Mark Woods
This is an example of a modern gravel landscaping in Seattle with a pergola.

The stairs are as much a part of modern architecture as anything. They are thoughtfully designed to create a memorable experience, a contemporary version of something as old as time.

This clean profile, streamlined kitchen embodies today's transitional look. The white painted perimeter cabinetry contrasts the grey stained island, while perfectly blending cool and warm tones.

This modern Nantucket retreat was designed for a multi-generational family, seamlessly blending nautical charm with practical elegance. Each space balances functionality and relaxation, catering to both work and leisure. Each room exudes unique charm and adaptability, blending artful touches with practicality for a warm, inviting ambience. The dining area features a spacious table perfect for family gatherings, set against a sophisticated neutral palette. Pendant lights hang elegantly above, enhancing the warm, inviting ambience and creating an ideal space for memorable meals.

You can fit a lot in a small space, just note all that is stored in this spice roll out right next to the stove. Beautiful functional cabinets really add to your kitchen.

Created for a client seeking a true lock-and-leave space beneath their daughter’s home, this colourful basement suite brings personality, comfort, and function together in a thoughtful way. Designed to feel distinct from a traditional lower-level suite, the space offers a unique style that immediately feels inviting and memorable. Green tones play a defining role throughout the suite, bringing energy and character to the interiors while complementing the detailed finishes layered throughout the home. Every element was considered to create a space that feels both practical and special, with a design approach that reflects the client’s desire for something with individuality and charm. The result is a suite that balances independence with warmth, offering a beautifully detailed retreat that the client can truly enjoy and love.

Created for a client seeking a true lock-and-leave space beneath their daughter’s home, this colourful basement suite brings personality, comfort, and function together in a thoughtful way. Designed to feel distinct from a traditional lower-level suite, the space offers a unique style that immediately feels inviting and memorable. Green tones play a defining role throughout the suite, bringing energy and character to the interiors while complementing the detailed finishes layered throughout the home. Every element was considered to create a space that feels both practical and special, with a design approach that reflects the client’s desire for something with individuality and charm. The result is a suite that balances independence with warmth, offering a beautifully detailed retreat that the client can truly enjoy and love.

Created for a client seeking a true lock-and-leave space beneath their daughter’s home, this colourful basement suite brings personality, comfort, and function together in a thoughtful way. Designed to feel distinct from a traditional lower-level suite, the space offers a unique style that immediately feels inviting and memorable. Green tones play a defining role throughout the suite, bringing energy and character to the interiors while complementing the detailed finishes layered throughout the home. Every element was considered to create a space that feels both practical and special, with a design approach that reflects the client’s desire for something with individuality and charm. The result is a suite that balances independence with warmth, offering a beautifully detailed retreat that the client can truly enjoy and love.

Created for a client seeking a true lock-and-leave space beneath their daughter’s home, this colourful basement suite brings personality, comfort, and function together in a thoughtful way. Designed to feel distinct from a traditional lower-level suite, the space offers a unique style that immediately feels inviting and memorable. Green tones play a defining role throughout the suite, bringing energy and character to the interiors while complementing the detailed finishes layered throughout the home. Every element was considered to create a space that feels both practical and special, with a design approach that reflects the client’s desire for something with individuality and charm. The result is a suite that balances independence with warmth, offering a beautifully detailed retreat that the client can truly enjoy and love.

Created for a client seeking a true lock-and-leave space beneath their daughter’s home, this colourful basement suite brings personality, comfort, and function together in a thoughtful way. Designed to feel distinct from a traditional lower-level suite, the space offers a unique style that immediately feels inviting and memorable. Green tones play a defining role throughout the suite, bringing energy and character to the interiors while complementing the detailed finishes layered throughout the home. Every element was considered to create a space that feels both practical and special, with a design approach that reflects the client’s desire for something with individuality and charm. The result is a suite that balances independence with warmth, offering a beautifully detailed retreat that the client can truly enjoy and love.

Created for a client seeking a true lock-and-leave space beneath their daughter’s home, this colourful basement suite brings personality, comfort, and function together in a thoughtful way. Designed to feel distinct from a traditional lower-level suite, the space offers a unique style that immediately feels inviting and memorable. Green tones play a defining role throughout the suite, bringing energy and character to the interiors while complementing the detailed finishes layered throughout the home. Every element was considered to create a space that feels both practical and special, with a design approach that reflects the client’s desire for something with individuality and charm. The result is a suite that balances independence with warmth, offering a beautifully detailed retreat that the client can truly enjoy and love.

Created for a client seeking a true lock-and-leave space beneath their daughter’s home, this colourful basement suite brings personality, comfort, and function together in a thoughtful way. Designed to feel distinct from a traditional lower-level suite, the space offers a unique style that immediately feels inviting and memorable. Green tones play a defining role throughout the suite, bringing energy and character to the interiors while complementing the detailed finishes layered throughout the home. Every element was considered to create a space that feels both practical and special, with a design approach that reflects the client’s desire for something with individuality and charm. The result is a suite that balances independence with warmth, offering a beautifully detailed retreat that the client can truly enjoy and love.

Brooklyn backyard with pergola, built in children's activity wall, blue stone paving with synthetic grass inserts for the play area with swings. Outdoor storage boxes double up as benches.

A copper range hood is so much more than a functional kitchen fixture—it’s a statement piece that blends practicality with artistry. Whether your kitchen leans toward classic elegance or modern sophistication, a handcrafted copper hood brings unmatched character and charm, turning the heart of your home into a space that’s as memorable as it is functional.

This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

A good interior designer is familiar with a variety of different styles and with big ‘names’ from past and present. A great designer really knows how to take the very best of what’s out there and put it into practice to create something memorable. -- René Lalique: Art & Design at Riverwind

This modern Nantucket retreat was designed for a multi-generational family, seamlessly blending nautical charm with practical elegance. Each space balances functionality and relaxation, catering to both work and leisure. Each room exudes unique charm and adaptability, blending artful touches with practicality for a warm, inviting ambience. The dining area features a spacious table perfect for family gatherings, set against a sophisticated neutral palette. Pendant lights hang elegantly above, enhancing the warm, inviting ambience and creating an ideal space for memorable meals.

This modern Nantucket retreat was designed for a multi-generational family, seamlessly blending nautical charm with practical elegance. Each space balances functionality and relaxation, catering to both work and leisure. Each room exudes unique charm and adaptability, blending artful touches with practicality for a warm, inviting ambience. The dining area features a spacious table perfect for family gatherings, set against a sophisticated neutral palette. Pendant lights hang elegantly above, enhancing the warm, inviting ambience and creating an ideal space for memorable meals.

Inspiration for a contemporary freestanding desk laminate floor and gray floor home office remodel in Miami with white walls and no fireplace