We modified the existing sink base to accommodate the farmhouse sink, the doors were reduced in height by a custom millworker.
Inspiration for a large transitional porcelain tile open concept kitchen remodel in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

This homeowner wanted to modernize the small kitchen and add more countertop space around the cramped cooking area. To accomplish this task, the refrigerator was moved to its own cubby space along an adjacent wall. The soffit was modified to allow taller upper cabinetry with a small crown. The client selected a microwave drawer instead of the old over-the-range microwave/hood combo units.

There are several engineered components in the main support structure for this deck creation. Large subterranean footings were used to reduce the number of footings needed and to allow the structure to extend for long distances. Glulam beams were used as the main substructure which then held the intermediate structure directly below the deck surface. The siding was removed from the house so that the wall framing could be modified to carry the additional loads from the structure. The final piece of the substructure installation was comprehensive sealing and flashing at all the house integration points to prevent any water damage.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard retaining wall landscape in Salt Lake City.

This shows the surface of 3 thermally modified Ash deck boards after being in full southern exposure for 8 months. The clear Cutek Extreme slowed down the silvering process and dramatically reduced the amount of surface checking and cracking. Note the transition above the 6" line where the Extreme penetrated beyond and didn't allow black mold to grow.

This homeowner wanted to modernize the small kitchen and add more countertop space around the cramped cooking area. To accomplish this task, the refrigerator was moved to its own cubby space along an adjacent wall. The soffit was modified to allow taller upper cabinetry with a small crown. The client selected a microwave drawer instead of the old over-the-range microwave/hood combo units.

Our designer has achieved a stylish look by combining dark cabinets and light-colored marbles.

This home is a custom Timber Block home. While Timber Block has dozens of photos in 4 different series, all of which can be modified - we are proud to have the ability to build full custom as well. This home owner had ideas, and together with our design team, came up with this absolute dream. More at www.timberblock.com

Dale Combelic -view from front door A nineteenth century house that was originally modified to accommodate a "modern" kitchen and baths was updated with an open plan style kitchen. An existing adjacent bath / laundry space was included in the larger kitchen space that also included a new 1/2 bath. The laundry and full tub were added to a 2nd floor bath that had just a small 30" x 30" shower for bathing. Existing window locations in the abandon bath and a new glass door to a side deck provide additional natural light and direct access to the driveway. An existing brick chimney was partially exposed to reduce mass to allow for an enlarged cabinet array and through aisle. Visible connection to the dining area was also provided. Existing sink and cabinets were utilized

Home design - transitional home design idea in Philadelphia

Inspiration for a modern bathroom remodel in Charlotte

Blending contemporary forms and lush plantings, this Garden maximizes the sensory experience of the materials and planting from inside and outside the home. The garden occupies an interior courtyard framed by four interior walls. The home, designed by Architect Cliff May was built in 1948 and the following year was featured in House Beautiful Magazine. The clients list of needs and desires was brief. They wanted a space that would complement the mid century modern home and provide visual interest from inside the home. Some form of water was also requested. They had a budget of $30,000. In order to stay within their budget the clients performed the demolition of the old garden. The designer’s intent was to create a garden that would possess a clear sculptural quality and would be as visually striking from inside the home as it would be from inside the courtyard. The strategy behind the design was to use hardscape materials characterized by simple geometric forms and a planting palette that would emphasize form over color, and then to arrange the materials to achieve an interpretation of modern aesthetic. The views from inside the homes three main living rooms present the garden as a graphic composition of space, hardscape materials and planting. Inside the courtyard the edges are defined by stone and planting. The floor is composed of rectangular slabs of Teakwood flagstone with a counterpoint of Mexican beach pebbles set within the joints and around the edges. Concrete along the edges of the Teakwood pads reduces migration of the modified stone and sand base. The contrast of the Mexican beach pebbles accentuates the pattern of the flagstone. The outside perimeter of the pebbles is contained with low profile edging. An existing catch drain was utilized for storm water runoff. A concrete block pier set on a concrete footing is covered with black stucco and provides a perch for a custom made copper bowl that circulates water into the L shaped water feature. The water features subterranean basin is constructed of pressure treated wood with a custom box liner insert. Since the Teakwood flagstone was unavailable as coping for the water feature, the designer chose Shawnee Buff stone to complement the Teakwood flagstone. The subtle sound of water spilling from the copper bowl and the reflective qualities of the water help to create an atmosphere of relaxation. The planting is composed of shades of green with white flowers in order to accentuate the graphic design. ‘Justin Brouwer’ Boxwood, ‘Sum and Substance’ Hosta, white Anemones, black bamboo and ornamental grasses contrast dramatically with the clean lines of the hardscape elements. The black bamboo is set in 30” diameter concrete containers to control the vigorous plant from spreading. The construction of the interior courtyard space challenged the building team. They set up baffles between the front door and the door to the courtyard as well as temporary protection over the floor to allow the process to move forward without too much disturbance to the client’s lives. All of the materials were shuffled through the temporary portal. The clients love the space and recently said that “the design is so well thought out and simple that they would never get tired of it.” The designs sculptural quality compliments the modern feel of the home and creates a sublime yet dramatic view from within the house or within the courtyard. The clients plan to purchase two black Bertoia Diamond chairs with red cushions which should perfectly integrate with the space.

