Ceramic tile walk in shower with low profile curb, custom angle bench, niches and shower screen, all tile corners mitred(no metal trim), rain shower head with constant temperature control and wand

The Watermill House is a beautiful example of a classic Hamptons wood shingle style home. The design and renovation would maintain the character of the exterior while transforming the interiors to create an open and airy getaway for a busy and active family. The house comfortably sits within its one acre lot surrounded by tall hedges, old growth trees, and beautiful hydrangeas. The landscape influenced the design approach of the main floor interiors. Walls were removed and the kitchen was relocated to the front of the house to create an open plan for better flow and views to both the front and rear yards. The kitchen was designed to be both practical and beautiful. The u-shape design features modern appliances, white cabinetry and Corian countertops, and is anchored by a beautiful island with a knife-edge marble countertop. The island and the dining room table create a strong axis to the living room at the rear of the house. To further strengthen the connection to the outdoor decks and pool area of the rear yard, a full height sliding glass window system was installed. The clean lines and modern profiles of the window frames create unobstructed views and virtually remove the barrier between the interior and exterior spaces. The open plan allowed a new sitting area to be created between the dining room and stair. A screen, comprised of vertical fins, allows for a degree of openness, while creating enough separation to make the sitting area feel comfortable and nestled in its own area. The stair at the entry of the house was redesigned to match the new elegant and sophisticated spaces connected to it. New treads were installed to articulate and contrast the soft palette of finishes of the floors, walls, and ceilings. The new metal and glass handrail was intended to reduce visual noise and create subtle reflections of light. Photo by Guillaume Gaudet

Upstate Door specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind fine door solutions. We are a hardwood door company that creates custom exterior, interior, and screen/storm doors. We build high-quality, hand-crafted doors that will last for years to come. We can match any detail from the entryway to all the interior doors with ease. All of our products are built to your exact specifications. Customize your door by choosing the wood species, profile options, specialty glass, factory finishing, and more. Contact us today to get started!

A paver patio with a fire pit and arbor were installed in the back yard up a hill. There are boulder walls and boulder seating. A pond less waterfall provides tranquility and screens noises form the neighborhood.

Upstate Door specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind fine door solutions. We are a hardwood door company that creates custom exterior, interior, and screen/storm doors. We build high-quality, hand-crafted doors that will last for years to come. We can match any detail from the entryway to all the interior doors with ease. All of our products are built to your exact specifications. Customize your door by choosing the wood species, profile options, specialty glass, factory finishing, and more. Contact us today to get started!

Our clients had a clear wish list for their home’s landscape: enviable curb appeal in the front and a private space out back for entertaining, dining, and relaxing. The home’s entrance is welcoming, with lovely plantings for color and variety. The stepping-stones leading behind the house create an irresistible invitation to explore. The limited footprint in the side and rear yards called for a clever solution in the form of a steel retaining wall. This low-profile wall expanded the level outdoor living space without claiming valuable inches of the garden, as traditional walls would have. Additional privacy comes from custom cedar screens planted with English ivy, creating a cozy living wall. The client’s wish for a fire pit inspired another innovative solution: a seat wall and sunken fire pit with a flagstone cover. It’s an ideal spot for enjoying the fire or dining al fresco. We took a small and seemingly limited footprint and were able to build an intimate, tranquil outdoor space.

A great feature of this patio makeover is its new railing system. We used Fortress iron railings in the hammered bronze color. These iron railings are sturdy and much thinner than the home’s original cedar railings, and they don’t obstruct the beautiful views of the valley and the river below. It’s almost as though you can see right through them. We like this particular style of railing because of its hammered look with dimples and ribbons in the bronze color. It adds a vintage-inspired appeal and at the same time keeps a low profile. What’s more, it’s forgiving because it already looks “hammered.” You can’t hurt it!

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - Neff kitchen designed by Küche+Cucina incudes: Caesarstone counters, Miele dishwasher, JennAir Pro-Style refrigerator & stove, vented Pando hood, GE Profile microwave, Franke 9” deep stainless undermount sink, touch control dimmable under-cabnit lights, pull out pantry, appliance garage, stainless backsplash, & Waste King garbage disposal Entertainment room with Sky box featuring16” ceilings & 4 skylights Remote control Velux blackout shades Anderson motorized awning ceiling windows with rain sensors Montigo gas fireplace, vented externally with thermostatic remote control Vermont slate wall Built-in space for 50” flat screen plasma TV and media hub Lutron Grafik eye lighting system featuring multiple scenes, soft transitions & remote control Russound Audio System with built-in Polk speakers in every room, including bathrooms with independent keypads Master suite leads to serene outdoor terrace with water faucet 2nd bedroom features exposed brick & built-in cabinetry Bathrooms with Villeroy & Bosch tiles, floating vanities, vessel sinks, wall mount faucets & skylights Home features: 12”-16” Ceilings with 7 skylights Frigidaire gas vertical washer/dryer — Great closet space — Ceiling fans — Armstong maple hardwood floors— 5x10 ft. storage unit in basement — Color video intercom system CAT 5 in every room —Tankless on demand hot water heater — CAC

Our clients had a clear wish list for their home’s landscape: enviable curb appeal in the front and a private space out back for entertaining, dining, and relaxing. The home’s entrance is welcoming, with lovely plantings for color and variety. The stepping-stones leading behind the house create an irresistible invitation to explore. The limited footprint in the side and rear yards called for a clever solution in the form of a steel retaining wall. This low-profile wall expanded the level outdoor living space without claiming valuable inches of the garden, as traditional walls would have. Additional privacy comes from custom cedar screens planted with English ivy, creating a cozy living wall. The client’s wish for a fire pit inspired another innovative solution: a seat wall and sunken fire pit with a flagstone cover. It’s an ideal spot for enjoying the fire or dining al fresco. We took a small and seemingly limited footprint and were able to build an intimate, tranquil outdoor space.

