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When only one or two people can reasonably be in the kitchen at a given time in a household that is full of people, it’s time to think about possibilities for creating a space where everyone has a spot to fit in. The kitchen in this 1920s Tudor home was dark, constrained, and cut off from the rest of the house. These aspects made for limited functionality when entertaining guests. The goal of this renovation, designed by Kasa Architecture and K&L Interiors, sought to eliminate those characteristics while keeping in the period of the home.
One of the first things completed was to widen the opening which connects the dining room and kitchen. This created more space for the movement of people during a gathering and brightened up both rooms. The fixtures, hardware, and wallpaper were thoughtfully chosen by K&L Interiors to unite the spaces in a style reminiscent of the 1920s. The crown molding throughout the kitchen and the entryway was custom made to match the original.
Next, an extended island was added to the kitchen to provide versatile counter space for entertaining as well as a casual seating area. The island was designed to accommodate a beverage fridge at one end which in turn saves room in the main refrigerator for other things.
Additionally, the doorway at the back of the kitchen was widened and new French doors were installed. This enhanced the kitchen by adding light and easier access to the back deck. In order to widen the back door, the original exterior brick had to be removed. To keep the house looking true to its original appearance, the brick had to be matched and replaced once the doors were installed.
In a small kitchen maximizing space is essential. The design of this renovation accomplished this by re-purposing an existing coat closet. One of the walls in the closet was extended into the entryway of the home and then that space was turned into a walk-in pantry. Other ways storage was generated and counter space maximized was to put a knife block and coffee station enclosed behind cabinet doors.
The end result of this renovation is a bright and open space defined by the period and style of the 1920s with added functionality and practicality of modern times which encompasses casual and formal gatherings.

