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Presenting a mid-century modern home in Mill Valley with simple yet dramatic architectural features located at 523 Brookline Avenue Mill Valley CA. Perched above a very quiet spot at the end of a cul de sac, this brand new and visually interesting home boasts panoramic degree views of Tam Valley. With impeccable attention to detail, the contemporary design has an inviting vaulted entry opening up into the living and dining areas with high exposed wood ceilings. Wonderful natural light floods the rooms. Perfectly integrating the wooded surroundings, this comfortable and high tech home features four new outdoor decks off the kitchen, yard, living/dining rooms, and the master bedroom. Wonderful natural light floods the rooms. The living room, dining room and kitchen are all integrated with sleek design finishes including contemporary cable railing, interesting and repeated architectural detailing and matte finished hardwood flooring all with expansive views. This home reflects a refined taste and a sense of style that is noted in the careful orientation of the roof line, the windows and the outdoor living areas. The designer, Charles Stewart Architects, has created an experience, not just a home. Perfectly integrating the wooded surroundings, this comfortable and high tech home features four new outdoor decks off the kitchen, yard, living/dining rooms, and the master bedroom. The master bathroom includes a large shower and a soaking tub. State of the art appliances (Bosch, Samsung, LG) and high tech detecting systems guarantee safety and privacy. The home features Nest operating systems including heating system control and smoke/heat detection systems plus controls for garage doors and all accessible via your smart phone for programming and monitoring. With an award winning school district, an excellent pre-school (Kumara), the Tamalpais Community Center, a new Good Earth grocery store coming soon to the neighborhood and easy access to the recently renovated Eastwood Park as well as to San Francisco, the location can't be beat!

Laundry Room Organization - Psst....want to know one of our most favorite, yet underrated, organization accessories? A fold down ironing board! With a fold out ironing board, your ironing board is stored away in the cabinet but easily accessible when you need it.

Lighting is sometimes an underrated element in remodeling projects. However, lights like this pineapple pendant can really give your new space some added personality. The lights brighten up the Silver Forest granite and the gray floor tile. Photography by Mark Becker

Courtyards are so underrated. These spaces become an extension of a homes living area. Placing it just off the kitchen anchors the home's sense of community and entertaining. This becomes a big plus for small to moderate sized kitchens.

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Backsplash Adds Character, Structure & Identity to a Kitchen A backsplash is one of the most underrated design elements in a kitchen. Beyond protecting walls from moisture, grease, and heat, it creates structure, depth, and personality throughout the entire space. A well-designed backsplash helps define the kitchen visually by adding contrast, texture, pattern, and architectural flow. In this project, the custom tile selection transformed the kitchen from a standard cooking area into a statement feature with a clean modern aesthetic and strong visual identity. The right backsplash can: • Add warmth and character • Create a focal point • Tie together surrounding materials and finishes • Make the kitchen feel more custom and intentional • Elevate the overall architectural design At Texan Landscape Group, we believe the small details are what make a project stand out. Call/Text: 832-230-7277 https://landscapedesignhouston.com/contact/ Pro Tip: Patterned backsplash tile can help break up flat surfaces and add movement, depth, and dimension to modern kitchen designs.

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Maple shaker style cabinets, quartz countertops, large island with sink, commercial range hood
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One of the most underrated kitchen upgrades is a trash pull-out. It keeps bins out of sight, makes sorting trash and recycling simple, and helps the prep area stay cleaner day to day. If you cook often, choose a size that fits your household and add a second bin for recycling. Want to see options in person and talk through what fits your layout? Visit our Danville showroom. Call/text 925-236-0558 or book: https://calendly.com/wendi-camelliacabinetry/60min

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A renovation project doesn’t come cheap. Even if you have a lot of money, it is still considered practical that you set a budget when giving your landed house a makeover. The question is, what should you keep and what should you restore when doing a renovation project? If you are keen on giving your landed house interior design an upgrade, planning early is considered crucial. That means you need to figure out the right budget, employ the right team, and identify a timeline for completion ahead of time. During the planning stage, it is also vital that you identify which areas in your house to keep as is and which ones to repair and restore. If you need some beneficial guidance, here’s what some experts have to say: Retain the existing flooring when it doesn’t have major cracks or damage In landed house interior design, floors are not only considered the foundation of every landed home, they are also expected to be the most resilient. While it can be tempting to add floor embellishments like tiles to enhance your home’s aesthetic value, it shouldn’t be a priority if it does not have any massive damage or cracks. This is especially true if you’re trying to keep your spending to a minimum. If anything, there are other options you can look into to keep your flooring attractive. For instance, ensure they are cleaned and polished regularly. You will not only make them look well-maintained, you will also help boost their longevity. Replace plumbing fixtures when needed Plumbing fixtures belong to a list of items in the house that are most exposed to wear and tear. Even when not in use, water passes through the pipes, faucets, and other bathroom and kitchen plumbing accessories. Hard water also passes through plumbing fixtures. When the water has high mineral content, dried up water might create mineral deposits such as limestone, mildew, and rust. These minerals are not only difficult to remove, they can also eventually eat into the metal and steel pipes. That being said, plumbing fixtures need to be replaced on a routine basis. Also, a broken faucet or a leaking pipe will not only cause a possible disruption in the household, they can also cause some damage if not attended to right away. Save yourself from the headache by having them checked regularly and replaced right away when needed. Always check the doors Among the most underrated parts of the house are the doors. We open and close them several times a day. We sometimes bang them shut, leave them ajar, or let the breeze close them with a loud thud. While they are often made to last for years, doors and their fixtures are also prone to warping. So it shouldn’t come as a surprise if one day you’ll discover you cannot close the door anymore because the door itself no longer fits and locks. To avoid a similar scenario, check your doors every now and then. If the door itself doesn’t fit anymore, then ensure you include it in your renovation list. In addition, knobs and handles, including hinges, that are already deformed or no longer functional should be immediately replaced as well. Also, if your doorknob is prone to jamming or if your key no longer fits and turns, consider it your cue to have them replaced.

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