An informal pathway leads to a seating area that is immersed in the front sept field turned stylized meadow.
Example of a trendy patio design in Charlotte

Bryan Chavez Photography River City Custom Homes - RounTrey - 2015 Homearama Farmhouse with a Modern Vibe Gold Winner - Master Suite Aware of the financial investment clients put into their homes, I combine my business and design expertise while working with each client to understand their taste, enhance their style and create spaces they will enjoy for years to come. It’s been said that I have a “good” eye. I won’t discount that statement and I’d add I have an affinity to people, places and things that tell a story. My clients benefit from my passion and ability to turn their homes into finely curated spaces through the use of beautiful textiles, amazing lighting and furniture pieces that are as timeless as they are wonderfully unique. I enjoy the creative process and work with people who are building their dream homes, remodeling existing homes or desire a fresh take on a well lived-in space. I see the client–designer relationship as a partnership with a desire to deliver an end result that exceeds my client’s expectations. I approach each project with professionalism, unparalleled excitement and a commitment for designing homes that are as livable as they are beautiful.

Example of a mid-sized classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

This Boerum Hill, Brooklyn rooftop terrace garden features a zinc fountain flanked by corten steel planters, custom-built ipe wood planters, bench seating, and a bed of Mexican beach stones. Many people enjoy outdoor fountains for the relaxing sound they provide, which can also help to drown out noises from A/C units or other jarring sounds of the city. We also designed these beautiful ipe (pronounced e-pay) wood planters and a comfortable built-in bench with storage under the seats. Check out the before photo at www.amberfreda.com.

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Living room - mid-century modern living room idea in New York

Despite physical disabilities that limit his financial opportunities, Allen wholly devotes himself to making intricate and beautiful papercut works. He says that his motivation to create work is to “keep busy and make people happy.” Each of Allen’s pieces is made with a single sheet of black paper. He chooses to create his work out of paper because it is inexpensive. He explains, "You don’t mind if you mess it up. If you do, then you just crumple it up and get a new piece of paper." Allen’s artwork takes incredible patience and vision. He loves selling through ArtLifting because it allows him to to share his vision. He says, "It makes me feel good when people enjoy what I do." Allen can often be seen riding around Boston finding inspiration for his latest artworks. If you see him around, he encourages you to say hello! Buy his prints here: https://www.artlifting.com/collections/allen-chamberland

Living room - contemporary living room idea in Milwaukee

This commission involved the renovation and conversion of two duplex apartments into one single residence/retreat. The two existing external stairs were removed and replaced by a single internal staircase. This intervention made it possible to create one large outdoor area and maximise the existing view. The steel canopies and wooden sun terraces act as visual links between the two original living units. In collaboration with Minimum Arquitectura. Foto's © Verne en Raül Candales Franch

Colorful Fall Asters bloom in the fall and provide much needed nectar to hungry pollinators. The Friends of North Haven Trail board members chose to create native perennial gardens for residents to enjoy. We very much enjoyed partnering with them to design and install these habitat gardens! So many walkers and bikers stopped by to tell us how much they enjoy the flowers. Its wonderful to see people outdoors enjoying the wonders of Nature. Plus, butterflies and bees flocked to the flowers the same day we planted - its a wonder how they find their favorite flowers so quickly!

Despite physical disabilities that limit his financial opportunities, Allen wholly devotes himself to making intricate and beautiful papercut works. He says that his motivation to create work is to “keep busy and make people happy.” Each of Allen’s pieces is made with a single sheet of black paper. He chooses to create his work out of paper because it is inexpensive. He explains, "You don’t mind if you mess it up. If you do, then you just crumple it up and get a new piece of paper." Allen’s artwork takes incredible patience and vision. He loves selling through ArtLifting because it allows him to to share his vision. He says, "It makes me feel good when people enjoy what I do." Allen can often be seen riding around Boston finding inspiration for his latest artworks. If you see him around, he encourages you to say hello! Buy this print here: https://www.artlifting.com/products/boston-customs-allen-chamberland

Curassavica Milkweed is planted to attract Monarch and Queen butterflies and other pollinators. The Friends of North Haven Trail board members chose to create native perennial gardens for residents to enjoy. We very much enjoyed partnering with them to design and install these habitat gardens! So many walkers and bikers stopped by to tell us how much they enjoy the flowers. Its wonderful to see people outdoors enjoying the wonders of Nature. Plus, butterflies and bees flocked to the flowers the same day we planted - its a wonder how they find their favorite flowers so quickly!

