Troubles - Photos & Ideas

Trouble charting the right course in your home decorating? The coast is crystal clear with this design that wants to sea and be seen. Each of the Indigo Shells in this series are limited edition pieces that are hand embellished with Swarovski crystals. The elegant squares are highlighted in silver leaf and encrusted with Indigo crystals and is surrounded by a wide, white mat and rubbed antique gold bamboo moulding. 'This series in available in three different framing combinations so that they will coordinate beautifully with your decor. With 6 images to choose from, you can mix and match to your hearts content.' -Michelle Woolley Sauter OneCoastDesign.com

Rosewood Grove Contemporary

Jarrett Design

Our clients are always teaching us. In this case, our clients had a vision that changed the direction of the design process midstream. Often our clients tell us they have trouble visualizing. This time, we must admit, we had a little trouble visualizing how their big idea was better than what we were planning. And then, it clicked! This young family of five had outgrown their dark and dated kitchen. Food prep, cooking and baking play a large daily role in this home. Pantry storage was overflowing to the point where bulk ingredients, small appliances and other daily necessities were stored in a nearby closet and the laundry room at the end of the house. Counter space was scarce. The kitchen also served as an office area for the husband, who works from home, and a study area for the three school age children. Given some constraints and a fixed budget, our inclination was to work with the existing kitchen to design a much more efficient space, keeping it close to the laundry room/pantry, which could be maximized for convenient storage and access. We would create an organized work area within the kitchen as well. Our clients were happy with the design. Then, out of the blue, they announced that they would like to move the kitchen into the family room space! Our first reaction was to question how this could work being so far from the pantry storage areas, and the other living spaces of the home. The flow seemed as though it would be odd, but we heard them out and allowed some time for the idea to blossom. And blossom, it did. The existing kitchen and eating space became the new study and family room with enlarged windows and an added sliding door bringing their beautiful gardens into clear sight. The pantry dilemma was solved by adding a full wall of tall cabinetry with roll out storage flanking a beautiful fireplace. A large island with waterfall sides provides copious counter space and seating for the whole family. Dark, dated traditional styling of the past kitchen gave way to contemporary high gloss white and warm rosewood elements. The dramatic Dekton Aura backsplash is the icing on the cake! Matt Villano Photography

Daltile Tile Inspiration for your Home

Sterling Carpet & Flooring

Daltile promises the 4T’s of tile: Tough, Timeless, Trouble-Free, and Trustworthy. With Daltile, you will be guaranteed a durable and low-maintenance flooring surface that seamlessly flows throughout your entire home. As the original carpet store on Orange County’s famed tile mile, Sterling has been servicing the flooring needs of Southern California for generations. Sterling is one the largest and oldest flooring stores in Orange County. We look forward to helping you with all your flooring needs.

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Chevy Chase, MD Barn-Style Custom Home

FineCraft Contractors, Design + Build

We were hired to build this house after the homeowner was having some trouble finding the right contractor. With a great team and a great relationship with the homeowner we built this gem in the Washington, DC area. Finecraft Contractors, Inc. Soleimani Photography

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If your child loves to swing and slide, the Midway is the ideal choice. If you have the time, count how many distinct play features there are..... Well, to save you the trouble, there are 10 distinct play features. Your child will create new adventures and memories everyday with the Midway.

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Hancock Park English Tudor

Sarah Solis Design Studio

Renovation of 1920's historic home in the heart of Hancock Park. Architectural remodel to re-configured the downstairs floor plan, allowing for an expanded kitchen and family room. California comfort meets the formal living room with vaulted ceiling and restored original fireplace.