Nobody said you had to renovate your kitchen all at once. With the proper planning, redoing the kitchen in phases can be a great option. Every detail in this kitchen was meticulously selected from the almond bevel subway tile with citron mural and grout in the slightest shade of blue, to the blue pearl granite countertop top, and signature red knobs on the Wolf range. Design is something that comes easy to some, but for others is challenging to get "just right". A partial remodel is a stepping stone in achieving just that, it allows our clients to see their ideas come to life while at the same time leaving the remainder of the kitchen open to new ideas to come!

A beautiful stone like porcelain tile with hints of beige and light grey was used on the floors, inside the shower, and continued up the wall of the accessible shower. The 12x24 Trouve tile in the color, Montage Grey accents the grey vanity and creates a statement wall within the bathroom. The Iceland Linear Mosaic Border runs inside the shower and continues across the remainder of the wall above the accessible shower to keep the tile from feeling overwhelming and compliment the colors throughout the bathroom.

A stunning center dormer with arched window and decorative wood brackets cap the entry to this extraordinary hillside estate home plan. Exposed wood beams enhance the magnificent cathedral ceilings of the foyer, great room, dining room, master bedroom and screened porch, while ten-foot ceilings top the remainder of the first floor. The great room takes in scenic rear views through a wall of windows shared by the media/rec room. Fireplaces add warmth and ambience to the great room, media/rec room, screened porch and the master suite's study/sitting. The kitchen is complete with its center island cook-top, pantry and ample room for two or more cooks. A three-and-a-half-car garage allows space for storage or a golf cart.

The master suite was the last remnant of 1980’s (?) design within this renovated Charlottesville home. The intent of Alloy's renovation was to incorporate universal design principles into the couple's bathroom while bringing the clean modern design aesthetic from the rest of the house into their master suite. After drastically altering the footprint of the existing bathroom to accommodate an occupant with compromised mobility, the architecture of this project, void of color, became a study in texture. To define the individual spaces of bathroom and to create a clean but not cold space, we used white tiles of various sizes, format, and material. In addition, the maple flooring that we installed in the bedroom was carried into the dry zones of the bathroom, while radiant heating was installed in the floors to create both physical and perceptual warmth throughout. This project also involved a closet expansion that employs a modular closet system, and the installation of a new vanity in the master bedroom. The remainder of the renovations in the bedroom include a large sliding glass door that opens to the adjoining deck, new flooring, and new light fixtures throughout. Andrea Hubbell Photography

A stunning center dormer with arched window and decorative wood brackets cap the entry to this extraordinary hillside estate home plan. Exposed wood beams enhance the magnificent cathedral ceilings of the foyer, great room, dining room, master bedroom and screened porch, while ten-foot ceilings top the remainder of the first floor. The great room takes in scenic rear views through a wall of windows shared by the media/rec room. Fireplaces add warmth and ambience to the great room, media/rec room, screened porch and the master suite's study/sitting. The kitchen is complete with its center island cook-top, pantry and ample room for two or more cooks. A three-and-a-half-car garage allows space for storage or a golf cart.

Garden jacuzzi tub with heated jets and custom tile tub surround to match the earth tones in the remainder of the bathroom, including the custom tile shower. Polished chrome water fixture with matching hot and cold water fixtures. Heather Cooper Photography (Marietta, GA)

Nobody said you had to renovate your kitchen all at once. With the proper planning, redoing the kitchen in phases can be a great option. Every detail in this kitchen was meticulously selected from the almond bevel subway tile with citron mural and grout in the slightest shade of blue, to the blue pearl granite countertop top, and signature red knobs on the Wolf range. Design is something that comes easy to some, but for others is challenging to get "just right". A partial remodel is a stepping stone in achieving just that, it allows our clients to see their ideas come to life while at the same time leaving the remainder of the kitchen open to new ideas to come!

Lots of details on this project! Our clients open concept kitchen/living room was given a very contemporary feel with these beautiful built-in arched niche shelving units, arched entryway and built in fireplace (we built the solid wood mantle ourselves). The living room windows (purchased from Pella) were given a drywall finish as opposed to the remainder of the home which was trimmed. The overall result was a beautiful high ceiling space with spacious and beautiful design and a lot of natural lighting.

