Morgan Sheff
Example of a large classic slate floor and gray floor sunroom design in Minneapolis with a standard ceiling

Bathroom - eclectic bathroom idea in Denver

Designer: MODtage Design / Photographer: Paul Dyer
Example of a large transitional enclosed light wood floor family room design in San Francisco with white walls, no fireplace and a media wall

ESI Builders is a subsidiary of EnergyWise Solutions, Inc. and was formed by Allan, Bob and Dave to fulfill an important need for quality home builders and remodeling services in the Sacramento region. With a strong and growing referral base, we decided to provide a convenient one-stop option for our clients and focus on combining our key services: quality custom homes and remodels, turnkey client partnering and communication, and energy efficient and environmentally sustainable measures in all we do. Through energy efficient appliances and fixtures, solar power, high efficiency heating and cooling systems, enhanced insulation and sealing, and other construction elements – we go beyond simple code compliance and give you immediate savings and greater sustainability for your new or remodeled home. All of the design work and construction tasks for our clients are done by or supervised by our highly trained, professional staff. This not only saves you money, it provides a peace of mind that all of the details are taken care of and the job is being done right – to Perfection. Our service does not stop after we clean up and drive off. We continue to provide support for any warranty issues that arise and give you administrative support as needed in order to assure you obtain any energy-related tax incentives or rebates. This ‘One call does it all’ philosophy assures that your experience in remodeling or upgrading your home is an enjoyable one. ESI Builders was formed by professionals with varying backgrounds and a common interest to provide you, our clients, with options to live more comfortably, save money, and enjoy quality homes for many years to come. As our company continues to grow and evolve, the expertise has been quickly growing to include several job foreman, tradesmen, and support staff. In response to our growth, we will continue to hire well-qualified staff and we will remain committed to maintaining a level of quality, attention to detail, and pursuit of perfection.

Island countertop is white macaubus quartzite. Castaway Cabinets Steve Bracci
Example of a large classic u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, shaker cabinets, quartzite countertops and subway tile backsplash

Design: Kingsbury Garden Designs Photo: Hoi Ning Wong © 2014 Houzz
Photo of a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.

Challenge: Create a great room that has defined spaces. Response: With ceilings of varying heights and one floor-to-ceiling cabinet in the kitchen, the room has well defined areas for kitchen, dining and living areas. This Palo Alto Contemporary great room. has 21' long multi-slide patio door that extends the length of the room, opening to an expansive deck. The modern kitchen island is anchored by a 'tower' that offers open shelves hidden from view of the great room. Clerestory windows bring in natural light Photography: Mark Pinkerton vi360

Michael J. Lee
Inspiration for a small transitional built-in desk medium tone wood floor and brown floor study room remodel in Boston with gray walls

Photo of a contemporary landscaping in Austin.

The Control/Shift House is perched on the high side of the site which takes advantage of the view to the southeast. A gradual descending path navigates the change in terrain from the street to the entry of the house. A series of low retaining walls/planter beds gather and release the earth upon the descent resulting in a fairly flat level for the house to sit on the top one third of the site. The entry axis is aligned with the celebrated stair volume and then re-centers on the actual entry axis once you approach the forecourt of the house. The initial desire was for an “H” scheme house with common entertaining spaces bridging the gap between the more private spaces. After an investigation considering the site, program, and view, a key move was made: unfold the east wing of the “H” scheme to open all rooms to the southeast view resulting in a “T” scheme. The new derivation allows for both a swim pool which is on axis with the entry and main gathering space and a lap pool which occurs on the cross axis extending along the lengthy edge of the master suite, providing direct access for morning exercise and a view of the water throughout the day. The Control/Shift House was derived from a clever way of following the “rules.” Strict HOA guidelines required very specific exterior massing restrictions which limits the lengths of unbroken elevations and promotes varying sizes of masses. The solution most often used in this neighborhood is one of addition - an aggregation of masses and program randomly attached to the inner core of the house which often results in a parasitic plan. The approach taken with the Control/Shift House was to push and pull program/massing to delineate and define the layout of the house. Massing is intentional and reiterated by the careful selection of materiality that tracks through the house. Voids and relief in the plan are a natural result of this method and allow for light and air to circulate throughout every space of the house, even into the most inner core. Photography: Charles Davis Smith

We transformed a Georgian brick two-story built in 1998 into an elegant, yet comfortable home for an active family that includes children and dogs. Although this Dallas home’s traditional bones were intact, the interior dark stained molding, paint, and distressed cabinetry, along with dated bathrooms and kitchen were in desperate need of an overhaul. We honored the client’s European background by using time-tested marble mosaics, slabs and countertops, and vintage style plumbing fixtures throughout the kitchen and bathrooms. We balanced these traditional elements with metallic and unique patterned wallpapers, transitional light fixtures and clean-lined furniture frames to give the home excitement while maintaining a graceful and inviting presence. We used nickel lighting and plumbing finishes throughout the home to give regal punctuation to each room. The intentional, detailed styling in this home is evident in that each room boasts its own character while remaining cohesive overall.

1950s exterior home photo in Boston

A custom bed and bench are the focal points of the cool and calm bedroom. The silver tree side table is by Phillips Collection, and the crystal block lamps are from Visual Comfort (both available at White Birch Studio).

White Oak © Carolina Timberworks
Mid-sized mountain style open concept and formal carpeted living room photo in Charlotte with white walls, a standard fireplace and no tv

Cape Cod; Dennis, MA This Cape Cod-style living space is both elegant and comfortable, featuring a classic design with a touch of playful color. The focal point is a pair of golden yellow Sunbrella Fabric tufted armchairs with a sophisticated high-backed design. These chairs are trimmed with navy blue upholstery and decorative nailhead detailing along the bottom, providing a beautiful contrast and a classic, tailored look. The armchairs are accessorized with two pillows: a larger pillow featuring vertical stripes of navy blue and white, and a smaller, solid white pillow. This combination adds a fresh, coastal-inspired touch to the rich color of the chairs. The chairs are placed on a traditional Persian-style rug with a deep red background and intricate patterns, which adds warmth and texture to the light hardwood floors. In the background, a white-painted fireplace mantel with traditional millwork frames a dark gray fireplace surround. The fireplace itself has a herringbone brick pattern, adding a classic, rustic element. This combination of rich colors, varied textures, and classic design elements creates a welcoming and stylish living area perfect for a coastal home.

Small trendy freestanding desk dark wood floor home office photo in Seattle with gray walls

Client Reclaimed Douglas Fir wall
Bathroom - small rustic 3/4 dark wood floor bathroom idea in San Diego with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, a two-piece toilet, multicolored walls, an undermount sink and solid surface countertops

Soft colourful plantings along the pathway, seasonal interest begins in early spring and the planting is still colourful in late summer.
Inspiration for a small craftsman partial sun front yard brick landscaping in New York for summer.

Dan Cutrona Photography
Family room - transitional open concept family room idea in Miami with gray walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv