Photo credit Michael Moran. The design for this client’s “dream house on the water” capitalizes on every opportunity to incorporate views of the Long Island Sound within the home. The placement and expanse of the fir windows and sliding doors underscore the water’s proximity. The interior gathering space spills out onto the raised outdoor deck and lap pool overlooking the seawall. Reducing the house’s carbon footprint is another priority, accomplished by generating renewable energy on site. The precise angle of the house on the property is calculated for optimal solar energy production by the rooftop photovoltaic panels and a geothermal system installed under the driveway provides heating and cooling for the house. Due to the fact that the site is located on a floodplain, the ground floor of the house is raised and no basement is allowed. This presents a challenge in terms of carving out enough storage space in the main house that one might normally relegate to a basement. Rooms are efficiently sized and serve multiple functions and storage is built-in wherever possible.

To move or not to move — that is the question many homeowners are asking as they consider whether to upgrade their existing residence or pack up and find a new one. It was that exact question that was discussed by this homeowner as they evaluated their traditional two-story home in Fontana. Built in 2001, this cedar-sided 3,500-square-foot home features five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, and a full basement. During renovation projects like the these, we have the ability and flexibility to work across many different architectural styles. Our main focus is to work with clients to get a good sense of their personal style, what features they’re most attracted to, and balance those with the fundamental principles of good design – function, balance, proportion and flow – to make sure that they have a unified vision for the home. After extensive demolition of the kitchen, family room, master bath, laundry room, powder room, master bedroom and adjacent hallways, we began transforming the space into one that the family could truly utilize in an all new way. In addition to installing structural beams to support the second floor loads and pushing out two non-structural walls in order to enlarge the master bath, the renovation team installed a new kitchen island, added quartz countertops in the kitchen and master bath plus installed new Kohler sinks, toilets and accessories in the kitchen and bath. Underscoring the belief that an open great room should offer a welcoming environment, the renovated space now offers an inviting haven for the homeowners and their guests. The open family room boasts a new gas fireplace complete with custom surround, mantel and bookcases. Underfoot, hardwood floors featuring American walnut add warmth to the home’s interior. Continuity is achieved throughout the first floor by accenting posts, handrails and spindles all with the same rich walnut.

Anthony Moreno Tree Falls Photography
Example of a transitional home design design in New York

