Our energetic client came to us with a design challenge – take a broken-up layout, make it flow, and add a French flair. And, it was imperative that we maximize storage and make the whole space kid and dog friendly. This interior design project was a true collaboration. When we began, the kitchen and the dining room were completely separate spaces. Our down2earth interior design team proposed layouts that ranged from modest interventions (retaining the wall that divided the dining room and kitchen), to moderate interventions that left a partial wall in place, to major realignments that opened the space wide up. By creating design drawings for these different levels of intervention, the homeowners were able to view the pros and cons and price the different options. Happily, after having engineers verify that it was doable, they chose a wide open layout, which allows these party people to have a fabulous entertaining space. Once the layouts for the kitchen and dining room were established, it was time to collaborate with the builder on lighting placement and with the woodworker to get all the little details right, such as dog dishes in the blue island and specialized storage at the perimeter. The wood fumehood was part of the homeowners’ original vision and is the focal point of the back wall. The brass and glass shelves over the bar cabinets were sourced by the homeowners as well, and we worked within the company’s offerings to get the proportions just right. A brass bar was added to the toe-kick area of the custom designed breakfast nook to match the brass bar shelf brackets and support little feet. Lighting, furniture, upholstered bench cushions, and drapery all soften the space and provide that desired French flair. Counter tops are super white leather granite.

A dramatic statement featuring a Hinoki cedar Japanese soaking tub by Bartok Designs and Dornbracht rain shower surrounded by full-slab backlit honey onyx that was book-matched to create a striking composition. Photos by Mariko Reed. Design by VIF Studio.

A Scandinavian-inspired home exudes minimalist design with a sleek kitchen, living spaces, and entertainment area. Additional features include a wet bar, elevator, and a screened-in porch. This all-electric home is committed to sustainability, boasting these 3rd party verified certifications: 'Energy Star for Homes', the Environmental Protection Agency's 'Indoor airPLUS' certification, and the Department of Energy's 'Zero Energy Ready' certification.

The homes in Heritage Hills in Chapel Hill, NC are representative of the popularity and explosive growth of American Home Ownership that occurred during the economic expansion that followed the end of WW II. They were designed and built to foster the benefits and sense of “community”, where families could come together and share theirs and their children’s lives. They are typically in very desirable locations within their larger communities, and remodeling them with modern amenities, increasing the performance and efficiency of them, and having them Green Certified (independent third-party verified) makes them extremely attractive to buyers, and helps to raise other property values within the neighborhood. Green Certified Remodeled Homes offer significant value and advantage in the marketplace over similar homes in their area, which is especially important as a new, younger era of home buyers enter the market. Current trends suggest that younger (as well as many “seasoned”) homeowners are interested in smaller, more efficient (and thus affordable) homes situated closer to shopping, their work, entertainment opportunities, and access to the economic and environmental benefits of mass transit. These older homes also offer an additional value that is continuing to gain visibility and appreciation in the market place. They were built from lumber from slower-growth trees (denser and harder wood), and as such offer superior structural support compared to the same home built using lumber from today’s faster-growing (softer and less-dense wood) trees. Robin and Kent had lived in their 2-story Gambrel Roof home in Heritage Hills since 1994. The house was structurally sound, due in large part to the old-growth (and denser) yellow pine that was used in its framing. They loved the quiet neighborhood, its sense of community and amenities, and their home. It suited their life-style and needs; and they had decided that they would remain in the home. It was showing its age, and was in need of general repairs and maintenance, and its energy, water, and indoor air quality performance was continuing to increase their ongoing cost of ownership. Robin loved the screen porch that looked out on their private and nicely landscaped back yard, but she wanted to be able to use it in the colder months of the year. She was unsatisfied with the kitchen and the mud room / laundry room, and the darkness of other living spaces. A previous water leak in the laundry room had resulted in a large patch of mold that had compromised flooring, wall board, and insulation and contributed to the homes reduced indoor air quality. The home lacked insulation in the crawl, and inadequate insulation in the attic. The single HVAC unit had been replaced a few years earlier with a more efficient unit, but with a single programmable thermostat control on the first floor and aging and un-insulated ducting, the second floor was often over-heated in the summer months. The original wood windows had begun to deteriorate and were drafty and inefficient, and the original wood-burning fireplace was an open conduit for escaping conditioned air as well as an inlet for wood-smoke smelling air being pulled into the home. The siding had been replaced a few years earlier with a cement-fiber product, but the exterior wood trim was compromised and beginning to look unsightly. Its original architecture had been altered over the years in ways that presented ongoing maintenance and durability issues, as well as disrupting the elegance of the original design. Kent has worked for over 30 years in the Environmental Sciences field, and is considered to be a national expert in understanding the sources of, and human exposure to pollutants in indoor environments. He had always been very conscious and cautious about the effects on indoor air quality that the construction, furnishings, and products used in home had on him and his family. Project Goals Increase the performance of their home by improving energy efficiency by at least 40% and lowering their natural gas and electric utility costs. Increase the performance of their home by reducing water usage by at least 40% and lowering the water utility costs. Increase the comfort of their home that was being compromised by an inadequate HVAC design, inadequate insulation, inefficient and compromised wood windows, and copious air intrusions and drafts. Improve the healthiness of the homes indoor air quality that was being compromised by an open wood-burning fireplace, and prior water intrusion that had allowed colonies of mold to thrive. Create a new Kitchen, Family Room, Home Office, Mudroom, and Laundry Room that featured some of the latest designs and trends and harmonized with the rest of the homes charm. Increase the usefulness and aesthetics of the screened porch by creating a warm and inviting semi-conditioned 3-Season Room that extended the times during the year that it was comfortable. Introduce day-lighting into areas of the home that were dark and uninviting. Brighten and harmonize all of the interior finishes. Protect and restore the exterior of the home with superior-performing products and finishes. Achieve Gold Level Green Home Certification in conformance with the ICC 700-2012 National Green Building Standards (NGBS).

