The Elliott Bay House is located on an urban site facing Puget Sound in Washington State. The architectural massing of the house has been wrapped around a south-facing, courtyard dominated by a large reflecting pool with two “floating” basalt boulders. The main living space has sweeping westerly views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. The east side of the living space is the courtyard with reflecting pool, providing a sense of intimacy and quiet in contrast to the dramatic views on the west side. Similar to other FINNE projects, a strong sense of “crafted modernism” is present in the house. A water jet-cut steel fence and gate leads to the house entry. Stainless steel stands elevate the basalt boulders in the pool so they hover slightly above the water’s surface. Roof drainage from the living space drops onto the basalt boulder in a 10-ft. waterfall. Exterior siding is custom stained red cedar with two different patterns and colors. The striking steel and wood stairs have water jet-cut steel railings with a pattern based on hand-drawn ink brush strokes. The beech interior cabinets have a custom topographic milled pattern called “imaginary landscape.” Freeform steel lighting bars in the ceiling tie together the kitchen and dining spaces. The house is highly energy efficient and sustainable. All roof drainage is directed to the reflecting pool for collection. The house is insulated 30% higher than code. Radiant heating is used throughout; generous glass areas provide natural lighting and ventilation; large overhangs are used for sun and snow protection; interior wood is FSC certified. The house has been pre-wired for photovoltaic roof panels, and an electric vehicle charging station has been installed in the garage.

The Artisanal Collection combines pared down traditional elements with natural dry finishes for a fresh, casual sophistication. Inspirations were drawn from vintage pieces of British Campaign furniture and royal French style. Distinctive Knotty Elm veneers are enhanced with generous contrasting bands of darker wood. The earthy finishes easily combine brown and gray hues that evoke the natural look raw or aged wood. Surfaces are wire-brushed for an invitingly textural feel. Each finish is accented with Antiqued Bronze hardware. Includes one 20" leaf to extend to 74". Seats up to 8 comfortably.

ZeroEnergy Design (ZED) created this modern home for a progressive family in the desirable community of Lexington. Thoughtful Land Connection. The residence is carefully sited on the infill lot so as to create privacy from the road and neighbors, while cultivating a side yard that captures the southern sun. The terraced grade rises to meet the house, allowing for it to maintain a structured connection with the ground while also sitting above the high water table. The elevated outdoor living space maintains a strong connection with the indoor living space, while the stepped edge ties it back to the true ground plane. Siting and outdoor connections were completed by ZED in collaboration with landscape designer Soren Deniord Design Studio. Exterior Finishes and Solar. The exterior finish materials include a palette of shiplapped wood siding, through-colored fiber cement panels and stucco. A rooftop parapet hides the solar panels above, while a gutter and site drainage system directs rainwater into an irrigation cistern and dry wells that recharge the groundwater. Cooking, Dining, Living. Inside, the kitchen, fabricated by Henrybuilt, is located between the indoor and outdoor dining areas. The expansive south-facing sliding door opens to seamlessly connect the spaces, using a retractable awning to provide shade during the summer while still admitting the warming winter sun. The indoor living space continues from the dining areas across to the sunken living area, with a view that returns again to the outside through the corner wall of glass. Accessible Guest Suite. The design of the first level guest suite provides for both aging in place and guests who regularly visit for extended stays. The patio off the north side of the house affords guests their own private outdoor space, and privacy from the neighbor. Similarly, the second level master suite opens to an outdoor private roof deck. Light and Access. The wide open interior stair with a glass panel rail leads from the top level down to the well insulated basement. The design of the basement, used as an away/play space, addresses the need for both natural light and easy access. In addition to the open stairwell, light is admitted to the north side of the area with a high performance, Passive House (PHI) certified skylight, covering a six by sixteen foot area. On the south side, a unique roof hatch set flush with the deck opens to reveal a glass door at the base of the stairwell which provides additional light and access from the deck above down to the play space. Energy. Energy consumption is reduced by the high performance building envelope, high efficiency mechanical systems, and then offset with renewable energy. All windows and doors are made of high performance triple paned glass with thermally broken aluminum frames. The exterior wall assembly employs dense pack cellulose in the stud cavity, a continuous air barrier, and four inches exterior rigid foam insulation. The 10kW rooftop solar electric system provides clean energy production. The final air leakage testing yielded 0.6 ACH 50 - an extremely air tight house, a testament to the well-designed details, progress testing and quality construction. When compared to a new house built to code requirements, this home consumes only 19% of the energy. Architecture & Energy Consulting: ZeroEnergy Design Landscape Design: Soren Deniord Design Paintings: Bernd Haussmann Studio Photos: Eric Roth Photography

