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Our Principal Designer, Lori Brock, revamped this kitchen in a 1920's Portland home. The wall was knocked down to expand the kitchen, a window was placed looking out the the backyard, all new cabinets and countertops were installed. They gave the kitchen a new look with glass subway tiles as the backsplash and added porcelain tile flooring. The breakfast bar was a necessity for these clients to add more seating and counter space. The feel for this space is bright and functional. (Lori designed this kitchen before working for Affinity Home & Design.)

Atherton has many large substantial homes - our clients purchased an existing home on a one acre flag-shaped lot and asked us to design a new dream home for them. The result is a new 7,000 square foot four-building complex consisting of the main house, six-car garage with two car lifts, pool house with a full one bedroom residence inside, and a separate home office /work out gym studio building. A fifty-foot swimming pool was also created with fully landscaped yards.
Given the rectangular shape of the lot, it was decided to angle the house to incoming visitors slightly so as to more dramatically present itself. The house became a classic u-shaped home but Feng Shui design principals were employed directing the placement of the pool house to better contain the energy flow on the site. The main house entry door is then aligned with a special Japanese red maple at the end of a long visual axis at the rear of the site. These angles and alignments set up everything else about the house design and layout, and views from various rooms allow you to see into virtually every space tracking movements of others in the home.
The residence is simply divided into two wings of public use, kitchen and family room, and the other wing of bedrooms, connected by the living and dining great room. Function drove the exterior form of windows and solid walls with a line of clerestory windows which bring light into the middle of the large home. Extensive sun shadow studies with 3D tree modeling led to the unorthodox placement of the pool to the north of the home, but tree shadow tracking showed this to be the sunniest area during the entire year.
Sustainable measures included a full 7.1kW solar photovoltaic array technically making the house off the grid, and arranged so that no panels are visible from the property. A large 16,000 gallon rainwater catchment system consisting of tanks buried below grade was installed. The home is California GreenPoint rated and also features sealed roof soffits and a sealed crawlspace without the usual venting. A whole house computer automation system with server room was installed as well. Heating and cooling utilize hot water radiant heated concrete and wood floors supplemented by heat pump generated heating and cooling.
A compound of buildings created to form balanced relationships between each other, this home is about circulation, light and a balance of form and function. Photo by Philip Liang Photography.
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A custom sculptural steel kitchen island serves as the functional and visual anchor of the open-plan living space.
Its geometric form references precision fabrication while reinforcing the home’s modern architectural language.

Project Team:
Ben Awes, AIA, Principal-In-Charge, Bob Ganser AIA, Nate Dodge
Photographer: Alyssa Lee
www.alyssaleephotography.com
Example of a trendy kitchen design in Minneapolis
Example of a trendy kitchen design in Minneapolis

Photo by Rick Pharaoh
Inspiration for a large modern master brown tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor corner shower remodel with an undermount tub and brown walls
Inspiration for a large modern master brown tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor corner shower remodel with an undermount tub and brown walls

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950 sq. ft. gut renovation of a pre-war NYC apartment to add a half-bath and guest bedroom.
Example of a small classic guest dark wood floor bedroom design in New York with beige walls and no fireplace
Example of a small classic guest dark wood floor bedroom design in New York with beige walls and no fireplace

Atherton has many large substantial homes - our clients purchased an existing home on a one acre flag-shaped lot and asked us to design a new dream home for them. The result is a new 7,000 square foot four-building complex consisting of the main house, six-car garage with two car lifts, pool house with a full one bedroom residence inside, and a separate home office /work out gym studio building. A fifty-foot swimming pool was also created with fully landscaped yards.
Given the rectangular shape of the lot, it was decided to angle the house to incoming visitors slightly so as to more dramatically present itself. The house became a classic u-shaped home but Feng Shui design principals were employed directing the placement of the pool house to better contain the energy flow on the site. The main house entry door is then aligned with a special Japanese red maple at the end of a long visual axis at the rear of the site. These angles and alignments set up everything else about the house design and layout, and views from various rooms allow you to see into virtually every space tracking movements of others in the home.
The residence is simply divided into two wings of public use, kitchen and family room, and the other wing of bedrooms, connected by the living and dining great room. Function drove the exterior form of windows and solid walls with a line of clerestory windows which bring light into the middle of the large home. Extensive sun shadow studies with 3D tree modeling led to the unorthodox placement of the pool to the north of the home, but tree shadow tracking showed this to be the sunniest area during the entire year.
Sustainable measures included a full 7.1kW solar photovoltaic array technically making the house off the grid, and arranged so that no panels are visible from the property. A large 16,000 gallon rainwater catchment system consisting of tanks buried below grade was installed. The home is California GreenPoint rated and also features sealed roof soffits and a sealed crawlspace without the usual venting. A whole house computer automation system with server room was installed as well. Heating and cooling utilize hot water radiant heated concrete and wood floors supplemented by heat pump generated heating and cooling.
A compound of buildings created to form balanced relationships between each other, this home is about circulation, light and a balance of form and function. Photo by Philip Liang Photography.

Example of a trendy gray tile gray floor bathroom design in Nashville with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls and white countertops

Stacey Pentland Photography
Example of a mid-sized farmhouse master white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor claw-foot bathtub design in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops
Example of a mid-sized farmhouse master white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor claw-foot bathtub design in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops

A mountain retreat for an urban family of five, centered on coming together over games in the great room. Every detail speaks to the parents’ parallel priorities—sophistication and function—a twofold mission epitomized by the living area, where a cashmere sectional—perfect for piling atop as a family—folds around two coffee tables with hidden storage drawers. An ambiance of commodious camaraderie pervades the panoramic space. Upstairs, bedrooms serve as serene enclaves, with mountain views complemented by statement lighting like Owen Mortensen’s mesmerizing tumbleweed chandelier. No matter the moment, the residence remains rooted in the family’s intimate rhythms.

