This master bathroom was once shouting with coral wallpaper, harsh gold accents and an over sized, unused tub. Our client wanted to escape to their master bathroom and feel as if they were in a spa atmosphere. We were able to show our client’s 3D concept renderings to communicate our overall master bathroom design. Using a marble curved basket weave mosaic tile on the floor with a black granite outline and Carrara baseboard, this stunning design began to take place. We selected a solid white, gloss tile for the shower walls so that our tile accent would be the shower focal point. The shower features a curbless entry, linear drain and seamless glass design for the most luxurious shower experience. Since our client had two beautiful chandeliers from her late mother’s home, we incorporated the fixtures into the lighting plan for a touch of sentimental glam. Custom designed vanity cabinets along with a vessel sink and waterfall edge countertop provided a useful yet beautiful accent to this bathroom. Stunning black sconces offer a softer lighting option that is incorporated with new can lights overhead. The finishing touch on this beautiful master bathroom is the custom designed valances above the windows that offer a sleek black accent with a subtle floral print. This beautiful master bathroom was photographed by Michael Hunter Photography.

This kitchen remodel started with the homeowner’s wish to have a large window to overlook a beautiful backyard and pond. The updated space features an earth-tone palette that echoes the natural tones now visible from the large window over the sink. The updated floor plan offers ample space for multiple cooks as well as guest thanks to both an island and a peninsula with seating. Finish selections include professional grade appliances, custom Candlelight Cabinetry in Designer White and Rustic Hickory and Cambria quartz countertops in Everest.

When the developer found this brownstone on the Upper Westside he immediately researched and found its potential for expansion. We were hired to maximize the existing brownstone and turn it from its current existence as 5 individual apartments into a large luxury single family home. The existing building was extended 16 feet into the rear yard and a new sixth story was added along with an occupied roof. The project was not a complete gut renovation, the character of the parlor floor was maintained, along with the original front facade, windows, shutters, and fireplaces throughout. A new solid oak stair was built from the garden floor to the roof in conjunction with a small supplemental passenger elevator directly adjacent to the staircase. The new brick rear facade features oversized windows; one special aspect of which is the folding window wall at the ground level that can be completely opened to the garden. The goal to keep the original character of the brownstone yet to update it with modern touches can be seen throughout the house. The large kitchen has Italian lacquer cabinetry with walnut and glass accents, white quartz counters and backsplash and a Calcutta gold arabesque mosaic accent wall. On the parlor floor a custom wetbar, large closet and powder room are housed in a new floor to ceiling wood paneled core. The master bathroom contains a large freestanding tub, a glass enclosed white marbled steam shower, and grey wood vanities accented by a white marble floral mosaic. The new forth floor front room is highlighted by a unique sloped skylight that offers wide skyline views. The house is topped off with a glass stair enclosure that contains an integrated window seat offering views of the roof and an intimate space to relax in the sun.

This completely new bathroom offers a fresh, contemporary, and luxurious experience. The design seamlessly blends natural warmth with sleek modern elements, highlighted by custom butcher block shelving that provides both storage and a touch of organic charm. The expansive feel is enhanced by large-format tiles on the floor, walls, and inside the spacious shower, creating a cohesive and sophisticated backdrop. A frameless glass shower enclosure contributes to the open and airy ambiance, allowing the beautiful tile work to shine. Complementing the overall design is a new vanity, offering ample storage and a clean aesthetic. Thoughtful new lighting throughout illuminates the space, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. This bathroom is a true oasis, combining functionality with high-end design for a serene and updated retreat.