AWARD WINNING | International Green Good Design Award OVERVIEW | This home was designed as a primary residence for a family of five in a coastal a New Jersey town. On a tight infill lot within a traditional neighborhood, the home maximizes opportunities for light and space, consumes very little energy, incorporates multiple resiliency strategies, and offers a clean, green, modern interior. ARCHITECTURE & MECHANICAL DESIGN | ZeroEnergy Design CONSTRUCTION | C. Alexander Building PHOTOS | Eric Roth Photography

SaA was hired to design a state-of-the-art 2,100 sq ft recording studio and performance space. We negotiated the purchase and disassembly of a rural barn in upstate New York. The lumber was then graded and coded in Texas and shipped to our site for a modern-day barn-raising, deep within a Redwood grove. The studio is a part of a larger design for a family retreat, including five new or renovated buildings on this wooded 80-acre site. Photo by Bruce Damonte

Dress up your patio or backyard with the Alexandria outdoor bistro set. The circular table brings style and convenience for your outdoor needs. Constructed out of brown wicker, the table has a double sided top that opens from both sides to reveal the storage unit, perfect for storing blankets, pool toys or garden tools. The brown chairs are made out of durable PE wicker and are weather and UV resistant. Place this set in your backyard patio, garden or pool deck. Features: Constructed from all-weather multi-brown PE wicker material Contemporary style will add elegance to your backyard or patio Storage unit allows you to store outdoor items such as pool toys, blankets or garden tools Easy to assemble (tools and instructions included) Neutral colors to match any outdoor decor Dimensions: Table: 32.75" D x 32.75" W x 24.50" H Chairs: 24" D x 24.25" W x 35.25" H Great Deal Furniture

The solution therefore was to create a unique, custom look using IKD Semihandmade’s Agave Supermatte Shaker doors on IKEA’s SEKTION cabinetry framework.Specifically, the custom cabinetry is featured above the custom shelving and the LG washer/dryer combo— ideal for detergent and other cleaning supplies.The custom shelving allows space for display items or other soaps as well, while adding a sense of warmth to the space and is complemented nicely by the quartz countertops (which their contractor sourced from a local colleague). The shaker cabinetry was also continued on the left side of the washer/dryer combo, providing additional storage and the soft, light blue hue is complemented by the white Mustee sink and the Kingston Brass French Country Faucet. That said,the biggest obstacle to completing the laundry room was the available size, Alexandra says. She explains: “It’s a very small space so we had to be very strategic about layout and design. Logistically, the countertop above the washer was the biggest challenge as it needed to be able to lift up in case the washer ever needed to be serviced.” Another issue was that since the laundry room is on the second floor, it was code that it sits in a custom pan. “The pan made it impossible to simply pull the machine out from underneath the countertop so our contractor installed a hinge on the back on the countertop,” she says. “It all ended up working perfectly!” she says.

A bathroom design that is modern, clean, and allows in the natural light to make it feel bright and welcoming.
Freestanding bathtub - mid-sized traditional master white tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile and gray floor freestanding bathtub idea with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, beige walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops and a hinged shower door

Cory Residence Decidedly Scandinavian influence, and minimalist details make this sleek kitchen shine. When the owners purchased this property, it was dramatically different from the new layout. All very closed off – with only small openings between each room, making the space feel dark and small. Walls were removed, and the kitchen was moved from the original dining location to create a better a relationship from room to room. This enabled a large wrap around peninsula that transitions into a bar with wine cooler and use as a dining server. Ample seating for casual eating flanks the living room side of the peninsula, with simple post details. The overall result has dramatically improved the look and function of the space which can accommodate several helpers at one time. The Warm grey cabinetry and walnut accented hood and floating shelves a moody, masculine palate and adds feeling of warmth to the space, while the white upper cabinets provide the needed lightness to balance it all off. Blending the combination of shaker styled upper cabinetry provides just enough detail to the design. The thermofoil dark grey slab door base cabinetry adds the right touch of modern, and ensures ease of clean up of base cabinetry for a busy household. The hexagonal tile backsplash carried up to the ceiling draws the eye upward giving the illusion of more height in the space, and adds texture and added warmth. Accessories such as the spice pull out cabinetry which flank each side of the range providing easy access storage for need at hand items.

