It starts with quality fabric, which offers a good R-value. Then there’s the accordion or honeycomb look of cellular shades, which makes it possible for them to effectively trap hot air and prevent heat transfer. And then there’s opacity, which can enable you to still let in diffused sunlight with sheer cellular shades, but without the negative impacts. All in all, whether for French windows or other glass openings, cellular shades are quickly becoming hugely popular, with lots of good reasons why. Find out for yourself by booking a free in-person consultation with no obligation at 1-877-708-5883 and talk to Master Blinds designers about cellular shade solutions and various other window treatment options for living spaces and workplaces.

Challenge: Maximize impact and usability in a compact space Solved: Whether it’s the custom Cerulean-, Prussian- and Cobalt-blue tile feature or the pool’s unique 4-inch-thick acrylic end-wall that provides a full underwater panorama of the pool for those sitting in the fire pit—every detail is meticulously orchestrated, every functional element masterfully arranged. The smartphone-controlled pergola louvers, accent lighting, and spare, strategic plantings make this backyard magazine photo-feature worthy. The whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts.

It starts with quality fabric, which offers a good R-value. Then there’s the accordion or honeycomb look of cellular shades, which makes it possible for them to effectively trap hot air and prevent heat transfer. And then there’s opacity, which can enable you to still let in diffused sunlight with sheer cellular shades, but without the negative impacts. All in all, whether for French windows or other glass openings, cellular shades are quickly becoming hugely popular, with lots of good reasons why. Find out for yourself by booking a free in-person consultation with no obligation at 1-877-708-5883 and talk to Master Blinds designers about cellular shade solutions and various other window treatment options for living spaces and workplaces.

Challenge: Maximize impact and usability in a compact space Solved: Whether it’s the custom Cerulean-, Prussian- and Cobalt-blue tile feature or the pool’s unique 4-inch-thick acrylic end-wall that provides a full underwater panorama of the pool for those sitting in the fire pit—every detail is meticulously orchestrated, every functional element masterfully arranged. The smartphone-controlled pergola louvers, accent lighting, and spare, strategic plantings make this backyard magazine photo-feature worthy. The whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts.

Challenge: Maximize impact and usability in a compact space Solved: Whether it’s the custom Cerulean-, Prussian- and Cobalt-blue tile feature or the pool’s unique 4-inch-thick acrylic end-wall that provides a full underwater panorama of the pool for those sitting in the fire pit—every detail is meticulously orchestrated, every functional element masterfully arranged. The smartphone-controlled pergola louvers, accent lighting, and spare, strategic plantings make this backyard magazine photo-feature worthy. The whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts.

Challenge: Maximize impact and usability in a compact space Solved: Whether it’s the custom Cerulean-, Prussian- and Cobalt-blue tile feature or the pool’s unique 4-inch-thick acrylic end-wall that provides a full underwater panorama of the pool for those sitting in the fire pit—every detail is meticulously orchestrated, every functional element masterfully arranged. The smartphone-controlled pergola louvers, accent lighting, and spare, strategic plantings make this backyard magazine photo-feature worthy. The whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts.

Challenge: Maximize impact and usability in a compact space Solved: Whether it’s the custom Cerulean-, Prussian- and Cobalt-blue tile feature or the pool’s unique 4-inch-thick acrylic end-wall that provides a full underwater panorama of the pool for those sitting in the fire pit—every detail is meticulously orchestrated, every functional element masterfully arranged. The smartphone-controlled pergola louvers, accent lighting, and spare, strategic plantings make this backyard magazine photo-feature worthy. The whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts.

Challenge: Maximize impact and usability in a compact space Solved: Whether it’s the custom Cerulean-, Prussian- and Cobalt-blue tile feature or the pool’s unique 4-inch-thick acrylic end-wall that provides a full underwater panorama of the pool for those sitting in the fire pit—every detail is meticulously orchestrated, every functional element masterfully arranged. The smartphone-controlled pergola louvers, accent lighting, and spare, strategic plantings make this backyard magazine photo-feature worthy. The whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts.

This is the finished product of our design that includes a modern style 45′ x 22′ pool and 14 jet negative edge spa. Other details include: •Pool plaster in mini pebble tropics blue with abalone shells, •Azure Interlocking OCN-AZURE IS12 glass tile, •20′ x 30′ outdoor living area cabana with T&G engineered cedar stained ceiling, and stone fireplace •Outdoor kitchen with polished concrete countertops, smooth stucco with ledger stone veneer on bar island •Outdoor Kitchen equipment: Twin Eagles – BBQ, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Kegerator, Sink •Custom gas firepit and sitting area •Ledger stone columns with water fire features by grand effects, and color concrete decks with sand finish, precast coping, caps and borders by Pacific Stone Design •Custom putting green •Custom LED lighting under wall caps and polished counter tops

The homeowner wanted a lower level to entertain in, where guest could watch football or movies comfortably. With large football player sons it had to be tough and beautiful, By paying attention to the content of fabrics, and using leathers ( the ottoman is silver pleather, the sofa is a grey-taupe leather) and applying stain repellents the room has already survived many football games and ruckus week ends.

