FOCAL POINT STYLING -SUMMER - LYNDA QUINTERO-DAVIDS
Inspiration for a coastal living room remodel in Phoenix

Welcome To My Garden, Barbara Miller
Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in New York.

Welcome To My Garden, Barbara Miller
Photo of a traditional landscaping in New York.

Patio - transitional patio idea in Orlando

A close-up of the natural stone staircase with John Creech Sedum growing along the edges. Dining space and the grill can be seen on the upper level, left of the staircase. On the right side of the staircase a gas fire pit is also convenient to the back door.

This beautiful kitchen with Dura Supreme cabinetry was designed by Summer Childress. The perimeter is Maple Heritage D and island Knotty Alder Cashew with Cambria Berwyn tops.

Example of a minimalist staircase design in Boston

Inspiration for a timeless exterior home remodel in New York

This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath.

USING DIFFERENT TYPES OF CENTRE PIECES & ARRANGING DIFFERENT TYPES OF PLANTERS CAN REALLY MAKE AN ENTRANCE TO A RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY POP
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard stone formal garden in Toronto.

Dusty Miller Landscaping Ltd.
Home design - contemporary home design idea in Toronto

As stately and elegant as the goddess Athena, our outdoor wicker furniture collection brings its timeless beauty to any outdoor space. With its curved arms featuring exposed cushions, our wicker resin patio furniture is hand-woven with our N-dura™ Resin wicker finished in Black Walnut. The anodized aluminum feet ensure that the collection will be part of your life’s best moments for years to come.

Simple yet elegant describes the master bedroom with views of the resort style pool. The cool and comforting design separates the master to allow the couple a relaxing retreat. ©Shoot2Sell Photography

Marble master bath with symmetrical vanity sinks overlooking the pool. Project featured in House Beautiful & Florida Design. Interior Design & Styling by Summer Thornton. Images by Brantley Photography.