Inspiration for a huge timeless beige backyard and three-story stone and brick house exterior remodel in Salt Lake City with a hip roof and a shingle roof

This existing client reached out to MMI Design for help shortly after the flood waters of Harvey subsided. Her home was ravaged by 5 feet of water throughout the first floor. What had been this client's long-term dream renovation became a reality, turning the nightmare of Harvey's wrath into one of the loveliest homes designed to date by MMI. We led the team to transform this home into a showplace. Our work included a complete redesign of her kitchen and family room, master bathroom, two powders, butler's pantry, and a large living room. MMI designed all millwork and cabinetry, adjusted the floor plans in various rooms, and assisted the client with all material specifications and furnishings selections. Returning these clients to their beautiful '"new" home is one of MMI's proudest moments!

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Living room - contemporary formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor living room idea in San Francisco with beige walls, no fireplace and no tv

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Inspiration for a small mediterranean blue tile and mosaic tile mosaic tile floor bathroom remodel in San Francisco with a wall-mount toilet, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and an undermount sink

This LEED Platinum certified house reflects the homeowner's desire for an exceptionally healthy and comfortable living environment, within a traditional neighborhood. INFILL SITE. The family, who moved from another area of Wellesley, sought out this property to be within walking distance of the high school and downtown area. An existing structure on the tight lot was removed to make way for the new home. 84% of the construction waste, from both the previous structure and the new home, was diverted from a landfill. ZED designed to preserve the existing mature trees on the perimeter of the property to minimize site impacts, and to maintain the character of the neighborhood as well as privacy on the site. EXTERIOR EXPRESSION. The street facade of the home relates to the local New England vernacular. The rear uses contemporary language, a nod to the family’s Californian roots, to incorporate a roof deck, solar panels, outdoor living space, and the backyard swimming pool. ZED’s careful planning avoided to the need to face the garage doors towards the street, a common syndrome of a narrow lot. THOUGHTFUL SPACE. Homes with dual entries can often result in duplicate and unused spaces. In this home, the everyday and formal entry areas are one and the same; the front and garage doors share the entry program of coat closets, mudroom storage with bench for removing your shoes, and a laundry room with generous closets for the children's sporting equipment. The entry area leads directly to the living space, encompassing the kitchen, dining and sitting area areas in an L-shaped open plan arrangement. The kitchen is placed at the south-west corner of the space to allow for a strong connection to the dining, sitting and outdoor living spaces. A fire pit on the deck satisfies the family’s desire for an open flame while a sealed gas fireplace is used indoors - ZED’s preference after omitting gas burning appliances completely from an airtight home. A small study, with a window seat, is conveniently located just off of the living space. A first floor guest bedroom includes an accessible bathroom for aging visitors and can be used as a master suite to accommodate aging in place. HEALTHY LIVING. The client requested a home that was easy to clean and would provide a respite from seasonal allergies and common contaminants that are found in many indoor spaces. ZED selected easy to clean solid surface flooring throughout, provided ample space for cleaning supplies on each floor, and designed a mechanical system with ventilation that provides a constant supply of fresh outdoor air. ZED selected durable materials, finishes, cabinetry, and casework with low or no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and no added urea formaldehyde. YEAR-ROUND COMFORT. The home is super insulated and air-tight, paired with high performance triple-paned windows, to ensure it is draft-free throughout the winter (even when in front of the large windows and doors). ZED designed a right-sized heating and cooling system to pair with the thermally improved building enclosure to ensure year-round comfort. The glazing on the home maximizes passive solar gains, and facilitates cross ventilation and daylighting. ENERGY EFFICIENT. As one of the most energy efficient houses built to date in Wellesley, the home highlights a practical solution for Massachusetts. First, the building enclosure reduces the largest energy requirement for typical houses (heating). Super-insulation, exceptional air sealing, a thermally broken wall assembly, triple pane windows, and passive solar gain combine for a sizable heating load reduction. Second, within the house only efficient systems consume energy. These include an air source heat pump for heating & cooling, a heat pump hot water heater, LED lighting, energy recovery ventilation, and high efficiency appliances. Lastly, photovoltaics provide renewable energy help offset energy consumption. The result is an 89% reduction in energy use compared to a similar brand new home built to code requirements. RESILIENT. The home will fare well in extreme weather events. During a winter power outage, heat loss will be very slow due to the super-insulated and airtight envelope– taking multiple days to drop to 60 degrees even with no heat source. An engineered drainage system, paired with careful the detailing of the foundation, will help to keep the finished basement dry. A generator will provide full operation of the all-electric house during a power outage. OVERALL. The home is a reflection of the family goals and an expression of their values, beautifully enabling health, comfort, safety, resilience, and utility, all while respecting the planet. ZED - Architect & Mechanical Designer Bevilacqua Builders Inc - Contractor Creative Land & Water Engineering - Civil Engineering Barbara Peterson Landscape - Landscape Design Nest & Company - Interior Furnishings Eric Roth Photography - Photography

