Located in Dallas TX, we undertook the full home renovation and addition with our good friend and collaborator Craig Beneke of architecture & fabrication. A 1960's single story ranch was totally transformed to add a new era of relevance to its neighborhood. When most of the houses in the area are being torn down our savy clients saw the gem that was lying in the rough.

Our Scottsdale interior design studio created this luxurious Santa Fe new build for a retired couple with sophisticated tastes. We centered the furnishings and fabrics around their contemporary Southwestern art collection, choosing complementary colors. The house includes a large patio with a fireplace, a beautiful great room with a home bar, a lively family room, and a bright home office with plenty of cabinets. All of the spaces reflect elegance, comfort, and thoughtful planning. --- Project designed by Susie Hersker’s Scottsdale interior design firm Design Directives. Design Directives is active in Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, Carefree, Sedona, and beyond. For more about Design Directives, click here: https://susanherskerasid.com/

Example of a mid-sized classic master white tile linoleum floor alcove bathtub design in Austin with a pedestal sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, a one-piece toilet and white walls

New Media Art All works reflect the work of the artist, Carol Ashton, with each piece anchored in acrylic on canvas then further investigated with digital media. Carol draws on her experience as Digital Literacy Specialist with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art to continue her exploration with digital technologies as a relevant and robust means of expressing beauty in the digital age. Significant in her work is the desire to validate the union of art and function, recognizing the role of beauty in the internal conversations we have with our home and work environment.

New Media Art All works reflect the work of the artist, Carol Ashton, with each piece anchored in acrylic on canvas then further investigated with digital media. Carol draws on her experience as Digital Literacy Specialist with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art to continue her exploration with digital technologies as a relevant and robust means of expressing beauty in the digital age. Significant in her work is the desire to validate the union of art and function, recognizing the role of beauty in the internal conversations we have with our home and work environment.

The enduring designs of mid-century modern have never been more relevant or more beautifully interpreted than in the sculpted lines of Aviano from Tommy Bahama Outdoor Living. Sinuous frames, in a rich burnished mocha finish, are covered in a seagrass coloration of all-weather wicker crafted exclusively for Tommy Bahama. Custom Weatherstone™ tops replicate the look of natural travertine and plush upholstered seating offers sublime comfort, courtesy of our proprietary WeatherGuard™ cushions.

Located in Dallas TX, we undertook the full home renovation and addition with our good friend and collaborator Craig Beneke of architecture & fabrication. A 1960's single story ranch was totally transformed to add a new era of relevance to its neighborhood. When most of the houses in the area are being torn down our savy clients saw the gem that was lying in the rough.

Modern, minimalist designs use only one material for all relevant surfaces – these kitchens function perfectly as well as make an original and stunning visual statement.

photo: Mark Pinkerton, VI360

Large minimalist ceramic tile and white floor hallway photo with white walls

Kitchen - traditional kitchen idea in Philadelphia

Locati Architects, LongViews Studio
Large country concrete floor and gray floor hallway photo with white walls

Modern, minimalist designs use only one material for all relevant surfaces – these kitchens function perfectly as well as make an original and stunning visual statement.

This is an example of a mid-sized craftsman brick front porch design in Los Angeles.

Modern, minimalist designs use only one material for all relevant surfaces – these kitchens function perfectly as well as make an original and stunning visual statement.

Modern, minimalist designs use only one material for all relevant surfaces – these kitchens function perfectly as well as make an original and stunning visual statement.

One of the biggest challenges with this project was the unique shape of the kitchen. With one of the main structural beams of the house running over the center of the kitchen, it made it difficult to continue the flush pattern seen with the flat panel cabinetry. An ingenious solution, the designer took it upon themselves to take it as a design opportunity. By staggering the height of the cabinets in relevance to the below cabinets and the height of the french door to the right, a beautiful, and functional sloping gesture was created with the cabinets and door. So satisfying!

Modern, minimalist designs use only one material for all relevant surfaces – these kitchens function perfectly as well as make an original and stunning visual statement.

Modern, minimalist designs use only one material for all relevant surfaces – these kitchens function perfectly as well as make an original and stunning visual statement.