Reminiscent of softly weathered wood, Dura Supreme’s Weathered collection of finishes looks as if it has been exposed to years of sun, wind and rain. Like an old drift fence, tumbled driftwood, or seasoned barn planks; each of Dura Supreme’s Weathered finishes portrays wood that has been exposed to the elements. Dura Supreme’s special finishing process raises the grain to expose swirls and patterns with a uniquely textured surface. The wood is then lightly distressed by hand to replicate age and wear. After staining, glaze is applied to highlight the grain and then lightly buffed on edges and around knots to reveal the stain color shown. Because each cut of wood is unique, every Weathered finish is a one-of-a-kind rendition that appears to have been aged and worn by time itself. Dura Supreme’s Weathered finish collection includes an array of colors that evoke images of driftwood, dock planks or charred campfire wood. Choose from Dura Supreme’s four different wood species, each with their own charm and character marks. Select from any of Dura Supreme’s wood door styles to create a look that’s uniquely your own. Find a Dura Supreme Showroom near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure

Modern Chic home with Bold Pop of Colors My client are engineers and very tech savvy. Being analyticals, they did their research and requested me to be their designer. They were in the process of renovating their home to a modern design and wanted the interior to also reflect that aesthetic. The goals and needs were simple: modern living room with bold color accents. With that in mind, I designed the room with smaller pieces and artwork that are bold in color and allowed the main furniture to remain neutral. This allows them a canvas to change out the pops of colors as of as they like. Photography by Jordany Metelus

We were introduced to this turn of the century home in Anacortes, Wa. with a request from the owner to remove what was left of an existing deck and create a courtyard and new lower deck to compliment the home. The upper deck was in dire need of attention as well. The deck was temporarily supported during the courtyard construction, then properly supported and reconstructed. The waterproof coating is a multi-step process commonly referred to as "Span-Tex".

A Gilmans Kitchens and Baths Install Only Project! A little bit more drama was implemented in the master bathroom. Shades of taupe and grey were used, while sparkly countertops, tile, cabinet knobs and pendant lights added simple glamour. A banjo countertop using Cambria's Whitney was used for extra contertop surface and a linen cabinet was added for adequate storage. Learn more about the Gilmans Install Only Process! http://www.gkandb.com/services/design-build/ DESIGNER: JANIS MANACSA PHOTOGRAPHY: TREVE JOHNSON CABINETS: KITCHEN CRAFT CABINETRY COUNTERTOP: CAMBRIA WHITNEY

We were introduced to this turn of the century home in Anacortes, Wa. with a request from the owner to remove what was left of an existing deck and create a courtyard and new lower deck to compliment the home. The upper deck was in dire need of attention as well. The deck was temporarily supported during the courtyard construction, then properly supported and reconstructed. The waterproof coating is a multi-step process commonly referred to as "Span-Tex".

This rural contemporary home was designed for a couple with two grown children not living with them. The couple wanted a clean contemporary plan with attention to nice materials and practical for their relaxing lifestyle with them, their visiting children and large dog. The designer was involved in the process from the beginning by drawing the house plans. The couple had some requests to fit their lifestyle.

This rural contemporary home was designed for a couple with two grown children not living with them. The couple wanted a clean contemporary plan with attention to nice materials and practical for their relaxing lifestyle with them, their visiting children and large dog. The designer was involved in the process from the beginning by drawing the house plans. The couple had some requests to fit their lifestyle.

Example of a transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

The kitchen has shades of dark grey, charcoal for its countertops, kithchen island, and cabinets. The charcoal glass backsplash completes the dark look. Equipments, devices and food products are ingeniously hidden behind the charcoal lacquered panels. All the appliances are integrated and the fridge is panel-ready. Image credits: Francis Raymond

Modern Chic home with Bold Pop of Colors My client are engineers and very tech savvy. Being analyticals, they did their research and requested me to be their designer. They were in the process of renovating their home to a modern design and wanted the interior to also reflect that aesthetic. The goals and needs were simple: modern living room with bold color accents. With that in mind, I designed the room with smaller pieces and artwork that are bold in color and allowed the main furniture to remain neutral. This allows them a canvas to change out the pops of colors as of as they like. Photography by Jordany Metelus

This rural contemporary home was designed for a couple with two grown children not living with them. The couple wanted a clean contemporary plan with attention to nice materials and practical for their relaxing lifestyle with them, their visiting children and large dog. The designer was involved in the process from the beginning by drawing the house plans. The couple had some requests to fit their lifestyle.

