When clients begin considering a kitchen remodel, they're often thinking about more than new cabinetry or countertops. They're thinking about how they want to live in their home. For this project, the goal was to create a kitchen that felt more open, connected, and functional for everyday life. The original kitchen was relatively small and enclosed. A wall with a single doorway separated it from the formal dining room, while a half-wall divided it from the main living area. The space functioned well enough, but it didn't support the way the homeowners wanted to gather, entertain, and interact with family and guests. Rather than simply updating finishes, we took a comprehensive approach to reimagining the entire layout.

Michael Buck - M Buck Studios
Trendy dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island

When clients begin considering a kitchen remodel, they're often thinking about more than new cabinetry or countertops. They're thinking about how they want to live in their home. For this project, the goal was to create a kitchen that felt more open, connected, and functional for everyday life. The original kitchen was relatively small and enclosed. A wall with a single doorway separated it from the formal dining room, while a half-wall divided it from the main living area. The space functioned well enough, but it didn't support the way the homeowners wanted to gather, entertain, and interact with family and guests. Rather than simply updating finishes, we took a comprehensive approach to reimagining the entire layout.

Brand new home in Irvine Great Park in need of flooring, wallpaper, paint, window coverings and furnishings as well as accessories. Dupuis Design took an eclectic approach to the design and selected pieces that were unique, dimensional to scale with color and personality. Keeping in mind the clients personality and style we truly created a one of a kind space with the Dupuis Design touch. photography: Célia Foussé Styling: Crista Novak & Peggy Dupuis

Brand new home in Irvine Great Park in need of flooring, wallpaper, paint, window coverings and furnishings as well as accessories. Dupuis Design took an eclectic approach to the design and selected pieces that were unique, dimensional to scale with color and personality. Keeping in mind the clients personality and style we truly created a one of a kind space with the Dupuis Design touch. photograpgy: Célia Foussé Styling: Crista Novak & Peggy Dupuis

Rather than relying on walls, this space uses furniture placement to define distinct functional zones while preserving an open, connected feel. A sectional and paired seating pieces establish a clear conversation area, anchoring the living space without interrupting sightlines or flow. By grouping furniture intentionally, each zone feels purposeful and intuitive, guiding movement through the room while avoiding visual clutter. This approach allows the layout to remain flexible and cohesive, supporting everyday use as well as social gatherings without sacrificing openness.

When clients begin considering a kitchen remodel, they're often thinking about more than new cabinetry or countertops. They're thinking about how they want to live in their home. For this project, the goal was to create a kitchen that felt more open, connected, and functional for everyday life. The original kitchen was relatively small and enclosed. A wall with a single doorway separated it from the formal dining room, while a half-wall divided it from the main living area. The space functioned well enough, but it didn't support the way the homeowners wanted to gather, entertain, and interact with family and guests. Rather than simply updating finishes, we took a comprehensive approach to reimagining the entire layout.

Brand new home in Irvine Great Park in need of flooring, wallpaper, paint, window coverings and furnishings as well as accessories. Dupuis Design took an eclectic approach to the design and selected pieces that were unique, dimensional to scale with color and personality. Keeping in mind the clients personality and style we truly created a one of a kind space with the Dupuis Design touch. photograpgy: Célia Foussé Styling: Crista Novak & Peggy Dupuis

The design intent for this graceful contemporary home was an approach toward minimalism, yet ensuring that the practical needs of day-to-day life could still be satisfied. Situated on a plateau atop a steep hill, the floor plan and glass walls beautifully incorporated the outdoor environment into the primary living spaces. The grounds were carpeted with sage and lavender. Project Architect: Lisa Wang. Wang Architecture Landscape Architect: Paul Leffingwell. Leffingwell and Associates Interior Design: Karen Goldberg. Studio G Design Structural Engineer: John Yadegar. JYASF Builder: Shahram Ghodsian. Trush Construction Company Photography: Jason Wells, Golden Gate Creative

When clients begin considering a kitchen remodel, they're often thinking about more than new cabinetry or countertops. They're thinking about how they want to live in their home. For this project, the goal was to create a kitchen that felt more open, connected, and functional for everyday life. The original kitchen was relatively small and enclosed. A wall with a single doorway separated it from the formal dining room, while a half-wall divided it from the main living area. The space functioned well enough, but it didn't support the way the homeowners wanted to gather, entertain, and interact with family and guests. Rather than simply updating finishes, we took a comprehensive approach to reimagining the entire layout.

