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Kitchen with island and upper and lower cabinets
Eat-in kitchen - small transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops
Eat-in kitchen - small transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Our bathroom renovation services range from makeovers to full reconstructions. The bathroom is a great place to green your home by upgrading to new eco-conscious systems. It’s also very cost effective to replace the surfaces and hardware to update or upgrade your bathroom.
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Inspiration for a timeless dark wood floor and brown floor enclosed dining room remodel in Minneapolis with white walls
Inspiration for a timeless dark wood floor and brown floor enclosed dining room remodel in Minneapolis with white walls
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Inspiration for a contemporary single-sink bathroom remodel in New York

Inspiration for a transitional beige one-story gable roof remodel in Los Angeles with a shingle roof and a gray roof

Living room - mid-sized contemporary formal and enclosed light wood floor and beige floor living room idea in Seattle with white walls

Design+Build: Baron Construction & Remodeling Co. /
Photography: Agnieszka Jakubowicz
Bathroom - contemporary bathroom idea in San Francisco
Bathroom - contemporary bathroom idea in San Francisco

Transitional eat-in kitchen photo in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, gray backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

The family who owned this 1965 home chose a dramatic upgrade for their Coquitlam full home renovation. They wanted more room for gatherings, an open concept kitchen, and upgrades to bathrooms and the rec room. Their neighbour knew of our work, and we were glad to bring our skills to another project in the area.
Choosing Dramatic Lines
In the original house, the entryway was cramped, with a closet being the first thing everyone saw.
We opened the entryway and moved the closet, all while maintaining separation between the entry and the living space.
To draw the attention from the entry into the living room, we used a dramatic, flush, black herringbone ceiling detail across the ceiling. This detail goes all the way to the entertainment area on the main floor.
The eye arrives at a stunning waterfall edge walnut mantle, modern fireplace.
Open Concept Kitchen with Lots of Seating
The dividing wall between the kitchen and living areas was removed to create a larger, integrated entertaining space. The kitchen also has easy access to a new outdoor social space.
A new large skylight directly over the kitchen floods the space with natural light.
The kitchen now has gloss white cabinetry, with matte black accents and the same herringbone detail as the living room, and is tied together with a low maintenance Caesarstone’s white Attica quartz for the island countertop.
This over-sized island has barstool seating for five while leaving plenty of room for homework, snacking, socializing, and food prep in the same space.
To maximize space and minimize clutter, we integrated the kitchen appliances into the kitchen island, including a food warming drawer, a hidden fridge, and the dishwasher. This takes the eyes to focus off appliances, and onto the design elements which feed throughout the home.
We also installed a beverage center just beside the kitchen so family and guests can fix themselves a drink, without disrupting the flow of the kitchen.
Updated Downstairs Space, Updated Guest Room, Updated Bathrooms
It was a treat to update this entire house. Upstairs, we renovated the master bedroom with new blackout drapery, new decor, and a warm light grey paint colour. The tight bathroom was transformed with modern fixtures and gorgeous grey tile the homeowners loved.
The two teen girls’ rooms were updated with new lighting and furniture that tied in with the whole home decor, but which also reflected their personal taste.
In the basement, we updated the rec room with a bright modern look and updated fireplace. We added a needed door to the garage. We upgraded the bathrooms and created a legal second suite which the young adult daughter will use, for now.
Laundry Its Own Room, Finally
In a family with four women, you can imagine how much laundry gets done in this house. As part of the renovation, we built a proper laundry room with plenty of storage space, countertops, and a large sink.

Black and white tile, wood front door and white walls add a modern twist to the entry way of this coastal home.
Beach style multicolored floor and wainscoting entryway photo in Other with white walls and a dark wood front door
Beach style multicolored floor and wainscoting entryway photo in Other with white walls and a dark wood front door

Situated along the perimeter of the property, this unique home creates a continuous street wall, both preserving plenty of open yard space and maintaining privacy from the prominent street corner. A one-story mudroom connects the garage to the house at the rear of the lot which required a local zoning variance. The resulting L-shaped plan and the central location of a glass-enclosed stair allow natural light to enter the home from multiple sides of nearly every room. The Arts & Crafts inspired detailing creates a familiar yet unique facade that is sympathetic to the character and scale of the neighborhood. A chevron pattern is a key design element on the window bays and doors and continues inside throughout the interior of the home.
2022 NAHB Platinum Best in American Living Award
View more of this home through #BBAModernCraftsman on Instagram.

Beautiful landscaping leading down a steep rocky site to the ocean. Natural stone stairways curve around both sides of the house. Landscaping by Pacifica Landscape Works Inc.
All photographs © 2007 Derek Lepper, All Rights Reserved.

