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This meticulously designed L-shaped kitchen not only boasts high-end appliances and elegant finishes but also incorporates thoughtful organization features to enhance both functionality and convenience. The expansive 123" x 62" island is complemented by Quartzite Moondust countertops with a mitered edge, while the mix of greige perimeter cabinetry and vintage wood island creates a warm, inviting atmosphere.
For kitchen organization, the space is equipped with a variety of practical storage solutions. Tray dividers keep baking sheets and larger items neatly separated, while a utensil pull-out and knife pull-out provide easy access to everyday tools. An appliance garage helps keep countertops clutter-free, offering a hidden space for small appliances. The full-height trash can pull-out ensures waste disposal is discreet and efficient. Pantry roll-outs make accessing pantry items simple, and cutlery dividers keep utensils organized and within reach. Wine cubbies provide a dedicated space for bottles, and a built-in charging station ensures your devices are always powered up.
High-end appliances include a 48" Wolf dual range with brushed brass handles, a 42" Sub-Zero Wolf fridge, a 30" microwave, and a 30" convection steam oven, along with 24" Sub-Zero freezer drawers and a 24" Sub-Zero beverage center for added convenience. The backsplash features a chic, homey milk glossy subway tile in a 3x10 size, completing the kitchen’s stylish and functional design. With a perfect blend of luxury and practicality, this kitchen is both beautiful and highly efficient.

Completed in 2020, this impressive luxury estate was went through a complete renovation of the house and the entire property and gardens.
This expansive estate creates a private oasis and retreat in the middle of Dallas. The estate includes a private lake with fountain features and stocked with fish, impressive entry gates, an expansive new driveway and front motor court arrival area, grand steps, stone retaining walls and a meandering path that wraps around the lake and offers a wonderful walking experience around the property. The gardens are spectacular and feature a variety of blooming shrubs, perennials and flowers to create a year round experience of color and texture for the owners. The perimeter of the property features mature privacy hedges and trees strategically placed to enhance the views from the house, while still providing glimpses into the property for the neighborhood.
The existing swimming pool was completely renovated to create a tanning shelf for chaise lounges as well as a decorative tile, new plaster and canon fountain jets along the side to provide additional interest. The pool terrace, walkways and all exterior patios feature a beautiful limestone material that dresses up the outside living areas. Adjacent to the pool, the existing cabana structure was redone to create an outdoor kitchen and bar seating for friends and family.
The wrap around porches on the backside of the house create inviting spaces for entertaining and offer incredible vistas overlooking the gardens and lake.
In addition to the expansive garden areas, we planted dozens of mature and specimen trees throughout the property to help provide an instant impact and to also provide the garden another layer of beauty in the fall with the various fall colors offered by the tree selections.
Along side the lake, we created multiple seating areas that offer the owners the opportunity to entertain and enjoy the property from many different angles and at different times of day. A large fire pit terrace was also included beside the lake creating a spectacular experience of water and fire.
We also created recreation areas on the property for kids and adults alike. There is a dedicated playground areas with a large swing set for the kids as well as a new putting and chipping green to practice your short game.

