Inside, the home's interior boasts an expansive, airy feel with cloud-like pendant lights softening the industrial grey concrete, creating a play of textures and form. The large windows bathe the space in natural light, enhancing the open-plan design and the dialogue between the sleek furniture and rustic wooden flooring. The simplicity of the decor underscores a serene and contemplative living environment

The Home While looking for space where their active family could expand, these homeowners turned to Black Forest, with trees that remind them of their Indiana years. A stunning Pikes Peak view underscores how fortunate they are to live in Colorado. This home features classic nods to the owner’s French heritage while embracing a thoroughly of-the-moment Colorado lifestyle. Priorities for these homeowners included blending outdoor and indoor spaces wherever possible with generously proportioned windows and doors, porches, patios and balconies. A gracious lime-washed brick entry punctuates a simplified white stucco and black-frame-windowed exterior with traditional rooflines. Dramatic open spaces on the main floor comfortably accommodate the everyday activities of this busy family of four, while providing for welcomed visits from family and friends. A functional, open kitchen is designed for serious cooking, a butler’s pantry for staples, and serveware storage and dining spaces that effortlessly host after-school snacking to multi-course meals. A main-level, Peak-view office comfortably supports working at home, complete with a beer cave and tasting nook for hosting fellow aficionados after work is done. Guests will find comfort and privacy in a ma in-level guestroom suite or sleepover fun in the built-in bunks of the expansive over-garage bonus room. This home is a true collaboration that blends the homeowner’s long-held vision of their ideal home brought to life by the builder’s vision and design/build process that achieves something truly…Warm and welcoming in the Forest. The Builder Stauffer & Sons Construction is a true Design-Build team creating some of the finest living spaces in the Pikes Peak region for over twenty years. We’ve developed an easy point-of-entry to the Design-Build process that begins with our very popular Conceptual Design and Budgeting Agreement. This affordable, low-commitment step provides answers to the early-stage questions of “what and how much?” With this critical information in place, a robust collaboration between client and builder ensues, resulting in a thoughtfully designed home that strikes a balance between size and scope and budget. The Interior Design Family, friends and soon-to-be friends are welcomed into this updated version of a French country farmhouse through a bricked archway and a solid arch-top entry door. Once inside, a sweeping gallery of windows adorned with flower-filled window boxes sets a nice foreground to the ponderosa pine forest. A great room with a two-story, lime-washed, brick fireplace sits juxtaposed to a cozy farm-styled kitchen with large island, plenty of storage and a Pikes Peak view. This family home features a simple, clean design with warm, wooden beams and solid, white-oak flooring. This home is designed to be lived in. Wherever you go, downstairs, upstairs or out on the porch, this home wraps around you and is a delightful place to enjoy.

Shower Walls – Dal Santino, Bianco, Matte Shower Accent – American Olean, Entourage Crosswood Seagull Hex Shower Floor – American Olean, Entourage Crosswood Seagull Hex Countertop – Slab Fixtures – Moen Single Function Hand Shower, Moen Glyde Valve, Delta Grab Bar, Moen Glyde Deck Mounted Roman Tub Filler, Moen Icon Single Function Showerhead, Tub – Kohler Underscore Rectangle Undermount Soaking Tub Sherwin Williams Paint

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Mid-sized trendy master beige tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile bathroom photo in Minneapolis with raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

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.

BathCRATE Independence Drive | Vanity Top: Bedrosians Sequel Quartz Delicatto Carrara | Sink: Kohler Caxton Sink in White | Faucet: Delta Trinsic High Arc Faucet in Brilliance Stainless | Shower Fixture: Delta Linden Monitor 17 Shower and Tub Trim in Brilliance Stainless | Shower Tile: Bedrosians Purestone Tile in Grigio | Shower Niche: Bedrosians Calacatta Chevron in White | Tub: Kohler Underscore Acrylic Tub in White | Flooring: Bedrosians Cassio Vinyl Flooring in Beige | Cabinet Paint: Sherwin-Williams Gray Matters in Semi-Gloss | Wall Paint: Sherwin-Williams Snow Bound in Eggshell | https://kbcrate.com/bathcrate-independence-drive-in-turlock-ca-is-complete/

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.

Vanity Top: Bedrosians Cascade Quartz | Sink: Kohler Caxton Sink in White | Faucet: Delta Trinsic Faucet in Stainless | Shower Fixture: Delta Trinsic Monitor 17 Shower and Hand Shower in Brilliance Stainless | Shower Tile: Bedrosians Winter Tile in White | Shower Niche: Bedrosians Monet Honed Marble Mosaic Tile in Oriental White | Tub: Kohler Underscore Tub in White | Cabinet Paint: Sherwin-Williams African Gray in Semi-Gloss | Wall Paint: Kelly-Moore Snip of Tannin in Eggshell | For more visit: https://kbcrate.com/bathcrate-springtime-avenue-in-manteca-ca-is-complete/