Luxury Bathroom Remodeling in Langhorne, PA – A Stunning Transformation by BMR Belmax Remodeling
At BMR Belmax Remodeling, we take pride in transforming bathrooms into elegant, functional, and modern spaces. Our latest bathroom remodeling in Langhorne, PA is a testament to high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. This project was about creating a luxurious retreat, where aesthetics meet functionality. From a spacious walk-in shower to a sleek freestanding tub, black fixtures, and marble-inspired finishes, this bathroom is truly a piece of art.
The Challenge: A Bathroom in Need of Modernization
Our client in Langhorne, PA, wanted a bathroom renovation that would maximize space, enhance functionality, and create a modern, elegant atmosphere. The existing bathroom lacked the cohesive design and luxury finishes that the homeowner desired. They envisioned a spacious walk-in shower, stylish vanity, elegant tiling, and a freestanding bathtub that would bring a spa-like feel to their home.
BMR Belmax Remodeling was up to the challenge. We focused on layout optimization, high-end finishes, and sophisticated black fixtures to create a space that exudes timeless elegance and modern convenience.
The Transformation: A Spacious & Elegant Bathroom Design
Our remodeling team executed a complete renovation, incorporating top-tier materials, innovative design elements, and seamless craftsmanship. The result? A stunning, spa-like master bathroom that exceeds expectations.
1. Walk-In Shower with Premium Features
Built a spacious 68” x 36” walk-in shower, offering comfort and luxury.
Installed beautiful marble-look tiles on the shower walls, adding a sophisticated and timeless aesthetic.
Used mosaic tiles for the shower base, enhancing texture, durability, and slip-resistance.
Integrated a sleek black shower fixture, creating a striking contrast with the light-colored tiles.
Installed a recessed shower light, ensuring proper illumination for a relaxing shower experience.
2. Stunning Marble-Effect Tile Work
The entire bathroom features marble-look tiles, creating a high-end and cohesive design.
Used white marble-look tiles for the bathroom floor, complementing the shower walls while enhancing the sense of space and brightness.
3. Elegant Freestanding Tub as the Centerpiece
Installed a modern black-and-white freestanding bathtub, adding a luxurious spa-like feel to the space.
Positioned the tub near the newly painted black-framed windows, creating a stunning visual contrast.
Added a sleek black floor-mounted tub filler, blending perfectly with the overall design.
4. Custom Wall-Mounted Double Vanity & Mirrors
Installed a double vanity, reconfiguring all plumbing to allow for a floating, wall-mounted design.
The wall-mounted vanity enhances floor space and gives the bathroom a modern, airy look.
Added matching lighted mirrors, providing both functionality and style.
5. Thoughtful Lighting & Black Accents
Installed recessed lighting throughout the bathroom, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere.
Added an additional light in the shower, ensuring proper visibility and ambiance.
Painted all bathroom doors black, complementing the black fixtures and window frames.
Installed all bathroom fixtures in black, creating a bold contrast against the marble-inspired tile work.
6. New Windows for a Balanced Aesthetic
Installed five new windows, painted black inside and white outside, enhancing both exterior curb appeal and interior elegance.
The black window frames create a striking contrast against the light-colored tile walls.
The Result: A Luxurious and Functional Bathroom Retreat
The completed bathroom renovation in Langhorne, PA, is a stunning masterpiece, blending modern sophistication with timeless luxury. The spacious walk-in shower, freestanding tub, and floating vanity contribute to an elegant, spa-like environment.
The combination of marble-look tiles, black fixtures, recessed lighting, and high-end finishes creates a harmonious and visually stunning space. Every design choice was carefully planned and executed to maximize comfort, elegance, and functionality.
Our client was extremely happy with the outcome, describing the bathroom as a true work of art. They particularly loved how the black fixtures and accents contrast beautifully with the marble-inspired tiles, giving the bathroom a sophisticated and high-end feel.
Why Choose BMR Belmax Remodeling?
This bathroom remodeling in Langhorne, PA reflects the quality, creativity, and dedication we bring to every project. Homeowners trust BMR Belmax Remodeling because we offer:
✅ High-End Custom Designs – Tailored solutions that meet unique preferences and styles.
✅ Premium Materials & Finishes – Using only the best materials for durability and beauty.
✅ Expert Craftsmanship – Attention to detail and quality workmanship in every aspect.
✅ Seamless Project Management – From planning to completion, we ensure a stress-free renovation experience.
✅ Client-Focused Service – We prioritize homeowner satisfaction and deliver beyond expectations.
Upgrade Your Bathroom with BMR Belmax Remodeling
If you’re considering a bathroom renovation in Langhorne, PA, trust BMR Belmax Remodeling to bring your dream bathroom to life. Whether you want a spacious walk-in shower, a freestanding bathtub, modern lighting, or custom fixtures, we have the expertise to deliver stunning results.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and start transforming your bathroom into a luxurious retreat!

