This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

This powder bathroom is a bold, high-impact space that proves small rooms can carry big personality. The custom abstract wallpaper sets the tone immediately — an organic, hand-drawn pattern in deep charcoal sweeps across crisp white walls, creating movement and visual interest without overwhelming the space. The black and brass accents layer in warmth and sophistication. A matte black oval mirror softens the strong linear pattern of the wallpaper, while the brass faucet and hardware introduce a refined contrast that feels intentional and elevated. The modern black-and-white sconce adds a sculptural moment above the mirror, tying the palette together seamlessly. The vanity keeps the look grounded with its dark finish and clean lines, balanced by a bright quartz countertop that keeps the room feeling fresh and airy. Minimal styling — amber glass soap bottles, a simple framed black-and-white print, and a sleek black toilet paper holder — allows the design elements to breathe without clutter. Overall, the space feels modern, curated, and slightly dramatic — the perfect statement powder bath that leaves a lasting impression on guests while still feeling timeless and polished.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

This powder bathroom is a bold, high-impact space that proves small rooms can carry big personality. The custom abstract wallpaper sets the tone immediately — an organic, hand-drawn pattern in deep charcoal sweeps across crisp white walls, creating movement and visual interest without overwhelming the space. The black and brass accents layer in warmth and sophistication. A matte black oval mirror softens the strong linear pattern of the wallpaper, while the brass faucet and hardware introduce a refined contrast that feels intentional and elevated. The modern black-and-white sconce adds a sculptural moment above the mirror, tying the palette together seamlessly. The vanity keeps the look grounded with its dark finish and clean lines, balanced by a bright quartz countertop that keeps the room feeling fresh and airy. Minimal styling — amber glass soap bottles, a simple framed black-and-white print, and a sleek black toilet paper holder — allows the design elements to breathe without clutter. Overall, the space feels modern, curated, and slightly dramatic — the perfect statement powder bath that leaves a lasting impression on guests while still feeling timeless and polished.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

A returning customer, now retired, wanted a new kitchen and dining space with a wow-factor, and that is exactly what they got! Mike created a design that seamlessly wrapped the kitchen into the dining area. It has a classy and clutter-free look with a wonderfully zoned working area and plenty of accessible storage. The kitchen features the Callerton cabinetry in Gransden Grey Painted Ash, complemented by Quartz worktops and splashback. Siemens built-in appliances offer high-end performance while the undermounted sink adds a classic touch. The design curves in areas, allowing the kitchen to flow through to the dining area and into feature furniture with a TV area, wine rack and dresser unit. The modern drawer systems in the working area keep everything at hand for cooking and serving. Continuing the colour throughout creates a cohesive, visually calming effect, while the LVT flooring, expertly installed by our trusted partner, brings the whole space together. The structure of the room remained unchanged, with just the ceiling overboarded and freshly skimmed for a clean, updated look. We did renew the electrics and plumbing, also and levelled the floor to ensure a solid foundation for the new design.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

This renovation updates the home with a warm, modern material palette while retaining architectural character throughout. Natural wood, dark accents, warm metal finishes, neutral wall colors, and textured surfaces are repeated from room to room for consistency. The design also emphasizes existing volume and natural light, using exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and open sightlines as key architectural features. Custom storage was incorporated throughout the home to improve function without adding visual clutter.

The house is architecturally bold. Unfortunately, the original structure was completed by two groups of people: the cabinet suppliers and builders did not do a good job of creating a livable home for a family. All spaces were disjoined, lacked visual interest, and did not provide needed functionality. We freed the home of the clutter of unnecessary walls, steps, and complexity; we capitalized on natural light and reworked the flow to better serve a young family with kids and dogs. Two small offices were carved out of the nooks and crannies of the house. Our clients wanted a soft rendition of a black-and-white theme, durable finishes, and a floor plan that supported entertaining.

In this primary bathroom, the lighting scheme was key to achieve the client’s goals and create a space where the client would enjoy being. The bathroom felt cramped, dark, visually heavy. The client was also claustrophobic, making the use of the space uncomfortable. The goal was to transform this space into a relaxed modern spa-like atmosphere, rethink and simplify the floorplan avoiding visual clutter, access natural light, add efficient lighting, and create more visual space. The lighting plan was crucial to increase visual space. My first thought was to add a skylight to access natural light that is so effective in enlarging the feel of a space. After looking at the attic and roof lines it became clear that this was not an option. After some research I found the perfect solution: a smart light fixture that mimics a window. It is installed between studs or ceiling joists. The fixture replicates the light of the sun during the day. It goes from soft morning light - to bright noon - to soft dawn light. By recessing the fixture into the ceiling, the skylight-look and extra height was achieved. The benefits of this light go beyond beautiful design. The fixture is sustainable, energy efficient, and made to last for decades. It regulates the body’s circadian rhythm, helping against sleeping problems and seasonal affective disorder. It also integrates biophilic design, creating connections to nature and benefiting people that spend hours indoors. The use of mood lighting was also key, creating a cozy, welcoming feel to this home-spa. All the lights are dimmable, and plenty of indirect light sources, like the gorgeous vanity pendants and LED mirrors, create the perfect setting. Not forgetting to mention the soft curves of the bathtub chandelier. This is the perfect place to relax in the bubbly bathtub!