This project was such an incredible design opportunity, and instilled inspiration and excitement at every turn! Our amazing clients came to us with the challenge of converting their beloved family home into a welcoming haven for all members of the family. At the time that we met our clients, they were struggling with the difficult personal decision of the fate of the home. Their father/father-in-law had passed away and their mother/mother-in-law had recently been admitted into a nursing facility and was fighting Alzheimer’s. Resistant to loss of the home now that both parents were out of it, our clients purchased the home to keep in in the family. Despite their permanent home currently being in New Jersey, these clients dedicated themselves to keeping and revitalizing the house. We were moved by the story and became immediately passionate about bringing this dream to life.
The home was built by the parents of our clients and was only ever owned by them, making this a truly special space to the family. Our goal was to revitalize the home and to bring new energy into every room without losing the special characteristics that were original to the home when it was built. In this way, we were able to develop a house that maintains its own unique personality while offering a space of welcoming neutrality for all members of the family to enjoy over time.
The renovation touched every part of the home: the exterior, foyer, kitchen, living room, sun room, garage, six bedrooms, three bathrooms, the laundry room, and everything in between. The focus was to develop a style that carried consistently from space to space, but allowed for unique expression in the small details in every room.
Starting at the entry, we renovated the front door and entry point to offer more presence and to bring more of the mid-century vibe to the home’s exterior. We integrated a new modern front door, cedar shingle accents, new exterior paint, and gorgeous contemporary house numbers that really allow the home to stand out. Just inside the entry, we renovated the foyer to create a playful entry point worthy of attention. Cement look tile adorns the foyer floor, and we’ve added new lighting and upgraded the entry coat storage.
Upon entering the home, one will immediately be captivated by the stunning kitchen just off the entry. We transformed this space in just about every way. While the footprint of the home ultimately remained almost identical, the aesthetics were completely turned on their head. We re-worked the kitchen to maximize storage and to create an informal dining area that is great for casual hosting or morning coffee.
We removed the entry to the garage that was once in the informal dining, and created a peninsula in its place that offers a unique division between the kitchen/informal dining and the formal dining and living areas. The simple light warm light gray cabinetry offers a bit of traditional elegance, along with the marble backsplash and quartz countertops. We extended the original wood flooring into the kitchen and stained all floors to match for a warmth that truly resonates through all spaces. We upgraded appliances, added lighting everywhere, and finished the space with some gorgeous mid century furniture pieces.
In the formal dining and living room, we really focused on maintaining the original marble fireplace as a focal point. We cleaned the marble, repaired the mortar, and refinished the original fireplace screen to give a new sleek look in black. We then integrated a new gas insert for modern heating and painted the upper portion in a rich navy blue; an accent that is carried through the home consistently as a nod to our client’s love of the color.
The former entry into the old covered porch is now an elegant glass door leading to a stunning finished sunroom. This room was completely upgraded as well. We wrapped the entire space in cozy white shiplap to keep a casual feel with brightness. We tiled the floor with large format concrete look tile, and painted the old brick fireplace a bright white. We installed a new gas burning unit, and integrated transitional style lighting to bring warmth and elegance into the space. The new black-frame windows are adorned with decorative shades that feature hand-sketched bird prints, and we’ve created a dedicated garden-ware “nook” for our client who loves to work in the yard. The far end of this space is completed with two oversized chaise loungers and overhead lights…the most perfect little reading nook!
Just off the dining room, we created an entirely new space to the home: a mudroom. The clients lacked this space and desperately needed a landing spot upon entering the home from the garage. We uniquely planned existing space in the garage to utilize for this purpose, and were able to create a small but functional entry point without losing the ability to park cars in the garage. This new space features cement-look tile, gorgeous deep brown cabinetry, and plenty of storage for all the small items one might need to store while moving in and out of the home.
The remainder of the upstairs level includes massive renovations to the guest hall bathroom and guest bedroom, upstairs master bed/bath suite, and a third bedroom that we converted into a home office for the client.
Some of the largest transformations were made in the basement, where unfinished space and lack of light were converted into gloriously lit, cozy, finished spaces. Our first task was to convert the massive basement living room into the new master bedroom for our clients. We removed existing built-ins, created an entirely new walk-in closet, painted the old brick fireplace, installed a new gas unit, added carpet, introduced new lighting, replaced windows, and upgraded every part of the aesthetic appearance. One of the most incredible features of this space is the custom double sliding barn door made by a Denver artisan. This space is truly a retreat for our clients!
We also completely transformed the laundry room, back storage room, basement master bathroom, and two bedrooms.
This home’s massive scope and ever-evolving challenges were thrilling and exciting to work with, and the result is absolutely amazing. At the end of the day, this home offers a look and feel that the clients love. Above all, though, the clients feel the spirit of their family home and have a welcoming environment for all members of the family to enjoy for years to come.