Partition to entry was removed for an open floor plan. Bar length was extended. 2 support beams concealed by being built into the design plan. Theatre Room entry was relocated to opposite side of room to maximize seating. Gym entry area was opened up to provide better flow and maximize floor plan. Bathroom was updated as well to complement other areas.
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ABOUT THE PROJECT: These, like many of our clients, are multiple luxury home owners. As they traveled, inspiration turned into multiple renovation phases kept cohesive with our firm's design and construction. First the kitchen was opened up for their comfort and to maximize the incredible sea & marsh vistas, then the master bed made into a bed/bath suite, then the living room modernized.
RENOVATONS: The in-house kitchen design maximized both practical comfort and entertainment which included extending the island and relocating the sink to the end of the island. Condo bylaws usually limit coring through floor slabs so the island was raised to accommodate the necessary plumbing underneath. To see the incredible sunsets over the marsh, the contiguous room walls were shortened and kitchen counterspace added. We fabricated rock maple custom cabinetry in a muted washed grey stain to capture the subtle definition of the wood grain. Storage was accommodated in for a butlers pantry with pullout trays to for practical reachable convenience. The kitchen's focal point is a custom niche surround for the Thermador gas range made practical for cooking incorporated uncials and spice access. A gorgeous tile backsplash the owner selected added the final panache and glitz which also complements the Cambia quartz countertops. Appliances are a 36" subzero refrigerator, Fisher Paykel two drawer dishwasher, Thermador 36" gas range suitable for creating delicate sauces, a custom hood, and a stainless drawer microwave.
MASTER BATH renovation transformed two contiguous rooms into a luxury master suite. Removing several walls, we were able to design for a spacious double sink vanity and include a personalized makeup center while fitting the new shell floor tiles seamlessly to match the master bedroom flooring. Custom cabinetry with oak match booked lateral grain drawers form a unique monolithic style that flows as a tree would from one end to the other. Satin frameless glass doors were added to the shower and water closet for an airy - spa feel, while functioning for privacy.
LIVING ROOM Entertainment cabinetry were added for travel mementos and electronics along with the removal of the traditional fireplace. In its place, a modern linear gas fireplace was installed with a Dekton heat safe solid surface face.
CONTRACTOR's Note: We are privileged to know these friends. Both are exceptional individuals in their philanthropic efforts and qualities. We are honored to have their repeat confidence - the husband is a retired executive of one of the nation's largest and leading engineering & construction firms.
- Matthew Winchenbach, CGC
Location: OMNI AMELIA ISLAND PLANTATION, Fl.

This new custom house, completed in late 2012, was designed with an accessory dwelling unit to take advantage of an allowance in the single family zoning code in Seattle. The primary dwelling, 1300 square feet on the upper two stories houses a mother and teenager. The accessory dwelling, 750 square feet, provides a leasable smaller space that can be for a tenant or downsizing in the future.
Seattle based RE Store began by completely deconstructing the original home so that its salvaged parts could have a new life in other design applications. The new design for the home is modern with a sustainable theme, incorporating a palette of natural materials. The Paperstone, wood and steel staircase connects the open-plan living, dining areas and kitchen to the upstairs bedrooms and open library. Exterior decks extend the main interior living spaces while sliding glass panels allow the primary bedroom to connect.
Stylishly visible from all rooms in the open interior living spaces are two complementary objects, both lit from within, a frosted lexan pantry and a slatted reclaimed fir bathroom, with wood sourced from Windfall Lumber. Throughout the home, finishes are simple and minimal: polished concrete flooring, bright-white walls, and formaldehyde-free sapele and maple cabinetry. The main kitchen is outfitted with Ecotop counters and a custom sapele wood island that has large, handle-free pullout drawers on the cooking side and a built-in wine rack on the other. Maximizing storage, a custom built-in apple plywood bench and open wooden box shelves provide extra space.
A model of efficiency, the home maximizes the performance of the envelope of the building. The reclaimed fir car decking wrapped around the exterior from Windfall Lumber, creates the rainscreen siding and is sourced locally from a deconstructed warehouse in Tacoma WA. In addition, access to daylight through high-performance glazing, solar preheat for domestic hot water needs, in-floor radiant heating and a green roof created by the owner adds to the efficiency.
Photo Credit & Design: b9 architects
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Photographer: Ed Sozinho