This immaculately maintained contemporary Mediterranean style home is located in the quiet & coveted neighborhood of Lake Encino. Enter the home through a spacious & welcoming foyer leading to an oversized formal living & family rooms both w/ very high ceilings. This one story home (except for upstairs recreation room) makes for an ideal floorplan that is light & bright, offering 5 bedrooms & 4.5 baths. The stylishly updated kitchen (w/ walk-in wine cellar) & breakfast room leads to both the formal dining room & family room w/ wet bar. The home's indoor/outdoor flow is great for entertaining as it opens nicely to the extensively well manicured yard. The sun filled backyard has a beautiful pool, spa, patio w/ fire-pit & numerous fruit trees. The spacious 3 car attached garage has internal access to the home. Additionally, the property has the use of 2 private lighted tennis courts. This pride of ownership home is a rare offering & available for the 1st time in over 35 years. Post Rain Productions - Jeff Ong

In this kitchen, our goal was to optimize the storage and update the layout with a traditional design style. We knocked down a wall in the center of the room to open up the floor plan and give us room for an island. The Dura Supreme inset cabinetry and marble tile follow the traditional theme that is embodied throughout this downtown condo. The linen white cabinets and black hardware offer a nice contrast and updated feel. The glass shelving gives off a luxurious feel and allows our client's china collection to take center stage.

Modern Craftsman style bathroom with double vanity, tub & shower combination, linen storage, and updated functionalities that offer a gorgeous update to this 1927 home. Photos by TI Concepts Corp Designed by Tina Harvey Built by Old World Craftsmen LLC

Fabulous new West University Houston home for sale: 5918 Charlotte St, Houston, TX 77005. Brilliantly updated w/designer features, this gorgeously finished home offers a flawless floor plan. Luxurious formals, generous bedrooms, comfortable family room & great backyard! Kitchen boasts marble counter tops & back-splash, stainless appliances, custom cabinetry, wine refrigerators & functional island. Master suite hosts a walk-in closet, updated bath, custom cabinets, Caesarstone counters, soaking tub & frameless shower. For more information email Paige Martin at Paige@HoustonProperties.com or call 713-384-5177.

The YouTube real estate video of the before can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qI6qoMKWoA The You Tube real estate video of the after the update renovation can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNP0BYhq-4Q Set on a private estate sized lot and offering views to the City of Vancouver, this lovely home received an "update" renovation by McCabe Design & Interiors. New paint colours and flooring throughout, a new feature fireplace wall with custom built-ins, the removal of a few walls, increasing the ceiling height in the dining room, new lighting, the removal of a fireplace in the office, and simplifying the coffered ceilings in the kitchen and family room resulted in a more sophisticated and elegant home for the new owners. Photography: 360hometours.ca

AMS Fireplace offers a unique selection of iron crafted fireplace doors made to suit your specific needs and desires. We offer an attractive line of affordable, yet exquisitely crafted, fireplace doors that will give your ordinary fireplace door an updated look. AMS Fireplace doors are customized to fit any size fireplace opening, and specially designed to complement your space. Choose from a variety of finishes, designs, door styles, glasses, mesh covers, and handles to ensure 100% satisfaction.

AMS Fireplace offers a unique selection of iron crafted fireplace doors made to suit your specific needs and desires. We offer an attractive line of affordable, yet exquisitely crafted, fireplace doors that will give your ordinary fireplace door an updated look. AMS Fireplace doors are customized to fit any size fireplace opening, and specially designed to complement your space. Choose from a variety of finishes, designs, door styles, glasses, mesh covers, and handles to ensure 100% satisfaction.

The crisp lines and pure form of the Moon bathroom from the GBCGroup are efficient and inviting. Their modern minimalism is fresh and clean, ideal for inspiring a bright and airy bathroom. The perfectly circular mirror presents a contrast to the cubed elements of the vanity and cabinets, while the wide drawer pulls blend into the vanity seamlessly. Tall vertical cabinets and floating units create a sense of height and openness that will brighten up even small bathrooms with limited space, offering a feeling of more room and light than there really is. The simplicity of the Moon bathroom by GBCGroup is ideal for an effective bathroom design, but what about style? The Moon bathroom lets you get creative and personal with the endless combinations of modular units, certainly, but you can do more than just customize an arrangement that fits your bathroom’s dimensions. The color options for each piece are exciting and bold, whether you choose a glossy lacquer or a rich wood finish. You can choose the finish for each piece separately, so the potential to combine colors and textures (lacquers side-by-side with wood panels) for an edgy look is easy and fun. Offering all the building blocks for great design, the Moon bathroom is a bold statement waiting to happen, whether you’re planning an expansive master suite or a fresh update for a guest bath. What kind of combinations will you choose to make the Moon bathroom your own unique design statement?

Marble countertops stand out in this updated bathroom. They are durable and versatile; offering long lasting beauty for generations to come. Photo Credit: Chris Whonsetler

Today’s basements are much more than dark, dingy spaces or rec rooms of years ago. Because homeowners are spending more time in them, basements have evolved into lower-levels with distinctive spaces, complete with stone and marble fireplaces, sitting areas, coffee and wine bars, home theaters, over sized guest suites and bathrooms that rival some of the most luxurious resort accommodations. Gracing the lakeshore of Lake Beulah, this homes lower-level presents a beautiful opening to the deck and offers dynamic lake views. To take advantage of the home’s placement, the homeowner wanted to enhance the lower-level and provide a more rustic feel to match the home’s main level, while making the space more functional for boating equipment and easy access to the pier and lakefront. Jeff Auberger designed a seating area to transform into a theater room with a touch of a button. A hidden screen descends from the ceiling, offering a perfect place to relax after a day on the lake. Our team worked with a local company that supplies reclaimed barn board to add to the decor and finish off the new space. Using salvaged wood from a corn crib located in nearby Delavan, Jeff designed a charming area near the patio door that features two closets behind sliding barn doors and a bench nestled between the closets, providing an ideal spot to hang wet towels and store flip flops after a day of boating. The reclaimed barn board was also incorporated into built-in shelving alongside the fireplace and an accent wall in the updated kitchenette. Lastly the children in this home are fans of the Harry Potter book series, so naturally, there was a Harry Potter themed cupboard under the stairs created. This cozy reading nook features Hogwartz banners and wizarding wands that would amaze any fan of the book series.

This 1960s split-level home desperately needed a change - not bigger space, just better. We removed the walls between the kitchen, living, and dining rooms to create a large open concept space that still allows a clear definition of space, while offering sight lines between spaces and functions. Homeowners preferred an open U-shape kitchen rather than an island to keep kids out of the cooking area during meal-prep, while offering easy access to the refrigerator and pantry. Green glass tile, granite countertops, shaker cabinets, and rustic reclaimed wood accents highlight the unique character of the home and family. The mix of farmhouse, contemporary and industrial styles make this house their ideal home. Outside, new lap siding with white trim, and an accent of shake shingles under the gable. The new red door provides a much needed pop of color. Landscaping was updated with a new brick paver and stone front stoop, walk, and landscaping wall. Project Photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

