Example of a farmhouse l-shaped dedicated laundry room design in Sacramento with an undermount sink, white cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and shaker cabinets

Nanette Wong

The Aurora can be labeled as a greenhouse shed combo. It includes four large aluminum windows with tempered glass for safety. On top of that, it features 509 cubic feet of storage space for gardening tools and equipment or plants. With the many windows, light is aplenty. However, there is even the option to add solar shades so you can control the amount of sunlight coming in. In addition, you can add a power ventilation fan to remove excess heat and bring in cool air inside. If you looking to grow plants and vegetables all year around and store stuff, the Aurora greenhouse shed combo is just what you're looking for. It's a customer favorite.

Rainwater from 2000 sq ft of roof will enter the pond through the rerouted downspout drain line. Excess water will exit the skimmer and flow into downstream portion of the drain line that had to be removed from the center of the pond. www.waterfeaturesbybluecreek.com

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Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom remodel in Seattle

View of kitchen from the dining room. Wall was removed between the two spaces to create better flow. Craftsman style custom cabinetry in both the dining and kitchen areas, including a built-in banquette with storage underneath.

This organic modern design is built in an area known for having notable issues with ground movement. After speaking with the developer and reviewing the soil report with our Structural Engineer, we made our recommendations to the client. Since the budget for a full-blown pier and beam structure with void boxes under the pool was well beyond the comfort level of our client, they elected to have us utilize a float shell construction method. For this, we over-excavated the hole and placed a 12" layer of gravel beneath the shell of the pool. Drain lines lead from the deepest point under the pool down into a culvert, placed off to the side of the pool. A sump pump removes any excess water from the culvert as it accumulates. For the shell of the pool, we utilized a double matt of steel and increased the wall thickness to a minimum of 12". This gave added strength to withstand the volatile soil. The elements of fire, water, wood and stone were very important in creating the organic modern feel of this design. The layered effect along the back wall creates a visual stimulation across the length of the yard, without overwhelming the senses. Rather than creating walls only of hard materials, we used Ipe wood to create horizontal screen walls of a more organic nature. At either end, the raised wall and the fire feature are finished in a large-scale porcelain tile, with the look of stained concrete. Custom stainless steel scuppers, made by a local fabricator, create a soothing sound of falling water. The low wall at the center of the project is faced in natural ledgestone, and carries a color palette that set the tone for the entire project. Behind this wall and in front of one of the Ipe screens are three Desert Steel Giant Agave sculptures. The unique fire feature isn't quite a fire place, nor is it a fire pit. It is a linear fire burner, surrounded by a 4" thick cantilevered Leuder limestone hearth, with a backdrop wall of blue glazed clay tile. Although the pool was initially planned as a plaster pool, as the project began to take shape, the client elected to go all the way and finish it in a beautiful blue glass mosaic. Custom fabricated stainless steel cannon jets send a delicate arch of water over this deep blue, and draw attention to the three square wok planters on the far side of the yard. For the decking on this project, we elected to work with Mother Nature rather than against her. Two and a half inch thick concrete pavers, set on a bed of compacted, decomposed granite allow for movement around the pool that is easily fixed. If an area of deck moves around, we can simply lift the affected areas, re-level with DG bed, and re-set the pavers.

First order of business was to de-clutter the counter tops and removed all of the children's artwork from the doors and wall. The excess items are distracting to prospective buyers and appears busy in a small space. Our main objective here was to showcased the set up for kosher kitchen.

Our truck on site.
Inspiration for a timeless home design remodel in Los Angeles

Built in 1910, this charming DC row house is located in the historic Bloomingdale neighborhood. At some point, the home had been converted into two separate apartments and, in doing so, the previous owners had removed the connecting stairs and made some other problematic design decisions. When our clients purchased the home in 2017, it required a full gut renovation in order to bring it up to code and return it to a single family residence. One of the initial challenges was to address the excessive bulkheads, soffits and ceiling height changes that made the rooms feel off kilter. Reconfiguring the HVAC system and ductwork allowed us to minimize bulkheads and raise the ceilings which, in turn made the spaces feel larger and more open.