The Trex composite decking we used is a composite fabrication that eliminates cracking, rotting or splitting. Trex requires no sealants because the composite materials are protected from UV rays; it also allows no damage from insects, water, or sun.
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Photo credit: Scott McDonald @ Hedrich Blessing
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The design objective was to build a house for a couple recently married who both had kids from previous marriages. How to bridge two families together?
The design looks forward in terms of how people live today. The home is an experiment in transparency and solid form; removing borders and edges from outside to inside the house, and to really depict “flowing and endless space”. The house floor plan is derived by pushing and pulling the house’s form to maximize the backyard and minimize the public front yard while welcoming the sun in key rooms by rotating the house 45-degrees to true north. The angular form of the house is a result of the family’s program, the zoning rules, the lot’s attributes, and the sun’s path. We wanted to construct a house that is smart and efficient in terms of construction and energy, both in terms of the building and the user. We could tell a story of how the house is built in terms of the constructability, structure and enclosure, with a nod to Japanese wood construction in the method in which the siding is installed and the exposed interior beams are placed in the double height space. We engineered the house to be smart which not only looks modern but acts modern; every aspect of user control is simplified to a digital touch button, whether lights, shades, blinds, HVAC, communication, audio, video, or security. We developed a planning module based on a 6-foot square room size and a 6-foot wide connector called an interstitial space for hallways, bathrooms, stairs and mechanical, which keeps the rooms pure and uncluttered. The house is 6,200 SF of livable space, plus garage and basement gallery for a total of 9,200 SF. A large formal foyer celebrates the entry and opens up to the living, dining, kitchen and family rooms all focused on the rear garden. The east side of the second floor is the Master wing and a center bridge connects it to the kid’s wing on the west. Second floor terraces and sunscreens provide views and shade in this suburban setting. The playful mathematical grid of the house in the x, y and z axis also extends into the layout of the trees and hard-scapes, all centered on a suburban one-acre lot.
Many green attributes were designed into the home; Ipe wood sunscreens and window shades block out unwanted solar gain in summer, but allow winter sun in. Patio door and operable windows provide ample opportunity for natural ventilation throughout the open floor plan. Minimal windows on east and west sides to reduce heat loss in winter and unwanted gains in summer. Open floor plan and large window expanse reduces lighting demands and maximizes available daylight. Skylights provide natural light to the basement rooms. Durable, low-maintenance exterior materials include stone, ipe wood siding and decking, and concrete roof pavers. Design is based on a 2' planning grid to minimize construction waste. Basement foundation walls and slab are highly insulated. FSC-certified walnut wood flooring was used. Light colored concrete roof pavers to reduce cooling loads by as much as 15%. 2x6 framing allows for more insulation and energy savings. Super efficient windows have low-E argon gas filled units, and thermally insulated aluminum frames. Permeable brick and stone pavers reduce the site’s storm-water runoff. Countertops use recycled composite materials. Energy-Star rated furnaces and smart thermostats are located throughout the house to minimize duct runs and avoid energy loss. Energy-Star rated boiler that heats up both radiant floors and domestic hot water. Low-flow toilets and plumbing fixtures are used to conserve water usage. No VOC finish options and direct venting fireplaces maintain a high interior air quality. Smart home system controls lighting, HVAC, and shades to better manage energy use. Plumbing runs through interior walls reducing possibilities of heat loss and freezing problems. A large food pantry was placed next to kitchen to reduce trips to the grocery store. Home office reduces need for automobile transit and associated CO2 footprint. Plan allows for aging in place, with guest suite than can become the master suite, with no need to move as family members mature.

Lifestyle & Architecture!
It was important to our clients that their outdoor living space matched their lifestyle! It was important to us that their new space also matched the architecture of their new home. Cool, contemporary, sophistcated & fun is what this space says without saying anything at all!!! Everything is better outside....now! Entertaining is easy! Cooling off in this custom spool is perfect
and when the weather starts to cool down...this oversized hot tub will be heating things up! 2" Smooth Limestone sawcut edge coping cubes the geometric lines of this contemporary spool. Elements accent tiles
enhances the black onyx pebble sheen pool finish along with led architectural pool light making this space light up! Watching shows from this pool is one of the best seats in this space...and watching shows at the bar or dining alfresco is a close second! Sitting under this custom shade structure is a must in this El Paso heat! Built to last with 1/4" steel & cedar slats. The custom outdoor kitchen, bar & serving station maximizes entertainment. This place has everything anyone would want! No need to go anywhere when you have a staycation in your own backyard! Designed to maximize our clients small space & built to last the test of time. 2" smooth limestone veneer, granite counter tops & stainless steel appliances add beauty & function! Plenty of space for parties...intimate vibe for private time. Whats your space say about you?

