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The Yountville Residence was designed to accommodate three family generations coming together over food, wine, outdoor living and the land. Located amongst continuous vineyards on the broad flood plain of the Napa River, creating a strong sense of place was foremost. Rich in a culture of wine making and production from the land, the site demanded a design solution that honored its history and elevated the experience of the land.
The house pays homage to its context by creating a reimagined agrarian compound. Conceived as a family of smaller buildings, the architecture comes together around a shaded patio and pool. The kitchen, dining, and living spaces all flow onto the shaded outdoor patio and gardens. Low-sloped gable roofs evoke the agricultural history of the region and echo the gentle slope of the foothills beyond.
The home remains understated – quietly drawing one’s attention back to the magnificent natural features of the landscape. Gently pulled back into the heart of the serene vineyards, it is carefully oriented with Stag’s Leap at the foot of the Vaca Mountains to the East and the Mayacamas Range to the West. Scenic views continue uninterrupted through the home. Large window walls slide open and pocket on either side of the house, connecting the family to the outdoors and building a personal experience of place on the Valley floor.
“If we can enrich people’s lives, and just maybe inspire them to do something beyond what they might otherwise have done, that brings us great satisfaction.” – Stan Field, fA Principal
The connection of the architecture to the land goes beyond its visual connectivity. The design sensitively responds to land and place by recognizing key passive cooling and natural daylighting strategies present on the site. Broad overhanging roofs and the large slide away doors capture prevailing breezes up the valley. The patio, which is pulled close into a recessed cut-out in the main living space of the house, allows summer breezes across the pool to cool the house. Expansive windows and a narrow cross-section allow natural daylight to penetrate deep into the spaces and illuminate the rich and earthy palette of natural materials.
The architecture created is a vehicle through which the powerful forms of the landscape craft a powerful experience of place. It is a respite from urban life, designed to bring one back to the basics: a love of family, land, food, and of course, wine.
Field Architecture
The Yountville Residence was designed to accommodate three family generations coming together over food, wine, outdoor living and the land. Located amongst continuous vineyards on the broad flood plain of the Napa River, creating a strong sense of place was foremost. Rich in a culture of wine making and production from the land, the site demanded a design solution that honored its history and elevated the experience of the land.
The house pays homage to its context by creating a reimagined agrarian compound. Conceived as a family of smaller buildings, the architecture comes together around a shaded patio and pool. The kitchen, dining, and living spaces all flow onto the shaded outdoor patio and gardens. Low-sloped gable roofs evoke the agricultural history of the region and echo the gentle slope of the foothills beyond.
The home remains understated – quietly drawing one’s attention back to the magnificent natural features of the landscape. Gently pulled back into the heart of the serene vineyards, it is carefully oriented with Stag’s Leap at the foot of the Vaca Mountains to the East and the Mayacamas Range to the West. Scenic views continue uninterrupted through the home. Large window walls slide open and pocket on either side of the house, connecting the family to the outdoors and building a personal experience of place on the Valley floor.
“If we can enrich people’s lives, and just maybe inspire them to do something beyond what they might otherwise have done, that brings us great satisfaction.” – Stan Field, fA Principal
The connection of the architecture to the land goes beyond its visual connectivity. The design sensitively responds to land and place by recognizing key passive cooling and natural daylighting strategies present on the site. Broad overhanging roofs and the large slide away doors capture prevailing breezes up the valley. The patio, which is pulled close into a recessed cut-out in the main living space of the house, allows summer breezes across the pool to cool the house. Expansive windows and a narrow cross-section allow natural daylight to penetrate deep into the spaces and illuminate the rich and earthy palette of natural materials.
The architecture created is a vehicle through which the powerful forms of the landscape craft a powerful experience of place. It is a respite from urban life, designed to bring one back to the basics: a love of family, land, food, and of course, wine.
