Interior Design by Michael Robinson Photo by: Gary Mattie Studio
Example of a mid-sized transitional master carpeted bedroom design in Philadelphia with gray walls and no fireplace

Kevin Reeves, Photographer Updated kitchen with center island with chat-seating. Spigot just for dog bowl. Towel rack that can act as a grab bar. Flush white cabinetry with mosaic tile accents. Top cornice trim is actually horizontal mechanical vent. Semi-retired, art-oriented, community-oriented couple that entertain wanted a space to fit their lifestyle and needs for the next chapter in their lives. Driven by aging-in-place considerations - starting with a residential elevator - the entire home is gutted and re-purposed to create spaces to support their aesthetics and commitments. Kitchen island with a water spigot for the dog. "His" office off "Her" kitchen. Automated shades on the skylights. A hidden room behind a bookcase. Hanging pulley-system in the laundry room. Towel racks that also work as grab bars. A lot of catalyzed-finish built-in cabinetry and some window seats. Televisions on swinging wall brackets. Magnet board in the kitchen next to the stainless steel refrigerator. A lot of opportunities for locating artwork. Comfortable and bright. Cozy and stylistic. They love it.

Made by Humanscale®, this height-adjustable modern desk lets you easily alternate between sitting and standing throughout your workday. A unique counterbalanced mechanism allows the desktop to smoothly “float” up or down when you engage the one-handed release lever. The desk moves quickly and quietly without electric motors or cranks. The tension also adjusts to accommodate the weight of items placed on the surface. With clean lines and an array of top and base options, this ergonomic and health-conscious desk complements any work environment.

You can see more photos of the mechanics of the home and learn more about the energy-conserving technology by visiting this project on Bone Structure's website: https://bonestructure.ca/en/portfolio/project-15-580/ The materials selected included the stone, tile, wood floors, hardware, light fixtures, plumbing fixtures, siding, paint, doors, and cabinetry. Check out this very special and style focused detail: horizontal grain, walnut, frameless interior doors - adding a very special quality to an otherwise ordinary object.

Calligaris is a company that keeps up with the times, perceiving the present with that sensitivity that allows for the most interesting and fruitful ideas to be transformed into furniture and decorative accessories ready to enter people's homes and find their place, creating unique spaces that speak volumes about their occupants. Features: Drawers with assisted closing mechanism

