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Just wrapped up an incredible kitchen remodel and couldn’t be happier with the results! Under the guidance of our amazing Project Manager, Tony Cicchino, and the talented Designer, Justina Auer, this kitchen looks unrecognizable from the Before pictures. We opted to maintain the existing layout but injected a dash of brilliance with additional cabinetry, elevating both form and function. The decision to remove overhead wall cabinets above the peninsula really started to open up the space, allowing for a more seamless and spacious feel. We also bid adieu to the faux beams to gain a fluid perspective throughout the room. The clever addition of a pantry cabinet and additional storage space on the backside of the peninsula really expanded the storage universe. By lifting the microwave off the counter, we gained valuable extra counter space. The hidden pull-out trash under the counter is a game-changer for convenience. We embraced a clean and timeless palette of simple whites and grays, making the space a perfect canvas for personal touches. This kitchen is now a masterpiece that marries practicality with panache!

This bathroom is in a grand old Tudor house from 1929 and was originally the Maid's bath. 70 years later this old girl was given a much needed face lift!
As much as I love a footed tub, it just isn't practical for the modern use of a shower so it had to go (don't worry I found it a good home!). We removed the old lathe and plaster walls and discovered space behind the eaves that allowed the space to open up, install new venting, much needed insulation, and center a generous vanity that provided storage and a great work surface. Plus we were able to create a niche for additional storage! We upgraded/added new lighting, tile (including the shampoo niche), and plumbing fixtures. The best change was the fresh, bright palette that allowed this space to shine. This old girl is smiling now!

This sweet family has dreaded being in their kitchen since they purchased the home over 6 years ago even though they cook and bake from scratch! It had come to the point of remodeling the kitchen or planning to find a house that better suits them in the next few years. Needless to say, after hearing our vision for them and seeing the walnut cabinetry they couldn’t wait to see the design renderings for their dream kitchen. They pulled out all the stops to ensure there were zero regrets. From the custom range hood to the storage solution that complemented their kitchen lifestyle, to rearranging the layout by removing the angled and wasteful corner sink peninsula so they don’t have to compete with the open dishwasher, to the perfect tile floor that went beautifully with their wood floor in the rest of the house. Shortly after starting their project, we discovered a large empty space under the stairs behind the kitchen wall, so they made it into a walk-in pantry through their now former shallow closet pantry! It was kismet to have everything work so perfectly to expand upon their kitchen remodel, including a simple fix of putting a butcherblock top on their washer and dryer to make more practical use of their space (and for a simple countertop microwave). What can’t come across in these after pictures is how huge and open the space feels now! We couldn’t be happier about creating and installing this dream kitchen for the nicest family.
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This sweet family has dreaded being in their kitchen since they purchased the home over 6 years ago even though they cook and bake from scratch! It had come to the point of remodeling the kitchen or planning to find a house that better suits them in the next few years. Needless to say, after hearing our vision for them and seeing the walnut cabinetry they couldn’t wait to see the design renderings for their dream kitchen. They pulled out all the stops to ensure there were zero regrets. From the custom range hood to the storage solution that complemented their kitchen lifestyle, to rearranging the layout by removing the angled and wasteful corner sink peninsula so they don’t have to compete with the open dishwasher, to the perfect tile floor that went beautifully with their wood floor in the rest of the house. Shortly after starting their project, we discovered a large empty space under the stairs behind the kitchen wall, so they made it into a walk-in pantry through their now former shallow closet pantry! It was kismet to have everything work so perfectly to expand upon their kitchen remodel, including a simple fix of putting a butcherblock top on their washer and dryer to make more practical use of their space (and for a simple countertop microwave). What can’t come across in these after pictures is how huge and open the space feels now! We couldn’t be happier about creating and installing this dream kitchen for the nicest family.

