Reviving Unique Reclaimed Hardwood Floors in Homer Glen, Illinois. We’re excited to share the successful completion of a stunning project: the refinishing of reclaimed hardwood floors and stairs by Tom & Peter Flooring, Inc. This transformation was showcased by Lägler North America. Using a custom color Bona stain combined with the Bona HD Traffic finish, we’ve created a breathtaking result. The surface still bears the original saw marks and patina, showcasing a captivating blend of textures—from the rustic, dark tones of the original wood to the smooth, bright grains that emerge after refinishing. This grade of wood is not only durable but also rich in character, adding an unparalleled charm to any space. Another thrilled customer joins our list! Our flooring services include a no-obligation site visit, prompt quotations, and expert advice—all at no cost to you. Ready to breathe new life into your floors? Call us at (773) 805-2288 to speak with Tom, who can arrange a free assessment for your floor sanding or wood floor fitting service at a time that works for you. Let us help you revitalize your space!

The Breakers Palm Beach is a historic, Renaissance Revival style luxury hotel with 534 rooms. The current structure, is the third version of The Breakers, as the previous hotel buildings on the site burnt down two times. The actual hotel became the primary resort in Palm Beach, hosting many famous guests throughout the years and today it offers also The Flagler Club: a more intimate, exceptionally customized stay as an ultra-exclusive boutique hotel of 21 rooms and suites following a complete transformation by renowned Tihany Design in collaboration with us and Misuraemme for the closets scope. Those areas are the inarguably their most luxurious and exclusive offering and we projected 21 closets, mixed between free-standing closets with London leather doors and open walk in closet. The linear closet is an important character of the design scope, with also the presence of a freestanding dresser and a glossy lacuqered boiserie with recessed mirror, that gives to the space a touch of luxury. The remaining rooms have a walk in closet system with dresser and a safe compartment included, also in that case, the space is made brighter and luxurious thanks to the LED and the choice of the finishes.

Cummings Architects transformed this beautiful oceanfront property on Eastern Point. A bland home with flat facade from the eighties was torn down to the studs to build this elegant shingle-style home with swooping gables and intricate window details. The main living spaces and bedrooms all have sprawling ocean views. Custom trim work and paneling adorns every room of the house, so that every little detail adds up to to create a timeless and elegant home. Eric Roth

This project was a beautiful collaboration between J.Montgomery Landscape Architects and the Architect remodeling the house and cabana structure. The original 1928 Art Deco home underwent its own transformation, while we designed the landscape to perfectly match. The clients wanted a style reminiscent of a Country Club experience, with an expansive pool, outdoor kitchen with a shade structure, and a custom play area for the kids. Bluestone paving really shines in this setting, offsetting the classic Sonoma-style architecture and framing the contemporary gas fire pit with its blue accents. Landscape lighting enhances the site by night for evening gatherings or a late-night swim. In front, a bluestone entrance leads out to paver driveway and styled front gate. Plantings throughout are Water Efficiency Landscape certified, accenting the front hardscape and back terraces with beautiful low-water color.

