The Escape embraces one of the best aspects of life in New England – the amazing range of natural settings within a relatively short distance from home that allows us an entirely different living experience. Here we get to rejuvenate and recreate with friends and family at our home away from home. From the mountains and lakes of New Hampshire, to the Island of Nantucket and the coast of Maine, Carter & Company has had the great fortune to help design, build and decorate some amazing vacation homes. These are special places with unique points of view that creatively reflect the natural environment, all with an emphasis on ease, comfort and relaxation.

Explore this breathtaking deck addition to a Nashville home, designed to extend the living space into the great outdoors with style and functionality. Constructed from durable, pressure-treated wood, this deck is built to last and withstand the elements, providing a perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment. Highlighting the seamless integration with the home, a 2-panel sliding glass door offers easy access while enhancing the indoor-outdoor flow, making it ideal for gatherings. The deck's design is optimized for comfort and aesthetic appeal, featuring ample space for outdoor furniture, making it a prime spot for enjoying warm Nashville evenings. This addition not only increases the home's value but also its charm, creating an inviting outdoor area that's perfect for hosting friends and family. With its thoughtful construction and stylish design, this deck addition showcases the best in contemporary outdoor living solutions, appealing to those searching Houzz for eco-friendly, custom deck building and luxury outdoor spaces. Photo by fenwickhome.com

Our studio created the welcoming environment our client wanted for entertaining family and friends around the year. The pretty farmhouse-style kitchen has a lovely backsplash, comfortable seating, and traditional sink. The living room offers a cozy vibe for conversation with a stylish black-tile fireplace facing a plush sofa and accent chairs in light-colored performance fabrics and an elegant black armchair. The dining room features a beautiful wooden table, elegantly upholstered chairs, and stunning pendant lighting above the table for an attractive focal point. ---Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/portfolio/elegant-craftsman/

In this luxury condo, the great room concept allowed for an open floor. We added Venetian plaster to give this new construction an evolved. Our client wanted a warm sophisticated environment for entertainment and importantly inviting for family liiving. Kaskel

Living Room in Ridgerunner Drive | Room Type: Whole Home Remodel | Project Name: Ridgerunner | Key Feature: A full-home transformation that converted the property from a dated Tuscan style into a modern farmhouse design with a more contemporary edge. Challenge: The home’s original Tuscan style felt dated and did not align with the homeowners’ desired aesthetic. The challenge was to modernize the entire space while creating a design that remained practical and comfortable for a young family with a child. Solution: The home underwent a complete remodel that replaced the heavy Tuscan finishes with a lighter, more modern farmhouse palette. Updated materials, finishes, and design details created a fresh, contemporary look while maintaining a family-friendly environment. Timeline: Completed in 2019.

View from Kitchen to Dining - Shows Integrated Fridge and Pantry in Dining Area - Our clients wanted to remodel their kitchen so that the prep, cooking, clean up and dining areas would blend well and not have too much of a kitchen feel. They asked for a sophisticated look with some classic details and a few contemporary flairs. The result was a reorganized layout (and remodel of the adjacent powder room) that maintained all the beautiful sunlight from their deck windows, but create two separate but complimentary areas for cooking and dining. The refrigerator and pantry are housed in a furniture-like unit creating a hutch-like cabinet that belies its interior with classic styling. Two sinks allow both cooks in the family to work simultaneously. Some glass-fronted cabinets keep the sink wall light and attractive. The recycled glass-tiled detail on the ceramic backsplash brings a hint of color and a reference to the nearby waters. Dan Cutrona Photography

Initially designed as a bachelor's Sonoma weekend getaway, The Fan House features glass and steel garage-style doors that take advantage of the verdant 40-acre hilltop property. With the addition of a wife and children, the secondary residence's interiors needed to change. Ann Lowengart Interiors created a family-friendly environment while adhering to the homeowner's preference for streamlined silhouettes. In the open living-dining room, a neutral color palette and contemporary furnishings showcase the modern architecture and stunning views. A separate guest house provides a respite for visiting urban dwellers.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary full sun backyard stone water fountain landscape in Orange County.

