Striking Modern Transformation: From Bungalow to Two-Story Home This image showcases the impressive transformation of a small bungalow into a modern two-story residence. The design cleverly integrates the original structure, retaining 50% of the existing exterior walls, while dramatically expanding both upwards and outwards. The lower level features a rich, dark brick facade, hinting at the original bungalow's footprint. Above, the new second story makes a bold architectural statement with a contrasting dark grey frame encasing large, geometric windows and warm wood paneling. This juxtaposition of materials and forms creates a visually dynamic and contemporary aesthetic. The conversion also involved underpinning the basement to maximize living space below grade and adding an extension to the back of the house, further expanding the home's square footage. The front entrance is marked by a sleek, light wood door, and concrete steps lead up from the driveway. A modern wooden fence encloses a small front yard with a patch of green grass. Key Features Highlighting the Conversion: Conversion of a small bungalow into a two-story house Retention of 50% of original exterior walls Underpinned basement Addition to the back of the house Modern second-story addition with large geometric windows and wood paneling Contrasting dark brick on the original lower level Sleek front entrance and landscaping

EXTERIOR PAINTING & CEILING REPAIR — HANDYMAN KATY, TX (77450) Client: Martha Location: Katy, TX 77450 Scope of Work: Exterior painting of 20 linear feet of fascia board, plus three drywall repair areas with stain-blocking primer and texture match Martha called several companies first. None of them were interested in a job her size. We were, and we called her back fast. Darrin came out promptly, walked the work with her, and had a fair estimate in her hands within a couple of hours. Once she approved it, our technicians were out doing the repairs that same week. Outside: about 20 linear feet of fascia board scraped, sanded, and prepped, spot primed where needed, then finished with exterior paint matched as closely as possible to the existing color. Exterior painting on fascia lives or dies on the prep, and Katy weather is unforgiving of shortcuts. Inside: three drywall areas repaired. Loose material removed, patching compound applied and sanded smooth, Kilz stain-blocking primer where water staining showed through, existing texture matched, then touch-up paint to blend it all in. Martha, thank you for giving us a shot after a frustrating search. No job is too small here, and we’re glad you found us. And thank you for the 5-star review! Knowing you now have someone to call is exactly what we’re building. Small repair nobody wants to take in Katy? Text a handyman a photo and we’ll call you back. #HandymanKaty #KatyHandyman #ExteriorPainting

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With a grand total of 1,247 square feet of living space, the Lincoln Deck House was designed to efficiently utilize every bit of its floor plan. This home features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a two-car detached garage and boasts an impressive great room, whose soaring ceilings and walls of glass welcome the outside in to make the space feel one with nature.

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A complete chimney rebuild for a homeowner in Snoqualmie. The original brick chimney had reached the end of its lifespan — the crown was cracked, mortar joints were failing, and water damage was beginning to spread into the surrounding roofing. Rather than patch a failing structure, the homeowner chose to rebuild the chimney from the roofline up. We tore down the deteriorated upper portion of the chimney and rebuilt it using natural stacked stone for a finished look that blends with the home's wooded surroundings. Two custom stainless steel multi-flue caps were installed to protect both flues from rain, debris, and animals while allowing safe ventilation. A new pre-cast concrete crown ties everything together and channels water away from the masonry below. Scope of work: - Demo of failing brick crown and upper chimney - Structural assessment of remaining chimney base - Custom stone veneer and mortar work for new chimney - Pre-cast concrete crown installation with proper drip edge - Custom-fit stainless steel multi-flue caps with spark arrestor screens - Full waterproofing and weather protection - Roof flashing inspection and minor repair as needed The result: a chimney built to last another 50+ years — beautiful, functional, and perfectly matched to the home's natural surroundings. Family-owned. Licensed and bonded in Washington State.

EXTERIOR PAINTING & CEILING REPAIR — HANDYMAN KATY, TX (77450) Client: Martha Location: Katy, TX 77450 Scope of Work: Exterior painting of 20 linear feet of fascia board, plus three drywall repair areas with stain-blocking primer and texture match Martha called several companies first. None of them were interested in a job her size. We were, and we called her back fast. Darrin came out promptly, walked the work with her, and had a fair estimate in her hands within a couple of hours. Once she approved it, our technicians were out doing the repairs that same week. Outside: about 20 linear feet of fascia board scraped, sanded, and prepped, spot primed where needed, then finished with exterior paint matched as closely as possible to the existing color. Exterior painting on fascia lives or dies on the prep, and Katy weather is unforgiving of shortcuts. Inside: three drywall areas repaired. Loose material removed, patching compound applied and sanded smooth, Kilz stain-blocking primer where water staining showed through, existing texture matched, then touch-up paint to blend it all in. Martha, thank you for giving us a shot after a frustrating search. No job is too small here, and we’re glad you found us. And thank you for the 5-star review! Knowing you now have someone to call is exactly what we’re building. Small repair nobody wants to take in Katy? Text a handyman a photo and we’ll call you back. #HandymanKaty #KatyHandyman #ExteriorPainting

