Kitchen island with negative detail on underside of benchtop by Jag Kitchens, Auckland, New Zealand
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Auckland

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Developer: KGA Lifestyle | Design: Charlie & Co. Design | Furnishings: Martha O'Hara Interiors | Landscaping: TOPO | Photography: Corey Gaffer

On a corner lot, three opposing balcony and roof lines create a dramatic look complimented with exposed glulam beams, exposed framing on the underside of the wood framed patio, marine grade plywood soffits on the two upper roofs.

A weathered back deck in Halton Hills taken off and rebuilt at about 300 square feet in cedar, with black aluminum spindles set in a cedar railing frame, cedar skirting closing the underside and stairs down onto the existing paver walk.

We completed this exterior renovation just in time for our clients to enjoy the last days of summer. In order to bring new life to this backyard, we built a multi-level deck using Trex composite decking. The home-owner wanted a bit of overhead protection for the upper deck so we had a local glass company install a frameless lami-glass canopy, which we supported with fir beams. They completed the design for the upper deck with side-mounted glass guard rails for a cleaner look.

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A weathered back deck in Halton Hills taken off and rebuilt at about 300 square feet in cedar, with black aluminum spindles set in a cedar railing frame, cedar skirting closing the underside and stairs down onto the existing paver walk.

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This new house is perched on a bluff overlooking Long Pond. The compact dwelling is carefully sited to preserve the property's natural features of surrounding trees and stone outcroppings. The great room doubles as a recording studio with high clerestory windows to capture views of the surrounding forest. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography

On a corner lot, three opposing balcony and roof lines create a dramatic look complimented with exposed glulam beams, exposed framing on the underside of the wood framed patio, marine grade plywood soffits on the two upper roofs.

The craigslist settee was reinvented with custom paint, upholstery and cushions to make a comfy hang-out space. The seating area has its own custom lighting installed in the underside of the loft, and the inside of the frame is covered with cork for pictures of friends.

A floating vanity was selected to create the illusion that the space is larger than it is. Cherry cabinets match the cherry trim molding around the windows and medicine cabinets for a cohesive look. The clerestory window above the vanities is fitted with Varia Ecoresin inserts from 3Form. The organic grass inside the resin panels add a natural aesthetic to the room, allowing natural light to flood the space while masking the view of the underside of the eaves outside. Designed by Karl Utzman Photography by: James Brady

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Stair tower. Custom stairs with glass panels and wood riser/treads. Antique glass panels at the underside of the stairs with LED perimeter lights.
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