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Dynamic Angled View of Modern Glass-and-Wood Staircase

From this perspective, the staircase reveals its sculptural side. The sharp black steel line of the railing cuts a clean diagonal through the view, guiding the eye upward and emphasizing the home's vertical openness. Below, the light wood treads ground the composition, offering warmth to balance the steel and glass. The angled view highlights how the staircase interacts with the surrounding architecture—positioned near tall windows that flood the stairwell with natural light. This ensures the stairs are not just a circulation space but an experience in movement and light. The design's success lies in its simplicity: a restrained palette of materials used with precision. Every junction is crisp, every surface intentional. This minimalism allows the staircase's proportions and geometry to shine without distraction. As a transitional space, it encapsulates the home's architectural ethos—modern in form, inviting in feel, and executed with the highest level of craftsmanship.

Infinity Walk-In Closet

Kob Design studio

Infinity Walk-In Closet – Inspired by Vanderbilt’s Immersive Mirror Rooms, NYC This walk-in closet is inspired by the immersive mirror installations at Vanderbilt in New York City, where reflections erase visual boundaries and create the illusion of endless space. All cabinet doors are fully mirrored, while the surrounding walls and ceiling continue the reflective surface, transforming the room into an infinite environment. The only grounded architectural element is the central island, positioned on its own defined floor plane — acting as the visual anchor within the mirrored volume. The mirror concept allows you to see yourself from every angle, turning the act of dressing into a dynamic, multi-perspective experience. The result is bold, immersive, and sculptural — a closet designed not just for storage, but for presence and impact.

Quatrefoil Window in Spanish style Home

Santa Barbara Home Design

Design Consultant Jeff Doubét is the author of Creating Spanish Style Homes: Before & After – Techniques – Designs – Insights. The 240 page “Design Consultation in a Book” is now available. Please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com for more info. Jeff Doubét specializes in Santa Barbara style home and landscape designs. To learn more info about the variety of custom design services I offer, please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com Jeff Doubét is the Founder of Santa Barbara Home Design - a design studio based in Santa Barbara, California USA.

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DHD Architecture and Interior Design

"Dramatically positioned along Pelican Crest's prized front row, this Newport Coast House presents a refreshing modern aesthetic rarely available in the community. A comprehensive $6M renovation completed in December 2017 appointed the home with an assortment of sophisticated design elements, including white oak & travertine flooring, light fixtures & chandeliers by Apparatus & Ladies & Gentlemen, & SubZero appliances throughout. The home's unique orientation offers the region's best view perspective, encompassing the ocean, Catalina Island, Harbor, city lights, Palos Verdes, Pelican Hill Golf Course, & crashing waves. The eminently liveable floorplan spans 3 levels and is host to 5 bedroom suites, open social spaces, home office (possible 6th bedroom) with views & balcony, temperature-controlled wine and cigar room, home spa with heated floors, a steam room, and quick-fill tub, home gym, & chic master suite with frameless, stand-alone shower, his & hers closets, & sprawling ocean views. The rear yard is an entertainer's paradise with infinity-edge pool & spa, fireplace, built-in BBQ, putting green, lawn, and covered outdoor dining area. An 8-car subterranean garage & fully integrated Savant system complete this one of-a-kind residence. Residents of Pelican Crest enjoy 24/7 guard-gated patrolled security, swim, tennis & playground amenities of the Newport Coast Community Center & close proximity to the pristine beaches, world-class shopping & dining, & John Wayne Airport." via Cain Group / Pacific Sotheby's International Realty Photo: Chris Snitko

Open Concept Kitchen in McLean, VA

Schroeder Design/Build, Inc.

As part of a whole house remodel, Schroeder Design/Build created this fabulous open concept kitchen. With the kitchen positioned next to the expansive great room, it's in the perfect spot for everyday family use and entertaining large groups. There's also an eat-in space and bar seating. Maple cabinets are accented with peacock green granite.

Glamorous Craftsman Primary Bathroom with a View

Neil Kelly Company

Design objectives for this primary bathroom remodel included: Removing a dated corner shower and deck-mounted tub, creating more storage space, reworking the water closet entry, adding dual vanities and a curbless shower with tub to capture the view.

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"The charm of Spring"

OxanaKovalchukDesign.Inc

The client asked me to help her with her long time dream to turn one of the guest bedrooms into her own space. The client explained that her Mom often visit them and they really need a room, which is the cute and cozy office and easily can be transformed into the Guest room for Mama. I asked a few questions to understand the Client's preferable style and favorite colors. She expected fresh colors with some Lilac accents. The room wasn't very big and airy. That is why I suggested to use the the wall murals with the perspective and horizontal line, which will make this room visually deeper and wider. I found this great wallcoverings with the Spring, or summer forest motives. Very important moment is that you can see the forest lit by the bright sun. Very positive mood of this wall mural made this room sunny and airy. I used the colors of Nature: Tree foliage colors in combination with a dark woods. I selected the rug, with repeats blossoming flowers colors. This rug made me feel like the flower's petals scattered to the floor. A biggest color accent of this room is the book folding sofa. The client's Mama now have a very shiny room with a comfortable sofa to sleep on, at the same time my client has a personal space to work, to enjoy while she is reading her favorite books. .