Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.

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Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic galley slate floor and beige floor kitchen pantry remodel with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances and no island

WexfordHDP is a warm, artisanal fabric look brought to life with proprietary High Definition Porcelain® technology by Florida Tile. The graphic is a beautiful representation of burlap that includes semblances of interlacing fabric strands and subtle nuances of pattern shift. A light punch and specialized glaze create a soft appearance and delicate texture that combine for a fashionable statement – perfect for any commercial or residential application.This color body glazed porcelain tile comes in multiple formats – 24x24, 12x24, 8x24, and 3.75x12, all rectified. Classic colors of Linen- a creamy off-white, Muslin- a light beige, Burlap- a medium taupe, Wool- a light blue/gray, and Tweed- a dark gray, all complement one another, allowing you to mix and match to create a uniquely inspired space. Two mixed-color rhomboid mosaics come in either light or dark mixes. A straightstack mosaic and bullnose are also available in all five colors.Made in the USA in our GreenSquared® certified Advanced Manufacturing Center in Lawrenceburg, KY, WexfordHDP contains 40% pre-consumer recycled content. It meets the DCOF AcuTest requirements to be installed in wet areas and is GREENGUARD® and Porcelain Tile certified. Incorporated into the tile surface is Microban® antimicrobial technology that works continuously to inhibit bacteria growth, improve visible cleanliness, and reduce odors.

Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.

CABINETRY... Mid Continent Maple Rohe Espresso Cabinets 39” High Cabinets Full Overlay Shaker Crown Mould Finished Plywood Ends and Flush Finished Ends Finished Back Panel 36” Wide Pantry with Wood Roll Trays, 21” Base with Dbl Trash Basket & 2 Tier Cutlery Rack, 36” 3 Drawer Base with Peg Plate Storage, 3” Base Filler Pull Out, 45” Blind Corner Base with Blind Storage Pull Out, 9” Utility Cabinet with Pantry Pullout, 36” Refrigerator Wall Cabinet with Tray Dividers, 12” Deep Bases-Butt Doors/Center Stile Aluminum Doors HARDWARE... Top Knobs TK252BSN Modern Metro Pull 7”, Brushed Satin Nickel Top Knobs TK257BSN Modern Metro Notch Pull A 7”, Brushed Satin Nickel Top Knobs TK260BSN Modern Metro Notch Pull B 7”, Brushed Satin Nickel Top Knobs TK32BSN Tapered Square Knob 1”, Brushed Satin Nickel COUNTERTOP/BACKSPLASH... Silestone ECO Quartz “Forest Snow” with 3/8 Edge (standard edge) 75% Recycled Materials, 25% Natural Stone Resin Silver Pearl Leathered Granite Island Top (Remnant) with Eased Edge (upgrade) LIGHTING... LED Under Cabinet Lights, Stainless (also available in Bronze/White) TEC Piper LED Pendants (T700MOPPRSSLED), Satin Nickel TILE FLOOR... 6” x 36” Etic Rovere Grigio Rectified Tile (15ETIGRI636)

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Mid-sized transitional guest carpeted bedroom photo with blue walls and no fireplace

WexfordHDP is a warm, artisanal fabric look brought to life with proprietary High Definition Porcelain® technology by Florida Tile. The graphic is a beautiful representation of burlap that includes semblances of interlacing fabric strands and subtle nuances of pattern shift. A light punch and specialized glaze create a soft appearance and delicate texture that combine for a fashionable statement – perfect for any commercial or residential application.This color body glazed porcelain tile comes in multiple formats – 24x24, 12x24, 8x24, and 3.75x12, all rectified. Classic colors of Linen- a creamy off-white, Muslin- a light beige, Burlap- a medium taupe, Wool- a light blue/gray, and Tweed- a dark gray, all complement one another, allowing you to mix and match to create a uniquely inspired space. Two mixed-color rhomboid mosaics come in either light or dark mixes. A straightstack mosaic and bullnose are also available in all five colors.Made in the USA in our GreenSquared® certified Advanced Manufacturing Center in Lawrenceburg, KY, WexfordHDP contains 40% pre-consumer recycled content. It meets the DCOF AcuTest requirements to be installed in wet areas and is GREENGUARD® and Porcelain Tile certified. Incorporated into the tile surface is Microban® antimicrobial technology that works continuously to inhibit bacteria growth, improve visible cleanliness, and reduce odors.

An oversized eat-in island flanks this sharp kitchen. Fine Maple Wood Espresso Cabinetry by Waypoint Living Spaces were used throughout. Sleek white quartz counters with full height backsplash create great contrast. Photo Credit: Julie Lehite

This modern living room has a large cement look porcelain tile called Astor Dark. There are other colors and styles available. Great for indoor and outdoor use.