The Friends of North Haven Trail board members chose to create native perennial gardens for residents to enjoy. We very much enjoyed partnering with them to design and install these habitat gardens! So many walkers and bikers stopped by to tell us how much they enjoy the flowers. Its wonderful to see people outdoors enjoying the wonders of Nature. Plus, butterflies and bees flocked to the flowers the same day we planted - its a wonder how they find their favorite flowers so quickly!

This beautiful North Vancouver home belongs to a nature-loving and health-conscious couple, Emma and Vince (names changed), their two young children, and their dog, Jasper. When they contacted us about renovating and furnishing their kitchen and family room, we walked in and saw a world of potential waiting to be uncovered. Before: Larkhall Crescent Home: Like many original North Vancouver homes, the interior was definitely dated. We encountered late ‘80s finishes in powder pink and teal green, old carpet, and a kitchen that wasn’t maximized to suit this family’s modern-day lifestyle. However, the size of the rooms offered us a ton of space with which to get creative. Knowing our clients’ love of cooking, need for work spaces (Emma and Vince both work remotely), and growing family, we developed a design concept that would increase usable space, optimize storage, and create intimacy in this large area. As for the style, we were inspired by their European roots, inventing a new and modern take on “Belgian Farmhouse” style. Now, the home is truly one-of-a-kind. After: Warm & Cozy Family Room: Fresh, bright, and comfortable, this living area has been transformed! We started with the fireplace as a focal point, selecting aged brick tiles for added texture and a crisp wood mantle. The taupe-coloured sectional infuses the room with visual warmth and serves the added purpose of separating the family room from the kitchen. Emma and Vince were also keen on using non-toxic materials in their home, and we were happy to oblige. To meet their needs, we sourced natural wood elements and sought out Canadian-made products - that adhere to high health standards - whenever possible. Look closer at the elements of this space, and you will find this stunning, honeycomb-patterned rug in earthy gold, beige, and charcoal tones. It’s plush to the touch and full of visual texture that brings this room’s colour palette together. We sourced these two-tone chairs with caning, petrified wood side table, black sconces, and botanical prints in greyscale from local artist, Heather Johnston. We topped off the space with this dark wood and rattan console that offers storage facing the kitchen and presents an opportunity to display cherished items. The result is a cozy lounging space brimming with comfort and functionality. It’s perfect for enjoying quality family time, or Emma can simply slide the coffee table away to make room for her morning yoga practice. Now, let’s turn around and give some attention to the kitchen. Do you remember what the original kitchen looked like? If not, scroll back up, because the transformation is shocking… Moody & Welcoming Kitchen for Healthy Living: This kitchen looks very different from how it started, right? Though we didn’t touch any walls, the kitchen has almost doubled in usable space! We created a long, extended island with storage, an outlet for small appliances, and seating for comfortable prep, after-school snacking, or mingling among friends. On the other side of the island, the family has even more storage and an integrated dishwasher within easy reach of the sink, perfect for quick clean-up. From this angle, you can also see the expansive custom Shaker cabinetry in white and the integrated double ovens. These facilitate their cooking experience and gave us the opportunity to add an additional surprise… A coffee garage station and more hidden storage! Keeping these items located along the perimeter allows them to be accessed by the family or their guests without someone getting under the cook’s feet. These are the little details that make everyday life easier and more enjoyable. Moving deeper into the kitchen, the seamless induction cooktop topped with a freestanding concealed hood fan commands attention in a soft yet prominent way. The natural wood accent mirrors the fireplace mantle, and the choice of off-black wood-grain cabinets not only continues our black-and-white colour palette but adds a sense of depth and contrast. The corner sink is located to the right and perfectly positioned with a view of their thriving backyard. To invite more of this family’s character into the space, we mixed metals for interest — matte black, dark pewter, and warm brass — and created open shelves in white oak for their plants and decor. You can also glimpse the tumbled edge of the backsplash tile, which echoes the rustic brick of the fireplace. It adds that farmhouse charm while still feeling timeless and sophisticated. Last but not least, we designed this dining banquette in the bay window (with integrated bench storage, of course), where the family can share a meal together, the kids can do homework, or Emma and Vince can work and enjoy a change of scenery from their offices. Like the other spaces in the home, it was designed to be beautiful, multi-functional, and long-lasting. Praise from Our Clients: It is clear that we love this home, but what did our clients have to say? “Lori is a visionary and masters execution to the finest detail all at the same time. When she first met us to know more about who we are and how we live, she could right away envision how we could use the space in our kitchen and living room…The results exceeded our expectations. Lori and her team were also a delight to work with — coordination with all the trades, fast problem-solving, regular updates, professional and friendly attitude of her entire team — made it the dream team. Thank you SHD for making our space so beautiful!” In turn, we are so grateful for this family’s trust, their open communication, and for being wonderful people with whom to work. (So, thank you!)

