Example of a mid-sized minimalist galley concrete floor and gray floor open concept kitchen design in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

New stair to new ground level art studio, with wide opening to bring in more light. 3-story back addition to 1-story house on sloped lot. Master suite at top level, with sweeping views and balcony. Family room at main level, connected to an elevated courtyard. Art studio at ground level, with views and doors to yard. Open stairwell brings additional light down to art studio.

All of the vanities in this house were designed to look like furniture with an open toe kick area, custom made with tapered legs for support. This detail not only looks beautiful, but gives a shadow line under the cabinet, breaking up all of the white.

This 35' × 44' single-slip timber frame boathouse on Clearwater Bay (Lake of the Woods, Ontario) showcases the sleek, modern capabilities of heavy timber architecture. Designed in-house by Cornerstone Timberframes and completed in 2021, the White Pine structure features a minimalist 1/12 pitch single-slope roof and clean, linear drop-cut rafter profiles that create sharp, refined shadow lines. Engineered for a demanding waterfront environment, the timber columns are anchored to a steel I-beam dock substructure using concealed 3/8-inch steel knife blade connectors embedded directly into the concrete deck. Integrated lighting above the main beams illuminates the geometry of the frame at night, transforming this functional dock shelter into a striking, contemporary lakeside landmark.

CertainTeed MainStreet vinyl siding in Autumn Yellow along with CertainTeed Cedar Impressions 1/2 round shingles in Colonial White bring durable beauty to this home. With realistic wood textures, shadow lines and a beautiful collection of fade-resistant colors, you can give your home classic curb appeal without the maintenance! This farmer’s porch was finished using Timbertech AZEK Harvest Collection decking in Kona and a Timbertech rail system in White. AZEK decking captures the look of natural wood without having to worry about resealing, splinters, and rot! Made to also handle different weather conditions this composite decking will not fade or split when under pressure. It is the perfect place to read a book, visit with guests, or enjoy a morning cup of coffee! With a gorgeous collection of colors and realistic wood textures, there is something to suit everyone’s style. We also installed Harvey Classic Double Hung Replacement Windows in the color, White. Our most popular selling window for good reason Harvey Classic Windows has a timeless look that will never go out of style. They are customized to order so homeowners can get their dream perfect windows! Lastly, we installed two Therma-Tru doors in the color, Mahogany. Made out of fiberglass Therma-Tru doors require less maintenance, stay painted longer, and regulate your home’s temperature. These doors come in a variety of styles and colors so you can really make your home stand out!

This 2,000 square foot modern residential home is designed to optimize living space for a family of four within the modest confines of inner suburban Calgary. Deploying a structural beam and post framed design, this home creates the feeling of space through an open-plan layout and high vaulted ceilings. Large windows on both floors accentuate the open, spacious feeling. The extensive use of standing seam metal cladding in Steelscape’s Slate Gray adds texture and distinct shadow lines while contributing to the modern aesthetic. This versatile color enables the unique integration between roof and siding surfaces. The muted hue also complements and accentuates the use of natural stained wood leading to a cohesive, memorable design.

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Home office - traditional home office idea in New York with blue walls

This Wyoming home feature's Montana Timber Products prefinished ranchwood™ Eastern square edge lap wood siding and ranchwood™ Yellowstone reverse board and batten siding. - As the sun moves across the horizon, light beautifully contrasts with the vertical installation of ranchwood Yellowstone with the lower installation of ranchwood™ Eastern, blending seamlessly into the gorgeous Wyoming landscape. - Montana Timber Products' flagship product, ranchwood™, is a reclaimed barnwood alternative milled from new, kiln dried, chemical free, rough stock wood. Put through a colorizing and texturizing process, ranchwood™ is an aesthetically pleasing authentic reclaimed barn wood, rustic wood siding. ranchwood™ offers uncompromising rustic wood beauty typically less expensive than antique reclaimed barnwood. - Contrasting square edge lap profile with the reverse board batten profile extenuates the rich color of ranchwood™ Eastern, providing depth to the the siding with a 3-dimensional exposure. - Montana Timber Products is a custom millwork shop as shown with this application of a vertically installed shiplap milled with a 1/4" reveal. This reveal creates nice shadow lines and a multi-dimensional aesthetic to the finish of this siding. Wire Brushed and Circle Sawn are Montana Timber Products typical texturizing options. Circle Sawn texture seen on Montana Timber Products natural wood siding is created by large circular saw blades used in more traditional milling practices. Added physical and aesthetic depth to the wood grain is available as the Wire Brushed option. Greater surface area is added during the texturizing process, allowing Seal-Once, 100% NO VOC waterfproofer to more effectively penetrate the wood. Seal-Once is guaranteed for ten years from water ingress and is safe for exterior and interior use, pets and children. - The Yellowstone color is the lighter color, vertically installed on the top levels. Yellowstone’s lighter tones of gray — representing weathering through long windswept days — are perhaps one of the most treasured colors utilized from the feel of the old barn pallet. - Montana Timber Products does not use degenerative chemicals like some companies do to achieve texture and color. Environmentally responsible, Montana Timber Products produces wood siding, interior accents, flooring, reclaimed wood, beams, barn wood alternatives with environmentally friendly manufacturing techniques.

