The Challenge: Create a rugged yet warm farmhouse feel in a high rise tower. Start with an entire 9600 gross square foot penthouse floor of raw concrete floor, walls and ceiling. Devise inventive ways to address intractable existing conditions including a plumbing layout inconsistent with our Client program, a relatively low ceiling and a massive elevator core and yet take of advantage of panoramic views of the city from all sides. For example, rather than make a bulky drywall enclosure for existing pipes that poke thru the kitchen counter, they are wrapped with antique painted galvanized sheet metal to keep sight lines around the corner as open as possible. Or, transform an unattractive and inconveniently located 24” diameter vertical duct in the middle of Samantha’s and Hannah’s (grandchildren’s) guest bedroom into part of a lovely arched top bed nook. Or, disguise a chase for above floor plumbing runs as the base for an open buffet counter. The oppressive elevator lobby was shortened; terminating in handmade glass and steel garden doors at both ends. Custom details include a groined vaulted ceiling and arched openings with stone pilasters (for future trompe-l’oeil images of a Tuscany countryside). To maximize a feeling of height, the ceilings start low and get higher as they progress to the outside walls. The Program: Create a five bedroom condo for an elderly couple with specific and different needs. Mr. likes his privacy and to stay up late into the night on the internet. He likes order. Mrs. has some physical limits that have been addressed in various ways such as shorter travel distances, a step down shower, raised dishwasher and custom cast (to ensure that they won’t rust) iron grab bars. She prefers more disorder. Spaces should be visually arresting, full of detail and easy to maintain. Private spaces include separate master bathrooms, his and her offices and a multi screened Media Room. The balance of the floor must link spaces into one continuous open room along the south and east elevations using large elements yet keeping an intimate scale, sound control and privacy. For example, a substantial fireplace made of old barn timber framing, country stone and a hammered iron grill is strategically located at the critical Southeast corner. Above, black iron offset pintel hardware allow custom double doors to hide a large flat screen TV. High technology is in place for inconspicuous yet easy use. Icon driven key pads operate lighting, window treatments, audio visual systems with multiple sources and access to movie and music databases and five HVAC zones with independent humidity controls. Outstanding Features: Exterior masonry walls have stone culled from five quarries. Sprinkled throughout are surprises - bricks with words as messages from the past, wood trimmed niches and colored glass. Glass pieces set in window corners offer bursts of color when backlit by the sun. These materials are assembled in a rough irregular fashion to look like the work of a mason from the Italian countryside. Interior ceilings and walls have overlapping layers of two plaster colors. Perimeter ceilings are made of smooth random width cedar. Rough planed cedar beams hide ductwork and allow the maximum ceiling height between them. Custom details are everywhere-consider the ten foot barn doors on overhead track at the service elevator, cedar benches/storage areas that run below window banks, antique air registers, acid washed piano hinges and transom window operators and existing concrete piers that are featured instead of hidden. The floors are made of random width wide plank old oak with hand planed faces and edges. Overall, the elements were carefully selected or painted/stained to form a soft muted gray palate The Country kitchen features an old fashioned style ice box appearance for the refrigerator/freezer, a tin ceiling, a distressed assortment of cabinets in multiple heights, colors and woods such as the cherry wood buffet cabinet with sliding glass doors on both sides. A backlit breakfast counter, a hammered copper hood and chicken wire inserts are part of the effort to make a comfortable, eclectic old fashioned looking Kitchen while containing the latest appliances and storage systems. Awards: This project has won several kitchen and bath awards: Felman Kitchen Awards 2009 St. Louis Homes and Lifestyles Kitchen of the Year – Gold Award 2008-2009 SubZero Wolf Kitchen Design Contest – Regional Winner, Regional Designer’s Choice 2010 NKBA Art of the Industry – Pinnacle of Design Award 2010 NKBA Art of the Industry – First Place Medium Kitchen 2010 NKBA Art of the Industry – Consumer’s Choice Award 2010 K&BB Kitchen of the Year Award Felman Bath Awards 2010 Ladue News Award—Master Bathroom