When clients begin considering a kitchen remodel, they're often thinking about more than new cabinetry or countertops. They're thinking about how they want to live in their home. For this project, the goal was to create a kitchen that felt more open, connected, and functional for everyday life. The original kitchen was relatively small and enclosed. A wall with a single doorway separated it from the formal dining room, while a half-wall divided it from the main living area. The space functioned well enough, but it didn't support the way the homeowners wanted to gather, entertain, and interact with family and guests. Rather than simply updating finishes, we took a comprehensive approach to reimagining the entire layout.

Our inspiration for this home was an updated and refined approach to Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Prairie-style”; one that responds well to the harsh Central Texas heat. By DESIGN we achieved soft balanced and glare-free daylighting, comfortable temperatures via passive solar control measures, energy efficiency without reliance on maintenance-intensive Green “gizmos” and lower exterior maintenance. The client’s desire for a healthy, comfortable and fun home to raise a young family and to accommodate extended visitor stays, while being environmentally responsible through “high performance” building attributes, was met. Harmonious response to the site’s micro-climate, excellent Indoor Air Quality, enhanced natural ventilation strategies, and an elegant bug-free semi-outdoor “living room” that connects one to the outdoors are a few examples of the architect’s approach to Green by Design that results in a home that exceeds the expectations of its owners. Photo by Mark Adams Media

With family members spread across the globe, the patriarch of the family wanted to establish a home base that would give them all a chance to recreate, reconnect, and relax over what sometimes could be trips of a month or more. Their large parcel of land is not far from Yellowstone Park, and a trout stream and several ponds are just a few of the prevalent water features. The property encompasses the top of a mountain with a lookout tower, and down below, this approximately 7000 square foot home delivers a sense of intimacy. Each bedroom is a master suite, with fireplace, private balcony, and adjoining children’s room, to ensure all generations have the space they need. Our shared approach was to celebrate the romantic lodges of the past, leading us to choose small round logs like those used in Old Faithful Lodge, as one example. With plenty of space inside and out to decompress—but cozy, welcoming living areas as well—this lodge becomes the perfect family gathering place.

Photo: Margaret Wright Photography © 2017 Houzz
Example of an eclectic family room design in Charleston

Our inspiration for this home was an updated and refined approach to Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Prairie-style”; one that responds well to the harsh Central Texas heat. By DESIGN we achieved soft balanced and glare-free daylighting, comfortable temperatures via passive solar control measures, energy efficiency without reliance on maintenance-intensive Green “gizmos” and lower exterior maintenance. The client’s desire for a healthy, comfortable and fun home to raise a young family and to accommodate extended visitor stays, while being environmentally responsible through “high performance” building attributes, was met. Harmonious response to the site’s micro-climate, excellent Indoor Air Quality, enhanced natural ventilation strategies, and an elegant bug-free semi-outdoor “living room” that connects one to the outdoors are a few examples of the architect’s approach to Green by Design that results in a home that exceeds the expectations of its owners. Photo by Mark Adams Media

The addition of Upholstered Cornices with vertical striped fabric is an uncomplicated approach to introducing more color to this Family Room. We used straight upholstered cornices to genuinely showcase the colorful striped fabric. Below the cornices are custom pinch pleated sheers in Batiste fabrics to provide substantial sun protection, as well as privacy to the space. Further tying the room together, a custom area rug containing a subtle floral pattern naturally coordinates with the cornices’ striped fabric. Together, these features brighten the area creating a lovely warm inviting atmosphere.

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Robert Clark
Inspiration for a large timeless guest light wood floor bedroom remodel in Charlotte with blue walls and no fireplace

These East Siders previously described their front porch as a hazard. Formerly framed and sheathed with plywood and a completely tiled finish - the porch was cracking, moving, and rotting. A new baby was on the way so the old porch had to go! With a goal of keeping the yard comfortable and informal Moontower created a modern and slightly rustic two sided porch. Equally approachable for everyday use from the alley as well as for guests from the street, the porch was completely transformed and extended with a gravel landing 30" below the deck height. Despite the tile shell, the piers and framing were in good shape, so salvaging the core elements was an option. Rough sawn sawn cedar 4x material, steel tube and bar as well as cut and crushed limestone were used throughout. Working with the existing porch location and respecting tree locations provided site specific opportunities for a unique solution.