A space prepared to enjoy your favorite snacks and drinks with strategic lighting, furniture providing comfort, and a welcoming atmosphere while having fun.

This gorgeous entryway blends rock, pavers, and landscape elements to create a true estate feel. Dry stack rock wall creates a strategic separation from the lawn to a private garden area off the servant entrance.

Carved out a bit of space for the homeowner's family and friends to enjoy. Placed trees and shrubs strategically so eventually they will provide a bit of privacy from the neighbors. Grill is close to the side door and inside kitchen. Far enough away so as not to feel the heat on a Minnesota summer day. Pavers are Anchor Charleston, untumbled; color is Northwoods.

“We could never have envisioned what could be” – Steiner Ranch Homeowner and Client It is an especially fulfilling Project for an Interior Designer when the outcome exceeds Client expectations, and imagination. This remodeling project required instilling modern sensibilities, openness, styles and textures into a dated house that was past its prime. Strategically, the goal was to tear down where it made sense without doing a complete teardown. Starting with the soul of the home, the kitchen, we expanded out room by room to create a cohesiveness and flow that invites, supports and provides the warmth and relaxation that only a home can. In the Kitchen, we started by removing the wooden beams and adding bright recessed lighting. We removed the old limestone accent wall and moved the sink and cooktop from the island on to the countertop – the key goal was to create room for the family to gather around the kitchen. We replaced all appliances with modern Energy Star ones, along with adding a wine rack. The first order of business for the Living Room was to brighten it up by adding more lighting and replacing an unused section with a glass door to the backyard. Multi-section windows were replaced with large no-split glass overlooking the backyard. Once more, the limestone accent was removed to create a clean, modern look. Replacing the dated wooden staircase with the clean lines of a metal, wire and wooded staircase added interest and freshness. An odd bend in the staircase was removed to clean things up. The Master Bedroom went from what looked like a motel room with green carpet and cheap blinds to an oasis of luxury and charm. A section of the wraparound doors were closed off to increase privacy, accentuate the best view from the bedroom and to add usable space. Artwork, rug, contemporary bed and other accent pieces brought together the seamless look across the home. The Master Bathroom remodel started by replacing the standard windows with a single glass pane that enhanced the view of the outdoors. The dated shower was replaced by a walk-in shower and soaking tub to create the ultimate at-home spa experience. Lighted LED mirrors frame His & Hers sinks and bathe them in a soft light. The flooring was upgraded throughout the house to reflect the contemporary color scheme. Each of the smaller bedrooms were similarly upgraded to match the clean and modern décor of the rest of the house. After such a transformation inside, it was only appropriate that the exterior needed an upgrade as well. All of the legacy limestone accents were replaced by stucco and the color scheme extended from the interior of the house to the gorgeous wrap around balconies, trim, garage doors etc. to complete the inside outside transformation.

Offering 5200 sq. ft., this beautiful residence was thoughtfully laid out for privacy and comfort. The spacious and functional single level floorplan includes four bedroom suites and a fifth full bath that are strategically located in separate wings of the home.

The floor plan wisely puts the master suite on the first level but strategically places it away from the hub of the activity for maximum privacy. A private sitting room and its own stone patio provide the master with an additional sound buffer.

Trendy master white tile gray floor freestanding bathtub photo in DC Metro with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, a vessel sink, wood countertops and brown countertops

As a rental unit, this apartment came with peachy yellow walls and tan carpeting. We started this project with a fresh coat of paint throughout, giving the space a more modern color palette. Next up was to define the different spaces (dining, living, and work areas) within a large open floorplan. We achieved this through the use of rugs and strategic furniture placements to keep the different spaces open but separate.

Strategically placed glass front cabinet doors to show of some pretty things but not get dirty next to the range!
Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, black appliances and an island

A space prepared to enjoy your favorite snacks and drinks with strategic lighting, furniture providing comfort, and a welcoming atmosphere while having fun.

Offering 5200 sq. ft., this beautiful residence was thoughtfully laid out for privacy and comfort. The spacious and functional single level floorplan includes four bedroom suites and a fifth full bath that are strategically located in separate wings of the home.

A young girl's bedroom. Hanging pendant lights over nightstands. Floral Decals strategically placed. Ceiling trimmed with molding an inset with deep rich paint color.

Gregg Willett The large island/packing table is strategically placed to direct the occupants away from the center of the space to their respective sides of the closet.

A space prepared to enjoy your favorite snacks and drinks with strategic lighting, furniture providing comfort, and a welcoming atmosphere while having fun.

Offering 5200 sq. ft., this beautiful residence was thoughtfully laid out for privacy and comfort. The spacious and functional single level floorplan includes four bedroom suites and a fifth full bath that are strategically located in separate wings of the home.

Outdoor rooms were created in various strategic locations to provide gathering spaces for friends and family. Brazilian hardwood was chosen for it's durability and classic architecture with clean lines for this modern deck. Strategic placement provides direct site lines to the Hudson River in Piedmont. Photo Credit : Kristy Engels Carpenter : Joe Gambardella

A strategically placed array of garden lights, featuring an adept use of up lighting, helps to bring the backyard to life after dark. Warm summer evenings now become even more precious by knowing that everything is in place for happy get-togethers with family and friends.

H2D Architecture + Design developed a comprehensive vision for the renovation of this Bellevue residence, creating a cohesive master plan that can be implemented in phased construction to align with the homeowners' priorities, budget, and timeline. The first phase reimagined the primary suite, including a redesigned bathroom, reconfigured closet and bedroom. Strategic space planning enhanced the functionality and flow of each space while creating a serene, spa-inspired retreat tailored to the homeowners' lifestyle. Future phases will transform the home's main living areas through a complete reconfiguration of the kitchen, dining room, entry, and living room. The design will improve circulation, increase functionality, and create light-filled, beautifully connected spaces. Architecture: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Interiors: Kat Lawton Interiors Photos by: John Granen