DAL_AcaciaValley_COM_01 Acacia Valley Photo features Ark 9 x 36 field tile in a random linear pattern on the floor. We are a customer-driven company, focused on increasing our sales and market share. We differ from our competition by our products, presentation, and service while continuing to support our reputation for value and selection. Quickly put…to make Century Tile “simply the best." Century Tile’s eleven locations and commitment to Chicago for over 65 years; First Quality Flooring, Value Pricing, Best In-stock Selection and Knowledgeable Staff. We also have the Midwest’s largest in-stock selection of flooring. We carry over 10,000 styles and colors of floor coverings which we import direct; as well as carry many of the major flooring brands domestically offered. Century Tile’s size and buying power allows us to offer you the best selection of products at the lowest price and best value in Chicago that you can take home today. Century Tile offers you Chicago’s most knowledgeable people who have an average of 12 years flooring experience. Our sales staff will assist you with any flooring project that you might have.

We were called in, in hopes our Pond Reconstruction skills could fix this customers woes. The existing pond was problematic and a bit of an eyesore. There were various leaks, section of random concrete as well as DIY pond implements. The overall construction of the pond was also far from These are just a few of the reasons why it’s imperative that you never hire a contractor based on price. Shortcuts lead to short term solutions. Always seek out a Certified Aquascape Contractor for any water feature project. -anyway- We vowed to rectify the situation with a reconstructed and remodeled work of art. After all the water was pumped out we began disassembling the pond. All aquatic life was removed with some being salvaged for reuse. Next was on to the large boulders as well as other rock and gravel throughout the pond. The random concrete and DIY implement creation abominations were removed along with the liner. Fortunately an Aquascape skimmer was installed, which we were able to re-use. Once everything was removed we began excavating for the new pond. New liner, underlayment, and biofalls were installed. We reused the existing boulders as well as brought in more since the pond was made larger. Driftwood was installed to naturalize the pond and aquatic plants and fish were reintroduced. a few landscape boulders were placed around the pond and it was finished off with a bit of fresh mulch. This pond reconstruction project is located in Ephrata, PA Lancaster County.

CABINETRY... Mid Continent Maple Rohe Espresso Cabinets 39” High Cabinets Full Overlay Shaker Crown Mould Finished Plywood Ends and Flush Finished Ends Finished Back Panel 36” Wide Pantry with Wood Roll Trays, 21” Base with Dbl Trash Basket & 2 Tier Cutlery Rack, 36” 3 Drawer Base with Peg Plate Storage, 3” Base Filler Pull Out, 45” Blind Corner Base with Blind Storage Pull Out, 9” Utility Cabinet with Pantry Pullout, 36” Refrigerator Wall Cabinet with Tray Dividers, 12” Deep Bases-Butt Doors/Center Stile Aluminum Doors HARDWARE... Top Knobs TK252BSN Modern Metro Pull 7”, Brushed Satin Nickel Top Knobs TK257BSN Modern Metro Notch Pull A 7”, Brushed Satin Nickel Top Knobs TK260BSN Modern Metro Notch Pull B 7”, Brushed Satin Nickel Top Knobs TK32BSN Tapered Square Knob 1”, Brushed Satin Nickel COUNTERTOP/BACKSPLASH... Silestone ECO Quartz “Forest Snow” with 3/8 Edge (standard edge) 75% Recycled Materials, 25% Natural Stone Resin Silver Pearl Leathered Granite Island Top (Remnant) with Eased Edge (upgrade) LIGHTING... LED Under Cabinet Lights, Stainless (also available in Bronze/White) TEC Piper LED Pendants (T700MOPPRSSLED), Satin Nickel TILE FLOOR... 6” x 36” Etic Rovere Grigio Rectified Tile (15ETIGRI636)

