Tuscan home design photo in Albuquerque

Modern home with board form concrete
Mid-sized contemporary gray two-story concrete flat roof idea in Denver

Molly Christina Barr
Large elegant galley light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, white appliances and an island

A basalt fountain kit that features horizontal cuts, with a flat, polished top and natural sides. The center of the column has been drilled to allow the water to flow as a fountain. The real-rock column sits atop our patented AquaBox basin, where the water and pump are also stored. The combination of both polished and natural texture make this a great choice for both conventional and more formal designs.

Groin Vault
Hallway - mediterranean hallway idea in Charleston

Balcony - craftsman balcony idea in Orange County

Asian patio photo in New York

Craftsman exterior home idea in Orange County

Oversized and underused was how our Client described their old furniture for this space. We were brought in to come up with a furniture plan and accessorizing details that would make the space livable and loveable again!

Residential meadow garden in Bryn Mawr, PA
This is an example of a large farmhouse full sun front yard wood fence landscaping in Philadelphia.

B. Bruce
Photo of a contemporary landscaping in Portland.

This Mahogany Front Door receives great shadows throughout the day. The copper inlays only add to the conversation.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary front door remodel in Denver with beige walls and a dark wood front door

Corner cabinet & exposed post detail
Large arts and crafts u-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Looking through circular stone openings of the Stone Cabana (Pool House Great Room) Photo by S Jasan
Inspiration for a rustic gray one-story stone exterior home remodel

Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in New York

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless medium tone wood floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Baltimore with blue walls and no fireplace

Bedroom - traditional bedroom idea in New York

Monica Perrone Landscape Architecture
This is an example of an asian landscaping in Sacramento.

THE SETUP Client Background: Our clients, a couple who have transitioned into the empty nest phase, have cherished their home for over three decades without undergoing any significant renovations. With a newfound desire to adapt their living space to better suit their current lifestyle, they’ve embarked on a journey to reimagine their kitchen — the heart of their home. Their aspiration is to cultivate a serene, neutral-toned sanctuary on the first floor that seamlessly merges with their family room, ensuring a harmonious and inviting environment. Design Inspiration: The renovation is inspired by the couple’s penchant for soft, calming neutrals, using their cherished family room and the kitchen’s existing tile flooring as the cornerstone for the color scheme. This approach aims to foster a sense of warmth and tranquility throughout. Design Objectives: Harmonize the kitchen with the family room by adopting a soothing, neutral color scheme, ensuring a seamless flow across the first floor. Enhance kitchen functionality with thoughtfully designed cabinetry, providing a designated place for every item and maximizing storage efficiency. Cultivate an inviting and comfortable atmosphere that reflects the homeowners’ desire for a calm and relaxing space. Design Challenges: The homeowners wish to retain the existing kitchen tile flooring and integrate it into a refreshed, modern design. Accommodating a dining area spacious enough for family visits without compromising the kitchen’s open feel or functional layout. Despite liking the current placement of plumbing and appliances, the homeowners aspire for a more open floor plan to facilitate better movement and interaction. The need to amplify natural light in the kitchen, especially around the sink area, where existing lighting is insufficient. Preserving the half-wall between the kitchen and family room, a feature the homeowners want to keep, while ensuring it complements the new design. THE RENEWED SPACE Design Solutions: By choosing a neutral color palette that complements the existing tile, the design unifies the kitchen with the adjacent spaces. The tile’s grout was cleaned and restored, enhancing the floor’s appearance and integrating it seamlessly with the new kitchen aesthetic. The inclusion of a larger island with seating for two, alongside maintaining a substantial dining table, was achieved by optimizing the spatial layout. This allowed for a sociable yet functional kitchen, accommodating large family gatherings without feeling crowded. Minor adjustments to the kitchen’s layout maintained the preferred locations for plumbing and appliances while introducing an ‘open’ design concept. Strategic modifications, such as angling the pantry wall, improved the flow and accessibility within the space. Replacing the garden window with a broader, standard window significantly increased natural light, transforming the sink area into a bright, welcoming space with enhanced views of the outdoors. The decision to keep the half-wall was ingeniously leveraged to define the dining area while maintaining an open connection to the family room. This feature not only serves as a visual separator but also ties the two spaces together through the shared color scheme and design elements. The homeowners are thrilled with their newly remodeled kitchen, which has become a hub of warmth and hospitality. Hosting a wedding shower and a birthday party, they have shared their renewed space with friends and family, who have been equally enamored. This remodel has not only met their functional and aesthetic desires but has also enriched their home with a fresh sense of serenity and joy. The upstairs part of the home is shaping up nicely. Here’s their newly remodeled primary bathroom.