Working from the existing home’s deficits, we designed a bright and classic home well-suited to today’s living. Instead of a dark tunnel-like entry, we have a skylight custom curving stair that no one can believe is not original. Instead of a maze of rooms to reach the gorgeous park-like backyard, we have a clear central axis, allowing a sightline right through from the top of the stairs. Instead of three bedrooms scattered all over the house, we have zoned them to the second floor, each well-proportioned with a true master suite. Painted wood paneling, face-frame cabinets, box-beam beilings and Calacatta counters express the classic grandeur of the home.

Susan Googe
Inspiration for a large transitional master white tile and stone tile marble floor corner shower remodel in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, a hot tub, a two-piece toilet and gray walls

Urban cabin lifestyle. It will be compact, light-filled, clever, practical, simple, sustainable, and a dream to live in. It will have a well designed floor plan and beautiful details to create everyday astonishment. Life in the city can be both fulfilling and delightful.

This mid-century modern powder room with odd angles got some personal style with a geometric wallpaper and fun accessories. We mixed metals to create interest.

From cut up and cut off to open, functional, and beautiful. Another complete kitchen gut by Hatfield Builders & Remodelers. This kitchen was cut off from the dining room by a wall and had an odd angled wall that forced the kitchen into an awkward shape. The awkward wall was removed and a new large opening was created to the dining room and front living area. This creates a dramatic view of the kitchen as you enter the home. The large eat in island provides great prep area. Floorplan design by Chad Hatfield, CR, CKBR. Interior Design by Lindy Jo Crutchfield, Allied ASID, our on staff designer. Photography by Lauren Brown of Versatile Imaging.

Located in Menlo Park, California, this 3,000 sf. remodel was carefully crafted to generate excitement and make maximum use of the owner’s strict budget and comply with the city’s stringent planning code. It was understood that not everything was to be redone from a prior owner’s quirky remodel which included odd inward angled walls, circular windows and cedar shingles. Remedial work to remove and prevent dry rot ate into the budget as well. Studied alterations to the exterior include a new trellis over the garage door, pushing the entry out to create a new soaring stair hall and stripping the exterior down to simplify its appearance. The new steel entry stair leads to a floating bookcase that pivots to the family room. For budget reasons, it was decided to keep the existing cedar shingles. Upstairs, a large oak multi-level staircase was replaced with the new simple run of stairs. The impact of angled bedroom walls and circular window in the bathroom were calmed with new clean white walls and tile. Photo Credit: John Sutton Photography.

Elevated Focus
Closet - coastal closet idea in San Diego

This growing family of six was struggling with a dysfunctional kitchen design. The center island had been installed at an odd angle that limited accessibility and traffic flow. Additionally, storage space was limited by poor cabinet design. Finally, doorways in and out of the kitchen were narrow and poorly located, especially for children dashing in and out. Other design challenges included how to better use a 10’ x 12’ room for children’s jackets and toys and how to add a professional-quality gas range in a neighborhood were natural gas wasn’t available. The new design would address all of these issues. DESIGN SOLUTIONS The new kitchen design revolves around a more proportional island. Carefully placed in the center of the new space with seating for four, it includes a prep sink, a second dishwasher and a beverage center. The distressed ebony-stained island and hutch provides a brilliant contrast between the white color cabinetry. White Carrera marble countertops and backsplash top both island and perimeter cabinets. Tall, double stacked cabinetry lines two walls to maximize storage space. Across the room there was an unused wall that now contains a 36” tower fridge and freezer, both covered with matching panels, and a tall cabinet that contains a microwave, steam unit and warming drawer. A propane tank was buried in the back yard to provide gas to a new 60” professional range and cooktop. A custom-made wood mantel hood blends perfectly with the cabinet style. The old laundry room was reconfigured to have lots of locker space for all kids and added cabinetry for storage. A double entry door separated the new mudroom from the rest of the back hall. In the back hall the back windows were replaced with a set of French door and added decking to create a direct access to deck and backyard. The end result is an open floor plan, high-end appliances, great traffic flow and pleasing colors. The homeowner calls it the “kitchen of her dreams.”

Bruce Damonte
Mid-sized minimalist front door photo in San Francisco with white walls and a glass front door

This master suite truly embodies the essence of “Suite Sophistication”. Each detail was designed to highlight the refined aesthetic of this room. The gray toned color scheme created an atmosphere of sophistication, highlighted by touches of lavender and deep purples for rich notes. We surrounded the room in exquisite custom millwork on each wall, adding texture and elegance. Above the bed we created millwork that would exactly feature the curves of the headboard. Topped with custom bedding and pillows the bed perfectly reflects both the warm and cool tones of the room. As the eye moves to the corner, it holds alluring lush seating for our clients to lounge in after a long day, beset by two impeccable gold and beaded chandeliers. From this bedroom our client may slide their detailed pocket doors, decorated with Victorian style windowpanes, and be transported into their own dream closet. We left no detail untouched, creating space in lighted cabinets for his & her wardrobes, including custom fitted spaces for all shoes and accessories. Embellished with our own design accessories such as grand glass perfume bottles and jewelry displays, we left these clients wanting for nothing. This picturesque master bedroom and closet work in harmony to provide our clients with the perfect space to start and end their days in a picture of true sophistication. Custom designed by Hartley and Hill Design. All materials and furnishings in this space are available through Hartley and Hill Design. www.hartleyandhilldesign.com 888-639-0639

Located in Menlo Park, California, this 3,000 sf. remodel was carefully crafted to generate excitement and make maximum use of the owner’s strict budget and comply with the city’s stringent planning code. It was understood that not everything was to be redone from a prior owner’s quirky remodel which included odd inward angled walls, circular windows and cedar shingles. Remedial work to remove and prevent dry rot ate into the budget as well. Studied alterations to the exterior include a new trellis over the garage door, pushing the entry out to create a new soaring stair hall and stripping the exterior down to simplify its appearance. The new steel entry stair leads to a floating bookcase that pivots to the family room. For budget reasons, it was decided to keep the existing cedar shingles. Upstairs, a large oak multi-level staircase was replaced with the new simple run of stairs. The impact of angled bedroom walls and circular window in the bathroom were calmed with new clean white walls and tile. Photo Credit: John Sutton Photography.

Alcove shower - mid-sized transitional 3/4 white tile and subway tile marble floor alcove shower idea in Louisville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops

Here at Cano Eixo Cosntruction, Inc. we were excited to Remodel this Loft and work aside with artist Sharon Costello to bring this Kids Loft Room to life!

Cavernous and angular, this study has odd angles, offset windows, and various wall heights that presented a challenge. Custom designed shelving surrounds the windows, maximizes knee wall space and takes advantage of the height of the room. Window seating and abundant storage make this a warm, inviting, and functional study.

A classic white kitchen for a home with both canyon and ocean views. To make the most of the views, the house was framed with some odd angles and flared corners. The kitchen window sits on one of these walls -- we allowed the cabinets to follow the angle and simply lopped the corner off the island for clearance (using a triangle cabinet). This is one of the joys of using Wood-Mode's fully custom cabinets. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Brookhaven's Winfield

We used standard base cabinets and modified the box shape to perfectly fit in the odd angles by the windows. Varying heights of upper cabinets along with tastefully placed glass fronts break up what could have been a row on monotony.

The homeowner wanted a small landing and staircase for his patio entry door, a sliding door with only one side that opened. He wanted something aesthetically pleasing but it couldn't take up too much room. By utilizing the space between the door and where the fireplace juts out we were able to construct a landing large enough for a comfortable entry/exit but it wouldn't take over the patio space. Angling the steps to converge in to each other offered an aesthetic solution to the odd angles created by the landing, and made it feel like the deck truly belonged there.

Before: The multi-angled bar created a clunky division that formed oddly-angled spaces in the basement. Instead of feeling social and open, it left the space segmented and closed in.

There we go! Buyers can come. The flat is situated in the most desired area of the City. Look at that view - it is a National Theatre called A Golden Chapel. The owner agreed with the window frame repairs. AFTER photos made by Jiří Vávra.