This bathroom remodel by Designed with Grace & Joy is a thoughtful blend of accessibility, comfort, and elevated design. Created with the homeowner’s long-term lifestyle in mind, this transformation proves that functional spaces can still feel luxurious and refined. The layout was completely reimagined to feature a single-level floor with no shower threshold, ensuring seamless wheelchair accessibility and safe movement throughout the space. Strategically placed grab bars provide added stability without compromising the overall aesthetic. A drop-down shower seat and handheld shower fixture introduce flexibility and comfort, while the relocated shower controller prevents the shock of stepping into cold water. To enhance both function and ambiance, a sleek lighted niche was integrated into the shower for practical storage and a soft glow. The removal of the dual-level ceiling visually expanded the room, creating an open, airy atmosphere that feels modern and inviting. The result is a bathroom that balances smart universal design principles with timeless elegance — a space that supports everyday living while maintaining a clean, sophisticated look.

This bathroom remodel by Designed with Grace & Joy is a thoughtful blend of accessibility, comfort, and elevated design. Created with the homeowner’s long-term lifestyle in mind, this transformation proves that functional spaces can still feel luxurious and refined. The layout was completely reimagined to feature a single-level floor with no shower threshold, ensuring seamless wheelchair accessibility and safe movement throughout the space. Strategically placed grab bars provide added stability without compromising the overall aesthetic. A drop-down shower seat and handheld shower fixture introduce flexibility and comfort, while the relocated shower controller prevents the shock of stepping into cold water. To enhance both function and ambiance, a sleek lighted niche was integrated into the shower for practical storage and a soft glow. The removal of the dual-level ceiling visually expanded the room, creating an open, airy atmosphere that feels modern and inviting. The result is a bathroom that balances smart universal design principles with timeless elegance — a space that supports everyday living while maintaining a clean, sophisticated look.

This bathroom remodel by Designed with Grace & Joy is a thoughtful blend of accessibility, comfort, and elevated design. Created with the homeowner’s long-term lifestyle in mind, this transformation proves that functional spaces can still feel luxurious and refined. The layout was completely reimagined to feature a single-level floor with no shower threshold, ensuring seamless wheelchair accessibility and safe movement throughout the space. Strategically placed grab bars provide added stability without compromising the overall aesthetic. A drop-down shower seat and handheld shower fixture introduce flexibility and comfort, while the relocated shower controller prevents the shock of stepping into cold water. To enhance both function and ambiance, a sleek lighted niche was integrated into the shower for practical storage and a soft glow. The removal of the dual-level ceiling visually expanded the room, creating an open, airy atmosphere that feels modern and inviting. The result is a bathroom that balances smart universal design principles with timeless elegance — a space that supports everyday living while maintaining a clean, sophisticated look.

Residential custom access stair with steel railing located in Albuquerque. At Pascetti Steel we specialize in custom and pre-fabricated, ready-to-assemble stair units. From formed steel plate and channel stringers to stair units with aluminum ADA compliant treads. We can ship complete pre-finished stairs directly to the job site with all necessary hardware. Custom railings can always be added to match the style of stair. Working with architects and designers at the initial design stage or directly with homeowners, Pascetti Steel will make the entire process from drawings to installation seamless and hassle free. We plan safety and stability into every design we make, the railings and hardware are fabricated to be strong, durable and visually appealing. Choose from a variety of styles including cable railing, glass railing, hand forged and custom railing. We also offer pre-finished aluminum balcony railing for hotels, resorts and other commercial buildings.