Second story upgraded Timbertech Pro Reserve composite deck in Antique Leather color with picture frame boarder in Dark Roast. Timbertech Evolutions railing in black was used with upgraded 7.5" cocktail rail in Azek English Walnut. Also featured is the "pub table" below the deck to set drinks on while playing yard games or gathering around and admiring the views. This couple wanted a deck where they could entertain, dine, relax, and enjoy the beautiful Colorado weather, and that is what Archadeck of Denver designed and built for them!

This vintage home was built in 1897 in Downers Grove. The homeowner is an avid chef and needed a better design work flow. She wanted to keep the same vintage feel in the kitchen as throughout the home. We added a work / dining island, new cabinetry and storage, upgraded the cooking equipment and widened and upgraded the windows for additional natural light. We added the archway into the dining room to repeat the original archway elsewhere in the home.
Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD
Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel
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Our beautifully unique Carter 3 home in Hidden Lakes Estates is full of upgrades, including natural stone on the Front Elevation, Lanterns on Entry pillars, 8' Front Door, an upgraded tile roof, exterior lighting, and so much more!
The Front Entry is adorned with a wainscoting surround and in-laid hardwood detail. The Office has been upgraded to hardwood floors and a glass door.
The Great Room features an upgraded fireplace with stone to the ceiling and built-in cabinets with bookshelves. The Staircase also features trim wall details for an added touch of style.
The Kitchen is upgraded with herringbone wood floors, a custom wood hood, and a farmhouse sink. The Dining Room is fitted with a Pella ProLine sliding glass door to the Covered Porch and features ceiling trim details.
The Master Bedroom has been upgraded with hardwood floors, a trim accent wall, cedar beams, and a barn door to the Master Bath. The Master Bathroom includes upgraded frameless glass shower doors and panels, free-standing tub, and Quartz.
The Covered Porch features a built-in fireplace with a stone facade, a gas line for a grill, and built-in cabinets with Quartz or granite countertops.
See more of this beautiful home today! Call to schedule a tour (913) 220-7477.

Our beautifully unique Carter 3 home in Hidden Lakes Estates is full of upgrades, including natural stone on the Front Elevation, Lanterns on Entry pillars, 8' Front Door, an upgraded tile roof, exterior lighting, and so much more!
The Front Entry is adorned with a wainscoting surround and in-laid hardwood detail. The Office has been upgraded to hardwood floors and a glass door.
The Great Room features an upgraded fireplace with stone to the ceiling and built-in cabinets with bookshelves. The Staircase also features trim wall details for an added touch of style.
The Kitchen is upgraded with herringbone wood floors, a custom wood hood, and a farmhouse sink. The Dining Room is fitted with a Pella ProLine sliding glass door to the Covered Porch and features ceiling trim details.
The Master Bedroom has been upgraded with hardwood floors, a trim accent wall, cedar beams, and a barn door to the Master Bath. The Master Bathroom includes upgraded frameless glass shower doors and panels, free-standing tub, and Quartz.
The Covered Porch features a built-in fireplace with a stone facade, a gas line for a grill, and built-in cabinets with Quartz or granite countertops.
See more of this beautiful home today! Call to schedule a tour (913) 220-7477.

? Medical Office Renovation – 1,250 Sq Ft Commercial Upgrade
We recently completed a 1,250 sq ft medical office renovation in an older commercial building, focusing on improving functionality, technology, and long-term performance.
This project required careful coordination to upgrade the workspace while meeting modern medical and office standards.
? Project Scope & Key Upgrades
✔️ Self-Leveling & Subfloor Preparation
After removing the existing carpet, we assessed the subfloor condition in accordance with industry standards.
Applied self-leveling where required
Ensured floor variations did not exceed 3/16” over a 10-foot span
Created a smooth, stable surface for long-term durability
✔️ Lighting Upgrade
Supplied and installed new modern lighting
Improved overall brightness and energy efficiency
Enhanced working conditions for staff and patients
✔️ Custom Millwork & Cabinetry
Manufactured and installed custom cabinetry
Built functional work benches and storage behind reception desks
Designed for durability, organization, and daily operational needs
✔️ IT & Technology Upgrade
We completed a full office technology setup to support daily operations:
Hardware Supply
9 desktop computers
5 USB extenders
1 Wi-Fi booster
System Setup & Installation
Desktop and accessory setup
Network and wireless configuration
Printer installation
Windows 11 basic configuration
Full hardware relocation and organization
This upgrade ensured reliable connectivity, improved workflow, and long-term system stability.
✅ Project Outcome
This renovation transformed an outdated office into a modern, efficient, and fully equipped medical workspace featuring:
Level and durable flooring
Improved lighting environment
Custom-built reception workstations
Organized storage solutions
Fully integrated IT infrastructure
The result is a professional, comfortable, and technology-ready clinic designed to support both staff and patients.
? Planning a Commercial or Medical Office Renovation?
Whether you need flooring, millwork, lighting, or full system upgrades, our team delivers reliable, high-quality commercial renovation solutions.
Contact us today to discuss your project.
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