The challenge with this project was to transform a very traditional house into something more modern and suited to the lifestyle of a young couple just starting a new family. We achieved this by lightening the overall color palette with soft grays and neutrals. Then we replaced the traditional dark colored wood and tile flooring with lighter wide plank hardwood and stone floors. Next we redesigned the kitchen into a more workable open plan and used top of the line professional level appliances and light pigmented oil stained oak cabinetry. Finally we painted the heavily carved stained wood moldings and library and den cabinetry with a fresh coat of soft pale light reflecting gloss paint. Photographer: James Koch

The challenge with this project was to transform a very traditional house into something more modern and suited to the lifestyle of a young couple just starting a new family. We achieved this by lightening the overall color palette with soft grays and neutrals. Then we replaced the traditional dark colored wood and tile flooring with lighter wide plank hardwood and stone floors. Next we redesigned the kitchen into a more workable open plan and used top of the line professional level appliances and light pigmented oil stained oak cabinetry. Finally we painted the heavily carved stained wood moldings and library and den cabinetry with a fresh coat of soft pale light reflecting gloss paint. Photographer: James Koch

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Tuscan kitchen photo in Charleston

The challenge with this project was to transform a very traditional house into something more modern and suited to the lifestyle of a young couple just starting a new family. We achieved this by lightening the overall color palette with soft grays and neutrals. Then we replaced the traditional dark colored wood and tile flooring with lighter wide plank hardwood and stone floors. Next we redesigned the kitchen into a more workable open plan and used top of the line professional level appliances and light pigmented oil stained oak cabinetry. Finally we painted the heavily carved stained wood moldings and library and den cabinetry with a fresh coat of soft pale light reflecting gloss paint. Photographer: James Koch

Large mountain style look-out carpeted and beige floor basement photo in St Louis with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

When we purchased our Mount Pleasant brick ranch, we knew we wanted to add a screened porch to the inviting backyard at some point. Our ultimate goal was to create a comfortable outdoor room, and I feel like that was accomplished! We added beams, beadboard, recessed lighting and, of course, a fan. Decorations were fun – we hung curtains to give it a true room feel. I had the sectional outdoor couch custom made to fit the corner and then the rest was accessorizing and adding more seating. Photos by Brennan Wesley

Inspiration for a coastal living room remodel in Boston

Mount Pleasant kitchen featuring custom countertops fabricated and installed by Highland Stone.

Mount Pleasant kitchen featuring custom countertops fabricated and installed by Highland Stone.

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Example of a mid-sized trendy master gray tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor freestanding bathtub design in Charleston with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and a hinged shower door

Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in Charleston

White inset cabinets and leathered black pearl granite counters lend a casual, farmhouse feel to this laundry room. © Lassiter Photography
Mid-sized cottage single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor dedicated laundry room photo in Charlotte with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, gray walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and black countertops

Mount Pleasant bathroom featuring custom countertops fabricated and installed by Highland Stone.

Elegant carpeted and beige floor bedroom photo in Charleston with beige walls

Example of a classic hallway design in Charleston

Kitchen - traditional kitchen idea in Charleston

Example of a classic laminate floor and brown floor family room design in Charleston with white walls, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround

Example of a large classic master ceramic tile and beige floor corner shower design in Charleston with white walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door and white countertops

Inspiration for a large timeless wooden u-shaped staircase remodel in Vancouver with wooden risers