This wet room in Doncaster had become so mouldy and dirty the owners didn’t know what to do with it. The Limestone and Marble Mosaics on the floor and the Ceramic wall tile and Grout throughout the bathroom had become so badly affected with mould, nothing they could buy from could resolve it. Following my site visit I was confident the room could be cleaned up (in-fact I have seen worse), I explained what we could do to restore and revamp the wet room and they were happy to go ahead with my quote. First, I opened windows to maximise ventilation and then working top down I set about tackling the Ceramic wall tile and grout by spraying on a strong dilution of Tile Doctor Pro-Clean. Spraying on the solution mixes it with air making it lighter and easier to stick to the wall where it can soak in and get to work breaking down the mould. After about fifteen minutes it was scrubbed into the tile and specifically the grout joints where it was needed most. This action releases grime and other contamination from the grout. The room needed a series of different treatments due to the different tiles and areas of mould, so I followed that up with Tile Doctor Duo Clean. This is a bleach-based cleaner which is brilliant at tackling mould and getting the grout back to its original colour. The Ceramic tile in this bathroom has a textured surface which traps dirt so to get them clean I also used Tile Doctor Oxy-Gel. Being a Gel is easily sticks to the vertical surface allowing for longer dwell times which allows the product to dissolve the dirt and make it easier to remove. With the walls looking much clear for my efforts I turned my attention to the Mosaic floor tiles. For these I went straight in with a cocktail combination of Tile Doctor Pro-Clean and Duo Clean cleaners which I knew from cleaning the wall tiles would have the right impact. I was also able to use a buffing machine fitted with a poly brush attachment and running at medium speed to do most of the scrubbing. The grout lines were green with mould, and I was able to get this process to return the Mosaics and grout lines back to their original state. The slurry was removed with a wet vacuum and rinsed thoroughly with water. It took many hours and repeated scrubbing to get the room looking like it should. I was then able to finally leave for the day and allow the wet room to dry out overnight. I returned the following morning and started by removing all the old silicone from the corners of the room, much of it had become stained and difficult to get clean so replacement was the best option. The waste was removed and replaced with a new bead of mould resistant silicone colour matched to suit the tiles. The Mosaics has fully dried by this point, so I was then able to apply a sealer to floor to seal in the Marble and Limestone floor Mosaics and grout. I used a couple of coats of Tile Doctor Colour Grow for this, it’s a breathable impregnating sealer that’s suitable for wet rooms. For the wall tile and grout, I used an aerosol sealer which will help protect the walls from getting mouldy and dirty again. Once I had finished, I educated the owners on how to keep up the cleaning of the room supplying them with a complimentary bottle of Tile Doctor Aqua-Pro shower tile Cleaner. This is much better than any supermarket cleaner as it is pH neutral and will ensure that the newly applied sealant will not be prematurely affected. Hopefully, this will ensure it never gets quite so bad in the future however improved ventilation is the real key to solving that problem. They were very satisfied with the work we carried out and as you can see from the photographs on this page, the wet room has been transformed. Matthew Lovett South Yorkshire Tile Doctor

Ann Lowengart Interiors took a dated Lafayette Tuscan-inspired villa and transformed it into a timeless Californian ranch. The 5,045 Sq. Ft gated estate sited on 2.8-acres boasts panoramic views of Mt. Diablo, Briones Regional Park, and surrounding hills. Ann Lowengart dressed the modern interiors in a cool color palette punctuated by moody blues and Hermès orange that are casually elegant for a family with tween children and several animals. Unique to the residence is an indigo-walled library complete with a hidden bar for the adults to imbibe in.

This 1992 Dalgliesh Gilpin Paxton home is nestled on a mountainside with breathtaking views. In 2020, the new owners brought DGP on board to modernize and reimagine their primary living spaces. A family room addition and new fireplace provide an inviting gathering space adjacent to a freshly updated kitchen. Across the view side, new steel windows and doors with expansive glass openings frame the stunning vistas. In concert with the steel, an updated palette of stone flooring, modern mantels, textured wallcoverings, and new furnishings enliven the existing living room, dining room, and entry. In the landscape, new stone site walls visually ground the house on the hillside, while a pergola connector and additional garage frame a new parking courtyard. An existing log cabin on the property was also transformed with updated windows, exterior paint, new interior cabinetry, and furnishings.

Completed a stunning full home remodel in a modern farmhouse style, inspired by our Clients, designers and our project manager. From design to build, we transformed the space into a beautifully functional home with high-end finishes and thoughtful details.

The Breakers Palm Beach is a historic, Renaissance Revival style luxury hotel with 534 rooms. The current structure, is the third version of The Breakers, as the previous hotel buildings on the site burnt down two times. The actual hotel became the primary resort in Palm Beach, hosting many famous guests throughout the years and today it offers also The Flagler Club: a more intimate, exceptionally customized stay as an ultra-exclusive boutique hotel of 21 rooms and suites following a complete transformation by renowned Tihany Design in collaboration with us and Misuraemme for the closets scope. Those areas are the inarguably their most luxurious and exclusive offering and we projected 21 closets, mixed between free-standing closets with London leather doors and open walk in closet. The linear closet is an important character of the design scope, with also the presence of a freestanding dresser and a glossy lacuqered boiserie with recessed mirror, that gives to the space a touch of luxury. The remaining rooms have a walk in closet system with dresser and a safe compartment included, also in that case, the space is made brighter and luxurious thanks to the LED and the choice of the finishes.

Sunday, April 12, 3:00-5:00pm Register Online: https://tclf.org/event/garden-dialogues-dallas-fort-worth-2015 The Dallas Urban Reserve by Kevin Sloan, ASLA, M.Arch of Kevin Sloan Studio, with Robert Meckfessel, FAIA, DSGN Associates Photos courtesy of Kevin Sloan Studio Internationally recognized as an “innovative green project,” the award-winning Urban Reserve transformed a 10-acre site that had been an illegal landfill for more than 50 years into an exquisite Modernist community. In 2004, Urban Edge Developers in Dallas purchased the tract to construct a sustainable community, engaging landscape architect Kevin Sloan Studio and architects including Tod Williams and Billie Tsien. The refined aesthetics and careful grooming are equaled by environmentally sensitive details: the main street is a continuous biofilter; storm water is conveyed into rain gardens, separated by parking; cypress and reed plants filter water to sedimentation ponds for low-velocity drip irrigation. Concrete fragments and steel beams left over from its previous use as a landfill have been repurposed as “bricolage” for pavements and terraces. As part of the Dialogue, attendees will visit the landscapes of several private residences.