Being the holistic counseling practice that they are, it was important that we provide a peaceful space for both ALP's counselors and clients. We provided this by using a neutral color palette mixed with light blues, greens and grays; including natural elements such as warm woods, jute and rattan; and making sure to incorporate plenty of soft lighting. We also brought in A LOT of greenery (both real and faux).

Tile counters using epoxy grout makes for a practical, fun and whimsical kitchen design. This kitchen was designed to be used for entertainment and serious cooking. Design by Coastal Kitchen Design in Half Moon Bay, and remodel by TurnerBuilt.

The Denver is very practical, and designed for those who favor the open room concept. At over 2700 square feet, it has substantial living space. The living room and kitchen areas are perfect for gathering, and the generous screened in room completes the picture perfect main floor. The loft is open to below and includes a beautiful large master bedroom. With a cathedral ceiling and abundance of windows, this design lets in tons of light, enhancing the most spectacular views. www.timberblock.com

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Delaware, OH
Buckeye Basements, Inc.
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Several pictures of Pro Dunk Silver Basketball System were taken in Orland Hills, Illinois. Tom have two sons, age 13 and 10 and purchased the hoop for them to practice. Over the past year, their basketball skills have improved significantly and more importantly the Pro Dunk gives their family the opportunity to play together. The dimensions of the playing area on their driveway are 35' x 18'. This is a Pro Dunk Silver Basketball System that was purchased in February of 2012. It was installed on a 35 ft wide by a 18 ft deep playing area in Orland Hills, IL. Browse all of Tom Z's photos navigate to: http://www.produnkhoops.com/photos/albums/tom-35x18-pro-dunk-silver-basketball-system-387/

This bright and elegant kitchen remodel blends modern functionality with subtle coastal charm. Crisp white shaker cabinetry creates a clean, timeless foundation, beautifully complemented by a soft blue island that adds a gentle pop of color and personality. Warm brass hardware and pendant lighting introduce a refined touch, balancing sophistication with warmth.
Open wood shelving enhances the airy feel while offering both display and practical storage. The waterfall-style countertop extends seamlessly, emphasizing the kitchen’s spacious layout and central gathering area. A large picture window floods the space with natural light, framing a serene outdoor view and reinforcing the calm, coastal-inspired atmosphere.
Designed for everyday living and effortless entertaining, this remodel focuses on smart storage solutions, improved workflow, and a harmonious mix of textures and finishes. The result is a kitchen that feels fresh, inviting, and perfectly aligned with the relaxed yet polished lifestyle of Los Angeles living.

