“We could never have envisioned what could be” – Steiner Ranch Homeowner and Client It is an especially fulfilling Project for an Interior Designer when the outcome exceeds Client expectations, and imagination. This remodeling project required instilling modern sensibilities, openness, styles and textures into a dated house that was past its prime. Strategically, the goal was to tear down where it made sense without doing a complete teardown. Starting with the soul of the home, the kitchen, we expanded out room by room to create a cohesiveness and flow that invites, supports and provides the warmth and relaxation that only a home can. In the Kitchen, we started by removing the wooden beams and adding bright recessed lighting. We removed the old limestone accent wall and moved the sink and cooktop from the island on to the countertop – the key goal was to create room for the family to gather around the kitchen. We replaced all appliances with modern Energy Star ones, along with adding a wine rack. The first order of business for the Living Room was to brighten it up by adding more lighting and replacing an unused section with a glass door to the backyard. Multi-section windows were replaced with large no-split glass overlooking the backyard. Once more, the limestone accent was removed to create a clean, modern look. Replacing the dated wooden staircase with the clean lines of a metal, wire and wooded staircase added interest and freshness. An odd bend in the staircase was removed to clean things up. The Master Bedroom went from what looked like a motel room with green carpet and cheap blinds to an oasis of luxury and charm. A section of the wraparound doors were closed off to increase privacy, accentuate the best view from the bedroom and to add usable space. Artwork, rug, contemporary bed and other accent pieces brought together the seamless look across the home. The Master Bathroom remodel started by replacing the standard windows with a single glass pane that enhanced the view of the outdoors. The dated shower was replaced by a walk-in shower and soaking tub to create the ultimate at-home spa experience. Lighted LED mirrors frame His & Hers sinks and bathe them in a soft light. The flooring was upgraded throughout the house to reflect the contemporary color scheme. Each of the smaller bedrooms were similarly upgraded to match the clean and modern décor of the rest of the house. After such a transformation inside, it was only appropriate that the exterior needed an upgrade as well. All of the legacy limestone accents were replaced by stucco and the color scheme extended from the interior of the house to the gorgeous wrap around balconies, trim, garage doors etc. to complete the inside outside transformation.

Step inside this home, where Elegant Details transform every window into a moment of thoughtful design. In the primary bath, sheer café panels trimmed with a wide blue grosgrain trim hang on a decorative rod and rings, providing privacy while letting soft light dance across the space—a quiet, refined touch that sets the tone. The pool bath features an operable Roman shade in a playful check, finished with a grosgrain ribbon trim along the bottom edge, bringing charm and personality without sacrificing sophistication. A girls’ bathroom is dressed in linen café panels accented with a delicately embroidered floral tape trim along the bottom hem, a small yet impactful detail that adds texture and a bit of whimsy. In a guest bedroom, an operable Roman shade combines tailored style with effortless function, a simple yet elegant solution that elevates the space. Even the powder room is not overlooked: a Roman shade with ribbon ties offers a final, polished touch, proving that elegance lives in the details. From soft bands and ribbon trims to carefully chosen fabrics and finishes, every treatment reflects Sew Beautiful Interiors’ commitment to design that is both livable and sophisticated, making each room feel personal, considered, and beautifully complete.

This warm, richly layered living room exudes timeless sophistication. Anchored by a luxurious deep crimson velvet sofa, the space balances bold color with soft neutral tones and natural light. Floor-to-ceiling drapery in cream with red accents frames the windows and elevates the vertical dimension, while a mix of textures—from the plush area rug to the tactile upholstery—adds depth and visual interest. Sleek modern sconces and carefully chosen accessories and art evoke a collected, curated aesthetic. A circular swivel chair in ivory offers cozy contrast and flexibility, complemented by a carved side table and tall lamp. The shiny black coffee table grounds the space and showcases a sophisticated arrangement of books, objets d’art, and fresh florals, infusing the space with both personal character and seasonal freshness. This room effortlessly blends traditional elegance with eclectic styling, designed for both comfort and conversation, reflecting a refined yet inviting sensibility.

