Do you ever think about DIYing your closet renovation, but you’re just not sure it’ll turn out the way you want? This is where we found our recent client, Amanda, and her husband, Terry. DIY Dreamers The couple was in the middle of renovating their master bath when Amanda went down a Pinterest ‘rabbit hole.’ There in her endless scrolling, she was mesmerized by photos of beautiful master closets…efficient master closets…organized master closets…inspired master closets. Amanda began thinking…If she and Terry were already redoing their master bath, it only made sense to renovate their ensuite closet at the same time. They could even DIY it and save a little bit of money, too. Right? Amanda took measurements, researched closet organization systems online, and prepared to become a closet DIY warrior. But a little thought was holding her back. It wasn’t that she didn’t think they could do it themselves. Could they survive the stress of the renovation process? What if they ended up hating the result? What if they ended up hating each other in the process? That’s when Amanda found us and decided to explore a different option. A Professional Job – At the Same Price  Our Designer Felicity arrived for a consultation, worked up a complete closet renovation plan, explained our signature stress-free installation process, and gave the couple a price. The number ended up rivaling the final DIY cost. Amanda and Terry were sold (and relieved). The couple’s professional closet renovation & end-to-end installation took place over just 2 days last summer. They now have custom floor-to-ceiling closet organization – and new weight off of their shoulders that only comes with a clean, organized space. We later returned to revamp their daughter Savannah’s closet a few weeks later. Before you DIY your closet revamp, give us a quick call. We’d love to show you what we can do. Request a free consultation to get started on your dream closet here: https://www.inspiredclosets.com/locations/baton-rouge/contact/

- NAUTILUS DINING TABLE. NAUTILUS dining table with special dimensions. Realized with 6 Murano glass cylinders in ''Gold'', ''Murrina'' and ''Striato'' finishes. Transparent glass top 5/8'' thick with perimeter band 15''3/4 width realized in shiny ebony wood with metal details in silver finish Plinth 1''5/8 High in shiny ebony wood with LED lighting fixed next to each Murano glass cylinder. The three legs have been created by our master glassmakers applying a very ancient process, handed over the centuries till now: processing with pure gold, Murrine and striped processing. By executing ''Nautilus'', 'glassmakers' art is particularly recognizable in their ability of lifting an incandescent mass of glass (over 88 pounds weight), without warping it, so that the interior drawing remains intact. Every pieces of the collection consists of limited pieces and it has to be considered an only copy extant. Customized versions available on request for both dimensions and finishes. 157''1/2W x 59''D x 29''1/2H. http://ow.ly/3yyI9d - NEW YORK CHAIR. Chair with frame in oak-wood, available in whitened or wengè finish. 18''5/8W X 22''7/8 x 47''1/4H. http://ow.ly/3yyIbE - CA D’ORO CABINET. Cabinet with structure in wood. Doors in glass with Dune pattern, with metal frame and LED lighting. Base in transparent glass. Metal spacers and handle. Finishes: Canaletto Walnut, Shiny Lacquered, Shiny Ebony Wood. Glass base with pattern design: Dune, San Marco or Vienna. 45''5/8W x 17''3/4D x 64''5/8H. http://ow.ly/3yyIgI - SIRIUS CHANDELIER. Chandelier with blown transparent glass pendants. ø 23''5/8 x 51''1/8H (5 elements). ø 31''1/2 x 51''1/8H (12 elements). ø 39''3/8 x 51''1/8H (25 elements). ø 51''1/8 x 86''5/8H (50 elements). ø 59'' x 86''5/8H (150 elements). 47''1/4 x 15''3/4 x 51''1/8H (oval 12 elements) . Customized versions available on request. http://ow.ly/3yyIeL - CASANOVA MIRROR. Casanova mirror with light: Extra-clear mirror 1/8'' thick with engravings placed 1/2'' from the edge and with 45º bevel. Frame with one by one handmade decorations in transparent Murano glass, available also in black, grey-blue, amber, red, amethyst, tobacco and light grey colour or in fine-gold finishing. LED lighting system between mirror and frame. Dimensions: DECORI ''O'': 38''5/8 x 29''1/2. 38''5/8 x 38''5/8. 48'' x 34''5/8. 48'' x 48''. 48'' x 57''1/2. 76''3/4 x 29''1/8. 76''3/4 x 43''3/8. 95''5/8 x 95''5/8. 57''1/2 x 95''5/8. DECORI ''C e Y'': 37'' x 27''1/8. 37'' x 37''. 46''1/2 x 46''1/2. 46''1/2 x 56''. 74''3/4 x 27''1/8. 74''3/4 x 46''1/2. 94'' x 94''. http://ow.ly/3zb4C6

Howard Roberts
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Alair Homes is committed to quality throughout every stage of the building process and in every detail of your new custom home or home renovation. We guarantee superior work because we perform quality assurance checks at every stage of the building process. Before anything is covered up – even before city building inspectors come to your home – we critically examine our work to ensure that it lives up to our extraordinarily high standards. We are proud of our extraordinary high building standards as well as our renowned customer service. Every Alair Homes custom home comes with a two year national home warranty as well as an Alair Homes guarantee and includes complimentary 3, 6 and 12 month inspections after completion. During our proprietary construction process every detail is accessible to Alair Homes clients online 24 hours a day to view project details, schedules, sub trade quotes, pricing in order to give Alair Homes clients 100% control over every single item regardless how small.