From Mid-Century Classic to the Present An iconic design updated with comfort, function, and flow for today. A Remodel That Balances Past and Present What started as a desire to update a classic Eichler soon became an exploration of how Mid-Century Modern design can successfully evolve for today. The client, a tech professional with a passion for scuba diving and underwater photography, wanted a home that would both honor its original character and feel tailored to his daily life. A lifelong technology enthusiast, he still owns the very first Mac desktop he saved up for as a teenager working at Radio Shack, a detail that underscores his appreciation for design that melds function and form. Honoring Separation While Expanding Possibility Unlike many contemporary remodels where walls are opened up to create expansive living spaces, this project took a more restrained approach. The client valued the defined rooms of the original plan and wanted to preserve as much wall space as possible for displaying his large-format underwater photography. The emphasis was not on dramatic spatial reinvention, but on thoughtful refinements. Klopf Architecture shaped a gallery-like backdrop while also expanding the primary suite, modernizing materials and fixtures throughout the home, and improving the functionality and layout of the kitchen. The finished home feels at once timeless and renewed, an Eichler that continues to inspire while fully supporting the lifestyle of its present-day owner. A major turning point came mid-design. The original project brief had not included an addition, but as the reconfiguration of the primary bedroom and bath unfolded, it became clear that an expansion was the best approach to achieve the client’s vision of a more spacious suite. Fortunately, the adjustment came at a stage when revisions were still manageable and was integrated seamlessly, showing how thoughtful course corrections can strengthen a project rather than hinder it. Navigating Challenges With Precision The design development included multiple conceptual rounds, balancing preservation with subtle expansion. During construction, an existing post previously thought to be load-bearing turned out not to be. The structural engineer was able to pivot quickly, and both the post and the cross beam that had been intended to replace it could be omitted, allowing the original rhythm of the Eichler beam bays to be preserved. Sustainability was not just a checklist item, but a way to align the home with the client’s values of simplicity, efficiency, and long-term functionality. R-38 roof insulation reduced energy usage, solar panels with battery storage provided independence and resilience, and passive comfort strategies eliminated the need forenergy-intensive air conditioning. An electric vehicle charger and an on-demand hot water recirculation system (with call buttons as opposed to having constant circulation) add to the home’s long-term efficiency factors. Together, these moves created a home that is quieter, more comfortable, and better equipped for the future, qualities that supported the client’s pragmatic approach to design and living lightly. Details That Respect the Eichler DNA The remodel carries forward the Eichler’s original spirit while introducing new layers of modern livability. Originally, the house was approached along a deep, narrow walk, with the garage on one side and the house on the other, leaving the front door tucked far back within this chasm-like space. By pulling the entry forward, the design reshaped the arrival experience, creating a clearer threshold and a natural drop-off zone for bags, shoes, and keys. This shift also made room for a custom bench at the entry that extends seamlessly through the glass sidelight. The bench and drop-off zone now work together as a single, integrated sequence that supports everyday living while offering a tactile reminder of Eichler’s philosophy of connectedness. At the client’s request, Klopf reintroduced a classic Eichler gesture by extending the exterior siding into the entry and living room. The detail reinforces a sense of indoor/outdoor continuity while providing a subtle architectural surface that allows the client’s photography to take visual precedence. The signature concrete masonry wall at the front was reconstructed using blocks sourced to match the originals, now strengthened with rebar for seismic resilience while maintaining a private outdoor courtyard, visually extending the kitchen outward. A decorative trellis element, a detail borrowed from a neighboring Eichler, restores a familiar mid-century modern architectural motif. At the courtyard entry door, a custom etched glass sidelight with an ocean-themed design featuring kelp and jellyfish serves as a subtle homage to the client’s passion for deep-sea diving. Landscaping became an integral part of the overall transformation. The homeowner engaged landscape architect Randi Johnsen of Third Nature Studio to shape a series of calm, inviting outdoor rooms that read as a natural extension of the interiors. While technically outside of the core construction scope, the landscape design proved central to achieving a sense of completeness and connectedness across the property. Such whole-property considerations often emerge as design ideas take shape, underscoring the importance of flexibility in planning and budgeting, as well as close collaboration among the design team starting early in the process. The Value of Evolving Scope As with many custom residential projects, the scope evolved during the design process. What began as a targeted remodel grew to include a new/expanded primary suite, a rebuilt CMU patio wall for strength and longevity, and a solar panel array and battery storage for energy resilience and carbon-reduction. Each thoughtful decision represented a conscious investment in the home’s performance and character, rather than a cost overrun. The result was a project delivered on schedule, tailored precisely to the client’s lifestyle, and positioned to add long-term value both functionally and aesthetically. By embracing scope evolution as an opportunity rather than a challenge, and relying on good design paired with transparent communication, this remodel demonstrates how Eichler homes can be adapted for contemporary living without erasing their DNA. Klopf Architecture project team: John Klopf, AIA, and Klara Kevane, Elise Webb and Nicholas LaNasa. Contractor: Golden Cove Construction Landscape Design: Third Nature Studio Structural Engineer: Daniel Bastiao Design Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed Year Completed: 2024 Location: Sunnyvale, CA