Modern Chic home with Bold Pop of Colors My client are engineers and very tech savvy. Being analyticals, they did their research and requested me to be their designer. They were in the process of renovating their home to a modern design and wanted the interior to also reflect that aesthetic. The goals and needs were simple: modern living room with bold color accents. With that in mind, I designed the room with smaller pieces and artwork that are bold in color and allowed the main furniture to remain neutral. This allows them a canvas to change out the pops of colors as of as they like. Photography by Jordany Metelus

Modern Chic home with Bold Pop of Colors My client are engineers and very tech savvy. Being analyticals, they did their research and requested me to be their designer. They were in the process of renovating their home to a modern design and wanted the interior to also reflect that aesthetic. The goals and needs were simple: modern living room with bold color accents. With that in mind, I designed the room with smaller pieces and artwork that are bold in color and allowed the main furniture to remain neutral. This allows them a canvas to change out the pops of colors as of as they like. Photography by Jordany Metelus

All Surface Restoration specializes in composite deck cleaning, sealing & maintenance. Our eco-friendly "soft wash" process of cleaning restores the like new appearance by safely removing dirt & environmental stains. Metro Detroit, Michigan residents can request a free estimate at: http://surfacerestoration.com/services/composite-deck-restoration/ or call 248-475-0004

This rural contemporary home was designed for a couple with two grown children not living with them. The couple wanted a clean contemporary plan with attention to nice materials and practical for their relaxing lifestyle with them, their visiting children and large dog. The designer was involved in the process from the beginning by drawing the house plans. The couple had some requests to fit their lifestyle.

We recently had a client reach out to us and they were looking for something unique and different – which is what we specialized in! They were looking for a custom railing that had some simplicity but was still modern and beautiful. We drew up some designs and sent over some picture ideas and the client agreed on them. We then began the fabrication process and looking over every angle of the product to ensure that the quality and finish would exceed all specifications. A few weeks later the product was ready to install in this brand new home. They had requested a metal top rail and we finished the installation process within the day. (312) 912-7405

The client’s request was quite common - a typical 2800 sf builder home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living space, and den. However, their desire was for this to be “anything but common.” The result is an innovative update on the production home for the modern era, and serves as a direct counterpoint to the neighborhood and its more conventional suburban housing stock, which focus views to the backyard and seeks to nullify the unique qualities and challenges of topography and the natural environment. The Terraced House cautiously steps down the site’s steep topography, resulting in a more nuanced approach to site development than cutting and filling that is so common in the builder homes of the area. The compact house opens up in very focused views that capture the natural wooded setting, while masking the sounds and views of the directly adjacent roadway. The main living spaces face this major roadway, effectively flipping the typical orientation of a suburban home, and the main entrance pulls visitors up to the second floor and halfway through the site, providing a sense of procession and privacy absent in the typical suburban home. Clad in a custom rain screen that reflects the wood of the surrounding landscape - while providing a glimpse into the interior tones that are used. The stepping “wood boxes” rest on a series of concrete walls that organize the site, retain the earth, and - in conjunction with the wood veneer panels - provide a subtle organic texture to the composition. The interior spaces wrap around an interior knuckle that houses public zones and vertical circulation - allowing more private spaces to exist at the edges of the building. The windows get larger and more frequent as they ascend the building, culminating in the upstairs bedrooms that occupy the site like a tree house - giving views in all directions. The Terraced House imports urban qualities to the suburban neighborhood and seeks to elevate the typical approach to production home construction, while being more in tune with modern family living patterns. Overview: Elm Grove Size: 2,800 sf, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Completion Date: September 2014 Services: Architecture, Landscape Architecture Interior Consultants: Amy Carman Design

All Surface Restoration specializes in composite deck cleaning, sealing & maintenance. Our eco-friendly "soft wash" process of cleaning restores the like new appearance by safely removing dirt & environmental stains. Metro Detroit, Michigan residents can request a free estimate at: http://surfacerestoration.com/services/composite-deck-restoration/ or call 248-475-0004

"I cannot say enough good things about the Innovative Construction team and work product. They remodeled our water-damaged, 1930s basement, and exceeded all of our expectations - before and after photos simply cannot do this project justice. The original basement included an awkward staircase in an awkward location, one bedroom, one bathroom, a kitchen and small living space. We had a difficult time imagining that it could be much more than that. Innovative Construction's design team was creative, and thought completely out of the box. They relocated the stairwell in a way we did not think was possible, opening up the basement to reconfigure the bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, living space, but also adding an office and finished storage room. The end result is as functional as it is beautiful. As with all construction, particularly a renovation of an old house, there will be inconveniences, it will be messy, and plenty of surprises behind the old walls. The Innovative Construction team maintained a clean and safe work site for 100% of the project, with minimal disruption to our daily lives, even when there was a large hole cut into our main living room floor to accommodate new stairs down to the basement. The team showed creativity and an eye for design when working around some of the unexpected "character" revealed when opening the walls. The team effectively uses technology to keep everyone on the same page about changes, requests, schedules, contracts, invoices, etc. Everyone is friendly, competent, helpful, and responsive. I felt heard throughout the process, and my requests were responded to quickly and thoroughly. I recommend Innovative Construction without reservation."