Transitional backyard deck photo with a fire pit, decking and no cover

The Simply Home Decorating Design Studio is located in the beautiful community of Deep Cove in North Vancouver, British Columbia. I like to be at home when my daughter gets home from school each day so having an office that is close to home is of the utmost importance to me. When the opportunity came along to design and build an extension to our home and add a new legal suite that would become SHD headquarters, I was thrilled! I worked with architect Matthew Hansen, also based in North Vancouver, to come up with a design that was completely integrated with the existing house. His design was all that I had dreamed of and more. Our home was transformed from a modest 1950's side split with a converted carport/garage to what looks like a brand new home with a two car garage and a legal bachelor apartment suite. When it came to the interior, there was no question that I would spare no expense in making my new office exactly what I had always dreamed. I also had to keep in mind that one day, when I retire or my business outgrows the space, we may want to use it as rental apartment or in-law suite so the design had to be carefully crafted to suit both of these purposes. The result is a fabulous creative space full of light that houses my successful design business and I couldn't be happier "working from home."

Joanne Bechhoff, UDCP Family room / man cave / playroom...a true multipurpose space. Great for entertaining.
Example of a mid-sized transitional enclosed carpeted family room design in New York with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Brian Scott
Mid-sized beige split-level stone exterior home photo

ESTO Photography
Large modern brown three-story wood flat roof idea in New York

The kitchen in this 1960's split level whole house remodel is completely modernized with all new cabinetry, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, honed granite, and unique light fixtures.

The Simply Home Decorating Design Studio is located in the beautiful community of Deep Cove in North Vancouver, British Columbia. I like to be at home when my daughter gets home from school each day so having an office that is close to home is of the utmost importance to me. When the opportunity came along to design and build an extension to our home and add a new legal suite that would become SHD headquarters, I was thrilled! I worked with architect Matthew Hansen, also based in North Vancouver, to come up with a design that was completely integrated with the existing house. His design was all that I had dreamed of and more. Our home was transformed from a modest 1950's side split with a converted carport/garage to what looks like a brand new home with a two car garage and a legal bachelor apartment suite. When it came to the interior, there was no question that I would spare no expense in making my new office exactly what I had always dreamed. I also had to keep in mind that one day, when I retire or my business outgrows the space, we may want to use it as rental apartment or in-law suite so the design had to be carefully crafted to suit both of these purposes. The result is a fabulous creative space full of light that houses my successful design business and I couldn't be happier "working from home."

Joanne Bechhoff, UDCP Family room / man cave / playroom...a true multipurpose space. Great for entertaining.
Example of a mid-sized transitional enclosed carpeted family room design in New York with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Joanne Bechhoff, UDCP Family room / man cave / playroom...a true multipurpose space. Great for entertaining.
Family room - mid-sized transitional enclosed carpeted family room idea in New York with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

View of house, highlighting the new upper level reverse sloped "butterfly" roof, angled to maximize skylighting into the house.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern split-level wood exterior home remodel in New York with a hip roof

Built by Capital Builders Design by Contour Interior Design
Inspiration for a modern white split-level mixed siding flat roof remodel in Houston

The kitchen in this 1960's split level whole house remodel is completely modernized with all new cabinetry, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, honed granite, and unique light fixtures.

Patsy McEnroe
Mid-sized mid-century modern beige split-level concrete fiberboard exterior home photo in Chicago with a shed roof

Photography by Doug Gorsline, Ash Creek Photo
Example of a large trendy gray split-level flat roof design in Portland

The Simply Home Decorating Design Studio is located in the beautiful community of Deep Cove in North Vancouver, British Columbia. I like to be at home when my daughter gets home from school each day so having an office that is close to home is of the utmost importance to me. When the opportunity came along to design and build an extension to our home and add a new legal suite that would become SHD headquarters, I was thrilled! I worked with architect Matthew Hansen, also based in North Vancouver, to come up with a design that was completely integrated with the existing house. His design was all that I had dreamed of and more. Our home was transformed from a modest 1950's side split with a converted carport/garage to what looks like a brand new home with a two car garage and a legal bachelor apartment suite. When it came to the interior, there was no question that I would spare no expense in making my new office exactly what I had always dreamed. I also had to keep in mind that one day, when I retire or my business outgrows the space, we may want to use it as rental apartment or in-law suite so the design had to be carefully crafted to suit both of these purposes. The result is a fabulous creative space full of light that houses my successful design business and I couldn't be happier "working from home."

renovated modern open concept kitchen with dark wood walnut cabinetry. quartz man made counter tops. stainless steel appliainces. professional series appliances. modern island pendants. swivel leather modern barstools. slate floor and backsplash.

Arlington Heights, IL 60004 Split Level Style Home Exterior Remodel in Vinyl Siding Mastic Quest Classic Creame.
Example of a mid-sized classic yellow split-level vinyl house exterior design in Chicago with a shingle roof

Inspiration for a modern staircase remodel in Edmonton

In this picture, you get a strong feel for the house’s split level design, and how the gutters work together on the different levels of the roof. It really emphasizes the crisp clean lines of the new gutter and downspout installation. This closer view also gives you a better look at how the color blends well with the home’s exterior scheme. The background shows dark clouds. Perhaps rain is on its way. What a great initiation for a brand new gutter installation!