Richard Leo Johnson
Bedroom - coastal bedroom idea in Atlanta

Inspiration for a timeless backyard stone patio remodel in Richmond with a gazebo and a bbq area

Bart Reines
Inspiration for a contemporary living room remodel in Miami with blue walls

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen remodel in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops and marble countertops

Whites, blues, and neutrals work together to create a nautical look.
Example of a mid-sized classic formal and open concept living room design in Manchester with blue walls, a standard fireplace and no tv

Example of a beach style wooden staircase design in Portland Maine with painted risers

Springhill Residence by Locati Architects, Interior Design by Locati Interiors, Photography by Roger Wade
Family room - country brown floor family room idea with a bar

Emily Followill
Patio - traditional brick patio idea in Atlanta

This Classic Quarry large Nojoqui Falls wall fountain will instantly become the crowning jewel of any room you put it in, whether it's in your home or office. When you look at this fountain your eye will be naturally drawn to the movement of the water over the textured Absolute Black Granite to the awaiting polished cream white river rocks below. Amazing positive and negative water patterns created by the deeply textured face captivate viewers...the calming effect of this sight and sound cannot be overstated. Granite's toughness is legendary. It is a dense and incredibly durable material that has an unmistakable decorative, luxurious quality and beauty. Our Classic wall fountain design is traditional and enduring, creating a natural focal point without taking up valuable floor space. Beautiful accent lighting adds to the peaceful ambiance, satisfying all your senses. Bluworld HOMelements™ Classic Quarry Line also features your choice of premium metals, like brushed stainless steel, rustic copper with our signature hand-applied patina, or your choice of our standard colors like Black Onyx or Copper Vein trim kits. Remotely controlled dimmable, long lasting warm white LED lighting highlights the beauty of the stone color and texture. A removable rock tray allows easy access to the pump and adjustable flow rate valve. Cream White River Rocks are included. Natural stone varies in color due to the different hues of the natural particles that make up the product. All stones are natural and vary in color, intensity and veining. Photos are provided as an indication only. It is the variation in natural stone that makes each fountain quite unique. Since this product is natural stone, color and texture variances are not defects within the material, but are inherent to it and part of the natural beauty of quarried materials. Our natural stone slabs are imported from quarries worldwide. The Classic Quarry Line contains stunning slices of the natural world. Due to the broad range of colors and textures (Granite excluded) you may wish to select your own stone. This culling service is offered for an additional fee and includes photos of 4 different slabs from your selected stone species. Stone selections must be made within 48 hours of photo receipt. Our Culling Service is not offered for Absolute Black Granite.

Discover inspiration for small and narrow bathroom designs with this elegant transitional space featuring a striking black and white basketweave mosaic tile floor. This functional yet stylish bathroom boasts a white subway-tiled shower with luxurious gold fixtures, a sleek white vanity with coordinating gold hardware, and a space-saving toilet, creating a bright and sophisticated aesthetic perfect for modern homes.

Example of a mid-sized trendy master gray tile and porcelain tile marble floor freestanding bathtub design in DC Metro with dark wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, a two-piece toilet and quartz countertops

Photo by Karen Melvin
Elegant enclosed dark wood floor living room photo in Minneapolis with beige walls

Photographer: Calgary Photos Builder: www.timberstoneproperties.ca
Large mountain style l-shaped slate floor dedicated laundry room photo in Calgary with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, a stacked washer/dryer, beige walls and beige countertops

Example of a classic bathroom design in Minneapolis

Home theater - traditional brown floor home theater idea in Salt Lake City with blue walls

Corey Gaffer
Minimalist open concept dark wood floor living room photo in Minneapolis with white walls, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Example of a classic gray tile freestanding bathtub design in Austin with dark wood cabinets, white walls, a drop-in sink and shaker cabinets

This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Photography: Eric Roth Photo

Example of a beach style open concept light wood floor living room design in Boston with white walls, a two-sided fireplace and no tv