The difference, with and without exterior light fixtures set up, is night and day with this fresh, in-progress installation out of Oakland, CA. This update is so recent that you'll notice that the interior of this particular Studio Shed has yet to be finished. Electrical kits come standard with our "Lifestyle Interior Package," which additionally includes HVAC and interior finish options. This 10'x12' Signature Series "glow up" features "Panda Gray" Lap Siding, which is accentuated by "Volcano Gray" painted Full-Lite French Doors and "Natural Stain" Eaves. Affixing the exterior lighting to the Eaves as opposed to the facade makes for a far more interesting look, which is standard for our Signature Series' with Full-Lite Fronts (such as our Solitude). A Signature Series of this size is ideally suited for a home office/workspace. To join the cresting wave of employees electing to ditch the office and work from home this year, start by visiting our website and exploring our 3D Modeling Tool to configure your own Studio Shed.

Great room with entertainment area, pool table, gaming area, walk up wet bar, (1) stained and lacquered, recessed paneled, cherry column constructed around monopole in between game table and entertainment; Entertainment area to include gas fireplace with full height natural stone surround and continuous hearth extending below custom entertainment stained and lacquered built in and under stair closet; (2) dedicated trey ceilings with painted crown molding and rope lighting each for pool table and TV area; ¾ bathroom with linen closet; Study/Bedroom with double glass door entry and closet; Unfinished storage/mechanical room; -Removal of existing main level basement stairway door and construction of new drywall wrapped stair entryway with arched, lighted, drywall wrapped display niche at landing; new code compliant deeper projection window well installed with dirt excavation and removal outside of study/bedroom egress window; Photo: Andrew J Hathaway, Brothers Construction

Great room with entertainment area, pool table, gaming area, walk up wet bar, (1) stained and lacquered, recessed paneled, cherry column constructed around monopole in between game table and entertainment; Entertainment area to include gas fireplace with full height natural stone surround and continuous hearth extending below custom entertainment stained and lacquered built in and under stair closet; (2) dedicated trey ceilings with painted crown molding and rope lighting each for pool table and TV area; ¾ bathroom with linen closet; Study/Bedroom with double glass door entry and closet; Unfinished storage/mechanical room; -Removal of existing main level basement stairway door and construction of new drywall wrapped stair entryway with arched, lighted, drywall wrapped display niche at landing; new code compliant deeper projection window well installed with dirt excavation and removal outside of study/bedroom egress window; Photo: Andrew J Hathaway, Brothers Construction

Great room with entertainment area, pool table, gaming area, walk up wet bar, (1) stained and lacquered, recessed paneled, cherry column constructed around monopole in between game table and entertainment; Entertainment area to include gas fireplace with full height natural stone surround and continuous hearth extending below custom entertainment stained and lacquered built in and under stair closet; (2) dedicated trey ceilings with painted crown molding and rope lighting each for pool table and TV area; ¾ bathroom with linen closet; Study/Bedroom with double glass door entry and closet; Unfinished storage/mechanical room; -Removal of existing main level basement stairway door and construction of new drywall wrapped stair entryway with arched, lighted, drywall wrapped display niche at landing; new code compliant deeper projection window well installed with dirt excavation and removal outside of study/bedroom egress window; Photo: Andrew J Hathaway, Brothers Construction

Great room with entertainment area, pool table, gaming area, walk up wet bar, (1) stained and lacquered, recessed paneled, cherry column constructed around monopole in between game table and entertainment; Entertainment area to include gas fireplace with full height natural stone surround and continuous hearth extending below custom entertainment stained and lacquered built in and under stair closet; (2) dedicated trey ceilings with painted crown molding and rope lighting each for pool table and TV area; ¾ bathroom with linen closet; Study/Bedroom with double glass door entry and closet; Unfinished storage/mechanical room; -Removal of existing main level basement stairway door and construction of new drywall wrapped stair entryway with arched, lighted, drywall wrapped display niche at landing; new code compliant deeper projection window well installed with dirt excavation and removal outside of study/bedroom egress window; Photo: Andrew J Hathaway, Brothers Construction

Steel planter and edging with limestone steppers; xeriscape, water-wise plantings.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary partial sun and drought-tolerant front yard stone garden path in Austin for summer.

We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash. Paint colors: Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024 Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23 Robert B. Narod Photography

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.

Great room with entertainment area, pool table, gaming area, walk up wet bar, (1) stained and lacquered, recessed paneled, cherry column constructed around monopole in between game table and entertainment; Entertainment area to include gas fireplace with full height natural stone surround and continuous hearth extending below custom entertainment stained and lacquered built in and under stair closet; (2) dedicated trey ceilings with painted crown molding and rope lighting each for pool table and TV area; ¾ bathroom with linen closet; Study/Bedroom with double glass door entry and closet; Unfinished storage/mechanical room; -Removal of existing main level basement stairway door and construction of new drywall wrapped stair entryway with arched, lighted, drywall wrapped display niche at landing; new code compliant deeper projection window well installed with dirt excavation and removal outside of study/bedroom egress window; Photo: Andrew J Hathaway, Brothers Construction

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.

Transitional Kitchen/Living Room remodel transformation. This kitchen used to be closed off by a large wall and a peninsula. We completed removed the wall and opened up the kitchen to the living room to make room for a large island. One huge aspect of this remodel was to bring the outdoors inside. From the rich dark stain on cherry wood (mocha with charcoal stain - dura supreme) brings in the outside tree trunks. The grey porcelain tile (brazilian slate from all natural stone/island stone - volcano grey) bring in the color of the clouds and a cool touch to the warmth of the cherry wood. The countertop is a stunning natural quartzite (cinza paramount) that brings in the green of the rolling hills behind this home. The perimeter cabinets are an off-white (putty with sable glaze - dura supreme) that brings out the color of the rolling hills in the summertime. Adding the dry bar cabinetry to the fireplace wall invites the family and guests to enjoy a drink around the TV while creating a welcoming atmosphere. All around this remodel has a sense of calm and a natural feel to it.