EXTERIOR PAINTING & CEILING REPAIR — HANDYMAN KATY, TX (77450) Client: Martha Location: Katy, TX 77450 Scope of Work: Exterior painting of 20 linear feet of fascia board, plus three drywall repair areas with stain-blocking primer and texture match Martha called several companies first. None of them were interested in a job her size. We were, and we called her back fast. Darrin came out promptly, walked the work with her, and had a fair estimate in her hands within a couple of hours. Once she approved it, our technicians were out doing the repairs that same week. Outside: about 20 linear feet of fascia board scraped, sanded, and prepped, spot primed where needed, then finished with exterior paint matched as closely as possible to the existing color. Exterior painting on fascia lives or dies on the prep, and Katy weather is unforgiving of shortcuts. Inside: three drywall areas repaired. Loose material removed, patching compound applied and sanded smooth, Kilz stain-blocking primer where water staining showed through, existing texture matched, then touch-up paint to blend it all in. Martha, thank you for giving us a shot after a frustrating search. No job is too small here, and we’re glad you found us. And thank you for the 5-star review! Knowing you now have someone to call is exactly what we’re building. Small repair nobody wants to take in Katy? Text a handyman a photo and we’ll call you back. #HandymanKaty #KatyHandyman #ExteriorPainting

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Founded in 1975 by Gianni Tonin, the Italian modern furniture company Tonin Casa has long been viewed by European designers as one of the best interior design firms in the business, but it is only within the last five years that the company expanded their market outside Italy. As an authorized dealer of Tonin Casa contemporary furnishings, room service 360° is able to offer an extensive line of Tonin Casa designs. Tonin Casa furniture features a wide range of distinctive styles to ensure the right selection for any contemporary home. The room service 360° collection includes a broad array of chairs, nightstands, consoles, television stands, dining tables, coffee tables and mirrors. Quality materials, including an extensive use of tempered glass, mark Tonin Casa furnishings with style and sophistication. Tonin Casa modern furniture combines style and function by merging modern technology with the Italian tradition of innovative style and quality craftsmanship. Each piece complements homes styled in the modern style, yet each piece offers visual style on its own as well, with imaginative designs that are sure to add a note of distinction to any contemporary home.

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Create a new living area by converting your backyard into a livable outdoor space. Here we've added modern Banas Stone Pavers in Koda Black, a retaining wall garden and maintenance synthetic grass. A complete outdoor living area with room for the kids to play and a full patio for entertaining.

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard stone patio remodel in San Francisco with a fire pit

Originally this side patio was simply a barren cement patch that was cold and uninviting (this is the BEFORE picture). It has a basic stone and concrete patio floor, with concrete brick walls. There was some natural bamboo behind the wall, but otherwise no plants. The house sits down in to the property, and to get to the front door you have to descend a steep set of stairs. This patio area is one of the first things people see as they descend the stairs to the front door, so we wanted to make it as inviting and cozy as possible. Plus, with all the natural tree coverage, it's a perfect place during hot days to curl up with a book or glass of wine under the shade. Not wanting to spend money on a massive renovation, the goal was to create a cozy niche for both entertaining guests and personal relaxation, reminiscent of an India-meets-Bali exotic retreat. We created something that was organic and natural looking, in harmony with the relaxed environment of Laguna Beach. To keep it budget friendly - and better for the environment - we also opted for recycled and pre-owned items we found on Craiglist and eBay. I chose to first mask the barren concrete walls with an carved wood screen from India, to add depth and interest. I placed two large daybeds with heavily padded cushions in an “L” shape to entice people to curl up and sink in. Rather than opting for a regular square patio table, I found a one-of-a-kind custom oak tree slab table (a fantastic Craiglist find!) that added a beautiful organic feel. The Moroccan lamp I brought back from one of my trips to Marrakech, and it added the perfect personal touch, in addition to personal sacred objects such as an antique Kwan Yin statue (great eBay find), crystals, and shells found at the beach. Finally, various plants were added — including both a satsuma orange tree and grapefruit tree that add lovely bursts of color when in season. And makes for a great quick snack when lounging about!

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Contained in a small courtyard, this intimate garden includes a full sized lounge chair along with an outdoor shower and full bath. The Herbert S. Frank Special Award recognizes exceptional design, unique use of materials and quality of construction in a residential landscape. Granted at the discretion of the California Landscape Contractors Association judges, this award is not necessarily given each year at the Trophy Awards event. In 2014, Confidence Landscaping, Inc. earned this important honor that carries the highly respected name of one of the founding members of the CLCA - San Francisco Bay Area chapter.

This three home project in Seattle was a creative challenge we were excited to tackle. The lot sizes were long and narrow, so we decided to create a compact contemporary space. Our design team chose light solid surface elements and a dark flooring for a warmer mix. Photographer: Layne Freedle