A small ranch remodeled to accommodate a growing family now has a newly installed central staircase with balcony. Square newels with a dark oak handrail maintain the traditional feel the family was going for.

As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards Sara and Paul Matthews call their head-turning home, located in a sweet neighborhood just up the hill from downtown Petoskey, “a very human story.” Indeed it is. Sara and her husband, Paul, have a special-needs son as well as an energetic middle-school daughter. This home has an answer for everyone. Located down the street from the school, it is ideally situated for their daughter and a self-contained apartment off the great room accommodates all their son’s needs while giving his caretakers privacy—and the family theirs. The Matthews began the building process by taking their thoughts and needs to Stephanie Baldwin and her team at Edgewater Design Group. Beyond the above considerations, they wanted their new home to be low maintenance and to stand out architecturally, “But not so much that anyone would complain that it didn’t work in our neighborhood,” says Sara. “We were thrilled that Edgewater listened to us and were able to give us a unique-looking house that is meeting all our needs.” Lombardy LLC built this handsome home with Paul working alongside the construction crew throughout the project. The low maintenance exterior is a cutting-edge blend of stacked stone, black corrugated steel, black framed windows and Douglas fir soffits—elements that add up to an organic contemporary look. The use of black steel, including interior beams and the staircase system, lend an industrial vibe that is courtesy of the Matthews’ friend Dan Mello of Trimet Industries in Traverse City. The couple first met Dan, a metal fabricator, a number of years ago, right around the time they found out that their then two-year-old son would never be able to walk. After the couple explained to Dan that they couldn’t find a solution for a child who wasn’t big enough for a wheelchair, he designed a comfortable, rolling chair that was just perfect. They still use it. The couple’s gratitude for the chair resulted in a trusting relationship with Dan, so it was natural for them to welcome his talents into their home-building process. A maple floor finished to bring out all of its color-tones envelops the room in warmth. Alder doors and trim and a Doug fir ceiling reflect that warmth. Clearstory windows and floor-to-ceiling window banks fill the space with light—and with views of the spacious grounds that will become a canvas for Paul, a retired landscaper. The couple’s vibrant art pieces play off against modernist furniture and lighting that is due to an inspired collaboration between Sara and interior designer Kelly Paulsen. “She was absolutely instrumental to the project,” Sara says. “I went through two designers before I finally found Kelly.” The open clean-lined kitchen, butler’s pantry outfitted with a beverage center and Miele coffee machine (that allows guests to wait on themselves when Sara is cooking), and an outdoor room that centers around a wood-burning fireplace, all make for easy, fabulous entertaining. A den just off the great room houses the big-screen television and Sara’s loom— making for relaxing evenings of weaving, game watching and togetherness. Tourgoers will leave understanding that this house is everything great design should be. Form following function—and solving very human issues with soul-soothing style.

This 32” x 19” handmade stainless steel single basin undermount kitchen sink combines functionality, quality, and affordability. Perfect for any kitchen space, this undermount sink is made of surgical grade 16 gauge SUS 304 stainless steel, with an optimized 18pct chromium and 10pct nickel content to provide excellent strength and hardness. The specially chosen satin finish will hide water spots and maintain a uniform patina finish as the sink ages. The extra-deep basin accommodates pots and pans easily, but it also hides dirty dishes in the sink basin and under the countertop line. The tight-0.4" radius corners are perfectly blended through an automated machine buffing system, and careful hand polished, for a luxurious finish. This beautiful stainless steel undermount sink comes with a bottom grid to protect your sink from dents and scratches. The bottom grid is cushioned by soft protective bumper. This single bowl undermount kitchen sink is equipped with soundproofing system including a protective stone guard coating and extra thick rubber pads to create overall a very quiet sink. This coat is sprayed underneath the sink to prevent water condensation as well. This single basin kitchen sink comes with a luxury basket drain strainer, which is deeper and much more functional for catching food scraps than the regular strainers. These kitchen sinks are Canadian designed and meet the highest plumbing standards for North America. For added functionality, the stainless steel kitchen sink has a drain towards the rear, for better utilization of the space under the sink cabinet. Also, sink basins have drain grooves for optimal drainage. Very easy to install, this kitchen sink come with a template and mounting brackets. Experience the luxury and functionality of this amazing stainless steel undermount single basin kitchen sink, perfect fit for any kitchen environment.

The new kitchen features a layout that prioritizes openness, light, a beautiful view of the home’s backyard. Centered around a 4’x6′ island with countertop seating, the kitchen comfortably accommodates up to nine people, making it a perfect gathering place. A window over the farmhouse sink provides a direct view of the backyard garden, allowing the homeowners to watch their children play while cooking. A forest-inspired color palette governs the kitchens’ aesthetic, with deep green cabinetry and a custom tile backsplash adding texture and color. Floating shelves take the place of upper cabinets on most walls, keeping the space open and drawing attention to the backyard views and full-wall tile backsplash. The layout is designed for ease of movement, with ample counter space and a balance of work areas and seating to support everyday cooking and hosting.