Avesha Michael
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and gray floor enclosed kitchen photo in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and white countertops

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Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in Los Angeles

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Challenge: Maximize impact and usability in a compact space Solved: Whether it’s the custom Cerulean-, Prussian- and Cobalt-blue tile feature or the pool’s unique 4-inch-thick acrylic end-wall that provides a full underwater panorama of the pool for those sitting in the fire pit—every detail is meticulously orchestrated, every functional element masterfully arranged. The smartphone-controlled pergola louvers, accent lighting, and spare, strategic plantings make this backyard magazine photo-feature worthy. The whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts.

Challenge: Maximize impact and usability in a compact space Solved: Whether it’s the custom Cerulean-, Prussian- and Cobalt-blue tile feature or the pool’s unique 4-inch-thick acrylic end-wall that provides a full underwater panorama of the pool for those sitting in the fire pit—every detail is meticulously orchestrated, every functional element masterfully arranged. The smartphone-controlled pergola louvers, accent lighting, and spare, strategic plantings make this backyard magazine photo-feature worthy. The whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts.

This is the finished product of our design that includes a modern style 45′ x 22′ pool and 14 jet negative edge spa. Other details include: •Pool plaster in mini pebble tropics blue with abalone shells, •Azure Interlocking OCN-AZURE IS12 glass tile, •20′ x 30′ outdoor living area cabana with T&G engineered cedar stained ceiling, and stone fireplace •Outdoor kitchen with polished concrete countertops, smooth stucco with ledger stone veneer on bar island •Outdoor Kitchen equipment: Twin Eagles - BBQ, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Kegerator, Sink •Custom gas firepit and sitting area •Ledger stone columns with water fire features by grand effects, and color concrete decks with sand finish, precast coping, caps and borders by Pacific Stone Design •Custom putting green •Custom LED lighting under wall caps and polished counter tops

Rodwin Architecture and Skycastle Homes Location: Boulder, CO, United States This LEED Platinum certified modern farmhouse is our first “regenerative home,” producing more energy than it consumes. This 3,900 s.f. custom home uses passive solar design, 10.2kW of solar photovoltaics, a ground source heat pump, double wall well-insulated exterior envelope, high performance doors and windows, to achieve a HERS negative 8 rating and Energy Star v.3.0 certification. The interior has low-VOC finishes and custom built-in FSC-certified wood and beetle kill pine cabinets throughout. The site is designed to be very low water use, incorporating permaculture and urban farming, with raised planting beds and a passive solar chicken coop/greenhouse. What makes this project special is its combination of extraordinary sustainability with conventionally attractive, cost-effective design tailored to the owner’s needs.

Rodwin Architecture and Skycastle Homes Location: Boulder, CO, United States This LEED Platinum certified modern farmhouse is our first “regenerative home,” producing more energy than it consumes. This 3,900 s.f. custom home uses passive solar design, 10.2kW of solar photovoltaics, a ground source heat pump, double wall well-insulated exterior envelope, high performance doors and windows, to achieve a HERS negative 8 rating and Energy Star v.3.0 certification. The interior has low-VOC finishes and custom built-in FSC-certified wood and beetle kill pine cabinets throughout. The site is designed to be very low water use, incorporating permaculture and urban farming, with raised planting beds and a passive solar chicken coop/greenhouse. What makes this project special is its combination of extraordinary sustainability with conventionally attractive, cost-effective design tailored to the owner’s needs.

Rodwin Architecture and Skycastle Homes Location: Boulder, CO, United States This LEED Platinum certified modern farmhouse is our first “regenerative home,” producing more energy than it consumes. This 3,900 s.f. custom home uses passive solar design, 10.2kW of solar photovoltaics, a ground source heat pump, double wall well-insulated exterior envelope, high performance doors and windows, to achieve a HERS negative 8 rating and Energy Star v.3.0 certification. The interior has low-VOC finishes and custom built-in FSC-certified wood and beetle kill pine cabinets throughout. The site is designed to be very low water use, incorporating permaculture and urban farming, with raised planting beds and a passive solar chicken coop/greenhouse. What makes this project special is its combination of extraordinary sustainability with conventionally attractive, cost-effective design tailored to the owner’s needs.