Example of a transitional bathroom design in Richmond

ZeroEnergy Design (ZED) created this modern home for a progressive family in the desirable community of Lexington. Thoughtful Land Connection. The residence is carefully sited on the infill lot so as to create privacy from the road and neighbors, while cultivating a side yard that captures the southern sun. The terraced grade rises to meet the house, allowing for it to maintain a structured connection with the ground while also sitting above the high water table. The elevated outdoor living space maintains a strong connection with the indoor living space, while the stepped edge ties it back to the true ground plane. Siting and outdoor connections were completed by ZED in collaboration with landscape designer Soren Deniord Design Studio. Exterior Finishes and Solar. The exterior finish materials include a palette of shiplapped wood siding, through-colored fiber cement panels and stucco. A rooftop parapet hides the solar panels above, while a gutter and site drainage system directs rainwater into an irrigation cistern and dry wells that recharge the groundwater. Cooking, Dining, Living. Inside, the kitchen, fabricated by Henrybuilt, is located between the indoor and outdoor dining areas. The expansive south-facing sliding door opens to seamlessly connect the spaces, using a retractable awning to provide shade during the summer while still admitting the warming winter sun. The indoor living space continues from the dining areas across to the sunken living area, with a view that returns again to the outside through the corner wall of glass. Accessible Guest Suite. The design of the first level guest suite provides for both aging in place and guests who regularly visit for extended stays. The patio off the north side of the house affords guests their own private outdoor space, and privacy from the neighbor. Similarly, the second level master suite opens to an outdoor private roof deck. Light and Access. The wide open interior stair with a glass panel rail leads from the top level down to the well insulated basement. The design of the basement, used as an away/play space, addresses the need for both natural light and easy access. In addition to the open stairwell, light is admitted to the north side of the area with a high performance, Passive House (PHI) certified skylight, covering a six by sixteen foot area. On the south side, a unique roof hatch set flush with the deck opens to reveal a glass door at the base of the stairwell which provides additional light and access from the deck above down to the play space. Energy. Energy consumption is reduced by the high performance building envelope, high efficiency mechanical systems, and then offset with renewable energy. All windows and doors are made of high performance triple paned glass with thermally broken aluminum frames. The exterior wall assembly employs dense pack cellulose in the stud cavity, a continuous air barrier, and four inches exterior rigid foam insulation. The 10kW rooftop solar electric system provides clean energy production. The final air leakage testing yielded 0.6 ACH 50 - an extremely air tight house, a testament to the well-designed details, progress testing and quality construction. When compared to a new house built to code requirements, this home consumes only 19% of the energy. Architecture & Energy Consulting: ZeroEnergy Design Landscape Design: Soren Deniord Design Paintings: Bernd Haussmann Studio Photos: Eric Roth Photography

Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Chicago

The clients' home backed up to deep woods and they wanted a room with floor to ceiling screens to allow cooling breezes to blow through. However, they had two young children and they wanted to protect the screens so we installed a clear glass railing system with white metal vertical posts hold the glass panels and solved the challenge. The floor is 12 x 24 porcelain tile. The ceiling is knotty pine and has 4 recessed ceiling lights and a ceiling fan for hot days. White trim provides a clean finished look. The comfy durable aluminum frame powder coated furniture is from Yardbird Outdoor Furniture in St. Louis Park, MN.

Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in San Francisco

The homeowners came to us wanting to create flow throughout their main living space. They achieved this by having luxury vinyl plank flooring installed throughout their foyer, kitchen, hallway, laundry room, first floor bathroom, and office space. They opened their kitchen up by removing their oddly shaped island into a peninsula with seating up to 3 people. Lighter colored cabinets were used to make the space feel big and open, while creating warmth through the darker backsplash and earthy green painted walls. Off the kitchen, we turned the not often used desk/landing zone area into 2 side by side tall pantry units with lots of rollout shelves and storage. Lastly, before the renovation there were 2 arched openings into the kitchen. We closed one off, which made the dining room not only be a true dining room, but it also allowed for this wall in the kitchen to become the “appliance wall”. The homeowners now have lots of space to prep, cook and entertain while still having access to their coffee station, fridge, microwave and double oven.

This custom designed mudroom, laundry room has a space for everything. The built in cabinets feature lockers for each child, a work space, a space for a bonus refrigerator, and a built in charging station so electronics can be charging out of site. The tile floor, granite counters, and thoughtful design make this space beautiful and functional.