This kitchen features a unique island. It's large enough for six people, and even a couple more if necessary. Imagine cooking in this kitchen with the island range hood on, while conversing with your guests! Simply turn it to one of the lower speeds and it'll be easy to socialize. The white shaker style cabinets and granite countertops complement each other beautifully – and the island range hood is a great focal point. The PLFI 750 is a beautiful island range hood for your kitchen. It features a unique, sleek rectangular design that looks great in any kitchen. The PLFI 750 includes an 1100 CFM blower. With this powerful blower, you can cook fried, greasy, Chinese, and other high-heat foods with ease. Your kitchen air will stay incredibly clean and you'll be comfortable while cooking. This island hood is also versatile, allowing you to adjust between six different blower speeds. The PLFI 750 includes dishwasher-safe stainless steel baffle filters. This saves you time cleaning and gives you more time to spend with your family or guests. Four LED lights brighten your range, keeping you on task while cooking. There's no need to find additional lighting! Take a look at the specs below: Hood depth: 23.6" Hood height: 3.2" Sones: 7.8 Duct size: 10" Number of lights: 4 Power: 110v / 60 hz For more information, click on the link below. https://www.prolinerangehoods.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=PLFI%20750

What once felt like a series of separate rooms now lives as one cohesive, light-filled space. This renovation transformed a confined kitchen and underused formal dining room into a central hub for daily life — complete with custom cabinetry, improved layout flow, and backyard views. Walls were removed, circulation improved, and smart storage added, all while staying true to the homeowners’ love of natural light and simple, purposeful design. The result is a more connected first floor, where the kitchen, dining, and sitting areas now feel naturally linked and effortless to live in.

What once felt like a series of separate rooms now lives as one cohesive, light-filled space. This renovation transformed a confined kitchen and underused formal dining room into a central hub for daily life — complete with custom cabinetry, improved layout flow, and backyard views. Walls were removed, circulation improved, and smart storage added, all while staying true to the homeowners’ love of natural light and simple, purposeful design. The result is a more connected first floor, where the kitchen, dining, and sitting areas now feel naturally linked and effortless to live in.

What once felt like a series of separate rooms now lives as one cohesive, light-filled space. This renovation transformed a confined kitchen and underused formal dining room into a central hub for daily life — complete with custom cabinetry, improved layout flow, and backyard views. Walls were removed, circulation improved, and smart storage added, all while staying true to the homeowners’ love of natural light and simple, purposeful design. The result is a more connected first floor, where the kitchen, dining, and sitting areas now feel naturally linked and effortless to live in.

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The PLFI 750 is a beautiful island range hood for your kitchen. It features a unique, sleek rectangular design that looks great in any kitchen. The PLFI 750 includes an 1100 CFM blower. With this powerful blower, you can cook fried, greasy, Chinese, and other high-heat foods with ease. Your kitchen air will stay incredibly clean and you'll be comfortable while cooking. This island hood is also versatile, allowing you to adjust between six different blower speeds. The PLFI 750 includes dishwasher-safe stainless steel baffle filters. This saves you time cleaning and gives you more time to spend with your family or guests. Four LED lights brighten your range, keeping you on task while cooking. There's no need to find additional lighting! Take a look at the specs below: Hood depth: 23.6" Hood height: 3.2" Sones: 7.8 Duct size: 10" Number of lights: 4 Power: 110v / 60 hz For more information, click on the link below. https://www.prolinerangehoods.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=PLFI%20750

Picture updating a small Denver home into a mid-century gem without leaving your favorite spot. Denver Modern adds a second story and basement to an 850 SF house, creating room for family while keeping that essential backyard for fun and relaxation. The growing family adored their location but outgrew the space. They wanted a vertical expansion to stay put, with southern alignment for shade and big doors linking inside to out for easy flow. Narrow lots limit options, but adding up instead of out preserved the yard. It solves space needs while enhancing light and connection, turning a cramped setup into an open, inviting home. The concept embraces mid-century style – sleek lines and glass for modern charm, maximizing the lot with thoughtful additions that feel natural and expansive. Contemporary builds ensure strength and function, using materials that blend timeless design with practical urban living. Open main floor for gatherings, with three bedrooms and baths upstairs for rest. Everything flows seamlessly to the backyard for everyday ease. Since Spring 2014, Denver Modern has been a family-friendly update that keeps roots strong. It offers space, light, and style, making it a joyful place to grow in the city.

