The Florida residence is a winter home, not a beach house, and the clients requested it (1) not look like typical Florida retreat and (2) be conducive to entertaining. To that end, all the primary living areas are open to each other -- and the outdoors. Daniel Newcomb Photography

Ornate wooden curved staircase photo in Boston with painted risers

Tricia Shay Photography
Mid-sized contemporary gray two-story mixed siding house exterior idea in Milwaukee with a shed roof

Whit Preston, Photographer
Mid-century modern gray one-story wood flat roof idea in Austin

Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces. We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem. Extensive alterations include: - a completely redesigned floor plan to promote a more intuitive flow throughout - vaulted the ceilings over the great room to create an amazing entrance and feeling of inspired openness - redesigned entry and driveway to be more inviting and welcoming as well as to experientially set the mid-century modern stage - the removal of a visually disruptive load bearing central wall and chimney system that formerly partitioned the homes’ entry, dining, kitchen and living rooms from each other - added clerestory windows above the new kitchen to accentuate the new vaulted ceiling line and create a greater visual continuation of indoor to outdoor space - drastically increased the access to natural light by increasing window sizes and opening up the floor plan - placed natural wood elements throughout to provide a calming palette and cohesive Pacific Northwest feel - incorporated Universal Design principles to make the home Aging In Place ready with wide hallways and accessible spaces, including single-floor living if needed - moved and completely redesigned the stairway to work for the home’s occupants and be a part of the cohesive design aesthetic - mixed custom tile layouts with more traditional tiling to create fun and playful visual experiences - custom designed and sourced MCM specific elements such as the entry screen, cabinetry and lighting - development of the downstairs for potential future use by an assisted living caretaker - energy efficiency upgrades seamlessly woven in with much improved insulation, ductless mini splits and solar gain

Historical meets traditional in this Lexington inn's 22 room update/remodel. Robin oversaw the project entirely, from interior architecture to choosing the butter knives in the Inn’s restaurant. Named twice to Travel + Leisure’s “Top 100 Hotels in the World”, the project’s standout interior design continue to help earn the Inn and its upscale restaurant international accolades. Photo credit: Michael J. Lee Photography

Country patio kitchen photo in San Francisco with a roof extension

Example of a country patio design in Phoenix with a fire pit and no cover

And if there is a bar, there needs to be a wine cellar with custom walnut wine racks to match, LED lighting and spray foam insulation and vapor barrier, right? Want a space to watch the game or host a movie night on a large screen? How about a media room with soft separation by stone and walnut columns, LED lighted tray ceiling with crown molding, Runco projector, 108” screen surrounded by 10’ x 9’ built-in custom walnut woodwork and stone columns including a component cabinet with slots for subwoofers?

Every day is a vacation in this Thousand Oaks Mediterranean-style outdoor living paradise. This transitional space is anchored by a serene pool framed by flagstone and elegant landscaping. The outdoor living space emphasizes the natural beauty of the surrounding area while offering all the advantages and comfort of indoor amenities, including stainless-steel appliances, custom beverage fridge, and a wood-burning fireplace. The dark stain and raised panel detail of the cabinets pair perfectly with the El Dorado stone pulled throughout this design; and the airy combination of chandeliers and natural lighting produce a charming, relaxed environment. Flooring: Kitchen and Pool Areas: Concrete Pool Surround: Flagstone Deck: Fiberon deck material Light Fixtures: Chandelier Stone/Masonry: El Dorado Photographer: Tom Clary

Hal Kearney, Photographer
Inspiration for a farmhouse wooden u-shaped staircase remodel with painted risers

Inspiration for a large farmhouse two-story wood gable roof remodel in Portland Maine with a metal roof

Dedicated laundry room - mid-sized cottage galley porcelain tile and gray floor dedicated laundry room idea in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white walls and white countertops

Sara Essex Bradley
Cottage chic dark wood floor bedroom photo in New Orleans with yellow walls

Transitional single-wall gray floor dedicated laundry room photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and gray countertops

Patio - large contemporary backyard tile patio idea in Phoenix with a roof extension and a fireplace

Designed By: Soda Pop Design inc Photographed By: Mike Chajecki
Dedicated laundry room - cottage l-shaped brown floor dedicated laundry room idea in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a stacked washer/dryer and white countertops

R. B. Shwarz contractors built an addition onto a lovely white home. They added a master suite with bedroom and bathroom, outdoor fireplace, deck, outdoor storage under the deck, and a beautiful white staircase and railings. This is the front door decorated for Christmas. Photo Credit: Marc Golub

Farmhouse exterior home photo in San Francisco