Built by Schumacher Homes, America's Largest Custom Home Builder, this stunning Beverly II Modern Hill Country in Greensboro, North Carolina, effortlessly balances classic architectural details with modern elements. As a larger version of our extremely popular Beverly floor plan, this layout is expertly engineered with increased square footage to comfortably accommodate all of life's everyday needs. The absolute hub of the home is an open-concept deluxe kitchen featuring a large central kitchen island designed for eating, remote schoolwork, and daily cooking. This culinary space flows seamlessly into the great room and dining area, creating a bright, interconnected layout that serves as the perfect canvas for entertaining family and friends. This main-level living space transitions beautifully into a sunlit morning room designed to bring the day’s first light into the home. Just off the foyer, an adaptive flex room stands open to your interpretation—easily functioning as a sophisticated formal dining room, private flexible home office, or children's playroom. The thoughtful design acts as a premium private sanctuary when it is time to unwind. The massive primary owner's retreat offers a quiet escape from the daily grind, elevated by a show-stopping reserve cove ceiling that adds unique architectural detail and depth to the private space. The spa-like primary suite is further enhanced by a luxurious owner's bath, fully appointed with dual vanities and independent dual walk-in closets for optimal organization. Tucked away on the opposite side of the home, the secondary bedrooms ensure ultimate privacy for everyone in the household. Expanding the home's functional footprint, a massive bonus room over the garage serves as a versatile upper flex zone, providing the ideal setting for a family media room, home workout fitness studio, or dedicated children's playroom.

Most people who have lived in Auckland for a long time remember The Heritage Grand Tearoom, a beautiful large room with an incredible high-stud art-deco ceiling. So we were beyond honoured to be a part of this, as projects of these types don’t come around very often. Because The Heritage Grand Tea Room is a Heritage site, nothing could be fixed into the existing structure. Therefore, everything had to be self-supporting, which is why everything was made out of steel. And that’s where the first challenge began. The first step was getting the steel into the space. And due to the lack of access through the hotel, it had to come up through a window that was 1500x1500 with a 200 tonne mobile crane. We had to custom fabricate a 9m long cage to accommodate the steel with rollers on the bottom of it that was engineered and certified. Once it was time to start building, we had to lay out the footprints of the foundations to set out the base layer of the mezzanine. This was an important part of the process as every aspect of the build relies on this stage being perfect. Due to the restrictions of the Heritage building and load ratings on the floor, there was a lot of steel required. A large part of the challenge was to have the structural fabrication up to an architectural quality painted to a Matte Black finish. The last big challenge was bringing both the main and spiral staircase into the space, as well as the stanchions, as they are very large structures. We brought individual pieces up in the elevator and welded on site in order to bring the design to life. Although this was a tricky project, it was an absolute pleasure working with the owners of this incredible Heritage site and we are very proud of the final product.

Today’s basements are much more than dark, dingy spaces or rec rooms of years ago. Because homeowners are spending more time in them, basements have evolved into lower-levels with distinctive spaces, complete with stone and marble fireplaces, sitting areas, coffee and wine bars, home theaters, over sized guest suites and bathrooms that rival some of the most luxurious resort accommodations. Gracing the lakeshore of Lake Beulah, this homes lower-level presents a beautiful opening to the deck and offers dynamic lake views. To take advantage of the home’s placement, the homeowner wanted to enhance the lower-level and provide a more rustic feel to match the home’s main level, while making the space more functional for boating equipment and easy access to the pier and lakefront. Jeff Auberger designed a seating area to transform into a theater room with a touch of a button. A hidden screen descends from the ceiling, offering a perfect place to relax after a day on the lake. Our team worked with a local company that supplies reclaimed barn board to add to the decor and finish off the new space. Using salvaged wood from a corn crib located in nearby Delavan, Jeff designed a charming area near the patio door that features two closets behind sliding barn doors and a bench nestled between the closets, providing an ideal spot to hang wet towels and store flip flops after a day of boating. The reclaimed barn board was also incorporated into built-in shelving alongside the fireplace and an accent wall in the updated kitchenette. Lastly the children in this home are fans of the Harry Potter book series, so naturally, there was a Harry Potter themed cupboard under the stairs created. This cozy reading nook features Hogwartz banners and wizarding wands that would amaze any fan of the book series.

