The “Rustic Classic” is a 17,000 square foot custom home built for a special client, a famous musician who wanted a home befitting a rockstar. This Langley, B.C. home has every detail you would want on a custom build. For this home, every room was completed with the highest level of detail and craftsmanship; even though this residence was a huge undertaking, we didn’t take any shortcuts. From the marble counters to the tasteful use of stone walls, we selected each material carefully to create a luxurious, livable environment. The windows were sized and placed to allow for a bright interior, yet they also cultivate a sense of privacy and intimacy within the residence. Large doors and entryways, combined with high ceilings, create an abundance of space. A home this size is meant to be shared, and has many features intended for visitors, such as an expansive games room with a full-scale bar, a home theatre, and a kitchen shaped to accommodate entertaining. In any of our homes, we can create both spaces intended for company and those intended to be just for the homeowners - we understand that each client has their own needs and priorities. Our luxury builds combine tasteful elegance and attention to detail, and we are very proud of this remarkable home. Contact us if you would like to set up an appointment to build your next home! Whether you have an idea in mind or need inspiration, you’ll love the results.

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Genuine Western red cedar privacy fence built for pool security — horizontal boards on the front, classic side-by-side in the back. Steel posts deep-set for strength, stainless steel nails throughout, zero shortcuts. Built entirely by Mike Downs, no subs — 25 years of craftsmanship you can trust.

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The homeowners came to us looking to update the kitchen in their historic 1897 home. The home had gone through an extensive renovation several years earlier that added a master bedroom suite and updates to the front façade. The kitchen however was not part of that update and a prior 1990’s update had left much to be desired. The client is an avid cook, and it was just not very functional for the family. The original kitchen was very choppy and included a large eat in area that took up more than its fair share of the space. On the wish list was a place where the family could comfortably congregate, that was easy and to cook in, that feels lived in and in check with the rest of the home’s décor. They also wanted a space that was not cluttered and dark – a happy, light and airy room. A small powder room off the space also needed some attention so we set out to include that in the remodel as well. See that arch in the neighboring dining room? The homeowner really wanted to make the opening to the dining room an arch to match, so we incorporated that into the design. Another unfortunate eyesore was the state of the ceiling and soffits. Turns out it was just a series of shortcuts from the prior renovation, and we were surprised and delighted that we were easily able to flatten out almost the entire ceiling with a couple of little reworks. Other changes we made were to add new windows that were appropriate to the new design, which included moving the sink window over slightly to give the work zone more breathing room. We also adjusted the height of the windows in what was previously the eat-in area that were too low for a countertop to work. We tried to keep an old island in the plan since it was a well-loved vintage find, but the tradeoff for the function of the new island was not worth it in the end. We hope the old found a new home, perhaps as a potting table. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

A young couple built this home on a spectacular piece of land less than 20 years ago, but years of wind and weather revealed a number of shortcuts taken by the original builder. We added roof overhangs with soffit and rake trim, built new window pediments, upgraded to a spectacular front door, and installed new insulation -- all without disrupting any of the lovely interior spaces! This young colonial grew up and the family fell in love with their home all over again.

The new full range bluestone foyer was cut into the existing asphalt to give the front walk more presence. A bluestone stepper path can be seen against the house, which acts as a shortcut for the family. Westhauser Photography

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Basement Refresh & Moisture-Resistant Upgrade This basement was showing signs of failing paint and moisture wear, so we tackled it the right way — no shortcuts. ✔️ Scraped and removed failing paint ✔️ Thorough TSP wash for proper surface prep ✔️ Repainted masonry walls with Sherwin-Williams Loxon (designed for basement and masonry conditions) ✔️ Removed old utility sink and installed a new, clean utility sink The result is a brighter, cleaner, and more durable basement space built to hold up long term.

This Taylorsville home got a full window upgrade — custom-built products installed with care and precision. No shortcuts, no guesswork, just quality craftsmanship from start to finish. If your windows are drafty, outdated, or worn out, we can help you design something better.