This gold and walnut modern credenza would make the perfect storage cabinet in nearly any environment. It is handcrafted by us here in the USA utilizing only the highest quality materials and it’s made to last a lifetime. The raised geometric pattern of the gold doors and a touch of modernism, while simultaneously are a nod to Hollywood Regency styling. It sits atop a black platform base (wrapped in vinyl to give a little texture). It is a very versatile piece and would be well-suited as a modern TV stand/console, credenza, buffet, or stylish sideboard. Behind each door you’ll find an adjustable inner shelf for maximum flexibility. Push-to-open doors eliminate the need for handles or knobs on the front so as to not distract from the stylish, modern look of the doors. In addition to making these in many different widths and heights, we can also build yours in nearly any configuration. Want a more “open”, “airy” look? We can make yours with an open middle section (meaning doors only on the outsides). Or, need drawers? We can do that as well! It is shown here in rich brown walnut, but yours can be made in any of the woods shown on our wood options page. Other door colors are available as well. For a more vintage look, consider our vintage-orange doors. Or, for a more modern style, go with white. See our other items for examples in different color and configurations. Looking for a more mid-century look? Take a look at this unit with our tapered, gold spindle legs as opposed to the platform base. For many years of trouble-free use, we use only top-of-the-line hardware (hinges, push to open mechanisms) from Blum and Salice. Only the highest quality furniture-grade veneers are used as well. Like any natural material, expect some slight variations in grain and coloration. Using this to store electronic devices that need power? Let us know and we’re happy to add holes in the back for cables to exit for no additional charge. Need a different width? Yours can be made with any number of doors. Dimensions: approximately 82.75" wide x 19" deep x 25.25" high . (The dimensions are the exterior dimensions of the cabinet. The patterns on the doors will extend slightly past the cabinet) Model: Pi (shown in walnut with gold doors and platform base). Please inquire for information and pricing on any changes you would like. We also create many other custom pieces in this and other styles, so, please contact us if you are looking for conference tables, credenzas, industrial office shelving, or any other furniture. We would love to discuss how we can work together to design a unique piece to fit your needs! To see more options and to learn more about us, visit us at: www.combine9.com In addition to countless wonderful homeowners and small businesses around the country, some of our past clients include companies such as Google, Disney, Hilton Hotels, YouTube, Linked In, Living Social, Wyndham Hotels, Trip Advisor, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Vans Shoes, Vibram Shoes, Mishimoto, Starwood Hotels, and Bose retail stores. We’ve also been in numerous national publications and TV shows including HGTV’s “House Hunters”, a nation-wide Verizon TV commercial, a nation-wide Microsoft TV commercial, NBC’s “About a Boy” TV show, Dwell (for their Dwell Labs exhibit), Sound & Vision magazine, Living Spaces magazine, etc. We’ve even had several A-list celebrities (that we’ve been asked to not mention by name)! ABOUT US: We create custom, unique furniture, unlike anything you will find. Our intention is to give you a piece of furniture that you will admire and enjoy for years to come and that will leave your house-guests envious. Our work is handcrafted in the United States and made to last a lifetime. These unique pieces fit perfectly with any urban/modern, mid-century, or rustic décor. All of our pieces can be made in many configurations and sizes to suit your specific style and needs. There are many options available as each piece is designed just for you, so, if you have any thoughts, please contact us and we would be happy to let you know what your options are. * All rights reserved; Combine 9 Design, LLC

Looking for a high-class western-style barstool that can add elegance to your entertaining space? Look no further than our Chisum Stetson Barstool. Made with decorative outback and button tufting in wax pull-up leather, this rustic yet refined barstool is sure to impress. It features a high-quality 360-degree ball bearing mechanism and is crafted with American Alder Wood for the frame. You can choose from both bar and counter heights to fit your needs. Our goal was not only to make the Chisum Stetson Barstool blend with any design scheme but also to uplift and accentuate the surrounding decor. Just like a classic gin martini or rye old fashioned, this barstool is always appropriate and never boring. So why not raise a glass to the Chisum Stetson Barstool? Overall Barstool Dimensions: 43" H x 26" W x 22" D Seat Height: 30" Top of Arm Height: 40" Overall Counter Stool Dimension: 38" H x 26" W x 22" D Seat Height: 25" Top of Arm Height: 35" Leather Description:Produced on English bull hides and tanned in Italy by fifth-generation tanner. This top grain leather has a unique, soft oil tannage and a paraffin top to provide a clear, transparent surface. This leather also has a vibrant pull-up effect and is unique in that it maintains its luster when pulled in tight areas of the frame. The soft tannage allows this leather to be easily tailored with such applications as pleating and tufting and thus can be used on a broad range of frames. This leather will continue to burnish and polish over time, and wear will continue to enhance its appearance. This leather visual appeal combined with its soft, supple hand make it a leather to notice. 100% true top grain cowhide leather is characterized by variations in shade, texture, color and grain. Healed marks and scars are to be expected and enhance the natural beauty of the hides. These variations should not be considered defects as they are normal and unique features of genuine 100% top grain cowhide leather. Embossed Leather Description: A leather used to accent many of today's home interiors. The leather hide is first embossed with a floral and then colored by applying two base color coats of micro pigments. The leather is then wiped-off to give it a contrast of colors utilizing the base color combination. This color contrast is further accented by two additional top coat colors that are wiped-on by hand to give the leather a beautiful antique look. The last step is to slightly protect the hand work of the leather hide with a lacquer topcoat that provides great depth and warmth to the finished product. Frame Construction: Made with American Alder Wood, our frames are glued, screwed and dowelled at the joints. Two coats of high quality stain is hand rubbed on the wood finish and then sealed with industrial grade clear coat.

