Wet Edge Prism Matrix Eclipse installed by Pearl Pool Plastering The pool is in full sunshine with no cloud. Courtesy of Kobs Pools http://kobspools.com/

Inspiration for a mid-sized partial sun front yard brick retaining wall landscape in New York.

Brian McCloud Photography
Inspiration for a rustic home design remodel in San Francisco

View from the pergola seating area
Photo of a huge southwestern partial sun hillside pond in Phoenix.

This ski-in, ski-out condo features a strong Arts and Crafts influence. The interiors feature reclaimed oak floors, mortise-and-tenon carpentry, stone, and custom period details.

gail bishop
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard formal garden in New York.

Photo of a mediterranean landscaping in San Luis Obispo.

This is an engineered, reclaimed, skip planed white oak specified exterior barn wood floor prefinished with Bona Naturale installed in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The flooring features beautiful warm brown tones from the original patina of the barn wood, and black tones from the skip-planing process making for a uniquely rustic wide plank floor. The combination of the natural patina which developed in the wood over time as well as the weathering that it was exposed over the years creates a very rustic look in this floor. Circle saw marks and natural character marks complete the look.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master alcove shower remodel with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets and gray walls

photo cred: Susan Teare
Example of a classic exterior home design in Burlington

Paul Steimer
Inspiration for a transitional landscaping in San Luis Obispo.

Industrial Patio Gate Pelon Saenz
Example of a mid-sized tuscan side yard stone patio design in Austin with a pergola

Pool - mediterranean pool idea in Los Angeles

Staircase - modern wooden floating light wood floor and open staircase idea in Los Angeles with white walls

Kitchen - contemporary porcelain tile and gray floor kitchen idea in Phoenix

Front Porch Stairs Before (wood)
Small arts and crafts porch photo in Raleigh

Fire pit area with corten panel
Minimalist patio photo in Philadelphia

Goals While their home provided them with enough square footage, the original layout caused for many rooms to be underutilized. The closed off kitchen and dining room were disconnected from the other common spaces of the home causing problems with circulation and limited sight-lines. A tucked-away powder room was also inaccessible from the entryway and main living spaces in the house. Our Design Solution We sought out to improve the functionality of this home by opening up walls, relocating rooms, and connecting the entryway to the mudroom. By moving the kitchen into the formerly over-sized family room, it was able to really become the heart of the home with access from all of the other rooms in the house. Meanwhile, the adjacent family room was made into a cozy, comfortable space with updated fireplace and new cathedral style ceiling with skylights. The powder room was relocated to be off of the entry, making it more accessible for guests. A transitional style with rustic accents was used throughout the remodel for a cohesive first floor design. White and black cabinets were complimented with brass hardware and custom wood features, including a hood top and accent wall over the fireplace. Between each room, walls were thickened and archway were put in place, providing the home with even more character.