This residence is located within walking distance of downtown Sausalito, with panoramic views of Richardson Bay. The owner wanted an eco-friendly, modern, meditative home that celebrated the maritime environment, while fitting within the historic context of the neighborhood and meeting the challenges of a tight, steep site. The design gracefully meets each of these constraints. The front façade makes the house unassuming and private to the street, while floor to ceiling doors and windows facing the views create a light and airy interior. With clean lines and a combination of light and dark woods, this passive solar house is warm, and elegant in its simplicity. The project includes a rainwater harvesting system (the first approved for domestic use in California!) and a comprehensive home automation system capable of controlling all electronic devices remotely by a web-enabled interface. One planning commissioner described the house as “a jewel box … one of the best gifts to Sausalito that I have seen in my five years on the Commission.” Photography by 450 Architects.

Rooted in a blend of tradition and modernity, this family home harmonizes rich design with personal narrative, offering solace and gathering for family and friends alike. The Leisure Lounge is a sanctuary of relaxation and sophistication. Adorned with bespoke furniture and luxurious furnishings, this space features a stunning architectural element that frames an outdoor water feature, seamlessly merging indoor and outdoor environments. Initially resembling a fireplace, this geometric wall serves the unique purpose of highlighting the serene outdoor setting. Project by Texas' Urbanology Designs. Their North Richland Hills-based interior design studio serves Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Fort Worth, and upscale clients nationwide. For more about Urbanology Designs see here: https://www.urbanologydesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.urbanologydesigns.com/luxury-earthen-inspired-home-dallas

Beautiful San Elijo Hills home featuring custom fabrics, furniture, lighting and area rug. Unique fire place and TV wall reflects aspects of today's artistic wall coverings. The warm and inviting entertainment area features a comfortable outdoor environment including outdoor TV, pool, hot tub, grill & bar as well as dining for family and friends!

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In this Encino Master Bath Renovation, the goal was to create a luxurious, spa-like environment for the homeowners while maintaining a warm and welcoming aesthetic. The freestanding soaking tub became the centerpiece, offering a sleek and modern touch with its clean lines and deep, inviting design. Custom-built walnut cabinetry provides ample storage and adds warmth to the space, while the quartz countertop ensures durability and elegance. The earthy tones of the floor tiles beautifully complement the neutral walls, creating a serene retreat within the master suite. This combination of natural materials and sleek fixtures resulted in a perfect balance of modern luxury and everyday comfort. The homeowners, long-time Encino residents, envisioned a master bathroom that was both functional and stylish. Concept, known for its exceptional craftsmanship as a local Encino contractor, exceeded expectations by delivering top-quality materials and meticulous attention to detail. As one of the top kitchen and bathroom remodelers in the area, Concept prides itself on turning visions into reality while enhancing the value and beauty of each home.

In this Encino Master Bath Renovation, the goal was to create a luxurious, spa-like environment for the homeowners while maintaining a warm and welcoming aesthetic. The freestanding soaking tub became the centerpiece, offering a sleek and modern touch with its clean lines and deep, inviting design. Custom-built walnut cabinetry provides ample storage and adds warmth to the space, while the quartz countertop ensures durability and elegance. The earthy tones of the floor tiles beautifully complement the neutral walls, creating a serene retreat within the master suite. This combination of natural materials and sleek fixtures resulted in a perfect balance of modern luxury and everyday comfort. The homeowners, long-time Encino residents, envisioned a master bathroom that was both functional and stylish. Concept, known for its exceptional craftsmanship as a local Encino contractor, exceeded expectations by delivering top-quality materials and meticulous attention to detail. As one of the top kitchen and bathroom remodelers in the area, Concept prides itself on turning visions into reality while enhancing the value and beauty of each home.