This stunning new kitchen in St Albans blends bold design choices with practical family living, created in collaboration with interior designer Emma Kosh.
Featuring Schüller’s Sienna Matt Velvet cabinetry in Pale Rose and Onyx Black, the space delivers a striking contrast that feels both modern and luxurious. The pink tones bring a unique, personalised touch, while the deep black adds depth and sophistication.
Designed alongside Emma Kosh, the layout was tailored to suit a large, extended family, with an open-plan dining and living area that flows seamlessly for everyday use and entertaining. A dedicated breakfast unit and bar area create the perfect spot for morning coffees, casual meals, or evening drinks, adding both style and functionality.
The 20mm AG Carrara Q Quartz worktops, supplied by Algarve, bring a crisp, refined finish with beautiful marble-inspired veining. They are as durable as they are elegant, making them ideal for a busy family kitchen.
Premium appliances from Siemens, Blanco, and Quooker were chosen for their performance, reliability, and sleek design, ensuring the space works as hard as it looks good.
If you’re ready to create a kitchen that combines personality, practicality, and a true wow factor, get in touch—we’d love to help you design your dream space.
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Want a Luxurious Bathroom Concept? Wood Castle by Radon is what you should see!
We can all relate to the movie scenes where the actress enters the luxurious bathroom. A scene that depicts luxury and sheer elegance. Eye-catching tiles, elegant vanity, and shimmering faucets. Doesn’t it feel amazing to see. How about having the same luxury to yourself in your bathroom.
There is no denying that we all want to feel and wish to live in such a luxury. Yes, it is even possible with the luxurious concept. So here we are going to see a complete pack of luxury attributes in one single bathroom.
Concept- Modern Luxury
If you are thinking of revamping your bathroom or designing an interior, try modern luxury. But, of course, as time moves forward, everyone wishes to adapt to modern times. So then why do only others have all the fun?
We bring you a full-pack luxurious bathroom. Everything you were looking at in your bathroom concept is right here.
Modern luxury is concept-driven from the user's perspective. But, as we know, modern designs never go out of fashion, and modern design makes you stand out.
Once you enter into the space, you will experience the subtleness and luxurious aura altogether.
Unique interior, stylish vanity units, and modern toilet models make it possible to achieve the "perfect luxury bathroom concept."
In case you wonder, what will you get in one concept? It is natural to have doubts in mind. So here are the six stunning elements in design that bring the best in spaces.
Stunning Design Elements
It never happens that only one thing makes everything possible. Instead, there is a contribution of every element in the design. Thus, the following are the stunning elements in the design concept:
Bathroom Vanity
● The name is Elizabeth (EL 4099), a floor-mounted vanity with elegant essence.
● The vanity has three components that contribute to the user-friendly design. It includes the main cabinet, mirror plus shelf, and basin.
● The body of the cabinet is made up of plywood. In addition to this, the frame of the cabinet comes with stainless steel material.
● Blend of black coated stainless steel, and wooden touch brings the best in the design. The ceramic basin has an intriguing factor. The combination of mirror and shelf is designed according to the user's need.
● Functions: The bathroom vanity gives enough room to store all the hygiene products, toiletries, and some medications. Enough room in the bottom cabinet to place towels, hand towels, and cleaning cloths. The vanity is being designed such that it can have multiple uses. The shelves allow us to place personal items in the order and out of sight.
Premium Sanitary ware
● Stunning wall-hung sanitary ware of modern style enhances the rhythm in the space. Simple and sophisticated style.
● Fauna wall-hung (WHF 404) is a series of premium sanitary ware with easy and clean flushing.
● The style depicts wall attached rimless design, which also comes with a soft close seat cover.
● The sanitary ware is designed such that it contributes more neat and clean attributes. In addition to this, it promotes more hygiene and clean concept.
● Benefits: less risk of bacteria, parasites, and viruses. Neat and slick design contributes the best in aesthetics and functionality.
Blend of Modern Tiles
● Tiles are just the coating material to protect from waterproofing. Instead, they also add more meaning to the spaces.
● Egyptian Beige a wooding-looking tiles which come in 2''x48'' size brings the best in the bathing area. It has been used in the open showering area.
● Besides, the actual size of the tiles is 24''x48''; however, the tiles have been cut from 24''x24'' to 2'x48'' using advanced cutting technology.
● Ruby Nero are the tiles used behind the vanity. It comes in 300 x 300 mm size, which has been crafted by cutting in modern machinery. The Ruby Nero also has one unique element: a cube pattern that makes it more appealing.
● Benefits: The tiles are anti-slippery; thus, it makes it easy to clean the surface. Low maintenance. The cube pattern offers grip application. Less danger of mishaps.
Elegant Shimmering Faucets
● The elegant shimmering faucets are being used in the washbasin, head shower, and body jet.
● A Grande Single Lever Mixer with the touch of gold is used as the faucet in the washbasin. Besides, the faucet is made up of brass, and it comes with a gold finish.
● Single lever contributes to making less physical contact while washing the hands. Less physical contact, more hygienic practice. Brass as a material offers strength, good plasticity, and it has corrosion resistance.
● The Overhead rain shower in the bathing area has been placed perfectly. It gives the feeling as if you are bathing in the rain. It comes in 10''x10'' size in gold color.
● It overhead shower also has brass as a material. Thus, it can withstand hot and cold water due to its good plasticity.
● Experts say overhead shower saves more water than the water in the bathtub. Thus, becomes very economical for the user in all aspects. Less body movement and saves your time.
Taps and Body Jet
● Each element has something to offer; just like that, there is a total of six body jets in the concept. Concealed Body Jet comes with a gold finish and anti-corrosive elements.
● The body jet has high-quality brass material. It is wall fitted concealed body jet. Besides, it offers an adjustable spray pattern that provides the best showering experience.
● The body jet functions well by offering a full-body shower, as it provides more showering radius to the user.
● Body jet allows ultra-fine droplets to release and delivers a massaging experience. It upholds the rhythm and the speed of water flow proficiently.
Thermostatic Diverter
● A thermostatic diverter (THDV-R) in gold color is also being used. It helps to control the water flow and has been made using brass. It gives the option to control the shower, body jets, and spout.
● The thermostatic diverter comes with 3-outlets with high-flow options. It allows you to enjoy the water at the desired temperature.
● Besides, the diverter has the precision quality and offers complete safety to the user. Flexibility to function and operate two outlets simultaneously.
● Grande Plain Spout with Flange(GRA-1023-B) in gold finish contributes to the showering area.
● The flange comes with brass, therefore, offering plasticity and corrosion resistance properties. Allows water to flow easily and can withstand both hot and cold water.
● Flexible to provide high-pressure water without any hindrance.
Indoor Landscape
● Gone are the days when people used to plant only in the garden space. Many modern bathrooms have an indoor landscape.
● Hence, we also added plants to maintain and enhance the look of every corner. Indoor planters near the vanity give the essence of being near nature.
● Small planter at the countertop act as a showpiece. The right showpiece always exhibits your style and individuality.
A design that speaks and a concept which stands out. Uniqueness is not achieved by just adding materials and blending modern elements. Rather it is accomplished with functionality and aesthetics altogether. Therefore RADON brings the unique concept of bathroom designs in one place.
From bathroom vanity to breathtaking faucets designs, all characters in one movie. Once you enter the space, you will not want to come out. Everyone wishes to escape from the chaos. The modern luxurious bathroom concept becomes your escape space in the entire home.
A combination of Slip-proof floor tiling, glossiness, and rough textures stand out in their unique way. As a result, we offer an all-in-one bathroom design. We believe in offering you a luxurious space at affordable prices.