The homeowners of this King City property came to Pro-Land with a blank canvas and big ideas. The size and depth of the rear yard provided the space for all the clients wants and needs. We created an indoor-outdoor living space that has it's own kitchen and bathroom for people enjoying the pool. For people wanting to stay dry, directly off the house there is a second kitchen with a built in bbq and pizza oven. Feature walls, a firepit, a water feature and a custom designed outdoor shower is finished in natural stone creates a cohesive look in such a large space. This backyard really is "Fit for a King". Photographer: Effie Edits Inc.

The homeowners of this King City property came to Pro-Land with a blank canvas and big ideas. The size and depth of the rear yard provided the space for all the clients wants and needs. We created an indoor-outdoor living space that has it's own kitchen and bathroom for people enjoying the pool. For people wanting to stay dry, directly off the house there is a second kitchen with a built in bbq and pizza oven. Feature walls, a firepit, a water feature and a custom designed outdoor shower is finished in natural stone creates a cohesive look in such a large space. This backyard really is "Fit for a King". Photographer: Effie Edits Inc.

The homeowners of this King City property came to Pro-Land with a blank canvas and big ideas. The size and depth of the rear yard provided the space for all the clients wants and needs. We created an indoor-outdoor living space that has it's own kitchen and bathroom for people enjoying the pool. For people wanting to stay dry, directly off the house there is a second kitchen with a built in bbq and pizza oven. Feature walls, a firepit, a water feature and a custom designed outdoor shower is finished in natural stone creates a cohesive look in such a large space. This backyard really is "Fit for a King". Photographer: Effie Edits Inc.

The homeowners of this King City property came to Pro-Land with a blank canvas and big ideas. The size and depth of the rear yard provided the space for all the clients wants and needs. We created an indoor-outdoor living space that has it's own kitchen and bathroom for people enjoying the pool. For people wanting to stay dry, directly off the house there is a second kitchen with a built in bbq and pizza oven. Feature walls, a firepit, a water feature and a custom designed outdoor shower is finished in natural stone creates a cohesive look in such a large space. This backyard really is "Fit for a King". Photographer: Effie Edits Inc.

The homeowners of this King City property came to Pro-Land with a blank canvas and big ideas. The size and depth of the rear yard provided the space for all the clients wants and needs. We created an indoor-outdoor living space that has it's own kitchen and bathroom for people enjoying the pool. For people wanting to stay dry, directly off the house there is a second kitchen with a built in bbq and pizza oven. Feature walls, a firepit, a water feature and a custom designed outdoor shower is finished in natural stone creates a cohesive look in such a large space. This backyard really is "Fit for a King". Photographer: Effie Edits Inc.

The homeowners of this King City property came to Pro-Land with a blank canvas and big ideas. The size and depth of the rear yard provided the space for all the clients wants and needs. We created an indoor-outdoor living space that has it's own kitchen and bathroom for people enjoying the pool. For people wanting to stay dry, directly off the house there is a second kitchen with a built in bbq and pizza oven. Feature walls, a firepit, a water feature and a custom designed outdoor shower is finished in natural stone creates a cohesive look in such a large space. This backyard really is "Fit for a King". Photographer: Effie Edits Inc.