The exterior of what looks like a vernacular Hamptons shingle cottage, designed by architect Blaze Makoid, is intentionally deceiving. For the interiors, Axis Mundi typically decided not to play by the rules. Instead of de rigeur nautical artifacts, floppy sofas and wicker furniture, the firm responded to Makoid’s all-white interior envelope by injecting rooms with comfortable modern elegance that’s more contemporary Cap Ferrat than Eastern Long Island. Clean furniture silhouettes—from Cassina, Poltrona Frau and B&B Italia—a Massimo Vitali beach scene, a Moooi chandelier and industrial finishes (such as the steel of the fireplace surround and the anodized aluminum of a sleek Bulthaup kitchen) spark a creative tension between indoors and out. The gray palette provides a quiet backdrop for the nature outside, except for the master suite, where custom oak panels and blue shades create a reassuring warmth conducive to sleep. Photography: Mark Roskams

A blue study with three quarter high paneling and coffered ceilings. Patio doors lead to the covered porch.
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New England Style-Los Altos Hills, CA-Kriste Michelini Interiors-19-1 Our clients for this home in the Los Altos Hills — an active, athletic family of five — wanted a home that would reflect their zest for life and accommodate their highly social lifestyle. We responded by creating an inviting interior with a Hamptons-style vibe that combines elegant sophistication and a relaxed, playful approach in equal measure. A background of bright white woodwork and shiplap allows nautical blues, woven textures and touches of leather to pop, and rustic brick in the mudroom and pantry bring the outdoors in. In the gameroom, Ralph Lauren menswear wallpaper and seating backed in plaid are cozy and inviting, and a powder room cloaked in riveted charcoal grasscloth from Phillip Jeffries is a favorite.

ROBERTO CAVALLI HOME "AGATA" COLLECTION The Roberto Cavalli Home collection here at Richmond Tile offers a unique porcelain tile comprised of Italy's highest grade of materials. Designed to respond to a homeowners style and furnishing needs while keeping up with current trends, these tiles will providing excellent resistance to stress and retain their beauty for years to come. The Agata collection includes multiple sized tiles and a polished and semi-polished finish as well as many types of decorative components including porcelain chair rails and base moldings. Photography: A. J Favorito, Designer

3D INTERIOR RENDERINGS It's an internal visual that permits to put emphasis on the arrangement of the interior space. This is the perfect alternative for floor plan and drawings. Changes in materials and changes in decor elements can be anticipated. Furthermore you can respond to customer objections as accurately as possible.

A refined outdoor hospitality patio designed to expand the resort's guest experience into the landscape. The covered bar, flexible lounge seating, integrated lighting, and open-air dining areas create a seamless environment for daytime and evening use while responding to the character of Napa Valley. Project done in collaboration with RoseBernard Studio.

Several years ago I designed this home for a client. At our first meeting I was told how much she liked angles as a design element. I obliged her request by incorporating an angular theme in the home's design which resulted in some striking features such as the family room fireplace shown here. Two or three years after the home was complete, however, I received a call from the owner saying how much they all loved their home, but that she could not find a coffee table for the family room. I responded by saying I felt I could design a table for the space. The end result is the brushed steel table you see here. Photo by Fred Golden

A room that is open on all sides speaks for itself: it symbolizes the maximum development of your ideas of living. But even a completely open space needs structure so it can be optimally tailored to the needs of its occupants. LEICHT’s planning expertise makes it possible to respond to any interior de-sign requirements, even in open spaces. The selection of form and material plays a decisive role in this, as demonstrated by the current example.

The waterfront exterior of The Albano was designed to maximize expansive water views while creating a seamless relationship between the home, pool and outdoor living spaces. The custom design responds to the unique waterfront homesite and supports a relaxed coastal lifestyle.

