This guest bedroom redesign was thoughtfully curated to feel both serene and highly functional, blending a modern coastal aesthetic with rich texture and intentional comfort. The space plays beautifully with layered shades of blue, creating a calm, inviting atmosphere that feels fresh yet timeless. Soft coastal hues are grounded by warm wood tones, adding depth and balance while preventing the space from feeling overly themed. Texture takes center stage throughout the room—woven accents, tactile fabrics, and subtle contrasts bring visual interest and a relaxed, lived-in feel. Functional design was a priority, ensuring guests enjoy both beauty and convenience. Charging nightstands provide modern-day ease, while a dedicated writing desk creates a versatile moment for work, journaling, or quiet reflection. Thoughtfully selected furniture with ample built-in drawer storage keeps the room clutter-free and effortlessly organized. Every detail was chosen to enhance comfort, usability, and style—resulting in a guest bedroom that feels elevated yet welcoming, intentional yet relaxed. This is a space designed for rest, connection, and a truly memorable stay.

COMING SOON | Modern Residence in Canton, Georgia A first look at our latest residential interior design project — an extraordinary 8,000-square-foot residence currently taking shape in Canton, GA. Designed with a focus on architectural expression, thoughtful functionality, and distinctive details, this home offers much more than beautiful interiors. A few highlights of what's to come: • A statement kitchen featuring bespoke cabinetry, dramatic Patagonia stone, a sculptural island, and integrated architectural lighting. • An open-concept living area with a custom plaster fireplace and floor-to-ceiling cabinetry. • A main-level primary suite with a statement fireplace, private wet bar, separate walk-in closets, and a spa-inspired bathroom. • Individually designed bathrooms, each with its own character and material palette. • Dedicated wellness spaces, including a private sauna, spa room, and home gym. • Thoughtful everyday conveniences, including a strategically located pet wash station and seamless connections between the mudroom, pantry, and kitchen. Every space tells its own story, yet together they create one cohesive design experience. And this is just the beginning. We're excited to share these first 3D visualizations as the project moves closer to completion. Stay tuned for the transformation! Contemporary LUX Interiors Modern & Contemporary Interior Design | Metro Atlanta Explore more of our work at contemporarylux.com

This guest bedroom redesign was thoughtfully curated to feel both serene and highly functional, blending a modern coastal aesthetic with rich texture and intentional comfort. The space plays beautifully with layered shades of blue, creating a calm, inviting atmosphere that feels fresh yet timeless. Soft coastal hues are grounded by warm wood tones, adding depth and balance while preventing the space from feeling overly themed. Texture takes center stage throughout the room—woven accents, tactile fabrics, and subtle contrasts bring visual interest and a relaxed, lived-in feel. Functional design was a priority, ensuring guests enjoy both beauty and convenience. Charging nightstands provide modern-day ease, while a dedicated writing desk creates a versatile moment for work, journaling, or quiet reflection. Thoughtfully selected furniture with ample built-in drawer storage keeps the room clutter-free and effortlessly organized. Every detail was chosen to enhance comfort, usability, and style—resulting in a guest bedroom that feels elevated yet welcoming, intentional yet relaxed. This is a space designed for rest, connection, and a truly memorable stay.

This thoughtfully designed mudroom blends style, durability, and everyday function, creating a welcoming transition space perfect for busy family living. The patterned tile flooring becomes an instant focal point—its bold, intricate design adds personality while offering durability and easy maintenance in a high-traffic area. A custom built-in bench with open cubbies keeps shoes, bags, and daily essentials neatly organized, while the white paneled wall with matte black hooks provides ample space for coats and backpacks. Warm wood cabinetry introduces natural texture and contrast, offering both upper and lower storage alongside a convenient utility sink with a dark stone countertop—ideal for rinsing boots, cleaning up after outdoor activities, or managing household tasks. The glass door floods the room with light and connects directly to the outdoors, enhancing visibility and making the space feel open and bright. This mudroom balances beauty and function, combining practical storage solutions, easy-clean materials, and stylish finishes to create an efficient everyday entry point that stays organized while elevating the home's overall aesthetic.