The new kitchen features a layout that prioritizes openness, light, a beautiful view of the home’s backyard. Centered around a 4’x6′ island with countertop seating, the kitchen comfortably accommodates up to nine people, making it a perfect gathering place. A window over the farmhouse sink provides a direct view of the backyard garden, allowing the homeowners to watch their children play while cooking. A forest-inspired color palette governs the kitchens’ aesthetic, with deep green cabinetry and a custom tile backsplash adding texture and color. Floating shelves take the place of upper cabinets on most walls, keeping the space open and drawing attention to the backyard views and full-wall tile backsplash. The layout is designed for ease of movement, with ample counter space and a balance of work areas and seating to support everyday cooking and hosting.

An interior design refresh was exactly what this Toronto home needed! We wanted this client’s living room to have an updated look with some major wow-factor and increased function! Our interior design worked around the beautiful abstract art by pulling out those blue & gold tones in the pillows, accent chairs, and shelving display. Nesting tables are a great use of space and perfect when entertaining to extend the table out when you need it. Newly installed floating shelves also offer a stylish solution for display that doesn’t take up too much space and accommodates great use for a book display. Project completed by Toronto interior design firm Camden Lane Interiors, which serves Toronto. For more about Camden Lane Interiors, click here: https://www.camdenlaneinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.camdenlaneinteriors.com/portfolio-item/bloorwestresidence/

Located on leafy North Dayton in Chicago's fashionable Lincoln Park, this single-family home is the epitome of understated elegance in family living. This beautiful house features a swirling center staircase, two-story dining room, refined architectural detailing and the finest finishes. Windows and sky lights fill the space with natural light and provide ample views of the property's beautiful landscaping. A unique, elevated "green roof" stretches from the family room over the top of the 2½-car garage and creates an outdoor space that accommodates a fireplace, dining area and play place. With approximately 5,400 square feet of living space, this home features six bedrooms and 5.1 bathrooms, including an entire floor dedicated to the master suite. This home was developed as a speculative home during the Great Recession and went under contract in less than 30 days. Nathan Kirkman

Make your outdoor living space a bit more accommodating to guests and family alike with the addition of this 3-piece aluminum conversation set. Two club-style, cushioned patio chairs join a matching loveseat, providing enough seating for you and three good friends to laugh together for years to come. A perfect accompaniment to your existing collection of patio furniture; just as suitable as a stand-alone set for your backyard deck or porch. Easy to assemble and resistant to environmental damage.

The master bathroom has a calming in-home spa feel. We enlarged the shower to accommodate the owner's 6'3" tall husband and added a elegant oval soaking tub for her. Loads of new storage was gained with the new double vanity. Jonathan W. Miller

House Plan 4531 is a larger version (2,495 s.f.) of our most popular ranch Craftsman House Plan 1895 but with many new features. All of the bedrooms are larger and include walk-in closets. The secondary bedrooms each have private dressing/vanity areas and share a tub/toilet. The master bath boasts a walk-in shower showcased behind a garden tub. The walk-in-closet is huge. The kitchen is highlighted by an oversized island with an eating bar. More than adequate counter and cabinet space wraps this space, which is now wide-open to the family room. The dining room will accommodate a large table arrangement, perfect for holiday entertaining, and still includes an attractive see-thru fireplace shared with the family room. The utility room is now located off the main entrance to the home from a three-car garage. Keys, mail and coats are conveniently organized/stored upon entry from the garage in built-in cabinets. Access to the basement level is also now more conveniently located just down the hall from the foyer. A larger bonus room is still an option for this plan, or the stairs can swap ends for homes in locations where basements are more suitable for living than bonus/attic. To purchase or customize this home: https://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan/cherry-creek-4531/

Unique kitchen for a fun family who loves to bake and create special memories. When we stated this fun kitchen it was clear that we needed to customize the functionality as well as practicality to accommodate family's lifestyle who loved to cook and bake together on daily basis. This unique space was crafted with customize island that hosts a full butcher block for those special batters which will be baked in Double Ovens for delicious and worm gatherings. The island will host all the baking condiments and spacious pantries will host all the baking sheets to provide convenience of use. Added bonus was the electrical outlet build in to the Island for extra plug in for hand mixer and or electronic appliances. The cozy and spacious breakfast nook provides the perfect gather for the family to enjoy their creations together in a convenience of their kitchen. The minimalistic wall paper gives enough attention to the nook and creates balance between the different textures used through the kitchen. Family that cooks together stays together

The new kitchen features a layout that prioritizes openness, light, a beautiful view of the home’s backyard. Centered around a 4’x6′ island with countertop seating, the kitchen comfortably accommodates up to nine people, making it a perfect gathering place. A window over the farmhouse sink provides a direct view of the backyard garden, allowing the homeowners to watch their children play while cooking. A forest-inspired color palette governs the kitchens’ aesthetic, with deep green cabinetry and a custom tile backsplash adding texture and color. Floating shelves take the place of upper cabinets on most walls, keeping the space open and drawing attention to the backyard views and full-wall tile backsplash. The layout is designed for ease of movement, with ample counter space and a balance of work areas and seating to support everyday cooking and hosting.