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Eclectic living room photo in New York

Cory Residence Decidedly Scandinavian influence, and minimalist details make this sleek kitchen shine. When the owners purchased this property, it was dramatically different from the new layout. All very closed off – with only small openings between each room, making the space feel dark and small. Walls were removed, and the kitchen was moved from the original dining location to create a better a relationship from room to room. This enabled a large wrap around peninsula that transitions into a bar with wine cooler and use as a dining server. Ample seating for casual eating flanks the living room side of the peninsula, with simple post details. The overall result has dramatically improved the look and function of the space which can accommodate several helpers at one time. The Warm grey cabinetry and walnut accented hood and floating shelves a moody, masculine palate and adds feeling of warmth to the space, while the white upper cabinets provide the needed lightness to balance it all off. Blending the combination of shaker styled upper cabinetry provides just enough detail to the design. The thermofoil dark grey slab door base cabinetry adds the right touch of modern, and ensures ease of clean up of base cabinetry for a busy household. The hexagonal tile backsplash carried up to the ceiling draws the eye upward giving the illusion of more height in the space, and adds texture and added warmth. Accessories such as the spice pull out cabinetry which flank each side of the range providing easy access storage for need at hand items.

This Furlong, PA in ground pool was designed to fit perfectly in this backyard. The pool deck was extended so that sun bathing chairs could be facing out into the open views of the land. The natural wooded area of the back of the property was softened by various rows of colorful plantings. An aluminum fence surrounds the pool following code. A small pocket of grasses and river jack stone add beauty to the pool side.

Special Order 8-16 Weeks Free shipping and assembly within New York City. Enter Coupon code 'NYC' on checkout. Made in Italy by Tonin Casa Celine Italian End Table by Tonin Casa. This ultra modern side table by Tonin Casa features metal structure available in matt white or black lacquered color. The wooden top has a bit more options to choose from. It can be ordered in solid oak, either natural or chestnut finished, as well as in a black or white matt lacquered MDF. The Celine End Table is available in two heights: 21.7" and 25.6". The starting price is for the End Table H21.7" with the Matt Black MDF Top. Dimensions: End Table: W17.7" x D17.3" x H21.7" or H25.6"

Transitional dining room.
Example of a large transitional dark wood floor enclosed dining room design in Toronto with gray walls

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Inspiration for a contemporary family room remodel in San Francisco

Siri Blanchette/Blind Dog Photo Associates The dining area in this coastal home features the clients' buffet and Ikea table and chairs. We recovered slip seats in a Schumacher herringbone linen. The rug is cut and bound from Fabrica and gives the feel of jute or sisal. On the table is a burlap runner with driftwood found on a local beach. The candles on the table are beeswax starfish and sea urchins from Seapoint Candles. The sconces are Hudson Valley and the mirror is from Homegoods.

This Furlong, PA in ground pool was designed to fit perfectly in this backyard. The pool deck was extended so that sun bathing chairs could be facing out into the open views of the land. The natural wooded area of the back of the property was softened by various rows of colorful plantings. An aluminum fence surrounds the pool following code. A small pocket of grasses and river jack stone add beauty to the pool side.

Enjoy the outdoors with the Clarks chiminea. Constructed with fiberglass reinforced cement, this chimney is elegantly designed with a natural stone and decorative frame finish. The Iron double doors are fixed on both sides for easy accessibility, and the iron shields offer ample protection to enjoy chats fireside with your guests. Adding this piece will bring warmth to your backyard or patio area, for those summer or winter nights. Features: Constructed with fiberglass reinforced cement for durability Features protective iron double door shields Easy to assemble (tools and instructions included) Contemporary style will add warmth and elegance to your backyard or patio Easy to assemble (tools and instructions included) Ideal for entertaining guests outdoors Product Specifications Manufactured By Great Deal Furniture Sold By Great Deal Furniture Width 33.75" Depth 17.75" Height 51.25" Category Firepits Great Deal Furniture

Contemporary Snaidero CODE kitchen with a mid century modern vibe. The light front cabinets (in Feather Grey melamine), combined with the chrome hardware and the light grey Caesarstone cemento countertops on both wall sides of the kitchen, are contrasted by darker grey island (Beton Oak melamine) and black Doomos Dekton countertop on the island. Museum wood flooring and the very modern style light fixture above the long island, complete the look. Stainless steel Mieel range and hood paneled appliances and open shelving to store dishes, other kitchenware and art are a perfect combination. White subway tile for backsplash and while museum grade wall painting.