ND Interiors is a full-service interior design studio based in Westchester County, New York. Our goal is to create timelessly stylish spaces that are in equal parts beautiful and functional.
Principal Designer Nancy Davilman embraces the philosophy that every good design choice comes from the dynamic relationship between client and designer.
Recognized for her keen eye and wide-ranging experience, Nancy builds every project upon these fundamentals:
An understanding of the client’s lifestyle at home;.
An appreciation for the client’s tastes, goals, time frame and budget; and
Consideration of the character and distinctiveness of the home.
The result is timelessly stylish spaces that are in equal parts beautiful and functional -- often featuring unexpected elements and one-of-a-kind finds from Nancy’s vast network of sources.
ND Interiors welcomes projects of all sizes.

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Plain City, OH
The Creative Kitchen Company
Columbus Area Kitchen Remodeling and Refacing Professional

Farmhouse dark wood floor and brown floor living room photo in Seattle with white walls, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace

I worked with CAD Development to select the cabinetry and stone/tile for this lovely new construction home in Westchester County. I was then hired by the homeowners to decorate the interiors, It was a great job from start to finish!
ND Interiors is a full-service interior design studio based in Westchester County, New York. Our goal is to create timelessly stylish spaces that are in equal parts beautiful and functional.
Principal Designer Nancy Davilman embraces the philosophy that every good design choice comes from the dynamic relationship between client and designer.
Recognized for her keen eye and wide-ranging experience, Nancy builds every project upon these fundamentals:
An understanding of the client’s lifestyle at home;.
An appreciation for the client’s tastes, goals, time frame and budget; and
Consideration of the character and distinctiveness of the home.
The result is timelessly stylish spaces that are in equal parts beautiful and functional -- often featuring unexpected elements and one-of-a-kind finds from Nancy’s vast network of sources.
ND Interiors welcomes projects of all sizes.

Designed as a calm and quietly luxurious retreat, this principal bedroom combines soft neutral tones, layered textures and bespoke detailing to create a contemporary bedroom interior that feels both elegant and deeply restful. Completed by By Two Studio as part of the Refined Family Home project in London, the space reflects a refined approach to modern luxury interior design centred around comfort, functionality and timeless styling.
A bespoke upholstered feature headboard wall introduces subtle structure and depth, anchoring the bed while maintaining a light and sophisticated aesthetic. Integrated fitted joinery and a tailored dressing area provide practical bedroom storage solutions without disrupting the clean, uncluttered feel of the room. Carefully selected finishes, soft textiles and warm neutral colours bring balance and cohesion throughout, helping the space feel considered yet effortless for everyday family living.
A glazed partition connects the principal bedroom to the contemporary ensuite bathroom, allowing natural light to flow between the spaces while still preserving privacy. The ensuite continues the same quiet luxury design language, featuring a freestanding bath, walk-in shower and minimalist bathroom finishes that create a calm and refined atmosphere.
The result is a cohesive luxury bedroom and ensuite design that feels serene, functional and timeless, a modern retreat carefully tailored to support relaxed, elevated living.

Photography: Dana Hoff
Architecture and Interiors: Anderson Studio of Architecture & Design; Scott Anderson, Principal Architect/ Mark Moehring, Project Architect/ Adam Wilson, Associate Architect and Project Manager/ Ryan Smith, Associate Architect/ Michelle Suddeth, Director of Interiors/Emily Cox, Director of Interior Architecture/Anna Bett Moore, Designer & Procurement Expeditor/Gina Iacovelli, Design Assistant
Dining Table: Century Furniture
Oyster Chandelier: Lowcountry Originals
Rug: Designer Carpets
Fabric/Leather: Perennials, Edelman
Built-in Cushions: Jean's Custom Workroom

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Orange County, CA - A courtyard entry gate is like a front door to a home so proper attention to its design and detailing needs to be taken into consideration.
This courtyard entry gate in a Mediterranean style was designed as part of a garage door and garden gate project we did in Corona del Mar, CA. The entry gate borrowed some of the architectural elements we used on the garage doors. For instance the bottom diamond panels which are carved by hand out of a solid piece of wood is a direct feature we used form the garage door design. The wood we opted to use was mahogany and it was graciously stained the same color as the garage doors to pull in the front curb appeal of the home together.
Though the garage door design was rather simple the focus of this home was the entry way to the courtyard gate so extra details were used such as the hand-forged scrolling girll used on the front which is backed with a functional rain glass door that can be opened for cleaning or speaking to someone without opening the entry gate. The iron work is exquisitely detailed in a turn of the century neoclassic style with gorgeous finials and scrolls that make the entry gate so elegant!
We treat entry courtyard gates like front doors because these gates are the focal point of entry to a home, the passage your guests will go through and so you want to impress with your best offering a luxurious welcoming with a world-class designed gate by Dynamic Garage Door.
Our specialty is design then formidable craftsmanship and expert installation. Let our team create a courtyard or garden gate that will make jaws drop and a coupe of neighbors turn green with envy!
Call Dynamic Garage Door at (855) 343-3667 for pricing on our custom gate projects made to your specifications!

Brittany R. Lanzone
Principal Designer
Allied Member ASID
NKBA Member
RAE DESIGN GROUP
282 W. Main St., Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 586-8300 Fax: (973) 586-8301
www.raedesigngroup.com
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Brittany R. Lanzone

Example of a transitional l-shaped brown floor kitchen design with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops
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