Space reclamation at homes becomes easy, when you’ve partnered with ADU contractors like D Remodelers that have years of experience in ADU construction in Bonita. These guys know how to convert an unused lying garage into a master bedroom or a self-sufficient family suite with all the standard rooms and fixtures. ADU Construction in Bonita, CA - https://dremodelers.com/

This 1964 Preston Hollow home was in the perfect location and had great bones but was not perfect for this family that likes to entertain. They wanted to open up their kitchen up to the den and entry as much as possible, as it was small and completely closed off. They needed significant wine storage and they did want a bar area but not where it was currently located. They also needed a place to stage food and drinks outside of the kitchen. There was a formal living room that was not necessary and a formal dining room that they could take or leave. Those spaces were opened up, the previous formal dining became their new home office, which was previously in the master suite. The master suite was completely reconfigured, removing the old office, and giving them a larger closet and beautiful master bathroom. The game room, which was converted from the garage years ago, was updated, as well as the bathroom, that used to be the pool bath. The closet space in that room was redesigned, adding new built-ins, and giving us more space for a larger laundry room and an additional mudroom that is now accessible from both the game room and the kitchen! They desperately needed a pool bath that was easily accessible from the backyard, without having to walk through the game room, which they had to previously use. We reconfigured their living room, adding a full bathroom that is now accessible from the backyard, fixing that problem. We did a complete overhaul to their downstairs, giving them the house they had dreamt of! As far as the exterior is concerned, they wanted better curb appeal and a more inviting front entry. We changed the front door, and the walkway to the house that was previously slippery when wet and gave them a more open, yet sophisticated entry when you walk in. We created an outdoor space in their backyard that they will never want to leave! The back porch was extended, built a full masonry fireplace that is surrounded by a wonderful seating area, including a double hanging porch swing. The outdoor kitchen has everything they need, including tons of countertop space for entertaining, and they still have space for a large outdoor dining table. The wood-paneled ceiling and the mix-matched pavers add a great and unique design element to this beautiful outdoor living space. Scapes Incorporated did a fabulous job with their backyard landscaping, making it a perfect daily escape. They even decided to add turf to their entire backyard, keeping minimal maintenance for this busy family. The functionality this family now has in their home gives the true meaning to Living Better Starts Here™.

This South End single family project was a cosmetic renovation to a four story single family residence. The client’s primary concern was schedule as they needed to move into the residence only three weeks after purchasing the home. The scope Haycon executed included painting the entire house, refinishing the kitchen cabinets, refinishing and installing a runner on the stairs, replacing lighting fixtures and switches, replacing plumbing fixtures in the master bathroom, re-facing the master bathroom vanity, installing wall paper at two bathrooms and changing all the door hardware.

Located on an extraordinary hillside site above the San Fernando Valley, the Sherman Residence was designed to unite indoors and outdoors. The house is made up of as a series of board-formed concrete, wood and glass pavilions connected via intersticial gallery spaces that together define a central courtyard. From each room one can see the rich and varied landscape, which includes indigenous large oaks, sycamores, “working” plants such as orange and avocado trees, palms and succulents. A singular low-slung wood roof with deep overhangs shades and unifies the overall composition. CLIENT: Jerry & Zina Sherman PROJECT TEAM: Peter Tolkin, John R. Byram, Christopher Girt, Craig Rizzo, Angela Uriu, Eric Townsend, Anthony Denzer ENGINEERS: Joseph Perazzelli (Structural), John Ott & Associates (Civil), Brian A. Robinson & Associates (Geotechnical) LANDSCAPE: Wade Graham Landscape Studio CONSULTANTS: Tree Life Concern Inc. (Arborist), E&J Engineering & Energy Designs (Title-24 Energy) GENERAL CONTRACTOR: A-1 Construction PHOTOGRAPHER: Peter Tolkin, Grant Mudford AWARDS: 2001 Excellence Award Southern California Ready Mixed Concrete Association

The Sky Deck project is possibly one of our most exciting projects. We were able to work with a great couple from Los Angeles and this home served as a vacation getaway from their busy lives. The owners were involved on every level, which was a breath of fresh air. Their main concern was their passion for incorporating vibrant colors without overwhelming the balance of their getaway pad. Indeed, maintaining balance, harmony and rhythm can be challenging, however. We took advantage of the natural lighting and the large amounts of open "real estate" to build a rich earthy palette. Consequently, this allowed for vibrant colors to gracefully enter the space without overtaking the room. All in all, this project allowed our designers to exercise their creative muscles and create some fun memories with the owners.