Light, bright and inviting, a beautiful entertainer’s kitchen that combines modern features with beachside characteristics. The open-plan layout connecting with a long Island bench, perfect when you need extra space to prepare a meal, it doubles as casual dining space for guests to eat around or enjoy a glass of wine while having a chat. Striking pendant lighting draws the eye towards the spectacular white profile joinery, that actually works to reflect natural lighting and maximise window views. The blue tone acts as a sophisticated backdrop, a statement against the stone countertop leading up and into the splash back, engineered stone in Casablanca form Stone Ambassador helps to open the space and creates the illusion of a larger area. White leather bar stools are a great casual seating option, and a contrast to the "Dulux Sharp Blue” colour palette used on the Island cabinetry. Smartly positioned bar is a nice addition in this entertainer's space, creating an elegant and also practical storage solution, kept away from plain sight but nearby and handy when situations call for a celebration or a relaxing sip before bed. This cleverly designed area is complete with wine fridge, wine rack and shelves for storage.
The Ultimate adjoining laundry flowing directly from the kitchen, it’s vital that the design is both practical and functional.
Materials continue into this space with the exception of the splash back, the use of textured tiles in a herringbone pattern adds an extra eye-catching element to this desirable laundry space.
Ample storage is necessary in your laundry, this space includes a combination of cupboards, overhead, drawers and bench top space, and the inclusion of tall cupboards allowing you to store brooms, mops and vacuum cleaners out of sight.
Elements of blue that echo the outside connecting the kitchen and garden, allowing a free- flowing design and plenty of natural light, throw open the doors and straight onto the pool.

Our clients have been waiting 20 years to redo their kitchen. Retirement has its’ perks! As a retired educator, along with her husband, our clients were finally able to focus on this full kitchen remodel. A full gut and removal of outdated, orange, builder-grade cabinets, were replaced and updated. Keeping their layout, they needed more storage. We helped them design a space that eliminated the makeshift furniture that flooded their breakfast area and added additional cabinetry to enhance their dining experience. This included a full run of lower drawer banks and 42” upper cabinets in the eat-in kitchen. Our client values heirlooms and one of the most important functions of her new kitchen had to include storage for an oversized roasting pan that had been handed down in her family. We helped her build oversized custom drawers to accommodate this pan, which meant the world to our clients. We updated their fluorescent lighting to recess in the main kitchen and added pendent lighting over the island. We brought their island up to code by removing the electrical in the bar and adding pop-up outlets and an air switch for their disposal. Through this process we shepherded them through the full design of their kitchen and walked through stone galleries and tile shops to ensure support in their selections. It is important to us that our clients feel supported in the selection process by minimizing decision fatigue. We added storage solutions for pull-out trash, pull-down spice racks, and a Lazy-Susan for that once-dead-corner in their old kitchen. In the end, these clients transformed their drab 90’s kitchen into a dreamy, white-bright culinary showstopper. While stunning and beautiful, it is also functional and practical.

This remodel was for a young, busy family of five. They had purchased the home initially because it was very spacious and included a large garden. After several years, however, it was clear they would have to make some changes as they spent most of their family time together in the too small, galley-style kitchen. We agreed that in order to achieve the open kitchen/ family room they would need to add about 500 square feet. The project was quite involved because, like many typical Mill Valley homes, the house was built on the side of hill and the foundations had to be quite deep. The main idea for the space was inspired by the Bulhaup Kitchen and the need for two ovens and two sinks. The two islands helped create a totally accessible kitchen work area.
Dealing with a large house built in 1978, it was challenging to come up with a style that would work with some of the original windows in other areas that were not in the budget for replacement. The new windows and doors were specifically chosen to let in the light and take in the secluded garden and lush surroundings. The rounded decks softened the rather severe boxy exterior of the residence. The slate floor and steel baseboards were both practical and aesthetically pleasing; their durability and easy upkeep would come in handy for a large family.
The remodel further included a rework of the master bathroom/ closet area as well as all the windows and doors. The bathroom shower was tiled with small stone tiles imported from Sienna, Italy. Throughout the remodel, the taps were from the famous German Durnbroch, the sinks were by Philippe Stark, and the lighting was predominately from Artemide, an Italian lighting manufacturer. The tub and washstands, from Kholer the Bold Look, helped complete the design.