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW This family from Wheaton was ready to remodel their kitchen, dining room and powder room. The project didn’t call for any structural or space planning changes but the makeover still had a massive impact on their home. The homeowners wanted to change their dated 1990’s brown speckled granite and light maple kitchen. They liked the welcoming feeling they got from the wood and warm tones in their current kitchen, but this style clashed with their vision of a deVOL type kitchen, a London-based furniture company. Their inspiration came from the country homes of the UK that mix the warmth of traditional detail with clean lines and modern updates. To create their vision, we started with all new framed cabinets with a modified overlay painted in beautiful, understated colors. Our clients were adamant about “no white cabinets.” Instead we used an oyster color for the perimeter and a custom color match to a specific shade of green chosen by the homeowner. The use of a simple color pallet reduces the visual noise and allows the space to feel open and welcoming. We also painted the trim above the cabinets the same color to make the cabinets look taller. The room trim was painted a bright clean white to match the ceiling. In true English fashion our clients are not coffee drinkers, but they LOVE tea. We created a tea station for them where they can prepare and serve tea. We added plenty of glass to showcase their tea mugs and adapted the cabinetry below to accommodate storage for their tea items. Function is also key for the English kitchen and the homeowners. They requested a deep farmhouse sink and a cabinet devoted to their heavy mixer because they bake a lot. We then got rid of the stovetop on the island and wall oven and replaced both of them with a range located against the far wall. This gives them plenty of space on the island to roll out dough and prepare any number of baked goods. We then removed the bifold pantry doors and created custom built-ins with plenty of usable storage for all their cooking and baking needs. The client wanted a big change to the dining room but still wanted to use their own furniture and rug. We installed a toile-like wallpaper on the top half of the room and supported it with white wainscot paneling. We also changed out the light fixture, showing us once again that small changes can have a big impact. As the final touch, we also re-did the powder room to be in line with the rest of the first floor. We had the new vanity painted in the same oyster color as the kitchen cabinets and then covered the walls in a whimsical patterned wallpaper. Although the homeowners like subtle neutral colors they were willing to go a bit bold in the powder room for something unexpected. For more design inspiration go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Built by Schumacher Homes, America's Largest Custom Home Builder, this stunning Olivia Modern Hill Country in Louisville, Kentucky, effortlessly balances classic architectural details with modern elements. Truly the heart of the home, the high-end kitchen incorporates the latest trends in custom residential design, showcasing a massive central kitchen island with seating on two sides and picturesque views from the kitchen sink looking out into the backyard. Boosting day-to-day efficiency, the layout features a highly innovative, oversized combined pantry and laundry room zone for seamless home organization. The main level is further elevated by stunning interior brick walls finished with a timeless German Schmear construction technique, mimicking the look of irregular stones and heavy mortar joints to add rich texture and classic design. Off the main living space, a custom flex room serves as a sophisticated lounge for casual conversation with family and friends, complete with premium built-in wine storage. The thoughtful layout flows beautifully across both levels to accommodate a bustling family lifestyle. The primary owner's bath features dual vanities to ensure morning routines run smoothly, while the secondary upstairs bedrooms are anchored by a highly functional Jack-and-Jill bathroom layout. Overlooking the main floor is a massive second-story loft designed for ultimate versatility. This expansive upper bonus area doubles as a dedicated learning center and study hub, complete with a custom built-in desk that is perfectly tailored for homeschooling, remote work, or creative projects.

Photographer: Chuck Heiney Crossing the threshold, you know this is the home you’ve always dreamed of. At home in any neighborhood, Pineleigh’s architectural style and family-focused floor plan offers timeless charm yet is geared toward today’s relaxed lifestyle. Full of light, warmth and thoughtful details that make a house a home, Pineleigh enchants from the custom entryway that includes a mahogany door, columns and a peaked roof. Two outdoor porches to the home’s left side offer plenty of spaces to enjoy outdoor living, making this cedar-shake-covered design perfect for a waterfront or woodsy lot. Inside, more than 2,000 square feet await on the main level. The family cook is never isolated in the spacious central kitchen, which is located on the back of the house behind the large, 17 by 30-foot living room and 12 by 18 formal dining room which functions for both formal and casual occasions and is adjacent to the charming screened-in porch and outdoor patio. Distinctive details include a large foyer, a private den/office with built-ins and all of the extras a family needs – an eating banquette in the kitchen as well as a walk-in pantry, first-floor laundry, cleaning closet and a mud room near the 1,000square foot garage stocked with built-in lockers and a three-foot bench. Upstairs is another covered deck and a dreamy 18 by 13-foot master bedroom/bath suite with deck access for enjoying morning coffee or late-night stargazing. Three additional bedrooms and a bath accommodate a growing family, as does the 1,700-square foot lower level, where an additional bar/kitchen with counter, a billiards space and an additional guest bedroom, exercise space and two baths complete the extensive offerings.