The Nautilus Residential Shower Door is custom built, easy to install, self cleaning, and maximizes access to your shower.
- Maximize Home Bathroom Space and Access
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- One-Year Limited Warranty
- Compact Design
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The master bedroom is a cozy space, capturing the character of the previous roofline with a rustic beam detail. A built in dog bed takes advantage of unused attic space and a new niche became the perfect spot to house the current reading list. Because of the age of the home, the design was about embracing the cottage feel of the home. This was done with modern windows that let in abundant natural light for their size and location. Supply chain issues significantly delayed the project when the windows took far longer than expected or planned, but they were absolutely worth the wait. They fit the aesthetic of the home, maximize natural light, and complement the eclectic vibe within the master suite.
The space was further personalized with bold wallpaper that features an antique vibe. The chandelier was curated for the space to add interest and uniqueness to the room. Instead of a door, the opening to the closet gives a spatial feel to the suite and maximizes function and flow.

Lifestyle & Architecture!
It was important to our clients that their outdoor living space matched their lifestyle! It was important to us that their new space also matched the architecture of their new home. Cool, contemporary, sophistcated & fun is what this space says without saying anything at all!!! Everything is better outside....now! Entertaining is easy! Cooling off in this custom spool is perfect
and when the weather starts to cool down...this oversized hot tub will be heating things up! 2" Smooth Limestone sawcut edge coping cubes the geometric lines of this contemporary spool. Elements accent tiles
enhances the black onyx pebble sheen pool finish along with led architectural pool light making this space light up! Watching shows from this pool is one of the best seats in this space...and watching shows at the bar or dining alfresco is a close second! Sitting under this custom shade structure is a must in this El Paso heat! Built to last with 1/4" steel & cedar slats. The custom outdoor kitchen, bar & serving station maximizes entertainment. This place has everything anyone would want! No need to go anywhere when you have a staycation in your own backyard! Designed to maximize our clients small space & built to last the test of time. 2" smooth limestone veneer, granite counter tops & stainless steel appliances add beauty & function! Plenty of space for parties...intimate vibe for private time. Whats your space say about you?

This townhome was initially built for wheelchair accessibility which the new owners did not require. Most main floor rooms were reconfigured to create a more efficient floorplan for the new owners. Maximizing storage was a key theme in every room and substantial custom cabinetry was added. Finishes were extensively upgraded including countertops, flooring, plumbing fixtures, and lighting.

This quartzite reflects gorgeous green, blue and taupe veining throughout which accentuates the kitchen finishes. This stone is Fantasy Macaubas Quartzite.

The Clients: two passionate chefs. The Commission: to help them design the perfect Kitchen in which to prepare myriad delectable dishes that they love to plan and execute. The Main Requirements: enough storage to accommodate countless spices, cooking equipment and implements; lots of natural light; and a traditionally detailed, but not overdone design.
We nearly doubled the size of the original galley kitchen by pushing out toward the backyard; laid out the appliances so as to maximize efficiency and work surface area; and designed custom built pull-outs for spice jars, and storage for special cookware, small appliances, cutlery and utensils.
The inspiration for the cabinetry design was the Clients’ impeccable selections of appliances and finishes, and their request for tasteful, simple detailing. The focal point, the heart of this Kitchen, is the beautiful porcelain French stove and custom-designed hood cover. Leaded glass panels in the coffered ceiling add charm and hide roof skylights included in the design to maximize natural light. The large island with porcelain farm sink offers the Clients ample work surface as well as informal seating and storage. A desk / hutch cabinet provides a “central control station” for the family’s activities, as well as display for the Clients’ formal dishes and stemware.
Other improvements included a much-needed Walk-In Pantry achieved by enclosing an existing side porch, and enhanced flow between the Kitchen and Family Room. We accomplished this by removing an existing column and beam which previously blocked the physical and visual connection between the two spaces.
We are delighted with the transformation of the original little galley into our Clients’ dream Kitchen … and our Clients are thrilled that their new Kitchen has cut in half their time spent in epic cooking sessions on the weekends!

