Concrete look fireplace on drywall. Used authentic lime based Italian plaster.
Family room - mid-sized contemporary enclosed light wood floor, brown floor and tray ceiling family room idea in Portland with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace and a tv stand

Photos courtesy of Penofin partner Dreaming Creek - Authentic Architectural Timbering. Penofin Verde was used on all of the interior wood in this amazing home. http://www.dreamingcreek.com/

Photos courtesy of Penofin partner Dreaming Creek - Authentic Architectural Timbering. Penofin Verde was used on all of the interior wood in this amazing home. http://www.dreamingcreek.com/

A unique mosaic representation of a rooster created using soft earth tones to create an authentic look. The mosaics are crafted using the hand-cutting technique so you can be sure to have a long lasting piece of art for years and years to come.

“This design originated with the client’s desire to duplicate the warmth of Tuscan Architecture,” says Stolz. “The vision that South Coast Architects set forth was to create the feel of an old Tuscan Village as a private residence at their golf community, ‘The Hideaway’ in La Quinta, California. However, we had to keep in mind that we were still designing for a desert lifestyle, which meant an emphasis on indoor/outdoor living and capturing the spectacular views of the golf course and neighboring mountains,” Stolz adds. “The owners had spent a lot of time in Europe and knew exactly what they wanted when it came to the overall look of the home, especially the stone,” says Muth. “The mason ended up creating a dozen mock-ups of various stone profiles and blends to help the family decide what really worked for them. Ultimately, they selected Eldorado Stone’s Orchard Cypress Ridge profile that offers a beautiful blend of stone sizes and colors.” “The generous use of Eldorado Stone with brick detailing over the majority of the exterior of the home added the authenticity and timelessness that we were striving for in the design,” says Stolz. “Our clients want the very best, but if we can duplicate something and save money, what client would say no? That’s why we use Eldorado Stone whenever we can. It gives us the opportunity to save money and gives clients exactly the look they desire so we can use more of their budget in other areas.” Stolz explained that Eldorado Stone was also brought into the interior to continue that feel of authenticity and historical accuracy. Stone is used floor to ceiling in the kitchen for a pizza oven, as well as on the fireplace in the Great Room and on an entire wall in the master bedroom. “Using a material like Eldorado Stone allows for the seamless continuation of space” says Stolz. “Stone is what made the house so authentic-looking” says Muth. “It’s such an integral part of the house that it either was going to be a make or break scenario if we made the wrong choice. Luckily, Eldorado Stone really made it!” Eldorado Stone Profile Featured: Orchard Cypress Ridge with a khaki grout color (overgrout technique) Eldorado Brick Profile Featured: Cassis ModenaBrick with a khaki grout color (overgrout technique) Architect: South Coast Architects Website: www.southcoastarchitects.com Builder: Andrew Pierce Corporation, Palm Desert, CA Website: www. andrewpiercecorp.com Mason: RAS Masonry, Inc. Bob Serna, Corona, CA Phone: 760-774-0090 Photography: Eric Figge Photography, Inc.

Nestled in a beautiful tree covered setting, an authentic Mission Style residence was carefully created to fit the active lifestyle of this active family. A porte-cochere accesses a secluded motor-court. The use of distressed plaster over 12" thick solid masonry walls, authentic wood windows, reclaimed Mission barrel tile roofing and extensive landscaping reflect a residence that has been there a lifetime and was built to withstand the test of time. NSPJ Architects

The cabinetry is all custom made and hand crafted finishes really create an authentic space. Using natural materials such as bamboo, luahala cloth, palm thatching we transformed this space into the perfect island get away.

The beautiful, old barn on this Topsfield estate was at risk of being demolished. Before approaching Mathew Cummings, the homeowner had met with several architects about the structure, and they had all told her that it needed to be torn down. Thankfully, for the sake of the barn and the owner, Cummings Architects has a long and distinguished history of preserving some of the oldest timber framed homes and barns in the U.S. Once the homeowner realized that the barn was not only salvageable, but could be transformed into a new living space that was as utilitarian as it was stunning, the design ideas began flowing fast. In the end, the design came together in a way that met all the family’s needs with all the warmth and style you’d expect in such a venerable, old building. On the ground level of this 200-year old structure, a garage offers ample room for three cars, including one loaded up with kids and groceries. Just off the garage is the mudroom – a large but quaint space with an exposed wood ceiling, custom-built seat with period detailing, and a powder room. The vanity in the powder room features a vanity that was built using salvaged wood and reclaimed bluestone sourced right on the property. Original, exposed timbers frame an expansive, two-story family room that leads, through classic French doors, to a new deck adjacent to the large, open backyard. On the second floor, salvaged barn doors lead to the master suite which features a bright bedroom and bath as well as a custom walk-in closet with his and hers areas separated by a black walnut island. In the master bath, hand-beaded boards surround a claw-foot tub, the perfect place to relax after a long day. In addition, the newly restored and renovated barn features a mid-level exercise studio and a children’s playroom that connects to the main house. From a derelict relic that was slated for demolition to a warmly inviting and beautifully utilitarian living space, this barn has undergone an almost magical transformation to become a beautiful addition and asset to this stately home.