This Elan Smart Home in New Jersey's NYC suburbs is full of surprises. A 7" touch panel at the main entry point with single touch shortcuts adjust the home's lighting, HVAC, media and surveillance systems. Read more at : http://www.seriousaudiovideo.com/portfolios/elan-smart-home-for-the-holidays/ Photos by JR

AFTER - New Paver patio provides sunny spot to gather and enjoy views the yard - garden area, waterfall/pond, covered porch. Seating wall holds lots of people and the evergreen clematis is quite fragrant when in bloom. The wall also helps make the lawn area much more level than the original sloped grade. A portable fire pit is often brought in to this area. this was taken in late spring/early summer following fall installation. There is a stone staircase shortcut to the Secret Garden behind the top of the waterfalls.

We fix Omaha bathrooms fast and right since 2001. Omaha families trust us after 2,500 completed projects with no shortcuts. Local crews know your homes because we live here too. BBB gives us an A+ rating, while Angi names us a Super Service Award winner. Google shows 4.9 stars from 1,200 real Omaha reviews. We serve Elkhorn to Bellevue with a quick response. Contact us for your Bathroom Remodeling Omaha and receive a free quote today.

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The homeowners came to us looking to update the kitchen in their historic 1897 home. The home had gone through an extensive renovation several years earlier that added a master bedroom suite and updates to the front façade. The kitchen however was not part of that update and a prior 1990’s update had left much to be desired. The client is an avid cook, and it was just not very functional for the family. The original kitchen was very choppy and included a large eat in area that took up more than its fair share of the space. On the wish list was a place where the family could comfortably congregate, that was easy and to cook in, that feels lived in and in check with the rest of the home’s décor. They also wanted a space that was not cluttered and dark – a happy, light and airy room. A small powder room off the space also needed some attention so we set out to include that in the remodel as well. See that arch in the neighboring dining room? The homeowner really wanted to make the opening to the dining room an arch to match, so we incorporated that into the design. Another unfortunate eyesore was the state of the ceiling and soffits. Turns out it was just a series of shortcuts from the prior renovation, and we were surprised and delighted that we were easily able to flatten out almost the entire ceiling with a couple of little reworks. Other changes we made were to add new windows that were appropriate to the new design, which included moving the sink window over slightly to give the work zone more breathing room. We also adjusted the height of the windows in what was previously the eat-in area that were too low for a countertop to work. We tried to keep an old island in the plan since it was a well-loved vintage find, but the tradeoff for the function of the new island was not worth it in the end. We hope the old found a new home, perhaps as a potting table. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Patrick & Topaze McCaffery - Taproot Garden Design & Fine Gardening "April 25, 2018 - New Ipe wood raised planter boxes were built on either side of the front door, giving the homeowners space to grow perennials for wildlife. A narrow walkway now exists between the driveway and the front door, giving the family a shortcut when time is of the essence."

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The beauty and comfort of vinyl tiles used with grout. Save the expense of heated tile floors when you can achieve it with this product. Our showroom give best options and never take the shortcut of using it without grout. Revival Arts Photography, Mainland Glass, TDH Electric

A new bluestone stepper path acts as a shortcut to the front door from the driveway. Westhauser Photography
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While Archadeck of Austin specializes in awesome patios and patio covers, these Hyde Park homeowners already had those elements in place. All they needed was the screening and the framing to attach it to. What you may not realize, however, is that our screened porches are better than most. We firmly believe that even simple projects are worth doing right. We bring our “A” game to every outdoor living structure we build, and we don’t take shortcuts.

The Outdoor Wood Trestle Table is built with world-class hand craftsmanship, from California’s best, reforested timber. Better yet, it’s fully customizable to ensure it fits in your space, and at your budget. Each piece of wood in our Natural Wood Outdoor Dining Table with benches is built double thick, and with no shortcuts or flimsy synthetic materials used in construction. The benches match the table perfectly, and can also be customized depending on your needs.