Who would’ve thought that one of our favorite projects would be a GARAGE?!✨ Garages aren’t considered an especially glamorous space, but this project defied the odds! A beautifully designed space that adds tons of practical storage for the homeowners to stay organized. What’s not to like?! Click the link in our bio to view more photos of this stunning project!

What once felt like a series of separate rooms now lives as one cohesive, light-filled space. This renovation transformed a confined kitchen and underused formal dining room into a central hub for daily life — complete with custom cabinetry, improved layout flow, and backyard views. Walls were removed, circulation improved, and smart storage added, all while staying true to the homeowners’ love of natural light and simple, purposeful design. The result is a more connected first floor, where the kitchen, dining, and sitting areas now feel naturally linked and effortless to live in.

The PLFI 750 is a beautiful island range hood for your kitchen. It features a unique, sleek rectangular design that looks great in any kitchen. The PLFI 750 includes an 1100 CFM blower. With this powerful blower, you can cook fried, greasy, Chinese, and other high-heat foods with ease. Your kitchen air will stay incredibly clean and you'll be comfortable while cooking. This island hood is also versatile, allowing you to adjust between six different blower speeds. The PLFI 750 includes dishwasher-safe stainless steel baffle filters. This saves you time cleaning and gives you more time to spend with your family or guests. Four LED lights brighten your range, keeping you on task while cooking. There's no need to find additional lighting! Take a look at the specs below: Hood depth: 23.6" Hood height: 3.2" Sones: 7.8 Duct size: 10" Number of lights: 4 Power: 110v / 60 hz For more information, click on the link below. https://www.prolinerangehoods.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=PLFI%20750

Chimenea - is a traditional Mexican terracotta fireplace made entirely by hand by Mexican craftsmen. The fireplace gives pleasant radiant heat in the garden, patio, on the terrace. It works great as a traditional source of heat, and its workmanship and aesthetic decorations attract the eye and diversify the appearance of the surroundings. Thanks to the Mexican fireplace, you will be able to stay outside longer not only on colder days of the year, but also enjoy the beauty of your garden. Link: Fire palce

Chimenea - is a traditional Mexican terracotta fireplace made entirely by hand by Mexican craftsmen. The fireplace gives pleasant radiant heat in the garden, patio, on the terrace. It works great as a traditional source of heat, and its workmanship and aesthetic decorations attract the eye and diversify the appearance of the surroundings. Thanks to the Mexican fireplace, you will be able to stay outside longer not only on colder days of the year, but also enjoy the beauty of your garden. Link: Fire palce

Chimenea - is a traditional Mexican terracotta fireplace made entirely by hand by Mexican craftsmen. The fireplace gives pleasant radiant heat in the garden, patio, on the terrace. It works great as a traditional source of heat, and its workmanship and aesthetic decorations attract the eye and diversify the appearance of the surroundings. Thanks to the Mexican fireplace, you will be able to stay outside longer not only on colder days of the year, but also enjoy the beauty of your garden. Link: Fire palce

Chimenea - is a traditional Mexican terracotta fireplace made entirely by hand by Mexican craftsmen. The fireplace gives pleasant radiant heat in the garden, patio, on the terrace. It works great as a traditional source of heat, and its workmanship and aesthetic decorations attract the eye and diversify the appearance of the surroundings. Thanks to the Mexican fireplace, you will be able to stay outside longer not only on colder days of the year, but also enjoy the beauty of your garden. Link: Fire palce

Chimenea - is a traditional Mexican terracotta fireplace made entirely by hand by Mexican craftsmen. The fireplace gives pleasant radiant heat in the garden, patio, on the terrace. It works great as a traditional source of heat, and its workmanship and aesthetic decorations attract the eye and diversify the appearance of the surroundings. Thanks to the Mexican fireplace, you will be able to stay outside longer not only on colder days of the year, but also enjoy the beauty of your garden. Link: Fire palce

Chimenea - is a traditional Mexican terracotta fireplace made entirely by hand by Mexican craftsmen. The fireplace gives pleasant radiant heat in the garden, patio, on the terrace. It works great as a traditional source of heat, and its workmanship and aesthetic decorations attract the eye and diversify the appearance of the surroundings. Thanks to the Mexican fireplace, you will be able to stay outside longer not only on colder days of the year, but also enjoy the beauty of your garden. Link: Fire palce