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These Northern Virginia residents have owned this vacation home for about ten years. With retirement imminent, they decided to give the entire home an over-haul. With it’s great bones and amazing location, this seemed like a very sound investment for their future. Paola McDonald from Olamar Interiors had been working with the clients for the past three years, helping them to renovate their Sterling, VA condominium and their Moorefield, WV weekend home. It seemed fitting that they would also hire her to help them renovate this home as well.
For this project we took the home down to the studs and practically rebuilt it. The renovation includes an addition to the basement level and main floor to create a new fitness room, additional guest bedroom and larger kitchen and dining area. It also included a renovation of the facade of the home. The exterior of the home was completely re-sided and painted, and we added the tall windows at the stairs. The lower entry deck was expanded and an upper deck was added just off the kitchen in order for the homeowner to keep his grill away from the strong ocean winds. A new deck was also added off of the master bedroom. New stainless steel railings were added to all the decks. We opened the homes stairwells, adding custom glass railings and new lighting to create a much more open feel and allow for natural light to flood the entire main living area. The original, tiny kitchen was expanded substantially, adding a large custom eat in bar, wine storage area and plenty of storage. We utilized Decora’s Marquis Cabinetry in an espresso finish to give the kitchen a very clean, contemporary feel. Carrara marble countertops paired with a grey quartz, single slap marble backsplash, and stainless appliances create a clean look. In the new dining area, a simple Modloft dining table was paired with a Regina Andrew bubbles chandelier and Jessica Charles dining chairs for a sophisticated feel accentuated perfectly by beachy colors and textures that tie in the beautiful views of the Ocean. A custom chandelier from John Pomp is the highlight of the family room, particularly at night when it is reminiscent to fireflies in the sky. A new custom designed, custom made sectional, cozy newly added Spark Modern Fires gas fireplace, custom rug by Julie Dasher and Lee Industries chairs create a cozy place to lounge and watch television after a long day at the beach. Guests feel like they are in a luxurious boutique hotel complete with spectacular views, comfortable Ann Gish linens and beautiful and unique lighting fixtures. All three full baths and the powder room received complete facelifts with new glass, marble and ceramic tiles, Decora cabinetry, new lighting fixtures, quartz countertops and unique features that make unique statements in each one. Phillip Jeffries mica wallpaper are used in the entryway and family room fireplace walls to add a sandy texture to each space. Phillip Jeffries grasscloth was added to the master bedroom accent wall to create a delicate feature. New flooring throughout includes gorgeous dark stained hardwood floors, ceramic tile and Karastan carpeting in the bedrooms. The crisp white and grey walls are accentuated throughout the home by beach inspired turquoises, navies and lime greens. Perfectly appointed furnishings, artwork, accessories and custom made window treatments complete the look and feel of this gorgeous vacation home.
Photography by Tinius Photography

At Liberty Kitchen Design, we believe that the foundation of every beautiful space begins with superior flooring solutions. Specializing in tile flooring installation for both homes and offices, we have dedicated our craft to transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary environments. Tile flooring is not just about aesthetics; it’s about creating a durable, easy-to-maintain surface that reflects your taste and lifestyle. Whether you’re envisioning sleek modern ceramics for your office or a warm, rustic stone for your home, tile offers a versatile solution that combines beauty with practicality. Our team at Liberty Kitchen Design has the expertise, tools, and passion needed to bring your vision to life, ensuring that every project meets our high standards of quality and craftsmanship.
Liberty Kitchen Design has been at the forefront of home and office renovations for years, with tile flooring installation at the core of our services. Our extensive experience in this field enables us to handle a wide range of projects, from intricate designs that require a keen eye for detail to large-scale installations that demand efficiency and precision. We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, working closely with clients to understand their needs and preferences. This dedication to customer satisfaction is what sets us apart and has allowed us to build a reputation for excellence in the industry. By choosing us, you’re not just getting a service; you’re investing in a partnership with professionals who are genuinely committed to enhancing your space.
Choosing the right tile for your space can be daunting, but at Liberty Kitchen Design, we make it an exciting journey of discovery. Our extensive selection of tiles encompasses everything from classic ceramics and porcelain to luxurious natural stones such as marble and granite. Each material has its unique charm and functional benefits, allowing us to tailor our services to your specific needs. During the initial consultation, our experts will guide you through the options, helping you select the perfect tile that complements your decor and meets your performance requirements. It’s this attention to detail and personalized service that ensures each project we undertake not only meets but exceeds expectations.
In conclusion, Liberty Kitchen Design is not just about installing tile flooring; it’s about creating spaces that inspire joy and comfort. Our unwavering commitment to quality, combined with our years of experience and a keen understanding of our client's needs, makes us the ideal choice for your next renovation project. Whether you’re looking to revitalize your home or enhance your office space, we’re here to bring your vision to life with precision, care, and unmatched aesthetic appeal. Let us help you transform your space with the beauty and durability of expertly installed tile flooring. Contact us today to embark on a journey to a more beautiful and functional environment.