This 1964 Preston Hollow home was in the perfect location and had great bones but was not perfect for this family that likes to entertain. They wanted to open up their kitchen up to the den and entry as much as possible, as it was small and completely closed off. They needed significant wine storage and they did want a bar area but not where it was currently located. They also needed a place to stage food and drinks outside of the kitchen. There was a formal living room that was not necessary and a formal dining room that they could take or leave. Those spaces were opened up, the previous formal dining became their new home office, which was previously in the master suite. The master suite was completely reconfigured, removing the old office, and giving them a larger closet and beautiful master bathroom. The game room, which was converted from the garage years ago, was updated, as well as the bathroom, that used to be the pool bath. The closet space in that room was redesigned, adding new built-ins, and giving us more space for a larger laundry room and an additional mudroom that is now accessible from both the game room and the kitchen! They desperately needed a pool bath that was easily accessible from the backyard, without having to walk through the game room, which they had to previously use. We reconfigured their living room, adding a full bathroom that is now accessible from the backyard, fixing that problem. We did a complete overhaul to their downstairs, giving them the house they had dreamt of! As far as the exterior is concerned, they wanted better curb appeal and a more inviting front entry. We changed the front door, and the walkway to the house that was previously slippery when wet and gave them a more open, yet sophisticated entry when you walk in. We created an outdoor space in their backyard that they will never want to leave! The back porch was extended, built a full masonry fireplace that is surrounded by a wonderful seating area, including a double hanging porch swing. The outdoor kitchen has everything they need, including tons of countertop space for entertaining, and they still have space for a large outdoor dining table. The wood-paneled ceiling and the mix-matched pavers add a great and unique design element to this beautiful outdoor living space. Scapes Incorporated did a fabulous job with their backyard landscaping, making it a perfect daily escape. They even decided to add turf to their entire backyard, keeping minimal maintenance for this busy family. The functionality this family now has in their home gives the true meaning to Living Better Starts Here™.

Offering vacant home staging in PA, Sherri Blum is your premier home stager for realtors in central Pennsylvania. Serving the Carlisle, Camp Hill, Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg and surrounding area, Sherri will gladly discuss your needs and help you put your best face forward when selling a home. Homes of all sizes will benefit from our staging services. See the before and after as Sherri takes this vacant 1990’s colonial and turns it into a cozy, well planned family home. The empty “before” photos show the space as a long and narrow living room off the kitchen. Without our visuals, buyers would focus on the bright yellow paint and worry about how to best use the awkward living room. Another concern was the lack of a kitchen table space. So my planning provided a space for enjoying the fireplace focal point (over which a TV could be installed) and a separate conversation grouping on the far end. The end of the family room closest to the kitchen would provide a natural space for a kitchen table to allow gathering and meal space for an active family. Seeking a real estate home stager in the Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg or Carlisle area of central PA? Contact Sherri today. No home staging job is too big or too small.

The Challenge This beautiful waterfront home was begging for an update. Our clients wanted a contemporary design with modern finishes. They craved improved functionality in the kitchen, hardwood flooring in the living areas, and a spacious walk-in closet in the master bathroom. With two children in school, our clients also needed the project completed during their summer vacation – leaving a slim 90 days for the entire remodel. Could we do it? …Challenge accepted! Our Solution With their active summer travel schedule, our clients elected to vacate their home for the duration of the project. This was ideal for the intrusive nature of the scope of work. In preparation, our design team created a project plan to suit our client’s needs. With such a clear timeline, we were able to select and order long-lead items in plenty of time for the project start date. In the kitchen, we rearranged the layout to provide superior ventilation for the cooktop on the exterior wall. We added two large storage cabinets with glass doors, accented by a sleek mosaic backsplash of glass tile. We also incorporated a large contemporary waterfall island into the room. With seating at one end, the island provides both increased functionality and an eye-catching focal point for the center of the room. On the interior wall of the kitchen, we maximized storage with a wall of built-in cabinetry – complete with pullout pantry cabinets, a double oven, and a large stainless refrigerator. Our clients wisely chose rich, dark-colored wood flooring to add warmth to the contemporary design. After installing the flooring in the kitchen, we brought it into the main living areas as well. In the great room, we wrapped the existing gas fireplace in a neutral stack stone. The effect of the stone on the media and window wall is breathtaking. In the master bathroom, we expanded the closet by pushing the wall back into the adjacent pass-through hallway. The new walk-in closet now includes an impressive closet organization system. Returning to the master bathroom, we removed the single vanity and repositioned the toilet, allowing for a new, curb-less glass shower and a his-and-hers vanity. The entire vanity and shower wall is finished in white 12×24 porcelain tile. The vertical glass mosaic accent band and backlit floating mirrors add to the clean, modern style. To the left of the master bathroom entry, we even added a matching make-up area. Finally, we installed a number of elegant enhancements in the remaining rooms. The clients chose a bronze metal relief accent wall as well as some colorful finishes and artwork for the entry and hallway. Exceptional Results Our clients were simply thrilled with the final product! Not only did they return from their summer vacation to a gorgeous home remodel, but we concluded the project a full week ahead of schedule. As a result, the family was able to move in sooner than planned, giving them plenty of time to acclimate to the renovated space before their kids returned to school. Ultimately, we provided the outstanding results and customer experience that our clients had been searching for. “We met with many other contractors leading up to signing with Progressive Design Build. When we met Mike, we finally felt safe. We had heard so many horror stories about contractors! Progressive was the best move we could have made. They made our dream house become a reality. Vernon was in charge of our project and everything went better than we expected. Our project was completed earlier than expected, too. Our questions and concerns were dealt with quickly and professionally, the job site was always clean, and all subs were friendly and professional. We had a wonderful experience with Progressive Design Build. We’re so grateful we found them.” – The Mader Family

Media center with mini-split ductless heat/air wall unit. Horus Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept carpeted family room remodel in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Located on an extraordinary hillside site above the San Fernando Valley, the Sherman Residence was designed to unite indoors and outdoors. The house is made up of as a series of board-formed concrete, wood and glass pavilions connected via intersticial gallery spaces that together define a central courtyard. From each room one can see the rich and varied landscape, which includes indigenous large oaks, sycamores, “working” plants such as orange and avocado trees, palms and succulents. A singular low-slung wood roof with deep overhangs shades and unifies the overall composition. CLIENT: Jerry & Zina Sherman PROJECT TEAM: Peter Tolkin, John R. Byram, Christopher Girt, Craig Rizzo, Angela Uriu, Eric Townsend, Anthony Denzer ENGINEERS: Joseph Perazzelli (Structural), John Ott & Associates (Civil), Brian A. Robinson & Associates (Geotechnical) LANDSCAPE: Wade Graham Landscape Studio CONSULTANTS: Tree Life Concern Inc. (Arborist), E&J Engineering & Energy Designs (Title-24 Energy) GENERAL CONTRACTOR: A-1 Construction PHOTOGRAPHER: Peter Tolkin, Grant Mudford AWARDS: 2001 Excellence Award Southern California Ready Mixed Concrete Association

When Irvine designer, Richard Bustos’ client decided to remodel his Orange County 4,900 square foot home into a contemporary space, he immediately thought of Cantoni. His main concern though was based on the assumption that our luxurious modern furnishings came with an equally luxurious price tag. It was only after a visit to our Irvine store, where the client and Richard connected that the client realized our extensive collection of furniture and accessories was well within his reach.

