This LEED-H Platinum-certified custom luxury home in Oregon demonstrates an exceptional commitment to excellence. Designed by Green Hammer architect Jan Fillinger, the Fineline House was designed and built with unprecedented precision — from the interior finishes to the state-of-the-art lighting, ventilation, and built-in home energy-monitoring systems. It utilizes Passivhaus detailing and 100% of the lumber used for the structure and framing of the project was Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC)-certified.

Photo: Peter Aaron
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary dark wood floor and brown floor great room remodel in New York with white walls and no fireplace

Dark cherry cabinets juxtaposed with an fully glass shower and modern light fixtures make this a truly transitional bath design. (We count call it eclectic also!) Great storage, a make-up/dressing station and a wonderful whirlpool tub complete the space. Because the tub is adjacent to an outside wall, we were able to have the equipment access outside and avoid unsightly access panels. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Brookhaven's Andover

Winnetka elevates the dining room with its classic, elegant presence. Each eco-friendly dining piece is crafted of solid mahogany certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).

Our client wanted a SIP built home and we incorporated this and many other energy and sustainability features into this home which was in the Sheboygan County Parade of Homes. Named "The Green Balanced Home", this project was all about creating practical and stunning living spaces that combined with sound environmental building materials and methods. By showcasing an assortment of leading-edge- green technologies, the Green Balanced Home was the talk of the Parade that year. In cooperation with our client, our methodology was: Start with the site: 1. Protected tree lines 2. Drought resistant vegetation 3. High proportion of natural, plantings versus higher maintenance lawn 4. Optimal home placement on lot for solar exposure 5. Narrower streets Build a high thermal envelope: 1. R-10 Gold Guard laminated EPS foam under basement, garage, and patio. 2. R-10 Gold Guard laminated EPS foam around exterior foundation walls. 3. R-10 ESP foam "shirt" around foundation 4. R-24 Structural Insulated panels (SIPs) for exterior walls, including garage 5. Sprayed foam in basement box sills and attic separation walls 6. R-15 garage door 7. R-60 blown cellulose attic insulation Add efficient heating, cooling, ventilation, and electric utilization elements: 1. High efficiency fireplace with auxiliary ducting 2. Pull-out exterior wood-loading drawer 3. Air-to-air heat pump 4. 95% efficient, ultra-quiet variable capacity furnace 5. 19 SEER air conditioner 6. Five zones with programmable thermostats 7. Heat reclamation from hot water usage 8. LED lighting 9. Skylights 10. Energy Star appliances 11. Prep for in-floor heating system 12. Prep for photovoltaic (PV) solar 13. Prep for solar hot water Incorporate water conservation: 1. Rain water recapture for toilet flushing and irrigation 2. Motion activated hot water circulation system 3. Power flush toilets 4. Dual flush toilets Create high indoor air quality: 1. HEPA and UV filters 2. Air-to-air exchanger 3. Ultra-quiet bathroom fans with moisture sensor activation Integrate sustainable, efficient materials: * Expanded polystyrene (ESP) foam that does not emit HCFC "greenhouse" gases * Oriented strand board (OSB) based siding, trim, and shutters * SIPs panels that contain ESP an OSB * Carpeting pads made from recycled materials * Stewardship-certified cabinet manufacturing * Job site recycling and reduce waste with SIPs

Julie Gabrielli redesigned the front door area to achieve more of a craftsman or mission look. New stonework for the patio and walk used local bluestone to create a handsome entrance.

A testament to innovation, sustainability, and familial harmony nestled within the serene confines of a Seattle neighborhood near Dahl Playfield. An eager young family embarking on their first foray into homeownership with a vision for a home that's as unique as it is integrated. In response to their aspirations, we crafted a residence that defies conformity—a departure from cookie-cutter designs while seamlessly blending into its surroundings. Our Dahl House features a distinctive slanted profile, subtly angled towards the sunlit south, optimizing natural light and solar panel efficiency. With sustainability as our guiding principle, every facet of the design prioritizes eco-consciousness. From superior insulation surpassing code requirements to energy-efficient LED lighting and solar-ready infrastructure, the home epitomizes environmental stewardship without compromising on style or comfort. Functionality meets charm in the heart of the home—the integrated kitchen, living, and dining areas—which serve as focal points for family interaction and engagement. Additionally, special provisions such as a dedicated study area for children and a whimsical loft enhance the home's livability and charm. In essence, our design isn't just a structure—it's a canvas for vibrant family life, where innovation meets intimacy, and sustainability coexists with style. Welcome to our Dahl House—a haven designed for interactive living, where every detail fosters connection and coziness.