BathCRATE Independence Drive | Vanity Top: Bedrosians Sequel Quartz Delicatto Carrara | Sink: Kohler Caxton Sink in White | Faucet: Delta Trinsic High Arc Faucet in Brilliance Stainless | Shower Fixture: Delta Linden Monitor 17 Shower and Tub Trim in Brilliance Stainless | Shower Tile: Bedrosians Purestone Tile in Grigio | Shower Niche: Bedrosians Calacatta Chevron in White | Tub: Kohler Underscore Acrylic Tub in White | Flooring: Bedrosians Cassio Vinyl Flooring in Beige | Cabinet Paint: Sherwin-Williams Gray Matters in Semi-Gloss | Wall Paint: Sherwin-Williams Snow Bound in Eggshell | https://kbcrate.com/bathcrate-independence-drive-in-turlock-ca-is-complete/

The Kohler underscore under mount deep soaking tub as well as an enlarged shower provide relaxation options in this nicely sized master bathroom. The sink is a double vanity with two banks of drawers and under cabinet storage.

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.

bathCRATE Framington Way | Vanity Top: Bedrosians Sequel Encore Delicatto Carrara Quartz | Sink: Kohler Caxton Sink in White | Faucet: Delta Trinsic Widespread Faucet in Brilliance Stainless | Shower Fixture: Delta Ashlyn Monitor 17 Series with Hand Shower in Brilliance Stainless | Shower Tile: Bedrosians Donna Ceramic Tile in Silver | Shower Floor Tile: Bedrosians Frammenta Mosaic Tile in White | Tub: Kohler Underscore Undermount Acrylic Tub in White | Tub Fixture: Delta Ashlyn Roman Tub Set in Brilliance Stainless | Tub Tile: Bedrosians Donna Matte Wave Deco Ceramic Tile in Silver | Flooring: Bedrosians Frammenta Tile in White | Vanity Paint: Sherwin-Williams Web Gray in Semi-Gloss | Wall Paint: Sherwin-Williams Repose Gray in Eggshell | For more visit: https://kbcrate.com/bathcrate-framington-way-in-elk-grove-ca-is-complete/

BathCRATE Isabel Virginia Drive | Vanity Top: Parisian 72-inch Vanity with Carrara Marble Top | Faucet: Delta Trinsic Faucet in Champagne Bronze | Shower Fixture: Delta Trinsic Monitor 17 Shower and Hand Shower in Champagne Bronze | Shower Tile: Arizona Tile Tru Marmi Venatino | Tub: Kohler Underscore Drop-In Acrylic Tub in White | Wall Paint: Sherwin-Williams in High Reflective White in Eggshell | For more visit: https://kbcrate.com/bathcrate-isabel-virginia-drive-in-tracy-ca-is-complete/

bathCRATE Framington Way | Vanity Top: Bedrosians Sequel Encore Delicatto Carrara Quartz | Sink: Kohler Caxton Sink in White | Faucet: Delta Trinsic Widespread Faucet in Brilliance Stainless | Shower Fixture: Delta Ashlyn Monitor 17 Series with Hand Shower in Brilliance Stainless | Shower Tile: Bedrosians Donna Ceramic Tile in Silver | Shower Floor Tile: Bedrosians Frammenta Mosaic Tile in White | Tub: Kohler Underscore Undermount Acrylic Tub in White | Tub Fixture: Delta Ashlyn Roman Tub Set in Brilliance Stainless | Tub Tile: Bedrosians Donna Matte Wave Deco Ceramic Tile in Silver | Flooring: Bedrosians Frammenta Tile in White | Vanity Paint: Sherwin-Williams Web Gray in Semi-Gloss | Wall Paint: Sherwin-Williams Repose Gray in Eggshell | For more visit: https://kbcrate.com/bathcrate-framington-way-in-elk-grove-ca-is-complete/

Shower Walls – Arizona Tile, Cosmic, Ivory Shower Accent Tile – Arizona Tile, Vetri Aqua, Polished Cabinets – Showplace Lancaster, 275 Paint Grade, Cream Satin Countertops – Della Terra, Renoir Flooring – Arizona Tile, Aequa Tur / Schluter Heat Fixtures – Kohler Underscore drop-in tub 60”x36”, Kohler Ladena 23” undermount sinks -white, Delta Linden Chrome shower valve/trim, Slide bar, Roman Tub filler w/ hand wand Paint – Benjamin Moore - #AF-20-Semi-gloss

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.

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

This kitchen commands attention with its bold, matte-black cabinetry and expansive central island. Integrated appliances and handleless fronts maintain a flawless, uninterrupted surface, underscoring the home's minimalist design philosophy. The island doubles as both a prep station and an informal gathering space, while the back counter offers ample workspace, illuminated by a linear under-cabinet lighting strip. The subtle metallic finish on the tall pantry doors adds depth and texture without breaking the monochrome palette. Perfectly proportioned and highly functional, this kitchen is designed for both serious cooking and stylish entertaining—a true centerpiece of the home.

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.