Rebecca Lindenmeyr
Design ideas for a traditional full sun backyard concrete paver formal garden in Burlington.

Andrew Rugge/archphoto
Enclosed dining room - mid-sized transitional dark wood floor enclosed dining room idea in New York with gray walls and no fireplace

A rare find in Bloomfield Township is new construction. This gem of a custom home not only featured a modern, open floorplan with great flow, it also had an 1,800 sq. ft. unfinished basement. When the homeowners of this beautiful house approached MainStreet Design Build, they understood the value of renovating the accessible, non-livable space—and recognized its unlimited potential. Their vision for their 1,800 sq. ft. finished basement included a lighter, brighter teen entertainment area—a space large enough for pool, ping pong, shuffle board and darts. It was also important to create an area for food and drink that did not look or feel like a bar. Although the basement was completely unfinished, it presented design challenges due to the angled location of the stairwell and existing plumbing. After 4 months of construction, MainStreet Design Build delivered—in spades! Details of this project include a beautiful modern fireplace wall with Peau de Beton concrete paneled tile surround and an oversized limestone mantel and hearth. Clearly a statement piece, this wall also features a Boulevard 60-inch Contemporary Vent-Free Linear Fireplace with reflective glass liner and crushed glass. Opposite the fireplace wall, is a beautiful custom room divider with bar stool seating that separates the living room space from the gaming area. Effectively blending this room in an open floorplan, MainStreet Design Build used Country Oak Wood Plank Vinyl flooring and painted the walls in a Benjamin Moore eggshell finish. The Kitchenette was designed using Dynasty semi-custom cabinetry, specifically a Renner door style with a Battleship Opaque finish; Top Knobs hardware in a brushed satin nickel finish; and beautiful Caesarstone Symphony Grey Quartz countertops. Tastefully coordinated with the rest of the décor is a modern Filament Chandelier in a bronze finish from Restoration Hardware, hung perfectly above the kitchenette table. A new ½ bath was tucked near the stairwell and designed using the same custom cabinetry and countertops as the kitchenette. It was finished in bold blue/gray paint and topped with Symphony Gray Caesarstone. Beautiful 3×12” Elemental Ice glass subway tile and stainless steel wall shelves adorn the back wall creating the illusion of light. Chrome Shades of Light Double Bullet glass wall sconces project from the wall to shed light on the mirror. Kate Benjamin Photography

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Cottage light wood floor kitchen photo in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, gray countertops and shaker cabinets

Inspiration for a craftsman family room remodel in Providence

Chad Mellon Photographer
Living room - large modern open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room idea in Orange County with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Example of a small danish single-wall kitchen design with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, black appliances, a drop-in sink, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and beige countertops

General Contractor: Hagstrom Builders | Photos: Corey Gaffer Photography
Example of a transitional open concept dark wood floor living room design in Minneapolis with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a stone fireplace

Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2014 Houzz
Inspiration for a shabby-chic style bathroom remodel in Seattle with a console sink and blue walls

Inspiration for a contemporary home design remodel in San Francisco

Room Addition & Full Home Remodel
Bathroom - transitional bathroom idea in San Francisco

Twist Tours
Alcove bathtub - large traditional kids' gray tile, white tile and porcelain tile brown floor and ceramic tile alcove bathtub idea in Austin with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, a one-piece toilet, granite countertops and white countertops

Liam Frederick
Kitchen - large modern galley concrete floor kitchen idea in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and white walls

The trellised terrace opens up to a quieter view of a magnificent existing redwood grove. A bluestone footbridge crosses a bioswale filled with clusters of ornamental grasses and perennials. In the distance, an existing below-grade greenhouse, renovated as part of the project program. Photography by Marion Brenner

Photography by Ron Blunt Architectural Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed cork floor living room remodel in DC Metro with blue walls and a standard fireplace

Example of a bedroom and mid-sized classic girl dark wood floor and brown floor kids' bedroom design in Dallas with gray walls

Example of an eclectic medium tone wood floor foyer design in Los Angeles with white walls

Rather than starting with an outcome in mind, this 1,400 square foot residence began from a polemic place - exploring shared conviction regarding the concentrated power of living with a smaller footprint. From the gabled silhouette to passive ventilation, the home captures the nostalgia for the past with the sustainable practices of the future. While the exterior materials contrast a calm, minimal palette with the sleek lines of the gabled silhouette, the interior spaces embody a playful, artistic spirit. From the hand painted De Gournay wallpaper in the master bath to the rugged texture of the over-grouted limestone and Portuguese cobblestones, the home is an experience that encapsulates the unexpected and the timeless.

When our client wanted the design of their master bath to honor their Japanese heritage and emulate a Japanese bathing experience, they turned to us. They had very specific needs and ideas they needed help with — including blending Japanese design elements with their traditional Northwest-style home. The shining jewel of the project? An Ofuro soaking tub where the homeowners could relax, contemplate and meditate. To learn more about this project visit our website: https://www.neilkelly.com/blog/project_profile/japanese-inspired-spa/ To learn more about Neil Kelly Design Builder, Byron Kellar: https://www.neilkelly.com/designers/byron_kellar/