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Tropical islands are the focal point for the design build of the acreage behind this stunning, Mediterranean-style home. The hardscape features a three level pool, including a toddler pool and a wading pool. Starting at the reef, there are three leaf petal loungers which allow you to recline in four to six inches of water at your feet. Limestone holy boulders are placed strategically along the edge for a natural element. A beautiful blend of earthy colors within the flagstone create a natural and rustic pool deck. All of the steps and bench seating inside the pool are also made of flagstone (custom fabricated flagstone coping for this project was completed on site). The toddler pool features fiber optic lighting which was installed at the bottom of the pool in the gunnite shell to create the reflection of a starry, celestial sky (fiber optic lighting can be used to create any number of shapes or constellations). An infinity edge crashes over beautiful stone and tile work, falling into a wading pool below. Another special feature is a water feature of riverstone cobbles sitting below dancing flames. Large stepping stones alongside this feature lead you to a lounge pool deck creating the feeling of an island retreat. Limestone slabs were used for a path of steps that take you through the landscaping back to the main house. A gazebo was added to hold an outdoor kitchen, an outdoor shower and a pool house with restrooms. All of the outdoor features are automated, allowing you to operate water temperature, fire features, water features, even the music and lighting from your smartphone.

High-performance modern/contemporary steel garage doors engineered for resellers and installers focused on clean lines, reliable operation, and fewer service calls—ideal for new builds and modern renovations from China CHI Hardware, the World-class garage door manufacturer.
MAs a China supplier with integrated production and wholesale garage door, our best-performance lineup is engineered for resellers and installers who need smooth travel, stable panels, and fewer service calls. Select flush or minimalist grooves, optional insulation and upgraded seals, reinforced sections for larger widths, and durable finishes for harsh climates. With consistent fitment, clear hardware matching, and batch-controlled production, you can install faster, quote confidently, and protect your reputation.
————Key Specifications————
• Styles: modern flush / minimal grooves / micro-rib (optional)
• Steel: galvanized steel skins; thickness customizable by market requirement
• Insulation: optional PU foam insulated construction
• Finish: matte/satin options; multiple standard colors + custom colors
• Hardware compatibility: standard sectional systems; quiet rollers optional
————Performance & Benefits————
• Modern flat surfaces with enhanced rigidity to resist oil-canning
• Insulation + seal options improve air tightness and reduce noise
• Precise track/hardware fit helps smooth, quiet travel
————CHI Manufacturing & Process Strength————
• Controlled roll forming and panel straightness management
• Foaming process with stable density control (for insulated models)
• Quality checks focused on flatness, squareness, and coating consistency
————Contact Us————
China Chi Hardware Co.,Ltd.
Website: https://www.chihw.com/

The master bath and kid's bathroom were the last things to change in this Lakes of Blaine 2-story with the built-in, space-robbing Jacuzzi. The owners had previously updated the kitchen and expanded the footprint of the home with an addition for office and other uses.
Now it was time to complete the decades-long renovation and modernize the bathrooms. Getting rid of the Jacuzzi was at the top of the list, followed by a complete redesign of how the rest of the space operates.
That included whether to keep the single sink in the Master or give up some counter space and go for the dual sink, which is the more traditional approach. They opted for more sinks and mirrors. Just goes to show that every remodel is custom and totally dependent on what homeowners want to meet their lifestyle.
They liked the wood but wanted a lighter tone and anything but oak! They also wanted some amenities, such as heated floors in the master. In the kid's bathroom, they focused on a thematic shift in color. In both bathrooms, patterns, and textures chosen from our design center showroom were used to catch up and even surpass today’s trends.
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High-performance modern/contemporary steel garage doors engineered for resellers and installers focused on clean lines, reliable operation, and fewer service calls—ideal for new builds and modern renovations from China CHI Hardware, the World-class garage door manufacturer.
MAs a China supplier with integrated production and wholesale garage door, our best-performance lineup is engineered for resellers and installers who need smooth travel, stable panels, and fewer service calls. Select flush or minimalist grooves, optional insulation and upgraded seals, reinforced sections for larger widths, and durable finishes for harsh climates. With consistent fitment, clear hardware matching, and batch-controlled production, you can install faster, quote confidently, and protect your reputation.
————Key Specifications————
• Styles: modern flush / minimal grooves / micro-rib (optional)
• Steel: galvanized steel skins; thickness customizable by market requirement
• Insulation: optional PU foam insulated construction
• Finish: matte/satin options; multiple standard colors + custom colors
• Hardware compatibility: standard sectional systems; quiet rollers optional
————Performance & Benefits————
• Modern flat surfaces with enhanced rigidity to resist oil-canning
• Insulation + seal options improve air tightness and reduce noise
• Precise track/hardware fit helps smooth, quiet travel
————CHI Manufacturing & Process Strength————
• Controlled roll forming and panel straightness management
• Foaming process with stable density control (for insulated models)
• Quality checks focused on flatness, squareness, and coating consistency
————Contact Us————
China Chi Hardware Co.,Ltd.
Website: https://www.chihw.com/