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsWhen Cummings Architects first met with the owners of this understated country farmhouse, the building’s layout and design was an incoherent jumble. The original bones of the building were almost unrecognizable. All of the original windows, doors, flooring, and trims – even the country kitchen – had been removed. Mathew and his team began a thorough design discovery process to find the design solution that would enable them to breathe life back into the old farmhouse in a way that acknowledged the building’s venerable history while also providing for a modern living by a growing family.
The redesign included the addition of a new eat-in kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, wrap around porch, and stone fireplaces. To begin the transforming restoration, the team designed a generous, twenty-four square foot kitchen addition with custom, farmers-style cabinetry and timber framing. The team walked the homeowners through each detail the cabinetry layout, materials, and finishes. Salvaged materials were used and authentic craftsmanship lent a sense of place and history to the fabric of the space.
The new master suite included a cathedral ceiling showcasing beautifully worn salvaged timbers. The team continued with the farm theme, using sliding barn doors to separate the custom-designed master bath and closet. The new second-floor hallway features a bold, red floor while new transoms in each bedroom let in plenty of light. A summer stair, detailed and crafted with authentic details, was added for additional access and charm.
Finally, a welcoming farmer’s porch wraps around the side entry, connecting to the rear yard via a gracefully engineered grade. This large outdoor space provides seating for large groups of people to visit and dine next to the beautiful outdoor landscape and the new exterior stone fireplace.
Though it had temporarily lost its identity, with the help of the team at Cummings Architects, this lovely farmhouse has regained not only its former charm but also a new life through beautifully integrated modern features designed for today’s family.
Photo by Eric Roth
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Drury DesignThis update involved keeping the existing floorplan while using new materials to bring the space up to date.
Design objectives
-Modernize the space
-Use eye-catching tile
-Vanity with more storage
-Brighter finish on plumbing fixtures
Design challenges:
-Get more storage/functionality out of the same vanity space
-Tile selection – finding the right combination for the large the space
-Material selection – getting that wow-factor effect without being able to move walls or plumbing. This refresh was all about choosing materials with impact.
-Bringing in more light in a space somewhat defined by an existing vaulted ceiling.
Design solutions:
-Removed the old built-in tub look and replaced it with a sleek freestanding tub
-Continued the same tile from the shower walls behind the freestanding tub for a beautiful look on the back wall when you walk into the space
-Created a vanity with undermount sinks, all at one level to gain more countertop space
-Added floating shelves by the vanity – this added more options for decor and easy access to everyday items
-Large-format tile = less visible grout
Drury DesignThis update involved keeping the existing floorplan while using new materials to bring the space up to date.
Design objectives
-Modernize the space
-Use eye-catching tile
-Vanity with more storage
-Brighter finish on plumbing fixtures
Design challenges:
-Get more storage/functionality out of the same vanity space
-Tile selection – finding the right combination for the large the space
-Material selection – getting that wow-factor effect without being able to move walls or plumbing. This refresh was all about choosing materials with impact.
-Bringing in more light in a space somewhat defined by an existing vaulted ceiling.
Design solutions:
-Removed the old built-in tub look and replaced it with a sleek freestanding tub
-Continued the same tile from the shower walls behind the freestanding tub for a beautiful look on the back wall when you walk into the space
-Created a vanity with undermount sinks, all at one level to gain more countertop space
-Added floating shelves by the vanity – this added more options for decor and easy access to everyday items
-Large-format tile = less visible grout
Tefore LtdThis beautifully designed modern farmhouse kitchen in Redditch perfectly blends timeless character with contemporary functionality. Featuring a classic shaker door in the ever-popular Mussel finish, the space feels warm, inviting, and effortlessly elegant.
Carefully designed, supplied, and installed by our team, this kitchen showcases how thoughtful planning can transform a home. The soft neutral cabinetry is paired with stunning quartz worktops, creating a light and cohesive look while offering durability for everyday living. The matching upstands and surfaces flow seamlessly throughout the space, enhancing the clean and refined aesthetic.