This beautifully designed home office demonstrates how luxury interior design can transform a workspace into an inspiring and sophisticated environment. Designed by Crespo Design Group, the space balances elegance and functionality with custom millwork, a rich walnut desk, tailored furnishings, and a curated palette of soft blush tones accented by a striking botanical wallpaper. The result is a home office that feels both refined and welcoming, encouraging creativity and productivity in equal measure. Natural light pours through the dramatic arched window, highlighting the custom drapery, textured area rug, and carefully selected designer furnishings. A sculptural statement chandelier adds an artistic focal point overhead, while the mix of warm wood tones, luxurious fabrics, and bold wallcoverings creates a layered, timeless aesthetic. Every detail has been thoughtfully chosen to create a workspace that reflects the homeowner's personality while maintaining the sophistication of a luxury custom home. As a premier luxury interior design firm in Tampa, Florida, Crespo Design Group specializes in creating custom home offices, executive studies, and personalized living spaces that seamlessly combine beauty, comfort, and functionality. From bespoke cabinetry and designer wall coverings to custom furniture and architectural detailing, every project is tailored to each client's lifestyle and vision. Whether designing a dedicated home office, a creative studio, or a complete luxury residence, Crespo Design Group creates interiors that are timeless, functional, and distinctly personal—spaces that inspire productivity while elevating everyday living.

This custom glass-enclosed wine cellar in Wilmette, IL was designed and built as a turnkey luxury residential wine cellar project, combining modern architecture with professional-grade wine storage. The frameless glass wine enclosure creates an open, contemporary feel while showcasing the cellar as a focal design element within the home. The cellar features custom wine racks finished in a deep petrol-teal sprayed lacquer with a satin to semi-gloss sheen, creating a bold and original backdrop for the wine collection. Satin brushed brass metal wine racks add warmth and contrast, elevating the overall design and reinforcing the high-end, custom nature of the space. Integrated LED wine cellar lighting highlights the unique finishes, rack layout, and bottle presentation. Designed for a combination of wine display and functional wine storage, the cellar is equipped with a professional climate-controlled wine cooling system to maintain proper temperature and humidity for long-term preservation. From design and fabrication to full installation, this project reflects a seamless, one-stop approach to custom wine cellar construction for luxury homeowners and wine collectors throughout Wilmette, the North Shore, and the greater Chicago area.

This custom home office was designed to inspire creativity while providing a highly functional workspace for daily productivity. Rich blue built-in cabinetry spans the entire wall, offering generous storage, open display shelving, and a striking architectural focal point that transforms the office into a destination rather than simply a place to work. A bold Art Deco-inspired ceiling wallpaper introduces unexpected drama and personality, drawing the eye upward and creating a one-of-a-kind design statement. Warm white oak furnishings balance the saturated cabinetry, while brass hardware and carefully curated accessories add warmth, sophistication, and timeless appeal. Every shelf was intentionally styled to showcase books, artwork, collected objects, and meaningful personal pieces that reflect the homeowner's personality. Designed to prove that workspaces can be both beautiful and functional, this office blends custom millwork, bold pattern, and thoughtful organization into a space that encourages focus, creativity, and inspiration. Design Style Refined Organic Contemporary Modern Art Deco Eclectic Luxury Contemporary Home Office Warm Contemporary Luxury home office, custom home office, home office design, office built-ins, custom built-ins, built-in bookshelves, custom cabinetry, blue cabinetry, painted built-ins, designer office, executive office, study, library, workspace, Art Deco wallpaper, wallpaper ceiling, statement ceiling, ceiling wallpaper, modern Art Deco, eclectic luxury, brass hardware, white oak desk, open shelving, office storage, custom millwork, architectural details, luxury home, custom home, new construction, whole home design, residential interior design, luxury interior design, Colorado interior designer, Denver interior designer, Castle Pines interior design, designer home office, bespoke interiors, high-end interiors, creative workspace, office inspiration, timeless interiors

The image depicts a modern bathroom with a sleek and minimalist aesthetic. A black countertop extends across the space, supporting a white round sink with a black wall-mounted faucet. Above the sink, a large round mirror with a wooden frame reflects the room, adding a touch of warmth. The countertop is adorned with a vase of dried flowers, a small stone figurine, a dark glass container, and neatly folded white towels. Two black pendant lights hang from the ceiling, providing focused illumination. A wall-mounted white toilet is positioned below the countertop, and a black vertical radiator on the right wall adds a functional yet stylish element. The walls are a mix of grey tiles and white panels, paired with a grey tiled floor, creating a clean and contemporary look. The overall design emphasizes simplicity, natural textures, and a neutral color palette, resulting in a serene and uncluttered bathroom space.