Kashmir is proud to bring together the modern abstract artwork pillow collection, inspired by world renowned artist Alfred Gockel and hand embroidered by the finest artisans of Kashmir, into the living spaces of patrons and connoisseurs‚ all around the world. These unique and modern pillows would bring the brighter elements of any room, creating a harmonious design and perfect air of sophistication. This decorative Cushion Cover Music is my Life throw pillow cover has beautiful colors and design hand embroidered in lively and refreshing colors. Swirls of colorful chain stitch embroidery hand embroidered from soft Kashmir wool adds a dazzling sheen to the creation.
Composition: 70% Art Silk, 30% Cotton
Size: 18" x 18" (45cm x 45cm)
Backing: Canvas (See the Last Picture)
Pillow Insert not Included (Only Cover is on Sale)
Hand embroidered in Village Cottage Units
A close-up view of this abstract pillow cover allows you to see the amazing chain-stitch embroidery work of master artisans who have practiced this art their entire lives.Chain stitch embroidery on a cotton base produces a soft, fine crewel, and the stitches create definite swirls as distinct as your fingerprint. Kashmiri craftsmen produce the finest quality chain stitch needlework in the world. This abstract decorative pillow cover could grace the cabin of your boat or the chair in your solarium and yet be equally as comfortable in your den. Durable and easy to clean, this toss pillow will catch the eye of every passerby.
Kashmiri craftsmen produce the finest quality chain stitch needlework in the world. This abstract decorative pillow cover could grace the cabin of your boat or the chair in your solarium and yet be equally as comfortable in your den. Durable and easy to clean, this toss pillow will catch the eye of every passerby. The eye-popping color and pattern of this modern throw pillow are just what the designer ordered to create a fiery focal point in your decor. Perfect wherever you need a splash of color, this art work pillow creation is as durable as it is beautiful. Easy to care for, this cushion cover could spark up an old throw pillow or grace a new pillow form. World-renowned artist Alfred Gockel was born in 1952 near Munster, Germany. His artwork has been showcased in leading exhibitions all over the world. He draws his inspiration
Perfect wherever you need a splash of color, this art work pillow creation is as durable as it is beautiful. Easy to care for, this cushion cover could spark up an old throw pillow or grace a new pillow form. World-renowned artist Alfred Gockel was born in 1952 near Munster, Germany. His artwork has been showcased in leading exhibitions all over the world. He draws his inspiration
World-renowned artist Alfred Gockel was born in 1952 near Munster, Germany. His artwork has been showcased in leading exhibitions all over the world. He draws his inspiration from Picasso, Miro, Chagall, Dali, and Durer. He is a great admirer of Kandinsky. This is reflected in his high quality and artistic etchings.His particular focus is the art in public spaces. Alfred feels an attachment to an art form, which includes a design that leads to beauty and harmony. His vivid style is a sign of spontaneous creativity and artistic energy. The bright colors and the graceful motion of his characters mark his beautiful and artistic compositions, which reflect zest of life and push his works to a higher level of visual pleasure.
He loves playing with form and color in a virtual way and describes his creative work as "rhythmical painting" His artwork seems to explode of vitality. The tremendous drive of his painting puts his characteristic figures and compositions in vibrations, which reflect consequently the motion in his artwork. Dance and music are his favorite themes. His originals begin as brief sketches to grip creative moments, which inspire him later and retain the charm of his drafts while he finishes his paintings.

Several pictures of Pro Dunk Silver Basketball System were taken in Orland Hills, Illinois. Tom have two sons, age 13 and 10 and purchased the hoop for them to practice. Over the past year, their basketball skills have improved significantly and more importantly the Pro Dunk gives their family the opportunity to play together. The dimensions of the playing area on their driveway are 35' x 18'. This is a Pro Dunk Silver Basketball System that was purchased in February of 2012. It was installed on a 35 ft wide by a 18 ft deep playing area in Orland Hills, IL. Browse all of Tom Z's photos navigate to: http://www.produnkhoops.com/photos/albums/tom-35x18-pro-dunk-silver-basketball-system-387/

When well known philanthropist Rachel (Bunny) Mellon passed away in 2014, a key provision of her will was that her beloved Oak Spring Garden estate in in Upperville, Virginia would be converted to a center for the study of horticulture. During her lifetime, Bunny, a devoted gardener, created stunning gardens on the estate, amassed a collection of priceless horticultural manuscripts and even designed the famous White House Rose Garden. One of the challenges of achieving her vision of a center for horticultural learning on her estate was the need to convert the Mellon's existing stables into hotel-style rooms for visiting scholars. Working with Architect Karl Riedel of Leesburg, our Interior Designer Cathleen Gruver, and Peter Crane, President of the Oak Spring Garden Foundation and his wife Elinor, Gruver Cooley transformed spaces that had once housed race horses into comfortable rooms which fit seamlessly with the spirit of the Mellon property.
The original barn was designed in 1949 by New York architectural firm Cross and Sons, which was responsible for many notable buildings there. Although the barn's purpose changed dramatically, the exterior facade was maintained as originally conceived by Mr. Mellon. In the interior, all flooring, wainscoting and some millwork was fabricated using Oak Spring Farm grown timber in maple, oak, walnut and poplar. The desks within each room were also fabricated on site using wood grown on the estate. The barn is ADA accessible and 20% of the rooms meet ADA standards.
Making comfortable hotel-style rooms required a number of new systems to be integrated into the structure and provided the opportunity to use sustainable best building practices. Geothermal wells were drilled to provide energy efficient low impact heating and cooling. All ductwork is insulated and sealed, icynene insulation is used on all walls and attic areas and ground level floors are insulated with R6 insulation. Low water toilets and low pressure showers are used in each of the new bathrooms, and all windows are high efficiency advanced low e glass.
As you view the pictures above, we think you will agree that the Mellon Legacy has been well preserved while moving the property responsibly into a new chapter of its storied history.