Photo credit: Scott McDonald @ Hedrich Blessing
7RR-Ecohome:
The design objective was to build a house for a couple recently married who both had kids from previous marriages. How to bridge two families together?
The design looks forward in terms of how people live today. The home is an experiment in transparency and solid form; removing borders and edges from outside to inside the house, and to really depict “flowing and endless space”. The house floor plan is derived by pushing and pulling the house’s form to maximize the backyard and minimize the public front yard while welcoming the sun in key rooms by rotating the house 45-degrees to true north. The angular form of the house is a result of the family’s program, the zoning rules, the lot’s attributes, and the sun’s path. We wanted to construct a house that is smart and efficient in terms of construction and energy, both in terms of the building and the user. We could tell a story of how the house is built in terms of the constructability, structure and enclosure, with a nod to Japanese wood construction in the method in which the siding is installed and the exposed interior beams are placed in the double height space. We engineered the house to be smart which not only looks modern but acts modern; every aspect of user control is simplified to a digital touch button, whether lights, shades, blinds, HVAC, communication, audio, video, or security. We developed a planning module based on a 6-foot square room size and a 6-foot wide connector called an interstitial space for hallways, bathrooms, stairs and mechanical, which keeps the rooms pure and uncluttered. The house is 6,200 SF of livable space, plus garage and basement gallery for a total of 9,200 SF. A large formal foyer celebrates the entry and opens up to the living, dining, kitchen and family rooms all focused on the rear garden. The east side of the second floor is the Master wing and a center bridge connects it to the kid’s wing on the west. Second floor terraces and sunscreens provide views and shade in this suburban setting. The playful mathematical grid of the house in the x, y and z axis also extends into the layout of the trees and hard-scapes, all centered on a suburban one-acre lot.
Many green attributes were designed into the home; Ipe wood sunscreens and window shades block out unwanted solar gain in summer, but allow winter sun in. Patio door and operable windows provide ample opportunity for natural ventilation throughout the open floor plan. Minimal windows on east and west sides to reduce heat loss in winter and unwanted gains in summer. Open floor plan and large window expanse reduces lighting demands and maximizes available daylight. Skylights provide natural light to the basement rooms. Durable, low-maintenance exterior materials include stone, ipe wood siding and decking, and concrete roof pavers. Design is based on a 2' planning grid to minimize construction waste. Basement foundation walls and slab are highly insulated. FSC-certified walnut wood flooring was used. Light colored concrete roof pavers to reduce cooling loads by as much as 15%. 2x6 framing allows for more insulation and energy savings. Super efficient windows have low-E argon gas filled units, and thermally insulated aluminum frames. Permeable brick and stone pavers reduce the site’s storm-water runoff. Countertops use recycled composite materials. Energy-Star rated furnaces and smart thermostats are located throughout the house to minimize duct runs and avoid energy loss. Energy-Star rated boiler that heats up both radiant floors and domestic hot water. Low-flow toilets and plumbing fixtures are used to conserve water usage. No VOC finish options and direct venting fireplaces maintain a high interior air quality. Smart home system controls lighting, HVAC, and shades to better manage energy use. Plumbing runs through interior walls reducing possibilities of heat loss and freezing problems. A large food pantry was placed next to kitchen to reduce trips to the grocery store. Home office reduces need for automobile transit and associated CO2 footprint. Plan allows for aging in place, with guest suite than can become the master suite, with no need to move as family members mature.

Sun Control of Minnesota is a family owned and operated business that offers Professional Window Tinting Services. We first started out in one office with two part time installers, and we have now grown our business with over 15 employees badge-1980and four different locations in the metro area. We continue to expand our relationships with customers, as well as our service and quality of work.
We offer a complete line of Window Tinting services for Automotive, Commercial, Residential, & Marine applications. Our products include Decorative Frost Films, for glass enhancement; Safety/ Security Films, for Anti-Theft and Blast Protection; and 3M Paint Protection Film, for Automotive Rock Chip Prevention.
We focus on helping our customers reduce damaging UV rays, excessive solar heat gain, and glare from their interior spaces. UV rays, solar heat, and visible light are the main contributors to fading concerns in homes. Window Film reduces these elements to provide a beautiful view without having to close out the natural sunlight with a shade or blind. We provide the quality that competitors can’t even touch.
Our Mission is to Provide the Highest Quality Service, Products, and Installation in the Solar Energy Control Tint & Glass Film industry.

Sun Control of Minnesota is a family owned and operated business that offers Professional Window Tinting Services. We first started out in one office with two part time installers, and we have now grown our business with over 15 employees badge-1980and four different locations in the metro area. We continue to expand our relationships with customers, as well as our service and quality of work.
We offer a complete line of Window Tinting services for Automotive, Commercial, Residential, & Marine applications. Our products include Decorative Frost Films, for glass enhancement; Safety/ Security Films, for Anti-Theft and Blast Protection; and 3M Paint Protection Film, for Automotive Rock Chip Prevention.
We focus on helping our customers reduce damaging UV rays, excessive solar heat gain, and glare from their interior spaces. UV rays, solar heat, and visible light are the main contributors to fading concerns in homes. Window Film reduces these elements to provide a beautiful view without having to close out the natural sunlight with a shade or blind. We provide the quality that competitors can’t even touch.
Our Mission is to Provide the Highest Quality Service, Products, and Installation in the Solar Energy Control Tint & Glass Film industry.

Sun Control of Minnesota is a family owned and operated business that offers Professional Window Tinting Services. We first started out in one office with two part time installers, and we have now grown our business with over 15 employees badge-1980and four different locations in the metro area. We continue to expand our relationships with customers, as well as our service and quality of work.
We offer a complete line of Window Tinting services for Automotive, Commercial, Residential, & Marine applications. Our products include Decorative Frost Films, for glass enhancement; Safety/ Security Films, for Anti-Theft and Blast Protection; and 3M Paint Protection Film, for Automotive Rock Chip Prevention.
We focus on helping our customers reduce damaging UV rays, excessive solar heat gain, and glare from their interior spaces. UV rays, solar heat, and visible light are the main contributors to fading concerns in homes. Window Film reduces these elements to provide a beautiful view without having to close out the natural sunlight with a shade or blind. We provide the quality that competitors can’t even touch.
Our Mission is to Provide the Highest Quality Service, Products, and Installation in the Solar Energy Control Tint & Glass Film industry.

Sun Control of Minnesota is a family owned and operated business that offers Professional Window Tinting Services. We first started out in one office with two part time installers, and we have now grown our business with over 15 employees badge-1980and four different locations in the metro area. We continue to expand our relationships with customers, as well as our service and quality of work.
We offer a complete line of Window Tinting services for Automotive, Commercial, Residential, & Marine applications. Our products include Decorative Frost Films, for glass enhancement; Safety/ Security Films, for Anti-Theft and Blast Protection; and 3M Paint Protection Film, for Automotive Rock Chip Prevention.
We focus on helping our customers reduce damaging UV rays, excessive solar heat gain, and glare from their interior spaces. UV rays, solar heat, and visible light are the main contributors to fading concerns in homes. Window Film reduces these elements to provide a beautiful view without having to close out the natural sunlight with a shade or blind. We provide the quality that competitors can’t even touch.
Our Mission is to Provide the Highest Quality Service, Products, and Installation in the Solar Energy Control Tint & Glass Film industry.