Welcome to the beach house! We are pleased to share the photos from this OBX, NC beach house we decorated for one of our existing local clients. We were happy to travel to NC to assist in setting up their vacation home. Setting the tone in the entryway we selected furnishings with a coastal vibe. This console is 80 inches in length and is accented with beachy accessories and artwork. This home has a fantastic open concept living area that is perfect for large family gatherings. We furnished a dining space for ten, a family room with a large sectional that will provide seating for a crowd, and added game table with chairs for overflow. The dining table offers seating for 10 and includes 6 chairs and a bench seat that will comfortably sit 4. We selected a striped area rug in vibrant shades of blues and greens to give the space a coastal vibe. In the mudroom, shiplap walls, bench seating, cubbies and towel hooks are both pretty and hugely functional! A restful sleep awaits in the primary bedroom of this OBX beach house! A king size bed made of sand-blasted solid Rustic Poplar with metal accents and coordinating bedside tables create a rustic-yet-modern vibe. A large-scale mirror features a dark bronze frame with antique mirror side panels and corners with copper cladding and nail head details. For texture and comfort, we selected an area rug crafted from hand tufted ivory wool and rescued denim. Sheer window treatments keep the room light and airy. Need a sleeping space at your vacation home for the children? We created a bunk bed configuration that maximizes space and accommodates sleeping for eight at our client's OBX beach house. It's super functional and also fun! Stairwells with soaring ceilings call for statement lighting! We are in love with this gorgeous chandelier we chose for our client's OBX beach house.

Built by Schumacher Homes, America's Largest Custom Home Builder, this stunning Beverly II Modern Hill Country in Greensboro, North Carolina, effortlessly balances classic architectural details with modern elements. As a larger version of our extremely popular Beverly floor plan, this layout is expertly engineered with increased square footage to comfortably accommodate all of life's everyday needs. The absolute hub of the home is an open-concept deluxe kitchen featuring a large central kitchen island designed for eating, remote schoolwork, and daily cooking. This culinary space flows seamlessly into the great room and dining area, creating a bright, interconnected layout that serves as the perfect canvas for entertaining family and friends. This main-level living space transitions beautifully into a sunlit morning room designed to bring the day’s first light into the home. Just off the foyer, an adaptive flex room stands open to your interpretation—easily functioning as a sophisticated formal dining room, private flexible home office, or children's playroom. The thoughtful design acts as a premium private sanctuary when it is time to unwind. The massive primary owner's retreat offers a quiet escape from the daily grind, elevated by a show-stopping reserve cove ceiling that adds unique architectural detail and depth to the private space. The spa-like primary suite is further enhanced by a luxurious owner's bath, fully appointed with dual vanities and independent dual walk-in closets for optimal organization. Tucked away on the opposite side of the home, the secondary bedrooms ensure ultimate privacy for everyone in the household. Expanding the home's functional footprint, a massive bonus room over the garage serves as a versatile upper flex zone, providing the ideal setting for a family media room, home workout fitness studio, or dedicated children's playroom.

Built by Schumacher Homes, America's Largest Custom Home Builder, this stunning Beverly II Modern Hill Country in Greensboro, North Carolina, effortlessly balances classic architectural details with modern elements. As a larger version of our extremely popular Beverly floor plan, this layout is expertly engineered with increased square footage to comfortably accommodate all of life's everyday needs. The absolute hub of the home is an open-concept deluxe kitchen featuring a large central kitchen island designed for eating, remote schoolwork, and daily cooking. This culinary space flows seamlessly into the great room and dining area, creating a bright, interconnected layout that serves as the perfect canvas for entertaining family and friends. This main-level living space transitions beautifully into a sunlit morning room designed to bring the day’s first light into the home. Just off the foyer, an adaptive flex room stands open to your interpretation—easily functioning as a sophisticated formal dining room, private flexible home office, or children's playroom. The thoughtful design acts as a premium private sanctuary when it is time to unwind. The massive primary owner's retreat offers a quiet escape from the daily grind, elevated by a show-stopping reserve cove ceiling that adds unique architectural detail and depth to the private space. The spa-like primary suite is further enhanced by a luxurious owner's bath, fully appointed with dual vanities and independent dual walk-in closets for optimal organization. Tucked away on the opposite side of the home, the secondary bedrooms ensure ultimate privacy for everyone in the household. Expanding the home's functional footprint, a massive bonus room over the garage serves as a versatile upper flex zone, providing the ideal setting for a family media room, home workout fitness studio, or dedicated children's playroom.

