Complete re-design and remodeling of existing finished basement with creation of separate function areas: wet bar, home theater, play room, gym, pantry, bath and storage rooms. New, re-directed stairs emphasize changed layout.

Typical of bungalows and city lots, the footprint of this home was narrow with living spaces in front, bedrooms in back and kitchen centrally located. However, unlike most bungalows, the hall running from front to back have been closed off to, presumably, accommodate a walk-in pantry. Couple that with the fact that this circa 1925 bungalow had seen a lot of living – read boisterous children and remodeling trends like z-brick, soffits, and fluorescent overhead lighting – the kitchen was due for a major overhaul. Truly the hub of this house, the modest 11’ x 12’ kitchen was most in need of additional countertop space, convenient garbage/recycle bin, counter-depth refrigerator, storage aids, informal dining for two, and sound-proofing to enable this musically adept family to coexist despite varied schedules. Gone are the wall soffits, boxy overhead lighting, six-foot baseboard heat unit, extra deep refrigerator, refurbished cabinets, laminate countertops, z-brick wall covering, and makeshift door swags. Enter rich mahogany cabinets, roll and pull-out storage units, endcap spice storage, gorgeous granite tops, marble backsplash, LED lighting, acoustic insulation and solid-wood doors. Under the guise of such a handsome room, provisions such as a period style sink allow for more efficient use of corners with pull-out half-moon trays for storage. Redirecting the baseboard heat to a compact, toekick unit, means more cabinet and counter space – perfect for a baking and/or entertaining area removed from the basic work triangle. The eating area, also, doubles as a work station with drawers for office supplies and dedicated outlet for cable tv. Functional yet beautiful, this kitchen is at the ready as its owners look forward to their golden years. Designed by: The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn Photography by: Dawn Jackman For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com URL http://www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

This site underwent a dramatic transformation from a casual outdoor afterthought to a well-defined, functional, and beautiful space. The front entry was redirected and opened, and features the porch and landing. The raised garden beds line the entire space creating rooms and directional flow. Layers of white and green plant materials fill the beds while taller specimens create private spaces. Photo Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan

**Please Note--If you click on the tags in this photo you may NOT be taken to the actual vendors. Anyone may tag photos and redirect you to their own site. Robert Allen paper backed fabric over fireplace. Carvers Guild Entwined Dolphins Mirror (for sale, contact for information) Walls are covered with York Wallcovering's Onyx paper. Photo by Donovan Witmer. Photo by Donovan Witmer

A colored concrete driveway leads downhill to the garage and home. Terraces created by Lannon outcropping walls provide opportunities for display of outdoor sculpture as well as colorful shrub, ornamental grasses and perennials. Control of runoff from the drive is important and a series of dry streambeds interconnected with drain tile and catch basins intercepts and redirects the water.

This site underwent a dramatic transformation from a casual outdoor afterthought to a well-defined, functional, and beautiful space. The front entry was redirected and opened, and features the porch and landing. The raised garden beds line the entire space creating rooms and directional flow. Layers of white and green plant materials fill the beds while taller specimens create private spaces. Photo Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan

The project began with this request to have a home that was understated but uniquely unfolded after entering. Each living space redirects orientation; expansive courtyard views shift to private gardens, and neighborhood foliage is displayed in vaulted clerestory windows, also giving unexpected volume to the low-slung house. The house is organized around an existing pecan tree and proposed pool with bedrooms off the courtyard. The living room and master bedroom bookend this oasis with covered patios under the canopy overlooking the pool.

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This is an example of an asian landscaping in DC Metro.

Onsite rainwater capture has become an issue of ever-increasing importance in semi-arid California, particularly as we realize the need to conserve water on a ongoing basis. This project employs the use of rainwater infiltration by diverting existing downspouts into a dry creek. Instead of being diverted into the storm drain system and wasted, the water is recharged back into the ground. Soils are able to hold the moisture and plant watering needs decrease. In addition to being functional, rock features such as dry creeks contribute to the aesthetic and create a beautiful contrast to the plant material.

Small landscape Japanese-influenced garden. Ecotopes constructed a steel + stone patio with hardwood ipe planks set into native limestone gravel, that juts out from the entry niche. Storm water is redirected around the new patio with a dry creek which includes native river gravel + honeycomb limestone outcroppings, with a steel bar grate threshold to allow comfortable access to the trailhead beyond. -- Steve Shelton @ecotopes

The project began with this request to have a home that was understated but uniquely unfolded after entering. Each living space redirects orientation; expansive courtyard views shift to private gardens, and neighborhood foliage is displayed in vaulted clerestory windows, also giving unexpected volume to the low-slung house. The house is organized around an existing pecan tree and proposed pool with bedrooms off the courtyard. The living room and master bedroom bookend this oasis with covered patios under the canopy overlooking the pool.

Sshrub and perennial beds flank the doorway. Another softens the driveway entrances--and re-directs the waterflow streetwards.
Photo of a craftsman landscaping in Charlotte.

From updating the color scheme and tiles to redirecting heating and adding storage, this remodel was designed with the needs of the homeowners in mind. See how we transformed this space in just 23 days below.

This garden is comprised of CA native plants, a dry river bed to redirect the rainwater, a funky gravel driveway and two rain tanks. This garden also has no irrigation system and is thriving just fine.

Storm water is redirected from the drip line of the roof around an existing live oak tree with a dry creek. -- Steve Shelton @ecotopes
Mid-sized minimalist home design photo in Austin

An interior basement drainage system is designed to collect and redirect groundwater before it enters your basement. We install a perforated drain along the interior footing that channels water to a sump pump for safe discharge away from your home. This system helps keep your basement dry, prevents water damage, reduces moisture and mold concerns, and protects your home's foundation.

LeafGuard® Brand Gutters are a one-piece, seamless, hooded system that collects large amounts of rain and redirects them away from your home. Even more reassuring is that LeafGuard® Brand Gutters are certified to handle more than 32 inches of rain in an hour and come with an iron-clad no-clog guarantee. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at a project our craftsmen completed for our client, James.

This project is currently in progress. The perimeter drain is piping around the perimeter of a house, for the purpose of redirecting water that could otherwise affect a home’s foundation. We removed the concrete decking in order to replace the drain piping, and will be rebuilding the deck and landscaping once the piping is completed.

The dishwasher is hidden by an appliance panel (see left of the sink) which redirects the focus on the cabinetry. The base built-in microwave is easily accessible surrounded by great drawer storage. There are six posts incorporated into the island design that were custom made for this client. We continued the top bead detail across the seating area tieing in the two ends posts and custom end panelling.