Living room - transitional living room idea in Indianapolis

Example of a large minimalist master carpeted bedroom design in Los Angeles with white walls, a ribbon fireplace and a metal fireplace

Elegant formal medium tone wood floor living room photo in New York with gray walls and a standard fireplace

Inspiration for a large coastal backyard stone patio vegetable garden remodel in Boston with no cover

This client came to us with a very clear vision of what she wanted, but she needed help to refine and execute the design. At our first meeting she described her style as somewhere between modern rustic and ‘granny chic’ – she likes cozy spaces with nods to the past, but also wanted to blend that with the more contemporary tastes of her husband and children. Functionally, the old layout was less than ideal with an oddly placed 3-sided fireplace and angled island creating traffic jams in and around the kitchen. By creating a U-shaped layout, we clearly defined the chef’s domain and created a circulation path that limits disruptions in the heart of the kitchen. While still an open concept, the black cabinets, bar height counter and change in flooring all add definition to the space. The vintage inspired black and white tile is a nod to the past while the black stainless range and matte black faucet are unmistakably modern. High on our client’s wish list was eliminating upper cabinets and keeping the countertops clear. In order to achieve this, we needed to ensure there was ample room in the base cabinets and reconfigured pantry for items typically stored above. The full height tile backsplash evokes exposed brick and serves as the backdrop for the custom wood-clad hood and decorative brass sconces – a perfect blend of rustic, modern and chic. Black and brass elements are repeated throughout the main floor in new hardware, lighting, and open shelves as well as the owners’ curated collection of family heirlooms and furnishings. In addition to renovating the kitchen, we updated the entire first floor with refinished hardwoods, new paint, wainscoting, wallcovering and beautiful new stained wood doors. Our client had been dreaming and planning this kitchen for 17 years and we’re thrilled we were able to bring it to life.

Kitchen - modern kitchen idea in Orange County

Kitchen - modern kitchen idea in Orange County

Ed Ritger Photography
Transitional kitchen photo in San Francisco

Example of a large transitional l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and gray countertops

Mid-century modern living room photo in Montreal with gray walls

Ryan Day Thompson
Bedroom - contemporary open concept bedroom idea

Photo: Lisa Petrole
Inspiration for a huge contemporary concrete floor and gray floor front door remodel in San Francisco with a medium wood front door and black walls

Deck at dusk. Photo by Clark Dugger
Deck - mid-sized contemporary backyard deck idea in Los Angeles with no cover

Trendy dining room photo in Montreal

Inspiration for a timeless curved staircase remodel in New York with beige walls

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Bedroom - contemporary loft-style medium tone wood floor bedroom idea in New York with white walls

This is an example of a traditional porch design in Chicago with a roof extension.

I designed the spa master bath to provide a calming oasis by using a blend of marble tile, concrete counter tops, chrome, crystal and a refurbished antique claw foot tub.