A small space with big function This Contemporary design includes a walk out composite stair case that double as the seating space for the gas fire pit. The back rest in the seating space features an elevated planter box with a climbing wall for vines. Clean lines and low profile, the larger format smooth pavers wrap the patio space and connects walks from the garage to the house, and down the side yard into the front.

Upstate Door specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind fine door solutions. We are a hardwood door company that creates custom exterior, interior, and screen/storm doors. We build high-quality, hand-crafted doors that will last for years to come. We can match any detail from the entryway to all the interior doors with ease. All of our products are built to your exact specifications. Customize your door by choosing the wood species, profile options, specialty glass, factory finishing, and more. Contact us today to get started!

The always reliable Elan Home Systems automation platform controls the home’s HVAC, Lutron lighting, Somfy motorized shades, multi-room audio, multi-room video, low level track lighting along the perimeter, living room cinema and the W.M Knabe player piano that’ll play along to the home owner’s iTunes playlists. Each of the rooms are equipped with Stealth Acoustic in-wall or in-ceiling speakers; except for the kitchen and master bathroom, where you’ll find stylish low-profile speakers from Anthony Gallow and water proof speakers from Kohler respectively. See more at : http://www.seriousaudiovideo.com/portfolios/smart-home-w-a-view/

The Watermill House is a beautiful example of a classic Hamptons wood shingle style home. The design and renovation would maintain the character of the exterior while transforming the interiors to create an open and airy getaway for a busy and active family. The house comfortably sits within its one acre lot surrounded by tall hedges, old growth trees, and beautiful hydrangeas. The landscape influenced the design approach of the main floor interiors. Walls were removed and the kitchen was relocated to the front of the house to create an open plan for better flow and views to both the front and rear yards. The kitchen was designed to be both practical and beautiful. The u-shape design features modern appliances, white cabinetry and Corian countertops, and is anchored by a beautiful island with a knife-edge marble countertop. The island and the dining room table create a strong axis to the living room at the rear of the house. To further strengthen the connection to the outdoor decks and pool area of the rear yard, a full height sliding glass window system was installed. The clean lines and modern profiles of the window frames create unobstructed views and virtually remove the barrier between the interior and exterior spaces. The open plan allowed a new sitting area to be created between the dining room and stair. A screen, comprised of vertical fins, allows for a degree of openness, while creating enough separation to make the sitting area feel comfortable and nestled in its own area. The stair at the entry of the house was redesigned to match the new elegant and sophisticated spaces connected to it. New treads were installed to articulate and contrast the soft palette of finishes of the floors, walls, and ceilings. The new metal and glass handrail was intended to reduce visual noise and create subtle reflections of light. Photo by Guillaume Gaudet

Upstate Door specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind fine door solutions. We are a hardwood door company that creates custom exterior, interior, and screen/storm doors. We build high-quality, hand-crafted doors that will last for years to come. We can match any detail from the entryway to all the interior doors with ease. All of our products are built to your exact specifications. Customize your door by choosing the wood species, profile options, specialty glass, factory finishing, and more. Contact us today to get started!

Upstate Door specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind fine door solutions. We are a hardwood door company that creates custom exterior, interior, and screen/storm doors. We build high-quality, hand-crafted doors that will last for years to come. We can match any detail from the entryway to all the interior doors with ease. All of our products are built to your exact specifications. Customize your door by choosing the wood species, profile options, specialty glass, factory finishing, and more. Contact us today to get started!

This client felt lost as far as design and selection. She'd already received my counsel regarding refinishing and the color of her kitchen cabinets. When she reached out to me again to assist with organizing her home and suggesting a few new pieces I was elated. A majority of the project consisted of relocating existing furniture and accessories as well as purging items that didn't work well with the design style. The guest room was transformed when we painted a lovely green color over the orange walls. The room that saw the most change was the dining room as it got all new furniture, a rug and wall color. I'm so thankful to know that this project is greatly loved. Photos by Barrett Woodward of Showcase Photographers

Upstate Door specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind fine door solutions. We are a hardwood door company that creates custom exterior, interior, and screen/storm doors. We build high-quality, hand-crafted doors that will last for years to come. We can match any detail from the entryway to all the interior doors with ease. All of our products are built to your exact specifications. Customize your door by choosing the wood species, profile options, specialty glass, factory finishing, and more. Contact us today to get started!

Evergreen planting with a low profile to showcase the clear cedar privacy screen
Photo of a small modern courtyard stone retaining wall landscape in Vancouver.

Upstate Door specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind fine door solutions. We are a hardwood door company that creates custom exterior, interior, and screen/storm doors. We build high-quality, hand-crafted doors that will last for years to come. We can match any detail from the entryway to all the interior doors with ease. All of our products are built to your exact specifications. Customize your door by choosing the wood species, profile options, specialty glass, factory finishing, and more. Contact us today to get started!