This bespoke bedroom joinery scheme was designed by By Two Studio as part of the Refined Family Home project in London, combining elegant storage solutions with a calm and contemporary bedroom aesthetic. The integrated dressing area and full-width fitted cabinetry were carefully planned to maximise functionality while maintaining a clean, uncluttered feel throughout the principal bedroom.
Dark wood joinery adds depth and contrast against the soft neutral palette, helping define the dressing space while introducing warmth and sophistication to the room. Fluted wall detailing, layered textures and subtle metallic accents create visual interest without overwhelming the overall scheme, reflecting the studio’s refined approach to quiet luxury interior design.
Natural light, soft furnishings and tailored window treatments help soften the architectural lines of the fitted furniture, ensuring the bedroom feels balanced, comfortable and inviting for everyday living. The result is a timeless principal bedroom interior that blends bespoke craftsmanship, practical storage and understated luxury within a modern London family home.

A complete bathroom transformation that combines the character of the original home with a fresh, contemporary bathroom designed for modern everyday living.
The original bathroom was dated and visually busy, with an inset corner spa bath, dark timber double vanity, framed shower enclosure and decorative black-and-white tiling. While the bathroom needed a complete update, the beautiful original stained-glass windows were a feature worth preserving.
The new design completely reimagines the space while allowing those windows to remain part of the room's character.
A freestanding bath now sits beneath the original stained-glass windows, creating a striking focal point. Soft sage-green wall detailing, patterned floor tiles and brushed brass fixtures introduce colour and personality while complementing the home's existing features.
The old timber vanity was replaced with a streamlined wall-hung double vanity featuring fluted timber cabinetry, twin vessel basins and wall-mounted brass tapware. A large curved illuminated mirror adds softness and light while helping the bathroom feel considerably more spacious.
The enclosed shower was transformed into an open walk-in shower with a frameless glass panel, rainfall shower and practical tiled ledge for everyday products.
Rather than removing every trace of the home's original character, the renovation was designed around what was worth keeping. The stained-glass windows became part of the new colour palette and helped influence a bathroom that feels fresh and contemporary without looking disconnected from the home around it.
Design concept: Laura Faulkner / Own Your Reno
Photography: Laura Faulkner
Renovation: AJM Bathroom Renovations

This stunning new kitchen in St Albans blends bold design choices with practical family living, created in collaboration with interior designer Emma Kosh.
Featuring Schüller’s Sienna Matt Velvet cabinetry in Pale Rose and Onyx Black, the space delivers a striking contrast that feels both modern and luxurious. The pink tones bring a unique, personalised touch, while the deep black adds depth and sophistication.
Designed alongside Emma Kosh, the layout was tailored to suit a large, extended family, with an open-plan dining and living area that flows seamlessly for everyday use and entertaining. A dedicated breakfast unit and bar area create the perfect spot for morning coffees, casual meals, or evening drinks, adding both style and functionality.
The 20mm AG Carrara Q Quartz worktops, supplied by Algarve, bring a crisp, refined finish with beautiful marble-inspired veining. They are as durable as they are elegant, making them ideal for a busy family kitchen.
Premium appliances from Siemens, Blanco, and Quooker were chosen for their performance, reliability, and sleek design, ensuring the space works as hard as it looks good.
If you’re ready to create a kitchen that combines personality, practicality, and a true wow factor, get in touch—we’d love to help you design your dream space.

Natural, calm, family-centered. This client knew what she wanted and just needed some assistance getting there. Susan helped her out with imagery and product research, a first floor furniture plan and several working meetings to nail down the built-in functionality and look in the dining-room-turned-office/family drop-zone. Cork floors installed throughout give the home a warm and eco-friendly foundation. Pine-cones, tree trunk cookies, plants and lots of unstained wood make the family's focus on nature clear. The result: a beautiful and light-filled but relaxed and practical family space.
Carpenter/Contractor: Sam Dennis
From the client: We hired Susan to assist with a downstairs remodel. She brings a personalization that feels like getting advice from a family member at the same time adding helpful details of her industry knowledge. Her flexibly in work style allows her to come with plans fully researched and developed or to advise, plan and draw on the spot. She has been willing to do as much as we needed or to let us roll with our own ideas and time frame and consult with her as needed.