Made by VISTATILES Ships from a small business in Pennsylvania Introducing our exquisite handcrafted ceramic mosaic tiles, measuring 17x17 cm, these Cobalt Fish Scale Patterned Tiles are a true work of art. Each tile is meticulously created, resulting in a set of 75 unique pieces per square meter (10 square feet). Their captivating design showcases the beauty of Turkish craftsmanship, making them ideal for various applications, from bathroom tiles to decorative elements. Product Details: Material: Ceramic Size: 17x17 cm (6.69 x 6.69 inches) Quantity: 75 pieces per square meter (10 square feet) Color: Cobalt Blue with Gold Accents Pattern: Fish Scale Style: Handmade, Artisan Crafted Origin: Turkey Product Description: Elevate your space with our stunning Cobalt Fish Scale Patterned Tiles. These handcrafted ceramic tiles feature a mesmerizing design inspired by the scales of a fish. The intricate details and rich cobalt blue color create a captivating visual effect that will add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any room. Our tiles are perfect for a variety of applications, including: Bathroom Tiles: Create a spa-like atmosphere in your bathroom with our beautiful fish scale tiles. They are ideal for backsplashes, shower walls, and floors. Kitchen Backsplashes: Add a splash of color and personality to your kitchen with our unique tiles. They are easy to clean and maintain, making them a practical choice for this high-traffic area. Decorative Elements: Use our tiles to create stunning decorative accents throughout your home. They can be used to frame mirrors, fireplaces, or accent walls. Why Choose Our Tiles: Handcrafted Quality: Each tile is meticulously crafted by skilled artisans, ensuring the highest quality and attention to detail. Unique Design: Our fish scale pattern is truly one-of-a-kind, adding a touch of personality and style to any space. Versatile Applications: Our tiles can be used in a variety of settings, from bathrooms and kitchens to living rooms and bedrooms. Durable and Easy to Maintain: Our ceramic tiles are durable and easy to clean, making them a practical choice for any home. Turkish Craftsmanship: Our tiles showcase the beauty of Turkish craftsmanship, bringing a piece of Turkish culture into your home. To achieve their exceptional quality, our tiles undergo a firing process at 1050 degrees Celsius in specialized tile ovens. This meticulous process imparts exceptional resilience, making the tiles suitable for outdoor use as well. From adorning the interiors of Turkish baths to enhancing the aesthetic appeal of spa entrances, these tiles serve as both functional and decorative elements. The unique cracked appearance on the surface of the Dark Green Fish Scale Tiles is a deliberate design choice. This subtle crackle pattern remains a hidden gem, adding depth and character to each tile. While these tiles are perfect for various interior and exterior architectural projects, it's important to note that they aren't recommended for direct water immersion due to their surface characteristics. For aquatic applications such as swimming pools, we recommend opting for our porcelain-based tiles with pigmented colors, ensuring both durability and aesthetic satisfaction. Our crackle tile collection, though not suitable for water exposure, offers an array of options for floor tiles. These specially crafted flat surface tiles find their place in bathroom, kitchen, spa, hammam, hotel, and villa decorations. The resilience of our Kütahya Fish Scale Tiles against environmental elements, be it sunlight or wind, underscores their exceptional quality. Designed for easy application, these tiles are equally suitable for novice and experienced designers alike. The assortment of Kütahya and Iznik patterned Fish Scale Tiles presents a versatile range that caters to various preferences and budgets. Order your Cobalt Fish Scale Patterned Tiles today and transform your space into a work of art! Additional Information: Shipping: We offer worldwide shipping. Please contact us for shipping rates and estimated delivery times. Returns: We accept returns within 30 days of purchase. Please contact us for return instructions. Custom Orders: We can also create custom orders to match your specific needs. Please contact us for more information. Detailed Specifications: Width: 17 cm Height: 17 cm Thickness: 0.8 cm Weight per 1 m2: 15.50 kg Quantity per 1 m2: 75 pieces We kindly advise international buyers to be aware of potential duties, customs charges, and import taxes applicable upon shipping to their respective countries. These fees are determined and enforced by the buyer's country upon the item's arrival. In the event of a return, please note that a 25% restocking fee will be deducted from the order amount, and the customer will be responsible for the return shipping costs. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to providing you with exceptional products that elevate your designs.

This waterfront pool project in Beaconsfield reimagines a transitional backyard by fusing timeless warmth with crisp modern geometry. At its heart lies a custom concrete pool whose expansive beach entry pool—also known as a generous tanning ledge—slopes gently into the water, delivering the relaxed feel of a private resort. A frameless glass pool fence with low-iron panels preserves unobstructed lake vistas while ensuring safety, allowing the pool’s shimmering surface to merge visually with the open water beyond. Anchoring the far end of the basin is a dramatic outdoor fire feature that rises directly from the waterline. By day it acts as a sculptural focal point; by night the flames ripple across the water, transforming the space into a show-stopping luxury swimming pool experience. Every contour, drainage line, and equipment specification was shaped by Northstone’s in-house landscape architect design team and executed by our 180-strong crew of specialists, reinforcing our reputation as the go-to Beaconsfield pool builder for bespoke, high-end projects. Because Northstone is an entirely in-house design build firm, we streamline all stages—city permits, excavation, steel placement, shotcrete, and finishing—under a single roof. This turnkey approach distinguishes us among Montreal pool construction companies and ensures flawless craftsmanship in every pour. It is also why clients seeking a custom pool contractor to create a resort-style backyard consistently choose Northstone. That commitment to quality has earned us the #1 ranking for landscaping on bestinMTL.com and the top spot for pool design-build on bestmontrealservices.com. Our work has been showcased in Dwell, House & Home, the Montreal Gazette, and Living Luxe Magazine, underscoring our status as Montreal’s premier high-end pool company for luxury outdoor living on lakefront properties.

