Ron Rosenzwweig
Example of a mid-sized transitional home design design in Miami

This was constructed as an addition to an existing brick residence dating from the 1960's. The client requested a traditional character. The design program included a heated breezeway connection to the existing residence, garage parking for two cars, a weaving studio/guest room above, and a greenhouse to support the site's extensive landscaping.

Robert Haywood
Beach style bathroom photo in Other with an undermount sink and recessed-panel cabinets

This 5,200-square foot modern farmhouse is located on Manhattan Beach’s Fourth Street, which leads directly to the ocean. A raw stone facade and custom-built Dutch front-door greets guests, and customized millwork can be found throughout the home. The exposed beams, wooden furnishings, rustic-chic lighting, and soothing palette are inspired by Scandinavian farmhouses and breezy coastal living. The home’s understated elegance privileges comfort and vertical space. To this end, the 5-bed, 7-bath (counting halves) home has a 4-stop elevator and a basement theater with tiered seating and 13-foot ceilings. A third story porch is separated from the upstairs living area by a glass wall that disappears as desired, and its stone fireplace ensures that this panoramic ocean view can be enjoyed year-round. This house is full of gorgeous materials, including a kitchen backsplash of Calacatta marble, mined from the Apuan mountains of Italy, and countertops of polished porcelain. The curved antique French limestone fireplace in the living room is a true statement piece, and the basement includes a temperature-controlled glass room-within-a-room for an aesthetic but functional take on wine storage. The takeaway? Efficiency and beauty are two sides of the same coin.

Small arts and crafts backyard deck container garden photo in Los Angeles with a pergola

Photo: Jane Vorbrodt © 2015 Houzz
Elegant home office photo in Vancouver

Example of a trendy patio design in Los Angeles with no cover

Example of a trendy gray floor entryway design in Jacksonville with white walls and a glass front door

Our clients loved the location of their duplex home with its peak-a-boo ocean view, but their existing kitchen was not suited for their growing family. They wanted a kitchen with a coastal vibe, plenty of storage space, and an eat-in area. We started by bringing the far wall into the kitchen space to accommodate a large panty and communication center for the family. Doing this allowed us to move the refrigerator out of the main traffic area and doubled the amount of storage space. Several new windows were added to bring in natural light. A half wall was moved to allow more countertop area and open up sight lines. The previously awkwardly shaped island was slimmed down to create better flow. There were a few venting challenges to overcome; gas lines and plumbing had to be re-routed without disturbing the unit below. To open up sight lines, soffits were eliminated which allowed the extension of cabinets to the ceiling. To stay within the homeowner’s budget, we match existing scraped flooring by lacing in and repairing patches. The old dining area was too small for table, so we designed and built a custom banquette to maximize the space and take advantage of the outdoor views. The overall space works for family meals as well as entertaining. A light summer palette was used to reflect the shades of the sand, sea and sky. Even though the new kitchen is actually smaller than the original space, its now far more functional and open.

Smooth surface fire pit with seat wall
Mid-sized elegant backyard stamped concrete patio photo in Portland with no cover

The 1,750-square foot Manhattan Beach bungalow is home to two humans and three dogs. Originally built in 1929, the bungalow had undergone various renovations that convoluted its original Moorish style. We gutted the home and completely updated both the interior and exterior. We opened the floor plan, rebuilt the ceiling with reclaimed hand-hewn oak beams and created hand-troweled plaster walls that mimicked the construction and look of the original walls. We also rebuilt the living room fireplace by hand, brick-by-brick, and replaced the generic roof tiles with antique handmade clay tiles. We returned much of this 3-bed, 2-bath home to a more authentic aesthetic, while adding modern touches of luxury, like radiant-heated floors, bi-fold doors that open from the kitchen/dining area to a large deck, and a custom steam shower, with Moroccan-inspired tile and an antique mirror. The end result is evocative luxury in a compact space.

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Inspiration for an exterior home remodel in Other

Ironing Board & Hamper Pull-out by Rev-A-Shelf Kith Cabinetry Shaker Maple Door Bright White Finish Countertop: Alabama White Photo by Ben Smerglia
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Jason Roehner
Bedroom - industrial bedroom idea in Phoenix

A cozy seating area is created by surrounding a stone top fire pit with several swivel rocker chairs. Natural tones like slate, gray, beige and umber give the space an elegant feel. Tommy Bahama Outdoor swivel rockers completes the look.

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2016 Houzz Design: Eddie Lee
Eclectic hallway photo in New York

Colleen Duffley
Kitchen - coastal kitchen idea in Miami

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Example of a beach style kitchen design in Orange County

This exposed aggregate concrete pathway has an unique staggered edge lined by Autumn Moor grasses, mulch, cobbles and boulders.
Patio - mid-sized contemporary patio idea in Other