Gorgeous hickory cabinets in a slate finish make a statement in this modern kitchen renovation by Thompson Remodeling. To create a clean contrast to the dark cabinetry, we installed white quartz countertops and a pale gray marble tile backsplash. The center island features a linear pendant light, lots of drawers for storage, and accommodates seating for four. A bar and beverage center offers space for a wine refrigerator and shelves for coffee and cocktail supplies. To open up this galley kitchen we removed walls between the kitchen and dining room.

THIS WAS A PLAN DESIGN & INTERIOR DESIGN PROJECT. The Aiken Hunt is a perfect home for a family with many family members. This home was designed for a family who has out of town guests often, and they needed a lot of space to spread out when everyone comes to town for holidays and gatherings. This home meets the demand. An open concept in the informal areas allows the family to be together when they want to, and separated formal rooms handle the task of formality when entertaining as such. Two Bedroom Suites with private baths, and one addition bedroom with hall bath access and a private Study (plus additional Bonus Room space) are on the second floor. The first floor accommodates a Two Story Foyer, Two Story Living Room, high ceiling Family Room, elaborate Kitchen with eat-in Informal Dining Space, Formal Dining, large Walk-in Closet in the Foyer, Laundry Room, 2 staircases, Master Suite with Sitting Area and a luxury Master Bathroom are all spacious yet, do not waste space. A great house all around.

The back deck and garage was designed to accommodate an active families needs. Dining and grilling space close to the house for every day use, and an open rooftop space with plenty or serving and flexible space for the families ever changing needs. The deck was made with IPE decking, and the clients are going to let it grey out rather than try to oil it yearly. The grey color will contrast perfectly with the polished stainless steel cable railings. The pergola has two areas with permanent shade panels. One area is completely covered with aluminum roofing to keep the young area dry, while the other side has loved shade panels made out of cedar to let light and air through, while also blocking the to afternoon sun. The planters are position to bock unwanted views and also to define exterior rooms.

This storage headboard features a hidden pullout shelf that makes it perfect for tight spaces that won't accommodate night stands. The central portion of the headboard lifts up to store bedding and seasonal items. Made of solid walnut and featuring strong and beautiful dovetail corners, this piece both beautiful and functional. The paneling options are limitless! See our other listings or start a conversation with us to ask about custom options. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Finishing and Sourcing: • We use Ethical, food and skin safe finishes and hardwood sourcing. • All products used are Carb II Formaldehyde Free Compliant. • Data sheets included with each purchase and available upon request. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Customizable Options: • Paneling choice is fully customizable +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Shipping or Delivery: We offer free personal delivery by us within 150 miles of Seattle Washington. We have also shipped this bed across country with detailed instructions to help you set it up with great success. Please ask about pricing.

This Chappaqua kitchen renovation completely reorganized the space in order to support the family’s needs. The kitchen was extended by six feet to allow room for a walk-in pantry with a built-in desk. The extra space also provided room for more counter space, an eight foot island, and an added wine refrigerator. The tray ceiling is set at the height of the original kitchen, and the rest of the ceiling was dropped to add drama to the space through use of crown molding detailing. All of the cabinetry is custom. The island has bookshelves at both ends, and a space for the dog’s water and food bowls. The quartzite slab backsplash adds a touch of modern sensibility. A fully custom chef’s kitchen gets warmed by the tin tray ceiling and polished nickel fittings. Interior Designer: Adams Interior Design Photo by: Daniel Contelmo Jr.

Crafted with a relaxed and effortless charm, this 5,600 SF shingle-style home offers views to the Isles of Shoals. The clients' goal was to create a warm and welcoming home that radiated both elegance and comfort while easily accommodating their newest additions to the family: their grandchildren. Despite the challenge posed by the lot's unique shape, the team worked hard so that the design seamlessly integrates with the property, avoiding any sense of imposition to the land or its inhabitants. To overcome this obstacle, the design team incorporated a custom fit angle into the floor plan, defining the open-concept rooms and perfectly aligning with the clients' vision of a friendly and casual space. The heart of the home lies in the open kitchen, with a generous granite island, a cozy breakfast nook, and adjacent open sitting areas. To ensure that the beauty of the Seacoast is always within sight, 30 strategically placed windows grace the waterside of the home, capturing the essence of the Shoals and inviting refreshing sea breezes into the interior.

One of the challenges of this large open space is the traffic lane to the terrace, which cuts right through the living area, which also has the only wall that can accommodate a flat-screen TV. Thoughtful furniture placement divides up the space, so that you can easily move from one area to another. Each piece of custom artwork, all different in style, not only works well together but also directs your eyes from one spot to the next, as do the pops of colour in this neutral colour palette. Wallpaper adds that final touch. This space perfectly captures a lifetime of adventure and even includes one piece of artwork from my client's art collection that they courageously parted when they decided to embrace a completely new look.