IKEA KALLAX shelves assembled to be used in the new library at PS 191 on the upper west side of Manhattan.

IKEA KALLAX shelves assembled to be used in the new library at PS 191 on the upper west side of Manhattan.

IKEA KALLAX shelves assembled to be used in the new library at PS 191 on the upper west side of Manhattan.

IKEA KALLAX shelves assembled to be used in the new library at PS 191 on the upper west side of Manhattan.

From CDK Architects: This is a new home that replaced an existing 1949 home in Rosedale. The design concept for the new house is “Mid Century Modern Meets Modern.” This is clearly a new home, but we wanted to give reverence to the neighborhood and its roots. It was important to us to re-purpose the old home. Rather than demolishing it, we worked with our contractor to disassemble the house piece by piece, eventually donating about 80% of the home to Habitat for Humanity. The wood floors were salvaged and reused on the new fireplace wall. The home contains 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, plus a home office and a music studio, totaling 2,650 square feet. One of the home’s most striking features is its large vaulted ceiling in the Living/Dining/Kitchen area. Substantial clerestory windows provide treetop views and bring dappled light into the space from high above. There’s natural light in every room in the house. Balancing the desire for natural light and privacy was very important, as was the connection to nature. What we hoped to achieve was a fun, flexible home with beautiful light and a nice balance of public and private spaces. We also wanted a home that would adapt to a growing family but would still fit our needs far into the future. The end result is a home with a calming, organic feel to it. Built by R Builders LLC (General Contractor) Interior Design by Becca Stephens Interiors Landscape Design by Seedlings Gardening Photos by Reagen Taylor Photography

Used book shelves from former public library , repurposed for private collection.
Mid-sized trendy freestanding desk carpeted and multicolored floor home office library photo in New York with beige walls

THE EDITOR IN LARGE APRIL 2017 . . . https://editoratlarge.com/articles/a-tour-through-the-pasadena-showcase-house . . . AARON B DUKE was featured in the online publication, The Editor at Large in April 2017 featuring his library for the 2017 Pasadena Showcase House of Design.

The best of past and present architectural styles combine in this welcoming, farmhouse-inspired design. Clad in low-maintenance siding, the distinctive exterior has plenty of street appeal, with its columned porch, multiple gables, shutters and interesting roof lines. Other exterior highlights included trusses over the garage doors, horizontal lap siding and brick and stone accents. The interior is equally impressive, with an open floor plan that accommodates today’s family and modern lifestyles. An eight-foot covered porch leads into a large foyer and a powder room. Beyond, the spacious first floor includes more than 2,000 square feet, with one side dominated by public spaces that include a large open living room, centrally located kitchen with a large island that seats six and a u-shaped counter plan, formal dining area that seats eight for holidays and special occasions and a convenient laundry and mud room. The left side of the floor plan contains the serene master suite, with an oversized master bath, large walk-in closet and 16 by 18-foot master bedroom that includes a large picture window that lets in maximum light and is perfect for capturing nearby views. Relax with a cup of morning coffee or an evening cocktail on the nearby covered patio, which can be accessed from both the living room and the master bedroom. Upstairs, an additional 900 square feet includes two 11 by 14-foot upper bedrooms with bath and closet and a an approximately 700 square foot guest suite over the garage that includes a relaxing sitting area, galley kitchen and bath, perfect for guests or in-laws.

Example of a mid-sized mountain style freestanding desk medium tone wood floor study room design in Toronto

Public-relations executive Mike Clifford brought drama to the library by painting the walls backing the bookcases in a Farrow & Ball red.

“The Carnegie” - formerly Rockport Public Library and restored as a private residence is being listed by the Syndi Zaiger Team at Nest Real Estate.
Inspiration for a large timeless guest medium tone wood floor bedroom remodel in Boston with yellow walls

“The Carnegie” - formerly Rockport Public Library and restored as a private residence is being listed by the Syndi Zaiger Team at Nest Real Estate.
Freestanding bathtub - huge traditional master beige tile marble floor and white floor freestanding bathtub idea in Boston

“The Carnegie” - formerly Rockport Public Library and restored as a private residence is being listed by the Syndi Zaiger Team at Nest Real Estate.
Large elegant master medium tone wood floor and beige floor bedroom photo in Boston with blue walls

“The Carnegie” - formerly Rockport Public Library and restored as a private residence is being listed by the Syndi Zaiger Team at Nest Real Estate.
Inspiration for a huge timeless freestanding desk light wood floor study room remodel in Boston with gray walls

“The Carnegie” - formerly Rockport Public Library and restored as a private residence is being listed by the Syndi Zaiger Team at Nest Real Estate.
Inspiration for a huge timeless beige two-story stone house exterior remodel in Boston

“The Carnegie” - formerly Rockport Public Library and restored as a private residence is being listed by the Syndi Zaiger Team at Nest Real Estate.
Large elegant guest light wood floor bedroom photo in Boston with yellow walls

A Public Library outdoor reading room encompasses this triple basalt column fountain with two bubblers between. It adds a contemporary feel to any formal landscape.

Photographed for the Library of American Landscape History and for the book publication on Landscape Architect Robert Royston.

Resting upon a 120-acre rural hillside, this 17,500 square-foot residence has unencumbered mountain views to the east, south and west. The exterior design palette for the public side is a more formal Tudor style of architecture, including intricate brick detailing; while the materials for the private side tend toward a more casual mountain-home style of architecture with a natural stone base and hand-cut wood siding. Primary living spaces and the master bedroom suite, are located on the main level, with guest accommodations on the upper floor of the main house and upper floor of the garage. The interior material palette was carefully chosen to match the stunning collection of antique furniture and artifacts, gathered from around the country. From the elegant kitchen to the cozy screened porch, this residence captures the beauty of the White Mountains and embodies classic New Hampshire living. Photographer: Joseph St. Pierre