwells feature more windows to give them an open, airy feel, and custom black iron railings designed and crafted by a talented local blacksmith. The home is very energy efficient, featuring R32 ICF construction throughout, R60 spray foam in the roof, window coatings that minimize solar heat gain, an HRV system to ensure good air quality, and LED lighting throughout. A large covered patio with a wood burning fireplace provides warmth and shelter in the shoulder seasons. Carsten Arnold Photography

Designed as a versatile luxury retreat—serving as a multi-generational family sanctuary, an exclusive vacation rental, and a secluded off-season creative refuge—this custom estate maximizes a dramatic 16-acre wooded parcel in Westfield, New York. The project encompassed comprehensive master planning and site development to capture breathtaking, unobstructed views across Lake Erie. Beyond siting the primary residence, the master plan incorporates a thoughtfully integrated campus—including future guest cabins, a central commons building, private trails, and vertical access points down to the creek and lakefront. From driveway mapping and selective forest clearing to curated meadows and lawn clearings, every structural and landscape element was positioned to celebrate the natural terrain.

In this transformative Laurelhurst Portland kitchen and basement renovation project, our team of seasoned professionals reimagined a dated and underutilized space into a captivating masterpiece of modern living. The kitchen received a complete makeover with custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances, and a sleek central island, creating a functional and stylish culinary hub. Meanwhile, the basement was ingeniously converted into a versatile living area, featuring a home gym, a cozy lounge, a beautiful master bathroom, and a master suite. Meticulous attention was given to every detail, from luxurious flooring to ambient lighting, elevating the ambiance throughout. This renovation seamlessly blended contemporary aesthetics with the timeless charm of Laurelhurst, Producing a space that exudes elegance, comfort, and practicality, much to the delight of our esteemed clients.

In this transformative Laurelhurst Portland kitchen and basement renovation project, our team of seasoned professionals reimagined a dated and underutilized space into a captivating masterpiece of modern living. The kitchen received a complete makeover with custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances, and a sleek central island, creating a functional and stylish culinary hub. Meanwhile, the basement was ingeniously converted into a versatile living area, featuring a home gym, a cozy lounge, a beautiful master bathroom, and a master suite. Meticulous attention was given to every detail, from luxurious flooring to ambient lighting, elevating the ambiance throughout. This renovation seamlessly blended contemporary aesthetics with the timeless charm of Laurelhurst, Producing a space that exudes elegance, comfort, and practicality, much to the delight of our esteemed clients.

In this transformative Laurelhurst Portland kitchen and basement renovation project, our team of seasoned professionals reimagined a dated and underutilized space into a captivating masterpiece of modern living. The kitchen received a complete makeover with custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances, and a sleek central island, creating a functional and stylish culinary hub. Meanwhile, the basement was ingeniously converted into a versatile living area, featuring a home gym, a cozy lounge, a beautiful master bathroom, and a master suite. Meticulous attention was given to every detail, from luxurious flooring to ambient lighting, elevating the ambiance throughout. This renovation seamlessly blended contemporary aesthetics with the timeless charm of Laurelhurst, Producing a space that exudes elegance, comfort, and practicality, much to the delight of our esteemed clients.

In this transformative Laurelhurst Portland kitchen and basement renovation project, our team of seasoned professionals reimagined a dated and underutilized space into a captivating masterpiece of modern living. The kitchen received a complete makeover with custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances, and a sleek central island, creating a functional and stylish culinary hub. Meanwhile, the basement was ingeniously converted into a versatile living area, featuring a home gym, a cozy lounge, a beautiful master bathroom, and a master suite. Meticulous attention was given to every detail, from luxurious flooring to ambient lighting, elevating the ambiance throughout. This renovation seamlessly blended contemporary aesthetics with the timeless charm of Laurelhurst, Producing a space that exudes elegance, comfort, and practicality, much to the delight of our esteemed clients.

In this transformative Laurelhurst Portland kitchen and basement renovation project, our team of seasoned professionals reimagined a dated and underutilized space into a captivating masterpiece of modern living. The kitchen received a complete makeover with custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances, and a sleek central island, creating a functional and stylish culinary hub. Meanwhile, the basement was ingeniously converted into a versatile living area, featuring a home gym, a cozy lounge, a beautiful master bathroom, and a master suite. Meticulous attention was given to every detail, from luxurious flooring to ambient lighting, elevating the ambiance throughout. This renovation seamlessly blended contemporary aesthetics with the timeless charm of Laurelhurst, Producing a space that exudes elegance, comfort, and practicality, much to the delight of our esteemed clients.