Our clients have been raising their family in this charming Lakewood ranch home for several years and were ready to make some updates to their home to make it better fit their lifestyle. In particular, the existing kitchen just wasn’t meeting their needs. They were sacrificing usable square footage to redundant circulation and the kitchen wasn’t connecting well with the other spaces in their home, so things had to change. We started by reworking the entry to the kitchen and switching up their layout to allow the kitchen to flow seamlessly with the rest of the house. To add to the open feeling we were striving for, we removed the existing ceiling soffits and created a clean transition between the kitchen and dining room, and installed the same wood flooring throughout the entire home. Aesthetically we wanted to create an inviting kitchen that felt clean and bright but could still stand up to a busy family. Soft grey shaker cabinets gave us the welcoming air we were looking for while providing a subtle contrast against the white quartz counters and backsplash tile. We utilized the same elegant pulls on all of the cabinets to add to the cohesive look of the kitchen and keep things from feeling too cluttered. We wanted to have a little fun with the backsplash without loosing the clean feeling we were going for, so we selected a crisp white picket tile to add a pop of texture. Updating the dining room light fixture and adding a pendant over the sink help to personalize the space and the charming shelves provide an opportunity to display original sculpture.

This kitchen remodel was part of a major home remodel on five acres in the ranch country along California’s Central Coast. The overall architecture and interior design style of the home, and the kitchen in particular, is “modern farmhouse” with an intentional leaning toward modern, and striving further for “inspired.” With spectacular views of horses and vineyards just outside the windows, and a very open floor plan, the goal was to create a strikingly attractive and highly functional entertaining space that still allowed the views to be center stage. The two-tone blend of simple slab-style tobacco-colored “wood” cabinets with Midnight Shadow transitional cabinets resulted in a combination that is both classic and casual. High-end appliances, brass and black handles and faucets, Old-English metal mesh cabinet inserts, and inspired light fixtures add the finishing touches that deliver an inviting, and uniquely timeless “modern farmhouse.”

This traditional, classic, and elegant spacious kitchen features dark wood Rochon custom cabinets. There is a center island with exquisite lighting. The design team strived to create a place for everything to make cooking and entertaining fun and simple. The appliances are Wolf Subzero, and the floor is white, which makes the dark wood cabinets pop!

The original site was the former residence of Wuyi Duwei Liu Xiangzhi in the Qing Dynasty. The three-entry and two-yard wooden structure wears a bucket-style building with a unique style and ancient charm. After a hundred years of catastrophe, in the blooming and precipitation of time, telling the past history. The lighting design strives to create a subtle and introverted, low-key but prominent light environment. The lighting technique to brighten the cavity in the old house area highlights the unique cavity decoration design in the architectural structure. The color temperature is warm white light, which not only restores the color and texture of the building itself, but also strengthens the modeling arc of the gable part of the traditional Chinese building. At night, under the background of the lights, dreams of the past and the present can pass through the past and the present, feeling the unique Chinese architectural charm of the flying eaves and the white walls and black tiles. The promenade part has changed from the traditional, and mostly uses linear facade lighting to provide functional lighting for the moving lines, so that the traditional and elegant architectural atmosphere also contains a bright and modern temperament. Listening to the wind and rain at night, the iron horse glares into a dream. It was late at night, with the gurgling rain outside the window, lying on the couch, dreaming with the wind and rain all over the sky. In the dream, he was the general who wore a battle armor and clambered across the frozen river to fight on the battlefield. Galloping a lifetime, full of pride. When I wake up, the light is soft and warm, and I can't help but sigh that I have the universe in my heart, and I also cherish the ordinary warmth. The extraordinary in the ordinary, the perfect fusion of ancient rhyme and modernity, the General's Mansion allows you to experience dreamlike, warm world. Project Information Project name: 17° General Assembly Hall Hotel Qionghai Construction unit: Guangzhou Huguang Ruizhi Co., Ltd. Lighting Design: Propitious Design Lighting manufacturer: LEDER Lighting Project area: 150,000 square meters

Front Porch with beautiful light. Trim details are amazing. Always striving to be socially responsible with materials, whenever possible. Photo Credit: J. Brown

