Elegant dark wood floor and brown floor living room photo in New Orleans

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Photography by Maija Hirsimaki

The project’s starting point was to understand the building’s original post and beam structure and to use that internal logic to formulate a sympathetic remodel. With an emphasis on the upper back unit, the owner’s private residence within this recently purchased Edward Killingsworth triplex, the first order of business was to strip the excess out and to return the complex to something that resembled the original. With a limited budget, the tact was to restore where possible, and to insert where needed, but always with a sympathetic eye. The kitchen quickly became the primary focus and it was soon realized that by removing the division between the existing galley and family room that the essence of the structural system could be revealed. Once opened the datum of the layered beams was adhered to with the kitchen reinforcing this overhead water line. The primary internal wall was then highlighted with a new wood veneer with the refrigerator recessed (borrowing a bit of space from the master closet) and the existing heater chromed.

Transitional staircase photo in Milwaukee

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Jamaica Plain, MA -- "Family Suite." This third floor attic expansion reconfigured an awkward, unused space into a bright and fun living area. Custom built-ins in the bedroom and office area optimize the tight quarters for storage, sleep, and work.

Example of a large minimalist hallway design in New York

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Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in Minneapolis

Inspiration for a contemporary home design remodel in Hong Kong

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Transitional family room photo in Philadelphia

Example of a classic patio design in Chicago

Flower Power upside down luxury chandelier shown in black metal. Featuring flowery shapes cut out of steel plates combined with glass drops to evoke the idea of icicles. Flower Power is a rende-vous between high-tech and hand made.

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Photo of a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard landscaping for summer.

Example of a classic pool design in Detroit

This decades-old bathroom had a perplexing layout. A corner bidet had never worked, a toilet stood out almost in the center of the space, and stairs were the only way to negotiate an enormous tub. Inspite of the vast size of the bathroom it had little countertop work area and no storage space. In a nutshell: For all the square footage, the bathroom wasn’t indulgent or efficient. In addition, the homeowners wanted the bathroom to feel spa-like and restful. Our design team collaborated with the homeowners to create a streamlined, elegant space with loads of natural light, luxe touches and practical storage. In went a double vanity with plenty of elbow room, plus under lighted cabinets in a warm, rich brown to hide and organize all the extras. In addition a free-standing tub underneath a window nook, with a glassed-in, roomy shower just steps away. This bathroom is all about the details and the countertop and the fireplace are no exception. The former is leathered quartzite with a less reflective finish that has just enough texture and a hint of sheen to keep it from feeling too glam. Topped by a 12-inch backsplash, with faucets mounted directly on the wall, for a little more unexpected visual punch. Finally a double-sided fireplace unites the master bathroom with the adjacent bedroom. On the bedroom side, the fireplace surround is a floor-to-ceiling marble slab and a lighted alcove creates continuity with the accent lighting throughout the bathroom.