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These Northern Virginia residents have owned this vacation home for about ten years. With retirement imminent, they decided to give the entire home an over-haul. With it’s great bones and amazing location, this seemed like a very sound investment for their future. Paola McDonald from Olamar Interiors had been working with the clients for the past three years, helping them to renovate their Sterling, VA condominium and their Moorefield, WV weekend home. It seemed fitting that they would also hire her to help them renovate this home as well.
For this project we took the home down to the studs and practically rebuilt it. The renovation includes an addition to the basement level and main floor to create a new fitness room, additional guest bedroom and larger kitchen and dining area. It also included a renovation of the facade of the home. The exterior of the home was completely re-sided and painted, and we added the tall windows at the stairs. The lower entry deck was expanded and an upper deck was added just off the kitchen in order for the homeowner to keep his grill away from the strong ocean winds. A new deck was also added off of the master bedroom. New stainless steel railings were added to all the decks. We opened the homes stairwells, adding custom glass railings and new lighting to create a much more open feel and allow for natural light to flood the entire main living area. The original, tiny kitchen was expanded substantially, adding a large custom eat in bar, wine storage area and plenty of storage. We utilized Decora’s Marquis Cabinetry in an espresso finish to give the kitchen a very clean, contemporary feel. Carrara marble countertops paired with a grey quartz, single slap marble backsplash, and stainless appliances create a clean look. In the new dining area, a simple Modloft dining table was paired with a Regina Andrew bubbles chandelier and Jessica Charles dining chairs for a sophisticated feel accentuated perfectly by beachy colors and textures that tie in the beautiful views of the Ocean. A custom chandelier from John Pomp is the highlight of the family room, particularly at night when it is reminiscent to fireflies in the sky. A new custom designed, custom made sectional, cozy newly added Spark Modern Fires gas fireplace, custom rug by Julie Dasher and Lee Industries chairs create a cozy place to lounge and watch television after a long day at the beach. Guests feel like they are in a luxurious boutique hotel complete with spectacular views, comfortable Ann Gish linens and beautiful and unique lighting fixtures. All three full baths and the powder room received complete facelifts with new glass, marble and ceramic tiles, Decora cabinetry, new lighting fixtures, quartz countertops and unique features that make unique statements in each one. Phillip Jeffries mica wallpaper are used in the entryway and family room fireplace walls to add a sandy texture to each space. Phillip Jeffries grasscloth was added to the master bedroom accent wall to create a delicate feature. New flooring throughout includes gorgeous dark stained hardwood floors, ceramic tile and Karastan carpeting in the bedrooms. The crisp white and grey walls are accentuated throughout the home by beach inspired turquoises, navies and lime greens. Perfectly appointed furnishings, artwork, accessories and custom made window treatments complete the look and feel of this gorgeous vacation home.
Photography by Tinius Photography

In this project, our clients purchased an existing restaurant fraught with stormwater management issues on the property. Runoff from an adjacent state highway and parking lot regularly flooded the kitchen. Additionally, a man-made pond on the property had become a problematic breeding ground for mosquitos that virtually prohibited outdoor dining during the summer. Both challenges restricted the restaurant from operating at its fullest potential. Our design/build team’s goals were to address the water runoff and mosquito issues using environmentally and financially sustainable practices. Lowering the grades around the building and parking, we were able to direct the runoff into a dry streambed enriched with water-worn cobbles and river stones and planted banks. We addressed the mosquito problem by increasing the pond’s depth, adding an aeration system, and planting the banks with wildflowers. By raising the outdoor dining, guests now overlook the pond and pleasing landscape. Natural breezes at this higher level help alleviate mosquitosl.

The Origins Coffee Table has a classic Mid-Century Modern shape with maple and walnut patterned doors that make it pop in any living room. Solid walnut doors are available if preferred. The design of this piece was inspired by the iconic work of late furniture maker Sam Maloof who helped pioneer original Mid-Century style furniture.
Mitered edge joints highlight the continuous grain that flows from the top of the piece down the side. Contrasting maple dovetails add strength and demonstrate the precision and craftsmanship in the construction of this piece. Handmade in San Diego, California.
Like all of our furniture, the solid hardwood and construction practices make it built to be enjoyed for generations.

