Tucked away in the backwoods of Torch Lake, this home marries “rustic” with the sleek elegance of modern. The combination of wood, stone and metal textures embrace the charm of a classic farmhouse. Although this is not your average farmhouse. The home is outfitted with a high performing system that seamlessly works with the design and architecture. The tall ceilings and windows allow ample natural light into the main room. Spire Integrated Systems installed Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades paired with Hartmann & Forbes windowcovers to offer privacy and block harsh light. The custom 18′ windowcover’s woven natural fabric complements the organic esthetics of the room. The shades are artfully concealed in the millwork when not in use. Spire installed B&W in-ceiling speakers and Sonance invisible in-wall speakers to deliver ambient music that emanates throughout the space with no visual footprint. Spire also installed a Sonance Landscape Audio System so the homeowner can enjoy music outside. Each system is easily controlled using Savant. Spire personalized the settings to the homeowner’s preference making controlling the home efficient and convenient.

Chrissy Sterling
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Big Berry Manzanita / Arctostaphylos glauca

Our bold collection is confident and courageous. Inspired by Moroccan geometric patterns, the bold collection is fearless. This collection transforms traditional Moroccan influences into a contemporary look by implementing modern finishes as the gold rose lacquer with modern patterns. Adventurers who want to make a statement and looking to add color in their home will adore this set, and although a bold choice; it will bring warmth and style to any living room.

Mid-sized danish l-shaped light wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Keeping the shower floor the same color as the main bathroom floor helps visually expand the space, creating a more open and seamless feel. By continuing the flooring into the shower, visual breaks are minimized and the entire room feels larger. Notice the angled half walls at the shower—this detail plays an important role in softening what would otherwise feel like a tight space. It also allowed us to gain additional depth in the shower. Without those angles, the shower would have been approximately 6 inches shallower due to underlying structural and layout constraints. Achieving this look with a traditional curb can be challenging. Most tile installers today prefer using a stone curb, which often creates a clear separation between the bathroom floor and the shower floor—breaking that seamless effect. The most effective way to maintain a continuous look is with a curbless (zero-entry) shower. This allows the flooring to flow uninterrupted, creating a clean, modern design. At the time this project was completed, curbless systems like Schluter were not widely available. Today, with systems like Schluter’s zero-entry shower solutions, achieving this seamless, continuous look is much more accessible and reliable. The result is a bathroom that feels larger, cleaner, and thoughtfully designed—both visually and functionally.

Sandprints Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard deck remodel in San Luis Obispo with a fire pit and no cover

Our bold collection is confident and courageous. Inspired by Moroccan geometric patterns, the bold collection is fearless. This collection transforms traditional Moroccan influences into a contemporary look by implementing modern finishes as the gold rose lacquer with modern patterns. Adventurers who want to make a statement and looking to add color in their home will adore this set, and although a bold choice; it will bring warmth and style to any living room.

Edible landscaping encompasses much more then adding some veggie beds to one’s property. Creative layouts and material usage can incorporate year-round vegetable harvests in an aesthetically pleasing way. Perennial fruit trees, along with bushes and herbs, create a lush space full of beautiful, colors, textures, smells and tastes. Searching out and experimenting with different and rare varieties of edible plants keeps home gardens interesting. Edible landscaping gives access to food at its freshest, when it is most nutritious, and offers many more options than supermarket produce sections—also cutting down on transportation and packaging impacts. From edible estates to food forests, or simple integration of garden-based food production, Sweet Smiling Landscapes has the knowledge and experience to help home owners harvest their own bounty.

jude hellewell + laura white
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Less than one year after planting, the garden is coming alive with color.
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feathery foliage of bronze fennel Le jardinet
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Shake Siding Close Up A Cape Cod style house with Alside Pelican Bay cedar shake siding, Color: Cape Cod Gray. Installed by Sidetex in North Haven CT 06473

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Carex Testacea a grass-like plant, often with shades of orange, shown with FX Luminaire low-voltage pathway light. Foxtail asparagus fern in background. The front areas of this landscape in Bel Marin Keys, Novato, were transformed from a tired, water thirsty-lawn into a contemporary setting with dramatic concrete pavers leading to the home's entrance. A variety of low-water plants for sun and part shade complete this project front yard transformation. Installed in February 2014. More plant updates early 2015. The back areas of this transformation is featured in a separate project: Modern Water-Side Landscape Remodel http://www.houzz.com/projects/456093/Modern-Water-Side-Landscape-Remodel---Lawn-Replaced--Novato--CA

A small arbor over an existing fence can provide a decorative privacy screen when there isn't room for large shrubs or trees. This arbor is covered with a fruiting passion fruit vine and provides a place to hang a light to light up the BBQ.

In late November a Roger's Red California native grapevine flashes its brilliant color. Cathy Edger, Edger Landscape Design
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