Ann Kenkel Interiors. 15,000 square foot French Chateau Mansion. 15,000 square foot French Country Chateau in Great Falls, Virginia. Ann Kenkel worked on almost all interior architecture, selected all finishes and coordinated with all trades for 3 years. Ann did much of the space planning, selected all finishes, stains, paint colors, did light planning HVAC vent planning, selected millwork, exterior stone and paint. Keywords: French House, french chateau, turret, dormer windows, gable roof, coffered ceiling, cat walk, iron and wood railing, marble mantle, extensive millwork, 2 story windows, transom windows, cherry floors, Barbara Tattersfield mantle, french kitchen cabinets, ivory kitchen cabinets, wood kitchen countertop on kitchen Island, farmer's sink, regency valances, crystal chandelier, glass pane cabinets, built in bookcases, circular staircase, cherry paneling, cherry library, cherry coffered ceiling, wood library, iron chandelier, large cherry built in for TV, wood beams, yellow faux finish, mustard faux finish, large great room, stone fireplace, french doors, leather sofas, leather chairs, oriental rug, oushak rug, wood stained french doors, faux finished ceiling, interior columns, recessed lights, sconces, mansion,

Large elegant formal and open concept medium tone wood floor, brown floor and wainscoting living room photo in Boston with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Services provided by Wendy; concept collaboration, original custom design of; furniture, area rugs, mosaic floors, doors, elevator interiors, cabinetry, finish selection; paint ,flooring,stone, tile, cabinetry, counters, lighting fixtures, plumbing fixtures,and hardware. Selection of upholstery,furniture indoor and outdoor. Photo credit: Pat Kofahl

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Photos by Giovanni Photography
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This dreamy blue kitchen from Orlando Soria creates contrast with White Cliff Matte countertops, a pure white quartz countertop design. A patterned blue tile backsplash with white grout complements a peacock-blue kitchen island with matte black hardware.

Anne Ruthman
Mid-sized trendy formal and open concept light wood floor living room photo in New York with black walls and no tv

Mathew and his team at Cummings Architects have a knack for being able to see the perfect vision for a property. They specialize in identifying a building’s missing elements and crafting designs that simultaneously encompass the large scale, master plan and the myriad details that make a home special. For this Winchester home, the vision included a variety of complementary projects that all came together into a single architectural composition. Starting with the exterior, the single-lane driveway was extended and a new carriage garage that was designed to blend with the overall context of the existing home. In addition to covered parking, this building also provides valuable new storage areas accessible via large, double doors that lead into a connected work area. For the interior of the house, new moldings on bay windows, window seats, and two paneled fireplaces with mantles dress up previously nondescript rooms. The family room was extended to the rear of the house and opened up with the addition of generously sized, wall-to-wall windows that served to brighten the space and blur the boundary between interior and exterior. The family room, with its intimate sitting area, cozy fireplace, and charming breakfast table (the best spot to enjoy a sunlit start to the day) has become one of the family’s favorite rooms, offering comfort and light throughout the day. In the kitchen, the layout was simplified and changes were made to allow more light into the rear of the home via a connected deck with elongated steps that lead to the yard and a blue-stone patio that’s perfect for entertaining smaller, more intimate groups. From driveway to family room and back out into the yard, each detail in this beautiful design complements all the other concepts and details so that the entire plan comes together into a unified vision for a spectacular home. Photos By: Eric Roth

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Photos by Giovanni Photography
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Artwork selection by Fresh Paint Art Advisors
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The major objective of this home was to craft something entirely unique; based on our client’s international travels, and tailored to their ideal lifestyle. Every detail, selection and method was individual to this project. The design included personal touches like a dog shower for their Great Dane, a bar downstairs to entertain, and a TV tucked away in the den instead of on display in the living room. Great design doesn’t just happen. It’s a product of work, thought and exploration. For our clients, they looked to hotels they love in New York and Croatia, Danish design, and buildings that are architecturally artistic and ideal for displaying art. Our part was to take these ideas and actually build them. Every door knob, hinge, material, color, etc. was meticulously researched and crafted. Most of the selections are custom built either by us, or by hired craftsman.

Inspiration for a rustic kitchen remodel in Sacramento

When we imagine the homes of our favorite actors, we often think of picturesque kitchens, artwork hanging on the walls, luxurious furniture, and pristine conditions 24/7. But for celebrities with children, sometimes that last one isn’t always accurate! Kids will be kids – which means there may be messy bedrooms, toys strewn across their play area, and maybe even some crayon marks or finger-paints on walls or floors. Lucy Liu recently partnered with One Kings Lane and Paintzen to redesign her son Rockwell’s playroom in their Manhattan apartment for that reason. Previously, Lucy had decided not to focus too much on the layout or color of the space – it was simply a room to hold all of Rockwell’s toys. There wasn’t much of a design element to it and very little storage. Lucy was ready to change that – and transform the room into something more sophisticated and tranquil for both Rockwell and for guests (especially those with kids!). And to really bring that transformation to life, one of the things that needed to change was the lack of color and texture on the walls. When selecting the color palette, Lucy and One Kings Lane designer Nicole Fisher decided on a more neutral, contemporary style. They chose to avoid the primary colors, which are too often utilized in children’s rooms and playrooms. Instead, they chose to have Paintzen paint the walls in a cozy gray with warm beige undertones. (Try PPG ‘Slate Pebble’ for a similar look!) It created a perfect backdrop for the decor selected for the room, which included a tepee for Rockwell, some Tribal-inspired artwork, Moroccan woven baskets, and some framed artwork. To add texture to the space, Paintzen also installed wallpaper on two of the walls. The wallpaper pattern involved muted blues and grays to add subtle color and a slight contrast to the rest of the walls. Take a closer look at this smartly designed space, featuring a beautiful neutral color palette and lots of exciting textures!

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Transitional kids' white tile and porcelain tile marble floor, white floor, double-sink and wallpaper alcove shower photo in New York with white cabinets, marble countertops, a hinged shower door, recessed-panel cabinets, an undermount sink, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Brown Jordan Furniture and Eco-smart fire pit an amazing living wall by Plantscapers
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