Shower Walls: Arizona Tile Cala Tresana 12"x24" Polished Tile Shower Floor: Arizona Tile Skyline Multi Finish 2"x2" Hex Bathroom Floor: Arizona Tile Invictus Cross Cut Beige 12"x24" Matte Tile Countertop / Shampoo Recess / Cap Of Shower Bench: MSI Calacatta Lavasa Cabinets: Koch Classic Bristol Birch Briarwood Cabinet Door Handles: Hayworth Knobs Cabinet Drawer Handles: Hayworth Pulls Shower Head: Delta Universal Showering 2.5 GPM Shower Trim: Delta Cassidy Thermostatic Valve Trim Bath Tub: Kohler Underscore 60" Drop In Sinks: Single Bowl Undermount Rectangle Sink Toilet: Toto Drake 1.28 GPF Grab Bar: Delta 12" Traditional Grab Bar Faucets: Delta Lahara Single Hole Bathroom Faucet Tub Filler: Signature Hardware Wall Mounted Tub Filler Robe Hooks: Delta Kayra Hand Shower: Delta Multi Function

A transitional backyard in Beaconsfield now blends modern clean lines with timeless warmth. Center-stage, a custom concrete pool features an oversized beach entry that invites relaxed lounging and easy access for children. A gentle spill-over waterfall and paired water feature add soothing movement, while frameless glass railings keep the view open to the surrounding gardens. Herringbone pavers, laid in warm neutral tones, ground the space with classic character and provide a slip-resistant surface from pool edge to dining terrace. At dusk, a bespoke concrete fire feature anchors an intimate seating area, turning the patio into a four-season gathering spot. Layered plantings and accent lighting soften the hardscape and tie the traditional brick façade of the home to its modern architectural accents. Craftsmanship of this caliber is a signature of The Northstone Group. The firm is ranked #1 for landscaping on bestinMTL.com and recognized as the leading pool design and building company on bestmontrealservices.com. Its projects are regularly featured in Dwell, House & Home, and the Montreal Gazette, underscoring Northstone’s position as Montreal’s premier landscape and pool design-build specialist.

Brizo Baliza tub faucet paired with Kohler Underscore freestanding tub. PVC wainscot for added protection on tub walls.
Example of a large classic bathroom design in Richmond

For the full story behind this project visit: http://centralvalley.mybathcrate.com/?p=1044 bathCRATE Countryview Drive | Modesto, CA | Quartz: MSI Sparkling White | Cabinet: Kelly-Moore City Dweller | Sinks: Kohler Ladena in White | Faucets: Pfister Avalon in Brushed Nickel | Shower Tile: Bedrosians Hamptons Sail 4X12 | Shower Accent: Bedrosians Hamptons Cove Glass Blend Tiles | Shower Fixture: Pfister Avalon in Brushed Nickel | Bathtub: Kohler Underscore in White | Wall Paint: Kelly-Moore Indian Muslin | Floor Tile: Bedrosians Barrique Fonce 8X40

This bright master features custom tiled shower stall, low profile walk-in style shower base, custom glass enclosure, spa-like Kohler shower system, Kohler Underscore freestanding soaking bathtub, Kohler vanities with matching medicine cabinets, wood-look tiled floor. Natural light and light, open concept allow this space to feel open and inviting.

