Set within a wooded landscape, the Millwick Pool House and Guest House expand upon the original courtyard residence with a series of carefully scaled accessory structures. A new pool and pavilion extend daily life outdoors, strengthening the dialogue between architecture and trees. Nearby, the guest house introduces a pop-up dormer and clerestory windows that bring generous light into a compact footprint, creating a lofted retreat that feels both intimate and expansive. Together, the additions deepen the home’s connection to its forested setting while reinforcing the clarity and sculptural character of the original design.

This stunning modern staircase is a true focal point of the home. The floating design creates a sense of openness and airiness, while the glass railing allows for unobstructed views of the surrounding space. The warm wood treads and risers add a touch of natural beauty and complement the sleek black metal accents. The custom woodwork surrounding the staircase is equally impressive. The built-in shelving provides ample storage and display space, while the vertical paneling adds a touch of texture and visual interest. The overall effect is one of understated elegance and sophistication. Features: Floating staircase design Glass railing Warm wood treads and risers Black metal accents Custom built-in shelving Vertical wood paneling

This master bedroom was designed to feel calm, comfortable, and removed from the busier areas of the home. Soft natural light, high ceilings with exposed beams, and a stone fireplace create a sense of warmth and understated elegance, making the room feel both spacious and intimate. Large glass doors open directly to the covered outdoor living area, strengthening the connection to the surrounding landscape and allowing the room to feel open and serene. Thoughtful proportions ensure the space feels restful rather than oversized, supporting both relaxation and everyday comfort. Designed as a true retreat, this bedroom reflects a quieter form of luxury — one focused on peace, privacy, and enjoying the home at a slower pace.

Quiet luxury meets modern organic design in this thoughtfully curated bath retreat. Rich wood cabinetry introduces warmth and natural character, while expansive porcelain surfaces bring a sense of lightness and refinement. A striking geometric tile adds visual interest and texture, creating a sophisticated backdrop for the honey bronze fixtures that lend a subtle touch of glamour. The frameless glass shower enhances the room's open, airy feel, allowing the material palette to take center stage. Soft neutral tones, textured wall coverings, and large-format floor tile establish a serene foundation, while abundant natural light strengthens the connection to the surrounding landscape. Every element was selected to balance beauty and function, resulting in a timeless, spa-inspired sanctuary that feels effortlessly elevated.

This great room was designed as a welcoming, everyday gathering space — comfortable enough for daily living and flexible enough for hosting family and friends. Vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams add warmth and architectural character, while the stone fireplace anchors the room and creates a natural focal point. Large windows and doors frame views of the surrounding acreage, filling the space with natural light and strengthening the connection between indoor and outdoor living. The layout allows for easy conversation and relaxed seating, encouraging the room to be used and enjoyed rather than simply admired. Timeless materials, thoughtful proportions, and carefully considered details give the space a sense of quiet luxury — a room designed to feel inviting, lived-in, and enduring.

Set within a wooded landscape, the Millwick Pool House and Guest House expand upon the original courtyard residence with a series of carefully scaled accessory structures. A new pool and pavilion extend daily life outdoors, strengthening the dialogue between architecture and trees. Nearby, the guest house introduces a pop-up dormer and clerestory windows that bring generous light into a compact footprint, creating a lofted retreat that feels both intimate and expansive. Together, the additions deepen the home’s connection to its forested setting while reinforcing the clarity and sculptural character of the original design.

Set within a wooded landscape, the Millwick Pool House and Guest House expand upon the original courtyard residence with a series of carefully scaled accessory structures. A new pool and pavilion extend daily life outdoors, strengthening the dialogue between architecture and trees. Nearby, the guest house introduces a pop-up dormer and clerestory windows that bring generous light into a compact footprint, creating a lofted retreat that feels both intimate and expansive. Together, the additions deepen the home’s connection to its forested setting while reinforcing the clarity and sculptural character of the original design.

The Watermill House is a beautiful example of a classic Hamptons wood shingle style home. The design and renovation would maintain the character of the exterior while transforming the interiors to create an open and airy getaway for a busy and active family. The house comfortably sits within its one acre lot surrounded by tall hedges, old growth trees, and beautiful hydrangeas. The landscape influenced the design approach of the main floor interiors. Walls were removed and the kitchen was relocated to the front of the house to create an open plan for better flow and views to both the front and rear yards. The kitchen was designed to be both practical and beautiful. The u-shape design features modern appliances, white cabinetry and Corian countertops, and is anchored by a beautiful island with a knife-edge marble countertop. The island and the dining room table create a strong axis to the living room at the rear of the house. To further strengthen the connection to the outdoor decks and pool area of the rear yard, a full height sliding glass window system was installed. The clean lines and modern profiles of the window frames create unobstructed views and virtually remove the barrier between the interior and exterior spaces. The open plan allowed a new sitting area to be created between the dining room and stair. A screen, comprised of vertical fins, allows for a degree of openness, while creating enough separation to make the sitting area feel comfortable and nestled in its own area. The stair at the entry of the house was redesigned to match the new elegant and sophisticated spaces connected to it. New treads were installed to articulate and contrast the soft palette of finishes of the floors, walls, and ceilings. The new metal and glass handrail was intended to reduce visual noise and create subtle reflections of light. Photo by Guillaume Gaudet