In 2023, spoga+gafa in Cologne once again confirmed its relevance as the world's largest garden lifestyle and BBQ trade fair and further expanded its position as the leading international trade and networking platform for the green industry. The uniting strength of gardens has hardly ever been as important as today. They bring people together, regardless of their origin, status or beliefs. Social Gardens begin where gardening, plants or relaxing outdoors become social interaction. They promote the community, health and regeneration and create an awareness for the natural environment. With its key theme Social Gardens, spoga+gafa 2023 is focusing on gardens, balconies and terraces as connecting, diverse and sustainable places of encounter. HIGOLD's team decorated the exhibition as a garden. The HIGOLD team decorated the exhibition as a garden, bringing together a lot of elite people interested in outdoor furniture, and we talked about the idea of outdoor furniture. This applies more than ever today after two years of pandemic and in the face of the current global political situation. As a place of joint retreat gardens and green spaces in general are gaining more and more significance. They offer a place of refuge for recovering from the fast-paced everyday routine and bring people together. Outdoor furniture is essential in garden style,they allow us to stay in the garden and enjoy free talking time.Every outdoor furniture has thereby a social and interactive quality in addition to its functional and creative characteristics.Indeed, the social interaction is what actually lends a garden its own special magic: The garden hosepipe or the sprinkler the children play with in the sun; the outdoor lounge suite the family relaxes on together; the raised flowerbed the neighbours all jointly use to plant vegetables or the grill used for having a BBQ with friends.

This guest bedroom redesign was thoughtfully curated to feel both serene and highly functional, blending a modern coastal aesthetic with rich texture and intentional comfort. The space plays beautifully with layered shades of blue, creating a calm, inviting atmosphere that feels fresh yet timeless. Soft coastal hues are grounded by warm wood tones, adding depth and balance while preventing the space from feeling overly themed. Texture takes center stage throughout the room—woven accents, tactile fabrics, and subtle contrasts bring visual interest and a relaxed, lived-in feel. Functional design was a priority, ensuring guests enjoy both beauty and convenience. Charging nightstands provide modern-day ease, while a dedicated writing desk creates a versatile moment for work, journaling, or quiet reflection. Thoughtfully selected furniture with ample built-in drawer storage keeps the room clutter-free and effortlessly organized. Every detail was chosen to enhance comfort, usability, and style—resulting in a guest bedroom that feels elevated yet welcoming, intentional yet relaxed. This is a space designed for rest, connection, and a truly memorable stay.

Transforming Santorini B&B: A Design Journey Hello, fellow design aficionados! ? We're excited to share the story of our latest project, the Santorini B&B in Ottawa, right here on our Houzz profile. Get ready to be inspired by this stunning transformation! Midnight Magic: Imagine a deep, captivating blue that whispers of moonlit nights. That's Moscow Midnight by Sherwin Williams, the star of our exterior design. We've spray painted the doors and windows with this enchanting shade, adding a touch of Mediterranean allure to the heart of Ottawa. Nuance for Elegance: But there's more to this story. Every stucco on the Santorini B&B now boasts Nuance (SW 7049) by Sherwin Williams—a bright white with a subtle green undertone that exudes sophistication. It provides the perfect canvas for this architectural gem, blending timelessness with a breath of fresh air. ✨ The Magic of Spray Painting: Let's talk about the magic of spray painting. It's not just about color; it's about the flawless finish. Say goodbye to brush or roller marks! Spray painting is swift, efficient, and lends a sleek, professional look to your space. Plus, it's eco-friendly, reducing paint wastage and overspray. Stay Tuned for the Reveal: We're on the verge of completing this enchanting project. Soon, we'll unveil the before-and-after photos that showcase the breathtaking transformation where architectural elegance meets midnight magic. Let's Connect: Have questions about your own project or design ideas you'd like to explore? Reach out to us; we'd love to chat about turning your space into a haven of enchantment. #SantoriniInspiration #MidnightMagic #ExteriorPainting #SprayPainting

“I want mid-century modern, but livable.” The homeowner was an architect herself, so this project came with high expectations and a very specific vision. She’d been sketching ideas for months, and when we finally sat down together, she handed us a folder full of reference images—all clean lines, warm wood, and that perfect balance between minimalism and comfort. What we created exceeded even her expectations. The kitchen embodies understated sophistication with horizontal-grain walnut cabinets that wrap three walls in warm, organic beauty. We designed them as flat-panel, slab-front doors—no fussy details, just pure material honesty. The upper cabinets sit flush against the ceiling, maximizing storage while maintaining those clean modernist lines. The island became the functional heart of the space—topped with crisp white quartz that provides contrast against all that rich wood. It’s sized perfectly for quick breakfast with a barstool, but doesn’t overwhelm the compact footprint. That white subway tile backsplash keeps things classic and bright, while polished concrete floors ground everything with industrial-cool texture. Technically, this renovation required opening up the space to create better flow. We removed a wall section (you can see that dramatic archway leading from the living area) and installed a steel beam to maintain structural support. The new layout connects seamlessly to the backyard through those floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors—very California indoor-outdoor living. The vaulted ceiling with skylights was already there, but we added recessed LED lighting to ensure the workspace stays bright even on overcast days. All new electrical, upgraded plumbing, and a ventilation system hidden behind that streamlined range hood.