Quartz Countertops by Viatera, Etude || White Painted Wall Cabinets by Aspect, Icecap on Maple || Base Cabinets by Aspect, Indigo on Poplar || Wood-look Vinyl Plank by Paramount RigidCORE in Vintage

Quartz Countertops by Viatera, Etude || White Painted Wall Cabinets by Aspect, Icecap on Maple || Base Cabinets by Aspect, Indigo on Poplar || Wood-look Vinyl Plank by Paramount RigidCORE in Vintage

This kitchen features Candlelight Cabinetry. The rigid thermofoil door allows for easy cleaning, and does not compromise on style. Storage solutions were necessary for this busy family. This bank of drawers features a spice drawer on top and divided utensil storage below. Lauren Nelson

Welcome to this stunning Italian kitchen, where modernity and style converge in a symphony of curves and glossy lacquer finishes. Its design epitomizes Italian innovation with its sinuous lines and fluid layout, breaking away from conventional rigid angles. The glossy lacquer cabinetry, in a chic and timeless hue, catches the light beautifully, adding depth and drama to the space. This curvy, modern kitchen marries form and function in a unique way, embodying the essence of Italian design and creating a kitchen space that's as visually captivating as it is practical.

The homeowners came to us wanting to create flow throughout their main living space. They achieved this by having luxury vinyl plank flooring installed throughout their foyer, kitchen, hallway, laundry room, first floor bathroom, and office space. They opened their kitchen up by removing their oddly shaped island into a peninsula with seating up to 3 people. Lighter colored cabinets were used to make the space feel big and open, while creating warmth through the darker backsplash and earthy green painted walls. Off the kitchen, we turned the not often used desk/landing zone area into 2 side by side tall pantry units with lots of rollout shelves and storage. Lastly, before the renovation there were 2 arched openings into the kitchen. We closed one off, which made the dining room not only be a true dining room, but it also allowed for this wall in the kitchen to become the “appliance wall”. The homeowners now have lots of space to prep, cook and entertain while still having access to their coffee station, fridge, microwave and double oven.

The homeowners came to us wanting to create flow throughout their main living space. They achieved this by having luxury vinyl plank flooring installed throughout their foyer, kitchen, hallway, laundry room, first floor bathroom, and office space. They opened their kitchen up by removing their oddly shaped island into a peninsula with seating up to 3 people. Lighter colored cabinets were used to make the space feel big and open, while creating warmth through the darker backsplash and earthy green painted walls. Off the kitchen, we turned the not often used desk/landing zone area into 2 side by side tall pantry units with lots of rollout shelves and storage. Lastly, before the renovation there were 2 arched openings into the kitchen. We closed one off, which made the dining room not only be a true dining room, but it also allowed for this wall in the kitchen to become the “appliance wall”. The homeowners now have lots of space to prep, cook and entertain while still having access to their coffee station, fridge, microwave and double oven.

Installed Energy Star rated vinyl windows from the Palmer signature line and stretch guard lifetime plus Cool Life elastomeric coating. Palmer windows feature Beveled exterior master frame enhances aesthetics Dedicated pocket sill design with triple weather stripping prevents air and water infiltration Sliding window operating sash removes easily from the inside for convenient cleaning Integral contour pull rail provides rigidity and ease of operation Fusion welded frame and sash construction creates superior strength Multi-chambered, slim-line extrusion design for maximum strength and viewing area Brass roller system allows ease of operation Positive interlock system, structural metal reinforcement, and dual action cam locks at the meeting rail provide resistance to outside elements and forced entry. Neat® naturally clean glass. It harnesses the sun’s UV rays to loosen dirt so water can rinse it away, leaving windows virtually spotless. Your windows will stay cleaner longer and will clean easier! Stretch guards Cool Life features Cool Life heat reflective coating provides customers with stucco homes an advanced way to save energy, stay cooler in the Summer and warmer in the Winter. The other benefit with Cool Life Heat Reflective coating is low maintenance, and we can color match any shade you wish.