The Trevisto was designed to maximize the sq footage of the home on the lot while minimizing exposure to the neighbours and maximizing the views to the Rocky Mountains.

For this kitchen remodel, the clients opted to maintain the location and footprint of the original kitchen in their 1960’s ranch style home. That meant we had our work cut out for us to maximize the counter space while providing enough storage for this growing family. We ultimately decided to maximize the working counter space by the sink and range and added a large pantry wall in the adjacent dining room for bulky items and food storage. We chose a lightly stained slab style cabinet to capture the era of the home but paired it with white high-gloss upper cabinets and white quartz to make the space also look fresh and functional. A light green paint helps pull in the accent color featured in the backsplash while adding warmth to the home. We finished the space with a unique light fixture and a perfectly modern dining table.
Interior Design by Bennett Design Co.
Photo by Mike Kaskel

Bursting with craft to enhance true Muskoka living, the vision for this Lake Muskoka custom build was to bring family to the forefront of every day living. Classic, timeless, modern and clean, with a touch of rustic elements throughout.
Our client envisioned a streamlined, elegant home that maximized the impact of the glorious views and showcased their love of natural materials. ABOVE & BEYOND provided full planning and design services and executed a re-zoning and site plan agreement for the property in order to accomplish the client’s vision for their cottage.
This open-concept space framed with floor-to-celing windows, is defined by a custom stone fireplace, complete with reclaimed barn beam for the feature mantle.
A cool, fresh palette and simple lines bring focus to the fine details and rustic finishes that distinguish this exceptional home. Standout features include custom cabinetry and built-ins, a massive island draped with white granite, and brushed steel hardware.
Bursting with craft and fine woodwork, including a graceful, fine-lined staircase, maximize the light that makes this family home so magnificent.

A well designed and constructed front yard can leave a lasting impression on your guests and passerby's alike. This yard in Evergreen leaves a great one with a well thought out placement of these trees and shrubs giving grandeur to the entrance of this home. The custom wrought iron gate that leads to the backyard provides both security and architectural interest. The backyard design was made to maximize every square foot of the small footprint. A large covered deck with tile inlay and custom outdoor kitchen separates the lounge area from the dining area. With the perimeter planting and the custom built tree house for the kids, this yard maximizes privacy and tranquility with a masterful placement of trees and the custom built water feature.
Photo Credit: Jamen Rhodes

In the gleaming skyline of Dubai, where architectural marvels reach toward the heavens, interior spaces demand equal brilliance. Antonovich Group, renowned for their modern interior design villa Dubai expertise, has expanded their mastery to the luxury apartment sector, delivering bespoke residential experiences that redefine vertical living.
Their recent apartment project in Downtown Dubai showcases the firm's exceptional ability to translate the grandeur of villa design into more compact yet equally sophisticated urban spaces. The residence received a comprehensive transformation that eliminated standard apartment constraints through innovative spatial reconfiguration and custom architectural interventions.
"Luxury apartment design requires a different approach than villa interiors," explains Antonovich Group's design director. "We focus on creating the perception of expanded space while maintaining the intimate comfort that makes an apartment feel like home."
The company's signature approach begins with architectural enhancement—removing non-essential walls, raising ceiling heights where structurally possible, and installing floor-to-ceiling windows that maximize natural light and panoramic views. These fundamental changes create the canvas upon which Antonovich Group applies their design artistry.
What truly distinguishes their apartment projects is the attention to bespoke elements. Rather than relying on standard solutions for furnishing apartment Dubai residences, Antonovich Group creates custom pieces scaled precisely for each space. From built-in seating that maximizes floor area to multifunctional furnishings that adapt to different needs, every element serves both aesthetic and practical purposes.
Materials play a crucial role in their apartment designs, with selections that would typically be found in the most exclusive modern interior design villa Dubai projects. Italian marble, exotic woods, bronze accents, and artisanal glass create a rich sensory experience that elevates the entire residence.
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