“Richard was very thorough and straight forward as far as pricing,” says the client. "I became very intrigued that he was able to offer high quality products that I was looking for within my budget.” The next phases of the project involved looking over floor plans and discussing the client’s vision as far as design. The goal was to create a comfortable, yet stylish and modern layout for the client, his wife, and their three kids. In addition to creating a cozy and contemporary space, the client wanted his home to exude a tranquil atmosphere. Drawing most of his inspiration from Houzz, (the leading online platform for home remodeling and design) the client incorporated a Zen-like ambiance through the distressed greyish brown flooring, organic bamboo wall art, and with Richard’s help, earthy wall coverings, found in both the master bedroom and bathroom. Over the span of approximately two years, Richard helped his client accomplish his vision by selecting pieces of modern furniture that possessed the right colors, earthy tones, and textures so as to complement the home’s pre-existing features. The first room the duo tackled was the great room, and later continued furnishing the kitchen and master bedroom. Living up to its billing, the great room not only opened up to a breathtaking view of the Newport coast, it also was one great space. Richard decided that the best option to maximize the space would be to break the room into two separate yet distinct areas for living and dining. While exploring our online collections, the client discovered the Jasper Shag rug in a bold and vibrant green. The grassy green rug paired with the sleek Italian made Montecarlo glass dining table added just the right amount of color and texture to compliment the natural beauty of the bamboo sculpture. The client happily adds, “I’m always receiving complements on the green rug!” Once the duo had completed the dining area, they worked on furnishing the living area, and later added pieces like the classic Renoir bed to the master bedroom and Crescent Console to the kitchen, which adds both balance and sophistication. The living room, also known as the family room was the central area where Richard’s client and his family would spend quality time. As a fellow family man, Richard understood that that meant creating an inviting space with comfortable and durable pieces of furniture that still possessed a modern flare. The client loved the look and design of the Mercer sectional. With Cantoni’s ability to customize furniture, Richard was able to special order the sectional in a fabric that was both durable and aesthetically pleasing. Selecting the color scheme for the living room was also greatly influenced by the client’s pre-existing artwork as well as unique distressed floors. Richard recommended adding dark pieces of furniture as seen in the Mercer sectional along with the Viera area rug. He explains, “The darker colors and contrast of the rug’s material worked really well with the distressed wood floor.” Furthermore, the comfortable American Leather Recliner, which was customized in red leather not only maximized the space, but also tied in the client’s picturesque artwork beautifully. The client adds gratefully, “Richard was extremely helpful with color; He was great at seeing if I was taking it too far or not enough.” It is apparent that Richard and his client made a great team. With the client’s passion for great design and Richard’s design expertise, together they transformed the home into a modern sanctuary. Working with this particular client was a very rewarding experience for Richard. He adds, “My client and his family were so easy and fun to work with. Their enthusiasm, focus, and involvement are what helped me bring their ideas to life. I think we created a unique environment that their entire family can enjoy for many years to come.” https://www.cantoni.com/project/a-contemporary-sanctuary

Offering vacant home staging in PA, Sherri Blum is your premier home stager for realtors in central Pennsylvania. Serving the Carlisle, Camp Hill, Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg and surrounding area, Sherri will gladly discuss your needs and help you put your best face forward when selling a home. Homes of all sizes will benefit from our staging services. See the before and after as Sherri takes this vacant 1990’s colonial and turns it into a cozy, well planned family home. The empty “before” photos show the space as a long and narrow living room off the kitchen. Without our visuals, buyers would focus on the bright yellow paint and worry about how to best use the awkward living room. Another concern was the lack of a kitchen table space. So my planning provided a space for enjoying the fireplace focal point (over which a TV could be installed) and a separate conversation grouping on the far end. The end of the family room closest to the kitchen would provide a natural space for a kitchen table to allow gathering and meal space for an active family. Seeking a real estate home stager in the Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg or Carlisle area of central PA? Contact Sherri today. No home staging job is too big or too small.

Offering vacant home staging in PA, Sherri Blum is your premier home stager for realtors in central Pennsylvania. Serving the Carlisle, Camp Hill, Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg and surrounding area, Sherri will gladly discuss your needs and help you put your best face forward when selling a home. Homes of all sizes will benefit from our staging services. See the before and after as Sherri takes this vacant 1990’s colonial and turns it into a cozy, well planned family home. The empty “before” photos show the space as a long and narrow living room off the kitchen. Without our visuals, buyers would focus on the bright yellow paint and worry about how to best use the awkward living room. Another concern was the lack of a kitchen table space. So my planning provided a space for enjoying the fireplace focal point (over which a TV could be installed) and a separate conversation grouping on the far end. The end of the family room closest to the kitchen would provide a natural space for a kitchen table to allow gathering and meal space for an active family. Seeking a real estate home stager in the Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg or Carlisle area of central PA? Contact Sherri today. No home staging job is too big or too small.

Offering vacant home staging in PA, Sherri Blum is your premier home stager for realtors in central Pennsylvania. Serving the Carlisle, Camp Hill, Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg and surrounding area, Sherri will gladly discuss your needs and help you put your best face forward when selling a home. Homes of all sizes will benefit from our staging services. See the before and after as Sherri takes this vacant 1990’s colonial and turns it into a cozy, well planned family home. The empty “before” photos show the space as a long and narrow living room off the kitchen. Without our visuals, buyers would focus on the bright yellow paint and worry about how to best use the awkward living room. Another concern was the lack of a kitchen table space. So my planning provided a space for enjoying the fireplace focal point (over which a TV could be installed) and a separate conversation grouping on the far end. The end of the family room closest to the kitchen would provide a natural space for a kitchen table to allow gathering and meal space for an active family. Seeking a real estate home stager in the Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg or Carlisle area of central PA? Contact Sherri today. No home staging job is too big or too small.

Offering vacant home staging in PA, Sherri Blum is your premier home stager for realtors in central Pennsylvania. Serving the Carlisle, Camp Hill, Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg and surrounding area, Sherri will gladly discuss your needs and help you put your best face forward when selling a home. Homes of all sizes will benefit from our staging services. See the before and after as Sherri takes this vacant 1990’s colonial and turns it into a cozy, well planned family home. The empty “before” photos show the space as a long and narrow living room off the kitchen. Without our visuals, buyers would focus on the bright yellow paint and worry about how to best use the awkward living room. Another concern was the lack of a kitchen table space. So my planning provided a space for enjoying the fireplace focal point (over which a TV could be installed) and a separate conversation grouping on the far end. The end of the family room closest to the kitchen would provide a natural space for a kitchen table to allow gathering and meal space for an active family. Seeking a real estate home stager in the Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg or Carlisle area of central PA? Contact Sherri today. No home staging job is too big or too small.

Medium tone wood floor family room photo in Other with a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

After many years of living in their home, this client was ready to tackle redecorating the living room. Michael Merrill Design Studio was able to make the case that the living room, dining room and staircase all needed to be done together and the homeowner agreed. One of the greatest concerns we had was the lighting and fortunately we were able to devise a way to conceal it without damaging any of the existing finishes. Our approach was to restore the architectural shell and to furnish the room with contemporary pieces that complimented the space and maximized its use. Textiles and the elegant rug in the living room were primarily by Jack Lenor Larsen. To preserve the original mahogany floor and the furnishings, an electric exterior shade was added that drops whenever sunlight strikes the rear elevation of the house. (2007-2008) Photos © John Sutton Photography

Family room - large transitional open concept light wood floor family room idea in Austin with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Our Award Nominated project,Violet street was a huge transformation from start to finish. Our goal was to take the main floor of the house from the 80’s to the 21st century by creating an open concept living area and a chef’s kitchen. Removing the unnecessary walls created and open concept main floor with a chef's kitchen and an island that is over eleven feet long. Storage was a concern in the previously small kitchen; with that in mind we added in some full height pantry units with roll out shelves. The pantry units flank a built in desk and glass cabinets which has quickly become the landing zone for the kitchen and the perfect spot for planning their dinner menu. We elevated the look of the desk by running the back splash from the floor right up to the top as the backing inside the glass cabinets. The living room was also given a new lease on life. All the cabinetry was done in a white washed oak to define the living space from the kitchen; this is especially important in open concept. Built in cabinetry now frames the fireplace, giving the living room a focal point. Violet St has now been elevated to the present time and is a wonderful space to entertain and test your culinary abilities. Now this home is ready to be filled with many happy memories and moments.