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William Rossoto, Rossoto Art LLC
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Malibu Glass Box House by Klopf Architecture Following the devastating Woolsey Fire of 2018, the site in Malibu offered a unique opportunity to rebuild not just a home, but a new architectural composition that highlighted the property’s potential while navigating strict fire-rebuild codes in the area. Designed by Klopf Architecture, this project embraced a set of limitations and translated them into an architectural asset. The city’s fire-rebuild process required the new structure to remain close to the original footprint, size and bulk, a constraint that ultimately clarified the architectural direction. Perched near the front of a long, narrow lot, the new home frames and overlooks a private, park-like rear expanse, an uncommon luxury especially in this part of Malibu . Without a fixed program, the design process allowed for a different kind of creative focus allowing Klopf Architecture the opportunity to explore how a modernist home could best respond to this site. The team approached the project not with a list of requirements, but with a question: How might a modernist live here? What spatial qualities would inspire calm, connection, and a sense of wonder in this setting? The process became less about problem-solving and more about architectural storytelling—letting the site, the light, and the principles of modern design guide the form and flow of the home. The response emerged in the form of a glass-box pavilion, an open, Mid-Century Modern inspired living, dining, and kitchen space that floats at the edge of the property’s natural descent. Connected to the more enclosed, private areas of the home by a glass-walled hallway, the living pavilion becomes a distinct centerpiece of the design. It opens on all four sides to the landscape with decks and patios on the flanks, an internal garden and water feature to the north, and a dramatic unguarded view of the expansive backyard and ocean horizon to the south. Because of the mandated footprint, careful planning was required to ensure every space could still engage with light, landscape, or both. Strategic voids in the form of atriums and courtyards allow daylight to filter deep into the home’s core, while offering moments of surprise and retreat. These design gestures allow natural light to filter deep into the interior, creating a sense of brightness and openness throughout the day. At the same time, they expand the perceptual boundaries between inside and out, making the home feel more expansive while anchoring its connection to the surrounding landscape. The siting of the house is what gives it its unique character. Rather than receding into the backyard like the neighboring homes, the house holds a slight prominence. From the central living pavilion, stepping down into the landscape feels more like entering a secluded park where a separate existing accessory structure, trail, and recreational areas await. The home’s modest street presence gives way to this unfolding drama of space, view, and nature. Fire-resilient materials and assemblies are integrated seamlessly throughout including triple-pane glazing, under-slab and roof insulation, and locally sourced fire-rated cladding ensure the house not only meets Calfornia’s rigorous wildland-urban interface (WUI) standards, but feels effortlessly aligned with them. While technical decisions like fire-hardening and mechanical systems presented some construction challenges, particularly around the cantilevered glass box, the team found a functional compromise that preserved the integrity of the design. Inside, a restrained palette and exposed post and beam design celebrate the ethos of mid-century modernism. A central circulation spine extends from the entry to the rear glass wall, offering a continuous visual link from street to ocean. Spaces such as the library and office, though more intimate in scale, are never cut off from nature as each opens to its own unique courtyard or garden view. Though born out of a strict regulatory framework and developed without a specific client, the rebuild design unfolded with remarkable clarity. Grounded in site logic, refined by limitations and an emphasis on timeless spatial relationships – light, proportion, and a strong connection to nature, the resulting design feels both effortless and uplifting. The home lives lightly on the land, opens generously to its surroundings, and strikes a careful balance between privacy, openness, and calm. For Klopf Architecture, it stands as a compelling case study in how site, code, and circumstantial constraints can inspire enduring, modernist architecture. With years of experience reimagining mid-century modern design for how people live today, the firm took the project’s limitations as an opportunity. The result is a home shaped by open, flowing spaces, strong indoor-outdoor connections, and a calm, clear sense of structure. It’s a good reminder that even with strict constraints, there’s still room for architecture to breathe—and for modernism to keep moving forward. Klopf Architecture project team: Geoff Campen, John Klopf, AIA, and Sherry Tan Structural Engineer: ZFA Contractor: Maison D’Artiste Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed Year Completed: 2023

Greenview Designs has extensive knowledge of working around pools as we work very closely with the nation’s largest and number one rated pool builder. Blue Haven Pools and Greenview Designs provide you with a seem less and headache free process so you can enjoy your backyard paradise before, during and after the build process. You’re working directly with the owners of both companies and we will provide the custom service and install you deserve. Our team work with our two companies, suppliers, architects and engineers will be enjoyable for you throughout the process and we know our knowledge and professionalism will be evident.