Overlooking the iconic Bosphorus Strait, this Istanbul condominium blends contemporary comfort with panoramic sea and city views. Furnished by LAZZONI, the living room and bedroom reflect a refined approach to modern living, inspired by the calming principles of Japandi design—a fusion of Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian functionality. Natural textures, muted tones, and clean-lined furniture bring warmth and simplicity to the space. In the living area, soft upholstery and sleek surfaces emphasize light and openness, while the bedroom offers a peaceful, uncluttered retreat. Every detail—from layout to materials—was chosen to embody balance, intentionality, and a sense of grounded tranquility. This project captures LAZZONI’s vision of design-led serenity, where elevated interiors connect with both natural surroundings and everyday function. In the living space, a clean-lined modular sofa anchors the room, complemented by sleek accent pieces that reflect natural light and enhance the open layout. The bedroom continues the theme of minimal comfort, with soft textures, warm tones, and space-maximizing elements ideal for high-rise living. This project reflects LAZZONI’s vision of modern luxury, where every piece is tailored to elevate daily life while staying rooted in simplicity and function—all set against one of the most captivating backdrops in the world.

Overlooking the iconic Bosphorus Strait, this Istanbul condominium blends contemporary comfort with panoramic sea and city views. Furnished by LAZZONI, the living room and bedroom reflect a refined approach to modern living, inspired by the calming principles of Japandi design—a fusion of Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian functionality. Natural textures, muted tones, and clean-lined furniture bring warmth and simplicity to the space. In the living area, soft upholstery and sleek surfaces emphasize light and openness, while the bedroom offers a peaceful, uncluttered retreat. Every detail—from layout to materials—was chosen to embody balance, intentionality, and a sense of grounded tranquility. This project captures LAZZONI’s vision of design-led serenity, where elevated interiors connect with both natural surroundings and everyday function. In the living space, a clean-lined modular sofa anchors the room, complemented by sleek accent pieces that reflect natural light and enhance the open layout. The bedroom continues the theme of minimal comfort, with soft textures, warm tones, and space-maximizing elements ideal for high-rise living. This project reflects LAZZONI’s vision of modern luxury, where every piece is tailored to elevate daily life while staying rooted in simplicity and function—all set against one of the most captivating backdrops in the world.

This guest bedroom redesign was thoughtfully curated to feel both serene and highly functional, blending a modern coastal aesthetic with rich texture and intentional comfort. The space plays beautifully with layered shades of blue, creating a calm, inviting atmosphere that feels fresh yet timeless. Soft coastal hues are grounded by warm wood tones, adding depth and balance while preventing the space from feeling overly themed. Texture takes center stage throughout the room—woven accents, tactile fabrics, and subtle contrasts bring visual interest and a relaxed, lived-in feel. Functional design was a priority, ensuring guests enjoy both beauty and convenience. Charging nightstands provide modern-day ease, while a dedicated writing desk creates a versatile moment for work, journaling, or quiet reflection. Thoughtfully selected furniture with ample built-in drawer storage keeps the room clutter-free and effortlessly organized. Every detail was chosen to enhance comfort, usability, and style—resulting in a guest bedroom that feels elevated yet welcoming, intentional yet relaxed. This is a space designed for rest, connection, and a truly memorable stay.

Tradition meets modern in this open concept full home remodel by DJL Builders. A spacious entry opens immediately to formal dining highlighted with a stacked-stone fireplace. Connected living and kitchen keep the open concept flowing. Upstairs, the master suite is capped in dramatic style with a centered jet tub and walk-in shower flanked by his-and-her vanities. A walk-in closet is hidden behind the back wall. Let DJL Builders design and build your dream home. Give us a call today! Project Location: Plymouth, MI CJ South Photography

