"An entry to a space where traditions are made and loved ones gather to share their life experiences." We designed this space for a family that desired a beautiful dining room to complete their home decor. The rustic dining table reveals their casual warmth and at the same time the double crystal chandeliers uncover their refined taste for a touch of elegance. The walls are adorned in tradition with the light creamy wall covering while the deep accents in the artwork and accessories keep the eye engaged in a place of comfort. Custom designed by Hartley and Hill Design. All materials and furnishings in this space are available through Hartley and Hill Design. www.hartleyandhilldesign.com 888-639-0639

Designed by Christina Higham for Sonder. Photography by Jacqueline Marque
Eclectic living room photo in New Orleans

This project involved the complete renovation of a historic stone house ruin in the South of France. During the restoration, long-buried original stone walls were carefully uncovered and preserved, bringing the home’s character and history back to life. Windows were enlarged and balconies were added to capture the sweeping views of the sea and allow natural light to flood the interiors. Inside, reclaimed wood was used to create custom furniture pieces, bathroom vanities, and a fireplace mantel, adding warmth and authenticity to the space. Limestone tile floors run throughout the home, complementing a palette of soft neutral tones. Textural elements such as natural stone, aged wood, leather furnishings, and open shelving create a layered, relaxed elegance that reflects the coastal Mediterranean setting.

This project involved the complete renovation of a historic stone house ruin in the South of France. During the restoration, long-buried original stone walls were carefully uncovered and preserved, bringing the home’s character and history back to life. Windows were enlarged and balconies were added to capture the sweeping views of the sea and allow natural light to flood the interiors. Inside, reclaimed wood was used to create custom furniture pieces, bathroom vanities, and a fireplace mantel, adding warmth and authenticity to the space. Limestone tile floors run throughout the home, complementing a palette of soft neutral tones. Textural elements such as natural stone, aged wood, leather furnishings, and open shelving create a layered, relaxed elegance that reflects the coastal Mediterranean setting.

This project involved the complete renovation of a historic stone house ruin in the South of France. During the restoration, long-buried original stone walls were carefully uncovered and preserved, bringing the home’s character and history back to life. Windows were enlarged and balconies were added to capture the sweeping views of the sea and allow natural light to flood the interiors. Inside, reclaimed wood was used to create custom furniture pieces, bathroom vanities, and a fireplace mantel, adding warmth and authenticity to the space. Limestone tile floors run throughout the home, complementing a palette of soft neutral tones. Textural elements such as natural stone, aged wood, and leather furnishings create a layered, relaxed elegance that reflects the coastal Mediterranean setting.

These homeowners originally had a standard wood deck and loves to entertain throughout the year so they were looking to expand. We tore off the old deck and build a New Covered Deck (21’x16′) and Uncovered deck (20’x12′). The materials we used were Timbertech’s PVC Capped Composite Decking in the Legacy Series – Colors were Tigerwood for the main color with the Mocha as the accent. The railing was the Westbury’s Full Aluminum Railing in the Tuscany Series. The Covered area we used a screen below the decking for bugs and Full Glass Windows on the walls. We also added Decking lighting as Stair Riser Lights and Post Cap lights for the outside part. The ceiling of the covered is Cedar Carsiding. With the finished project, these homeowners can enjoy and entertain most of our Iowa year now. Project turned out great.

Paul Hamil
Inspiration for a large modern brown three-story wood flat roof remodel

Sunset Construction and Design specializes in creating residential patio retreats, outdoor kitchens with fireplaces and luxurious outdoor living rooms. Our design-build service can turn an ordinary back yard into a natural extension of your home giving you a whole new dimension for entertaining or simply unwinding at the end of the day. If you’re interested in converting a boring back yard or starting from scratch in a new home, look us up! A great patio and outdoor living area can easily be yours. Greg, Sunset Construction & Design in Fresno, CA.