Calligaris is a company that keeps up with the times, perceiving the present with that sensitivity that allows for the most interesting and fruitful ideas to be transformed into furniture and decorative accessories ready to enter people's homes and find their place, creating unique spaces that speak volumes about their occupants. TOWER WOOD model glass top table with wood and metal frame. Extra-long extending table. The TOWER WOOD extending table has a wooden and metal frame with a rectangular tempered glass top. The 2 lateral extension leaves, also in tempered glass, can be removed individually, just pull towards you to slide them from underneath the top and align them with a simple movement. The legs, positioned diagonally to the top, have a wood finish.The TOWER WOOD extending table combines the beauty of glass and the solidity of wood for a modern style of unmistakeable elegance. Features: Automatic lateral extension mechanism Accomodates up to 10 guests Extends up to 110.24"" Tempered glass top Specifications: Maxium Length: 110.24"

The Chisum Wrangler Barstool is a beautiful and functional piece of furniture that seamlessly blends western style with modern design. Crafted with a solid wood frame and upholstered in top grain leather, this barstool exudes a timeless appeal that will enhance the look of any space. Featuring cowhide accents and brass nail tacks, the Chisum Wrangler Barstool is a unique and eye-catching piece that is perfect for adding a touch of rustic charm to any decor. The cowhide is skillfully incorporated into the backrest, providing a distinct detail that sets this barstool apart from other options on the market. The angled legs are designed to provide stability and support while also adding to the aesthetic appeal of the barstool. Additionally, the Chisum Wrangler Barstool features a high-quality 360-degree swivel mechanism that allows for easy mobility and versatility. The overall design of the Chisum Wrangler Barstool is western-inspired and includes a backrest with a curved design that provides ample support. The seat is generously padded with high-density foam, making it perfect for extended use. With its solid wood frame, genuine leather upholstery, cowhide accents, angled legs, and 360-degree swivel mechanism, the Chisum Wrangler Barstool is a versatile and durable choice that will provide comfort and style for years to come. It's a perfect seating option for home bars, restaurants, or living rooms, and is sure to be a conversation starter and a favorite seat for anyone looking for a touch of western charm in their decor. Overall, the Chisum Wrangler Barstool is a beautiful and functional piece of furniture that combines rustic charm with elegant style. If you're looking for a high-quality barstool with excellent mobility, the Chisum Wrangler Barstool is an excellent choice. 100% American Made! Overall Barstool Dimensions: 43" H x 26" W x 22" D Seat Height: 30" Overall Counter Stool Dimension: 38" H x 26" W x 22" D Seat Height: 25" Leather Description: This leathers appeal lies in the combination of its disparate qualities: the firm, solid facade of this entirely masculine leather is suddenly met with surprise once its drapey warmth is revealed to the touch. Tanned in Northern Italy on large-scale English bull hides, this leather carries within it the heritage and artisanship of a highly-experienced tannery. This is a leather for and of the ages: it is genuine and earthy and the profound, rich color flickers to the surface through its multiple layers of finishing waxes. 100% top grain cowhide leather is characterized by variations in shade, texture, color and grain. Healed marks and scars are to be expected and enhance the natural beauty of the hides. These variations should not be considered defects as they are normal and unique features of genuine 100% top grain cowhide leather. Frame Construction: Made with American Alder Wood, our frames are glued, screwed and dowelled at the joints. Two coats of high quality stain is hand rubbed on the wood finish and then sealed with industrial grade clear coat.

