KitchenLab Interiors’ first, entirely new construction project in collaboration with GTH architects who designed the residence. KLI was responsible for all interior finishes, fixtures, furnishings, and design including the stairs, casework, interior doors, moldings and millwork. KLI also worked with the client on selecting the roof, exterior stucco and paint colors, stone, windows, and doors. The homeowners had purchased the existing home on a lakefront lot of the Valley Lo community in Glenview, thinking that it would be a gut renovation, but when they discovered a host of issues including mold, they decided to tear it down and start from scratch. The minute you look out the living room windows, you feel as though you're on a lakeside vacation in Wisconsin or Michigan. We wanted to help the homeowners achieve this feeling throughout the house - merging the causal vibe of a vacation home with the elegance desired for a primary residence. This project is unique and personal in many ways - Rebekah and the homeowner, Lorie, had grown up together in a small suburb of Columbus, Ohio. Lorie had been Rebekah's babysitter and was like an older sister growing up. They were both heavily influenced by the style of the late 70's and early 80's boho/hippy meets disco and 80's glam, and both credit their moms for an early interest in anything related to art, design, and style. One of the biggest challenges of doing a new construction project is that it takes so much longer to plan and execute and by the time tile and lighting is installed, you might be bored by the selections of feel like you've seen them everywhere already. “I really tried to pull myself, our team and the client away from the echo-chamber of Pinterest and Instagram. We fell in love with counter stools 3 years ago that I couldn't bring myself to pull the trigger on, thank god, because then they started showing up literally everywhere", Rebekah recalls. Lots of one of a kind vintage rugs and furnishings make the home feel less brand-spanking new. The best projects come from a team slightly outside their comfort zone. One of the funniest things Lorie says to Rebekah, "I gave you everything you wanted", which is pretty hilarious coming from a client to a designer.

Charles River Wine Cellars is responsible for some amazing multi-room wine cellars. Each space has its own unique attributes and theme. Boston Blend Round, Mosaic, and Square & Rectangular thin stone veneer provided by Stoneyard.com has been used in many of these projects. Visit www.stoneyard.com/crwc for more information, photos, and video.

The wide plank rustic white oak floor was sawn from responsibly-harvested wood, then custom milled using state-of-the-art machinery, hand-graded, and finished with wirebrushing and handscraped edges. Photo by John Hession

EcoChoice® Hand Crafted Hardwood is a collection of superior hardwood flooring products that are both American-made and environmentally responsible. These products feature unique finishes that are distressed by hand to achieve a rustic, time-worn aesthetic. EcoChoice engineered hardwood uses approximately 50% less newly forested wood in their production than comparable 3/8” engineered alternatives. All EcoChoice hardwood flooring products are GREENGUARD Children & SchoolsSM Certified by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute. Style Number: CH848

This award-winning home in Cannon Beach, Oregon takes advantage of excellent ocean views and southern solar exposure. The client’s goal was for a home that would last for multiple generations and capture their love of materials and forms found in nature. Designed to generate as much energy as it consumes on an annual basis, the home is pursuing the goal of being a “net-zero-energy” residence. The environmentally responsive design promotes a healthy indoor environment, saves energy with an ultra energy-efficient envelope, and utilized recycled and salvaged materials in its construction. Nathan Good

The smart tv and Future Automation Lift hide inconspicuously in the ceiling, never obstructing the view or interior design, and appears seamlessly with the tap of a button. Smart shading covers the windows with a simple tap of a smart device or tablet. Recessed lighting provides the perfect ambiance for day and night.

Set within Cordillera Ranch, this Mediterranean-style residence by Todd Glowka is designed in direct response to its surroundings, with expansive views across the ‘Twin Sisters’ hills and the Guadalupe River. A restrained interior palette and soaring ceilings draw in natural light, creating a strong sense of openness throughout. WoodCo’s Malone European oak planks run continuously underfoot, softening the architectural lines and anchoring the interiors to the landscape beyond.

This was a great opportunity to work with Marlon Blackwell Architects. Their team of architects and designers had specific ideas on what they visualized the lighting to be. It was my responsibility to interpret their vision and make it a reality. Client-Marlon Blackwell Architects https://www.marlonblackwell.com/ Project-Blessings Golf Clubhouse / Fayetteville, Ark. Lighting Designer – John Rogers Architect- Marlon Blackwell Architects

Shed - shed idea in Sacramento

Shed - tropical shed idea

Gilbert + Burke is an industry leading design-build firm known for bespoke design, custom home and cottage construction, and extensive remodels in the Muskoka, Kawartha, and GTA regions. We create stunning, unique homes and cottages that are environmentally responsible, healthy, and energy smart.

Set within Cordillera Ranch, this Mediterranean-style residence by Todd Glowka is designed in direct response to its surroundings, with expansive views across the ‘Twin Sisters’ hills and the Guadalupe River. A restrained interior palette and soaring ceilings draw in natural light, creating a strong sense of openness throughout. WoodCo’s Malone European oak planks run continuously underfoot, softening the architectural lines and anchoring the interiors to the landscape beyond.

Set within Cordillera Ranch, this Mediterranean-style residence by Todd Glowka is designed in direct response to its surroundings, with expansive views across the ‘Twin Sisters’ hills and the Guadalupe River. A restrained interior palette and soaring ceilings draw in natural light, creating a strong sense of openness throughout. WoodCo’s Malone European oak planks run continuously underfoot, softening the architectural lines and anchoring the interiors to the landscape beyond.

This one of the first jobs I had ever done over 20 years ago for a lady from my church. These are custom cut multi-layered stencils that had up to 5 layers. This was done in artists oils PS. I am not responsible for my clients dinning room table. : )

Gilbert + Burke is an industry leading design-build firm known for bespoke design, custom home and cottage construction, and extensive remodels in the Muskoka, Kawartha, and GTA regions. We create stunning, unique homes and cottages that are environmentally responsible, healthy, and energy smart.

This was complete renovation of a small rambler. Some spaces were completely reconfigured, while others, only cosmetically changed, but, overall, every square foot of this home was updated. Tatka Home was responsible with every single element of interior design, as well as exterior paint, lighting and hardware. On the inside, every detail was painstakingly coordinated, from the baseboards to the ceiling finish. The result is a beautiful, cozy and very livable space!