This request came from a client who lives in the Newcastle district of Jesmond who was unhappy with the appearance of their Textured Porcelain floor tiles. The problem was that the Porcelain Tiles were grouted in whilst the underfloor heating was switched on. This resulted in the grout drying out quicker than expected and the tiler struggled to get the excess grout off the tiles. To rectify the problem, the tiler tried to get the dried grout off with acid, but it didn’t work, and the floor was left looking dark and dull. Unable to rectify the problem the client was left with a disappointing pale floor and had searched around the internet for a solution. Normally grout smears like these (aka Grout Haze) can be removed with an acidic product and Tile Doctor sell Grout Clean-up specially for this purpose. However, some grouts contain acid resistant polymers which need to broken down first. Fortunately, we have a solution for everything tile related and the system we use does not affect the main grout lines only the excess grout. I called in to do a site visit and having surveyed the problem I was confident it could resolved, I gave them a price for the work and agreed a date to return to do the job. My first task was to spray the tiles with Tile Doctor Remove and Go, this was left to soak into the tile for around ten minutes before being scrubbed in. Remove and Go is a coatings remover that is safe to use on tile and grout; normally we use it to remove old sealers but in this case I applied it to break down the polymers. To work the product into the tile I use a buffing machine fitted with a black scrubbing pad, the mechanical advantage this gives makes the job a lot quicker. Then the slurry generated is rinsed off with water and removed with a wet vacuum. The floor was then left to dry for 30 minutes. We were then able to remove the excess grout which was done by applying Tile Doctor Grout Clean-Up which I mentioned earlier. The process was the same, i.e. using the buffing machine and a wet vacuum to scrub the floor and extract the soil. The floor was rinsed with water to remove any trace of the products used and dried as much as possible using the wet vacuum. The underfloor heating really helped at this point to dry out the floor. Once the floor was fully dry including the grout lines a single thin coat of Tile Doctor Colour Grow sealer was applied. The tiles were textured porcelain, so the dirt gets trapped into the textured surface if it is not sealed. We usually find one coat of Tile Doctor Colour Grow is more than enough for this, anything that hadn’t soaked in after three to five minutes was then polished off with clean dry cloths. The client was very happy with the floor and pleased that the excess grout had been cleaned up and the floor looked as it should. Before leaving I recommended the use a pH Neutral tile cleaner for general cleaning such as Tile Doctor Neutral Tile Cleaner. There is no point sealing the tiles only to have it stripped off later with the use of a bleach based cleaner. Raf Barrett Tyneside Tile Doctor

We were called in, in hopes our Pond Reconstruction skills could fix this customers woes. The existing pond was problematic and a bit of an eyesore. There were various leaks, section of random concrete as well as DIY pond implements. The overall construction of the pond was also far from These are just a few of the reasons why it’s imperative that you never hire a contractor based on price. Shortcuts lead to short term solutions. Always seek out a Certified Aquascape Contractor for any water feature project. -anyway- We vowed to rectify the situation with a reconstructed and remodeled work of art. After all the water was pumped out we began disassembling the pond. All aquatic life was removed with some being salvaged for reuse. Next was on to the large boulders as well as other rock and gravel throughout the pond. The random concrete and DIY implement creation abominations were removed along with the liner. Fortunately an Aquascape skimmer was installed, which we were able to re-use. Once everything was removed we began excavating for the new pond. New liner, underlayment, and biofalls were installed. We reused the existing boulders as well as brought in more since the pond was made larger. Driftwood was installed to naturalize the pond and aquatic plants and fish were reintroduced. a few landscape boulders were placed around the pond and it was finished off with a bit of fresh mulch. This pond reconstruction project is located in Ephrata, PA Lancaster County.

We were called in, in hopes our Pond Reconstruction skills could fix this customers woes. The existing pond was problematic and a bit of an eyesore. There were various leaks, section of random concrete as well as DIY pond implements. The overall construction of the pond was also far from These are just a few of the reasons why it’s imperative that you never hire a contractor based on price. Shortcuts lead to short term solutions. Always seek out a Certified Aquascape Contractor for any water feature project. -anyway- We vowed to rectify the situation with a reconstructed and remodeled work of art. After all the water was pumped out we began disassembling the pond. All aquatic life was removed with some being salvaged for reuse. Next was on to the large boulders as well as other rock and gravel throughout the pond. The random concrete and DIY implement creation abominations were removed along with the liner. Fortunately an Aquascape skimmer was installed, which we were able to re-use. Once everything was removed we began excavating for the new pond. New liner, underlayment, and biofalls were installed. We reused the existing boulders as well as brought in more since the pond was made larger. Driftwood was installed to naturalize the pond and aquatic plants and fish were reintroduced. a few landscape boulders were placed around the pond and it was finished off with a bit of fresh mulch. This pond reconstruction project is located in Ephrata, PA Lancaster County.

We were called in, in hopes our Pond Reconstruction skills could fix this customers woes. The existing pond was problematic and a bit of an eyesore. There were various leaks, section of random concrete as well as DIY pond implements. The overall construction of the pond was also far from These are just a few of the reasons why it’s imperative that you never hire a contractor based on price. Shortcuts lead to short term solutions. Always seek out a Certified Aquascape Contractor for any water feature project. -anyway- We vowed to rectify the situation with a reconstructed and remodeled work of art. After all the water was pumped out we began disassembling the pond. All aquatic life was removed with some being salvaged for reuse. Next was on to the large boulders as well as other rock and gravel throughout the pond. The random concrete and DIY implement creation abominations were removed along with the liner. Fortunately an Aquascape skimmer was installed, which we were able to re-use. Once everything was removed we began excavating for the new pond. New liner, underlayment, and biofalls were installed. We reused the existing boulders as well as brought in more since the pond was made larger. Driftwood was installed to naturalize the pond and aquatic plants and fish were reintroduced. a few landscape boulders were placed around the pond and it was finished off with a bit of fresh mulch. This pond reconstruction project is located in Ephrata, PA Lancaster County.