Top-of-the-range appliances have been integrated throughout, ensuring the kitchen not only looks exceptional but performs to the highest standard. Every detail has been considered, from clever pull-out storage solutions that maximise space to practical layouts that make day-to-day use effortless.
To complement the kitchen, a matching boot room was designed in the same Mussel shaker style, creating continuity throughout the home. This additional space provides both practicality and style, offering smart storage for busy family life while maintaining the same high-end finish.
The result is a beautifully balanced kitchen that combines modern convenience with classic farmhouse charm perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.
Drury DesignThis update involved keeping the existing floorplan while using new materials to bring the space up to date.
Design objectives
-Modernize the space
-Use eye-catching tile
-Vanity with more storage
-Brighter finish on plumbing fixtures
Design challenges:
-Get more storage/functionality out of the same vanity space
-Tile selection – finding the right combination for the large the space
-Material selection – getting that wow-factor effect without being able to move walls or plumbing. This refresh was all about choosing materials with impact.
-Bringing in more light in a space somewhat defined by an existing vaulted ceiling.
Design solutions:
-Removed the old built-in tub look and replaced it with a sleek freestanding tub
-Continued the same tile from the shower walls behind the freestanding tub for a beautiful look on the back wall when you walk into the space
-Created a vanity with undermount sinks, all at one level to gain more countertop space
-Added floating shelves by the vanity – this added more options for decor and easy access to everyday items
-Large-format tile = less visible grout
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Unique Home Solutions Inc.Staging this condo was quite the experience. You walk up a narrow flight of stairs and you arrive on the first floor where there is a dining room, kitchen and a living room.
Next floor up is a mezzanine where we created an office which overlooked the living room and there was a powder room on the floor.
Up another flight of stairs and you arrive at the hallway which goes off to two bedrooms and a full bathroom as well as the laundry area.
Up one more flight of stairs and you are on the rooftop, overlooking Montreal.
We staged this entire gem because there were so many floors and we wanted to continue the cozy, inviting look throughout the condo.
If you are thinking about selling your property or would like a consultation, give us a call. We work with great realtors and would love to help you get your home ready for the market.
We have been staging for over 16 years and own all our furniture and accessories.
Call 514-222-5553 and ask for Joanne
Sosna IncThis renovation was all about turning frustration into function for a family of four who loved their neighborhood but felt boxed in by their outdated, choppy layout. The kitchen was tired, the rooms felt dark, and nothing quite worked the way they needed it to.
With a clear goal—bring in more light, open up the space, and create a kitchen worthy of a passionate home cook—they trusted our team to reimagine their home from the ground up. They even moved into a rental during construction to give us full access to do the work right (and on schedule).
What We Did:
Opened Up the Main Floor: By engineering the removal of major structural walls (and reinforcing from the basement up), we transformed the layout into one cohesive, flowing space.
Maximized Natural Light: A new family room window turned a once-dark corner into a bright, cozy gathering spot.
Created a Statement Kitchen: Featuring navy lowers, white uppers, and a quartz backsplash that continues seamlessly over a waterfall island—both bold and functional.
Upgraded Flooring & Storage: Wide-plank white oak flooring throughout, with custom millwork in the family room and mudroom for stylish, everyday storage solutions.
The Result?
A main floor that finally supports the way this family lives, entertains, and relaxes. It’s light-filled, beautifully functional, and—most importantly—it feels like home.