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This roof deck features Island Stone wall tile reminiscent of traditional Hawaiian lava rock and elevated, weathered Ipe wood platforms. Remote-controlled louvered sun shades provide relief from the sun, while at night a fire pit provides warmth. Photos by Mariko Reed. Design by VIF Studio.

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This natural stone is an ideal option for those interior spaces seeking a gentle differentiation through sophisticated surfaces. The intensity of the veins on Invisible Grey makes it perfect for book-matched projects. It is also a great option for bathroom vanity tops, wall cladding and kitchens. Stop wasting your time by calling around just to get a estimate, Now you can get Free estimates in 24 hours From multiple verified companies in a click https://countertopstores.com/get-started-estimate

David Betsy of Reico Kitchen and Bath in Wilmington, DE designed a modern-inspired laundry room featuring Masterpiece Cabinetry. The cabinets feature the Sawyer door style in Maple with a Cannon Grey finish, paired with Tesora quartz countertops in the color Aureo. After 30 years in the home, the clients finally remodeled their laundry room. “The design of the space makes the room function perfectly. We moved the sink next to the washing machine. This opened an entire wall for cabinets and a countertop. We also added cabinets above the washer and dryer and installed a new floor and reorganized the existing closet. David suggested we add a kitchen mixer cabinet for our sewing machine, and now our sewing machine is always ready to go. The remodel has given us some much-needed storage space. Without David, this project would not have been so successful,” said the client. David shared, " This client’s specific request was to use the space for sewing. It was the first time I had a sewing machine brought in to the showroom! From there we took measurements and verified that the sewing machine would work with a lift traditionally used for mixers. We discussed the client’s dominant hand, and the type of chair being used which affected the placement of the sewing machine. I really enjoyed the challenge of taking what would have been a normal laundry area to design a fully customized space!” Photos courtesy of Dan Williams Photography.

Quartz and granite are the main elements of Biancoi Modena. Because of its white, orange, brown, and a few dark grains, this beautiful engineered stone calls to mind some of the most beautiful granite selections from the Italian Appennines, a magnificent mountainous area between Tuscany and Emilia Romagna. Countertop research starts here, First get a estimate so you can plan your budget, Before calling around and waiting on unreliable companies to give you a quote, Get estimates from Multiple local CSA verified companies. https://countertopstores.com/get-started-estimate