Our client requested a design that reflected their need to renovate their dated bathroom into a transitional floor plan that would provide accessibility and function. The new shower design consists of a pony wall with a glass enclosure that has beautiful details of brushed nickel square glass clamps. The interior shower fittings entail geometric lines that lend a contemporary finish. A curbless shower and linear drain added an extra dimension of accessibility to the plan. In addition, a balance bar above the accessory niche was affixed to the wall for extra stability. The shower area also includes a folding teak wood bench seat that also adds to the comfort of the bathroom as well as to the accessibility factors. Improved lighting was created with LED Damp-location rated recessed lighting. LED sconces were also used to flank the Robern medicine cabinet which created realistic and flattering light. Designer: Marie Cairns Contractor: Charles Cairns Photographer: Michael Andrew

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The main shower head is set to accommodate the over 6’ homeowner. A grab bar assures stability.
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Residential custom access stair with steel railing located in Albuquerque. At Pascetti Steel we specialize in custom and pre-fabricated, ready-to-assemble stair units. From formed steel plate and channel stringers to stair units with aluminum ADA compliant treads. We can ship complete pre-finished stairs directly to the job site with all necessary hardware. Custom railings can always be added to match the style of stair. Working with architects and designers at the initial design stage or directly with homeowners, Pascetti Steel will make the entire process from drawings to installation seamless and hassle free. We plan safety and stability into every design we make, the railings and hardware are fabricated to be strong, durable and visually appealing. Choose from a variety of styles including cable railing, glass railing, hand forged and custom railing. We also offer pre-finished aluminum balcony railing for hotels, resorts and other commercial buildings.

An attractive and functional way to access under-deck storage. This active family needed to overhaul this large property but didn't know where to start. "It's like three acres of boring dirt and weeds", said my client. The steeply sloped property did indeed present unique challenges with ever-present voracious deer, the need for erosion control and bank stabilization, large areas that required planting while still considering water conservation, and the need for beautification and modernization to tie into the aesthetic of the newly renovated home. Concurrently, safety and access to all parts of the property were a consideration. Landscaping goals were accomplished through careful plant selection and judicious use of retaining walls in various styles throughout the property. Generous railroad tie steps were used on sloping side yards. The landscaped portions converge gracefully with the existing oak woodland. Children can play and hide in many fun spots, while my client's elderly grandmother can safely walk around.

Efficiency in the kitchen begins with a well-organized pantry, allowing you to prepare meals swiftly even on the most exhausting days. The Tailored Closet specializes in pantry design solutions that offer immediate visibility of your pantry contents, eliminating the frustration of searching through cluttered spaces. Our team of home organization experts works with you to create a pantry tailored to your unique requirements and budget, ensuring a seamless and efficient cooking experience. To tackle hard-to-reach deep shelves, we integrate pull-out baskets and bins for easy access to every item. Custom wine racks transform a section of your pantry into a mini wine cellar, keeping your cherished wines in a dark, cool environment, stored on their sides to preserve flavors and maintain bottle stability. Thoughtfully designed spice racks provide a clear view of your inventory, preventing overstocking and ensuring you always have essentials like garlic and rosemary on hand. We've also designated specific areas for large, slender items such as trays and serving pieces, keeping them easily accessible and safe from damage. For added convenience, we offer countertops and scoop-front drawers, enhancing both the functionality and aesthetics of your pantry space.

Efficiency in the kitchen begins with a well-organized pantry, allowing you to prepare meals swiftly even on the most exhausting days. The Tailored Closet specializes in pantry design solutions that offer immediate visibility of your pantry contents, eliminating the frustration of searching through cluttered spaces. Our team of home organization experts works with you to create a pantry tailored to your unique requirements and budget, ensuring a seamless and efficient cooking experience. To tackle hard-to-reach deep shelves, we integrate pull-out baskets and bins for easy access to every item. Custom wine racks transform a section of your pantry into a mini wine cellar, keeping your cherished wines in a dark, cool environment, stored on their sides to preserve flavors and maintain bottle stability. Thoughtfully designed spice racks provide a clear view of your inventory, preventing overstocking and ensuring you always have essentials like garlic and rosemary on hand. We've also designated specific areas for large, slender items such as trays and serving pieces, keeping them easily accessible and safe from damage. For added convenience, we offer countertops and scoop-front drawers, enhancing both the functionality and aesthetics of your pantry space.

