This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

Rick Frye, Designer

Cottage detached barn photo in Portland

Who lives there: Asha Mevlana and her Havanese dog named Bali Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas Size: Main house (400 sq ft), Trailer (160 sq ft.), 1 loft bedroom, 1 bath What sets your home apart: The home was designed specifically for my lifestyle. My inspiration: After reading the book, "The Life Changing Magic of Tidying," I got inspired to just live with things that bring me joy which meant scaling down on everything and getting rid of most of my possessions and all of the things that I had accumulated over the years. I also travel quite a bit and wanted to live with just what I needed. About the house: The L-shaped house consists of two separate structures joined by a deck. The main house (400 sq ft), which rests on a solid foundation, features the kitchen, living room, bathroom and loft bedroom. To make the small area feel more spacious, it was designed with high ceilings, windows and two custom garage doors to let in more light. The L-shape of the deck mirrors the house and allows for the two separate structures to blend seamlessly together. The smaller "amplified" structure (160 sq ft) is built on wheels to allow for touring and transportation. This studio is soundproof using recycled denim, and acts as a recording studio/guest bedroom/practice area. But it doesn't just look like an amp, it actually is one -- just plug in your instrument and sound comes through the front marine speakers onto the expansive deck designed for concerts. My favorite part of the home is the large kitchen and the expansive deck that makes the home feel even bigger. The deck also acts as a way to bring the community together where local musicians perform. I love having a the amp trailer as a separate space to practice music. But I especially love all the light with windows and garage doors throughout. Design team: Brian Crabb (designer), Zack Giffin (builder, custom furniture) Vickery Construction (builder) 3 Volve Construction (builder) Design dilemmas: Because the city wasn’t used to having tiny houses there were certain rules that didn’t quite make sense for a tiny house. I wasn’t allowed to have stairs leading up to the loft, only ladders were allowed. Since it was built, the city is beginning to revisit some of the old rules and hopefully things will be changing. Photo cred: Don Shreve

Tuscan wine cellar photo in Dallas with diamond bins

Inspiration for a huge contemporary backyard tile and custom-shaped infinity pool remodel

We know that not a lot of our customers will want a chicken coop in their backyard, but wanted to show it as one of the many fun things families can do with this much space, even though we're in a pretty urban environment. Copyright 2013 Moss Photography

Tricia Shay Photography
Example of a minimalist l-shaped gray floor eat-in kitchen design in Milwaukee with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Elegant bathroom photo in DC Metro

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Conservatory At Plano is a trusted provider of independent living apartment homes near Dallas, TX. We offer a wide variety of lifestyle programs for seniors who wish to enjoy the adventure of retired life in an all-inclusive, beautiful community.

Conservatory At Plano is a trusted provider of independent living apartment homes near Dallas, TX. We offer a wide variety of lifestyle programs for seniors who wish to enjoy the adventure of retired life in an all-inclusive, beautiful community.

Conservatory At Plano is a trusted provider of independent living apartment homes near Dallas, TX. We offer a wide variety of lifestyle programs for seniors who wish to enjoy the adventure of retired life in an all-inclusive, beautiful community.

Bob Kulon
Southwest kitchen photo in Las Vegas

Fun space for a billiards table, comfy couches, video games with pool bath connected- Adults and Kids
Inspiration for a large timeless gender-neutral porcelain tile and brown floor playroom remodel in Orlando with beige walls

https://vimeo.com/185387134 is a video description of this project. The Urban Grapevine Project employs regenerative design principles to promote affordable living, not just affordable housing. This small community of 10 single family dwellings was designed to meet all 20 Imperatives of the Living Building Challenge. Energy efficient construction, lighting and appliances are combined with photovoltaic and solar thermal collectors to provide at least 105% of all power required by the residents. The form and density of dwellings are optimized to meet all potable water needs through an innovative rainwater collection, storage and filtration system. Graywater and onsite composting feed the permaculture-inspired landscape of community gardens and fruit trees, fostering a healthy sense of community and empowerment for the residents. The power, water, waste and urban agricultural elements are part of the site’s architectural expression, making the life-sustaining systems transparent to residents, neighbors and visitors. This reinforces the educational intent of Urban Grapevine as an integral part of a citywide network of sustainable community gardens.

Bob Kulon
Inspiration for a southwestern living room remodel in Las Vegas

Renovations for Videology Bar & Cinema, located in Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood, required a seamless transformation of its existing video store into a multi-faceted venue featuring an independent micro-cinema and events space with food and drink service during events, and a separate bar-café area with its own cinematic appeal. Alongside the new functions of the establishment, DVD rentals were to retain a presence in the final build-out and remain viable and accessible to the local community throughout the makeover process.

Conservatory At Alden Bridge is an independent senior living community located in Houston's suburbs. We have stylish apartment homes for seniors who wish to retire somewhere close to world-class dining, arts, hotels, shopping and entertainment.