McKeesport Downtown Housing, formerly a YMCA, is an 84-unit SRO for people at risk of homelessness. The old brick and terracotta building was important historically for McKeesport. The decision to design the project to Passive House criteria actually went a long way to making the pro-forma work. This project was the first large scale retrofit to be designed to meet Passive House Standards in the US. Another major concern of the project team was to maintain the historic charm of the building. Space was at a premium and a reorganization of space allowed for making larger resident rooms. Through a community process with various stakeholders, amenities were identified and added to the project, including a community room, a bike storage area, exterior smoking balconies, single-user rest rooms, a bed bug room for non-toxic treatment of bed bugs, and communal kitchens to provide healthy options for food. The renovation includes new additional lighting, air-conditioning, make-up air and ventilation systems, an elevator, and cooking facilities. A cold-weather shelter, 60-day emergency housing, bridge housing, and section 8 apartment rentals make up the housing programs within the shelter. Thoughtful Balance designed the interiors, and selected the furniture for durability and resistance to bed bugs. The project team worked closely with Zola Windows to specify a unique uPVC window that not only offers passive house performance levels at an affordable cost, but also harmonizes with the building’s historic aesthetic. Zola’s American Heritage SDH (simulated double hung) from the popular, budget-friendly Thermo uPVC line was specified for the project. The windows implemented in this project feature a lower tilt & turn window and a fixed upper for maximum airtightness and thermal performance. The implementation of these windows helped the project team achieve a very significant energy consumption reduction of at least 75%. Photographer: Alexander Denmarsh

Inspiration for a contemporary open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room remodel in San Francisco with white walls

Basement theatre. Video projector with retractable 110" projection screen. 7.2 speaker system with in-ceiling speakers and floor standing subwoofers. Lutron lighting is controllable via the universal remote control. Photo's by FYM Photography

Basement theatre. Video projector with retractable 110" projection screen. 7.2 speaker system with in-ceiling speakers and floor standing subwoofers. Lutron lighting is controllable via the universal remote control. Photo's by FYM Photography

For this project, we took the property all the way down to the studs to perform a total gut renovation while also adding over 900 square feet to the existing property. The overall goal of this project was to completely transform an outdated home with a larger footprint that also made better use of the existing space. A few interesting components of how we did this were transforming the kitchen and living room completely by taking out the back wall and increasing the space by 200%, installing brand new drywall and flooring throughout the home and new contemporary and functional tilework in the bathrooms and kitchen.

See what our client say about Paul Lopa Designs: My wife and I consider Paul Lopa to one of the best designer / contractors on Staten Island. He handled our recent bathroom renovation with the utmost professionalism and skill. His knowledge of home construction is definitely a plus when working a project such as our 50 year old bathroom. Every facet of the plan, from design, demolition and rebuilding, was managed expertly and skillfully. Most importantly Paul’s timeline was accurate and work was performed every day without fail. Preparation, such as dust covers, and clean up were also a big plus. We would recommend Paul and his team to anyone regardless of the size or scope of the project. We are great full to him for getting us through the project. Haw, Ron

Raised panel cherry cabinetry and granite countertops create a luxury Mediterranean kitchen rich in natural texture. A stone cooking backsplash, arched wood hood and custom cabinet details coordinate the working kitchen with the adjoining dining area. Text us at (484) 278-1764 or call (215) 482-0700 to explore your kitchen, bathroom or home transformation today.

For this stunning project in Bedminster, NJ, we installed two Andersen 100 Series double-hung windows and a 100 Series gliding patio door, seamlessly blending modern elegance with exceptional performance. The sleek black exterior finish adds a bold, contemporary look to the home’s façade, while the clean white interior complements the indoor decor, creating a timeless, versatile aesthetic. Known for their durability and energy efficiency, the Andersen 100 Series is crafted from Fibrex® material, ensuring lasting performance with minimal maintenance. This installation not only enhances the home’s curb appeal but also provides improved functionality and energy savings. With our meticulous attention to detail, the result is a perfect balance of style, comfort, and reliability.

This contemporary Sedona By Lynx Outdoor Kitchen Project was completed late 2015 as part of an outdoor living area of model home for a prominent developer in South Florida. This outdoor kitchen maintains a minimalistic approach with a straight one level layout, clean lines and plenty of space. the dimensions of this outdoor kitchen (13ft wide – 36 inches tall – 30 inches deep) fit perfectly along an IPE wood backdrop which provides a beautiful contrast. the materials used to finish the outdoor kitchen included a white Lapitec countertop and and a light gray thin stone wall finish material. This contemporary Sedona By Lynx Outdoor Kitchen Project was completed late 2015 as part of an outdoor living area of model home for a prominent developer in South Florida. This outdoor kitchen maintains a minimalistic approach with a straight one level layout, clean lines and plenty of space. the dimensions of this outdoor kitchen (13ft wide – 36 inches tall – 30 inches deep) fit perfectly along an IPE wood backdrop which provides a beautiful contrast. the materials used to finish the outdoor kitchen included a white Lapitec countertop and and a light gray thin stone wall finish material. the Appliances Featured in this outdoor kitchen are all part of the Sedona By Lynx line; a little about Sedona: “The true value of a grill is in the cooking performance, ease of use and enduring beauty it brings to your outdoor kitchen. by every measure Sedona by Lynx clearly stands apart. Sedona grills and related accessories are designed in every detail to exceed your expectations and enhance your outdoor entertainment pleasure. Crafted by the Lynx specialist at the Lynx factory in Southern California, each Sedona grill displays the meticulous fit, finish and high-quality materials that have made Lynx products the favorites among grilling enthusiast.” Products Featured: Sedona 36 inch Grill Sedona 36 inch Double Doors Sedona Double Side Burner Sedona 17 inch Double Drawer Delta Heat trash center Summit 24 inch refrigerator For more information regarding this or any of our other projects thought south Florida or If you would like to purchase this Outdoor kitchen appliance package with a blue print of this outdoor kitchen please send us an email store@luxapatio.com or visit Our Online Store www.store.luxapatio.com