These Northern Virginia residents have owned this vacation home for about ten years. With retirement imminent, they decided to give the entire home an over-haul. With it’s great bones and amazing location, this seemed like a very sound investment for their future. Paola McDonald from Olamar Interiors had been working with the clients for the past three years, helping them to renovate their Sterling, VA condominium and their Moorefield, WV weekend home. It seemed fitting that they would also hire her to help them renovate this home as well.
For this project we took the home down to the studs and practically rebuilt it. The renovation includes an addition to the basement level and main floor to create a new fitness room, additional guest bedroom and larger kitchen and dining area. It also included a renovation of the facade of the home. The exterior of the home was completely re-sided and painted, and we added the tall windows at the stairs. The lower entry deck was expanded and an upper deck was added just off the kitchen in order for the homeowner to keep his grill away from the strong ocean winds. A new deck was also added off of the master bedroom. New stainless steel railings were added to all the decks. We opened the homes stairwells, adding custom glass railings and new lighting to create a much more open feel and allow for natural light to flood the entire main living area. The original, tiny kitchen was expanded substantially, adding a large custom eat in bar, wine storage area and plenty of storage. We utilized Decora’s Marquis Cabinetry in an espresso finish to give the kitchen a very clean, contemporary feel. Carrara marble countertops paired with a grey quartz, single slap marble backsplash, and stainless appliances create a clean look. In the new dining area, a simple Modloft dining table was paired with a Regina Andrew bubbles chandelier and Jessica Charles dining chairs for a sophisticated feel accentuated perfectly by beachy colors and textures that tie in the beautiful views of the Ocean. A custom chandelier from John Pomp is the highlight of the family room, particularly at night when it is reminiscent to fireflies in the sky. A new custom designed, custom made sectional, cozy newly added Spark Modern Fires gas fireplace, custom rug by Julie Dasher and Lee Industries chairs create a cozy place to lounge and watch television after a long day at the beach. Guests feel like they are in a luxurious boutique hotel complete with spectacular views, comfortable Ann Gish linens and beautiful and unique lighting fixtures. All three full baths and the powder room received complete facelifts with new glass, marble and ceramic tiles, Decora cabinetry, new lighting fixtures, quartz countertops and unique features that make unique statements in each one. Phillip Jeffries mica wallpaper are used in the entryway and family room fireplace walls to add a sandy texture to each space. Phillip Jeffries grasscloth was added to the master bedroom accent wall to create a delicate feature. New flooring throughout includes gorgeous dark stained hardwood floors, ceramic tile and Karastan carpeting in the bedrooms. The crisp white and grey walls are accentuated throughout the home by beach inspired turquoises, navies and lime greens. Perfectly appointed furnishings, artwork, accessories and custom made window treatments complete the look and feel of this gorgeous vacation home.
Photography by Tinius Photography

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Columbus, OH
Hope Restoration & General Contracting
Columbus Design-Build, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Historic Renovations

This Mid-Century home had been updated except for the kitchen and master bath. After a few years of being empty nesters, and with the neighborhood turning over drastically to infill property in the millions, this couple decided the time was right to update the last remaining rooms.
Starting in the Kitchen
Taking a dark, u-shaped kitchen out of the past and updating it for the future, was a dream come true for this family. They knew what they wanted in order to entertain their large extended family, which included their three kids; plus, his family, consisting of nine children, spouses, and now grandchildren. Requirements of an open space to hang out and help out, a banquet for food presentation without obstruction, bright and clean, easy storage, a place for her mother’s china decanters, and an instant hot for tea were all part of the “must haves” for this kitchen. We also needed to work around the homeowners’ existing appliances since many of them were practically new.
Vaulted ceilings, lots of high windows, and large openings to other spaces in the house, were challenges that only a galley style kitchen could address. Blending and lacing the hardwood floor with new flooring required both the new and existing to be sanded down and refinished. This provided a coherent look to the entire first floor of this home. Matching casings, baseboards and base shoe helped to make the updates look fresh, but original to the house.
In the kitchen, choosing the sandstone slate finish on our Wellborn Maple select series cabinets kept the space soft; but really opened it, making the space lighter and brighter. The Harmony style door choice blended with the décor in the rest of the house, while also giving straight clean lines the homeowner desired. Grounding the row of cabinets with their refrigerator and a pantry cabinet, gave symmetry to this side of the kitchen.
On the opposite side, a built-in pantry cabinet mirrors the refrigerator. A row of drawer cabinets expanded the storage and banquet space, to lay out food for entertaining. Also added were some much-needed wall cabinets with glass inserts to mirror the windows and keep the space open. This also allowed the taller canister to be displayed and admired. A few smaller shelves were added above the window space, to house the smaller canisters so loved by the homeowner.
An artist by trade, this homeowner added two narrow cabinets to the side of the pantry and the side of the refrigerator panel to house and create easy access to the various spices her husband loves to use while cooking. She painted them to blend with Wellborn’s Sandstone finish. The Caesarstone countertop with a 3cm eased edge in London Gray has a small pattern that is subtle and interesting. Cutting down the Caesarstone to 2 cm and carrying the same London Gray pattern up the backsplash area, lended to the clean lines and easy cleaning this homeowner requested.
Choosing chrome plumbing fixtures from Moen’s Brantford line is timeless choice. Chrome is always popular and yet in today’s market, also very trendy. The Brantford faucet has a pull-down spray and one side handle, leaving space for the all-important request of a Transcape hot water dispenser, also in chrome.
Scraping away the past included smoothing out the popcorn ceiling. Adding LED slope cans to the vaulted ceilings provided the necessary task lighting to elevate these homeowners’ joy of cooking. Removing the dated “popcorn look” enhanced the clean and spacious feel created by the architecture of the ceiling. Adding Top Knob chrome hardware was the final element that tied the kitchen all together.
Master Bathroom
The original dated Master Bathroom had dark cabinets, a huge Jacuzzi tub and a small shower stall that provided barely enough room for even a child to shower. Removing the Jacuzzi tub that was never used, opened this floor plan to a grand shower that is comfortable and spacious. For easy cleaning, these homeowners opted for a panel system in their shower. Onyx shower walls with a shower seat and recess wide shower caddy were installed in place of the old Jacuzzi style tub.
The large panels were quite a challenge for our team, with an eight foot door and vaulted ceilings; but they were determined not to have a seam. These seamless panels are beautiful and very easy to clean. Keeping with the original floor plan, a double sink vanity from Wellborn’s select line with the Harmony door style in a pebble finish was installed. New Kohler Caxton under mount sinks were installed, along with the Moen Kinsley 8” wide spread faucets in chrome. Matching Kingsley 18” grab bars were added to the shower area, along with the Kohler Brantford fixed shower head and handheld slide bar.
The countertop was a beautiful Caesarstone in Frosty Carrina with an eased edge and 4” back and side splash. Matching Kinsley towel hooks were added, along with mirrors the homeowner purchased and we installed for her. Top Knobs chrome cabinet hardware finished the look along with a beautiful tile floor AO Mira 1224-S Silver Maple laid in a broken joint pattern. Matching marble sills were added on top of the knee walls and threshold in the doorway. A 3/8” frameless custom shower door with fixed panels surrounded the shower creating an open airy feel to the space.
Not shown: Kohler’s Wellworth highline toilet with a slow-close seat replaces the original toilet. The original shower stall became a space used to house a stackable washer and dryer, a top a safety pan and drain to slop sink in the basement. There was even enough room for small shelving to provide storage for laundry essentials. Adding a louver door keeps the laundry area behind the scene and opens the master area to multiple tasks needed.
Master Bedroom Fireplace
This homeowner really missed a bedroom fireplace they had in a previous home. Since we were going to be working on their master bathroom anyway; was there a way to create a fireplace without making it feel too odd in their large bedroom area? They had purchased a ventless gas fireplace and they had their original television as well.
Challenged by windows, a vaulted ceiling and the natural light streaming from the back window; this divided wall was created, keeping the lighting from the other side of the room and providing a dressing area opposite the fireplace. This was a perfect idea since the closets are now in the dressing area and the creative wall houses the fireplace and TV for cold winter nights of snuggling to a movie. Better yet, the fireplace and TV are all on remote control!