Patio - mediterranean patio idea in Houston with a bbq area

The homeowners sought to create a modest, modern, lakeside cottage, nestled into a narrow lot in Tonka Bay. The site inspired a modified shotgun-style floor plan, with rooms laid out in succession from front to back. Simple and authentic materials provide a soft and inviting palette for this modern home. Wood finishes in both warm and soft grey tones complement a combination of clean white walls, blue glass tiles, steel frames, and concrete surfaces. Sustainable strategies were incorporated to provide healthy living and a net-positive-energy-use home. Onsite geothermal, solar panels, battery storage, insulation systems, and triple-pane windows combine to provide independence from frequent power outages and supply excess power to the electrical grid. Photos by Corey Gaffer

Solum is a framework for creating holistic micro-communities. It is a flexible and adaptable planning model that bridges between suburban and urban environments. It focuses on mixed-use courtyard clusters that prioritize the pedestrian to promote walkability, social connectivity, and authentic patterns of living.

Old world Spanish Villa with deep, thick plaster walls and groin vaults. Arches are plentiful, along with views of the Thousand Oaks and Westlake valley. This comfortable home is designed for a wonderful, fun family with two children. The place of many gatherings of friends and family, it radiates a warmth and love of good times with great friends. Deep rich blues, aqua and terra cotta colors throughout this home, with travertine versaille patterned floors. Deep loggia and patios all around the home take advantage of all the mountain and valley views, while keeping the family and friends warm in cooler times. The entire sprawling villa is wrapped around an inside patio with a fountain and hand made Malibu Tile pots. All furniture is hand made, from distressed and rustic tables to custom upholstery in jewel tones. A built in bar for entertaining in the great room, a very large family room with deep blue fabric wrap around sofa, hand knotted rugs in the living room, master bedroom and family room. A master suite with light creamy white walls, a plaster fireplace and a metal poster bed looks through a sitting room with turquoise accents. The home has 6 fireplaces, of which three are outside, some carved in limestone, others in spanish plaster. Designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more. . Patrick Price photography

Solum is a framework for creating holistic micro-communities. It is a flexible and adaptable planning model that bridges between suburban and urban environments. It focuses on mixed-use courtyard clusters that prioritize the pedestrian to promote walkability, social connectivity, and authentic patterns of living.

Example of a large country white two-story wood gable roof design in New York

Rustic fir plank style entry door with rosettes and lion head door knocker. All my doors are constructed using traditional mortise and tenon joinery with waterproof glue and will last for generations. The lion head knocker and rosettes are cast in Mexico and enhance the authentic Southwestern look and feel of the entry. Photo by: Wayne Hausknecht

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Bedroom - coastal master bedroom idea in San Diego with white walls

Architect David McKee wanted the look of cedar, but the homeowners were concerned about performance. McKee used Boral TruExterior instead. The siding offers an authentic look, but is made with a polyash material that is low maintenance, dimensionally stable, and resistant to moisture. Photo: Kim Smith Photo

We’re all about innovation at Coronado Stone Products! We noticed that sourcing authentic reclaimed barn wood was expensive and unpredictable. To help our customers alleviate these problems, we created Barn WoodStone. This highly textured concrete based barn wood replica requires little maintenance and is also fire resistant. Now, anyone can achieve an authentic barn wood look! Barn WoodStone can be used on the interior or exterior and is available in any quantity and color. Image provided by - ICON Custom Home Builder. View more images at http://www.coronado.com

The quality of oil paint used can make a difference in how the painting looks over the years. As with canvas, it is important that the artist used only high quality, authentically environmental friendly (Formaldehyde-free) paints in the painting process, which ensure the paints durability without fading over years and no harm to human health in the room environment. We guarantee our artists only use high quality, authentically environmental friendly (Formaldehyde-free) paints in their 100% handmade paintings. Our warranty covers no color fading for 5 years although it actually can last for life time. We have the best warranty in the handmade oil painting industry.