Florida Bomanite’s **Resinous Flooring Systems** provide a seamless, durable solution for spaces that demand both performance and a polished appearance. Designed for commercial, industrial, hospitality, healthcare, and high-traffic environments, these systems create a clean, resilient surface built to withstand daily use. Available in a range of colors, textures, and decorative finishes, resinous flooring can be customized to complement the design of each project while offering resistance to wear, chemicals, moisture, and frequent cleaning. From functional back-of-house areas to finished public spaces, Florida Bomanite delivers resinous systems that combine durability, ease of maintenance, and design versatility in one high-performance flooring solution.

Beautiful palatine, il home with new fiberglass windows (Beechworth Windows). Interior of the windows are real wood; the exterior is pure fiberglass (not wood-clad). these are double hung windows in white with a colonial grid pattern in grilles-between-glass. A collection of replacement windows, fiber cement siding, vinyl siding and other exterior remodeling projects executed with world-class installation. We offer a no-pressure consultation, two design centers and a transparent look at projects so you achieve your vision and feel good in knowing the products will perform as expected.

Located on the Knife River just outside Mora, MN this family hunting cabin has year round functionality. In the winter, this home benefits from our insulated 16″ Hand Hewn EverLogs for an energy efficient performance that can outlast the long harsh Midwest winters. Energy efficiency is a key benefit in all of our projects. For this fishing and hunting cabin, the owner is guaranteed a warm and dry cabin to return to after a day of duck hunting or snowmobiling. Saddle notch corners with wide chink lines also add a rustic look and feel. Howard Homes Inc. designed and built this cabin.

Our studio created the welcoming environment our client wanted for entertaining family and friends around the year. The pretty farmhouse-style kitchen has a lovely backsplash, comfortable seating, and traditional sink. The living room offers a cozy vibe for conversation with a stylish black-tile fireplace facing a plush sofa and accent chairs in light-colored performance fabrics and an elegant black armchair. The dining room features a beautiful wooden table, elegantly upholstered chairs, and stunning pendant lighting above the table for an attractive focal point. ---Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/portfolio/elegant-craftsman/

Luxurious comfort in a high-end home theater that is designed for entertaining. Features include comfortable 2-level seating, wet bar, acoustically tuned fabric walls, and high-performance audio and video. The Custom Quality Theaters showroom is located in the basement of an actual home and provides an excellent starting point for discussions about a client's theater project.

Looking out to the southeast. A great connection to the outdoors. The remarkable thing about Passivhaus is that, had we been able to source the right windows at the time of construction we could have had all of this lovely connection to the outside and =still= met the most rigorous energy standard in the world. The glazing was close to 50% of the floor area! The right windows (with even higher performance than the ones shown) became available two months later...and are now the ones we use for almost all of our projects.

A uniform and cohesive look adds simplicity to the overall aesthetic, supporting the minimalist design of this boathouse. The A5s is Glo’s slimmest profile, allowing for more glass, less frame, and wider sightlines. The concealed hinge creates a clean interior look while also providing a more energy-efficient air-tight window. The increased performance is also seen in the triple pane glazing used in both series. The windows and doors alike provide a larger continuous thermal break, multiple air seals, high-performance spacers, Low-E glass, and argon filled glazing, with U-values as low as 0.20. Energy efficiency and effortless minimalism create a breathtaking Scandinavian-style remodel.

The owners of this home came to us with a plan to build a new high-performance home that physically and aesthetically fit on an infill lot in an old well-established neighborhood in Bellingham. The Craftsman exterior detailing, Scandinavian exterior color palette, and timber details help it blend into the older neighborhood. At the same time the clean modern interior allowed their artistic details and displayed artwork take center stage. We started working with the owners and the design team in the later stages of design, sharing our expertise with high-performance building strategies, custom timber details, and construction cost planning. Our team then seamlessly rolled into the construction phase of the project, working with the owners and Michelle, the interior designer until the home was complete. The owners can hardly believe the way it all came together to create a bright, comfortable, and friendly space that highlights their applied details and favorite pieces of art. Photography by Radley Muller Photography​ Design by Deborah Todd Building Design Services Interior Design by Spiral Studios​

Florida Bomanite’s **Resinous Flooring Systems** provide a seamless, durable solution for spaces that demand both performance and a polished appearance. Designed for commercial, industrial, hospitality, healthcare, and high-traffic environments, these systems create a clean, resilient surface built to withstand daily use. Available in a range of colors, textures, and decorative finishes, resinous flooring can be customized to complement the design of each project while offering resistance to wear, chemicals, moisture, and frequent cleaning. From functional back-of-house areas to finished public spaces, Florida Bomanite delivers resinous systems that combine durability, ease of maintenance, and design versatility in one high-performance flooring solution.