Honorable Mention - "My kids are doing online schooling and requested better desks. My son Michael, depicted in the photo below, came up with the idea of attaching to the wall via cables. Like a true designer, he left the remainder of the work to his dad, the hobbyist woodworker. (A hobby with social distancing built in.) A friend suggested your product. The walnut desk was my first one, the second, ash desk was for my son, my present for his fifteenth birthday on 12/1. I used QuickConnect Jaw Swivel Turnbuckles and Threaded Terminal. My son helped me install both and we were both impressed with the quality of the products. We also used 1/8" feeney cable. Both my daughter and son are happy, the latter is now actually doing his homework."

The ceramic floor tile installed throughout the home is Grove Manor 6" x 24", laid in various patterns. The entryway and dining room floors feature a chic chevron pattern. The remainder of the flooring throughout the home alternates by room between straight-laid tile, and diagonally-laid tile. Are you interested in remodeling a space in your home? We offer complimentary design consultations, call today to schedule yours! 602-428-6112 www.CustomCreativeRemodeling.com

A beautiful stone like porcelain tile with hints of beige and light grey was used on the floors, inside the shower, and continued up the wall of the accessible shower. The 12x24 Trouve tile in the color, Montage Grey accents the grey vanity and creates a statement wall within the bathroom. The Iceland Linear Mosaic Border runs inside the shower and continues across the remainder of the wall above the accessible shower to keep the tile from feeling overwhelming and compliment the colors throughout the bathroom.

Remodel of Master Bedroom Creating a cohesive feel through out the house with the use of one consistent paint color - taupe, which connected all the spaces. The walls in the master bedroom was the original taupe color that was used in varying 'tints' throughout the remainder of the house. With this remodel, all the walls in each room of the house consisted of varying 'tints' of taupe, adding light and an open / consistent flow and feel. Photographer: Lauren Brown

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The fireplace is clad in Claros Silver Broken Brick, and lined with Claros Silver Durand. The gray fireplace really catches your eye with a pleasant contrast to the rich hues in the floor tile! The ceramic floor tile installed throughout the home is Grove Manor 6" x 24", laid in various patterns. The entryway and dining room floors feature a chic chevron pattern. The remainder of the flooring throughout the home alternates by room between straight-laid tile, and diagonally-laid tile.

Front Elevation. The desire to bring some mountain home flavor to a couples lake house, but keeping it simple and clean lined, drove the style combination of Prairie School and Craftsman. Vertical elements from the Craftsman period make the framework for the entry, continuing through the main part of the house and at the rear. The horizontal design from the Prairie School rounds out the remainder of the design to provide a back drop to the main core of the home.