This contemporary bathroom combines upscale finishes with traditional patterns and materials. It’s neutral color scheme of gray and white and touches of pale blue create a serene space. The 60” vanity in a rich, cherry finish is topped with River Blue Leather Granite and a double vessel sink with open waterway Chrome faucets. It has not one, but two bathing areas – both a shower and separate tub. The walk-in shower features elegant tile work with Mayfair Suave Bianco walls and Turkish gray pencil along with a stunning niche feature-area in Carrera Bella Pearl Basketweave tile. The Kohler Hydrorail with rain head and glass door complete this well-appointed shower. The tub repeats the design of the tile featured in the shower also with a Carrera Bella Pearl Basketweave feature area and a hand-shower completes the bathing experience. A bit of technology was included as the finishing touches to this stunning bathroom with a chrome towel warmer, Bluetooth LED fan/light, and a LED-backlit mirror.

A transitional backyard in Beaconsfield now blends modern clean lines with timeless warmth. Center-stage, a custom concrete pool features an oversized beach entry that invites relaxed lounging and easy access for children. A gentle spill-over waterfall and paired water feature add soothing movement, while frameless glass railings keep the view open to the surrounding gardens. Herringbone pavers, laid in warm neutral tones, ground the space with classic character and provide a slip-resistant surface from pool edge to dining terrace. At dusk, a bespoke concrete fire feature anchors an intimate seating area, turning the patio into a four-season gathering spot. Layered plantings and accent lighting soften the hardscape and tie the traditional brick façade of the home to its modern architectural accents. Craftsmanship of this caliber is a signature of The Northstone Group. The firm is ranked #1 for landscaping on bestinMTL.com and recognized as the leading pool design and building company on bestmontrealservices.com. Its projects are regularly featured in Dwell, House & Home, and the Montreal Gazette, underscoring Northstone’s position as Montreal’s premier landscape and pool design-build specialist.

To move or not to move — that is the question many homeowners are asking as they consider whether to upgrade their existing residence or pack up and find a new one. It was that exact question that was discussed by this homeowner as they evaluated their traditional two-story home in Fontana. Built in 2001, this cedar-sided 3,500-square-foot home features five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, and a full basement. During renovation projects like the these, we have the ability and flexibility to work across many different architectural styles. Our main focus is to work with clients to get a good sense of their personal style, what features they’re most attracted to, and balance those with the fundamental principles of good design – function, balance, proportion and flow – to make sure that they have a unified vision for the home. After extensive demolition of the kitchen, family room, master bath, laundry room, powder room, master bedroom and adjacent hallways, we began transforming the space into one that the family could truly utilize in an all new way. In addition to installing structural beams to support the second floor loads and pushing out two non-structural walls in order to enlarge the master bath, the renovation team installed a new kitchen island, added quartz countertops in the kitchen and master bath plus installed new Kohler sinks, toilets and accessories in the kitchen and bath. Underscoring the belief that an open great room should offer a welcoming environment, the renovated space now offers an inviting haven for the homeowners and their guests. The open family room boasts a new gas fireplace complete with custom surround, mantel and bookcases. Underfoot, hardwood floors featuring American walnut add warmth to the home’s interior. Continuity is achieved throughout the first floor by accenting posts, handrails and spindles all with the same rich walnut.

Anthony Moreno Tree Falls Photography
Bathroom - transitional bathroom idea in New York