Inspiration for a rustic sunroom remodel in Minneapolis

We suggest saltwater pools instead of potentially harmful chlorine water, but we always work with you to create your ideal pool, with or without a jacuzzi. We can install solar-heated pools, remote controls, and custom deck or grass work surrounding the pool. Taken by: Rick Rodney

We suggest saltwater pools instead of potentially harmful chlorine water, but we always work with you to create your ideal pool, with or without a jacuzzi. We can install solar-heated pools, remote controls, and custom deck or grass work surrounding the pool. Taken by: Rick Rodney

We suggest saltwater pools instead of potentially harmful chlorine water, but we always work with you to create your ideal pool, with or without a jacuzzi. We can install solar-heated pools, remote controls, and custom deck or grass work surrounding the pool. Taken by: Rick Rodney

We suggest saltwater pools instead of potentially harmful chlorine water, but we always work with you to create your ideal pool, with or without a jacuzzi. We can install solar-heated pools, remote controls, and custom deck or grass work surrounding the pool. Taken by: Rick Rodney

Inspiration for a rustic brown one-story wood gable roof remodel in Seattle

It’s just as important for businesses to get their future buildings inspected as it is to schedule a home inspection. We provide this inspection service for a wide variety of commercial property types such as strip malls, storefronts, warehouses, and industrial buildings. A Commercial Building inspection will help you learn about any defects or potential safety issues that could harm your employees or customers.

This is an organic Lime Wash done with a true lime wash product as opposed to a brick mortar or concrete that is often seen on new houses. This product can be applied as a solid coating making the surface completely white, or can be applied and "washed off" in many artistic ways, as seen here. If you hate your brick or just want something unique this is a great option! Photo credit: Jeff Murrey

FRENCH BORDEAUX TUILLES - ANTIQUE ROOF TILES These tiles are not manufactured, but are antique and reclaimed. Each lot is uniquely different, showcasing a significant amount of discoloration in shades ranging from red, rose, to burgundy - a feature often seen in tiles originating from the Bordeaux region of France. The deep Burgundy hue of these tiles is often attributed to the rich red wine produced in the same area. Additionally, uncertain deposits of lichen and moss on these tiles are natural characteristics formed over time due to airborne spores settling on their surface, exposed to centuries of varied weather elements. every shipment is meticulously undergoing a thorough fumigation process to eradicate any live insects that have the potential to harm the environment. This stringent procedure is in place and enforced by USDA to ensure the integrity of our products and our commitment to environmental responsibility.

The hardscape foundation for this Sunnyvale outdoor oasis is an Archadeck stamp and stain patio porch base measuring 25 feet wide by 27 feet deep with an open gable roof end to facilitate the flow of gentle Sunnyvale breezes to cool and comfort family members when enjoying their leisure backyard times. The sheer size of it allows the family to enjoy a multitude of activities in one cohesive open air space – protected from potentially harmful UV rays with a covered roof fashioned out of tongue and groove.

The hardscape foundation for this Sunnyvale outdoor oasis is an Archadeck stamp and stain patio porch base measuring 25 feet wide by 27 feet deep with an open gable roof end to facilitate the flow of gentle Sunnyvale breezes to cool and comfort family members when enjoying their leisure backyard times. The sheer size of it allows the family to enjoy a multitude of activities in one cohesive open air space – protected from potentially harmful UV rays with a covered roof fashioned out of tongue and groove.

The sun can be overwhelming at times with the brightness and high temperatures. Shades are also a great way to block harmful ultra-violet rays to protect your hardwood flooring, furniture and artwork from fading. There are different types of shades that were engineered to solve a specific dilemma. We work with clients in the Central Indiana Area. Contact us today to get started on your project. 317-273-8343