This project was such an incredible design opportunity, and instilled inspiration and excitement at every turn! Our amazing clients came to us with the challenge of converting their beloved family home into a welcoming haven for all members of the family. At the time that we met our clients, they were struggling with the difficult personal decision of the fate of the home. Their father/father-in-law had passed away and their mother/mother-in-law had recently been admitted into a nursing facility and was fighting Alzheimer’s. Resistant to loss of the home now that both parents were out of it, our clients purchased the home to keep in in the family. Despite their permanent home currently being in New Jersey, these clients dedicated themselves to keeping and revitalizing the house. We were moved by the story and became immediately passionate about bringing this dream to life. The home was built by the parents of our clients and was only ever owned by them, making this a truly special space to the family. Our goal was to revitalize the home and to bring new energy into every room without losing the special characteristics that were original to the home when it was built. In this way, we were able to develop a house that maintains its own unique personality while offering a space of welcoming neutrality for all members of the family to enjoy over time. The renovation touched every part of the home: the exterior, foyer, kitchen, living room, sun room, garage, six bedrooms, three bathrooms, the laundry room, and everything in between. The focus was to develop a style that carried consistently from space to space, but allowed for unique expression in the small details in every room. Starting at the entry, we renovated the front door and entry point to offer more presence and to bring more of the mid-century vibe to the home’s exterior. We integrated a new modern front door, cedar shingle accents, new exterior paint, and gorgeous contemporary house numbers that really allow the home to stand out. Just inside the entry, we renovated the foyer to create a playful entry point worthy of attention. Cement look tile adorns the foyer floor, and we’ve added new lighting and upgraded the entry coat storage. Upon entering the home, one will immediately be captivated by the stunning kitchen just off the entry. We transformed this space in just about every way. While the footprint of the home ultimately remained almost identical, the aesthetics were completely turned on their head. We re-worked the kitchen to maximize storage and to create an informal dining area that is great for casual hosting or morning coffee. We removed the entry to the garage that was once in the informal dining, and created a peninsula in its place that offers a unique division between the kitchen/informal dining and the formal dining and living areas. The simple light warm light gray cabinetry offers a bit of traditional elegance, along with the marble backsplash and quartz countertops. We extended the original wood flooring into the kitchen and stained all floors to match for a warmth that truly resonates through all spaces. We upgraded appliances, added lighting everywhere, and finished the space with some gorgeous mid century furniture pieces. In the formal dining and living room, we really focused on maintaining the original marble fireplace as a focal point. We cleaned the marble, repaired the mortar, and refinished the original fireplace screen to give a new sleek look in black. We then integrated a new gas insert for modern heating and painted the upper portion in a rich navy blue; an accent that is carried through the home consistently as a nod to our client’s love of the color. The former entry into the old covered porch is now an elegant glass door leading to a stunning finished sunroom. This room was completely upgraded as well. We wrapped the entire space in cozy white shiplap to keep a casual feel with brightness. We tiled the floor with large format concrete look tile, and painted the old brick fireplace a bright white. We installed a new gas burning unit, and integrated transitional style lighting to bring warmth and elegance into the space. The new black-frame windows are adorned with decorative shades that feature hand-sketched bird prints, and we’ve created a dedicated garden-ware “nook” for our client who loves to work in the yard. The far end of this space is completed with two oversized chaise loungers and overhead lights…the most perfect little reading nook! Just off the dining room, we created an entirely new space to the home: a mudroom. The clients lacked this space and desperately needed a landing spot upon entering the home from the garage. We uniquely planned existing space in the garage to utilize for this purpose, and were able to create a small but functional entry point without losing the ability to park cars in the garage. This new space features cement-look tile, gorgeous deep brown cabinetry, and plenty of storage for all the small items one might need to store while moving in and out of the home. The remainder of the upstairs level includes massive renovations to the guest hall bathroom and guest bedroom, upstairs master bed/bath suite, and a third bedroom that we converted into a home office for the client. Some of the largest transformations were made in the basement, where unfinished space and lack of light were converted into gloriously lit, cozy, finished spaces. Our first task was to convert the massive basement living room into the new master bedroom for our clients. We removed existing built-ins, created an entirely new walk-in closet, painted the old brick fireplace, installed a new gas unit, added carpet, introduced new lighting, replaced windows, and upgraded every part of the aesthetic appearance. One of the most incredible features of this space is the custom double sliding barn door made by a Denver artisan. This space is truly a retreat for our clients! We also completely transformed the laundry room, back storage room, basement master bathroom, and two bedrooms. This home’s massive scope and ever-evolving challenges were thrilling and exciting to work with, and the result is absolutely amazing. At the end of the day, this home offers a look and feel that the clients love. Above all, though, the clients feel the spirit of their family home and have a welcoming environment for all members of the family to enjoy for years to come.

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Our Client came to us looking to remodel their kitchen in continuity to the remainder of their home. The omeowners envisioned a crisp, clean, and light filled space with better design and functionality. Our team created a heart warming design using white cabinetry with black accents to add depth and help set this project apart from the typical all white kitchen, which won over the Client.

The vaulted ceiling, structural beam in the living room and openings for the upper and lower levels created many challenges for the new kitchen design. We enclosed the lower level entry with partition walls, creating an entry to that staircase with a frosted glass door and walk-in pantry in the new kitchen area. The pantry gave the illusion of a symmetrical interior, but actually hides that partition. Additionally, the pantry opening creates the lines for the kitchen with dual islands. On the opposite end is the cooking area, surrounded by Thermador refrigerator and freezer towers. Flattening out the ceiling in the foyer area and adding custom shelving gives the foyer its own space, leaving the remainder for a harvest table and sitting area. Alicia Gbur Photography