Photo by Jody Dole This new mixed-use building located in a quaint village has made a name for itself. It features a third floor apartment, second floor office space, and first floor retail. The design of the building's exterior bridges the gap between new and old. The cedar shingle gable roof form and double hung window style blend with the traditional New England context of neighboring buildings. The vertical grooved siding and a sliding 'barn' door hint at an agrarian vernacular. The sliding door features sixteen sparking panels of 'glass quilts' designed by glass artist, Alan Davidson of Guilford, CT. Angular roof forms, support brackets, and trim along with the black paint color provide a modern edge. The building and the new first floor art gallery have generated much interest and excitement for the town. John R. Schroeder, AIA is a professional design firm specializing in architecture, interiors, and planning. We have over 30 years experience with projects of all types, sizes, and levels of complexity. Because we love what we do, we approach our work with enthusiasm and dedication. We are committed to the highest level of design and service on each and every project. We engage our clients in positive and rewarding collaborations. We strive to exceed expectations through our attention to detail, our understanding of the “big picture”, and our ability to effectively manage a team of design professionals, industry representatives, and building contractors. We carefully analyze budgets and project objectives to assist clients with wise fund allocation. We continually monitor and research advances in technology, materials, and construction methods, both sustainable and otherwise, to provide a responsible, well-suited, and cost effective product. Our design solutions are highly functional using both innovative and traditional approaches. Our aesthetic style is flexible and open, blending cues from client desires, building function, site context, and material properties, making each project unique, personalized, and enduring.

A PERFECT RED SALTBOX ON THE EXTERIOR, USUALLY MEANS A FAIRLY TRADITIONAL INTERIOR. NOT SO IN THIS CONNECTICUT HOUSE WHERE THIS ANTIQUE WITH SMALL BEDROOMS AND QUIRKY SPACES CALLED OUT FOR A MODERN APPROACH — OPEN SPACES, MIRRORS AND REFLECTIVE MATERIALS COUNTER THE WARMTH OF NATURAL WOOD FLOORS PAIRED WITH NATURAL FIBER RUGS. THE PROJECT STARTED WITH THE KITCHEN - AND A BRIEF THAT CALLED FOR A LARGE, OPEN AREA WITH A PENINSULA. KEEPING EVERYTHING WHITE LET THE VIEW POP! THE DINING ROOM + MAIN LR — PLAY UP A MODERN, WARM VIBE SO KEEPING THE BRICK FLOOR WAS A MUST, BUT WE ADDED FLOATING CHAIRS AND A NEUTRAL PAINT SCHEME THROUGHOUT. CUSTOM ARTWORK ON THE FRONT WALL BY JEFF BORTNIKER PLAYS UP A SUBTLE POP-ART FEEL. UPSTAIRS A MASTER SUITE KEEPS A NEW ENGLAND FEEL WITH TRANSOM WINDOWS BUT FEELS LUSH — WHILE A WALK-IN CLOSET (NEVER EASY IN AN ANTIQUE) UNDER THE EAVE OF THE ROOF-LINE GIVES A DRESSING ROOM FEEL. FAMILY BEDROOMS AGAIN MAKE USE OF EAVES AND RETURNS IN WALLS TO CREATE COZY NOOKS, HIGHLIGHTED WITH COLOR + GLOSS. WE WERE STRIVING FOR A WARM BALANCE AND USED ARCHITECTURE, TEXTURE, MATERIAL + COLOR TO ACHIEVE IT IN THIS FAMILY HOME.

Our client was striving for a modern, spa like interior that exudes casual elegance. We incorporated natural stone and porcelain finishes in a gray and white scheme give it substance; while being airy and open.

At Goodman Home Remodeling, we are kitchen and bath remodelers in San Jose. For more than a decade, we’ve provided homeowners like you with reliable bathroom and kitchen remodeling services in San Jose that meet both their taste and their budget. We know renovating your kitchen and bathroom is a big deal, as there are a lot of things to manage. We use the latest technology to ensure that you get the best results. We strive to make the process as simple and hassle-free as possible. Kitchen Design & Renovation in San Jose, CA - https://www.goodmanhomeremodeling.com/

Mark Quéripel, AIA is an award-winning architect and interior designer, whose Boulder, Colorado design firm, MQ Architecture & Design, strives to create uniquely personal custom homes and remodels which resonate deeply with clients. The firm offers a wide array of professional services, and partners with some of the nation’s finest engineers and builders to provide a successful and synergistic building experience. Alex Geller Photography

Goldenline Remodeling provides a vast range of services for all of your construction and renovations needs. While home construction and remodeling can be exciting, choosing the right contractor for your project is essential. You need a local builder in your area who is experienced and known to have completed the work on time as promised. You want a licensed contractor you can trust to be ethical and known for his integrity. We are your friendly contractor. We strive to provide a high end services and outstanding build quality, while keeping within your budget and time frames. Our reliable and professional services are comprised of our accumulated knowledge and years of successful construction experience. We will guide you through all of the design and build process and manage the entire project for you while keeping you involved and informed in all major decisions, to ensure your total satisfaction.