What a fun project and what a beautiful home! This young growing family wanted high quality new cabinets throughout their new-build in Hinkley, MN. They had six spaces in the home that needed cabinetry and enlisted us here at The Cabinet Store to help! Not only did we help them with the design (much of it done efficiently long distance), but we were able to install all six rooms in one day!
The homeowners wanted a transitional interior style for their home, a mix of modern and traditional. They wanted the overall look to be clean, contemporary, and warm. A mix of wood and painted cabinetry was the perfect fit to give off this polished, but cozy feel throughout the home.
Selecting Showplace Wood’s Breckenridge door style throughout the whole home, and alternating the color tones (Soft Cream with Walnut glaze for some rooms and Cherry wood stained Coffee in other rooms), they got just what they wanted. Plus we custom made matching pieces for various rooms in our very own custom cabinetry shop to match the Showplace cabinets!
This week we’re going to feature photos of the kitchen cabinetry & the living room shelving / entertainment center. See the fabulous outcome below!
The kitchen features a fun mix of the cream color cabinets on the top and bottom of the outer edges and the coffee toned ones on the island. And the entertainment center / shelving shown in the living room was custom made here at The Cabinet Store to match the cabinets of the kitchen island. Practical and beautiful!

This stunning new kitchen in St Albans blends bold design choices with practical family living, created in collaboration with interior designer Emma Kosh.
Featuring Schüller’s Sienna Matt Velvet cabinetry in Pale Rose and Onyx Black, the space delivers a striking contrast that feels both modern and luxurious. The pink tones bring a unique, personalised touch, while the deep black adds depth and sophistication.
Designed alongside Emma Kosh, the layout was tailored to suit a large, extended family, with an open-plan dining and living area that flows seamlessly for everyday use and entertaining. A dedicated breakfast unit and bar area create the perfect spot for morning coffees, casual meals, or evening drinks, adding both style and functionality.
The 20mm AG Carrara Q Quartz worktops, supplied by Algarve, bring a crisp, refined finish with beautiful marble-inspired veining. They are as durable as they are elegant, making them ideal for a busy family kitchen.
Premium appliances from Siemens, Blanco, and Quooker were chosen for their performance, reliability, and sleek design, ensuring the space works as hard as it looks good.
If you’re ready to create a kitchen that combines personality, practicality, and a true wow factor, get in touch—we’d love to help you design your dream space.
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