Roll-out shelves in the pantry provide versatile storage and easy access.
Inspiration for a large timeless l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This sliding barn door provides separation between kitchen and dining room, while opening easily for access between rooms.
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Freestanding bathtub - contemporary master mosaic tile freestanding bathtub idea in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets and an integrated sink

This amazing landscape project for old friends was an opportunity to design everything outside of the house. The tiered pool includes shear descent waterfalls, diving platform, deck jets and stepping stones across the water. A formal garden in the front yard features bluestone paver walkways. A fire pit by the bay sets the stage for relaxing evenings. A synthetic turf panel by the house provides a convenient relief spot for the family dog. Custom designed brick walls and gate screen the trash cans and provide access to the Owner's brother's house next door.

Custom millwork wall was created to keep all the couples clothes organized and easy to access, The built-in desk provides the perfect touch down space as it includes built-in USB outlets as well. Painted out to match the walls the overall look is clean, functional and provides a bit of texture to the overall room.

On a site that slopes gently down to Penobscot Bay, a Washington couple with four grown children sought to develop a house that would serve as a summer home and vacation destination for the family. Drawing from the New England vernacular of simple forms and traditional materials, the house provides modern spaces for living with two parallel but offset two-story gabled wings linked by a bridge spanning an open Great Room. This soaring space, anchored at one end by a large granite-clad fireplace, serves to link the house together, and to provide premier views of the ocean to the east. A wall of windows and doors opens to a combination covered and screened porch, providing access to a lawn sloping to the rocky coast. An open Kitchen serves the Dining Area and porch, as well as a link to the south yard and a view to an intimate cove. A private Library on the west wall provides a quiet away space. At the north wing, the Master Suite, including a Study, gains access to a private patio with commanding views of the ocean below. The upper levels of the north and south wings, provide bedrooms for the children and their families. An open bridge links the wings and provides views to the Great Room below, the sea beyond, and the front entry court to the north. A detached garage keeps cars out of view and provides a second-story get-away room. This house was completed in the summer of 2015.

On a site that slopes gently down to Penobscot Bay, a Washington couple with four grown children sought to develop a house that would serve as a summer home and vacation destination for the family. Drawing from the New England vernacular of simple forms and traditional materials, the house provides modern spaces for living with two parallel but offset two-story gabled wings linked by a bridge spanning an open Great Room. This soaring space, anchored at one end by a large granite-clad fireplace, serves to link the house together, and to provide premier views of the ocean to the east. A wall of windows and doors opens to a combination covered and screened porch, providing access to a lawn sloping to the rocky coast. An open Kitchen serves the Dining Area and porch, as well as a link to the south yard and a view to an intimate cove. A private Library on the west wall provides a quiet away space. At the north wing, the Master Suite, including a Study, gains access to a private patio with commanding views of the ocean below. The upper levels of the north and south wings, provide bedrooms for the children and their families. An open bridge links the wings and provides views to the Great Room below, the sea beyond, and the front entry court to the north. A detached garage keeps cars out of view and provides a second-story get-away room. This house was completed in the summer of 2015.

Our client wanted a landscape renovation with pathway access to the driveway, landscape lighting, drainage and irrigation. Focusing on the home owner's traditional style we provided a lovely southern landscape with lots of New Orleans charm

Lakefront living is not often luxurious and conscious of size. The “Emmett” design achieves both of these goals in style. Despite being ideal for a narrow waterfront lot, this home leaves nothing wanting, offering homeowners three full floors of modern living. Dining, kitchen, and living areas flank the outdoor patio space, while three bedrooms plus a master suite are located on the upper level. The lower level provides additional gathering space and a bunk room, as well as a “beach bath” with walkout access to the lake.

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This striking glass elevator is proof it is never too late to make your home accessible. The elevator tower was added to the exterior of this multistory house to provide access to all five levels. The combination of the tower’s windows and the windows incorporated into the elevator’s cab lets natural light shine into the home while ensuring the gorgeous view of the private, woodland backyard is never obstructed. This home elevator project was a true marvel that allows the homeowners to age in place and enjoy their beautiful woodland oasis home for many years to come.

Transform your laundry room into a functional and stylish space with AMA Development’s renovation expertise. Our design includes an eye-catching accent wall, adding personality and charm to the room while infusing it with a touch of sophistication. Custom cabinets provide ample storage solutions, keeping laundry essentials organized and easily accessible.

A reconfigured and repaved driveway required significant site re-grading to provide access to a new 3-car garage space created entirely within the existing building footprint. Photo by Mark Citret

To further enhance accessibility and safety within the revamped bathroom, the installation of strategically placed grab bars was incorporated into the design. These sturdy fixtures provide invaluable support and stability, assisting the clients as they navigate the space independently.

The patio level is raised to meet the family room threshold. To provide access to the entire back yard, these boulder steps were installed. The modular block retaining wall near the water has a plant bed for the family vegetable garden. The afternoon shines brightly on that garden.

This home takes full advantage of its urban waterside location, aptly named the Lakefront Modern residence. Large, north-facing windows provide fantastic views and let optimal natural light, with minimal glare, fill two artist studios inside. The exterior patios and decks have also been designed for seamless indoor and outdoor use. The entry of the Lakefront Modern home maintains privacy, yet stepped landscaping allows natural light into the lower level. A large ramp and elevator incorporated into the site design — and an accessible lower-level guest suite — enhance livability throughout the property. The main floor is designed for the family with a children’s suite that provides a place for play now and teenage study and lounging later. The half bath and the lower level bath are both designed with accessibility in mind as well. This new home is built upon an existing foundation, replacing a previous residence that had fallen into disrepair.

This home takes full advantage of its urban waterside location, aptly named the Lakefront Modern residence. Large, north-facing windows provide fantastic views and let optimal natural light, with minimal glare, fill two artist studios inside. The exterior patios and decks have also been designed for seamless indoor and outdoor use. The entry of the Lakefront Modern home maintains privacy, yet stepped landscaping allows natural light into the lower level. A large ramp and elevator incorporated into the site design — and an accessible lower-level guest suite — enhance livability throughout the property. The main floor is designed for the family with a children’s suite that provides a place for play now and teenage study and lounging later. The half bath and the lower level bath are both designed with accessibility in mind as well. This new home is built upon an existing foundation, replacing a previous residence that had fallen into disrepair.

A unique project just finished for homeowners in Maribel. A three car garage and “presentation” room with an indoor wheelchair ramp was added to an existing two-story home to meet the special needs of the residents. Braun’s residential designers worked with homeowners and Hardrath Improvements to develop a very detailed plan for the project. What resulted was a spacious, 3-stall heated garage with an extra large, wheelchair accessible floor area for safe, easy car loading/unloading. A temperature controlled connecting room with a wheelchair ramp was added between the garage and the house with an extra wide garage entry door, providing room-to-room access without ever having to be outside. Construction was completed by Hardrath Improvements. Braun Building Center provided the design blueprints, and products including all lumber, sheathing, trusses, GAF - Roofing, CertainTeed vinyl siding, Alliance windows, Waudena Millwork exterior doors, and Larson Storm Doors.

New kitchen provided family eating space, improved access to the backyard and an open and light space. photo by Aaron Ziltener
Example of a farmhouse eat-in kitchen design in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances