Another fun Crestview project! This young couple wanted a back yard that reflected their bohemian-eclectic style and could add additional privacy from the ever climbing construction around them. A place for “hanging out and drinking coffee or beer in the backyard.” But what was most exciting, was the air stream they had just purchased and were in the process of restoring. With the end goal of using it as a guest home for family and friends, we were challenged with creating a space that was cohesive and connected this new living space with the rest of the yard. In the front we had another quark to fix. The sidewalk from their front door to the street suddenly stopped 5 feet from the curb, making a less than inviting entry for guests. So, creating a new usable entryway with additional curb appeal was a top priority. We managed the entertainment space by using modern poured concrete pad’s as a focal. A poured concrete wall serves as a bench as well as creates a visual anchor for the patio area. To soften the hard materials, small plantings of succulents and ground cover were planted in the spaces between the pads. For a backdrop, a custom Cedar Plank wall and trellis combined to soften the vertical space and add plenty of privacy. The trellis is anchored by a Coral Vine to add interest. Cafe style lighting was strung across the area create a sense of intimacy. We also completed the fence transition, and eliminated the grass areas that were not being utilized to reduce the amount of water waste in the landscape, and replaced these areas with beneficial plantings for the wildlife. Overall, this landscape was completed with a cohesive Austin-friendly design in mind for these busy young professionals! Caleb Kerr - http://www.calebkerr.com

Contemporary Modern Eichler home built by Greenberg Construction in Palo Alto. The dwelling is designed by Alex Terry and it takes full advantage of the environment by using indoor-outdoor elements generously. The project consists of transforming a 1950’s existing Joseph Eichler home. Using a similar material palate the design utilizes the primary floor plan of the existing layout. Folding out the horizontal and vertical planes of the first story to form an extruded ribbon where a large central area and second floor bedroom wing inhabit. The main living space is situated on the ground floor connecting the front garden and rear pool area. Two existing bedrooms and office areas are reconfigured to become more transparent to the outside gardens. The second floor accommodates extended family with two bedrooms, bathrooms and sleeping porches. Photovoltaic panels, solar water heating and rain catchment systems are used to offset energy and water loads. Large overhangs provide sufficient shade during the warm months.

A great garden begins with great design. Table2Garden specializes in drought dazzling designs utilizing native plants and sustainable materials. We pride ourselves on innovating unique garden spaces that reflect our customers style. There are so many creative uses of outdoor space - we encourage our clients to collaborate with us! Whether you are designing a new garden that can grow with your new family or want a design that reflects your lifestyle - let us inspire you.

This charming exterior features a combination of stone, shakes, and vertical siding. Special details include a front porch, dormer, and gables with curved accents. The cathedral topped great room opens to a relaxing screened porch while the kitchen enjoys a nearby pantry and the single dining area is highlighted with columns and a tray ceiling. This open floor plan is great for keeping busy families connected and makes entertaining easy. The master suite gains vertical space with a cathedral ceiling and private porch access is perfect for enjoying morning coffee or letting pets outside. A spacious walk-in closet is suitable for two and the master bath boasts dual vanities, a standing shower, and a luxurious soaking bathtub. Three additional bedrooms are positioned around the utility room, making laundry drop-off and redistribution a breeze. Two additional baths and linen closets are available for children and guests. The garage is located at the rear of the home with two bays and extra storage. A bonus room above the garage offers additional storage or can be finished as a children's play room or an entertainment room for teenagers.

This unique and classic Victorian property, once defining of Chicago architecture was preserved through our efforts to convince the developer to preserve it's special beauty. We provided a major restoration of the property including rear and second story additions in order to increase the home's size, as well as digging in an entirely new basement to be utilized as a third story - all while preserving and renovating it's classic and elegant facade.

This is the kitchen for the upper unit. In order to keep it interesting while not making the already narrow space feel smaller, we utilized white melamine upper cabinets and marble backsplash, with rift sawn white oak lowers. The design worked great and added warmth and interest to the kitchens.

Bakes & Kropp's Cucina BK style custom cabinetry is fresh, contemporary and coastal in this "Oceanview Oasis" Kitchen. The vertical grain orientation of the Rift White Oak draws the eye skyward and the light wash finish treatment gives it a loose, beach-inspired texture. A U-shaped configuration showcases the room's natural light by keeping the large glass window the focal point and utilizing an open upper peninsula unit. The center island, topped in brushed stainless, softly reflects the light and the subtle aqua marine color scheme. The space is truly modern cottage living at its finest! • Lead design by Bakes & Kropp's Guillaume Dupre

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Replacing the wire shelving with an Elfa system allows the client to fully utilize the entire vertical space in the pantry closet. Clearing labeling food and pantry items helps the client to find what they are looking for and determine quickly when supply is low and needs restocking.

Choosing to abandon uniformity in your kitchen can be a great choice if you're looking to opt out of a monochrome aesthetic. Two-toned kitchen cabinets add visual interest and contrast while drawing focus to different features within the space. Designs utilizing two-toned cabinets have become very popular in recent years and it's not a trend that will be fading out any time soon. Our clients opted for a combination of Earl Grey and Macchiato Classic cabinetry in their two-toned kitchen. The large island with its second faucet, sink, microwave drawer and lower storage is the focal point of the room and a great work surface for food prep and entertaining. A vertical pull out PowerDock was installed into the top of the island for plugging in kitchen tools, phones and laptops. Dolomite Marble subway tile and Brunello quartz countertops brighten up the kitchen and balance out the tone of the cabinets creating a light and airy feel. The addition of contrasting touches such as the Honey Bronze, Flat Black hardware and Champaign Bronze faucets, accessories the room beautifully. The subdued and sophisticated style of this two-toned kitchen is exquisite and shows the various ways that two-tone cabinets can be versatile and appealing. Some of the other areas that were remodeled in this home included the complete overhaul of the existing stair well, a guest bath and laundry area. The guest bath has beautiful vanity cabinets in Celest finish, Monochrome Lotus Deco tile and very reflective Midnight Dots in the shower floor and niche. The combination of all three give a striking white, blue and black design that will inspire and show that you can use pattern and texture in small spaces. A twenty four inch wall mounted shower seat can be lifted and secured when in use and tucked away to allow access out of the shower. A pocket door from the guest bathroom provides a second access point to the hallway with the laundry that has also been revamped with the same style and finish of cabinetry.

Bakes & Kropp's Cucina BK style custom cabinetry is fresh, contemporary and coastal in this "Oceanview Oasis" Kitchen. The vertical grain orientation of the Rift White Oak draws the eye skyward and the light wash finish treatment gives it a loose, beach-inspired texture. A U-shaped configuration showcases the room's natural light by keeping the large glass window the focal point and utilizing an open upper peninsula unit. The center island, topped in brushed stainless, softly reflects the light and the subtle aqua marine color scheme. The space is truly modern cottage living at its finest! • Lead design by Bakes & Kropp's Guillaume Dupre

This charming exterior features a combination of stone, shakes, and vertical siding. Special details include a front porch, dormer, and gables with curved accents. The cathedral topped great room opens to a relaxing screened porch while the kitchen enjoys a nearby pantry and the single dining area is highlighted with columns and a tray ceiling. This open floor plan is great for keeping busy families connected and makes entertaining easy. The master suite gains vertical space with a cathedral ceiling and private porch access is perfect for enjoying morning coffee or letting pets outside. A spacious walk-in closet is suitable for two and the master bath boasts dual vanities, a standing shower, and a luxurious soaking bathtub. Three additional bedrooms are positioned around the utility room, making laundry drop-off and redistribution a breeze. Two additional baths and linen closets are available for children and guests. The garage is located at the rear of the home with two bays and extra storage. A bonus room above the garage offers additional storage or can be finished as a children's play room or an entertainment room for teenagers.

Transitional kitchen in cherry solid & veneer with 5 pc flat panel doors and drawer fronts in Cafe Cinnamon stain. Top cabinets feature vertical-lift mullion frame doors with interior LED lighting. Wall cabinets feature LED under-cabinet lights. ALL LEDs are dimmable, with Variable Color Temperature (VCT) control. Base cabinets utilize double roll-outs. 36" base cabinet stores large volume of flatware in double drawer configuration. Cambria quartz countertops. Counter-height seating at peninsula maintains expansive feel and invites access.

Simple Dog-Ear Privacy Fence for Compact Spaces. This straightforward vertical plank fence features dog-eared cedar boards for a clean and classic finish. Designed to provide privacy and enclosure for small or narrow areas, it offers both function and affordability. The natural wood tone complements the surrounding decking and structure, making it a practical solution for side yards, utility areas, or entryways.