Many times our clients build their projects in stages. These homeowners had Archadeck design and built their screened porch a few years back, and later, came to us to build their deck. The great thing about a screened porch and deck combination is that the space can be used throughout most of the year. We designed this deck with pressure treated pine decking in a herringbone pattern to strengthen the deck. The lattice skirting is a great feature for keeping animals out. The floating bench creates additional seating without taking up too much space on the deck. The screened porch features a gable roof to allow in plenty of natural light along with vertical 4 track windows to let the homeowner choose how much fresh air to let in. This screened porch and deck combination were custom designed and built by New Lenox, IL screened porch designer, Archadeck of Chicagoland.

Bradley Beach Residence | Situated on a corner lot in the seaside town of Bradley Beach, NJ. Our client wanted to update this 1930’s beach bungalow without losing its coastal charm. The design strategy was to strengthen the connection between interior & exterior spaces. In order to re-orient the internal organization, the main entry was relocated from the north to the east side of the house. On the north façade a new two level porch was added keeping the massing of the house in concert with the neighborhood fabric and provided views to the Atlantic Ocean from the Master Suite. Past renovations and additions caused a fragmented floor plan with no connection the backyard. By removing a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor we were able to enlarge the kitchen while creating a visual connection to the new pool area and backyard. The addition of a butler panty walk-thru acts as a transition between the informal kitchen and the new entry foyer. The interior design, material selections and articulations lend color & texture to the once bland palette. Every finishing detail unifies the coastal location, existing charm, & eclectic style of our client, resulting in a vibrant yet intimate space.

Our client is a cooking and gardening enthusiast so they wanted us to create a functional two zone working chef's kitchen while incorporating the exterior landscape into the room. We were faced with the challenge of working around the existing vacuum and water line chase located in the center of the room, low ceiling and structural rigidity of a 1970's 'deck home' and keep some of the existing quarry tile flooring to reduce waste. We designed a center island with a diagonal countertop. This strengthened the distinctly separate work zones balancing professional cooking functionality with seating and entertaining. The 48" Wolf range top and induction cook top, warming drawer and 48" side by side refrigerator transformed this kitchen into a gourmet chef's dream and allows ample room for multiple cooks and massive food storage. The diagonal island shape added a dynamic quality to a rectangular room. The previous brick encased water line chase became a hidden small closet and integrated flat screen television allowing for multiple viewing positions. By adding floor to ceiling windows the beauty of their expansive exterior landscape acts as artwork in this beautiful showcase kitchen.

This detached Denver guesthouse was designed as a flexible retreat for visitors, music, and everyday living. Its Craftsman-style exterior complements the character of the main residence, while the interior takes a more modern, layered approach. Natural materials, exposed beams, artisan tile, copper-veined slate, custom millwork, and globally collected textiles create warmth and character throughout the compact footprint. Large bi-fold doors strengthen the connection to the garden and allow the space to shift easily between private guest quarters, creative studio, and gathering place. The result is a highly functional small space that feels distinctive, collected, and deeply connected to its setting.

Quiet luxury meets modern organic design in this thoughtfully curated bath retreat. Rich wood cabinetry introduces warmth and natural character, while expansive porcelain surfaces bring a sense of lightness and refinement. A striking geometric tile adds visual interest and texture, creating a sophisticated backdrop for the honey bronze fixtures that lend a subtle touch of glamour. The frameless glass shower enhances the room's open, airy feel, allowing the material palette to take center stage. Soft neutral tones, textured wall coverings, and large-format floor tile establish a serene foundation, while abundant natural light strengthens the connection to the surrounding landscape. Every element was selected to balance beauty and function, resulting in a timeless, spa-inspired sanctuary that feels effortlessly elevated.

In this historic New Orleans commercial apartment building, our team was brought in to deliver a full roof system replacement—one that would honor the building’s legacy while meeting today’s highest standards for safety and resilience. We began by removing the old roofing down to the deck, installing brand-new sheathing to strengthen the structure from the inside out. An Ice & Water Shield system followed—offering the kind of deep protection that’s especially important in our climate. The finishing touch: rich terracotta tiles, chosen not only for their durability but for the timeless look they lend to this storied structure. Start to finish, the transformation took just two days. We worked swiftly and cleanly, coordinating every phase—from demo to final inspection—with care. The result: a wind mitigation–certified roof that’s as strong as it is striking. This upgrade wasn’t just about replacing a roof—it was about protecting the people and preserving the place they call home. Thank you for trusting us with your project. – Rellestate Team