Built by Schumacher Homes, America's Largest Custom Home Builder, this stunning Olivia Modern Hill Country in Louisville, Kentucky, effortlessly balances classic architectural details with modern elements. Truly the heart of the home, the high-end kitchen incorporates the latest trends in custom residential design, showcasing a massive central kitchen island with seating on two sides and picturesque views from the kitchen sink looking out into the backyard. Boosting day-to-day efficiency, the layout features a highly innovative, oversized combined pantry and laundry room zone for seamless home organization. The main level is further elevated by stunning interior brick walls finished with a timeless German Schmear construction technique, mimicking the look of irregular stones and heavy mortar joints to add rich texture and classic design. Off the main living space, a custom flex room serves as a sophisticated lounge for casual conversation with family and friends, complete with premium built-in wine storage. The thoughtful layout flows beautifully across both levels to accommodate a bustling family lifestyle. The primary owner's bath features dual vanities to ensure morning routines run smoothly, while the secondary upstairs bedrooms are anchored by a highly functional Jack-and-Jill bathroom layout. Overlooking the main floor is a massive second-story loft designed for ultimate versatility. This expansive upper bonus area doubles as a dedicated learning center and study hub, complete with a custom built-in desk that is perfectly tailored for homeschooling, remote work, or creative projects.

The Setup This project reimagines a shared bathroom for three young sisters, balancing functionality, aesthetics, and future growth. Originally affected by a flood, the space required a full renovation. The homeowners initially planned to retain the existing layout, but the need to incorporate a second-floor washer and dryer prompted a fresh approach to the design. Design objectives: Create a layout that accommodates three growing sisters while ensuring privacy and functionality. Win space for a new second-floor stacked washer and dryer to meet the family’s laundry needs. Design a bathroom that feels youthful yet timeless, growing with the girls as they transition from toddlers to teens. Include ample storage for everyday essentials. The Remodel Design challenges to be solved: The need to incorporate a washer and dryer without compromising existing bedroom/bathroom storage. Creating functional storage for a shared bathroom. Designing a space that is both child-friendly and timeless. Maximizing privacy in a shared bathroom. Adding personality without making the space feel overly juvenile. The Renewed Space Design solutions: Repurposed a small walk-in closet in an adjacent bedroom to house a stackable washer and dryer accessible from the hallway. Built a new, larger closet on the opposite side to maintain bedroom storage. Installed spacious base cabinets and drawers in each vanity area, ensuring sufficient storage for all three sisters. Used feminine yet subtle plaid patterned mosaic tiles, neutral countertops with light movement, and soft tones to ensure longevity and adaptability. Improved the Jill-and-Jill layout with two separate vanity areas and a shared toilet and shower zone. Kept pocket doors for enhanced privacy and space efficiency. Incorporated blingy light fixtures, decorative mirrors, and hooks for towels to strike the perfect balance between fun and elegance. This refreshed bathroom blends thoughtful functionality with a timeless aesthetic, meeting the immediate needs of a busy household while creating a space that can adapt to the family’s future.

Photo by Jim Raycroft Our client for this project, an amateur pianist, wanted to create a music room for a nice new piano he was planning to purchase. The project scope would also include a new kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living space, but the new piano was the priority. LIFTING THE CEILING The client was moving into a row house, and hoped to accommodate occasional gatherings of musician friends for informal recitals. Because acoustics were important we asked sound engineers from Acentech to visit the site. They noted that the ideal space would have higher ceilings and would be more like a cube than the “half a cube” we were dealing with. “How can we raise the ceiling and make the space a cube?” our client asked. Designer Josy Raycroft started to explore the possibility of combining the second and third floor units by removing the front half of second floor ceiling, thereby opening up a 2-story music space in the shape of a nearly perfect cube. Thus, the project turned from a straightforward floor plan modification into a complete reimagining of the whole row house, with the client’s new Steinway D as the focal point. Josy and the client started with the piano and created the space around it. ADDRESSING EVERYDAY NEEDS For the client’s more mundane needs, Josy switched the location of the bathroom and kitchen—moving the bathroom towards the middle of the second floor where it would be convenient to the rest of the spaces, and placing the kitchen towards the back. The remainder of the third floor was transformed into bedroom and office space open to the music room below. Products and finishes coordinator Karin Mahdavi worked with the client to select understated finishes for the living spaces so that they would support the piano room without competing with it. As a result the living spaces flow seamlessly into the piano space, creating a coherent whole out of the different parts, kind of like a Schubert piano sonata.

