The "Dream of the '90s" was alive in this industrial loft condo before Neil Kelly Portland Design Consultant Erika Altenhofen got her hands on it. The 1910 brick and timber building was converted to condominiums in 1996. No new roof penetrations could be made, so we were tasked with creating a new kitchen in the existing footprint. Erika's design and material selections embrace and enhance the historic architecture, bringing in a warmth that is rare in industrial spaces like these. Among her favorite elements are the beautiful black soapstone counter tops, the RH medieval chandelier, and stunning ombre Artistic Tile shower.

Unique from the other spaces in the kitchen, the cast iron range and stainless steel hood penetrate the cabinet space above. By doing this with the hoods diagonal accents, the hoods form mirrors the cabinets crown molding, starting a playful conversation between the two.

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Example of a mid-sized transitional enclosed medium tone wood floor family room design in Houston with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

The unique opportunity and challenge for the Joshua Tree project was to enable the architecture to prioritize views. Set in the valley between Mummy and Camelback mountains, two iconic landforms located in Paradise Valley, Arizona, this lot “has it all” regarding views. The challenge was answered with what we refer to as the desert pavilion. This highly penetrated piece of architecture carefully maintains a one-room deep composition. This allows each space to leverage the majestic mountain views. The material palette is executed in a panelized massing composition. The home, spawned from mid-century modern DNA, opens seamlessly to exterior living spaces providing for the ultimate in indoor/outdoor living. Project Details: Architecture: Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ // C.P. Drewett, AIA, NCARB // www.drewettworks.com Builder: Bedbrock Developers, Paradise Valley, AZ // http://www.bedbrock.com Interior Designer: Est Est, Scottsdale, AZ // http://www.estestinc.com Photographer: Michael Duerinckx, Phoenix, AZ // www.inckx.com

The kitchen designer brought me on to create a lighting plan that complimented his clean, contemporary design. I chose WAC Silo Multiples with 2 Lights to minimize the number of ceiling penetrations without losing the number of adjustable heads. The beams are adjustable too. The Melange Disc Pendants by Kelly Wearstler for Visual Comfort continued the clean lines while adding warmth from the brass and alabaster.

Energy consumption in the open floor plan house was important to control so 2x6 exterior walls were used with a combination of pellet stove, fireplace and forded hot air with central air conditioning. Large southern windows at a designed slope allow winter sun to penetrate deep into the living area while high summer heat are primary blocked by the 2' overhangs on the roofing structure. Everything from the location of the stairway to large centrally located ceiling fans help circulate airflow throughout the home at an even and efficient rate. Photography by Design Imaging Studios

We relocated a kitchen to a former family room allowing better flow throughout the home. The clients wanted an oversized kitchen with tons of cabinetry. We used standard appliances, Jarlin cabinetry and were able to keep this kitchen on budget. A bar area and extended cabinets penetrate the dining space for excellent serving and storage.

We relocated a kitchen to a former family room allowing better flow throughout the home. The clients wanted an oversized kitchen with tons of cabinetry. We used standard appliances, Jarlin cabinetry and were able to keep this kitchen on budget. A bar area and extended cabinets penetrate the dining space for excellent serving and storage.

The kitchen designer brought me on to create a lighting plan that complimented his clean, contemporary design. I chose WAC Silo Multiples with 2 Lights to minimize the number of ceiling penetrations without losing the number of adjustable heads. The beams are adjustable too. The Melange Disc Pendants by Kelly Wearstler for Visual Comfort continued the clean lines while adding warmth from the brass and alabaster.

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Small urban 3/4 gray tile and mosaic tile porcelain tile corner shower photo in Dunedin with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, a one-piece toilet and white walls

We relocated a kitchen to a former family room allowing better flow throughout the home. The clients wanted an oversized kitchen with tons of cabinetry. We used standard appliances, Jarlin cabinetry and were able to keep this kitchen on budget. A bar area and extended cabinets penetrate the dining space for excellent serving and storage.

Throughout the project, highly mechanized milling machinery, sophisticated clamping systems, high tech materials and state of the art wood curing techniques were employed. All the finished wood elements went through a methodical process of hand sanding with the eventual hand rubbed application of penetrating oil. Each element was sanded and finished in place; here a concession was not made to modern production.

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© Wing Wong This two bedroom apartment on New York's Upper West Side underwent a gut renovation to allow continuous sight lines and views in three directions: east to Central Park, north to the George Washington Bridge, and east to the Hudson River. The master bedroom was reconfigured to create an adjacent study with two exposures. Mondrian-inspired pocket doors allow light to penetrate the apartment while also providing a private study. The project was completed in an accelerated time frame and within a strict budget.

The unique opportunity and challenge for the Joshua Tree project was to enable the architecture to prioritize views. Set in the valley between Mummy and Camelback mountains, two iconic landforms located in Paradise Valley, Arizona, this lot “has it all” regarding views. The challenge was answered with what we refer to as the desert pavilion. This highly penetrated piece of architecture carefully maintains a one-room deep composition. This allows each space to leverage the majestic mountain views. The material palette is executed in a panelized massing composition. The home, spawned from mid-century modern DNA, opens seamlessly to exterior living spaces providing for the ultimate in indoor/outdoor living. Project Details: Architecture: Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ // C.P. Drewett, AIA, NCARB // www.drewettworks.com Builder: Bedbrock Developers, Paradise Valley, AZ // http://www.bedbrock.com Interior Designer: Est Est, Scottsdale, AZ // http://www.estestinc.com Photographer: Michael Duerinckx, Phoenix, AZ // www.inckx.com

The engineered construction used on these doors provides for lasting stability. The overall thickness of the beveled triple glazed glass is ¾”, which makes it very sound and climate efficient. All of our glass is tempered for safety.These Knotty Alder doors are the highest quality available in the market today. Knotty Alder is characterized by large, small and star shaped knots (filled when necessary to prevent light penetration) and other natural characteristics such as mineral streaks.

The unique opportunity and challenge for the Joshua Tree project was to enable the architecture to prioritize views. Set in the valley between Mummy and Camelback mountains, two iconic landforms located in Paradise Valley, Arizona, this lot “has it all” regarding views. The challenge was answered with what we refer to as the desert pavilion. This highly penetrated piece of architecture carefully maintains a one-room deep composition. This allows each space to leverage the majestic mountain views. The material palette is executed in a panelized massing composition. The home, spawned from mid-century modern DNA, opens seamlessly to exterior living spaces providing for the ultimate in indoor/outdoor living. Project Details: Architecture: Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ // C.P. Drewett, AIA, NCARB // www.drewettworks.com Builder: Bedbrock Developers, Paradise Valley, AZ // http://www.bedbrock.com Interior Designer: Est Est, Scottsdale, AZ // http://www.estestinc.com Photographer: Michael Duerinckx, Phoenix, AZ // www.inckx.com