The architect and designer Guy Derwent was approached by his client with a clear and compelling brief: to completely transform a grand Victorian terrace house they were planning to renovate. The client envisioned something far beyond a standard renovation – this was to be a bold and dramatic reimagining of a family home that could grow with them over time. With the property having remained largely untouched for more than fifty years, the architects saw an opportunity to unlock its potential and deliver a contemporary design that would contrast beautifully with its Victorian heritage. The existing layout consisted of a series of small, disconnected rooms to the rear of the house. To respond to the client’s need for openness and flexibility, the architect proposed a radical restructuring of the ground floor: The rear rooms were completely removed Suspended timber floors were lowered by up to two metres to align with the garden Two bold extensions were added The first extension filled in the side return with a London stock brick facade and a glazed roof, while the second – a striking black steel and glass pavilion was glazed on three sides and placed along the garden elevation. This new pavilion redefined the building’s relationship with the garden. Its steel-framed glazing created a seamless dialogue between interior and exterior, offering a sense of immersion in the surrounding landscape. At the heart of the plan sits a dramatic, five-metre-tall dining space that acts as a transition from the original entrance hall into the new addition. A large, circular cast-glass window, framed in steel, provides a visual and spatial link between old and new, allowing light and movement to travel through the depth of the home. Throughout the project, a series of black metal elements were introduced as sculptural interventions – each marking moments of transformation within the house. These included the bespoke steel framed circular window, a custom metal staircase, a cylindrical support column, and the striking steel and glass garden pavilion. Together, they formed a coherent architectural language that underscored the project’s bold intent. Our steel windows and doors played a vital role in delivering the project’s vision. The architects chose steel for its refined sight lines and distinctive material character, which helped bridge the gap between the historical context of the building and the bold new additions. The black steel frames provided a crisp contrast to the pale London stock brick and added definition to the glazed pavilion, reinforcing the sense of architectural precision. In particular, the fine steel profiles of the garden room allowed the extension to feel both lightweight and immersive, blurring the boundary between the house and its garden. The architect drew inspiration from the Bauhaus Movement, particularly the work of Walter Gropius, whose approach to functional beauty and industrial materials informed the design of the garden pavilion. Here, our glazing system was used not just for transparency, but as an expressive architectural element. The carefully proportioned panels help to conceal the roof thickness and reinforce the pavilion’s industrial yet abstract character – a deliberate nod to product design and modernist detailing. Sustainability was an important factor in the selection of materials. Our steel systems, made from 99% recycled content and 100% recyclable, aligned with the project’s broader environmental goals. The architects noted that this commitment to material longevity and circularity was central to their decision to use steel. The durability and recyclability of the windows and doors ensured the project met both aesthetic and ethical criteria. This London terrace house now stands as a celebration of contrast – between heritage and innovation, solidity and transparency, tradition and transformation. Our steel windows and doors were not simply components; they were essential tools in crafting a home that is as bold and expressive as it is functional. The result is a home designed for modern family life, where light, space, and materiality come together in perfect harmony.

With a touch of glamour and a nod to historical European design, this stunning master bathroom remodel is the culmination of years of dreaming for this client who had meticulously researched and planned nearly every design detail she wanted to incorporate. Each element has a significance behind it and underscores the passion our client has for the Classicism period of design and we were honored to bring her vision to life. From the crown molding and fluted pilasters, to the Schonbek chandelier and sconces with Swarovski crystals, and subtle “aging in place” details that the untrained eye would never know were there, every inch of this beautiful space was designed with careful thought and love.

Overlooking the lovely green canopy of New York’s iconic Central Park, this penthouse terrace offers priceless views with peaceful places to sit, chat, dine, relax, and relish the color, texture, and space of the great outdoors, all underscored with the New York City skyline. A breathtaking space that constantly rewards those lucky enough to spend time there, it is the quintessential New York minute, but welcomes hours, days, and more.

This Master Bathroom Features: Kohler Archer Sinks, Kohler Memoirs Faucet, Kohler Memoirs Toilet, Kohler Underscore Bathtub, Kohler Memoirs Tub and Shower Fixtures, Kichler Lighting, Monarch Brockton Painted Maple Full Overlay OE 3 & IP 5 Dovetail Vanity, Q Quartz Statuary Classique Vanity Top, Luna Pearl Granite Bench and Tub Deck, Top Knobs Hardware, Highland Park Whisper White 3x6 Wall Tile, and Interceramic Union Square Fisher 8x8 Shower Pan Tile

Master On-Suite Tub/Shower area
Large transitional master gray tile marble floor bathroom photo in Phoenix with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, a two-piece toilet and gray walls