We were called in, in hopes our Pond Reconstruction skills could fix this customers woes. The existing pond was problematic and a bit of an eyesore. There were various leaks, section of random concrete as well as DIY pond implements. The overall construction of the pond was also far from These are just a few of the reasons why it’s imperative that you never hire a contractor based on price. Shortcuts lead to short term solutions. Always seek out a Certified Aquascape Contractor for any water feature project. -anyway- We vowed to rectify the situation with a reconstructed and remodeled work of art. After all the water was pumped out we began disassembling the pond. All aquatic life was removed with some being salvaged for reuse. Next was on to the large boulders as well as other rock and gravel throughout the pond. The random concrete and DIY implement creation abominations were removed along with the liner. Fortunately an Aquascape skimmer was installed, which we were able to re-use. Once everything was removed we began excavating for the new pond. New liner, underlayment, and biofalls were installed. We reused the existing boulders as well as brought in more since the pond was made larger. Driftwood was installed to naturalize the pond and aquatic plants and fish were reintroduced. a few landscape boulders were placed around the pond and it was finished off with a bit of fresh mulch. This pond reconstruction project is located in Ephrata, PA Lancaster County.

CABINETRY... Mid Continent Maple Rohe Espresso Cabinets 39” High Cabinets Full Overlay Shaker Crown Mould Finished Plywood Ends and Flush Finished Ends Finished Back Panel 36” Wide Pantry with Wood Roll Trays, 21” Base with Dbl Trash Basket & 2 Tier Cutlery Rack, 36” 3 Drawer Base with Peg Plate Storage, 3” Base Filler Pull Out, 45” Blind Corner Base with Blind Storage Pull Out, 9” Utility Cabinet with Pantry Pullout, 36” Refrigerator Wall Cabinet with Tray Dividers, 12” Deep Bases-Butt Doors/Center Stile Aluminum Doors HARDWARE... Top Knobs TK252BSN Modern Metro Pull 7”, Brushed Satin Nickel Top Knobs TK257BSN Modern Metro Notch Pull A 7”, Brushed Satin Nickel Top Knobs TK260BSN Modern Metro Notch Pull B 7”, Brushed Satin Nickel Top Knobs TK32BSN Tapered Square Knob 1”, Brushed Satin Nickel COUNTERTOP/BACKSPLASH... Silestone ECO Quartz “Forest Snow” with 3/8 Edge (standard edge) 75% Recycled Materials, 25% Natural Stone Resin Silver Pearl Leathered Granite Island Top (Remnant) with Eased Edge (upgrade) LIGHTING... LED Under Cabinet Lights, Stainless (also available in Bronze/White) TEC Piper LED Pendants (T700MOPPRSSLED), Satin Nickel TILE FLOOR... 6” x 36” Etic Rovere Grigio Rectified Tile (15ETIGRI636)

Made in Spain There is lots to love about our new Amira Green encaustic tiles! Made in Spain, these rectified square porcelain tiles are an incredibly versatile design for both indoor and outdoor areas! Residential and commercial floors, swimming pools, the possibilities are endless—anywhere they are laid, they’ll make a big style statement. Combining the beauty of traditional Moroccan patterns with the exceptional performance of porcelain, the Amira encaustic tile collection adds a special feature to living room décor. Create a style impact with a stunning entryway floor design, accent wall, or fireplace surround. Pair with neutral furnishings to allow these green and white patterned tiles to take the leading role. Upgrade your walk-in shower enclosure, bathtub surround, or vanity backsplash with a striking green bathroom tile. This alluring encaustic detail is sure to add a vibrant and bold touch, easily becoming the room's focal point. In kitchen design, this enchanting pattern creates a feeling of warmth and elegance in any interior style. Play up the decorative design with an installation that spans the entire wall for greater style impact. And while this backsplash tile pairs flawlessly with neutral-toned or white-painted kitchen cabinets, don’t shy away from crafting an eclectic look by pairing with colorful cabinets. The beauty of our Amira Green encaustic tiles can be extended to exterior applications. This porcelain material is extremely durable and low-maintenance, adding a splash of color to patios, garden pathways, and swimming pools, Amira Green is a brilliant choice for a long-lasting and visually impressive installation.