We loved updating this 1977 house giving our clients a more transitional kitchen, living room and powder bath. Our clients are very busy and didn’t want too many options. Our designers narrowed down their selections and gave them just enough options to choose from without being overwhelming. In the kitchen, we replaced the cabinetry without changing the locations of the walls, doors openings or windows. All finished were replaced with beautiful cabinets, counter tops, sink, back splash and faucet hardware. In the Master bathroom, we added all new finishes. There are two closets in the bathroom that did not change but everything else did. We.added pocket doors to the bedroom, where there were no doors before. Our clients wanted taller 36” height cabinets and a seated makeup vanity, so we were able to accommodate those requests without any problems. We added new lighting, mirrors, counter top and all new plumbing fixtures in addition to removing the soffits over the vanities and the shower, really opening up the space and giving it a new modern look. They had also been living with the cold and hot water reversed in the shower, so we also fixed that for them! In their den, they wanted to update the dark paneling, remove the large stone from the curved fireplace wall and they wanted a new mantel. We flattened the wall, added a TV niche above fireplace and moved the cable connections, so they have exactly what they wanted. We left the wood paneling on the walls but painted them a light color to brighten up the room. There was a small wet bar between the den and their family room. They liked the bar area but didn’t feel that they needed the sink, so we removed and capped the water lines and gave the bar an updated look by adding new counter tops and shelving. They had some previous water damage to their floors, so the wood flooring was replaced throughout the den and all connecting areas, making the transition from one room to the other completely seamless. In the end, the clients love their new space and are able to really enjoy their updated home and now plan stay there for a little longer! Design/Remodel by Hatfield Builders & Remodelers | Photography by Versatile Imaging Less

Several years ago, one couple began an extensive renovation of this East Denver home. The residence was originally designed by Victor Hornbein, a legendary local architect best known for his work (along with Ed White) on the Boettcher Memorial Tropical Conservatory at the Denver Botanic Gardens. The homeowner, himself an architect, spearheaded the project with the goal of staying true to Hornbein's original vision. Part of the two-year restoration included the addition of state-of-the-art appliances and lighting, and eventually the planning of the audio/video. Because the homeowners wanted to have the functionality of a first-rate home theater in a multipurpose room, ListenUp designed a setup featuring a wall-mounted 84-inch Sony 4K TV. The sleek Salamander credenza houses a McIntosh LCR80 center channel speaker, the top-of-the-line MX151 preamp/processor, an MC303 pwoer amp, and the MVP 891 universal disc player. The credenza is flanked by tow McIntosh XR100 speakers whose high-gloss finish mirrors that of the cabinet's smoked-glass doors. The surround channels are handled by two CS100 in-ceiling speakers, and three REL subwoofers deliver dramatic deep bass. This is truly a whole-house audio system, with 12 zones of audio throughout the home and outdoor areas. Family members can access their favorite music services and music stored on a local hard drive. A high-quality Pro-Ject turntable is even wired into the system. In the kitchen and some of the other first-floor rooms, the mid-century modern design is enhanced by custom wood and fabric grille covers for the architectural speakers. The pool area benefits from a Sonance outdoor system that employs strategically located speakers along with an underground subwoofer. And, of course, it's all connected to the Sonos system for endless entertainment options. Photo Credit: Vicki Kerr Photography

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We loved updating this 1977 house giving our clients a more transitional kitchen, living room and powder bath. Our clients are very busy and didn’t want too many options. Our designers narrowed down their selections and gave them just enough options to choose from without being overwhelming. In the kitchen, we replaced the cabinetry without changing the locations of the walls, doors openings or windows. All finished were replaced with beautiful cabinets, counter tops, sink, back splash and faucet hardware. In the Master bathroom, we added all new finishes. There are two closets in the bathroom that did not change but everything else did. We.added pocket doors to the bedroom, where there were no doors before. Our clients wanted taller 36” height cabinets and a seated makeup vanity, so we were able to accommodate those requests without any problems. We added new lighting, mirrors, counter top and all new plumbing fixtures in addition to removing the soffits over the vanities and the shower, really opening up the space and giving it a new modern look. They had also been living with the cold and hot water reversed in the shower, so we also fixed that for them! In their living room, they wanted to update the dark paneling, remove the large stone from the curved fireplace wall and they wanted a new mantel. We flattened the wall, added a TV niche above fireplace and moved the cable connections, so they have exactly what they wanted. We left the wood paneling on the walls but painted them a light color to brighten up the room. There was a small wet bar between the living room and their family room. They liked the bar area but didn’t feel that they needed the sink, so we removed and capped the water lines and gave the bar an updated look by adding new counter tops and shelving. They had some previous water damage to their floors, so the wood flooring was replaced throughout the den and all connecting areas, making the transition from one room to the other completely seamless. In the end, the clients love their new space and are able to really enjoy their updated home and now plan stay there for a little longer! Design/Remodel by Hatfield Builders & Remodelers | Photography by Versatile Imaging Less