Building Designers Association of AustraliaThis Inner Suburban Cottage is located in Tighes Hill, Newcastle, formerly an industrial area but due to it's proximity to the city is now becoming popular with young families and professionals seeking the inner city lifestyle. The client brief was to replace a rundown two bedroom miners cottage with a modern home for a family of three children and two adults on a 320sqm corner block. The design solution delivered the main house containing open living, dining, kitchen, three bedrooms, main bathroom, laundry and double garage. The large parents retreat comprising of a combined spacious bedroom, lounge and sitting area, seperate kitchen and generous ensuite is located above the double garage, connects to the house via an internal stairway and features a separate entrance to enable the space to be utilised as self-contained guest lodging. The street front facade reflects the original miners cottage with weatherboards, front porch and skillion roof while beyond the street frontage, a stylish transition to finishes such as Colorbond Nail Strip cladding and timber paneling relfect the contemporary style of the young family. Passive solar design was incorporated with north-oriented living, dining, kitchen areas featuring polished concrete slab for thermal mass. Cross-ventilation has been incorporated into the design with strategic window placement throughout. The seamless transition from indoor living areas to covered outdoor entertaining area is achieved through the polished concrete slab continuing from indoors to outdoors, at one level and large sliding stacker doors with screens.
KCBR Design | RemodelDesigned for repeat clients, this Overland Park remodel focused on improving function, flow, and everyday livability across multiple spaces.
In the kitchen, the layout was refined to create a more open and efficient environment. An enlarged island now serves as a central hub for cooking, gathering, and daily use, while ceiling-height cabinetry maximizes storage and creates a clean, built-in aesthetic. New hardwood flooring ties the space together, adding warmth and continuity.
A key transformation involved reconfiguring the layout to better support storage needs. By relocating the laundry room door, a dedicated pantry was introduced, significantly improving organization and accessibility. The adjacent laundry room was also updated, along with the addition of custom cubbies to streamline daily routines.
For a bold contrast, the powder bath was reimagined as a moody, speakeasy-inspired space, bringing depth, character, and a memorable design moment to the home.
The result is a cohesive, thoughtfully redesigned interior that enhances how the family lives day to day, balancing function, storage, and distinctive style.
Sosna IncThis renovation was all about turning frustration into function for a family of four who loved their neighborhood but felt boxed in by their outdated, choppy layout. The kitchen was tired, the rooms felt dark, and nothing quite worked the way they needed it to.
With a clear goal—bring in more light, open up the space, and create a kitchen worthy of a passionate home cook—they trusted our team to reimagine their home from the ground up. They even moved into a rental during construction to give us full access to do the work right (and on schedule).
What We Did:
Opened Up the Main Floor: By engineering the removal of major structural walls (and reinforcing from the basement up), we transformed the layout into one cohesive, flowing space.
Maximized Natural Light: A new family room window turned a once-dark corner into a bright, cozy gathering spot.
Created a Statement Kitchen: Featuring navy lowers, white uppers, and a quartz backsplash that continues seamlessly over a waterfall island—both bold and functional.
Upgraded Flooring & Storage: Wide-plank white oak flooring throughout, with custom millwork in the family room and mudroom for stylish, everyday storage solutions.
The Result?
A main floor that finally supports the way this family lives, entertains, and relaxes. It’s light-filled, beautifully functional, and—most importantly—it feels like home.
Room RedefinedA place for everything... and everything in its place. The chef owner of this kitchen worked with us to make sure that it would look clean and tidy when not in use. When in use- everything is in easy reach.
Room Redefined is a full-service home organization and design consultation firm. We offer move management to help with all stages of move prep to post-move set-up. In this case, once we moved the homeowners into their beautiful custom home, we worked intimately with them to understand how they needed each space to function, and to customize solutions that met their goals. As a part of our process, we helped with sorting and purging of items they did not want in their new home, selling, donating, or recycling the removed items. We then engaged in space planning, product selection and product purchasing. We handled all installation of the products we recommended, and continue to work with this family today to help maintain their space as they go through transitions as a family. We have been honored to work with additional members of their family and now their mountain home in Frisco, Colorado.
The CabinationThis modern kitchen remodel blends crisp white upper cabinetry with warm natural oak base cabinets to create a balanced and inviting space.