Blue shaker cabinets in a minimalist style, with inset face frames, offer a blend of classic design and modern simplicity. The shaker doors feature flat, recessed panels with clean, sharp edges, highlighting the minimalist aesthetic. The deep blue color adds a bold yet elegant touch, creating a focal point without overwhelming the space.Inset face frames provide a seamless, refined look, as the cabinet doors and drawers fit flush within the frame, enhancing the clean lines and precise craftsmanship. This detail emphasizes the minimalist approach by removing excess ornamentation, resulting in a sleek and functional design. The overall look is timeless yet modern, perfect for those seeking a simple, uncluttered kitchen with a touch of bold color.

Blue shaker cabinets in a minimalist style, with inset face frames, offer a blend of classic design and modern simplicity. The shaker doors feature flat, recessed panels with clean, sharp edges, highlighting the minimalist aesthetic. The deep blue color adds a bold yet elegant touch, creating a focal point without overwhelming the space.Inset face frames provide a seamless, refined look, as the cabinet doors and drawers fit flush within the frame, enhancing the clean lines and precise craftsmanship. This detail emphasizes the minimalist approach by removing excess ornamentation, resulting in a sleek and functional design. The overall look is timeless yet modern, perfect for those seeking a simple, uncluttered kitchen with a touch of bold color.

Finished kitchen after walls are removed
Example of a mid-sized classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Boise with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, brown backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This transitional staging project was so much fun. For starters we generated a workable plan to get the client top dollar for their listing. Our clients decided to trust the process and moved forward with all of our staging suggestions per the written plan we generated for them. The successful Staging Resulted in a first showing offer, above asking! To get started we removed excess furniture and any items that might detract from the desired staging direction. The clients received full asking with a standard close date and all parties involved were very pleased with the outcome.

Formal sitting room with patterned wallcovering and original wood flooring. Photo by Kyle Born.
Example of a mid-sized country enclosed dark wood floor and brown floor living room design in Philadelphia with no tv and multicolored walls

This organic modern design is built in an area known for having notable issues with ground movement. After speaking with the developer and reviewing the soil report with our Structural Engineer, we made our recommendations to the client. Since the budget for a full-blown pier and beam structure with void boxes under the pool was well beyond the comfort level of our client, they elected to have us utilize a float shell construction method. For this, we over-excavated the hole and placed a 12" layer of gravel beneath the shell of the pool. Drain lines lead from the deepest point under the pool down into a culvert, placed off to the side of the pool. A sump pump removes any excess water from the culvert as it accumulates. For the shell of the pool, we utilized a double matt of steel and increased the wall thickness to a minimum of 12". This gave added strength to withstand the volatile soil. The elements of fire, water, wood and stone were very important in creating the organic modern feel of this design. The layered effect along the back wall creates a visual stimulation across the length of the yard, without overwhelming the senses. Rather than creating walls only of hard materials, we used Ipe wood to create horizontal screen walls of a more organic nature. At either end, the raised wall and the fire feature are finished in a large-scale porcelain tile, with the look of stained concrete. Custom stainless steel scuppers, made by a local fabricator, create a soothing sound of falling water. The low wall at the center of the project is faced in natural ledgestone, and carries a color palette that set the tone for the entire project. Behind this wall and in front of one of the Ipe screens are three Desert Steel Giant Agave sculptures. The unique fire feature isn't quite a fire place, nor is it a fire pit. It is a linear fire burner, surrounded by a 4" thick cantilevered Leuder limestone hearth, with a backdrop wall of blue glazed clay tile. Although the pool was initially planned as a plaster pool, as the project began to take shape, the client elected to go all the way and finish it in a beautiful blue glass mosaic. Custom fabricated stainless steel cannon jets send a delicate arch of water over this deep blue, and draw attention to the three square wok planters on the far side of the yard. For the decking on this project, we elected to work with Mother Nature rather than against her. Two and a half inch thick concrete pavers, set on a bed of compacted, decomposed granite allow for movement around the pool that is easily fixed. If an area of deck moves around, we can simply lift the affected areas, re-level with DG bed, and re-set the pavers.

Farmhouse home design photo in Burlington