The exterior of what looks like a vernacular Hamptons shingle cottage, designed by architect Blaze Makoid, is intentionally deceiving. For the interiors, Axis Mundi typically decided not to play by the rules. Instead of de rigeur nautical artifacts, floppy sofas and wicker furniture, the firm responded to Makoid’s all-white interior envelope by injecting rooms with comfortable modern elegance that’s more contemporary Cap Ferrat than Eastern Long Island. Clean furniture silhouettes—from Cassina, Poltrona Frau and B&B Italia—a Massimo Vitali beach scene, a Moooi chandelier and industrial finishes (such as the steel of the fireplace surround and the anodized aluminum of a sleek Bulthaup kitchen) spark a creative tension between indoors and out. The gray palette provides a quiet backdrop for the nature outside, except for the master suite, where custom oak panels and blue shades create a reassuring warmth conducive to sleep. Photography: Mark Roskams

This beautiful residence uses low-maintenance materials, high-efficiency windows, doors, appliances, and heating systems as well as extensive insulation and efficiency of space to lend sustainability and low energy use. Natural light limits the need to light the interior during the day and responds to the Pacific Northwest gray skies and long rainy winters.

Our client was inspired by old English kitchens and we worked to make that distinctive traditional style feel right at home in the context of a Spanish bungalow. The unfussiness of the oak cabinetry and unlacquered brass finishes blends with a boldly eclectic mix (in scale, pattern, and hue) of stone for a fresh, modern take on traditional English design. Right off the kitchen and separated only by a tiled archway, the laundry room wears this blend a bit more dramatically with pale lilac cabinetry, vibrant wallcoverings, and intricate woodwork. The end result is a highly layered, subtly theatrical scheme where the line between casual and elegant is softly blurred. It's our ode to how gorgeous even the most utilitarian elements can be.

This residential compound includes a primary residence, guesthouse, barn, dining pavilion and entry gate. The distinctive form of the architecture is derived from the Teton Range extending to the south. To respond to this phenomenon, the ridge of the gable roof is angled to allow the north wall to gently rise toward the west, mimicking the line of the mountains. The south wall naturally rises to the east capturing the preferred morning light. The materials - wood, rusted steel, copper panels, and stone - form a monochromatic palette to reinforce the sculptural energy of each building. A.I.A. Western Mountain Region Design Award of Citation 2005 A.I.A. Wyoming Chapter Design Award of Honor 2004 Project Year: Pre-2005

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SUNRISE 9 1/2" European Oak When you need a team of flooring professionals who listen and respond to your needs and care about the needs of your flooring project, trust ADM and let us show you what we can do for your home today.

With tiers of hand-made, stereo diamond-shaped crystal blocks hang to the premium metal frame, the captures light wonderfully, casting warm luminosity through your space and delivering charming elegance that you are sure to adore. Due to the cascading design which is composed of hand-made stereo diamond-shaped crystal blocks, this large pendant light dances trippingly and adds a touch of dynamic and fun when responding to the gust of wind. To provide the customer the most natural and modern touch, it uses premium materials to keep a weather-worn look. Let the sparkle shine through the tiered crystal blocks to produce a warm, opulent glow over your dining table, kitchen island, and living room. The light bulb holder that can be twisted makes it more convenient for you to install the light bulb and adjust the direction of the light source.

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When asked what they envisioned for their living and dining room Tweak, the clients responded with “colorful WOW factor”, so we gave it to them! We utilized the baby grand piano that was already in the space and took cues from the rest of the home when deciding on the decor. The home itself is decorated with strong pastel colors like deep aqua/blues, lavender, and pink colors so we chose to go bold! Moving the piano toward the center of the living room and hanging a 60" chandelier over top, cranked up the bold factor. We chose hot pink, lime green, and blue for accent colors that perfectly tied the pre-existing decor together, while still allowing the space to retain its classic black and white style. Choosing large scaled items like the massive chandelier, art, and the beautiful gold mirror in the dining room, gave drama to the spaces giving our homeowner's the WOW factor they were looking for.

This residential compound includes a primary residence, guesthouse, barn, dining pavilion and entry gate. The distinctive form of the architecture is derived from the Teton Range extending to the south. To respond to this phenomenon, the ridge of the gable roof is angled to allow the north wall to gently rise toward the west, mimicking the line of the mountains. The south wall naturally rises to the east capturing the preferred morning light. The materials - wood, rusted steel, copper panels, and stone - form a monochromatic palette to reinforce the sculptural energy of each building. A.I.A. Western Mountain Region Design Award of Citation 2005 A.I.A. Wyoming Chapter Design Award of Honor 2004 Project Year: Pre-2005