The site for this waterfront residence is located on the Great Neck Peninsula, facing west to views of NYC and the borough bridges. When purchased, there existed a 50-year-old house and pool structurally condemned which required immediate removal. Once the site was cleared, a year was devoted to stabilizing the seawall and hill to accommodate the newly proposed home. The lot size, shape and relationship to an easement access road, overlaid with strict zoning regulations was a key factor in the organization of the client’s program elements. The arc contour of the easement road and required setback informed the front facade shape, which was designed as a privacy screen, as adjacent homes are in close proximity. Due to strict height requirements the house from the street appears to be one story and then steps down the hill allowing for three fully occupiable floors. The local jurisdiction also granted special approval accepting the design of the garage, within the front set back, as its roof is level with the roadbed and fully landscaped. A path accesses a hidden door to the bedroom level of the house. The garage is accessed through a semicircular driveway that leads to a depressed entry courtyard, offering privacy to the main entrance. The configuration of the home is a U-shape surrounding a rear courtyard. This shape, along with suspended pods assures water views to all occupants while not compromising privacy from the adjacent homes. The house is constructed on a steel frame, clad with fiber cement, resin panels and an aluminum curtain wall system. All roofs are accessible as either decks or landscaped garden areas. The lower level accesses decks, an outdoor kitchen, and pool area which are perched on the edge of the upper retaining wall.

Efficiency in the kitchen begins with a well-organized pantry, allowing you to prepare meals swiftly even on the most exhausting days. The Tailored Closet specializes in pantry design solutions that offer immediate visibility of your pantry contents, eliminating the frustration of searching through cluttered spaces. Our team of home organization experts works with you to create a pantry tailored to your unique requirements and budget, ensuring a seamless and efficient cooking experience. To tackle hard-to-reach deep shelves, we integrate pull-out baskets and bins for easy access to every item. Custom wine racks transform a section of your pantry into a mini wine cellar, keeping your cherished wines in a dark, cool environment, stored on their sides to preserve flavors and maintain bottle stability. Thoughtfully designed spice racks provide a clear view of your inventory, preventing overstocking and ensuring you always have essentials like garlic and rosemary on hand. We've also designated specific areas for large, slender items such as trays and serving pieces, keeping them easily accessible and safe from damage. For added convenience, we offer countertops and scoop-front drawers, enhancing both the functionality and aesthetics of your pantry space.

Efficiency in the kitchen begins with a well-organized pantry, allowing you to prepare meals swiftly even on the most exhausting days. The Tailored Closet specializes in pantry design solutions that offer immediate visibility of your pantry contents, eliminating the frustration of searching through cluttered spaces. Our team of home organization experts works with you to create a pantry tailored to your unique requirements and budget, ensuring a seamless and efficient cooking experience. To tackle hard-to-reach deep shelves, we integrate pull-out baskets and bins for easy access to every item. Custom wine racks transform a section of your pantry into a mini wine cellar, keeping your cherished wines in a dark, cool environment, stored on their sides to preserve flavors and maintain bottle stability. Thoughtfully designed spice racks provide a clear view of your inventory, preventing overstocking and ensuring you always have essentials like garlic and rosemary on hand. We've also designated specific areas for large, slender items such as trays and serving pieces, keeping them easily accessible and safe from damage. For added convenience, we offer countertops and scoop-front drawers, enhancing both the functionality and aesthetics of your pantry space.

Efficiency in the kitchen begins with a well-organized pantry, allowing you to prepare meals swiftly even on the most exhausting days. The Tailored Closet specializes in pantry design solutions that offer immediate visibility of your pantry contents, eliminating the frustration of searching through cluttered spaces. Our team of home organization experts works with you to create a pantry tailored to your unique requirements and budget, ensuring a seamless and efficient cooking experience. To tackle hard-to-reach deep shelves, we integrate pull-out baskets and bins for easy access to every item. Custom wine racks transform a section of your pantry into a mini wine cellar, keeping your cherished wines in a dark, cool environment, stored on their sides to preserve flavors and maintain bottle stability. Thoughtfully designed spice racks provide a clear view of your inventory, preventing overstocking and ensuring you always have essentials like garlic and rosemary on hand. We've also designated specific areas for large, slender items such as trays and serving pieces, keeping them easily accessible and safe from damage. For added convenience, we offer countertops and scoop-front drawers, enhancing both the functionality and aesthetics of your pantry space.

