Glasgow 231 A Door Style, Cameo - Island: Cherry, Timber
Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Indianapolis

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.

This beautiful gray Brazilian quartzite evokes waves and foam at a seashore making it one of our most unique natural stone selections. With sweeping dark gray veins, Dakar quartzite is a lovely choice for accent walls or fixtures without straying too far from the neutral palette. Pair with similarly neutral walls and floors to allow this quartzite to shine, or allow it to complement bolder jewel tones or metallic accents. 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

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).

It’s easy to see how the Iranian quartzite Verde Fantastico got its name. Fantastically rich and deep with greens, blues, and whites, Verde Fantastico is complex and gorgeous. Swirling crystals and complex colors make Verde Fantastico a one-of-a-kind experience that looks great in any space, inside or out. Get countertop Estimate in 24 hours from multiple local verified companies in 3 simple steps . Click and upload pictures . https://countertopstores.com/get-started-estimate

Nero Spanish is one of the best imported marble, beautiful black marble with distinctive white veins. you can use it for floors, walls, kitchen, steps, fireplaces, in interior and exteriors. Countertop quote in 24 hours. 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

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.

> 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 living room mosaic mural 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.

DuPont Corian in Oat - Corian® Oat Corian® Oat is deep warm and rich sandstone beige with a dense blend of large and small translucent, light neutral beige and brown particles. Corian® Oat contains a minimum of 13% pre-consumer recycled content as verified by SCS.

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

Our gut-rehab development of a 1890's era row home was a great success ending up with a Platinum certification from the USGBC LEED for Homes and verified by the Green Business Certification Co. We are very proud of this honor of our first LEED for Homes project and wanted to share the results here.

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.

