This aging-in-place bath has been made functional with wheelchair entry shower, safety seat, safety handles, and the option of using the hand-held nozzle. The shower is now serviceable and accessible for the entire family. Monarch Builders and Remodelers, Inc. is SW Florida’s specialist in providing state-of-the-art "Aging in Place" building design services and techniques, including a full range of home-remodeling services. With a prime goal of interpreting the needs and desires in an aesthetically pleasing way, Monarch Builders creates an environment in which homeowners can live and work positively and independently. Monarch knows there’s no place like home and people 50 and older want to remain living in their own home - comfortably, safely, and independently; it all comes down to design that keep one’s house a home. Monarch brings care, respect, and empathy into the designer-client relationship. By providing innovation and excellence, Monarch works to make your home function beautifully.

This is a rectangular pool that is centered on the family room windows of the primary focal point of the house. The spa is recessed in the pool to provide good access and not break up the symmetrical lines of the space. By viewing the length of the pool it gives the allusion of more depth to the yard. The understated diving platform provides the only safe place to dive in the pool and a water feature to drown out street noise. Colored and textured concrete were used for the deck and to cap the existing porches. Designed by Mike Farley.

The dining room is the first room seen from the entry and is designed to provide unobstructed views of the lake and greenery through it’s 12’ high floor to ceiling and wall-to-wall glazing. A buffet for serving and storage seems to float in the 14’ width which was accomplished with a steel beam concealed within the cabinetry. The owner of this Franklin home, completed in 2017, selected the light fixture early in the design process and wanted to ensure the rest of the design was clean and that this was a focal point. The ceiling features a reveal in the drywall around the perimeter along with layered dry-wall on the ceiling to create an interesting but subtle texture. The dining room has access to the kitchen, through two extra deep dry-walled arches. Access to the adjacent sitting room through two pairs of custom steel and glass French doors.

Branksome Road Set within a Bournemouth conservation zone; Branksome Woods provided the challenge of designing additional, modern space for a growing family whilst respecting sensitive contextual conditions. Footprint Architects responded by continuing the existing roofline across the property, providing an extra two bedrooms whilst also allowing the proposal to blend seamlessly with the properties existing form, whilst breathing new life into the look of the dated building. On the ground floor, the kitchen and dinning area were re-organised and extended out from the property in a brick form that exhibits views of the garden, with an alternative contrasting timber rear entrance to provide improved access to the house from the drive and garage. The design changes have transformed the quality and functionality of Branksome Woods, providing modern additional space, with a minimal impact on the surrounding context. The project was completed in November 2017.

View from top staircase riser out toward the newly constructed garden by London Landscapes LLC. Stair provides direct access to the small stone patio and the rest of the garden. The railing is buffed aluminum framing, stainless steel cable with a hardwood top rail. Trex boards are used in conjunction with white pvc cladding. The river birch will provide dappled shade to the deck and the rest of the garden. THe

A concept design prepared in response to an open competition organised by Maggies, designed to be full of light, with views to every room, to the sky and the landscape beyond. The design is arranged around a social space in the centre, with seating around a fireplace and a dining table, off which the rooms radiate. Thick walls help provide a sense of safety and stability, and contain all of the utilitarian and storage spaces in the building, including cloaks cupboard, WC, storage, folding partitions, pantry, garden kitchen and chair store. A timber vaulted roof brings warmth and height to the spaces, and each room is illuminated by rooflights and provided with a view and access to gardens, including an entrance garden, sensory garden and kitchen garden.

The home kitchen of a local restaurateur incorporates all the items he deemed necessary for a functional chef's kitchen in a small space. The open shelving and pot rack provide ease of access. The stainless steel counter is durable, easy to sanitize, and beautifully reflective in a room largely lacking natural light. The arched field tiles provide depth and texture in contrast to the crispness of the stainless professional appliances. The green of the tiles and dark stained open cabinet and wood floor harken back to the origins of this 1924 Craftsman home. The stainless counters are by Soupcan

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The new floating custom vanity provides maximum use of the space while still allowing access for cleaning between the shower glass and the cabinet. The custom beveled frame mirror disguises a touch latch medicine cabinet. Recessed ceiling lights throughout the room are supplemented by the decorative wall sconce.

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BEYOND GRAB BARS. With an eye toward the future, a retired orthopedic surgeon set his sights on an accessible remodel in a historic high-rise in Northwest DC. The kitchen’s cherry mass wall includes a narrow pullout pantry, 24-inch refrigerator column, two freezer drawers, and microwave with pullout shelf below. Rollout shelves keep everyday items within reach, while higher cabinets provide essential storage for seasonal supplies. Photography by Anice Hoachlander

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Large scale fieldstone steppers make a comfortable path to access the basement areaway steps and utilites at the side of the house. Large Viburnums provide multiple seasons of interest with Summer flowers, Fall Berries and brilliant Fall color. Molly Scott Exteriors, LLC

This shot shows what was formerly an exterior wall out to a deck area. A structural beam was installed for an open concept access to the new Sunroom addition. Vaulted ceilings and plenty of natural light provide a great feeling to the Sunroom.

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Master ensuite bathroom with integrated bidet, custom millwork, curbless steam shower and heated floors. Wall to wall tile provides an elegant finish
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