For all of the perimeter plantings that this garden had when we first visited the site, it felt exposed with very little privacy. The existing outdoor spaces were virtually nonexistent and hence, went unused. The stairs from the house to the garden were rickety and unattractive doing nothing but transport guests from the inside to the out. As with all of my gardens, the operative goal was Sanctuary in all of it's forms. Creating the sacred from the secular, making the cold and uncomfortable into the warm and inviting. The lot on which this garden was built is one filled with sharp angles that go unnoticed on a conscious level but come into sharp focus when all of the layers are stripped away. My first and most obvious solution was to pour custom circular pads that transport the client and her friends from area to area as if one is jumping from lily pad to lily pad. Small enough in spaces to transport a guest from area to area, large enough to hold a car, the exposed aggregate pads blend in with the multicolored Del Rio pebbles used throughout the garden. A tropical extravaganza, this garden is now the epitome of seclusion and privacy right in the middle of Venice, California.

Sun Control of Minnesota is a family owned and operated business that offers Professional Window Tinting Services. We first started out in one office with two part time installers, and we have now grown our business with over 15 employees badge-1980and four different locations in the metro area. We continue to expand our relationships with customers, as well as our service and quality of work.
We offer a complete line of Window Tinting services for Automotive, Commercial, Residential, & Marine applications. Our products include Decorative Frost Films, for glass enhancement; Safety/ Security Films, for Anti-Theft and Blast Protection; and 3M Paint Protection Film, for Automotive Rock Chip Prevention.
We focus on helping our customers reduce damaging UV rays, excessive solar heat gain, and glare from their interior spaces. UV rays, solar heat, and visible light are the main contributors to fading concerns in homes. Window Film reduces these elements to provide a beautiful view without having to close out the natural sunlight with a shade or blind. We provide the quality that competitors can’t even touch.
Our Mission is to Provide the Highest Quality Service, Products, and Installation in the Solar Energy Control Tint & Glass Film industry.

In order to keep the temperatures out while allowing the evergreen views in, Glo A5 double pane aluminum windows and doors were selected. This series has increased energy efficiency with a larger continuous thermal break, multiple air seals, low iron glass, and high-performance spacers. In order to maintain clean sight lines and cohesive design appeal, the hidden sash was selected for the windows. This gives the operable windows the appearance of fixed windows with the same coordinating slim frame. Since minimal and modern were a major focus for the home’s fenestration products, all the handles were powder-coated to match the black windows and doors throughout. In addition, the A5 windows and doors provide high value performance and long-term durability while remaining cost effective, making them one of our most popular series.

Specializing in Affordable Custom Balcony, Juliet Balcony and Full-Service Ironwork Design, Fabrication to Installation
Isaac’s Ironworks designs and fabricates various types of balconies for commercial and residential projects. Our balconies are fabricated using top grade wrought iron. Custom designs are endless from standard styles to the most ornate.
Custom metal railings are a very significant part of Isaac’s Ironworks. We have the ability to expertly fabricate and install railings for residential and commercial properties. Customization is the aspect we focus on for your particular project. Using quality products, innovative designs and our own installation will be carried out to perfection.
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C&R Carpet and Rugs is locally owned and operated it's your carpet store in Fredericksburg, VA. Is it time to update the look of your Fredericksburg home ? At C&R Carpet and Rugs store you will discover one of the largest flooring covering stores in Fredericksburg, VA. Our extensive knowledge of carpet, area rugs, Luxury vinyl, and hardwood floors product with In-house professional installers, alone with our focus on Customer Service allows us to provide the highest Quality flooring solutions available in Fredericksburg, VA Stafford, VA King George, VA Ruther Glen, VA Mineral, VA Bumpass, VA and surrounding area. And our exceptional service doesn't end in the store. Once you've chose your new floor, rest assured it will be installed by one of our certified installation professional who will make sure you're completely satisfied step by step from the beginning to end. Flooring is what we do at C&R Carpet & Rugs. It's what we know better than anyone and do better than anyone in Fredericksburg.

The remodeling process began with a complete demolition of the existing space. This phase was necessary to create a blank canvas from which to develop a space that would better serve patients and healthcare professionals alike. The design team, led by Guil, collaborated closely with the client to envision a modern and inviting environment that would significantly improve the clinic's functionality and atmosphere. By focusing on patient comfort and operational efficiency, the redesign aimed to enhance the overall experience for visitors and staff.
A standout feature of this remodel was the installation of glass doors. These doors not only served a practical purpose but also added a modern touch to the clinic. The use of glass allowed for increased natural light to flow into the space, promoting an open and airy feel. This design choice aligns with current trends in healthcare architecture, where patient comfort is prioritized.
Additionally, the choice of materials played a crucial role in the renovation. The installation of travertine tile throughout the walls and desk created a sense of elegance and durability. Travertine is a natural stone that not only provides a high-end look but also offers practical benefits, such as easy maintenance and longevity. The incorporation of engineered wood floors further enhanced the clinic's design. The warmth of wood can help in mitigating the often sterile feeling of medical environments, thereby promoting a more welcoming atmosphere.
Central to the success of this remodel was the dedication and hard work of the entire team at MDRN Remodeling, along with the collaborative spirit formed with the client.

