The home owner’s of this 90’s home came to us looking for an updated kitchen design and furniture for the family room, living room, dining room and study. What they got was an overall tweaking of the entire first floor. Small changes to the architecture and trim details made a large impact on the overall feel of the individual spaces in an open floorplan space. We then layered on all new lighting, wall and window treatments, furniture, accessories and art to create a warm and beautiful home for a young, growing family.Photos by Tom Grimes

On this project, Gallery KBNY undertook one of our biggest home renovations to date. The project was a complete overhaul and gut renovation of a Brooklyn brownstone, standing four-stories in the heart of Bed-Stuy, that involved touching every square inch of the entire space. The owner of this property, a real estate developer who was looking for an all-inclusive firm to handle the entire process, hired Gallery and tasked us with creating an owner’s quadplex with a separate garden studio apartment as a rental unit.

It’s easy to be inspired by this home’s curb appeal. Its lush landscaping and sweeping driveway had us falling in love with this property. Add a fresh coat of paint on top of it and this home owner now has a house that makes those driving by take notice!

The challenge: take a run-of-the mill colonial-style house and turn it into a vibrant, Cape Cod beach home. The creative and resourceful crew at SV Design rose to the occasion and rethought the box. Given a coveted location and cherished ocean view on a challenging lot, SV’s architects looked for the best bang for the buck to expand where possible and open up the home inside and out. Windows were added to take advantage of views and outdoor spaces—also maximizing water-views were added in key locations. The result: a home that causes the neighbors to stop the new owners and express their appreciation for making such a stunning improvement. A home to accommodate everyone and many years of enjoyment to come.

An elegant flush floor entry for owners shower.
Example of a mid-sized classic master white tile and porcelain tile marble floor, gray floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub design in Charlotte with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a vessel sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door, gray countertops and a built-in vanity

Completed in two phases, the kitchen in this home was first overhauled and the wall separating it from the dining room was torn down. The structure, hidden in the boxed ceiling, compliments the original details as they were woven into this new great room. New sliding doors replacing the relocated bathroom at the rear beckon one to the garden. This created the palette for the owner to tailor the finishes exquisitely. The resplendent marble counter top is the heart of their tasteful new living space, ideal for entertaining. For phase two, the owner commissioned ONE Design to flood the upper level of the home with light. The owner, inspired by her rural upbringing in Humboldt, wished to draw inspiration from this and her Eichler-like grandparent’s home. ONE Design vaulted the ceilings to create an open soaring roof and provide a clean three dimensional canvass. Adding skylights which bathe the clean walls in an ever changing light show was the centerpiece of this transformation. Transom windows over the bedroom doors offer additional light to the interior circulation space. Enlarged windows combine the owner’s desire to live in a “glass house,” while paying respect to the Edwardian heritage of the home and providing expansive views of the meadow-like garden oasis. The cherry on top is the attic retreat, adding a north facing dormer that peeks at the Golden Gate Bridge offers a serene perch — perfect escapism for a creative writer!

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - Style meets substance in this circa 1875 townhouse. Completely renovated & restored in a contemporary, yet warm & welcoming style, 295 Pavonia Avenue is the ultimate home for the 21st century urban family. Set on a 25’ wide lot, this Hamilton Park home offers an ideal open floor plan, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and a private outdoor oasis. With 3,600 sq. ft. of living space, the owner’s triplex showcases a unique formal dining rotunda, living room with exposed brick and built in entertainment center, powder room and office nook. The upper bedroom floors feature a master suite separate sitting area, large walk-in closet with custom built-ins, a dream bath with an over-sized soaking tub, double vanity, separate shower and water closet. The top floor is its own private retreat complete with bedroom, full bath & large sitting room. Tailor-made for the cooking enthusiast, the chef’s kitchen features a top notch appliance package with 48” Viking refrigerator, Kuppersbusch induction cooktop, built-in double wall oven and Bosch dishwasher, Dacor espresso maker, Viking wine refrigerator, Italian Zebra marble counters and walk-in pantry. A breakfast nook leads out to the large deck and yard for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. Other building features include; a handsome façade with distinctive mansard roof, hardwood floors, Lutron lighting, home automation/sound system, 2 zone CAC, 3 zone radiant heat & tremendous storage, A garden level office and large one bedroom apartment with private entrances, round out this spectacular home.

The owners of this North Asheville residence were hoping for a kitchen that blended function with artful simplicity, and The Hands of Sean Perry Co. set out to make their dreams come true. The crew began by building a new mudroom addition and integrating it into the existing roof. In the kitchen, the existing terrazzo floor was resurfaced, and Union Woodworks installed custom cabinets, with Caesarstone quartz countertops, a new kitchen island in beautiful warm cherry, and a tongue-and-groove paneled refrigerator, blended perfectly into the cabinetry wall. With a floorplan and design consultation from Charlton Bradsher Art+Design, both rooms were styled to bring the outdoors in — with large picture windows that frame the urban homestead landscape, whimsical new woodland-themed wallpaper and ample display space for handcrafted wood serving pieces made by the owner’s father. Outside, a new entry was built to complement the home’s private, natural setting using North Carolina-sourced stone.

Built in 1929, this Tudor revival home has been completely remodeled from the inside out by its current owner. Much of our vision was inspired by the integrity of the original construction and the owner’s desire to mix old with new. The end result is a vastly improved kitchen and master bath meeting today’s standards of functionality and artistry. Many elements of the kitchen were inspired by the original architecture. The leaded glass in the kitchen cabinets is repeated in windows throughout the home. The herringbone pattern of the kitchen floor tiles was inspired by the brick pattern on the exterior of the house. The Omega Vintage Oyster cabinets with Cappuccino glaze were selected to appear as if they might have been the original cabinets. The kitchen footprint has not changed from the original home, but the updated kitchen is much more efficient.

Porcelain Tile - white marble. Wood look tile. Completed in Del Mar Ca
Inspiration for a large transitional master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and brown floor freestanding bathtub remodel in San Diego with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a one-piece toilet, blue walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

Cozy, Fun, Vibrant, living room in a mid-1950's ranch. Some pieces are vintage, some are reproductions, some are custom designs that were built by the home owner (me:Kyle W. Capicik)

Georgian Revival - The Ford Plantation Echoing the time of gracious Southern living, a curvilinear driveway among a forest of live oaks takes you to the two structures on this Georgian estate – the main house and a carriage house. The main 1 ½ story house featuring Savannah Gray Brick and slate roof, incorporates an elegant formal entrance, colonnade and front porch; while the ‘owner’s entrance’ is located to one side of the home. The rear of the house incorporates a screened-in porch and overlooks a large paddock area of dedicated green space. The carriage house, using board and batten painted wood siding, serves as a garage. The house’s interior is made up of traditional moldings and casing, hardwood floors, and furnished with period antiques. General Contractor Tony Reardon Construction Co., Savannah GA Interior Design By Owner

The owners of this North Asheville residence were hoping for a kitchen that blended function with artful simplicity, and The Hands of Sean Perry Co. set out to make their dreams come true. The crew began by building a new mudroom addition and integrating it into the existing roof. In the kitchen, the existing terrazzo floor was resurfaced, and Union Woodworks installed custom cabinets, with Caesarstone quartz countertops, a new kitchen island in beautiful warm cherry, and a tongue-and-groove paneled refrigerator, blended perfectly into the cabinetry wall. With a floorplan and design consultation from Charlton Bradsher Art+Design, both rooms were styled to bring the outdoors in — with large picture windows that frame the urban homestead landscape, whimsical new woodland-themed wallpaper and ample display space for handcrafted wood serving pieces made by the owner’s father. Outside, a new entry was built to complement the home’s private, natural setting using North Carolina-sourced stone.

An interesting and fun project on the property of a much larger home. This was a complete rebuild of a Kids Cottage to a Tiny Home. A complete a design incorporating unique bed and trundle sleep area with additional storage. Here you can see new siding, deck and custom rail system. We designed this Tiny Home for the owner’s children to camp in. Sleeps three, has refrigerator and additional storage. Supplied everything including the new windows and doors.

