This customer wanted to update their tired looking deck with a new low maintenance deck that complemented the color of their home. We helped them realize their dream by installing a Trex Select deck in Saddle color with a Trex Reveal railing in black. They will now be able to enjoy the summer weather on their virtually maintenance free new outdoor space.

Hall looking into the entryway, kitchen, and living areas. Hardwood flooring is 5" white oak, provided and installed by Natural Selections.
Hallway - mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor and beige floor hallway idea in Dallas with white walls

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.

Soci Select SSV-629 3x6 Ivory Straight Edge Brick Honed Soci Select SSGB-1163 Celtic Knot Deco Pin Bronze Soci Select SSG-1007 Julian Etched Plaque Spring

Heidi Pribell Interiors puts a fresh twist on classic design serving the major Boston metro area. By blending grandeur with bohemian flair, Heidi creates inviting interiors with an elegant and sophisticated appeal. Confident in mixing eras, style and color, she brings her expertise and love of antiques, art and objects to every project.

A complete and eclectic rear garden renovation with a creative blend of formal and natural elements. Formal lawn panel and rose garden, craftsman style wood deck and trellis, homages to Goldsworthy and Stonehenge with large boulders and a large stone cairn, several water features, a Japanese Torii gate, rock walls and steps, vegetables and herbs in containers and a new parking area paved with permeable pavers that feed an underground storage area that in turns irrigates the garden. All this blends into a diverse but cohesive garden. Designed by Charles W Bowers, Built by Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc. © Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc./Charles W. Bowers

Select Outdoor Kitchens with EVO Grill and Primo Grills
Large elegant patio photo in Kansas City

Bobby used Select Blinds Designer Reserve Woven Wood shades in the living room to keep it shady and cool while mingle with the beautiful decor from Target.

Clear Select Walnut - Artisan Inset Frame - Custom Stain - Shaker style - Spice roll out - Floating shelves - Knife block roll out
Inspiration for a kitchen remodel in Denver

An Arts & Crafts Bungalow is one of my favorite styles of homes. We have quite a few of them in our Stockton Mid-Town area. And when C&L called us to help them remodel their 1923 American Bungalow, I was beyond thrilled. As per usual, when we get a new inquiry, we quickly Google the project location while we are talking to you on the phone. My excitement escalated when I saw the Google Earth Image of the sweet Sage Green bungalow in Mid-Town Stockton. "Yes, we would be interested in working with you," I said trying to keep my cool. But what made it even better was meeting C&L and touring their home, because they are the nicest young couple, eager to make their home period perfect. Unfortunately, it had been slightly molested by some bad house-flippers, and we needed to bring the bathroom back to it "roots." We knew we had to banish the hideous brown tile and cheap vanity quickly. But C&L complained about the condensation problems and the constant fight with mold. This immediately told me that improper remodeling had occurred and we needed to remedy that right away. The Before: Frustrations with a Botched Remodel The bathroom needed to be brought back to period appropriate design with all the functionality of a modern bathroom. We thought of things like marble countertop, white mosaic floor tiles, white subway tile, board and batten molding, and of course a fabulous wallpaper. This small (and only) bathroom on a tight budget required a little bit of design sleuthing to figure out how we could get the proper look and feel. Our goal was to determine where to splurge and where to economize and how to complete the remodel as quickly as possible because C&L would have to move out while construction was going on. The Process: Hard Work to Remedy Design and Function During our initial design study, (which included 2 hours in the owners’ home), we noticed framed images of William Morris Arts and Crafts textile patterns and knew this would be our design inspiration. We presented C&L with three options and they quickly selected the Pimpernel Design Concept. We had originally selected the Black and Olive colors with a black vanity, mirror, and black and white floor tile. C&L liked it but weren’t quite sure about the black, We went back to the drawing board and decided the William & Co Pimpernel Wallpaper in Bayleaf and Manilla color with a softer gray painted vanity and mirror and white floor tile was more to their liking. After the Design Concept was approved, we went to work securing the building permit, procuring all the elements, and scheduling our trusted tradesmen to perform the work. We did uncover some shoddy work by the flippers such as live electrical wires hidden behind the wall, plumbing venting cut-off and buried in the walls (hence the constant dampness), the tub barely balancing on two fence boards across the floor joist, and no insulation on the exterior wall. All of the previous blunders were fixed and the bathroom put back to its previous glory. We could feel the house thanking us for making it pretty again. The After Reveal: Cohesive Design Decisions We selected a simple white subway tile for the tub/shower. This is always classic and in keeping with the style of the house. We selected a pre-fab vanity and mirror, but they look rich with the quartz countertop. There is much more storage in this small vanity than you would think. The Transformation: A Period Perfect Refresh We began the remodel just as the pandemic reared and stay-in-place orders went into effect. As C&L were already moved out and living with relatives, we got the go-ahead from city officials to get the work done (after all, how can you shelter in place without a bathroom?). All our tradesmen were scheduled to work so that only one crew was on the job site at a time. We stayed on the original schedule with only a one week delay. The end result is the sweetest little bathroom I've ever seen (and I can't wait to start work on C&L's kitchen next). Thank you for joining me in this project transformation. I hope this inspired you to think about being creative with your design projects, determining what works best in keeping with the architecture of your space, and carefully assessing how you can have the best life in your home.

Master bathroom with white cabinetry, black marble look flooring, and acrylic hardware. Tile and hardware provided and installed by Natural Selections.

Living room - traditional formal medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room idea in St Louis with beige walls and a standard fireplace

Open concept kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped slate floor and gray floor open concept kitchen idea in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Robbinsville, NJ Kitchen remodel Our homeowner wanted to update the builders standard kitchen cabinets, with so many options available we where able to find a perfect blend that fit the budget and met the homeowner's expectations. Mission Maple with cognac finish cabinets matched with Silestone quartz tops created the look of this contemporary townhouse. Many thanks to all who worked on this project, especially our homeowner Peter. Photography by AJ. Malave

Shane Baker
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Living room at Logan's Residence, by Restructure Studio
Example of a transitional living room design in Austin

Select Outdoor Kitchens with the American Outdoor Grill (AOG Grill) from FireMagic
Patio kitchen - large traditional backyard brick patio kitchen idea in Other with a roof extension

Trex Select composite decking in the shade Pebble Grey with Trex Select railing in Classic White with a Pebble Grey cocktail rail.
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless backyard deck remodel in Other with no cover

Tony Soluri
Living room - contemporary open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room idea in Chicago with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace