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The classic modern design of this kitchen was planned for an active young family of four who uses the space as their central hub for gathering, eating and staying connected. Our goals were to create a beautiful and highly functional kitchen with an emphasis on cabinet organization, heated floors and incorporating a live edge slab countertop. We removed an existing bulky island and replaced it with a new island that while only 60 x 26 in size packs a powerful punch housing a baking center, trash/recycle center, microwave oven and cookbook storage. The island seemed the natural place for the gorgeous live edge slab coupled with vintage mercury glass light pendants that make for a truly stunning kitchen island. Polished carrara quartz perimeter counters pair beautifully with the watery blue-green glass backsplash tile. A message center conveniently located on a side panel of the refrigerator cabinet houses built in mailboxes, a family calendar and magnetic surface to display the children’s artwork. We are pleased to have met the family’s goals and that they love their kitchen. Design mission accomplished!
Photography by: Marcela Winspear

Our inspiration for this home was an updated and refined approach to Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Prairie-style”; one that responds well to the harsh Central Texas heat. By DESIGN we achieved soft balanced and glare-free daylighting, comfortable temperatures via passive solar control measures, energy efficiency without reliance on maintenance-intensive Green “gizmos” and lower exterior maintenance.
The client’s desire for a healthy, comfortable and fun home to raise a young family and to accommodate extended visitor stays, while being environmentally responsible through “high performance” building attributes, was met. Harmonious response to the site’s micro-climate, excellent Indoor Air Quality, enhanced natural ventilation strategies, and an elegant bug-free semi-outdoor “living room” that connects one to the outdoors are a few examples of the architect’s approach to Green by Design that results in a home that exceeds the expectations of its owners.
Photo by Mark Adams Media

It is a tiny cottage home for outdoor purposes that is perfect to get a single-family home. It can be utilized as a vacation home.
However, the monolithic slab construction looks stunning 2-story house plan with large covered front porch designs for expansive shaded entrance to impress guests along with two-car garages with workshop room A deck connected to the formal dining room idea with a fireplace design together with the formal dining room idea, so no lack of pure light and air and the people living here will interact with nature and spend their leisure time. The master bedroom has a master bath designed with a double vanity sink and separate tub and shower. Other features are a kitchen island in the modern style which has a butler's pantry idea with an eating bar, a utility area, a guest suite and a child room with a common bath and a storeroom. Upstairs only a media room idea to refresh themselves and add the value to this home.
House with 3 Bedrooms was built for A relaxed and beneficial stay that's superb.
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Our client had an outdated bathroom that he wanted to renovate. He liked a neutral “greige” color scheme and wanted something “more exciting” than the standard subway tile. A soaking tub was a must! He needed a turnkey company that could deliver on time, and he found JRP Design & Remodel’s reputation and commitment to timelines was needed.
The design features a minimalist bathroom boasting clean lines. The grey palette, simple tub, and incredible views make for a serene design. The footprint stayed the same, with the corner tub being replaced with a freestanding tub, it allowed for more room for the shower. This bathroom is brought upmarket with bold matte black fixtures and fittings that keep this bathroom perfectly practical yet sleek. A picture window onto the beautiful foliage and mountains affords a beautiful connection with nature and the outdoors.
Photographer: Andrew - OpenHouse VC

When we first interviewed this Santa Clarita home-owner he was humming a tune from his amazing Yamaha player piano. He challenged us to create a masterpiece of outdoor rooms that work together in perfect harmony.
Look at what the Green Scene Landscaping & Swimming Pools can do with a blank canvas! From bare to beautiful, we transformed this yard into a work of art. We revamped the entryway with a fresh landscaping, colorful flowers, and a classic water fountain to give the curb appeal a boost. Then we turned our attention to the dirt patch out back. A sparkling contemporary pool boasts a baja shelf with “Shower of Diamonds” fountain, sheer waterfalls, a built-in pool table with travertine checkerboard, and an all-tile spa spillway. Surrounding the pool are smooth cast concrete planter bowls filled with lush greenery. When family and guests alike are ready to gather, they have plenty of options to choose from! The outdoor kitchen with a custom recycled glass countertop is tucked under a cozy pavilion with a fireplace and bistro. From there, a fun geometric walkway leads to a raised patio perfect for setting up an outdoor dining set and umbrella. No matter if someone is at the grill, in the pool, or on the patio, everyone is able to stay connected in this backyard any time of year.

This alignment of all that makes life comfortable is accomplished with the selection of the outdoor elements needed to complete a stay at home vacation destination. At midpoint a covered structure supported by grand columns, accented with powder coated aluminum rails, and maintenance free Zuri premium decking . Adjoined on one side by an elegant stone and granite outdoor kitchen that is weather protected by the remote control with a motorized louvered pergola from Equinox for rain or shine living.
On the opposite side balance is achieved with a tranquil hot tub setting. Floral accents border the step down to the hardscape design connecting and finishing this outdoor setting. The complete area is enhanced by a lighting system for ambiance and entertainment extended into the evening hours.
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It is a tiny cottage home for outdoor purposes that is perfect to get a single-family home. It can be utilized as a vacation home.
However, the monolithic slab construction looks stunning 2-story house plan with large covered front porch designs for expansive shaded entrance to impress guests along with two-car garages with workshop room A deck connected to the formal dining room idea with a fireplace design together with the formal dining room idea, so no lack of pure light and air and the people living here will interact with nature and spend their leisure time. The master bedroom has a master bath designed with a double vanity sink and separate tub and shower. Other features are a kitchen island in the modern style which has a butler's pantry idea with an eating bar, a utility area, a guest suite and a child room with a common bath and a storeroom. Upstairs only a media room idea to refresh themselves and add the value to this home.
House with 3 Bedrooms was built for A relaxed and beneficial stay that's superb.

For this project, the entire kitchen was designed around the “must-have” Lacanche range in the stunning French Blue with brass trim. That was the client’s dream and everything had to be built to complement it. Bilotta senior designer, Randy O’Kane, CKD worked with Paul Benowitz and Dipti Shah of Benowitz Shah Architects to contemporize the kitchen while staying true to the original house which was designed in 1928 by regionally noted architect Franklin P. Hammond. The clients purchased the home over two years ago from the original owner. While the house has a magnificent architectural presence from the street, the basic systems, appointments, and most importantly, the layout and flow were inappropriately suited to contemporary living.
The new plan removed an outdated screened porch at the rear which was replaced with the new family room and moved the kitchen from a dark corner in the front of the house to the center. The visual connection from the kitchen through the family room is dramatic and gives direct access to the rear yard and patio. It was important that the island separating the kitchen from the family room have ample space to the left and right to facilitate traffic patterns, and interaction among family members. Hence vertical kitchen elements were placed primarily on existing interior walls. The cabinetry used was Bilotta’s private label, the Bilotta Collection – they selected beautiful, dramatic, yet subdued finishes for the meticulously handcrafted cabinetry. The double islands allow for the busy family to have a space for everything – the island closer to the range has seating and makes a perfect space for doing homework or crafts, or having breakfast or snacks. The second island has ample space for storage and books and acts as a staging area from the kitchen to the dinner table. The kitchen perimeter and both islands are painted in Benjamin Moore’s Paper White. The wall cabinets flanking the sink have wire mesh fronts in a statuary bronze – the insides of these cabinets are painted blue to match the range. The breakfast room cabinetry is Benjamin Moore’s Lampblack with the interiors of the glass cabinets painted in Paper White to match the kitchen. All countertops are Vermont White Quartzite from Eastern Stone. The backsplash is Artistic Tile’s Kyoto White and Kyoto Steel. The fireclay apron-front main sink is from Rohl while the smaller prep sink is from Linkasink. All faucets are from Waterstone in their antique pewter finish. The brass hardware is from Armac Martin and the pendants above the center island are from Circa Lighting. The appliances, aside from the range, are a mix of Sub-Zero, Thermador and Bosch with panels on everything.

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Renovated an optometry office into a casual quick service restaurant.
Minimalist home design photo in Denver
Minimalist home design photo in Denver

Our inspiration for this home was an updated and refined approach to Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Prairie-style”; one that responds well to the harsh Central Texas heat. By DESIGN we achieved soft balanced and glare-free daylighting, comfortable temperatures via passive solar control measures, energy efficiency without reliance on maintenance-intensive Green “gizmos” and lower exterior maintenance.
The client’s desire for a healthy, comfortable and fun home to raise a young family and to accommodate extended visitor stays, while being environmentally responsible through “high performance” building attributes, was met. Harmonious response to the site’s micro-climate, excellent Indoor Air Quality, enhanced natural ventilation strategies, and an elegant bug-free semi-outdoor “living room” that connects one to the outdoors are a few examples of the architect’s approach to Green by Design that results in a home that exceeds the expectations of its owners.
Photo by Mark Adams Media

Kitchen view of the country house near Florence - Tuscany - with travertine floor by Pietre di Rapolano Light Blend Pdr067
Inspiration for a mid-sized shabby-chic style travertine floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Florence with an integrated sink, medium tone wood cabinets and no island
Inspiration for a mid-sized shabby-chic style travertine floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Florence with an integrated sink, medium tone wood cabinets and no island

A Vermont second home renovation used for an active family who skis. Photos by Matthew Niemann Photography.
Inspiration for a contemporary light wood floor and beige floor great room remodel in Dallas with white walls
Inspiration for a contemporary light wood floor and beige floor great room remodel in Dallas with white walls

Staying true to the design concept, this bathroom has clean, crisp lines thoughout. A beautiful 3 piece pendant chandelier adds a striking but subtle effect to this Modern European bathroom.
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Written by Mary Kate Hogan for Westchester Home Magazine.
"The Goal: The family that cooks together has the most fun — especially when their kitchen is equipped with four ovens and tons of workspace. After a first-floor renovation of a home for a couple with four grown children, the new kitchen features high-tech appliances purchased through Royal Green and a custom island with a connected table to seat family, friends, and cooking spectators. An old dining room was eliminated, and the whole area was transformed into one open, L-shaped space with a bar and family room.
“They wanted to expand the kitchen and have more of an entertaining room for their family gatherings,” says designer Danielle Florie. She designed the kitchen so that two or three people can work at the same time, with a full sink in the island that’s big enough for cleaning vegetables or washing pots and pans.
Key Features:
Well-Stocked Bar: The bar area adjacent to the kitchen doubles as a coffee center. Topped with a leathered brown marble, the bar houses the coffee maker as well as a wine refrigerator, beverage fridge, and built-in ice maker. Upholstered swivel chairs encourage people to gather and stay awhile.
Finishing Touches: Counters around the kitchen and the island are covered with a Cambria quartz that has the light, airy look the homeowners wanted and resists stains and scratches. A geometric marble tile backsplash is an eye-catching decorative element.
Into the Wood: The larger table in the kitchen was handmade for the family and matches the island base. On the floor, wood planks with a warm gray tone run diagonally for added interest."
Bilotta Designer: Danielle Florie
Photographer: Phillip Ennis

Challenge
This 2001 riverfront home was purchased by the owners in 2015 and immediately renovated. Progressive Design Build was hired at that time to remodel the interior, with tentative plans to remodel their outdoor living space as a second phase design/build remodel. True to their word, after completing the interior remodel, this young family turned to Progressive Design Build in 2017 to address known zoning regulations and restrictions in their backyard and build an outdoor living space that was fit for entertaining and everyday use.
The homeowners wanted a pool and spa, outdoor living room, kitchen, fireplace and covered patio. They also wanted to stay true to their home’s Old Florida style architecture while also adding a Jamaican influence to the ceiling detail, which held sentimental value to the homeowners who honeymooned in Jamaica.
Solution
To tackle the known zoning regulations and restrictions in the backyard, the homeowners researched and applied for a variance. With the variance in hand, Progressive Design Build sat down with the homeowners to review several design options. These options included:
Option 1) Modifications to the original pool design, changing it to be longer and narrower and comply with an existing drainage easement
Option 2) Two different layouts of the outdoor living area
Option 3) Two different height elevations and options for the fire pit area
Option 4) A proposed breezeway connecting the new area with the existing home
After reviewing the options, the homeowners chose the design that placed the pool on the backside of the house and the outdoor living area on the west side of the home (Option 1).
It was important to build a patio structure that could sustain a hurricane (a Southwest Florida necessity), and provide substantial sun protection. The new covered area was supported by structural columns and designed as an open-air porch (with no screens) to allow for an unimpeded view of the Caloosahatchee River. The open porch design also made the area feel larger, and the roof extension was built with substantial strength to survive severe weather conditions.
The pool and spa were connected to the adjoining patio area, designed to flow seamlessly into the next. The pool deck was designed intentionally in a 3-color blend of concrete brick with freeform edge detail to mimic the natural river setting. Bringing the outdoors inside, the pool and fire pit were slightly elevated to create a small separation of space.
Result
All of the desirable amenities of a screened porch were built into an open porch, including electrical outlets, a ceiling fan/light kit, TV, audio speakers, and a fireplace. The outdoor living area was finished off with additional storage for cushions, ample lighting, an outdoor dining area, a smoker, a grill, a double-side burner, an under cabinet refrigerator, a major ventilation system, and water supply plumbing that delivers hot and cold water to the sinks.
Because the porch is under a roof, we had the option to use classy woods that would give the structure a natural look and feel. We chose a dark cypress ceiling with a gloss finish, replicating the same detail that the homeowners experienced in Jamaica. This created a deep visceral and emotional reaction from the homeowners to their new backyard.
The family now spends more time outdoors enjoying the sights, sounds and smells of nature. Their professional lives allow them to take a trip to paradise right in their backyard—stealing moments that reflect on the past, but are also enjoyed in the present.

Our client had an outdated bathroom that he wanted to renovate. He liked a neutral “greige” color scheme and wanted something “more exciting” than the standard subway tile. A soaking tub was a must! He needed a turnkey company that could deliver on time, and he found JRP Design & Remodel’s reputation and commitment to timelines was needed.
The design features a minimalist bathroom boasting clean lines. The grey palette, simple tub, and incredible views make for a serene design. The footprint stayed the same, with the corner tub being replaced with a freestanding tub, it allowed for more room for the shower. This bathroom is brought upmarket with bold matte black fixtures and fittings that keep this bathroom perfectly practical yet sleek. A picture window onto the beautiful foliage and mountains affords a beautiful connection with nature and the outdoors.
Photographer: Andrew - OpenHouse VC
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