This two bedroom apartment is located in a converted loft building dating from 1881 near Gramercy Park in Manhattan. The design involved the complete remodeling of the apartment, including a new open plan kitchen with an island overlooking the living area. The existing building fabric becomes part of the redesigned space in the form of an exposed cast iron column and an uncovered brickwork wall. These simple moves serve as tectonic reminders of the building's history while being juxtaposed with the modern fixtures and finishes that form the rest of the apartment. Natural light is drawn into the hallway by inserting a glass clerestory over a new storage wall. Cabinetry in the living, kitchen and bedroom spaces is built into the walls to maximize storage areas while creating a fully integrated architectural solution throughout the apartment. Artificial lighting is discreetly added through light coves, recessed ceiling fixtures and under cabinet lights. A warm, yet limited palette of materials include American walnut, limestone and bright red full height closet doors - located in the children's bedroom. www.archphoto.com

Example of a large minimalist women's walk-in closet design in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets and white cabinets

Modern Master Bath Suite with shower and tub enclosure for wet area. Floating rift wood cabinets with water fall quartz countertops
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Photo by Firewater Photography. Designed during previous position as Residential Studio Director and Project Architect at LS3P Associates Ltd.
Large rustic beige two-story stucco gable roof idea

These homeowners originally had a standard wood deck and loves to entertain throughout the year so they were looking to expand. We tore off the old deck and build a New Covered Deck (21’x16′) and Uncovered deck (20’x12′). The materials we used were Timbertech’s PVC Capped Composite Decking in the Legacy Series – Colors were Tigerwood for the main color with the Mocha as the accent. The railing was the Westbury’s Full Aluminum Railing in the Tuscany Series. The Covered area we used a screen below the decking for bugs and Full Glass Windows on the walls. We also added Decking lighting as Stair Riser Lights and Post Cap lights for the outside part. The ceiling of the covered is Cedar Carsiding. With the finished project, these homeowners can enjoy and entertain most of our Iowa year now. Project turned out great.

Studio H Landscape Architecture
Mid-sized tuscan courtyard concrete paver drought-tolerant and partial sun patio photo in Orange County with a fire pit

This 1890 rowhouse had been renovated over time, most recently in the 70s. Our clients wanted to renovate every floor. The floors and walls were out of level, and most of the systems were old. We gutted the structure to the studs, leveled and reframed the walls and floors, added insulation and updated the plumbing, electrical and HVAC. Once the structural and systems work was complete, our crew installed a new expanded kitchen, updated all the bathrooms, and updated the basement. Reconfiguring the first floor plan involved taking down the wall between the kitchen and dining room to create one large entertaining space. To bring more natural light and provide sight lines from the front to the back of the rowhouse, we added new windows to the back wall and moved the opening to the other side as a full-light door. Kitchen features include: • Cabinetry that extends to the ceiling to maximize storage • Large island with seating for four • Painting that imitates the pattern of the ceiling we uncovered during the renovation • Buffet cabinetry in the dining room with a built-in wine cooler HDBros

We replaced existing screens and poleax windows installed on this golf course home with new insulated double hung vinyl windows. Originally our client wanted windows with internal blinds, but after consultation with our team they decided to go with clear windows and custom hideaway pleated shades. This preserved their maximum view area, and created a much more appealing space. Insulted floors and ceilings ensure that this space is comfortable for most of the year and is a natural extension of their main home.

These homeowners originally had a standard wood deck and loves to entertain throughout the year so they were looking to expand. We tore off the old deck and build a New Covered Deck (21’x16′) and Uncovered deck (20’x12′). The materials we used were Timbertech’s PVC Capped Composite Decking in the Legacy Series – Colors were Tigerwood for the main color with the Mocha as the accent. The railing was the Westbury’s Full Aluminum Railing in the Tuscany Series. The Covered area we used a screen below the decking for bugs and Full Glass Windows on the walls. We also added Decking lighting as Stair Riser Lights and Post Cap lights for the outside part. The ceiling of the covered is Cedar Carsiding. With the finished project, these homeowners can enjoy and entertain most of our Iowa year now. Project turned out great.

Deck - contemporary deck idea