Rachael’s kitchen was not large to begin with, had some outdated cabinets and appliances, as well as a lot of unused space due to older style and construction. Mayflower Construction Group’s design solution was to move the range to an area that wasn’t very utilized while freeing up space for a large second counter and creating a more open and accessible kitchen. Wolf “Classic” line of flat panel cabinets framed with 2”-wide and ½”-thick plywood construction in white and pewter combined with Viatera “Karis” custom cut quartz countertop creates an enthralling combination that is calming and pleasing to the eye. The combination of vertical subway, patterned hexagon, and large textured tiles for the backsplash areas give an elevated, varied, but not over-the-top look to the entire space. Stainless steel appliances and hardware give a delightful and elegant feel to the entire living space, while “tying” together this stylish, bright, and beautiful modern-day kitchen.

The Shoshone residence is envisioned as a monumental limestone volume that will house an eclectic collection of art and sculpture. The project examines unique lighting conditions throughout the day by utilizing a series of curved light scoops to direct and filter the illumination. These light scoops vary in size and shape in order to materialize a distinct set of experiences throughout the residence. The project rises three stories connecting the ground level neighboring community gardens to the city-wide panorama from the roof deck above. The vertical circulation linking these moments is contained within the largest light scoop monitor.

Choosing to abandon uniformity in your kitchen can be a great choice if you're looking to opt out of a monochrome aesthetic. Two-toned kitchen cabinets add visual interest and contrast while drawing focus to different features within the space. Designs utilizing two-toned cabinets have become very popular in recent years and it's not a trend that will be fading out any time soon. Our clients opted for a combination of Earl Grey and Macchiato Classic cabinetry in their two-toned kitchen. The large island with its second faucet, sink, microwave drawer and lower storage is the focal point of the room and a great work surface for food prep and entertaining. A vertical pull out PowerDock was installed into the top of the island for plugging in kitchen tools, phones and laptops. Dolomite Marble subway tile and Brunello quartz countertops brighten up the kitchen and balance out the tone of the cabinets creating a light and airy feel. The addition of contrasting touches such as the Honey Bronze, Flat Black hardware and Champaign Bronze faucets, accessories the room beautifully. The subdued and sophisticated style of this two-toned kitchen is exquisite and shows the various ways that two-tone cabinets can be versatile and appealing. Some of the other areas that were remodeled in this home included the complete overhaul of the existing stair well, a guest bath and laundry area. The guest bath has beautiful vanity cabinets in Celest finish, Monochrome Lotus Deco tile and very reflective Midnight Dots in the shower floor and niche. The combination of all three give a striking white, blue and black design that will inspire and show that you can use pattern and texture in small spaces. A twenty four inch wall mounted shower seat can be lifted and secured when in use and tucked away to allow access out of the shower. A pocket door from the guest bathroom provides a second access point to the hallway with the laundry that has also been revamped with the same style and finish of cabinetry.

Full exterior view of the front of the house and garage. Certified Brazilian Mahogany double entry door and transom welcome you and the Flat Iron Works Foxmoore Collection scones on either side of the entry in high bronze use flicker bulbs, adding an element of drama. The same sconces are used throughout the exterior of the home, but utilize standard bulbs. Andersen 100 Series windows in dark bronze flank contrast with the blend of vertical and horizontal rough 1x6 cedar siding, stained in to match Benjamin Moore's "Arbor Coat". Real stone cladding the entry pillars and chimney in Loon Lake, squares and rectangles are dry stacked and the entry piers are topped with charcoal colored caps. Garage doors are custom made with rough sawn cedar and stained to match the entry glulam beams, corbels and timber accents, which are stained in "Cordovan Brown". The roof is 24 gauge metal standing seem from Titan Custom-Bilt Metals in their "musket" color.

Contemporary Modern Eichler home built by Greenberg Construction in Palo Alto. The dwelling is designed by Alex Terry and it takes full advantage of the environment by using indoor-outdoor elements generously. The project consists of transforming a 1950’s existing Joseph Eichler home. Using a similar material palate the design utilizes the primary floor plan of the existing layout. Folding out the horizontal and vertical planes of the first story to form an extruded ribbon where a large central area and second floor bedroom wing inhabit. The main living space is situated on the ground floor connecting the front garden and rear pool area. Two existing bedrooms and office areas are reconfigured to become more transparent to the outside gardens. The second floor accommodates extended family with two bedrooms, bathrooms and sleeping porches. Photovoltaic panels, solar water heating and rain catchment systems are used to offset energy and water loads. Large overhangs provide sufficient shade during the warm months.