Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces. We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem. Extensive alterations include: - a completely redesigned floor plan to promote a more intuitive flow throughout - vaulted the ceilings over the great room to create an amazing entrance and feeling of inspired openness - redesigned entry and driveway to be more inviting and welcoming as well as to experientially set the mid-century modern stage - the removal of a visually disruptive load bearing central wall and chimney system that formerly partitioned the homes’ entry, dining, kitchen and living rooms from each other - added clerestory windows above the new kitchen to accentuate the new vaulted ceiling line and create a greater visual continuation of indoor to outdoor space - drastically increased the access to natural light by increasing window sizes and opening up the floor plan - placed natural wood elements throughout to provide a calming palette and cohesive Pacific Northwest feel - incorporated Universal Design principles to make the home Aging In Place ready with wide hallways and accessible spaces, including single-floor living if needed - moved and completely redesigned the stairway to work for the home’s occupants and be a part of the cohesive design aesthetic - mixed custom tile layouts with more traditional tiling to create fun and playful visual experiences - custom designed and sourced MCM specific elements such as the entry screen, cabinetry and lighting - development of the downstairs for potential future use by an assisted living caretaker - energy efficiency upgrades seamlessly woven in with much improved insulation, ductless mini splits and solar gain

This Master Bathroom had a lot of angles and dated materials and lacked storage. The drawers under the vanity allow for maximum storage, the clean lines are a welcome change and the steam shower is large enough for two. Photos by Matt Kocourek

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In a wooded area of Lafayette, a mid-century home was re-imagined for a graphic designer and kindergarten teacher couple and their three children. A major new design feature is a high ceiling great room that wraps from the front to the back yard, turning a corner at the kitchen and ending at the family room fireplace. This room was designed with a high flat roof to work in conjunction with existing roof forms to create a unified whole, and raise interior ceiling heights from eight to over ten feet. All new lighting and large floor to ceiling Fleetwood aluminum windows expand views of the trees beyond. The existing home was enlarged by 700 square feet with a small exterior addition enlarging the kitchen over an existing deck, and a larger amount by excavating out crawlspace at the garage level to create a new home office with full bath, and separate laundry utility room. The remodeled residence became 3,847 square feet in total area including the garage. Exterior curb appeal was improved with all new Fleetwood windows, stained wood siding and stucco. New steel railing and concrete steps lead up to the front entry. Front and rear yard new landscape design by Huettl Landscape Architecture dramatically alters the site. New planting was added at the front yard with landscape lighting and modern concrete pavers and the rear yard has multiple decks for family gatherings with the focal point a concrete conversation circle with central fire feature. Everything revolves around the corner kitchen, large windows to the backyard, quartz countertops and cabinetry in painted and walnut finishes. The homeowners enjoyed the process of selecting Heath Tile for the kitchen backsplash and white oval tiles at the family room fireplace. Black brick tiles by Fireclay were used on the living room hearth. The kitchen flows into the family room all with views to the beautifully landscaped yards. The primary suite has a built-in window seat with large windows overlooking the garden, walnut cabinetry in a skylit walk-in closet, and a large dramatic skylight bouncing light into the shower. The kid’s bath also has a skylight slot with light angling downward over double sinks. More colorful tile shows up in these spaces, as does a geometric patterned tile in the downstairs office bath shower. The large yard is taken full advantage of with concrete paved walkways, stairs and firepit circle. New retaining walls in the rear yard helped to add more level usable outdoor space, with wood slats to visually blend them into the overall design. The end result is a beautiful transformation of a mid-century home, that both captures the client’s personalities and elevates the house into the modern age.

Example of a mid-sized mountain style 3/4 double-sink corner shower design in Denver with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink, white countertops and quartz countertops

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Inspiration for a large contemporary master dark wood floor and gray floor bedroom remodel in DC Metro with gray walls and no fireplace

A live edge table by Urban Hardwoods is complemented by luxurious dining chairs and a beautiful modern organic chandelier by John Pomp. The host chairs feature a pattern which echoes the pattern of the rug in the living room. Photo credit: David Duncan Livingston

Lagoon-side property in the Bel Marin Keys, Novato, CA. Entertaining and enjoying the views were a primary design goal for this project along with replacing the lawn with CA native and low water plants and a total renovation. The project includes a large camaru deck with built-in seating. The concrete steps and pavers lead down to the water's edge. I included a sunken patio on one side and a beautiful Buddha statue on the other, surrounded by succulents and other low-water, contemporary plantings. I also used Dymondia ground cover to create a natural pathways within the garden. Photo: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design. Design Eileen Kelly

Inspiration for a large transitional galley light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen remodel in Kansas City with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, quartz backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and multicolored countertops

Rikki Snyder

Sited on 35- acres, this rustic cabin was laid out to accommodate the client’s wish for a simple home comprised of 3 connected building forms. The primary form, which includes the entertainment, kitchen, and dining room areas, is built from beetle kill pine harvested on site. The other two forms are sited to take full advantage of spectacular views while providing separation of living and garage spaces. LEED Silver certified.

Custom made walnut desk, Palacek chairs, rug from Jaipur Living, and grasscloth wallpaper from Phillip Jeffries. Ceiling fixture by Schoolhouse Electric.

A high end a/v system with gaming capabilities right next to a games room and bar.....entertainment heaven. Stunning metal clad fireplace and vintage wood elements make this basement warm, cozy and very cool.

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Eat-in kitchen - large contemporary u-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen idea in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Retractable patio doors lead to an amazing transitional/rustic covered porch. Wood stained ceiling and a chandelier fit for the finest dining room anywhere add a totally polished element to this space. Stone pavers & stone wood burning fireplace make this a very impressive outdoor living space.

Kibo Group of Missoula provided architectural services. Shannon Callaghan Interior Design of Missoula provided extensive consultative services during the project. The exposed beams, and log accents makes this bathroom the perfect place to soak the day away. Hamilton, MT

Photo cred: Chipper Hatter
Inspiration for a large coastal master gray tile and porcelain tile light wood floor freestanding bathtub remodel in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, wood countertops, a two-piece toilet and beige countertops