The design pairs clean-lined shaker doors with brushed brass hardware, introducing warmth without overwhelming the minimalist aesthetic. A full-height quartz backsplash extends behind the cooktop, enhancing visual continuity while providing a durable and easy-to-maintain surface.
Floating wood shelves add architectural interest and open storage, softening the transition between cabinetry and wall space. Under-cabinet lighting highlights the quartz veining and reinforces layered illumination throughout the kitchen.
Designed with ready-to-assemble (RTA) cabinetry, this project demonstrates how thoughtfully engineered cabinet construction can achieve a refined, modern look while supporting efficient installation and consistent build quality.
The layout maximizes functionality through deep drawers, corner storage solutions, and practical work zones—creating a kitchen that is both visually calm and highly efficient for everyday use.
Cabinetry designed and supplied by The Cabination.
Sosna IncThis renovation was all about turning frustration into function for a family of four who loved their neighborhood but felt boxed in by their outdated, choppy layout. The kitchen was tired, the rooms felt dark, and nothing quite worked the way they needed it to.
With a clear goal—bring in more light, open up the space, and create a kitchen worthy of a passionate home cook—they trusted our team to reimagine their home from the ground up. They even moved into a rental during construction to give us full access to do the work right (and on schedule).
What We Did:
Opened Up the Main Floor: By engineering the removal of major structural walls (and reinforcing from the basement up), we transformed the layout into one cohesive, flowing space.
Maximized Natural Light: A new family room window turned a once-dark corner into a bright, cozy gathering spot.
Created a Statement Kitchen: Featuring navy lowers, white uppers, and a quartz backsplash that continues seamlessly over a waterfall island—both bold and functional.
Upgraded Flooring & Storage: Wide-plank white oak flooring throughout, with custom millwork in the family room and mudroom for stylish, everyday storage solutions.
The Result?
A main floor that finally supports the way this family lives, entertains, and relaxes. It’s light-filled, beautifully functional, and—most importantly—it feels like home.
Sosna IncThis renovation was all about turning frustration into function for a family of four who loved their neighborhood but felt boxed in by their outdated, choppy layout. The kitchen was tired, the rooms felt dark, and nothing quite worked the way they needed it to.
With a clear goal—bring in more light, open up the space, and create a kitchen worthy of a passionate home cook—they trusted our team to reimagine their home from the ground up. They even moved into a rental during construction to give us full access to do the work right (and on schedule).
What We Did:
Opened Up the Main Floor: By engineering the removal of major structural walls (and reinforcing from the basement up), we transformed the layout into one cohesive, flowing space.
Maximized Natural Light: A new family room window turned a once-dark corner into a bright, cozy gathering spot.
Created a Statement Kitchen: Featuring navy lowers, white uppers, and a quartz backsplash that continues seamlessly over a waterfall island—both bold and functional.
Upgraded Flooring & Storage: Wide-plank white oak flooring throughout, with custom millwork in the family room and mudroom for stylish, everyday storage solutions.
The Result?
A main floor that finally supports the way this family lives, entertains, and relaxes. It’s light-filled, beautifully functional, and—most importantly—it feels like home.
Sosna IncThis renovation was all about turning frustration into function for a family of four who loved their neighborhood but felt boxed in by their outdated, choppy layout. The kitchen was tired, the rooms felt dark, and nothing quite worked the way they needed it to.
With a clear goal—bring in more light, open up the space, and create a kitchen worthy of a passionate home cook—they trusted our team to reimagine their home from the ground up. They even moved into a rental during construction to give us full access to do the work right (and on schedule).
What We Did:
Opened Up the Main Floor: By engineering the removal of major structural walls (and reinforcing from the basement up), we transformed the layout into one cohesive, flowing space.
Maximized Natural Light: A new family room window turned a once-dark corner into a bright, cozy gathering spot.
Created a Statement Kitchen: Featuring navy lowers, white uppers, and a quartz backsplash that continues seamlessly over a waterfall island—both bold and functional.