Along South Boulder Creek near Eldorado Springs, Basecamp is more than a home—it’s the launching point for a couple’s next great adventure in retirement. This 3,500 square foot sanctuary reflects the homeowners’ love of art, wildlife, and quiet beauty. Working with Rodwin Architecture, they envisioned a home that honors the site, celebrates natural light, and supports aging in place—while creating daily moments of connection to the outdoors. The home is a spatially rich design with an open yet composed rhythm, where carefully framed views bring both privacy and panorama. The owners infused it with inspirations from Europe, including its traditional beam-work, a unique tearoom solarium, and an exquisite old-world kitchen. Inside, natural materials and layered finishes create a warm, inviting palette. Creamy Texas limestone wraps the fireplace hearth, while bold art, custom furnishings, and handcrafted details bring joyful character throughout. The great room anchors the home with vaulted ceilings, exposed timber beams, and expansive windows that capture views of the mountains and the creek. Window seats create intimate moments for reading, reflection, and wildlife watching. The home’s L-shaped plan places the great room on a 45-degree angle between wings to capture a perfect view across the meadow to the Flatirons – and carefully nestled between a pair of beloved hundred-year-old Cottonwoods. This gesture opens to a sweeping patio that cascades into the landscape, connecting every main living space to the outdoors. The site terraces down to restored creek banks, supporting safe passage for elk, deer, coyotes, and more through renewed wildlife corridors. Basecamp is also a model of ecological stewardship. After deconstructing the previous home, 89% of materials were diverted from the landfill through Perks Deconstruction. The new home achieved a HERS rating of 22 and includes a 9.6 kW rooftop solar array, a 20 SEER air-source heat pump, ERV, LED lighting, and low-flow fixtures. In partnership with a local biologist and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the team integrated subtle screening to protect the threatened Preble’s meadow jumping mouse by shielding night lighting. The result is a retreat that forms a partnership with its site —rooted in place, open to the wild—and true to its name: a Basecamp you reach after miles on the trail, where the light softens, wildflowers line the meadow, and you feel both held by the landscape and free within it. Built by Skycastle Construction.

Aphorisms are a key ingredient in the Craftsman style. This guest bath declares the homeowners love of life -- "Just one lifetime won't be enough for us." Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Brookhaven's Pelham Manor

Here is a traditional display with nods to Old World and wine country design. Nice maple cabinets and a wide open layout has inspired many clients' kitchens.

DeFranco Landscaping Inc. has been recognized with the Frank Leonbruno Memorial Lake Stewardship Award for 100% Native Plant Shoreline Buffers like this along the shores of Lake George. Their work has been published in the Landscape Management Magazine and Turf Magazine.

Based loosely on Peit Mondrian's "lozenge" paintings, this kitchen uses cabinetry in a dark mahogany stain on maple, black and stainless steel. It features two cooking stations, a 48" built-in refrigerator, stainless steel cabinetry as well as appliances, quartz & concrete counters, a raised glass bar and mosaic glass back splash. The flooring is "Lyptus" brand hardwood in a natural finish -- made of a eucalyptus hybrid, sustainably grown in South America.

Using Wood-Mode's Vista doorstyle with a light stain on maple wood, we designed cabinetry for this entire home.
Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped porcelain tile utility room remodel in San Luis Obispo with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile countertops, white walls and a stacked washer/dryer

Dedicated to the continued support and conservation of our planet, stunning archived photographs and vintage, romantic wildlife prints and drawings are captured in the Wild Animal collection, evoking the best and longest stewardship of National Geographic with the world and all that is in it. Photo Credits: Lauren Rountree & Jennifer Sligh

Using European construction cabinetry for increased usable interior space, we gave this small kitchen a true beachy feel with white cabinets, blue/green Corian counters and fun red accents. There are corner swing-out shelves, a pull-out trash cabinet and lots of drawers. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Brookhaven's Colony Beaded

Izumi Tanaka
Minimalist exterior home photo in Los Angeles

A grid of light and dark, warm cherry cabinet doors and burgundy oak trim. A dramatic look for the right kitchen.
Kitchen - mid-sized l-shaped travertine floor and yellow floor kitchen idea in San Luis Obispo with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile countertops, brown backsplash, wood backsplash, black appliances and gray countertops

I think this may be the fanciest laundry room we have done yet. Knotty cherry cabinets, high vaulted ceilings, thick limestone counters and a fountain for a faucet! Goodness! Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry, Brookhaven's Edgemont

A nice open kitchen with traditional raised panel doors in maple. The homeowner wanted a desk in the kitchen and we added storage cabinets on the dinig room side of the peninsula.