Situated on the west slope of Mt. Baker Ridge, this remodel takes a contemporary view on traditional elements to maximize space, lightness and spectacular views of downtown Seattle and Puget Sound. We were approached by Vertical Construction Group to help a client bring their 1906 craftsman into the 21st century. The original home had many redeeming qualities that were unfortunately compromised by an early 2000’s renovation. This left the new homeowners with awkward and unusable spaces. After studying numerous space plans and roofline modifications, we were able to create quality interior and exterior spaces that reflected our client’s needs and design sensibilities. The resulting master suite, living space, roof deck(s) and re-invented kitchen are great examples of a successful collaboration between homeowner and design and build teams.

Rebecca Westover
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless light wood floor and beige floor foyer remodel in Salt Lake City with white walls and a glass front door

Huge trendy master black and white tile and ceramic tile white floor freestanding bathtub photo in Cincinnati with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls and a vessel sink

Vanity in a rosewood finish with onyx tile accents and floating shelve over tub. Photography by: Jeffrey E. Tryon
Walk-in shower - mid-sized modern master beige tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and beige floor walk-in shower idea in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, quartzite countertops, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door

Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in New York

Rebecca Zajac
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master white tile and subway tile ceramic tile freestanding bathtub remodel in Las Vegas with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls and a hinged shower door

Hulya Kolabas
Walk-in shower - small contemporary white tile and porcelain tile brick floor walk-in shower idea in New York with a wall-mount sink, white walls, open cabinets, stainless steel countertops and dark wood cabinets

A view through the garden rooms, a gravel path leads through to the many spaces. The path is lined with cushwa brick outlining the spaces. Terra cotta containers are filled with boxwood and petunia; pachysandra and bugleweed ground cover fill the flanking and center beds. A cast iron bench offers an opportunity to sit and enjoy the space, with the fountain creating a pleasant sound. The wall is graced with two standard form lilacs. Photo Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan

Two large 72"x16" flat panel pull-outs for pantry items and cleaning storage. design: Marta Kruszelnicka photo: Todd Gieg
Mid-sized trendy medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and gray walls

The goal for these clients was to build a new home with a transitional design that was large enough for their children and grandchildren to visit, but small enough to age in place comfortably with a budget they could afford on their retirement income. They wanted an open floor plan, with plenty of wall space for art and strong connections between indoor and outdoor spaces to maintain the original garden feeling of the lot. A unique combination of cultures is reflected in the home – the husband is from Haiti and the wife from Switzerland. The resulting traditional design aesthetic is an eclectic blend of Caribbean and Old World flair. Jim Barsch Photography

Ty Cole Photography
Trendy kitchen/dining room combo photo in DC Metro with white walls and no fireplace

photos by Steve Chenn
Example of a mountain style kitchen design in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets and stainless steel appliances

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Nicolas Arellano
Mid-sized urban master beige tile and porcelain tile ceramic tile doorless shower photo in New York with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet and white walls

Ryann Ford
This is an example of a contemporary partial sun concrete paver landscaping in Austin with a fire pit.

Photo: Sarah M. Young | smyphoto
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Elegant dark wood floor living room photo in Indianapolis with beige walls

Living room - large contemporary open concept and formal medium tone wood floor living room idea in Salt Lake City with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace, white walls and no tv

Architect: Blaine Bonadies, Bonadies Architect Photography By: Jean Allsopp Photography “Just as described, there is an edgy, irreverent vibe here, but the result has an appropriate stature and seriousness. Love the overscale windows. And the outdoor spaces are so great.” Situated atop an old Civil War battle site, this new residence was conceived for a couple with southern values and a rock-and-roll attitude. The project consists of a house, a pool with a pool house and a renovated music studio. A marriage of modern and traditional design, this project used a combination of California redwood siding, stone and a slate roof with flat-seam lead overhangs. Intimate and well planned, there is no space wasted in this home. The execution of the detail work, such as handmade railings, metal awnings and custom windows jambs, made this project mesmerizing. Cues from the client and how they use their space helped inspire and develop the initial floor plan, making it live at a human scale but with dramatic elements. Their varying taste then inspired the theme of traditional with an edge. The lines and rhythm of the house were simplified, and then complemented with some key details that made the house a juxtaposition of styles. The wood Ultimate Casement windows were all standard sizes. However, there was a desire to make the windows have a “deep pocket” look to create a break in the facade and add a dramatic shadow line. Marvin was able to customize the jambs by extruding them to the exterior. They added a very thin exterior profile, which negated the need for exterior casing. The same detail was in the stone veneers and walls, as well as the horizontal siding walls, with no need for any modification. This resulted in a very sleek look. MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Ultimate Casement Window