The linen closet from the hallway and bathroom was removed and the vanity area was decreased to allow room for an intimate-sized sauna. • This change also gave room for a larger shower area o Superior main showerhead o Rain head from ceiling o Hand-held shower for seated comfort o Independent volume controls for multiple users/functions o Grab bars to aid for stability and seated functions o Teak bench to add warmth and ability to sit while bathing • Curbless entry and sliding door system delivers ease of access in the event of any physical limitations. • Cherry cabinetry and vein-cut travertine chosen for warmth and organic qualities – creating a natural spa-like atmosphere. • The bright characteristics of the Nordic white spruce sauna contrast for appreciated cleanliness. • Ease of access for any physical limitations with new curb-less shower entry & sliding enclosure • Additional storage designed with elegance in mind o Recessed medicine cabinets into custom wainscot surround o Custom-designed makeup vanity with a tip-up top for easy access and a mirror o Vanities include pullouts for hair appliances and small toiletries

Photo by Barbara Wilson Landscape Architect, LLC A small residential, seaside property located on Fairfield Beach, Fairfield was renovated by the new owners and adapted for their active family. Barbara was the landscape architect in charge of all of the landscape elements upgrades. She designed new bluestone curving paths to access the front and side doors and designed new landscape lighting to enhance the walks. The existing trees were saved and she designed new shade and salt-tolerant plantings which were added to provide seasonal color and interest while respecting the existing plantings. Along the beach front additional native beach grasses were added to stabilize the dunes while removing some invasive plantings. This work will be phased over the next few years in an effort to keep the sand stable. Beach roses were incorporated into a hollow in the dunes. A small lawn area was renovated and the surrounding Black Pines pruned to provide a small play area and respite from the sun. Beautiful reblooming hydrangeas line the edge of the gravel driveway. Rounded beach stones were used instead of mulch in the island planting along the edge of the adjacent road planted with Miscanthus, Mugo pine and yucca. Barbara designed a custom kayak rack, custom garbage enclosure, a new layout of the existing wooden deck to facilitate access to the side doors, and detailed how to renovate the front door into only an emergency access with new railings and steps. She coordinating obtaining bids and then supervised the installation of all elements for the new landscape the project. The interiors were designed by Jack Montgomery Design of Greenwich, CT and NYC . Tree work was completed by Bartlett Tree Experts. Freddy’s Landscape Company of Fairfield, CT installed the new plantings, installed all the new masonry work and provides landscape maintenance services. JT Low Voltage and Electric installed the landscape lighting.

This Oakley mountain cabin received a complete deck transformation. Built for strength, beauty, and lasting performance. The original front and back decks were aging and unsafe, requiring a full structural rebuild down to the footings. We removed the existing decks, reinforced the foundation under the stairs, and installed new posts and framing to ensure stability for years to come. The new decks feature durable composite decking for low-maintenance living and a sleek, modern look. We paired the flooring with black metal railings to complement the natural mountain backdrop and add a touch of contemporary style. Stairs were rebuilt wider for safety and ease of access. Creating a seamless connection between indoor comfort and outdoor enjoyment. This project is all about quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and maximizing outdoor living space. The decks are now sturdy and stylish. They enhance the home’s curb appeal and provides the perfect setting for mountain views and gatherings.

For this Sherman, TX project, we installed a custom 6-foot privacy fence to enclose the client's pool area using genuine Western Red Cedar for a rich, natural look that will weather beautifully over time. Built in a classic side-by-side board style with a finished face trim cap, the fence provides full privacy and a clean, polished appearance from every angle. A walk-through gate was added for convenient pool access, framed in galvanized steel with adjustable hinges to keep it hanging true for years to come. The entire fence line is anchored on deep-set steel posts for maximum strength and stability — built to stand up to Texas weather while keeping the pool area safe, private, and looking great.