This luxurious outdoor living space is designed to embrace the beauty of year-round Florida living while offering the comfort and sophistication of an elegant interior. Designed by Crespo Design Group, the covered lanai seamlessly extends the home's living space, creating a refined environment for relaxing, dining, and entertaining. Custom outdoor furnishings, lush tropical landscaping, and a soothing neutral palette combine to create a private resort-inspired retreat that feels both timeless and inviting. The spacious covered patio features sculptural lounge seating, designer outdoor furniture, and a contemporary conversation area overlooking the custom swimming pool. A warm wood-plank ceiling, architectural columns, and premium porcelain pavers add texture and character, while abundant natural light and garden views blur the line between indoors and outdoors. Every detail was thoughtfully selected to maximize comfort, durability, and effortless elegance. Adjacent to the lounge area, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen and dining space make entertaining seamless. Complete with a built-in grill, custom cabinetry, and ample seating, this luxury outdoor kitchen allows homeowners to enjoy alfresco dining while surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and a resort-style pool. The result is an outdoor living experience that is equally suited for intimate family gatherings or large-scale entertaining. As a premier luxury interior design firm in Tampa, Florida, Crespo Design Group specializes in creating custom outdoor living spaces, luxury lanais, poolside retreats, and complete custom residences throughout Florida, the United States, and the Bahamas. Every project is designed to reflect the client's lifestyle while combining timeless design, exceptional craftsmanship, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.

Clients that relocated from NYC fell in love with this home but wanted to update the kitchen to reflect their love of cooking. Using that mandate, the designer maximized both storage and countertops through clever space planning to utilize the existing perimeter to the fullest. The resulting space is a classic white kitchen with soft blue accents in the window treatments and seating. The main marble island was designed to maximize storage and counter surface with the second island done in walnut to match the butler’s pantry. The soft white cabinetry has a custom, brush-stroke finish with unlacquered brass hardware sourced from England. The custom hood and stainless steel backsplash with a warming shelf give the kitchen a professional look and are complemented by the SubZero glass front refrigerator and Wolf range. An upside-down edge detail on the countertops adds surface area, while interior lighting in the display cabinetry highlights dishes and serving pieces. The kitchen shines with unlacquered brass hardware and accents that patinas as it matures, but the crowning glory is the custom pot rack and light fixture by Ann-Morris that illuminates the room.

A space that tells a story—layered, intentional, and deeply personal. This fully custom great room was designed from top to bottom as a reflection of our client’s Latin roots, infused with global inspiration from across Latin America and South Africa. Every detail was thoughtfully curated to honor culture, heritage, and individuality. Rich jewel tones bring warmth and depth to the furniture, while collected art and meaningful accessories add soul and authenticity. The result? A space that feels vibrant, grounded, and entirely one of a kind. Design, at its best, is personal—and this one speaks volumes.

Luxury meets tradition—this spa-like bath blends Santa Fe Style Architecture with natural light, adobe textures, and timeless craftsmanship. This serene bathroom reflects the harmony of Santa Fe Style Architecture and Adobe Architecture, blending comfort with heritage. Sunlight pours in through large windows, illuminating custom wood cabinetry, stone countertops, and hand-laid tile. A soaking tub framed by natural plaster walls invites relaxation, while the vaulted beamed ceiling adds warmth and spaciousness. A traditional fireplace visible in the mirror enhances the sense of sanctuary, combining modern luxury with the enduring charm of Historic Preservation Santa Fe. Designed with sustainability in mind, this space embodies the principles of Sustainable Architecture New Mexico, offering a private retreat where tradition and innovation converge.

This luxury home theater blends comfort and style, featuring a rich cognac leather sectional that wraps around a plush shag area rug for a cozy viewing experience. The striking wood slat accent wall adds warmth and texture, framing the large wall-mounted TV above a sleek floating media console. Recessed ceiling lights and subtle LED perimeter lighting create a soft, cinematic glow, complemented by modern wall sconces for added ambiance. The high-gloss black tile flooring reflects the light beautifully, balancing the warm wood tones and soft textiles. Designed for both elegance and entertainment, this space exudes contemporary sophistication.

Dark Gray breaks up this suburban home and adds some edge and definition. Swivel chairs are flexible to shift for tv watching and favorite of kids. The large leather coffee table is great for feet, drinks, and playing games on.

This transitional dining room blends classic architecture with fresh, on-trend details. Olive green wainscoting adds depth and character, beautifully contrasted by warm wood tones in the dining table and vintage hutch. Graceful arched doorways create architectural interest and flow, while woven cane-back chairs introduce natural texture and warmth. Layered with brass accents and soft neutral walls, this inviting space balances timeless charm with modern sophistication.