This cottage remodel on Lake Charlevoix was such a fun project to work on. We really strived to bring in the coastal elements around the home to give this cottage it's asthetics. You will see a lot of whites, light blues, and some grey/greige accents as well.

Installed 6 ft high "Fairfield" cedar fencing. All fence material is #1 grade cedar and posts are Pressure Treated. The panels have been made to strive the bottom to be able to keep tighter to the uneven grade when steeping the fence.

Our clients were relocating from the upper peninsula to the lower peninsula and wanted to design a retirement home on their Lake Michigan property. The topography of their lot allowed for a walk out basement which is practically unheard of with how close they are to the water. Their view is fantastic, and the goal was of course to take advantage of the view from all three levels. The positioning of the windows on the main and upper levels is such that you feel as if you are on a boat, water as far as the eye can see. They were striving for a Hamptons / Coastal, casual, architectural style. The finished product is just over 6,200 square feet and includes 2 master suites, 2 guest bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, sunroom, home bar, home gym, dedicated seasonal gear / equipment storage, table tennis game room, sauna, and bonus room above the attached garage. All the exterior finishes are low maintenance, vinyl, and composite materials to withstand the blowing sands from the Lake Michigan shoreline.

Each and every Shrock Premier Custom Construction home has a unique personality. As a team, we strive to make our custom homes a true reflection of our client’s distinctive desires. This home is one of uncluttered simplicity. It’s lines, interior selections, and decor bring a sense of peace and warmth. It’s overall appearance speaks to it’s beautiful, secluded, rural setting. The second floor dormer windows bring in ample natural light while keeping the interior spaces cozy. The front porch beckons for a relaxing sit and a glass of lemonade. Not too large, not too small: this home is a perfect haven for family and friends.

At Atlanta Porch & Patio we are dedicated to building beautiful custom porches, decks, and outdoor living spaces throughout the metro Atlanta area. Our mission is to turn our clients’ ideas, dreams, and visions into personalized, tangible outcomes. Clients of Atlanta Porch & Patio rest easy knowing each step of their project is performed to the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and dependability. Our team of builders and craftsmen are licensed, insured, and always up to date on trends, products, designs, and building codes. We are constantly educating ourselves in order to provide our clients the best services at the best prices. We deliver the ultimate professional experience with every step of our projects. After setting up a consultation through our website or by calling the office, we will meet with you in your home to discuss all of your ideas and concerns. After our initial meeting and site consultation, we will compile a detailed design plan and quote complete with renderings and a full listing of the materials to be used. Upon your approval, we will then draw up the necessary paperwork and decide on a project start date. From demo to cleanup, we strive to deliver your ultimate relaxation destination on time and on budget.

We have been told numerous times by customers that they don't know how they ever cooked before! Our Under Cabinet Lighting is a huge hit, we make adjustments to it based on what will meet your needs. Like adding in a lens so there's no reflection, different color temperatures, the sizes are adjustable, we can change its angle. There are many factors that are a part of what gives our projects this gorgeous finish, and we strive to ensure all customers are happy with the final product.

Mystical Landscapes, servicing Marin County for all your landscape design needs. Mystical Landscapes is a top Marin County, CA Landscape Architect & Landscape Designer that offers offers excellent garden design and installation. We strive to provide high quality custom landscape design and installation. http://www.mysticallandscapes.com/ Dane Rose, Mystical Landscapes

High quality bamboo panels help to transform your indoor or outdoor space into a tropical paradise. Use bamboo wall panels to cover walls, ceilings, partitions, and entryways. These attractive furniture accents are suited for any home or business striving to achieve island flair. You'll find bamboo panels with distinctive patterns, weaves, and colors that add a unique look to any home or business. Although these fine bamboo products are available in a variety of colors and designs, you can also use the stain of your choice to create a different pattern or color scheme as you change your room's decor. Bamboo strips are precisely milled and applied to a thin fabric backing with non toxic glue to create a seamless bamboo wall covering. Use them as a bamboo wall or bamboo ceiling covering to create a pattern throughout a room, hallway or backyard oasis. Bamboo paneling is a flexible material that can be applied to concave or convex surfaces, flat walls and ceilings, round or square columns, and it installs easily using nails, glue, or staples. Restaurants use bamboo paneling to create beautiful counter and tabletops by applying resin to their surface. Bamboo panels, lend an exciting look to any commercial, retail, or hospitality environment.