Imagine a barn that's also a home, overlooking Boulder's iconic Flatirons. The Boulder Barndominium mixes farm practicality with modern coziness, designed for efficiency and those stunning views that make every day feel special.
Client and Brief
The owners sought a simple, smart building that saves materials and energy. They wanted light-filled spaces, a west-facing unit for mountain sights, and a patio to relax outside.
Problems Solved
Energy costs and weather can add up, but solar roofs and clever orientation make it net-zero – using the sun for power and keeping things comfortable without extra bills.
Design Concept and Form
The concept is straightforward – a long rectangle with sloping roofs for panels, and high windows to bring in daylight. It feels balanced and connected to the land.
Construction and Materials
Wood framing provides strength and tradition, built to endure while staying budget-friendly.
Energy Efficiency
Solar arrays power everything, with radiant heating and east/west setup for natural warmth and light – sustainable living that's easy and effective.
Interior Design
Barn space for work and storage, dwelling with bedroom, bath, and open areas leading to the patio for seamless inside-out flow.
Outcome
Since 2020, this barndominium has been a functional, green haven. It blends utility with beauty, offering savings, views, and a sense of peace in Boulder's landscape.

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Columbus, OH
Wannemacher Interiors
Customized Award-Winning Interior Design Solutions in Franklin Cnty OH

This sweet family has dreaded being in their kitchen since they purchased the home over 6 years ago even though they cook and bake from scratch! It had come to the point of remodeling the kitchen or planning to find a house that better suits them in the next few years. Needless to say, after hearing our vision for them and seeing the walnut cabinetry they couldn’t wait to see the design renderings for their dream kitchen. They pulled out all the stops to ensure there were zero regrets. From the custom range hood to the storage solution that complemented their kitchen lifestyle, to rearranging the layout by removing the angled and wasteful corner sink peninsula so they don’t have to compete with the open dishwasher, to the perfect tile floor that went beautifully with their wood floor in the rest of the house. Shortly after starting their project, we discovered a large empty space under the stairs behind the kitchen wall, so they made it into a walk-in pantry through their now former shallow closet pantry! It was kismet to have everything work so perfectly to expand upon their kitchen remodel, including a simple fix of putting a butcherblock top on their washer and dryer to make more practical use of their space (and for a simple countertop microwave). What can’t come across in these after pictures is how huge and open the space feels now! We couldn’t be happier about creating and installing this dream kitchen for the nicest family.

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Custom colors, dramatic sizes, dynamic shapes, exotic woods and more. Every E-Series window and door becomes a design opportunity, giving you the freedom to custom-create the home of your dreams. Custom colors, dramatic sizes, dynamic shapes, exotic woods and more.
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E-Series windows and doors are made with a virtually maintenance-free aluminum exterior to resist water and seal out the elements. Its high-definition details and versatility gives us the ability to provide any color you can imagine in practically any shape.

Another fabulous client for Designs By Elizabeth. This is a classic example of demonstrating the 'Year-round' beauty that we strive for at Designs By Elizabeth. Our landscapes are always in bloom and have a different personality marked by each season. As you will see from the pictures, the landscape is constantly blooming and displaying an elegant and vibrant show in the spring, heat of summer and the winter. We incorporated an existing arbor to revive and establish a beautiful herb garden for the culinary-loving owners. Each season, using sustainable and organic practices, delivers an abundance of herbs and vegetables.