ZeroEnergy Design (ZED) created this modern home for a progressive family in the desirable community of Lexington. Thoughtful Land Connection. The residence is carefully sited on the infill lot so as to create privacy from the road and neighbors, while cultivating a side yard that captures the southern sun. The terraced grade rises to meet the house, allowing for it to maintain a structured connection with the ground while also sitting above the high water table. The elevated outdoor living space maintains a strong connection with the indoor living space, while the stepped edge ties it back to the true ground plane. Siting and outdoor connections were completed by ZED in collaboration with landscape designer Soren Deniord Design Studio. Exterior Finishes and Solar. The exterior finish materials include a palette of shiplapped wood siding, through-colored fiber cement panels and stucco. A rooftop parapet hides the solar panels above, while a gutter and site drainage system directs rainwater into an irrigation cistern and dry wells that recharge the groundwater. Cooking, Dining, Living. Inside, the kitchen, fabricated by Henrybuilt, is located between the indoor and outdoor dining areas. The expansive south-facing sliding door opens to seamlessly connect the spaces, using a retractable awning to provide shade during the summer while still admitting the warming winter sun. The indoor living space continues from the dining areas across to the sunken living area, with a view that returns again to the outside through the corner wall of glass. Accessible Guest Suite. The design of the first level guest suite provides for both aging in place and guests who regularly visit for extended stays. The patio off the north side of the house affords guests their own private outdoor space, and privacy from the neighbor. Similarly, the second level master suite opens to an outdoor private roof deck. Light and Access. The wide open interior stair with a glass panel rail leads from the top level down to the well insulated basement. The design of the basement, used as an away/play space, addresses the need for both natural light and easy access. In addition to the open stairwell, light is admitted to the north side of the area with a high performance, Passive House (PHI) certified skylight, covering a six by sixteen foot area. On the south side, a unique roof hatch set flush with the deck opens to reveal a glass door at the base of the stairwell which provides additional light and access from the deck above down to the play space. Energy. Energy consumption is reduced by the high performance building envelope, high efficiency mechanical systems, and then offset with renewable energy. All windows and doors are made of high performance triple paned glass with thermally broken aluminum frames. The exterior wall assembly employs dense pack cellulose in the stud cavity, a continuous air barrier, and four inches exterior rigid foam insulation. The 10kW rooftop solar electric system provides clean energy production. The final air leakage testing yielded 0.6 ACH 50 - an extremely air tight house, a testament to the well-designed details, progress testing and quality construction. When compared to a new house built to code requirements, this home consumes only 19% of the energy. Architecture & Energy Consulting: ZeroEnergy Design Landscape Design: Soren Deniord Design Paintings: Bernd Haussmann Studio Photos: Eric Roth Photography

ZeroEnergy Design (ZED) created this modern home for a progressive family in the desirable community of Lexington. Thoughtful Land Connection. The residence is carefully sited on the infill lot so as to create privacy from the road and neighbors, while cultivating a side yard that captures the southern sun. The terraced grade rises to meet the house, allowing for it to maintain a structured connection with the ground while also sitting above the high water table. The elevated outdoor living space maintains a strong connection with the indoor living space, while the stepped edge ties it back to the true ground plane. Siting and outdoor connections were completed by ZED in collaboration with landscape designer Soren Deniord Design Studio. Exterior Finishes and Solar. The exterior finish materials include a palette of shiplapped wood siding, through-colored fiber cement panels and stucco. A rooftop parapet hides the solar panels above, while a gutter and site drainage system directs rainwater into an irrigation cistern and dry wells that recharge the groundwater. Cooking, Dining, Living. Inside, the kitchen, fabricated by Henrybuilt, is located between the indoor and outdoor dining areas. The expansive south-facing sliding door opens to seamlessly connect the spaces, using a retractable awning to provide shade during the summer while still admitting the warming winter sun. The indoor living space continues from the dining areas across to the sunken living area, with a view that returns again to the outside through the corner wall of glass. Accessible Guest Suite. The design of the first level guest suite provides for both aging in place and guests who regularly visit for extended stays. The patio off the north side of the house affords guests their own private outdoor space, and privacy from the neighbor. Similarly, the second level master suite opens to an outdoor private roof deck. Light and Access. The wide open interior stair with a glass panel rail leads from the top level down to the well insulated basement. The design of the basement, used as an away/play space, addresses the need for both natural light and easy access. In addition to the open stairwell, light is admitted to the north side of the area with a high performance, Passive House (PHI) certified skylight, covering a six by sixteen foot area. On the south side, a unique roof hatch set flush with the deck opens to reveal a glass door at the base of the stairwell which provides additional light and access from the deck above down to the play space. Energy. Energy consumption is reduced by the high performance building envelope, high efficiency mechanical systems, and then offset with renewable energy. All windows and doors are made of high performance triple paned glass with thermally broken aluminum frames. The exterior wall assembly employs dense pack cellulose in the stud cavity, a continuous air barrier, and four inches exterior rigid foam insulation. The 10kW rooftop solar electric system provides clean energy production. The final air leakage testing yielded 0.6 ACH 50 - an extremely air tight house, a testament to the well-designed details, progress testing and quality construction. When compared to a new house built to code requirements, this home consumes only 19% of the energy. Architecture & Energy Consulting: ZeroEnergy Design Landscape Design: Soren Deniord Design Paintings: Bernd Haussmann Studio Photos: Eric Roth Photography

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary look-out medium tone wood floor and gray floor basement remodel in Edmonton with gray walls and no fireplace

Michelle AM Dolce Vita, Scandinavian cottage style, Nordic cottage style, Scandinavian living room, modern rustic living room, Rove Concepts Norman counter stools, Florence Knoll style tufted sofa, floating TV cabinet, Ikea Stockholm coffee table bench, Tonic living pillow, faux fiddle leaf fig tree in a basket, salt and pepper cowhide rug, modern rustic living room, pink kilim pillow, African mudcloth pillow, Structure chair, hygge home