This Lakeview renovation takes place in a mid-rise building with sweeping views of Lake Michigan. Designed for a couple who loves to entertain, the kitchen was reimagined to maximize storage and counterspace without compromising its airy feel. Custom inserts were used to organize utensils and dinnerware, while pocket doors conceal small appliances—keeping the compact layout clean and clutter-free. The cabinetry is painted in a crisp white, anchored by a stained London Oak island that adds warmth and contrast. To maintain a light, open atmosphere, the design team opted for open shelving with Parisian detailing in lieu of upper cabinetry. Hardwired tabletop lamps were chosen over decorative pendants, reinforcing O’Brien Harris’s philosophy of blending the kitchen seamlessly into the living space. The design strikes a balance between contemporary and traditional. Polished metal-banded drawers bring a modern edge, while the shelving and lamps introduce classic character. A peninsula provides visual separation from the dining area—serving as both a prep surface and a buffet when entertaining. This tailored, multi-functional kitchen reflects O’Brien Harris’s signature approach: timeless design, refined detail, and thoughtful living. Location: Lakeview, Chicago, IL | Custom Cabinetry: O’Brien Harris | Interior Designer: James Thomas Interiors | Builder: Bill Wangler | Photography: Ryan McDonald | Kitchen & Dining Room Cabinetry: Painted finish with natural walnut interiors. Island is white oak in London Oak finish. Door style is Refectory | Butler’s Pantry Cabinetry: Painted in a vintage wine finish using the Refectory door style with natural walnut interiors Featured Article: Luxe Interiors + Design

Layered in soft neutrals and timeless details, this modern living room embraces luxury interior design through a seamless open concept layout. The sculptural white sofa anchors the space beside a statement fireplace design, while warm wood tones and textured textiles add balance and depth. Oversized windows open to a waterfront terrace, inviting natural light to highlight the soft palette and curated living room decor. Elements of traditional interior charm—like ornamental columns and wrought-iron chandeliers—blend with minimalist living room styling to create a sophisticated, harmonious retreat that reflects the finest in luxury home decor.

This remodel and furnishing project was designed for a bachelor who wanted a space that reflected his love for Arizona’s canyon landscapes while feeling intimate, moody and refined. The ensuite became a key focal point, featuring deep, rich color drenching, mixed wood textures and a custom vanity. Warm and cool tones balance the space, while carefully integrated lighting enhances depth and atmosphere. Functionality was just as important as aesthetics. Custom-height vanities and mirrors were tailored for a more ergonomic fit, ensuring everyday comfort without compromising style. Thoughtful material choices—matte finishes, textured woods and natural stone—add a tactile, grounded quality to the space. The result is a sleek yet inviting retreat, designed for both relaxation and efficiency.

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW The homeowners built their traditional Colonial style home 17 years’ ago. It was in great shape but needed some updating. Over the years, their taste had drifted into a more contemporary realm, and they wanted our help to bridge the gap between traditional and modern. We decided the layout of the kitchen worked well in the space and the cabinets were in good shape, so we opted to do a refresh with the kitchen. The original kitchen had blond maple cabinets and granite countertops. This was also a great opportunity to make some updates to the functionality that they were hoping to accomplish. After re-finishing all the first floor wood floors with a gray stain, which helped to remove some of the red tones from the red oak, we painted the cabinetry Benjamin Moore “Repose Gray” a very soft light gray. The new countertops are hardworking quartz, and the waterfall countertop to the left of the sink gives a bit of the contemporary flavor. We reworked the refrigerator wall to create more pantry storage and eliminated the double oven in favor of a single oven and a steam oven. The existing cooktop was replaced with a new range paired with a Venetian plaster hood above. The glossy finish from the hood is echoed in the pendant lights. A touch of gold in the lighting and hardware adds some contrast to the gray and white. A theme we repeated down to the smallest detail illustrated by the Jason Wu faucet by Brizo with its similar touches of white and gold (the arrival of which we eagerly awaited for months due to ripples in the supply chain – but worth it!). The original breakfast room was pleasant enough with its windows looking into the backyard. Now with its colorful window treatments, new blue chairs and sculptural light fixture, this space flows seamlessly into the kitchen and gives more of a punch to the space. The original butler’s pantry was functional but was also starting to show its age. The new space was inspired by a wallpaper selection that our client had set aside as a possibility for a future project. It worked perfectly with our pallet and gave a fun eclectic vibe to this functional space. We eliminated some upper cabinets in favor of open shelving and painted the cabinetry in a high gloss finish, added a beautiful quartzite countertop and some statement lighting. The new room is anything but cookie cutter. Next the mudroom. You can see a peek of the mudroom across the way from the butler’s pantry which got a facelift with new paint, tile floor, lighting and hardware. Simple updates but a dramatic change! The first floor powder room got the glam treatment with its own update of wainscoting, wallpaper, console sink, fixtures and artwork. A great little introduction to what’s to come in the rest of the home. The whole first floor now flows together in a cohesive pallet of green and blue, reflects the homeowner’s desire for a more modern aesthetic, and feels like a thoughtful and intentional evolution. Our clients were wonderful to work with! Their style meshed perfectly with our brand aesthetic which created the opportunity for wonderful things to happen. We know they will enjoy their remodel for many years to come! Photography by Margaret Rajic Photography

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