For a family who believes fitness is not only an essential part of life but also a fun opportunity for the whole family to connect, build and achieve greatness together there is nothing better than a custom designed obstacle course right in your back yard. THEME The theme of this half mile trail through the woods is evident in the fun, creative and all-inclusive obstacles hidden in the natural flow of the land around this amazing family home. The course was created with adults and children, advanced and beginner athletes, competitive and entertaining events all accounted for. Each of the 13 obstacles was designed to be challenging no matter the size, skill or ability of the athlete lucky enough to run the course. FOCUS The focus for this family was to create an outdoor adventure that could be an athletic, social and personal outlet for their entire family while maintaining the natural beauty of the landscape and without altering the sweeping views from the home. The large scale of the challenging obstacles is camouflaged within the landscape using the rolling hills and mature trees as a natural curtain in every season. The beauty of the course does not diminish the functional and demanding nature of the obstacles which are designed to focus on multiple strength, agility, and cardio fitness abilities and intensities. STORAGE The start of the trail includes a raised training area offering a dedicated space clear from the ground to place bags, mats and other equipment used during the run. A small all-terrain storage cart was provided for use with 6 yoga mats, 3 medicine balls of various weights, rings, sprinting cones, and a large digital timer to record laps. GROWTH The course was designed to provide an athletic and fun challenge for children, teens and adults no matter their experience or athletic prowess. This course offers competitive athletes a challenge and budding athletes an opportunity to experience and ignite their passion for physical activity. Initially the concept for the course was focused on the youngest of the family however as the design grew so did the obstacles and now it is a true family experience that will meet their adapting needs for years. Each obstacle is paired with an instructional sign directing the runners in proper use of the obstacle, adaptations for skill levels and tips on form. These signs are all customized for this course and are printed on metal to ensure they last for many years. SAFETY Safety is crucial for all physical activity and an obstacle course of this scale presents unique safety concerns. Children should always be supervised when participating in an adventure on the course however additional care was paid to details on the course to ensure everyone has a great time. All of the course obstacles have been created with pressure treated lumber that will withstand the seasonal poundings. All footer pilings that support obstacles have been placed into the ground between 3 to 4 feet (.9 to 1.2 meters) and each piling has 2 to 3 bags of concrete (totaling over 90 bags used throughout the course) ensuring stability of the structure and safety of the participants. Additionally, all obstacle lumber has been given rounded corners and sanded down offering less splintering and more time for everyone to enjoy the course. This athletic and charismatic family strives to incorporate a healthy active lifestyle into their daily life and this obstacle course offers their family an opportunity to strengthen themselves and host some memorable and active events at their amazing home.

This detached Denver guesthouse was designed as a flexible retreat for visitors, music, and everyday living. Its Craftsman-style exterior complements the character of the main residence, while the interior takes a more modern, layered approach. Natural materials, exposed beams, artisan tile, copper-veined slate, custom millwork, and globally collected textiles create warmth and character throughout the compact footprint. Large bi-fold doors strengthen the connection to the garden and allow the space to shift easily between private guest quarters, creative studio, and gathering place. The result is a highly functional small space that feels distinctive, collected, and deeply connected to its setting.

This detached Denver guesthouse was designed as a flexible retreat for visitors, music, and everyday living. Its Craftsman-style exterior complements the character of the main residence, while the interior takes a more modern, layered approach. Natural materials, exposed beams, artisan tile, copper-veined slate, custom millwork, and globally collected textiles create warmth and character throughout the compact footprint. Large bi-fold doors strengthen the connection to the garden and allow the space to shift easily between private guest quarters, creative studio, and gathering place. The result is a highly functional small space that feels distinctive, collected, and deeply connected to its setting.

Bradley Beach Residence | Situated on a corner lot in the seaside town of Bradley Beach, NJ. Our client wanted to update this 1930’s beach bungalow without losing its coastal charm. The design strategy was to strengthen the connection between interior & exterior spaces. In order to re-orient the internal organization, the main entry was relocated from the north to the east side of the house. On the north façade a new two level porch was added keeping the massing of the house in concert with the neighborhood fabric and provided views to the Atlantic Ocean from the Master Suite. Past renovations and additions caused a fragmented floor plan with no connection the backyard. By removing a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor we were able to enlarge the kitchen while creating a visual connection to the new pool area and backyard. The addition of a butler panty walk-thru acts as a transition between the informal kitchen and the new entry foyer. The interior design, material selections and articulations lend color & texture to the once bland palette. Every finishing detail unifies the coastal location, existing charm, & eclectic style of our client, resulting in a vibrant yet intimate space.

Eye-Land: Named for the expansive white oak savanna views, this beautiful 5,200-square foot family home offers seamless indoor/outdoor living with five bedrooms and three baths, and space for two more bedrooms and a bathroom. The site posed unique design challenges. The home was ultimately nestled into the hillside, instead of placed on top of the hill, so that it didn’t dominate the dramatic landscape. The openness of the savanna exposes all sides of the house to the public, which required creative use of form and materials. The home’s one-and-a-half story form pays tribute to the site’s farming history. The simplicity of the gable roof puts a modern edge on a traditional form, and the exterior color palette is limited to black tones to strike a stunning contrast to the golden savanna. The main public spaces have oversized south-facing windows and easy access to an outdoor terrace with views overlooking a protected wetland. The connection to the land is further strengthened by strategically placed windows that allow for views from the kitchen to the driveway and auto court to see visitors approach and children play. There is a formal living room adjacent to the front entry for entertaining and a separate family room that opens to the kitchen for immediate family to gather before and after mealtime.