A friend noticed a damp, musty smell coming from her living room fireplace the week after a February thaw. When she called a masonry technician from Superior Chimney, to take a look, and found that water had been working its way behind the bricks for years. What started as a small crack now meant her chimney needed structural repairs before she could safely use it again. Chimney repairs are any work done to restore the structural and weatherproof condition of a chimney. This can include mortar joint repair, brick replacement, crown repair, flue repair, and cap or flashing replacement. Most Chicagoland homeowners discover the need for chimney repairs often times after winter, when the freeze and thaw cycles have already done its damage. Uncovering the symptoms early is the best way to keep chimney repairs down. Let’s discuss how that can be done. Why Chicagoland Weather Is Especially Hard on Chimneys Chicagoland has some of the most polarized weather. One day it’s a blizzard and the next week hot, humid and 100 degrees. That swing in weather conditions and temperatures are the real reasons why chimney repairs are needed. When moisture from humid and rainy days’ soak into brick and mortar and then freezes, it expands. As it begins to thaw, the materials contract. Repeat that cycle dozens of times in a single Illinois winter and even solid masonry in the chimney starts to crack, spall, and separate from the joints holding it together. This is called the freeze thaw cycle. We’ve talked about it many times over the years, and it continues to be the single biggest reason homes need chimney repairs more often than homes in milder climates. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), the leading nonprofit certifying body for chimney professionals in the United States, notes that water intrusion is one of the most damaging and most preventable problems. If the problem is left to mature, it affects more than the appearance. It compromises the structure itself. What Do Chimney Repairs Involve? Not every chimney problem requires the same fix. Chimney repairs generally fall into a few categories. Understanding the difference, helps homeowners have a more informed conversation with the expert technician. Mortar joint repair or tuckpointing. This involves removing deteriorated mortar between bricks and replacing it with fresh mortar, matched to the original color and texture as closely as possible. Brick replacement. When individual bricks have spalled, meaning the face has cracked or popped off from trapped moisture, those bricks are removed and replaced. Crown and cap repair. The crown is the concrete slab at the very top of the chimney. Cracks both big and small let water directly into the chimney flue. Chimney crown repair is often one of the most urgent forms of chimney repairs. Flashing repair. Flashing is the barrier where the chimney meets the roofline. Loose, damaged or poorly installed flashing is a common source for water leaks. The roof gets the blame as it is the largest piece that covers the house. However, it certainly can be the overlooked chimney. Flue and liner repair. Cracked flue tiles or damaged liners affect how safely a chimney vents smoke and combustion gases. When to Know a Chimney Needs Repair Most chimney damage shows up as small, easy to dismiss way. Let’s take a look at the following list. Be sure to print this out and keep it handy so if/when something happens, you know what to look for. • Water stains near the fireplace or on the ceiling • A brownish stain on the wall around your fireplace, or a stain on the ceiling near an exterior chimney. This means water is getting in somewhere it should not. • Crumbling or missing mortar • If you can see gaps between bricks, or mortar that flakes off when you touch it • A leaning or visibly shifting chimney • A chimney that appears to pull away from the house, even slightly, could indicate a structural issue • White staining on the brick (efflorescence) • Chalky white residue left behind as water evaporates out of the masonry. It is a visible sign that moisture is moving through brick • Rusted damper or firebox components • Metal parts inside a fireplace that are rusting are a strong indicator that moisture is present • Debris in the fireplace • Small chunks of brick, mortar, or tile landing in the firebox What are the Various Types of Chimney Repair? This is a compiled list of chimney repairs so you can be aware of what to look for. If you have any questions, contact us directly at 877-244-6349. Homeowners who schedule chimney repairs at the first sign of trouble typically spend far less than those who wait until water damage reaches the interior of the home. This is a great reason to contact Superior Chimney at 877-244-6349. Why an Annual Inspection Matters More Than People Think The CSIA and the National Fire Protection Association both recommend that chimneys, fireplaces, and vents be inspected at least once a year, whether or not the fireplace gets used. This recommendation exists because damage does not take a break just because a chimney sits without any use. According to data stated by the CSIA, chimney related fires still contribute to tens of thousands of residential fires across the United States each year, and a large share of those incidents can be traced back to deferred maintenance. An annual chimney inspection is what catches the small mortar crack or the hairline crown crack before it turns into a repair bill. Hiring the Right Company for Chimney Repairs Not every company who offers chimney repair work has the certified training to diagnose a problem correctly. CSIA certification is the most widely recognized credential in the industry, and it requires technicians to study chimney physics, venting systems, and fire codes. After the studies, the new technician needs to pass an exam and agree to a professional code of ethics. When you call, be sure to ask: Are your technicians CSIA certified, and can I verify that certification? Will you show me photos or video of the damage before starting work? Does the estimate distinguish between cosmetic repair and structural repair? At Superior Chimney, we welcome these and other of your questions. How Chimney Repairs Affect Insurance and Resale A chimney in poor condition can complicate a home sale or an insurance claim. Home inspectors routinely report on visible mortar loss, leaning chimneys, or missing chimney caps. Some insurers will request proof of repair before renewing a policy on an older home. Addressing chimney repairs proactively protects more than curb appeal. It protects the sale timeline and the claims history associated to the property. Frequently Asked Questions How often should a Chicago area chimney be inspected? At least once a year, per CSIA and NFPA guidance, regardless of how often the fireplace is used. Can chimney repairs be done in winter? Some interior repairs can happen in cold weather, but most masonry repair requires temperatures consistently above freezing. Spring and fall are the most common repair times in the Chicago area. Is tuckpointing the same thing as chimney repair? Tuckpointing is one type of chimney repair, focused on replacing deteriorated mortar joints. Does homeowners insurance cover chimney repairs? It depends. Sudden damage from a storm may be covered, while gradual deterioration from lack of maintenance typically is not. So Finally… Taking care of your home includes a chimney. Just because you don’t see it every day, doesn’t mean things aren’t happening. Be sure to get a chimney inspection done once per year by a certified and credible company such as Superior Chimney to take care of the issues. Contact us today by calling 877-244-6349.

Meet Martin Roper: Martin is one of our Project Managers here at Owen Homes. He has been with the team since 2014, starting as a Framing Carpenter, Crew Leader and then stepping into Project Manager in 2017. As your Project Manager, he will be your primary contact during construction as he manages and supervises the day- to-day operations on-site. He schedules subcontractors and vendors, coordinates material deliveries, inspects work for quality of craftsmanship and handles any challenges that arise during construction. You’ll meet Martin on-site for several walk-throughs and hear from him frequently to verify details and design elements as we translate the scope/vision into construction reality.

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.

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.

> 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.

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.