This 1967 home has been transformed. LANTERN HOUSE is located at the edge of the forest, the edge of urbanity, where the glass and metal clad entry and stair volumes glow like lanterns in the night. The sloping, trapezoidal site posed challenges, resulting in a very unique geometry with a courtyard, a bridge, and a new stair tower link old to new. A new porch and foyer create a gradual entry sequence into the existing main house. A new roof form provides vaulted ceilings in an open plan concept. The primary living spaces are connected to private outdoor spaces for entertaining and everyday living, and the main addition contains a private master retreat with secluded access from the stair tower. The connection with nature is ever present throughout the house with intentionally placed glazing framing views to the surrounding trees.

This landscape took on new life with a complete transformation into a French-country style retreat. On this smaller site, an existing pool was removed and the new one situated so as to maximize space. Sheer descent fountains add an elegant touch, and a hidden pool cover protects without detracting from the aesthetic. We created an upper terrace for dining, with staircases that flow out into the lower level, to a central fountain and a path that leads to a garden room with fire pit, terracotta accents, and dwarf olive trees. The sense of calm and enclosure is enhanced by tall hedges and custom screening arbors, and plantings of roses and lavender add to the Provençal charm.

Whole-Home Interior Repaint — West Hartford & Farmington Valley Warm, light-filled rooms deserve paint that flatters them in every season. For this full interior refresh, our crew prepped and repainted the kitchen, dining room, bedrooms, hallways, foyer, stair balusters/railings, ceilings, and detailed millwork/wainscoting. The result is a calm, timeless palette with crisp trim lines and a durable, scrub-friendly finish—perfect for busy New England homes. Scope & Highlights Careful protection of floors, stone, and furnishings; dust-controlled sanding and surface repairs Precision cut-in on complex crown, panel moldings, and curved walls Smooth, furniture-grade trim and door finishes; uniform ceilings with flawless sheen Kitchen and adjacent living areas repainted for a cohesive, open-plan look Color story features soft neutrals and clean whites that amplify natural light Products We Love for Results Like This Benjamin Moore Aura & Regal Select for superior coverage, color richness, and washability Sheens selected by room use (matte/flat for ceilings & formal spaces; eggshell/satin for high-traffic areas) Optional upgrade: Advance for cabinet/trim enamel hardness Perfect For Whole-home repaints before move-in Refreshing dated color schemes without a full remodel Pairing new rugs, lighting, or wallpaper with a clean, modern paint envelope Adding a statement ceiling or upgraded millwork finish Service Area (CT) West Hartford, Avon, Farmington, Simsbury, Canton, Bloomfield, Glastonbury, South Windsor, Granby, and the greater Farmington Valley. Thinking about kitchen cabinets? We also refinish and paint cabinets with durable, enamel-hard finishes that resist fingerprints and daily wear—ask us to include a cabinet option with your estimate. Ready to transform your interiors? Message us here on Houzz or call (860) 243-9910 to schedule a fast, on-site consultation.

This project was a beautiful collaboration between J.Montgomery Landscape Architects and the Architect remodeling the house and cabana structure. The original 1928 Art Deco home underwent its own transformation, while we designed the landscape to perfectly match. The clients wanted a style reminiscent of a Country Club experience, with an expansive pool, outdoor kitchen with a shade structure, and a custom play area for the kids. Bluestone paving really shines in this setting, offsetting the classic Sonoma-style architecture and framing the contemporary gas fire pit with its blue accents. Landscape lighting enhances the site by night for evening gatherings or a late-night swim. In front, a bluestone entrance leads out to paver driveway and styled front gate. Plantings throughout are Water Efficiency Landscape certified, accenting the front hardscape and back terraces with beautiful low-water color.