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - Sophisticated , Elegant & Unique in design. this pristine single family brownstone enjoys a seamless blend of original details and modern amenities. Tastefully and extensively renovated , this gracious home features 5-6 BR , 3.5B , new and upgraded mechanical systems, full height cellar, intricate plasterwork , inlaid exotic wood floors , 9 beautiful mantels & deep architect designed yard. Unique center staircase allows for full width floors . This very rare beauty is the ideal urban family home

The Capri sofa grouping is possibly one of the most fashionable and unique collections we’ve ever brought to the marketplace. It is covered in an elegant lush cream colored chenille fabric. The basic design features super plush seating comfort with handsome soft, extra thick arm pillows. The comfort is enhanced by extra soft and plush pillow backs and further supported by several extra kidney pillows for flexible back support. The singularly unique feature of Capri is the magic-flex mechanism that allows the pillow backs to move from "normal" deep seating to extra deep chaise lounge relaxing comfort. Each pillow back on this seating group includes this fantastic revolutionary mechanism that allows individual comfort for everyone in the family. Material: Fabric, Wooden Legs, Solid Wood Frame, High Density Foam Dimensions: Sofa: 90"L x 42/53"W x 34"H (Seat Height: 17") Loveseat: 63"L x 42/53"W x 34"H (Seat Height: 17")

REDEFINING CUSTOM THEATER SEATING The FORTUNY theater chair was created for the most luxurious home theater. It’s concept is unique in many aspects and the design combines leather upholstery, varying stitching finishes, ergonomic contours, real wood veneer and an independently controlled reclining mechanism. The chair was designed by the Mitra Theaters team as a seating solution for their exclusive high-end home theater projects. Careful attention has been paid to the overall comfort of this chair. Ergonomics have been thorougly studied during the design and development process. High quality foam with different densities in combination with zigzag seating support and webbed backrest support are used to create a comfortable and soft feel which maintains a proper balance for ones body.
 
A steel frame and mechanism ensures a smooth operation now and in the future. The independently controlled reclining mechanism allows the user to adjust the backrest independently from the footrest, giving the user full freedom and the ability to adjust the chair to a position that fits one’s body structure. The articulating headrest is a feature which ensures ultimate comfort while viewing a movie in the reclined position. It gives the proper neck support needed and guarantees the perfect viewing in relation to the film screen. The Fortuny is also available as a fixed chair and in a manually operated reclining version.

The Capri sofa grouping is possibly one of the most fashionable and unique collections we’ve ever brought to the marketplace. It is covered in an elegant lush cream colored chenille fabric. The basic design features super plush seating comfort with handsome soft, extra thick arm pillows. The comfort is enhanced by extra soft and plush pillow backs and further supported by several extra kidney pillows for flexible back support. The singularly unique feature of Capri is the magic-flex mechanism that allows the pillow backs to move from ”normal” deep seating to extra deep chaise lounge relaxing comfort. Each pillow back on this seating group includes this fantastic revolutionary mechanism that allows individual comfort for everyone in the family. Dimensions: Sofa: 90"L x 42/53"W x 34"H (Seat Height: 17") Loveseat: 63"L x 42/53"W x 34"H (Seat Height: 17")

