Jeri Keogel
Inspiration for a contemporary living room remodel in Orange County

landscaping and armour stone in front lawn area

CMI Construction converted an existing patio space into an enclosed sunroom with cooking area. A commercial vent, gas grill, and chiseled edge granite countertops were installed along with v-groove white pine ceilings, cedar trim, stamped concrete floors and Pella windows. The pool and decking were also updated.

The new owners were looking forward to living in their new home with an open floor plan, tall vaulted ceilings, and great views. It featured a large Great Room with two big French Doors separating the Dining Room from the Master Bedroom. But after only a few months they identified a major design flaw: Each of the French Doors had ten glass windows with two large windows above each door. (Check out our before and after designs, traffic flow diagrams and photos of this project.) Glass windows and doors allowed sound and light from guests or the TV in the great room to easily sneak into the bedroom. With unique work and sleep schedules (he’s a pilot, she’s a registered nurse) this design wasn’t working. Then there was a traffic flow design flaw: The Master Bedroom had a second entrance from a hallway. To get into the bedroom from the hallway you needed to walk down another claustrophobic hallway. To get from the Master Bedroom to the Master Bath begin at the most remote corner of the bedroom and down a hallway between two closets. Once inside the bath, a huge triangular Jacuzzi dominating the space. So, from a privacy and traffic flow perspective, this home had some major design issues. When Craig Weber first met with the owners, he listened to their ideas and concerns. The owners trusted Craig to come up with the most efficient and most effective solution to this design dilemma. He offered a solution that resolved the bed-bath traffic flow problem, offered some bedroom room privacy, and updated the bath. First, the two French Doors and windows were removed. A new wall was built with sound-absorbing materials, making the Great Room and Dining Room more comfortable spaces for entertaining while creating the bedroom privacy the owners craved. Solving the Bedroom/Bath traffic flow problem began with removing the two existing closets. The bath door was relocated next to the hall entrance, and then a new walk-in closet was added adjacent to the hallway entrance. The solution offered easy access to and from the bath, closet and hallway without a hint of claustrophobia. The Master Bath underwent a major transformation designed for convenience and comfort – especially during long, cold Minnesota winters. Most everything from the former bath was torn out, beginning with the giant Jacuzzi. A new bathtub that is wider and deeper than the standard size was installed with brushed Nickel fixtures. It’s the perfect place to relax with a glass of wine and candles. Warm floors are a Minnesota “must have.” The bath’s new ceramic floor features in-floor electric heat. Getting in and out of the tub is easy and comfortable. The new walk-in shower again features in-floor heating and a place to sit. The most interesting feature of this shower may the custom ceramic tile installed with unique patterns. A new vanity Cambria Bradshaw countertops features two under-hung ceramic sinks with matching brushed Nickel fixtures. Tall ceilings and three glass windows near the ceiling flood the room with natural light. A new energy-efficient window frames an ornamental stained glass window created by the owner’s father – a great personal touch. A quiet place to sleep. A private dining room for entertaining. A Master Bath to die for. And easy traffic flow. The owners couldn’t have been more delighted with the outcome. And Lilly, their cat, loves it too.

This is a perfect setting for entertaining in a mountain retreat. Shoot pool, watch the game on tv and relax by the fire. Photo by Stacie Baragiola
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic open concept medium tone wood floor game room remodel in Los Angeles with beige walls, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Aaron Leitz
Inspiration for a modern home design remodel in San Francisco

Balanced on the East River between the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, this cardboard box factory was the tallest reinforced concrete structure in the world when it opened in 1914 and now houses 124 loft apartments. The primary components for this renovation were manufactured in Brooklyn. One end of the living space is adorned by cabinetry produced by Dado Woodworking in Red Hook (south) and hand painted on site. At the opposite end, the space is modified by double action folding steel doors fabricated by Argosy Designs in Greenpoint (north).

Inspiration for a rustic u-shaped brown floor and medium tone wood floor seated home bar remodel with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets and stone tile backsplash

Large french country light wood floor and brown floor enclosed dining room photo in Denver with white walls and no fireplace

White nickel gap wood walls, coffered ceiling with stone fireplace, and reclaimed wood mantle create an open and airy great room/kitchen area that is perfect for entertaining! Warm, rough sawn oak wood flooring throughout, wood beams and v-grove ceiling details, and oval and round windows add a whimsical touch.

This shows a full view of the backyard from the sink, with the large picture window. This view also allows for lots of natural lighting throughout the kitchen

Unilock stone in patio area landscape contractor
Inspiration for a contemporary patio remodel in Toronto

Inspiration for a small modern 3/4 white tile and subway tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove bathtub remodel in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls and an integrated sink

A spacious Tudor Revival in Lower Westchester was revamped with an open floor plan and large kitchen with breakfast area and counter seating. The leafy view on the range wall was preserved with a series of large leaded glass windows by LePage. Wire brushed quarter sawn oak cabinetry in custom stain lends the space warmth and old world character. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry by Studio Dearborn. Architect Ned Stoll, Stoll and Stoll. Pietra Cardosa limestone counters by Rye Marble and Stone. Appliances by Wolf and Subzero; range hood by Best. Cabinetry color: Benjamin Moore Brushed Aluminum. Hardware by Schaub & Company. Stools by Arteriors Home. Shell chairs with dowel base, Modernica. Photography Neil Landino.

Yoon You, AIA
Inspiration for a modern entryway remodel in Houston

White nickel gap wood walls, coffered ceiling with stone fireplace, and reclaimed wood mantle create an open and airy great room/kitchen area that is perfect for entertaining! Warm, rough sawn oak wood flooring throughout, wood beams and v-grove ceiling details, and oval and round windows add a whimsical touch.

Bare Galvalume 5V. For generations, 5V roofing panels have been used on farm buildings and other rural projects. Today, many homeowners have recognized that the timeless design is ideal for homes as well. Our 5V panels are especially popular in Florida and other coastal areas. Designed with an enhanced "U" over "V" profile to provide maximum leak resistance.

1960s red floor eat-in kitchen photo in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and black countertops