Our energetic client came to us with a design challenge – take a broken-up layout, make it flow, and add a French flair. And, it was imperative that we maximize storage and make the whole space kid and dog friendly. This interior design project was a true collaboration. When we began, the kitchen and the dining room were completely separate spaces. Our down2earth interior design team proposed layouts that ranged from modest interventions (retaining the wall that divided the dining room and kitchen), to moderate interventions that left a partial wall in place, to major realignments that opened the space wide up. By creating design drawings for these different levels of intervention, the homeowners were able to view the pros and cons and price the different options. Happily, after having engineers verify that it was doable, they chose a wide open layout, which allows these party people to have a fabulous entertaining space. Once the layouts for the kitchen and dining room were established, it was time to collaborate with the builder on lighting placement and with the woodworker to get all the little details right, such as dog dishes in the blue island and specialized storage at the perimeter. The wood fumehood was part of the homeowners’ original vision and is the focal point of the back wall. The brass and glass shelves over the bar cabinets were sourced by the homeowners as well, and we worked within the company’s offerings to get the proportions just right. A brass bar was added to the toe-kick area of the custom designed breakfast nook to match the brass bar shelf brackets and support little feet. Lighting, furniture, upholstered bench cushions, and drapery all soften the space and provide that desired French flair. Counter tops are super white leather granite.

Apartment with an area of ​​90 sq. m. is located in the center of Voronezh, in the new residential complex “Solar Olympus”. The main drawback was a very impressive L-shaped and non-functional corridor with a window. By dividing it into several rooms, we gave the space the right shape, organize an entrance hall, a guest toilet and even a laundry room. There were also interesting solutions in the non-standard junction of the engineering board and porcelain stoneware. The scale and shape of the art object slightly knocked down the correct and verified lines in space, and the idea of ​​​​the neighborhood of recycled materials with noble ones (in particular, with leather upholstery of coffee tables and silver vintage modernist candlesticks) added irony, while maintaining its elegance.” The interior is filled with air and light, the pleasant shade of the walls goes to the ceiling, envelops and hugs, helps to relax after a hard day, and color accents cheer up and saturate with energy. Coswick oak Pastel Herringbone hardwood flooring was used in the project. Design by Bovykina Ganna and Julia Janson. Photography by Mikhail Chekalov. Coswick’s partner in Voronezh polvamvdom.ru

Great 2 level family home in Esquimalt. Priced to sell! 1827 sq/ft, 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, originally built around 1919 but house was raised in about 2005, so there is a full height basement now. Main level has wood and laminate floors, fir trim, spacious kitchen with newer stainless appliances, open to dining area and cozy living room with woodstove. 2 bedrooms, 4 piece bathroom and large sunroom on main as well. Downstairs has 3 more bedrooms, large family room down, 3 piece bathroom and laundry storage room. Nice condition throughout and well maintained. Built-in Vacuum. Newer roof. Lot is triangle shape with 2 yard areas and is fenced and level, great for kids and pets. Driveway access granted, but not completed yet. All Measurements Are Estimated. Verify If Important.

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Great 2 level family home in Esquimalt. Priced to sell! 1827 sq/ft, 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, originally built around 1919 but house was raised in about 2005, so there is a full height basement now. Main level has wood and laminate floors, fir trim, spacious kitchen with newer stainless appliances, open to dining area and cozy living room with woodstove. 2 bedrooms, 4 piece bathroom and large sunroom on main as well. Downstairs has 3 more bedrooms, large family room down, 3 piece bathroom and laundry storage room. Nice condition throughout and well maintained. Built-in Vacuum. Newer roof. Lot is triangle shape with 2 yard areas and is fenced and level, great for kids and pets. Driveway access granted, but not completed yet. All Measurements Are Estimated. Verify If Important.

Interior detail from a custom luxury residence in San Jose Del Cabo, Baja California, by Hyde Evans Design, Seattle. This project — a full custom home in collaboration with local architect Arturo Ponce De Leon — demonstrates Hyde Evans Design's capacity for high-complexity international projects: sourcing from Mexican artisans, working across cultural and geographic contexts, and delivering the same standard of luxury and restraint the firm brings to its Pacific Northwest residential work. Interior Design: Hyde Evans Design, Seattle, WA. Verify: confirm this matches the actual photo before uploading.

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> At Mosaics Lab, we make mosaic artworks for you to walk all over, lean all over and look all over. We invest in high-quality handcrafted glass and marble mosaic tiles, offer infinite designs through customizations, deliver to your doorstep for free and offer great customer service, so you can be sure to love your mosaic. > Find the bathroom mosaic designs look you love and we will customize it for your space for free. > If you have your own design, send us a picture and we will craft it into a gorgeous mosaic artwork to fit what you have in mind. > All our mosaic artworks are covered by a lifetime warranty. > We have over 30 Years of Experience. > We offer Fast & Free Shipping and Free Returns worldwide. > We have over 1400 Verified Reviews.