The owners loved the location and views from their original 2 bedroom, 1 bath home perched over looking the beautiful ocean shoreline. The problem was the size, layout and overall look of the house did not work for their growing family. The challenge was to take the existing multi-level, disjointed house and turn it into a larger, comfortably-elegant family home all within the existing foot print. The existing loft-style home was completely gutted and transformed into a four bedroom, 4.5 bath home. Every room in the house boasts fantastic views of the ocean. High on the Owners' list was a stronger street presence. Vistors never could find the front door! The front of the house was given a complete face-lift, leaving no question where to enter the new home. The Owners also wanted to create usable outdoor space, which on the steep site, was tricky. Instead of taking the material from demolished east side of the house (which was rebuilt) and hauling it off to the landfill, it was used to create a new raised patio off the lower level. The scale and overall proportions of the house are what the owners love. Each room is comfortable while still having a sense of grace and detail…the perfect mix for this family.

This 1967 home has been transformed. LANTERN HOUSE is located at the edge of the forest, the edge of urbanity, where the glass and metal clad entry and stair volumes glow like lanterns in the night. The sloping, trapezoidal site posed challenges, resulting in a very unique geometry with a courtyard, a bridge, and a new stair tower link old to new. A new porch and foyer create a gradual entry sequence into the existing main house. A new roof form provides vaulted ceilings in an open plan concept. The primary living spaces are connected to private outdoor spaces for entertaining and everyday living, and the main addition contains a private master retreat with secluded access from the stair tower. The connection with nature is ever present throughout the house with intentionally placed glazing framing views to the surrounding trees.

Looking to build a garage addition in the Frederick area? Talon Construction is here to help! We are thrilled to showcase our recently completed garage addition and remodel in Middletown, MD. At Talon Construction, we specialize in seamless design-build projects that look like they’ve always been part of your home. Whether you need extra space for vehicles, a new workshop, or a dedicated hobby area, our team manages the entire process—from initial permits to the final coat of paint. Why choose Talon Construction for your addition? • Design-Build Experts: We handle both the design and the build, ensuring your vision is executed perfectly while staying on budget. • Award-Winning Quality: Voted Frederick’s Best for 13 consecutive years! • Professionalism: We treat your home like our own, maintaining a clean and respectful job site every single day. • Local Experience: With over 25 years serving Frederick and Montgomery Counties, we know the local styles and building codes inside and out. Ready to start your own home transformation? Visit our website to see more of our Home Addition Portfolio or give us a call to discuss your project!

Project: Residential interior refurbishment Site: Kensington, London
 Designer: Deik (www.deik.co.uk) Photographer: Anna Stathaki Floral/prop stylish: Simone Bell We have also recently completed a commercial design project for Café Kitsuné in Pantechnicon (a Nordic-Japanese inspired shop, restaurant and café). Simplicity and understated luxury The property is a Grade II listed building in the Queen’s Gate Conservation area. It has been carefully refurbished to make the most out of its existing period features, with all structural elements and mechanical works untouched and preserved. The client asked for modest, understated modern luxury, and wanted to keep some of the family antique furniture. The flat has been transformed with the use of neutral, clean and simple elements that blend subtly with the architecture of the shell. Classic furniture and modern details complement and enhance one another. The focus in this project is on craftsmanship, handiwork and the use of traditional, natural, timeless materials. A mix of solid oak, stucco plaster, marble and bronze emphasize the building’s heritage. The raw stucco walls provide a simple, earthy warmth, referencing artisanal plasterwork. With its muted tones and rough-hewn simplicity, stucco is the perfect backdrop for the timeless furniture and interiors. Feature wall lights have been carefully placed to bring out the surface of the stucco, creating a dramatic feel throughout the living room and corridor. The bathroom and shower room employ subtle, minimal details, with elegant grey marble tiles and pale oak joinery creating warm, calming tones and a relaxed atmosphere.

Just last year, in order to give visitors the best shopping and entertainment experience, the official Westfield Valencia Town Center in California announced a $100-million investment to add features, including a new Costco, luxury cinema and fitness center, dramatically transforming the site of one of the mall’s original anchor stores，and planed to be completed by mid- to late-2020. We are honored to have the opportunity to be a custom furniture supplier in the food court area of ​​this project. We received enquiries from the client in the US in early April 2019. After learning and discussing the details of the project, our team took the project seriously and offered a quote to our client. Since this is the first cooperation with the client, we are very grateful for their support and trust! We are happy to know that the owner is satisfied with the five furniture models. Although we spend a lot of time confirming all the shop drawings and materials, we still maintain a good relationship and hope to do our utmost to deliver the custom made furniture to meet the expectations of our client. After countless details and materials confirmed, we finally made all the furniture on time and shipped them to the United States in September. When we receive many beautiful photos from our customers, everything is worth it. Nothing is more exciting than satisfying customers!