Stephanie James: “Understanding the client’s style preferences, we sought out timeless pieces that also offered a little bling. The room is open to multiple dining and living spaces and the scale of the furnishings by Chaddock, Ambella, Wesley Hall and Mr. Brown and lighting by John Richards and Visual Comfort were very important. The living room area with its vaulted ceilings created a need for dramatic fixtures and furnishings to complement the scale. The mixture of textiles and leather offer comfortable seating options whether for a family gathering or an intimate evening with a book.” Photographer: Michael Blevins Photo

Example of an arts and crafts two-story wood exterior home design in Raleigh with a clipped gable roof

Two large 72"x16" flat panel pull-outs for pantry items and cleaning storage. design: Marta Kruszelnicka photo: Todd Gieg
Mid-sized trendy medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and gray walls

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Inspiration for a large transitional girl dark wood floor and brown floor childrens' room remodel in Salt Lake City with white walls

This 1910 West Highlands home was so compartmentalized that you couldn't help to notice you were constantly entering a new room every 8-10 feet. There was also a 500 SF addition put on the back of the home to accommodate a living room, 3/4 bath, laundry room and back foyer - 350 SF of that was for the living room. Needless to say, the house needed to be gutted and replanned. Kitchen+Dining+Laundry-Like most of these early 1900's homes, the kitchen was not the heartbeat of the home like they are today. This kitchen was tucked away in the back and smaller than any other social rooms in the house. We knocked out the walls of the dining room to expand and created an open floor plan suitable for any type of gathering. As a nod to the history of the home, we used butcherblock for all the countertops and shelving which was accented by tones of brass, dusty blues and light-warm greys. This room had no storage before so creating ample storage and a variety of storage types was a critical ask for the client. One of my favorite details is the blue crown that draws from one end of the space to the other, accenting a ceiling that was otherwise forgotten. Primary Bath-This did not exist prior to the remodel and the client wanted a more neutral space with strong visual details. We split the walls in half with a datum line that transitions from penny gap molding to the tile in the shower. To provide some more visual drama, we did a chevron tile arrangement on the floor, gridded the shower enclosure for some deep contrast an array of brass and quartz to elevate the finishes. Powder Bath-This is always a fun place to let your vision get out of the box a bit. All the elements were familiar to the space but modernized and more playful. The floor has a wood look tile in a herringbone arrangement, a navy vanity, gold fixtures that are all servants to the star of the room - the blue and white deco wall tile behind the vanity. Full Bath-This was a quirky little bathroom that you'd always keep the door closed when guests are over. Now we have brought the blue tones into the space and accented it with bronze fixtures and a playful southwestern floor tile. Living Room & Office-This room was too big for its own good and now serves multiple purposes. We condensed the space to provide a living area for the whole family plus other guests and left enough room to explain the space with floor cushions. The office was a bonus to the project as it provided privacy to a room that otherwise had none before.

Home design - large modern medium tone wood floor home design idea in San Diego with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white walls

Her master closet was designed with very specific needs. It features limestone floors, side lit cabinets and electric rods. Photo by Sam Smeed
Walk-in closet - traditional gray floor walk-in closet idea in Houston with beaded inset cabinets and white cabinets

Inspiration for a coastal formal and open concept living room remodel in Portland Maine

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Inspiration for a bedroom cottage gender-neutral carpeted and beige floor kids' bedroom remodel in Denver with white walls

Bedroom. Photo by Clark Dugger
Bedroom - mid-sized contemporary master medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom idea in Los Angeles with white walls and no fireplace

: Exterior façade of modern farmhouse style home, clad in corrugated grey steel with wall lighting, offset gable roof with chimney, detached guest house and connecting breezeway, night shot. Photo by Tory Taglio Photography

The simple use of black and white…classic, timeless, elegant. No better words could describe the renovation of this kitchen, dining room and seating area. First, an amazing wall of custom cabinets was installed. The home’s 10’ ceilings provided a nice opportunity to stack up decorative glass cabinetry and highly crafted crown moldings on top, while maintaining a considerable amount of cabinetry just below it. The custom-made brush stroke finished cabinetry is highlighted by a chimney-style wood hood surround with leaded glass cabinets. Custom display cabinets with leaded glass also separate the kitchen from the dining room. Next, the homeowner installed a 5’ x 14’ island finished in black. It houses the main sink with a pedal style control disposal, dishwasher, microwave, second bar sink, beverage center refrigerator and still has room to sit five to six people. The hardwood floor in the kitchen and family room matches the rest of the house. The homeowner wanted to use a very selective white quartzite stone for counters and backsplash to add to the brightness of their kitchen. Contemporary chandeliers over the island are timeless and elegant. High end appliances covered by custom panels are part of this featured project, both to satisfy the owner’s needs and to implement the classic look desired for this kitchen. Beautiful dining and living areas surround this kitchen. All done in a contemporary style to create a seamless design and feel the owner had in mind.

A busy Redwood City family wanted a space to enjoy their family and friends and this Napa Style outdoor living space is exactly what they had in mind. Bernard Andre Photography

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Example of a small classic porcelain tile kitchen pantry design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and raised-panel cabinets

An open floor plan with high ceilings and large windows adds to the contemporary style of this home. The view to the outdoors creates a direct connection to the homes outdoor living spaces and the lake beyond. Photo by Jacob Bodkin. Architecture by James LaRue Architects.

Inspiration for a huge contemporary open concept concrete floor living room remodel with beige walls, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace and a tv stand

New to the area, this client wanted to modernize and clean up this older 1980's home on one floor covering 3500 sq ft. on the golf course. Clean lines and a neutral material palette blends the home into the landscape, while careful craftsmanship gives the home a clean and contemporary appearance. We first met the client when we were asked to re-design the client future kitchen. The layout was not making any progress with the architect, so they asked us to step and give them a hand. The outcome is wonderful, full and expanse kitchen. The kitchen lead to assisting the client throughout the entire home. We were also challenged to meet the clients desired design details but also to meet a certain budget number.