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This walk in closet looks simple, but is demanding in its' return on space. We used a white melamine with thermofoil fronts. We added crown molding and left a shadow line because there were different ceiling heights and clearances that we needed to be sure not to interfere with. There are baskets behind the mirrored doors and they are hinged to function as a three-way mirror. We measured hanging needs as well as how much space we needed for folded items. We also incorporated the clients preferences for baskets, jewelry storage, a safe, and easily changing from winter to summer wardrobe all within one closet space.

Built in 1910 for the Israelite House of David religious society in Benton Harbor, Mich., Shiloh House had fallen into disrepair over the years. From Oct 2011 - Feb 2013, crews replaced the roof and installed 200 squares of #CertainTeed Carriage House shingles in Stonegate #Gray, a historically appropriate look for the Queen Anne-style mansion. Carriage House is a heavyweight asphalt composite shingle with scalloped edges and beautiful shadow lines that provide unparalleled depth.

Custom library with floor to ceiling fully adjustable shelving, raised panel cabinetry, french doors, egg and dart molding with shadow line for up lighting, gas fireplace with stone surround. Photo by; Jason Jasienowski

This L-shaped kitchen with an angled island looks unfitted because of the shadow line beneath the soffit. Stacked cabinetry allows the homeowner to display a beloved collection in the top glass-fronted cabinets. The warm maple cabinets are Ultracraft's Avon door in Golden stain.

HAMPTON SHAKES 7.5” accent your home with a rustic charm. Engineered Wood shake panels have the appearance and rustic charm of classic cedar shakes along with intricate shadow lines that enhance the appearance of any residence.

Mastic Carvedwood 44 vinyl siding in the color, Tuscan Olive, delivers maintenance free beauty on this well-kept New Bedford, MA ranch! With realistic wood grain texture and shadow lines, Carvedwood 44 is manufactured to replicate the look and feel of natural cedar clapboard siding. Mastic vinyl siding is engineered to last with crack, fade and wind resistance up to 200mph! This professional grade vinyl siding comes in a fantastic selection of colors and textures from classic to bold to contemporary. Not sure which colors would look best? Check out Mastic’s Home Exterior Visualizer – where you can mix and match siding, trim, and roof colors to see which combinations you like best! We also installed our best-selling Harvey Classic double hung replacement windows throughout their home. These attractive, energy efficient windows feature easy, finger-tip operation and tilt in for easy cleaning. Harvey Classics come in a variety of colors, grid patterns, and hardware finishes. Explore the possibilities! We love the custom color of these Harvey windows on a historic home in New Bedford, MA. Manufactured right here in the New England, every window is customized to your specifications. For 40 years our family has been honored to serve thousands of homeowners from Cape Cod, Southeastern Massachusetts, and Eastern Rhode Island. With outstanding product warranties and professional grade product warranties – we are happy to say that past customers are our number one source of business. When the time comes to replace your roof, siding, windows, deck, or front porch – give us a call at (508) 997-1111 to schedule an appointment for a free quote!

The Appleton blends beauty with energy efficiency, and open spaces with innovative design. The house features amazing views from every bedroom, modern Miele appliances, Fantini fixtures and state of the art automation. A radiant heating and cooling system replaces traditional heating, providing efficient energy usage and superior thermal comfort. The outside of the home features a floating fiber cement rainscreen facade which serves the dual purpose of creating natural shadow lines while allowing the building envelope to stay dry and cool.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall light wood floor and orange floor open concept kitchen remodel in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

This casual, beach feel is brought to the backyard. The openness of the 3 double french doors invites guests to enjoy the outdoors under the comfort of the shade provided by the covered porch. White curtains on the sides of the porch can be drawn closed for privacy but add a warm softness to the multiple seating areas when open. The siding is crisp, white, and horizontal. The soft gray composite decking of the porch floor with the crisp white columns, white siding, white trim, wood ceiling, and ornamental grasses add to the coastal feel. The black fans, black wall sconces, black door handles, black string lights, and black pendant light are contemporary accents against the white house. The siding is not lapped siding. Instead the outer surface of the siding is straight up and down without an angle. This simple profile along with the clean shadow line give the home a modern feel - thus updating it from the traditional coastal shingle style.