The customers wanted a large home with a traditional character that would accommodate their big family. Several options were presented that captured the owners’ lifestyle, within a Tuscan architectural style featuring traditional materials. This home fronts a Denver, Colorado, tree-lined parkway in a very formal manner. A horizontally situated floor-plan reflects the shape of the site. The main living spaces—living room, dining room, kitchen and family room are well-defined, flowing together as a highly livable space that can easily accommodate entertaining. Ample family living space provides separate living / entertaining areas. The exterior finishes—stone, stucco, and mission barrel roof tiles—reinforce the traditional Tuscan style of the home. Work completed while at SBA.

This urban townhouse has all the comforts of home. Open spaces all coordinate and flow with a cohesive look and well defined areas for each function. Stunning artwork welcomes one home!

This was a living room that was in need of a purposeful furniture layout. We accomplished this by adding grounding pieces to the room and creating an open and inviting, yet well defined, space.

Handcrafted table. Double plated stainless steel base. White-ash burl and cherry top with dark-sable finish. Top features a subtle patchwork design comprising alternating squares of well-defined grain and smoothed out grain. Assembly required. 85"L x 46"W x 30"T; extends to 115"L with included leaf. Imported. Boxed weight, approximately 345 lbs.

THE SETUP Sam’s client had lived in her downtown townhome home for less than a year when she decided to remodel the spacious second level. This open area consisted of three sections: a TV and fireplace zone, a sparsely furnished dining area, and a dominant central kitchen. The kitchen featured a long back wall with three segmented sections and a massive island housing the cooktop. She found the kitchen’s functionality lacking and its presence overwhelming – it dominated the entire floor, regardless of where you stood. Design objectives: - Reconfigure key kitchen elements (sink, cooktop, oven) while minimizing the kitchen’s visual impact - Optimize the kitchen’s back wall, eliminating existing dead space - Create a purposeful, well-defined dining area - Establish a distinct, comfortable living area - Reuse existing appliances and flooring - Maintain an overall modern design aesthetic THE REMODEL Design challenges to be solved: - Redesign the island to reduce its overwhelming presence - Create a comfortable, dedicated living room within the available space - Establish a distinct, inviting dining area within spatial constraints - Enhance kitchen functionality and style without dominating the entire floor THE RENEWED SPACE Design solutions: - Sam created raised end caps for the island. This separated the kitchen from adjacent living and dining areas while focusing the kitchen’s functionality. The new sink location offers ample workspace, allowing the cook to interact with guests seated at the island. The redesigned island also provides additional storage. - For the living area, Sam opted for a functional-yet-minimalist approach. Large-format tile creates a natural stone look for the fireplace and TV wall. The recessed TV and extended fireplace shelf maintain a sleek profile. - Artistic wallpaper adds depth and texture, while the intentional lack of extensive shelving keeps the space open and distinct. - Sam transformed the dining area’s blank wall into a feature, adding a unique dry bar with counter space, open shelves, cabinet storage and a beverage fridge. - - - Wallpaper behind and above the bar contributes to the area’s personality. A mirror adds depth while pendant lights add style and visual interest. Relocating the cooktop to the back wall facilitates hidden ventilation, reducing visual clutter. Sam balanced transitional and modern elements for a contemporary yet comfortable feel. The digital control panel on the convection cooktop maintains a sleek look, while the wall oven is now at an easy-to-use height. ----- Mirrored base cabinet fronts and a paneled fridge prevent cabinetry monotony. The redesign has delighted Sam’s client, achieving her main goal of creating a more inviting and visually appealing space. Each section now has its own visual personality and functionality while harmonizing within a monochromatic palette. The entire floor offers wow-factor pop upon first glance, with each area maintaining its distinct character while contributing to a cohesive, modern aesthetic.

This urban townhouse has all the comforts of home. Open spaces all coordinate and flow with a cohesive look and well defined areas for each function. Stunning artwork welcomes one home!

The home adheres to an open concept, and spaces flow together while still being well-defined yet providing privacy where needed. The countertops, range surround and fireplace surround and hearth are concrete pieces made by Stone Craft. The cabinetry was provided by Cook & Cook Cabinetry, and manufactured with urea formaldehyde-free wood products and glues.

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This site underwent a dramatic transformation from a casual outdoor afterthought to a well-defined, functional, and beautiful space. The front entry was redirected and opened, and features the porch and landing. The raised garden beds line the entire space creating rooms and directional flow. Layers of white and green plant materials fill the beds while taller specimens create private spaces. Photo Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan

Joanne Bechhoff This home started out as a ranch. It was completely remodeled and a new second floor added. The first floor was reconfigured to have an open floor plan. By creating an open floor plan there is no formal entry. With the proper placement of furniture a well defined entry is created while creating a separate living room.

Clean & Functional Basement Storage or Flex Room This basement update delivers a clean, finished space designed for flexibility and everyday use. Wood-look flooring adds warmth and durability, while neutral wall colors and crisp white trim create a bright, polished appearance. The newly finished door and updated baseboards give the room a cohesive, well-defined look. Perfect as a storage area, utility space, or small flex room, this portion of the basement integrates seamlessly with the rest of the remodel. Thoughtful finishing details ensure the space feels complete and intentional, contributing to a fully finished basement that maximizes both functionality and visual appeal.

Contemporary compound with well-defined outdoor spaces that are comfortable during hot summer days .Photographer: Matthew Millman
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We had the cabinets professionally painted, replaced the countertops and added beautiful new hardware and an updated backsplash. The result is the space now feel well defined and intentional designed. We chose the gray to counteract/compliment the orange a bit, and specifically this backsplash as it had the gray, but also the little slubs of orange-brown in it which ties back into the floor. The result it a space that the homeowners now LOVE and didn't cost a lot to upgrade.

Solid board cedar fence that provides privacy from neighbours and creates well defined boundaries to the property.
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This stunning Southlake front yard is a testament to the power of effective landscape design in creating an inviting outdoor living space. The carefully chosen plantings, including neatly trimmed shrubs and striking cacti, add texture and depth to the overall design. The symmetrical layout provides a sense of order and balance, while the well-defined pathway guides visitors toward the home's entrance. This front yard seamlessly integrates architectural elements with natural beauty, resulting in a harmonious and visually appealing composition.

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Plenty of countertop space and lots of efficient storage along with well defined work zones make the new kitchen an asset to the house.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and white countertops

This site underwent a dramatic transformation from a casual outdoor afterthought to a well-defined, functional, and beautiful space. The front entry was redirected and opened, and features the porch and landing. The raised garden beds line the entire space creating rooms and directional flow. Layers of white and green plant materials fill the beds while taller specimens create private spaces. Photo Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan

For this family of five, well defined spaces allow family interaction and privacy.
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