The owners of this historic home in New Bedford, MA wanted to both preserve the architectural details of their home and enjoy the benefits of vinyl sidWith beautiful corbels featured in the soffits and a gorgeous arched front porch – the homeowners’ siding choices had to focus on the preservation of the home’s original character.
Vinyl Siding New Bedford | Care Free Homes, Inc.We spared no attention to detail with this project. Harvey aluminum coil in Cameo/Pearl was custom fabricated around all of the trim. This means everything around the windows, corner boards, fascia, freeze boards, rear porch coping and water table is wrapped to maintenance free perfection!
To maintain the look of its original siding, the homeowners chose Mastic Carvedwood 44 vinyl siding in the premium exterior color, Quiet Willow. To mimic the look of historic wood clapboards, we installed traditional double 4″ lap siding. With an extensive collection of colors, realistic textures and shadow lines, this vinyl siding is the perfect home exterior solution.
We also installed Harvey double hung replacement windows to the front and rear gables. Made right here in New England, these windows are engineered for performance. With tilt-in sashes and easy finger-tip operation, Harvey windows will provide the homeowners with a lifetime of energy efficient beauty.

The Ubuntu Center provides pediatric HIV testing and treatment, counseling, education, and community empowerment. The design is focused on de-stigmatization and normalization of HIV testing and treatment. It provides access to a state-of-the-art facility in a beleaguered post-apartheid community. The design is a model for sustainable development that begins with environment and extends to the preservation of life.
Funded globally and operated locally, Ubuntu reflects a world defined by unprecedented global connection and the resurgence of local, community based organization. Ubuntu center brings state of the art services to vulnerable children by providing centrally located, free and accessible social services in a single facility. It comprises a multi-purpose hall for education, concerts and shelter when needed; an empowerment wing with career guidance and computer centre, and a fully equipped Pediatric HIV /TB testing and counseling clinic with 47,691 people reached through community HIV prevention outreach. Ubuntu’s organic rooftop garden, together with Ubuntu’s neighborhood gardens feed 2,245 students daily. It provides a timely and practical template for sustainability on a societal as well as an environmental level. Ubuntu has been adopted by the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS relief (PEPFAR), and has become a model of success for the Clinton Global initiative, the Kresge foundation, and countless individual supporters.

Example of a transitional medium tone wood floor, brown floor, coffered ceiling, tray ceiling, wall paneling and wallpaper enclosed dining room design in Los Angeles with beige walls and no fireplace

The remodeling process began with a complete demolition of the existing space. This phase was necessary to create a blank canvas from which to develop a space that would better serve patients and healthcare professionals alike. The design team, led by Guil, collaborated closely with the client to envision a modern and inviting environment that would significantly improve the clinic's functionality and atmosphere. By focusing on patient comfort and operational efficiency, the redesign aimed to enhance the overall experience for visitors and staff.
A standout feature of this remodel was the installation of glass doors. These doors not only served a practical purpose but also added a modern touch to the clinic. The use of glass allowed for increased natural light to flow into the space, promoting an open and airy feel. This design choice aligns with current trends in healthcare architecture, where patient comfort is prioritized.
Additionally, the choice of materials played a crucial role in the renovation. The installation of travertine tile throughout the walls and desk created a sense of elegance and durability. Travertine is a natural stone that not only provides a high-end look but also offers practical benefits, such as easy maintenance and longevity. The incorporation of engineered wood floors further enhanced the clinic's design. The warmth of wood can help in mitigating the often sterile feeling of medical environments, thereby promoting a more welcoming atmosphere.
Central to the success of this remodel was the dedication and hard work of the entire team at MDRN Remodeling, along with the collaborative spirit formed with the client.
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