Malibu Glass Box House by Klopf Architecture Following the devastating Woolsey Fire of 2018, the site in Malibu offered a unique opportunity to rebuild not just a home, but a new architectural composition that highlighted the property’s potential while navigating strict fire-rebuild codes in the area. Designed by Klopf Architecture, this project embraced a set of limitations and translated them into an architectural asset. The city’s fire-rebuild process required the new structure to remain close to the original footprint, size and bulk, a constraint that ultimately clarified the architectural direction. Perched near the front of a long, narrow lot, the new home frames and overlooks a private, park-like rear expanse, an uncommon luxury especially in this part of Malibu . Without a fixed program, the design process allowed for a different kind of creative focus allowing Klopf Architecture the opportunity to explore how a modernist home could best respond to this site. The team approached the project not with a list of requirements, but with a question: How might a modernist live here? What spatial qualities would inspire calm, connection, and a sense of wonder in this setting? The process became less about problem-solving and more about architectural storytelling—letting the site, the light, and the principles of modern design guide the form and flow of the home. The response emerged in the form of a glass-box pavilion, an open, Mid-Century Modern inspired living, dining, and kitchen space that floats at the edge of the property’s natural descent. Connected to the more enclosed, private areas of the home by a glass-walled hallway, the living pavilion becomes a distinct centerpiece of the design. It opens on all four sides to the landscape with decks and patios on the flanks, an internal garden and water feature to the north, and a dramatic unguarded view of the expansive backyard and ocean horizon to the south. Because of the mandated footprint, careful planning was required to ensure every space could still engage with light, landscape, or both. Strategic voids in the form of atriums and courtyards allow daylight to filter deep into the home’s core, while offering moments of surprise and retreat. These design gestures allow natural light to filter deep into the interior, creating a sense of brightness and openness throughout the day. At the same time, they expand the perceptual boundaries between inside and out, making the home feel more expansive while anchoring its connection to the surrounding landscape. The siting of the house is what gives it its unique character. Rather than receding into the backyard like the neighboring homes, the house holds a slight prominence. From the central living pavilion, stepping down into the landscape feels more like entering a secluded park where a separate existing accessory structure, trail, and recreational areas await. The home’s modest street presence gives way to this unfolding drama of space, view, and nature. Fire-resilient materials and assemblies are integrated seamlessly throughout including triple-pane glazing, under-slab and roof insulation, and locally sourced fire-rated cladding ensure the house not only meets Calfornia’s rigorous wildland-urban interface (WUI) standards, but feels effortlessly aligned with them. While technical decisions like fire-hardening and mechanical systems presented some construction challenges, particularly around the cantilevered glass box, the team found a functional compromise that preserved the integrity of the design. Inside, a restrained palette and exposed post and beam design celebrate the ethos of mid-century modernism. A central circulation spine extends from the entry to the rear glass wall, offering a continuous visual link from street to ocean. Spaces such as the library and office, though more intimate in scale, are never cut off from nature as each opens to its own unique courtyard or garden view. Though born out of a strict regulatory framework and developed without a specific client, the rebuild design unfolded with remarkable clarity. Grounded in site logic, refined by limitations and an emphasis on timeless spatial relationships – light, proportion, and a strong connection to nature, the resulting design feels both effortless and uplifting. The home lives lightly on the land, opens generously to its surroundings, and strikes a careful balance between privacy, openness, and calm. For Klopf Architecture, it stands as a compelling case study in how site, code, and circumstantial constraints can inspire enduring, modernist architecture. With years of experience reimagining mid-century modern design for how people live today, the firm took the project’s limitations as an opportunity. The result is a home shaped by open, flowing spaces, strong indoor-outdoor connections, and a calm, clear sense of structure. It’s a good reminder that even with strict constraints, there’s still room for architecture to breathe—and for modernism to keep moving forward. Klopf Architecture project team: Geoff Campen, John Klopf, AIA, and Sherry Tan Structural Engineer: ZFA Contractor: Maison D’Artiste Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed Year Completed: 2023

Interior Design by Michael Robinson Photo by: Gary Mattie Studio
Bedroom - mid-sized transitional master carpeted bedroom idea in Philadelphia with gray walls

The most unique part of this room is the dining table which was made by a local furniture maker. It opens by twisting the table top. Imagine a pie with every other piece cut out (with a slight wave to each cut) as you twist the table further, the additional sections rotate from below and line up with the top ito enlarge the table in a relatively seamless,beautiful design.

Interior Design by Michael Robinson Photo by: Gary Mattie Studio
Bedroom - mid-sized transitional master carpeted bedroom idea in Philadelphia with gray walls and no fireplace

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Basement - basement idea in Toronto

The ultimate choice for enjoying outdoor leisure time. This three-in-one designed swing not only provides a spacious three-person seat, but also easily converts into a double bed, making it an ideal option for family gatherings or personal relaxation. The unique fixation mechanism ensures your safety while lounging, eliminating worries about swaying.