In this Encino Master Bath Renovation, the goal was to create a luxurious, spa-like environment for the homeowners while maintaining a warm and welcoming aesthetic. The freestanding soaking tub became the centerpiece, offering a sleek and modern touch with its clean lines and deep, inviting design. Custom-built walnut cabinetry provides ample storage and adds warmth to the space, while the quartz countertop ensures durability and elegance. The earthy tones of the floor tiles beautifully complement the neutral walls, creating a serene retreat within the master suite. This combination of natural materials and sleek fixtures resulted in a perfect balance of modern luxury and everyday comfort. The homeowners, long-time Encino residents, envisioned a master bathroom that was both functional and stylish. Concept, known for its exceptional craftsmanship as a local Encino contractor, exceeded expectations by delivering top-quality materials and meticulous attention to detail. As one of the top kitchen and bathroom remodelers in the area, Concept prides itself on turning visions into reality while enhancing the value and beauty of each home.

Inspired by the Spanish-style architecture of a cherished multi-generational family property, this project aimed to transform it into a Spanish Revival masterpiece while preserving its rich history. By honoring the architectural features and majestic shade trees, the landscape was revitalized to create a lush and vibrant environment. Careful selection and incorporation of diverse plant species added aesthetic value and enhanced biodiversity across the expansive two-acre property. Leveraging the presence of large shade trees, a unique microclimate was created, allowing for the cultivation of distinctive plant styles that thrived in their canopy. This project seamlessly integrated "revival" elements, preserving aesthetics and embracing a revitalized future, harmoniously blending lushness, color diversity, and the advantages of existing shade trees.

Inspired by the Spanish-style architecture of a cherished multi-generational family property, this project aimed to transform it into a Spanish Revival masterpiece while preserving its rich history. By honoring the architectural features and majestic shade trees, the landscape was revitalized to create a lush and vibrant environment. Careful selection and incorporation of diverse plant species added aesthetic value and enhanced biodiversity across the expansive two-acre property. Leveraging the presence of large shade trees, a unique microclimate was created, allowing for the cultivation of distinctive plant styles that thrived in their canopy. This project seamlessly integrated "revival" elements, preserving aesthetics and embracing a revitalized future, harmoniously blending lushness, color diversity, and the advantages of existing shade trees.

In this Encino Master Bath Renovation, the goal was to create a luxurious, spa-like environment for the homeowners while maintaining a warm and welcoming aesthetic. The freestanding soaking tub became the centerpiece, offering a sleek and modern touch with its clean lines and deep, inviting design. Custom-built walnut cabinetry provides ample storage and adds warmth to the space, while the quartz countertop ensures durability and elegance. The earthy tones of the floor tiles beautifully complement the neutral walls, creating a serene retreat within the master suite. This combination of natural materials and sleek fixtures resulted in a perfect balance of modern luxury and everyday comfort. The homeowners, long-time Encino residents, envisioned a master bathroom that was both functional and stylish. Concept, known for its exceptional craftsmanship as a local Encino contractor, exceeded expectations by delivering top-quality materials and meticulous attention to detail. As one of the top kitchen and bathroom remodelers in the area, Concept prides itself on turning visions into reality while enhancing the value and beauty of each home.

Area rug cleaning is important for several reasons. We believe maintaining proper care of your rug by regular washing will remove dirt, stains and dust that can build up over time and lay in the foundation of your rug. Regular rug cleaning will help maintain a healthy living environment, preventing dust mites, bacteria and other allergens from living in your rug. At Kaoud Carpet & Rugs in Wilton, all rug washing is performed by hand and on premise. Special attention is given solely to your rug by one of our cleaning team. There are no large tubs of liquids that will merge from other rug cleaning jobs. We use a hand washing technique and are able to closely monitor the washing process step by step. Regular washing will also help maintain the value of your rug.