Multi level rear addition designed & built to expand kitchen , mudroom & sunroom We have built a mudroom and laundry room few steps off the new kitchen area, given her a much-needed locker style space and tile floor full laundry room. A back door allowing kids to play in backyard and come in through the mudroom.

Multi level rear addition designed & built to expand kitchen , mudroom & sunroom We have built a mudroom and laundry room few steps off the new kitchen area, given her a much-needed locker style space and tile floor full laundry room. A back door allowing kids to play in backyard and come in through the mudroom.

Multi level rear addition designed & built to expand kitchen , mudroom & sunroom We have built a mudroom and laundry room few steps off the new kitchen area, given her a much-needed locker style space and tile floor full laundry room. A back door allowing kids to play in backyard and come in through the mudroom.

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in DC Metro

When my client had to move from her company office to work at home, she set up in the dining room. Despite her best efforts, this was not the long-term solution she was looking for. My client realized she needed a dedicated space not on the main floor of the home. On one hand, having your office space right next to the kitchen is handy. On the other hand, it made separating work and home life was not that easy. The house was a ranch. In essence, the basement would run entire length of the home. As we came down the steps, we entered a time capsule. The house was built in the 1950’s. The walls were covered with original knotty pine paneling. There was a wood burning fireplace and considering this was a basement, high ceilings. In addition, there was everything her family could not store at their own homes. As we wound though the space, I though “wow this has potential”, Eventually, after walking through the laundry room we came to a small nicely lit room. This would be the office. My client looked at me and asked what I thought. Undoubtedly, I said, this can be a great workspace, but do you really want to walk through this basement and laundry to get here? Without reservation, my client said where do we start? Once the design was in place, we started the renovation. The knotty pine paneling had to go. Specifically, to add some insulation and control the dampness and humidity. The laundry room wall was relocated to create a hallway to the office. At the far end of the room, we designated a workout zone. Weights, mats, exercise bike and television are at the ready for morning or afternoon workouts. The space can be concealed by a folding screen for party time. Doors to an old closet under the stairs were relocated to the workout area for hidden storage. Now we had nice wall for a beautiful console and mirror for storage and serving during parties. In order to add architectural details, we covered the old ugly support columns with simple recessed millwork panels. This detail created a visual division between the bar area and the seating area in front of the fireplace. The old red brick on the fireplace surround was replaced with stack stone. A mantle was made from reclaimed wood. Additional reclaimed wood floating shelves left and right of the fireplace provides decorative display while maintaining a rustic element balancing the copper end table and leather swivel rocker. We found an amazing rug which tied all of the colors together further defining the gathering space. Russet and burnt orange became the accent color unifying each space. With a bit of whimsy, a rather unusual light fixture which looks like roots from a tree growing through the ceiling is a conversation piece. The office space is quite and removed from the main part of the basement. There is a desk large enough for multiple screens, a small bookcase holding office supplies and a comfortable chair for conference calls. Because working from home requires many online meetings, we added a shiplap wall painted in Hale Navy to contrast with the orange fabric on the chair. We finished the décor with a painting from my client’s father. This is the background online visitors will see. The last and best part of the renovation is the beautiful bar. My client is an avid collector of wine. She already had the EuroCave refrigerator, so I incorporated it into the design. The cabinets are painted Temptation Grey from Benjamin Moore. The counter tops are my favorite hard working quartzite Brown Fantasy. The backsplash is a combination of rustic wood and old tin ceiling like porcelain tiles. Together with the textures of the reclaimed wood and hide poofs balanced against the smooth finish of the cabinets, we created a comfortable luxury for relaxing. There is ample storage for bottles, cans, glasses, and anything else you can think of for a great party. In addition to the wine storage, we incorporated a beverage refrigerator, an ice maker, and a sink. Floating shelves with integrated lighting illuminate the back bar. The raised height of the front bar provides the perfect wine tasting and paring spot. I especially love the pendant lights which look like wine glasses. Finally, I selected carpet for the stairs and office. It is perfect for noise reduction. Meanwhile for the overall flooring, I specifically selected a high-performance vinyl plank floor. We often use this product as it is perfect to install on a concrete floor. It is soft to walk on, easy to clean and does not reduce the overall height of the space.

Marcel Page Photography
Inspiration for a coastal open concept living room remodel in Milwaukee

Addition with added bathroom, bedroom, and rooftop deck. Renovation of the the 1st and 2nd floor.
Hallway - mid-sized traditional hallway idea in Portland Maine

Inspiration for a large timeless formal and open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Minneapolis with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a tv stand

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Designer: Ben Nelson | Furnishings: Martha O'Hara Interiors | Photography: Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped carpeted seated home bar remodel in Minneapolis with white walls, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets and solid surface countertops

Multi level rear addition designed & built to expand kitchen , mudroom & sunroom We have built a mudroom and laundry room few steps off the new kitchen area, given her a much-needed locker style space and tile floor full laundry room. A back door allowing kids to play in backyard and come in through the mudroom.

Transitional kitchen photo in DC Metro

Needing more space for their growing family, these young homeowners approached us to help them create an updated, larger home from their existing 1953 split-level. On the first floor, walls were removed to create an open concept kitchen and living room. A new dining room addition was constructed in the back, as well as a new tandem 2-car garage. A new second floor addition was created to include 2 bedrooms, a hall bathroom, a master bedroom suite, and a laundry room. On the exterior, a completely new, refreshed and updated look was achieved through the use of new siding, windows and roofing. By more than doubling the size of the existing home, the family is now ready to enjoy all of the space that they need.

Needing more space for their growing family, these young homeowners approached us to help them create an updated, larger home from their existing 1953 split-level. A new second floor addition was created to include this beautiful and spacious master bedroom suite.

Patsy McEnroe
1960s beige split-level concrete fiberboard exterior home photo in Chicago with a shed roof

The expanded lower level features a mahogany and stone wine cellar and adjacent sitting room, a fully equipped home gym and a new one-car garage. © Bob Narod Photography and BOWA

Modern family loft renovation. A young couple starting a family in the city purchased this two story loft in Boston's South End. Built in the 1990's, the loft was ready for updates. ZED transformed the space, creating a fresh new look and greatly increasing its functionality to accommodate an expanding family within an urban setting. Improvement were made to the aesthetics, scale, and functionality for the growing family to enjoy. Photos by Eric Roth. Construction by Ralph S. Osmond Company. Green architecture by ZeroEnergy Design.

Living room - large traditional formal and open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room idea in Minneapolis with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a tv stand

2nd Level Master Suite Addition in Edison, NJ.
Large trendy home design photo in New York

An exterior view of the master suite addition. As you can see the addition blends nicely with the existing traditional split-level home. All photography in this album by Waves End Services, LLC. Architect: 308 llc, Colorado Springs, CO