Step into the heart of family practicality with our latest achievement in the Muswell Hill project. This bathroom is all about making space work for you. We've transformed a once-fitted bath area into a versatile haven, accommodating a freestanding bath and a convenient walk-in shower. The taupe and gray color palette exudes a calming vibe, embracing functionality without sacrificing style. It's a space designed to cater to the needs of a young family, where every inch is thoughtfully utilized. The walk-in shower offers easy accessibility, while the freestanding bath invites you to relax and unwind. This is more than just a bathroom; it's a testament to our commitment to innovative design that adapts to your lifestyle. Embrace a space that perfectly balances practicality with modern aesthetics, redefining how you experience everyday luxury.

The shower, with dual shower heads and shampoo niches provides plenty of room for dual bathing during hectic morning preparations. An electrical outlet by the toilet allows for plug and play installation in the event the homeowners choose to install a bidet toilet seat. Beautiful fiber wall paper, heated floors, heated towel bar and tubular skylights round out the luxurious feel of this primary bathroom.

Joe and Patience
Kitchen - craftsman kitchen idea in Seattle

Beautiful fiber wall paper, heated floors, heated towel bar and tubular skylights round out the luxurious feel of this primary bathroom.
Large trendy master ceramic tile and beige tile ceramic tile, beige floor and double-sink open shower photo in Seattle with beige walls, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, a vessel sink, quartz countertops, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Photo: Jane Vorbrodt © 2015 Houzz
Bathroom - traditional bathroom idea in Vancouver

Joe and Patience
Arts and crafts kitchen photo in Seattle

Inspiration for a small transitional kids' white tile and subway tile porcelain tile, blue floor and single-sink alcove bathtub remodel in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, white countertops and a built-in vanity

They work your patience, they work your wallet, and now they can work on their grades in a space-conscious, stylish workspace.
Inspiration for a modern kids' room remodel in New York

This pool deck was a lot of fun (and work) to install. The sidewalks were poured and stamped first, taking extra care to maintain the proper slope and elevation to make the water run away from the pool but also away from the house. The sidewalk is pinned to the patio with rebar dowels in plastic sleeves to allow for horizontal shifting, but no vertical movement. Expansion foam and caulk prevent chipping on these joints. The borders are poured integrally with the pool deck; they are hand stamped and chiseled in. Lots of patience and attention to detail. I am fortunate to have a great crew.

Photo by Eric Rorer
Great room - contemporary dark wood floor great room idea in San Francisco with gray walls

This nursery was done for a baby girl. The client wanted a Chevron Stripe design, but needed some help executing it. With a lot of tape and patience.....I think it came out great! They loved it too.

This bathroom was designed for a school aged girl. Lots of drawers with inner roll-outs provides storage for hair accessories, make-up and more. The tub/shower combination with a thermostatic shower pipe/tub filler provides opportunities for bubble baths as well as time efficient showering.

Ty was excellent. He is easy to work with and has lots of patience. Our kitchen came out excellent and very user friendly. Love the cabinets. I would be happy to recommend him! Gary Chase

