Alison & Eric have been my clients for almost 5 years. We began working together , shortly after they purchased their home. About a year later, when Alison was pregnant with their first child they reached out to me to design the nursery & transform the garage into an office/ lounge. Later we did a total makeover in their living room, and recently I completed the nursery for their newest addition the the family. For me, as a designer with a great passion for the home, I absolutely love to be able to build long term relationships with the people I work with. Seeing my clients grow and transform and being there to ensure that their spaces, the backdrop of their lives, continue to nourish & inspire them. Photography by Roberto Garcia

The garden space faces south so gets morning sun then mostly in the shade. In the summer especially it is lovely to sit here have breakfast and later in the day under the large Sugar Maple a cool spot to relax and grill. I am asked all the time are there any shade plants to use! as you can see the garden is constantly changing from spring bulbs and spring flowers to summer and fall color. The gravel terrace provides a simple and affordable surface and very European.

Janine Dowling Design, Inc. www.janinedowling.com Michael J. Lee Photography
Bedroom - mid-sized transitional master carpeted and beige floor bedroom idea in Boston with gray walls

This wood-burning oven in Brenham, TX features an exposed stucco dome, local stone and brick with built-in storage and a work counter. D. Eberhardt & J Chambers

Kitchen, bathroom and partial renovation of a residence. Design intent was to create a design complimentary to the existing mid century house while introducing hints and love of Japanese lifestyle. Photographed by: Bo Sundius

Clever storage on the side of this eat-in kitchen island. Photography by Michael J. Lee
Farmhouse kitchen photo in Boston

Design By Lily + Luxe Design Co Photography By Chris Luker
Enclosed dining room - transitional light wood floor enclosed dining room idea in Raleigh with gray walls

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Small trendy l-shaped ceramic tile enclosed kitchen photo in Ottawa with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Cabinetry: Aristokraft, Eastalnd Maple door with an Antique White Finish. Hardware: Carpe Diem Hardware. Countertop: Cambria Quartz, Fairbourne. Backsplash: 3x6 Subway Tile in Crema Marfil and Harlequin Mosaic decorative inlay with a pencil border. Floor: 12x24 Arone Polished, Beige porcelain tile.

The garden space faces south so gets morning sun then mostly in the shade. In the summer especially it is lovely to sit here have breakfast and later in the day under the large Sugar Maple a cool spot to relax and grill. I am asked all the time are there any shade plants to use! as you can see the garden is constantly changing from spring bulbs and spring flowers to summer and fall color. The gravel terrace provides a simple and affordable surface and very European.

Addition and remodel by J.S. Brown & Co. Photos by J.E. Evans.
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized traditional light wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Columbus with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and recessed-panel cabinets

Eat-in kitchen - large craftsman dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Main house: Hallway. Client had the chest of drawers and lamp. Problem: The hallway was lined with large rectangular portraits of the clients' children, so I knew this spot needed a mirror for variety and to reflect some light in a dark hallway. I wanted an oval or non-linear mirror shape to break up the angles of the chest and portrait frames, but the husband insisted on something antique, and I was not able to find any oval mirrors the right size. Solution: I found this amazing American "Tramp Art" mirror circa 1920, with a notched wood frame that extends out on all corners. and brakes up the rectangular shape just enough to add a fun texture to the hallway. I also purchase the antique Indian spice box.

Urban galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Charleston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, glass sheet backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The garden space faces south so gets morning sun then mostly in the shade. In the summer especially it is lovely to sit here have breakfast and later in the day under the large Sugar Maple a cool spot to relax and grill. I am asked all the time are there any shade plants to use! as you can see the garden is constantly changing from spring bulbs and spring flowers to summer and fall color. The gravel terrace provides a simple and affordable surface and very European.

This kitchen took a tired, 80’s builder kitchen and revamped it into a personalized gathering space for our wonderful client. The existing space was split up by the dated configuration of eat-in kitchen table area to one side and cramped workspace on the other. It didn’t just under-serve our client’s needs; it flat out discouraged them from using the space. Our client desired an open kitchen with a central gathering space where family and friends could connect. To open things up, we removed the half wall separating the kitchen from the dining room and the wall that blocked sight lines to the family room and created a narrow hallway to the kitchen. The old oak cabinets weren't maximizing storage and were dated and dark. We used Waypoint Living Spaces cabinets in linen white to brighten up the room. On the east wall, we created a hutch-like stack that features an appliance garage that keeps often used countertop appliance on hand but out of sight. The hutch also acts as a transition from the cooking zone to the coffee and wine area. We eliminated the north window that looked onto the entry walkway and activated this wall as storage with refrigerator enclosure and pantry. We opted to leave the east window as-is and incorporated it into the new kitchen layout by creating a window well for growing plants and herbs. The countertops are Pental Quartz in Carrara. The sleek cabinet hardware is from our friends at Amerock in a gorgeous satin champagne bronze. One of the most striking features in the space is the pattern encaustic tile from Tile Shop. The pop of blue in the backsplash adds personality and contrast to the champagne accents. The reclaimed wood cladding surrounding the large east-facing window introduces a quintessential Colorado vibe, and the natural texture balances the crisp white cabinetry and geometric patterned tile. Minimalist modern lighting fixtures from Mitzi by Hudson Valley Lighting provide task lighting over the sink and at the wine/ coffee station. The visual lightness of the sink pendants maintains the openness and visual connection between the kitchen and dining room. Together the elements make for a sophisticated yet casual vibe-- a comfortable chic kitchen. We love the way this space turned out and are so happy that our clients now have such a bright and welcoming gathering space as the heart of their home!

Upon Completion Prepared and Covered all Flooring Patched all cracks, nail holes, dents, and dings Sanded and Spot Primed Patches Painted Ceiling using Benjamin Moore MHB Painted all Walls in two (2) coats per-customer color using Benjamin Moore Regal (Matte Finish)

The garden space faces north so gets morning sun then mostly in the shade. In the summer especially it is lovely to sit here have breakfast and later in the day under the large Sugar Maple a cool spot to relax and grill. I am asked all the time are there any shade plants to use! as you can see the garden is constantly changing from spring bulbs and spring flowers to summer and fall color. The gravel terrace provides a simple and affordable surface and very European.