Light, airy, calm and a hint of unexpected were the guilding principles for this master bathroom. The client mentioned that she had a white tulip table that didn't have a home. I thought it would be the perfect "centerpiece" for the room. Fun design fact: The client herself painted the pewter frame of the capiz pendant light, gold, with a handful of Q-tips and a lot of patience, for a softer, gilded look. Shop the bath here http://www.decorist.com/showhouse/room/7/master-bathroom/ Photo by Aubrie Pick

Photo: Ryan Hicks © 2018 Houzz
Living room - eclectic living room idea in DC Metro

Our poster project for The Three P's, this small midcentury home south of campus has great bones but lacked vibrancy - a je ne sais quoi that the clients were searching to savoir once and for all. SYI worked with them to nail down a design direction and furniture plan, and they decided to invest in the big-impact items first: built-ins and lighting and a fresh paint job that included a beautiful deep blue-green line around the windows. The vintage rug was an Etsy score at an awesome price, but only after the client spent months scouring options and sources online that matched the vision and dimensions of the plan. A good year later, the West Elm sofa went on sale, so the client took advantage; some time after that, they painted the kitchen, created the drop zone / bench area, and rounded out the room with occasional tables and accessories. Their lesson: in patience, and details, there is beauty. Photography by Gina Rogers Photography

A young professional purchased a 40th floor condo with a stunning view of the lake shore. The tiny galley kitchen was dated and poorly designed. Limited counter space and few cabinets, made this a difficult and uncomfortable place to cook and entertain. The age and the construction of the building made redesign very challenging. With patience and determination, we overcame each obstacle and created the perfect space for this client’s needs and lifestyle. The new kitchen is open to the living space and shares its spectacular views. A large island dramatically expanded the cooking area, houses several appliances, adds lots of storage, and serves as the main eating area. The newly designed kitchen is the center piece of this lovely condo.

A young professional purchased a 40th floor condo with a stunning view of the lake shore. The tiny galley kitchen was dated and poorly designed. Limited counter space and few cabinets, made this a difficult and uncomfortable place to cook and entertain. The age and the construction of the building made redesign very challenging. With patience and determination, we overcame each obstacle and created the perfect space for this client’s needs and lifestyle. The new kitchen is open to the living space and shares its spectacular views. A large island dramatically expanded the cooking area, houses several appliances, adds lots of storage, and serves as the main eating area. The newly designed kitchen is the center piece of this lovely condo.

A young professional purchased a 40th floor condo with a stunning view of the lake shore. The tiny galley kitchen was dated and poorly designed. Limited counter space and few cabinets, made this a difficult and uncomfortable place to cook and entertain. The age and the construction of the building made redesign very challenging. With patience and determination, we overcame each obstacle and created the perfect space for this client’s needs and lifestyle. The new kitchen is open to the living space and shares its spectacular views. A large island dramatically expanded the cooking area, houses several appliances, adds lots of storage, and serves as the main eating area. The newly designed kitchen is the center piece of this lovely condo.

A young professional purchased a 40th floor condo with a stunning view of the lake shore. The tiny galley kitchen was dated and poorly designed. Limited counter space and few cabinets, made this a difficult and uncomfortable place to cook and entertain. The age and the construction of the building made redesign very challenging. With patience and determination, we overcame each obstacle and created the perfect space for this client’s needs and lifestyle. The new kitchen is open to the living space and shares its spectacular views. A large island dramatically expanded the cooking area, houses several appliances, adds lots of storage, and serves as the main eating area. The newly designed kitchen is the center piece of this lovely condo.

Photo: Hilary Rose Walker © 2013 Houzz
Example of a transitional kitchen design in Dallas

The mixture of contemporary and craftsman features extends throughout this Raleigh custom home, with square light fixtures in the kitchen, clean lines, and a craftsman staircase.

Master Bedroom with Red Bed Frame and custom drapery and bedding.
Bedroom - traditional master light wood floor bedroom idea in Charlotte

Hillside Garden Designed by Kim Rooney Landscape architect, located in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle Washington. This photo was taken by Eva Blanchard Photography.

This project was completed in 3 different stages and involved a significant portion of the house. Probably the biggest issue was the stairway to 2nd floor. The original home was a farmhouse with a variety of additions and the staircase did not have sufficient headroom to get even a queen size bed up: big problem. Well, we ripped it all open and reframed a beautiful spiral stairs from the 1st floor up to the attic. We love the new bathrooms and kitchens, but the staircase was really challenging and it’s probably our most favourite part of the project. We also built this project for the client while they were living in the Middle East. We appreciated their patience and trust in us while they were away.

Princeton Sentry Maidenhair Tree - no filter!
Photo of a traditional landscaping in New York.

Interior Powder Room – Full 3D Tile Installation, Floor to Ceiling Tucked deeper within the home, this interior powder room was fully wrapped in 3D tile — from the floor all the way to the ceiling. We executed the installation across every wall and the entire floor with meticulous care, ensuring perfect alignment and seamless transitions. The dimensional texture of the tile adds depth and elegance, turning a compact space into a bold design statement. Precision, patience, and attention to finish were key to bringing this unique vision to life.

We installed these motorized cellular shades for a couple in a great room in Holly Springs GA. It was tough to reach the top but with a little patience we got it done. It was satisfying to push the button on the remote and see them all move together. We used Somfy motors and a 5 channel remote. The customer was looking for something to cut down the light and glare on the tv but not rob all the light from the room. This setup also gave them the option to raise the shades whenever they wanted to bring in the beauty of their backyard and the skyline. Big smiles all around from both of them.

Photo: Heather Banks © 2015 Houzz
Example of an eclectic kitchen design in Austin

You may be wondering what the word “Shkrub” means. Shkrub is love. It is respect and patience. It is home. It is sons. It is 10 years together. Shkrub is a fictitious word the spouses call each other — Serhii and his wife Vlada, who is also engaged in interior design. That’s how they are named in each other’s phone books.

This project was completed in 3 different stages and involved a significant portion of the house. Probably the biggest issue was the stairway to 2nd floor. The original home was a farmhouse with a variety of additions and the staircase did not have sufficient headroom to get even a queen size bed up: big problem. Well, we ripped it all open and reframed a beautiful spiral stairs from the 1st floor up to the attic. We love the new bathrooms and kitchens, but the staircase was really challenging and it’s probably our most favourite part of the project. We also built this project for the client while they were living in the Middle East. We appreciated their patience and trust in us while they were away.