Upgraded Flooring & Storage: Wide-plank white oak flooring throughout, with custom millwork in the family room and mudroom for stylish, everyday storage solutions.
The Result?
A main floor that finally supports the way this family lives, entertains, and relaxes. It’s light-filled, beautifully functional, and—most importantly—it feels like home.
The CabinationThis modern kitchen remodel blends crisp white upper cabinetry with warm natural oak base cabinets to create a balanced and inviting space.
The design pairs clean-lined shaker doors with brushed brass hardware, introducing warmth without overwhelming the minimalist aesthetic. A full-height quartz backsplash extends behind the cooktop, enhancing visual continuity while providing a durable and easy-to-maintain surface.
Floating wood shelves add architectural interest and open storage, softening the transition between cabinetry and wall space. Under-cabinet lighting highlights the quartz veining and reinforces layered illumination throughout the kitchen.
Designed with ready-to-assemble (RTA) cabinetry, this project demonstrates how thoughtfully engineered cabinet construction can achieve a refined, modern look while supporting efficient installation and consistent build quality.
The layout maximizes functionality through deep drawers, corner storage solutions, and practical work zones—creating a kitchen that is both visually calm and highly efficient for everyday use.
Cabinetry designed and supplied by The Cabination.
Building Designers Association of AustraliaThis Inner Suburban Cottage is located in Tighes Hill, Newcastle, formerly an industrial area but due to it's proximity to the city is now becoming popular with young families and professionals seeking the inner city lifestyle. The client brief was to replace a rundown two bedroom miners cottage with a modern home for a family of three children and two adults on a 320sqm corner block. The design solution delivered the main house containing open living, dining, kitchen, three bedrooms, main bathroom, laundry and double garage. The large parents retreat comprising of a combined spacious bedroom, lounge and sitting area, seperate kitchen and generous ensuite is located above the double garage, connects to the house via an internal stairway and features a separate entrance to enable the space to be utilised as self-contained guest lodging. The street front facade reflects the original miners cottage with weatherboards, front porch and skillion roof while beyond the street frontage, a stylish transition to finishes such as Colorbond Nail Strip cladding and timber paneling relfect the contemporary style of the young family. Passive solar design was incorporated with north-oriented living, dining, kitchen areas featuring polished concrete slab for thermal mass. Cross-ventilation has been incorporated into the design with strategic window placement throughout. The seamless transition from indoor living areas to covered outdoor entertaining area is achieved through the polished concrete slab continuing from indoors to outdoors, at one level and large sliding stacker doors with screens.
Building Designers Association of AustraliaThis Inner Suburban Cottage is located in Tighes Hill, Newcastle, formerly an industrial area but due to it's proximity to the city is now becoming popular with young families and professionals seeking the inner city lifestyle. The client brief was to replace a rundown two bedroom miners cottage with a modern home for a family of three children and two adults on a 320sqm corner block. The design solution delivered the main house containing open living, dining, kitchen, three bedrooms, main bathroom, laundry and double garage. The large parents retreat comprising of a combined spacious bedroom, lounge and sitting area, seperate kitchen and generous ensuite is located above the double garage, connects to the house via an internal stairway and features a separate entrance to enable the space to be utilised as self-contained guest lodging. The street front facade reflects the original miners cottage with weatherboards, front porch and skillion roof while beyond the street frontage, a stylish transition to finishes such as Colorbond Nail Strip cladding and timber paneling relfect the contemporary style of the young family. Passive solar design was incorporated with north-oriented living, dining, kitchen areas featuring polished concrete slab for thermal mass. Cross-ventilation has been incorporated into the design with strategic window placement throughout. The seamless transition from indoor living areas to covered outdoor entertaining area is achieved through the polished concrete slab continuing from indoors to outdoors, at one level and large sliding stacker doors with screens.
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