As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards For years, Jeff and Ellen Miller spent their vacations sailing in Northern Michigan—so they had plenty of time to check out which small harbor town they might like to retire to someday. When that time arrived several years ago, they looked at properties up and down the coast and along inland lakes. When they discovered a sweet piece on the outskirts of Boyne City that included waterfront and a buildable lot, with a garage on it, across the street, they knew they’d found home. The couple figured they could find plans for their dream lake cottage online. After all, they weren’t looking to build anything grandiose. Just a small-to-medium sized contemporary Craftsman. But after an unfruitful online search they gave up, frustrated. Every plan they found had the back of the house facing the water—they needed a blueprint for a home that fronted on the water. The Millers first met the woman, Stephanie Baldwin, Owner & President of Edgewater Design Group, who solved that issue and a number of others on the 2015 Northern Home & Cottage Petoskey Area Home Tour. Baldwin’s home that year was a smart, 2000-square cottage on Crooked Lake with simple lines and a Craftsman sensibility. That home proved to the couple that Edgewater Design Group is as proficient at small homes as the larger ones they are often known for. Edgewater Design Group did indeed come up with the perfect plan for the Millers. At 2400 square feet, the simple Craftsman with its 3 bedrooms, vaulted ceiling in the great room and upstairs deck is everything the Millers wanted—including the fact that construction stayed within their budget. An extra courtesy of working with the talented design team is a screened in porch facing the lake (“She told us, of course you have to have a screened in porch,” Ellen says. “And we love it!’) Edgewater’s other touches are more subtle. The Millers wanted to keep the garage, but the home needed to be sited on a small knoll some feet away in order to capture the views of Lake Charlevoix across the street. The solution is a covered walkway and steps that are so artful they enhance the home. Another favor Baldwin did for them was to connect them with Legacy Construction, a firm known for its craftsmanship and attention to detail. The Miller home, outfitted with touches including custom molding, cherry cabinetry, a stunning custom range hood, built in shelving and custom vanities. A warm hickory floor and lovely earth-toned Craftsman-style color palette pull it all together, while a fireplace mantel hewn from a tree taken on the property rounds out this gracious lake cottage.

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.

Sommerhus is a private retreat for two empty-nesters. The clients purchased the previous cabin after falling in love with its location on a private, lakefront peninsula. However, this beautiful site was a challenging site to build on, due to its position sandwiched between the lake and protected wet land. The clients disliked the old cabin because it could only be used in the summer months, due to its lack of both insulation and heat. In addition, it was too small for their needs. They wanted to build a new, larger retreat, but were met with yet another constraint: the new cabin would be limited to the previous cabin’s small footprint. Thus, they decided to approach an architect to design their dream cabin. As the clients described, “We visited Denmark for a family wedding in 2015, and while biking near Gilleleje, a fishing village on the Baltic Sea, we fell in love with the aesthetic of ‘Sommerhus’: dark exteriors, clean, simple lines, and lots of windows.” We set out to design a cabin that fit this aesthetic while also meeting the site’s constraints. The clients were committed to keeping all existing trees on their site. In addition, zoning codes required the new retreat to stay within the previous cabin's small footprint. Thus, to maximize the square footage of the cabin without removing trees or expanding the footprint, the new structure had to grow vertically. At the same time, the clients wanted to be good neighbors. To them, this meant that their cabin should disappear into the woods, especially when viewed from the lake. To accomplish both these requests, the architect selected a dark exterior metal façade that would visually retreat into the trees. The metal siding is a modern, low-maintenance, and cost-effective solution, especially when compared to traditional wood siding. Warm wood on the soffits of the large roof overhang contrast with the metal siding. Sommerhus's resulting exterior is just as the clients’ requested: boldly modern yet respectful of the serene surroundings. The homeowners desired a beach-house-inspired interior, full of light and warmth, in contrast to the dark exterior. As the homeowner explained, “I wanted it to feel like a porch inside.” To achieve this, the living room has two walls of sliding glass doors that connect to the wrap-around porch. This creates a beautiful, indoor-outdoor living space. The crisp and bright kitchen also connects to the porch with the window that opens to an outdoor counter - perfect for passing food and drinks to those lounging on the porch. The kitchen is open to the rest of the first-floor entertaining space, and brings a playful, beach-house feel to the cabin. After the completion of the project, the homeowners remarked, “Working with Christopher and Eric [of CSA] was a wonderful experience. We absolutely love our home, and each season on the lake is more special than the last.”