ZeroEnergy Design (ZED) created this modern home for a progressive family in the desirable community of Lexington. Thoughtful Land Connection. The residence is carefully sited on the infill lot so as to create privacy from the road and neighbors, while cultivating a side yard that captures the southern sun. The terraced grade rises to meet the house, allowing for it to maintain a structured connection with the ground while also sitting above the high water table. The elevated outdoor living space maintains a strong connection with the indoor living space, while the stepped edge ties it back to the true ground plane. Siting and outdoor connections were completed by ZED in collaboration with landscape designer Soren Deniord Design Studio. Exterior Finishes and Solar. The exterior finish materials include a palette of shiplapped wood siding, through-colored fiber cement panels and stucco. A rooftop parapet hides the solar panels above, while a gutter and site drainage system directs rainwater into an irrigation cistern and dry wells that recharge the groundwater. Cooking, Dining, Living. Inside, the kitchen, fabricated by Henrybuilt, is located between the indoor and outdoor dining areas. The expansive south-facing sliding door opens to seamlessly connect the spaces, using a retractable awning to provide shade during the summer while still admitting the warming winter sun. The indoor living space continues from the dining areas across to the sunken living area, with a view that returns again to the outside through the corner wall of glass. Accessible Guest Suite. The design of the first level guest suite provides for both aging in place and guests who regularly visit for extended stays. The patio off the north side of the house affords guests their own private outdoor space, and privacy from the neighbor. Similarly, the second level master suite opens to an outdoor private roof deck. Light and Access. The wide open interior stair with a glass panel rail leads from the top level down to the well insulated basement. The design of the basement, used as an away/play space, addresses the need for both natural light and easy access. In addition to the open stairwell, light is admitted to the north side of the area with a high performance, Passive House (PHI) certified skylight, covering a six by sixteen foot area. On the south side, a unique roof hatch set flush with the deck opens to reveal a glass door at the base of the stairwell which provides additional light and access from the deck above down to the play space. Energy. Energy consumption is reduced by the high performance building envelope, high efficiency mechanical systems, and then offset with renewable energy. All windows and doors are made of high performance triple paned glass with thermally broken aluminum frames. The exterior wall assembly employs dense pack cellulose in the stud cavity, a continuous air barrier, and four inches exterior rigid foam insulation. The 10kW rooftop solar electric system provides clean energy production. The final air leakage testing yielded 0.6 ACH 50 - an extremely air tight house, a testament to the well-designed details, progress testing and quality construction. When compared to a new house built to code requirements, this home consumes only 19% of the energy. Architecture & Energy Consulting: ZeroEnergy Design Landscape Design: Soren Deniord Design Paintings: Bernd Haussmann Studio Photos: Eric Roth Photography

In this primary bathroom, the lighting scheme was key to achieve the client’s goals and create a space where the client would enjoy being. The bathroom felt cramped, dark, visually heavy. The client was also claustrophobic, making the use of the space uncomfortable. The goal was to transform this space into a relaxed modern spa-like atmosphere, rethink and simplify the floorplan avoiding visual clutter, access natural light, add efficient lighting, and create more visual space. The lighting plan was crucial to increase visual space. My first thought was to add a skylight to access natural light that is so effective in enlarging the feel of a space. After looking at the attic and roof lines it became clear that this was not an option. After some research I found the perfect solution: a smart light fixture that mimics a window. It is installed between studs or ceiling joists. The fixture replicates the light of the sun during the day. It goes from soft morning light - to bright noon - to soft dawn light. By recessing the fixture into the ceiling, the skylight-look and extra height was achieved. The benefits of this light go beyond beautiful design. The fixture is sustainable, energy efficient, and made to last for decades. It regulates the body’s circadian rhythm, helping against sleeping problems and seasonal affective disorder. It also integrates biophilic design, creating connections to nature and benefiting people that spend hours indoors. The use of mood lighting was also key, creating a cozy, welcoming feel to this home-spa. All the lights are dimmable, and plenty of indirect light sources, like the gorgeous vanity pendants and LED mirrors, create the perfect setting. Not forgetting to mention the soft curves of the bathtub chandelier. This is the perfect place to relax in the bubbly bathtub!