Comfortable living with a western exposure in South Puget Sound. Your guests will feel at home here as time stops for another "Boat Moment"! Enjoy the tranquility and beautiful views!

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to make this modern style pool and spa pop, we poured rectangular steps leading from the side yard to the back patio and to the firepit and sundecks. we made this a zero water, no maintenance yard and bordered the steps with salt river rock, then added artificial turf (artificial grass) for a softening effect. the patches of green really stand out among the more subdued colors of the rocks and concrete. AHPC

The natural topography of the site was utilized to create a more private firepit retreat in contrast to the expansive entertaining areas elsewhere on the project. Natural stone slabs, 50 tons of granite boulders, spaded 18-20' Ponderosa Pines, and 16-20' Aspens provided an immediate impact while the firepit patio is situated to take advantage of the unobstructed views of Downtown Denver's skyline.

Designed and built by Terramor Homes in Raleigh, NC. After walking up the light-filled and impressive staircase, the drama is again subdued with simple and homey comfort. The beautiful, walnut distressed hardwoods carry throughout the well-lit, upstairs hall of family photo filled walls, down to an open loft, accessible to each child’s bedroom complete with 2 desk work spaces, plenty of cabinetry for school and art supplies and shelves for the family book collection. It is the perfect casual work-space every age. Photography: M. Eric Honeycutt

Rustic yet refined, this modern country retreat blends old and new in masterful ways, creating a fresh yet timeless experience. The structured, austere exterior gives way to an inviting interior. The palette of subdued greens, sunny yellows, and watery blues draws inspiration from nature. Whether in the upholstery or on the walls, trailing blooms lend a note of softness throughout. The dark teal kitchen receives an injection of light from a thoughtfully-appointed skylight; a dining room with vaulted ceilings and bead board walls add a rustic feel. The wall treatment continues through the main floor to the living room, highlighted by a large and inviting limestone fireplace that gives the relaxed room a note of grandeur. Turquoise subway tiles elevate the laundry room from utilitarian to charming. Flanked by large windows, the home is abound with natural vistas. Antlers, antique framed mirrors and plaid trim accentuates the high ceilings. Hand scraped wood flooring from Schotten & Hansen line the wide corridors and provide the ideal space for lounging.

Creamy neutrals abound in this Bryn Mawr classic master bath renovation. A clever rearrangement, handsome cabinetry and borrowed space make all the difference in this room. The use of honed marble and cream cabinetry established the luxurious yet casual feel the homeowners were after. Mirrored cabinet fronts add visual interest and a bit of “pop and sparkle” to the subdued palette.

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This apartment kitchen is emblematic of Dan Kitchen Australia's design style: clean-edged, thoughtfully laid out and well appointed with luxurious materials and high-end appliances. A subdued colour palette allows the real hero of the space to shine - jaw-dropping vistas of Sydney Harbour. Paul Worsley @ Live By The Sea

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Floor is Sandal from our Ventura Collection. Details from the incredible builder below: "This great room is filled with natural light thanks to the expansive windows and tall ceilings. Gorgeous beams and tongue/groove ceilings provide the perfect backdrop for the modern farmhouse esthetic. The horizontal stairway leading to the second level adds a slightly industrial touch to keep things fresh and modern, and compliments the updated gourmet kitchen. Floating built-in shelving allows the owners to personalize the space, while not detracting from the massive floor to ceiling brick fireplace that anchors the room." - Gardner Homes in Idaho

The client’s brief was to create a space reminiscent of their beloved downtown Chicago industrial loft, in a rural farm setting, while incorporating their unique collection of vintage and architectural salvage. The result is a custom designed space that blends life on the farm with an industrial sensibility. The new house is located on approximately the same footprint as the original farm house on the property. Barely visible from the road due to the protection of conifer trees and a long driveway, the house sits on the edge of a field with views of the neighbouring 60 acre farm and creek that runs along the length of the property. The main level open living space is conceived as a transparent social hub for viewing the landscape. Large sliding glass doors create strong visual connections with an adjacent barn on one end and a mature black walnut tree on the other. The house is situated to optimize views, while at the same time protecting occupants from blazing summer sun and stiff winter winds. The wall to wall sliding doors on the south side of the main living space provide expansive views to the creek, and allow for breezes to flow throughout. The wrap around aluminum louvered sun shade tempers the sun. The subdued exterior material palette is defined by horizontal wood siding, standing seam metal roofing and large format polished concrete blocks. The interiors were driven by the owners’ desire to have a home that would properly feature their unique vintage collection, and yet have a modern open layout. Polished concrete floors and steel beams on the main level set the industrial tone and are paired with a stainless steel island counter top, backsplash and industrial range hood in the kitchen. An old drinking fountain is built-in to the mudroom millwork, carefully restored bi-parting doors frame the library entrance, and a vibrant antique stained glass panel is set into the foyer wall allowing diffused coloured light to spill into the hallway. Upstairs, refurbished claw foot tubs are situated to view the landscape. The double height library with mezzanine serves as a prominent feature and quiet retreat for the residents. The white oak millwork exquisitely displays the homeowners’ vast collection of books and manuscripts. The material palette is complemented by steel counter tops, stainless steel ladder hardware and matte black metal mezzanine guards. The stairs carry the same language, with white oak open risers and stainless steel woven wire mesh panels set into a matte black steel frame. The overall effect is a truly sublime blend of an industrial modern aesthetic punctuated by personal elements of the owners’ storied life. Photography: James Brittain

This property came with a house which proved ill-matched to our clients’ needs but which nestled neatly amid beautiful live oaks. In choosing to commission a new home, they asked that it also tuck under the limbs of the oaks and maintain a subdued presence to the street. Extraordinary efforts such as cantilevered floors and even bridging over critical root zones allow the design to be truly fitted to the site and to co-exist with the trees, the grandest of which is the focal point of the entry courtyard. Of equal importance to the trees and view was to provide, conversely, for walls to display 35 paintings and numerous books. From form to smallest detail, the house is quiet and subtle.

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This bathroom is a nice respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The lined marble was commonplace in 50's ranch homes. We used it in a larger format to bring the design into the present. The design also plays with modules and how they interconnect. The vanity and melds into the tub to form one unit. The subdued palette adds to the serenity of the space.

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“The challenge was to find the right balance of furnishings and decor that would not overwhelm the space and fight with the fireplace to take center stage. We decided to treat the fireplace as our inspiration element, and drew the color palate from the tones in the stone and used soft colors and subtle patterns that did not compete with its natural pattern. The result was a soft and subdued space that allowed the eye to focus in on the bold fireplace wall.” Helynn Ospina Photography