When it comes to finding inspiration for your house or apartment design, there are a variety of routes you can take. For some, it is important to dive into the latest trends in fashion and art, using only the most popular decor pieces and embracing the color palettes seen on runways or in home and garden magazines. But for others, it’s simply about discovering what feels most like “home.” Ashley Steele, the creator of A Styled Affair, was part of the latter group. “Since my husband and I were moving into a space that was previously owned, I needed a way to make it feel like it was truly ours, and unique to us,” she told our team. A Styled Affair sprang from Ashley’s passion for fashion, and need for a creative outlet. But it soon became more than that. She developed a following, and it quickly became a place where she could share her personal style, travel adventures, and lifestyle tips. “While the blogging industry has become overwhelmed with people sharing their favorite home decor or make-up tips, I think what sets A Styled Affair apart is my commitment to stay true to my unique taste. I have always marched to the beat of my own drum – and that carries through in the clothes I wear, the decor I select for our home, and the travels I plan.” Paintzen connected with Ashley as she was settling into her new home in Boston’s Seaport District. Although she and her husband have lived in Boston for almost 8 years, they were used to smaller, more traditional spaces. Their new home is much bigger, and more modern, than any place they lived before. “I wanted to select colors of comfort, simplicity, and sophistication so we could elevate the space and make it feel more like a home.” Ashley also accurately pointed out that new construction can sometimes feel a little cold and sterile, almost industrial. “I wanted our home to feel like a peaceful oasis after coming in from the bustling city.” Ashley chose soft white paint for her walls to bring a sense of comfort and zen. With lots of wall decor, art work and carefully selected furniture, the walls serve as a clean and comfortable palette, and allowed her more freedom when making her other design decisions throughout the space. Ashley kept the overall palette fairly neutral, and incorporated “modern bohemian” inspired decor throughout the home; the final product was clean and simple, and catered to her style. We asked Ashley what she was most excited for now. “I’m most excited to continue to find new decor pieces to compliment the paint colors and decor we’ve already found for the space. We have been really patient with decorating and selected each piece really careful to make sure it is cohesive and flows from room to room. I’m looking forward to enjoying the space with my husband and dog, and entertaining friends and family in the spring and summer!” A few final questions for Ashley on her experience with Paintzen: “I would highly recommend Paintzen to anyone, especially those that live in the city. There are so many different paint companies and contractors to choose from but going through Paintzen simplified the process and made me feel comfortable that we had the right team working on our space. Their platform for booking services and choosing paint colors made the process seamless and was a great way to keep track of what we booked and chose for colors. Most importantly, the customer service team was outstanding whenever we had a question or needed to make an adjustment.” And advice she would give someone repainting their home: “Patience. I would recommend taking your time and doing your research before selecting paint colors. Lighting changes every color so make sure to bring paint swatches and samples into the space and look at it throughout the day to see the different tones that the light will pick up. I would also recommend researching color trends and recommendations for colors in the family you are looking for. We found our living room color through a blog post listing top-used colors by interior designers and it looks amazing.”

Photo: Alexandra Crafton © 2017 Houzz
Example of an eclectic bathroom design in Boston

"Everything that slows us down and forces patience, everything that sets us back into the slow circles of nature, is a help. Gardening is an instrument of grace." ~ Francis Bacon

The vanity area is separated from the shower/water closet room by a pocket door. The vessel sinks provide an opportunity to customized and maximize the storage behind each drawer front (no false fronts here). The lighted mirrors provide comprehensive illumination for grooming. The shower, with dual shower heads and shampoo niches provides plenty of room for dual bathing during hectic morning preparations. An electrical outlet by the toilet allows for plug and play installation in the event the homeowners choose to install a bidet toilet seat. Beautiful fiber wall paper, heated floors, heated towel bar and tubular skylights round out the luxurious feel of this primary bathroom. Remodeled in 2020.

Remarkable focal points in each area aim to capture the personality of the homeowners – An elegant vintage chandelier that draws the gaze when sitting in the parlor, baroque hand made paintings that add a French colonial charm to the dining room and a stunning marble fireplace with a pattern that just takes the viewer’s breath away and adds glamour to the living room. A lighter toned color brightens up the entire space while creating a rustic and comfortable decor overall. Comfy Shag rugs on the sofas ensure the family dog has a cozy spot to snuggle in. A vintage area rug with hand-selected accessories in the cabinets around the fireplace finish out a gorgeous and welcoming room. Dining area chairs with a pop of blue around a sturdy round oak table personify energy yet are classically elegant. A lot of time, effort and of course, patience went into this 4-year project. But the end result is a balanced, harmonious space that reflects the personality of the people who use it, which is what good Design is all about.

Vivian Johnson
Cottage built-in desk light wood floor and beige floor home office photo in San Francisco with white walls