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Inspiration for a coastal bedroom remodel in New York

Photographer: Chuck Heiney Crossing the threshold, you know this is the home you’ve always dreamed of. At home in any neighborhood, Pineleigh’s architectural style and family-focused floor plan offers timeless charm yet is geared toward today’s relaxed lifestyle. Full of light, warmth and thoughtful details that make a house a home, Pineleigh enchants from the custom entryway that includes a mahogany door, columns and a peaked roof. Two outdoor porches to the home’s left side offer plenty of spaces to enjoy outdoor living, making this cedar-shake-covered design perfect for a waterfront or woodsy lot. Inside, more than 2,000 square feet await on the main level. The family cook is never isolated in the spacious central kitchen, which is located on the back of the house behind the large, 17 by 30-foot living room and 12 by 18 formal dining room which functions for both formal and casual occasions and is adjacent to the charming screened-in porch and outdoor patio. Distinctive details include a large foyer, a private den/office with built-ins and all of the extras a family needs – an eating banquette in the kitchen as well as a walk-in pantry, first-floor laundry, cleaning closet and a mud room near the 1,000square foot garage stocked with built-in lockers and a three-foot bench. Upstairs is another covered deck and a dreamy 18 by 13-foot master bedroom/bath suite with deck access for enjoying morning coffee or late-night stargazing. Three additional bedrooms and a bath accommodate a growing family, as does the 1,700-square foot lower level, where an additional bar/kitchen with counter, a billiards space and an additional guest bedroom, exercise space and two baths complete the extensive offerings.

Master Bedroom designed and built for private home. This master bedroom/bathroom won an Aurora Award for the over $3,000,000 category. Photographed by Everette & Soule, Inc

The modern feel of this master bathroom designed by Stoneunlimited Kitchen and Bath Remodeling has the perfect balance of warm and cool tones that create a space that is striking. While the walls, flooring and finishes are all cool toned, the custom made vanity, wardrobe and full length mirror add a visual component that makes the space both warm and welcoming. This master bathroom has all the spa-like benefits that one could ever desire. The 68” acrylic soaking tub sits upon wood plank porcelain tiles that extend into the shower and provide the look of wood without the maintenance. The floor is heated and controlled by a programmable thermostat. A heated towel rack provides the benefit of having warm towels whenever needed. The shower enclosure showcases the aesthetics of the tile, tile work, modern fixtures and 36” Effendi Linear Shower Drain that adds another touch of modern appeal. This spacious master bathroom features: Tile: Floor to Ceiling and Tub Surround: 13x39 Laja Blanco Floor: Wood Plank Porcelain Tiles Vanity, Wardrobe & Mirror: Custom designed to accommodate the client’s needs Modern Design to conceal hidden storage in all 3 units Vanity Top: Quartz Fixtures: Kohler Tub: Gena Acrylic Slipper Tub Towel Warmer: Brenton 20” Extra Tall Hard Wired Heated Floors: Warmly Yours with Touch Programmable Thermostat

The modern feel of this master bathroom designed by Stoneunlimited Kitchen and Bath Remodeling has the perfect balance of warm and cool tones that create a space that is striking. While the walls, flooring and finishes are all cool toned, the custom made vanity, wardrobe and full length mirror add a visual component that makes the space both warm and welcoming. This master bathroom has all the spa-like benefits that one could ever desire. The 68” acrylic soaking tub sits upon wood plank porcelain tiles that extend into the shower and provide the look of wood without the maintenance. The floor is heated and controlled by a programmable thermostat. A heated towel rack provides the benefit of having warm towels whenever needed. The shower enclosure showcases the aesthetics of the tile, tile work, modern fixtures and 36” Effendi Linear Shower Drain that adds another touch of modern appeal. This spacious master bathroom features: Tile: Floor to Ceiling and Tub Surround: 13x39 Laja Blanco Floor: Wood Plank Porcelain Tiles Vanity, Wardrobe & Mirror: Custom designed to accommodate the client’s needs Modern Design to conceal hidden storage in all 3 units Vanity Top: Quartz Fixtures: Kohler Tub: Gena Acrylic Slipper Tub Towel Warmer: Brenton 20” Extra Tall Hard Wired Heated Floors: Warmly Yours with Touch Programmable Thermostat

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