A young CEO wanted new corporate offices that reflected the company brand and their conservative, traditional values. It was explicitly stated that beyond the cubicle bullpen and entry to mid-level offices, an “office furniture” look and feel was completely undesirable. Instead, topping the desirability list were: comfortable furnishings; a relaxed upscale feel; a casual collaborative meeting space for staff; a world class boardroom for hosting meetings, and a way to showcase items from the CEO’s entrepreneurial family history. Walls were moved to create a cockpit CEO office that includes a second conference table and lounge area, a new employee kitchen, a new employee lounge and an enlarged boardroom. Glass walls were used in both the reception area and the employee lounge to enhance lighting and provide a sense of spaciousness. Company brand colors are woven throughout and their logo was used as a creative flourish in the custom area rug in reception and glass signage in the boardroom. Photography by David Van Scott

Fresh kitchen with updated materials for a clean, modern look with a few traditional details to complement the owner’s collections. Added cabinets and drawers Increased storage capacity. Increasing walkway space and opening space to the living room was a major goal. Finally, changing the original double-sided rough stone fireplace walls resulted in a simpler, more streamlined look.

This designer’s ideal is homeowners with a clear vision, set priorities, and values that align seamlessly with ours. These clients, an accomplished artist and the owner of a generational hops growing farm, were collaborative and trusting from the start. They conscientiously selected a team of Architect (Green Hammer), General Contractor (Cellar Ridge) and ATIID for furnishings and finishing touches. Each firm was able to meticulously manage their leg of the project, while collaborating wholistically with each other and the homeowners. The family farmhouse, lovingly named “Westwood,” was showing the wear one expects after serving a growing family for decades. The owner’s dream was to revive, open up, and breathe modern life into each space, while respecting the home’s heritage. One of our first collaborations was the light fixture that would grace the main two-story entry hall. HiiH Lights in Astoria, Oregon, was commissioned to bring “the function of light, the craft of paper, and the art of sculpture” to the home. Visiting the maker’s space – a massive barn on his coastal property – was such an inspiring adventure! Original work by the resident artist sets an ethereal tone in the space, and an antique bench handsomely blends the old with the new. A wall that divided the home’s living room and kitchen was removed, and the breezy and bright gathering room was born. Light walls, warm wood tones, cozy upholstery, clean lines and heritage elements create a welcoming atmosphere and invite lounging and conversation. The sun-drenched nook is the home’s main indoor dining area, with an extension table and sculpted chairs that are just right for family gatherings or morning rituals with the Sunday paper. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with every modern amenity, but its casual attitude is “let’s make a mess and eat!” The owner’s artwork graces the mantel over the new fireplace that was carved from a tree felled on the property, illustrating the thoughtful consideration of each element. The muted wool area rugs in the entryways and great room are hard-wearing for farm life, and the furniture’s classic lines, bold contrasting colors, deep seating and soft textures encourage cozy conversations or large group gatherings. The library is undoubtedly our favorite space in this home. Tucked in “speakeasy style” behind a hidden (wallpapered!) door in the moody wet bar, and drenched in deep green, the room offers a quiet retreat that hugs you in an embrace of books and family photos. The cozy settee nestled between the bookcases sits opposite a custom pair of modern cognac leather wing chairs. The area rug continues the storied look without the antique price tag with a piece from Loloi’s “Heritage Collection.” A little va-va-voom was requested for the powder bath and boy did we deliver! Custom wallpaper plays over original wainscotting and ceilings wrapped in more glorious green. The space evokes joy every time you open the door! A primary suite that would “transport us to another world” and be “classic yet modern, peaceful, collected and uncluttered” was a tall order. Our new furniture layout takes full advantage of the view of wine country hills and the Willamette River, welcomes fireside lounging, and serves as a calm respite for the lovely owners. Westwood Farmhouse truly was inspired by family, genuine love for home and graciousness for all who enter. Finishing the job was emotional for all involved because we were truly made to feel like part of the family. Photography by George Barberis

Art objects are also featured in this garden. Here, the owner’s stone rabbit stands guard beside the porch steps surrounded by Autumn Fern, Clethra and dwarf Azaleas

Centered on six full-sized city lots in the heart of Portland’s Irvington neighborhood, this historic estate badly needed a new kitchen and a reconceived connection to the spacious grounds at the rear of the home. The owner’s impeccable design sense was a perfect match for Emerick Architects’ skill and space planning. The craftsmen at Hammer & Hand brought their vision to life with wood, stone, cabinetry, and paint in the sun room, master suite, great room, and kitchen remodels. Extensive casework detailed to exactly match the complicated profiles of the existing house makes the addition a truly seamless remodel.