We were asked by the client to develop the rear of the property for entertaining family & friends. The wish list included a pool, a generous deck, a hot tub, a lounge area, a sunning deck, and a screened room retreat located within the trees. Pulling off the home’s contemporary architecture, we kept the design linear and simple. An 18 x 36 gunite pool with wedding cake style steps is the visual centerpiece of this back yard sanctuary. Two bluestone terraces are on either side of the pool; one supporting the chaise lounges that face south for optimum tanning while the other is home to the dining area that also provides a transition to the rest of the yard. Large bluestone steppers with lawn joints connect both areas without the heavy feel of a solid walkway. The existing deck was modified which allowed us to sink the hot tub into the frame. This reduced the overall height and kept the sight lines from the home’s interior intact. A vertical cedar screen was built for added privacy and that same material, albeit proportionally smaller, was used to wrap the hot tub for a cohesive look.

These clients have a high sense of design and have always built their own homes. They just downsized into a typical town home and needed this new space to stand out but also be accommodating of aging in place. The client, Jim, has a handful of challenges ahead of him with dealing with Parkinson and all of it symptoms. We optimized the shower, enlarging it by eliminating the tub and not using a shower door. We were able to do a curbless shower, reducing the likelihood of falling. We used larger tiles in the bathroom and shower but added the anti slip porcelain. I included a built-in seat in the shower and a stand-alone bench on the other side. We used a separate hand shower and easy to grab handles. A natural palette peppered with some aqua and green breathes fresh, new life into a re-imagined UTC town home. Choosing materials and finishes that have higher contrast helps make the change from flooring to wall, as well as cabinet to counter, more obvious. Large glass wall tiles make the bathroom seem much larger. A flush installation of drywall to tile is easy on the eye while showing the attention to detail. A modern custom floating vanity allows for walker wheels if needed. Personal touches like adding a filter faucet at the sink makes his trips to take medicine a bit easier. One of my favorite things in design for any project is lighting. Not only can lighting add to the look and feel of the space, but it can also create a safer environment. Installing different types of lighting, including scones on either side of the mirror, recessed can lights both inside and outside of the shower, and LED strip lighting under the floating vanity, keep this modern bathroom current and very functional. Because of the skylight and the round window, light is allowed in to play with the different colors in the glass and the shapes around the room, which created a bright and playful bathroom. It is not often that I get to play with stain-glass, but this existing circular window, that we could NOT change, needed some love. We used a local craftsman that allowed us to design a playful stain-glass piece for the inside of the bathroom window, reminding them of their front door in their custom home years ago.

Our team modified a three drawer kitchen cabinet by reducing the depth and cutting a chute for plumbing in the back of the top and middle drawers to all for pipes. By using a vessel sink almost the entire top drawer became extra 'found space'. This is one of many great storage solutions/ tricks we used to more than triple the storage in this small master bathroom.

The owners of this custom home wanted to update it to reflect their esthetic. A large soaking tub was removed, window reduced in size, roofline modified and the commode room was restructured to incorporate a new Linen closet. Grey and black mosaic tiles for the floor and a basket weave gray and black shower floor, bring the room together. New Cherry with a dark stain built out the closet. A new island dresser was installed and large shoe cubbie wall was installed. The shower is walk in, no door. His and Hers niches, Kohler DTV showering system makes this a pleasure to wake up to every morning.

Benefits of AirField in a green roofing system include: • AirDrain creates and helps maintain a more consistent Gmax for Synthetic Turf • ASTM testing proves AirDrain’s shock absorption properties reducing strain on joints and ligaments • AirDrain can be reused when the Synthetic Turf must be replaced • Can help qualify for LEED™ and other green building credits • A smaller carbon and development footprint with reduced site disturbance • Water harvesting reclamation and reuse is easy • AirDrain creates a one inch air barrier on the rooftop increasing the insulating properties. • AirDrain is a 100% recycled copolymer with the impact modifier “metallocene” qualifying it as a “No Break” plastic. Making it able to withstand extreme heat and cold and still maintain performance. • Resins can be made to the following specification “Flammability UL 94, Flame Retardant, High Impact Polypropylene Copolymer Resins” Synthetic Turf Provided and Installed By: Mike Harkrider ForeverLawn Austin 9601 Gray Blvd. Austin, Texas 78758 512.310.7320 office

This Craftsman home gives you 5,292 square feet of heated living space spread across its three levels as follows: 1,964 sq. ft. Main Floor 1,824 sq. ft. Upper Floor 1,504 sq. ft. Lower Level Higlights include the 2 story great room on the main floor. Laundry on upper floor. An indoor sports court so you can practice your 3-point shot. The plans are available in print, PDF and CAD. And we can modify them to suit your needs. Where do YOU want to build? Plan Link: http://www.architecturaldesigns.com/house-plan-73333HS.asp

The owners of this custom home wanted to update it to reflect their esthetic. A large soaking tub was removed, window reduced in size, roofline modified and the commode room was restructured to incorporate a new Linen closet. Grey and black mosaic tiles for the floor and a basket weave gray and black shower floor, bring the room together. New Cherry with a dark stain built out the closet. A new island dresser was installed and large shoe cubbie wall was installed. The shower is walk in, no door. His and Hers niches, Kohler DTV showering system makes this a pleasure to wake up to every morning.