Hollie, Lee and 3 kiddoes under the age of 9 make up the Baby Gizmo family. Hollie and the gang are world class baby/family product testers in the form of detailed video and photo reviews. The family recently moved across the country and into an incredible 3-story house built just for them. Having all that house to decorate and 30+ uncovered windows was a daunting task, so Hollie turned to Blinds.com. After working with Blinds.com designer Josh to find window covering that were safe for the whole family, she landed on Simplicity Shutters ( http://blnds.cm/1aaTMDT), Cordless Levolor Wood Blinds ( http://blnds.cm/16skTtQ), Cordless Bali Cellular Shades ( http://blnds.cm/TcmKpl), and Bali Draperies ( http://blnds.cm/1pFG3Ji).

©Sean Costello Photography
Beach style exterior home photo in Raleigh

The customer asked us to create an outdoor living space that was significantly larger than the space that was built with their home. The slope of the yard required the addition of a retaining wall to separate the backyard into two level areas. The upper level is the location of the new covered space and a large uncovered travertine patio. The lower area was beautifully landscaped by the homeowner after Texas Custom Patios completed the retaining wall and upper level patio & cover. Priorities included making the area usable year-round with heaters, fireplace, and retractable screens; and adding an outdoor kitchen. Also, the structure needed to match the Transitional architectural design of the home and blend with the finishes. Photography credit: Snap Point Media

Mid-sized transitional backyard concrete paver patio photo in Vancouver with a fire pit and no cover

Looking at this home today, you would never know that the project began as a poorly maintained duplex. Luckily, the homeowners saw past the worn façade and engaged our team to uncover and update the Victorian gem that lay underneath. Taking special care to preserve the historical integrity of the 100-year-old floor plan, we returned the home back to its original glory as a grand, single family home. The project included many renovations, both small and large, including the addition of a a wraparound porch to bring the façade closer to the street, a gable with custom scrollwork to accent the new front door, and a more substantial balustrade. Windows were added to bring in more light and some interior walls were removed to open up the public spaces to accommodate the family’s lifestyle. You can read more about the transformation of this home in Old House Journal: http://www.cummingsarchitects.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Old-House-Journal-Dec.-2009.pdf Photo Credit: Eric Roth

The customer asked us to create an outdoor living space that was significantly larger than the space that was built with their home. The slope of the yard required the addition of a retaining wall to separate the backyard into two level areas. The upper level is the location of the new covered space and a large uncovered travertine patio. The lower area was beautifully landscaped by the homeowner after Texas Custom Patios completed the retaining wall and upper level patio & cover. Priorities included making the area usable year-round with heaters, fireplace, and retractable screens; and adding an outdoor kitchen. Also, the structure needed to match the Transitional architectural design of the home and blend with the finishes. Photography credit: Snap Point Media

Interior Design: Beth Armijo, Armijo Design Group (armijodesigngroup.com) Kitchen Design: Terri Rose, Exquisite Kitchen Design (myekdesign.com) Contractor: Steven Hillson, Boa Construction (boaaaa.com) Photography: David Lauer (davidlauerphotography.com)

Belgard Weston Wall & Firepit, Stamped Concrete, Outdoor Kitchen, Stone Veneer Fireplace, Outdoor Room.
Minimalist backyard stamped concrete patio photo in Kansas City with a fire pit and a pergola

A custom copper hood, hand painted terra-cotta tile backsplash, expansive windows and rich Taj Mahal quartzite counters create a sophisticated and comfortable kitchen. With a pot filler, built-in shelves for spices and plenty of dark gray cabinets for storage, a modern chef has so many tools close at-hand.

Inspired by the surrounding landscape, the Craftsman/Prairie style is one of the few truly American architectural styles. It was developed around the turn of the century by a group of Midwestern architects and continues to be among the most comfortable of all American-designed architecture more than a century later, one of the main reasons it continues to attract architects and homeowners today. Oxbridge builds on that solid reputation, drawing from Craftsman/Prairie and classic Farmhouse styles. Its handsome Shingle-clad exterior includes interesting pitched rooflines, alternating rows of cedar shake siding, stone accents in the foundation and chimney and distinctive decorative brackets. Repeating triple windows add interest to the exterior while keeping interior spaces open and bright. Inside, the floor plan is equally impressive. Columns on the porch and a custom entry door with sidelights and decorative glass leads into a spacious 2,900-square-foot main floor, including a 19 by 24-foot living room with a period-inspired built-ins and a natural fireplace. While inspired by the past, the home lives for the present, with open rooms and plenty of storage throughout. Also included is a 27-foot-wide family-style kitchen with a large island and eat-in dining and a nearby dining room with a beadboard ceiling that leads out onto a relaxing 240-square-foot screen porch that takes full advantage of the nearby outdoors and a private 16 by 20-foot master suite with a sloped ceiling and relaxing personal sitting area. The first floor also includes a large walk-in closet, a home management area and pantry to help you stay organized and a first-floor laundry area. Upstairs, another 1,500 square feet awaits, with a built-ins and a window seat at the top of the stairs that nod to the home’s historic inspiration. Opt for three family bedrooms or use one of the three as a yoga room; the upper level also includes attic access, which offers another 500 square feet, perfect for crafts or a playroom. More space awaits in the lower level, where another 1,500 square feet (and an additional 1,000) include a recreation/family room with nine-foot ceilings, a wine cellar and home office. Photographer: Jeff Garland

Surface Bedroom Set by Huppe, Canada. The Surface Bedroom collection is made of North American birch veneer and features a very unique and interesting design that will adorn any interior, making it even more modern and gorgeous. The low profile of the Surface platform bed underlines its stout and robust appearance and adds a modern stunning look. However the focal point of this bed is definitely its headboard that offers so many customization options. The headboard can be ordered either standard or extended, with or without upholstered. The optional extensions can be also equipped with either Shelves or Drawers and with or without Light. The platform bed Surface can be ordered with optional matching case-goods:nightstands, dresser, chest and mirrors. The drawers of the casegoods close softly thanks to invisible self-closing German slides. The interior of each drawer is stained the same finish as the furniture itself and coated with a silky finish that protects the most delicate garments. All the storage casegoods come with a lacquered glass on the top, making the design even more noble and elegant. The platform bed Surface only requires a mattress that sits on Italian slats and does not require a box spring. Available in a variety of finishes according to our color samples. Presented in Smoked Birch #32 finish (main picture). The starting price is for the Surface Queen size Bed with a Standard Non-Upholstered Headboard. Contact our office to get Surface Bed for even better price! Limited Time Offer! P: 718-676-1977 (MIG Furniture, Brooklyn NY) Dimensions: Queen Size Bed: W66.5" x D85" x H40" King Size Bed: W84" x D85" x H40" Headboard Extensions: W22.5" x D2" x H40" Night Stand: W24" x D19" x H22" Double Dresser: W66" x D19" x H30" Lingerie Chest: W24" x D19" x H56" Wall Mirror: W46" x D2" x H26" Floor Mirror: W29" x D2" x H75"

Joshua Dover Georgia Classic Pool
Arts and crafts pool photo in Atlanta

Example of a huge tuscan backyard stamped concrete and custom-shaped infinity hot tub design in San Francisco

The exterior project included a water feature, covered and uncovered patio areas, an outdoor fireplace, paved patio and a built-in BBQ. The previous kitchen, nook and family phases were done with this phase in mind - better kitchen to patio access and view of the landscaping done for all 4 seasons. Landscaping & photography - J.P.Stone Contractors

Remodel by Designer Kitchens, Inc. Tustin Designer: Tawnya Coleman Photography by Jeri Koegel
Large transitional galley medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with two islands, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Large traditional brown two-story brick gable roof idea in Chicago with a tile roof

Mid-sized elegant backyard outdoor kitchen deck photo in Denver with a roof extension

Greg Premru
Beach style deck photo in Boston

Photography: Tom Jenkins
Inspiration for a timeless exterior home remodel in Atlanta