This sweet family has dreaded being in their kitchen since they purchased the home over 6 years ago even though they cook and bake from scratch! It had come to the point of remodeling the kitchen or planning to find a house that better suits them in the next few years. Needless to say, after hearing our vision for them and seeing the walnut cabinetry they couldn’t wait to see the design renderings for their dream kitchen. They pulled out all the stops to ensure there were zero regrets. From the custom range hood to the storage solution that complemented their kitchen lifestyle, to rearranging the layout by removing the angled and wasteful corner sink peninsula so they don’t have to compete with the open dishwasher, to the perfect tile floor that went beautifully with their wood floor in the rest of the house. Shortly after starting their project, we discovered a large empty space under the stairs behind the kitchen wall, so they made it into a walk-in pantry through their now former shallow closet pantry! It was kismet to have everything work so perfectly to expand upon their kitchen remodel, including a simple fix of putting a butcherblock top on their washer and dryer to make more practical use of their space (and for a simple countertop microwave). What can’t come across in these after pictures is how huge and open the space feels now! We couldn’t be happier about creating and installing this dream kitchen for the nicest family.

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Columbus, OH
Snider & Metcalf Interior Design, LTD
Leading Interior Designers in Columbus, Ohio & Ponte Vedra, Florida

This sweet family has dreaded being in their kitchen since they purchased the home over 6 years ago even though they cook and bake from scratch! It had come to the point of remodeling the kitchen or planning to find a house that better suits them in the next few years. Needless to say, after hearing our vision for them and seeing the walnut cabinetry they couldn’t wait to see the design renderings for their dream kitchen. They pulled out all the stops to ensure there were zero regrets. From the custom range hood to the storage solution that complemented their kitchen lifestyle, to rearranging the layout by removing the angled and wasteful corner sink peninsula so they don’t have to compete with the open dishwasher, to the perfect tile floor that went beautifully with their wood floor in the rest of the house. Shortly after starting their project, we discovered a large empty space under the stairs behind the kitchen wall, so they made it into a walk-in pantry through their now former shallow closet pantry! It was kismet to have everything work so perfectly to expand upon their kitchen remodel, including a simple fix of putting a butcherblock top on their washer and dryer to make more practical use of their space (and for a simple countertop microwave). What can’t come across in these after pictures is how huge and open the space feels now! We couldn’t be happier about creating and installing this dream kitchen for the nicest family.

A sumptuous upholstered bed in a beige just dark enough to provide a contrast to the wall color, sets the stage for the overlay of soft colors. Pared down to the pure tones of the sand, surf and sea, this master bedroom is the picture of serenity.
Distinct Kamala bedding is showcased by the perfect blend of of blue, tan and beige colorblocks on panel drapes. Natural wood and soft white bedside tables reflect the preferences of this couple for both beauty practicality. A large dresser with special hardware conceals the bulky array of components so often crowding a bedroom with digital displays, glaring light and rows of knobs. The remotes are tucked away in drawers in the table on the left.
Here is a perfect of good design honoring and reflectiong the preferences of clients.

A depressing dark wooden kitchen gets a major face lift! As you can see from the before pictures, the kitchen was quite dark. Even during the daytime the lady of the house had to turn on the lights to work there. An exterior pergola on a much lower level prevented light from coming in the house and though the pergola was a favourite spot to seat in the summer the humidity in the air made it unbearable and the access to it was not very practical. So in essence the family had no real seating room either. My goal... to create a functional kitchen filled with light and an adjacent seating area. My challenges...the pergola was very low and, not enough space for a seating room...... So.....I came up with something I have never done before nor did I think possible. Using specialised equipment I lifted the existing pergola up all in one piece, without breaking it apart, then I raised the floor covered by the pergola to the level of the house and made an opening from the house to the pergola...Mission accomplished! Lots of light now coming in and more than enough space for the family seating area
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