This client sought to update their recently purchased home in Alexandria. A gourmet kitchen that complemented the size of the home and property was a top priority. They wanted more light-filled and connected living spaces for their growing family. Updating the finishes throughout the home was also a necessity. Design challenges included an existing utility space that occupied a large portion of the kitchen footprint, making the kitchen cramped and narrow. In addition, the foyer was dark, confined and uninviting as a result of its organization and enclosed nature of the main stair. To overcome the challenges, we relocated the utilities, creating a more usable footprint for the kitchen. The aging furnace was replaced with a high efficiency furnace located in a newly insulated and conditioned crawl space. A new hot water heater was placed in the finished attic, and the electrical panel was also relocated. Then, we designed a portion of the kitchen to mask the need for dropped structural headers: the refrigerator, freezer and pantry were placed under the area that necessitated a drop bulkhead, creating a sleek built-in area for the appliances. Once the utilities were moved, the kitchen could be opened up to a large family room and designed with a much-improved layout. Two new four-panel exterior doors replaced small doors at the family room to connect the main living space with the beautiful yard. In addition, white bead board was added to the family room ceiling, creating more visual continuity with the adjacent white kitchen. To transform the foyer into a grand and welcoming entry, a small amount of space was taken from a large second floor bedroom, and the entire second floor structure was supported with a series of flush beams to allow the stair to be opened and expose the rail. New glass doors to the den, relocated at an angle from the main stair provide the foyer with more natural light and a wider, more inviting path to the kitchen. In the master suite, the bedroom and bathroom entry doors were relocated to improve the room’s layout and offer more bathroom privacy and space for a walk-in closet. A room forgotten by the previous owner was turned into a family mudroom with built-ins and wainscoting to keep the family organized in style. Photography by Greg Hadley

This immaculately maintained contemporary Mediterranean style home is located in the quiet & coveted neighborhood of Lake Encino. Enter the home through a spacious & welcoming foyer leading to an oversized formal living & family rooms both w/ very high ceilings. This one story home (except for upstairs recreation room) makes for an ideal floorplan that is light & bright, offering 5 bedrooms & 4.5 baths. The stylishly updated kitchen (w/ walk-in wine cellar) & breakfast room leads to both the formal dining room & family room w/ wet bar. The home's indoor/outdoor flow is great for entertaining as it opens nicely to the extensively well manicured yard. The sun filled backyard has a beautiful pool, spa, patio w/ fire-pit & numerous fruit trees. The spacious 3 car attached garage has internal access to the home. Additionally, the property has the use of 2 private lighted tennis courts. This pride of ownership home is a rare offering & available for the 1st time in over 35 years. Post Rain Productions - Jeff Ong

We transformed a small, outdated space into a modern, functional retreat for our recent bathroom remodeling project. This comprehensive renovation began with a complete demolition, taking the bathroom down to the studs. We removed all existing fixtures, walls, flooring, and old plumbing, creating a blank canvas for our vision. First, we addressed the plumbing. The old, corroded pipes were replaced with new, durable materials, ensuring reliable water flow and pressure for years to come. We installed new supply lines and drainage to accommodate the new fixtures, including the vanity and shower. Next, we updated the electrical system. The outdated wiring was replaced with new, up-to-code electrical work. We installed new outlets, switches, and light fixtures, providing ample lighting for the space. An exhaust fan was also installed to improve ventilation and prevent moisture buildup, essential for maintaining the bathroom's longevity and hygiene. We then focused on HVAC improvements, adding a new duct and vent system to ensure proper heating and cooling. This upgrade enhances comfort and contributes to better air quality and energy efficiency. For the flooring, we chose ceramic tiles with a wood plank look. These tiles offer the warmth and elegance of wood while providing the durability and water resistance of ceramic. The flooring was meticulously installed, creating a seamless and visually appealing surface. The centerpiece of the remodel is the stock single-sink vanity. This stylish yet practical addition provides ample storage and counter space, making daily routines more convenient. Above the vanity, we installed a sleek mirror that adds both functionality and a touch of sophistication. The shower area received a complete makeover with new tiles and an adjustable rain shower head. The tile work extends from floor to ceiling, creating a cohesive and luxurious feel. The adjustable rain shower head offers a customizable bathing experience, combining both style and comfort. This small bathroom remodel exemplifies our commitment to quality and attention to detail. By starting from the studs and rebuilding with modern, high-quality materials, we've created a space that is beautiful and built to last. Our client now enjoys a stylish, functional bathroom that meets their needs and enhances their home's value.