Inspiration for a coastal deck remodel in DC Metro with decking

What our clients needed: • Create a garden folly that doubles as a well-built shed for crafts and storage. • Size the structure large enough for comfortable storage without dominating the garden. • Discreetly locate the shed in the far corner of the rear yard while maintaining existing trees. • Ensure that the structure is protected from the weather and carefully detailed to deter access of wildlife and rodents. FUNCTION • Construct the shed slab close to grade to permit easy access for bicycle storage, while building shed walls above grade to ensure against termites and dryrot. • Install a French door and operable casement windows to admit plenty of daylight and provide views to the garden. • Include rugged built-in work bench, shelves, bike racks and tool storage for a rustic well-organized and efficient space. • Incorporate GFIC electrical service for safe access to power at this distant corner of the yard. • Position energy-efficient interior lighting to ensure space can be used year-round. • Switch control of exterior light from house and from shed for ease of command. AESTHETICS • Design and detail the shed to coordinate with the Arts and Crafts style house. • Include an arbor for future flowering vines, further softening the shed’s garden presence. • Simple and rustic interior surfaces ensure that the space is easy to clean. • Create an aged and softly weathered appearance, and protect the exterior siding by finishing the cedar with a custom-colored semi-transparent stain. INNOVATIVE MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION • Factory-built components were pre-assembled to allow for a speedy assembly and for a shorter on-site construction schedule. • Each component was easily transported through the yard without disturbing garden features. • Decorative exterior trim frames the door and windows, while a simpler trim is used inside the unadorned shed. OBSTACLE OVERCOME • The structure is located in the corner of the yard to avoid disturbance of a curly willow tree. • The low-profile structure is positioned close to property lines while staying beneath the allowable daylight plane for structures. • To comply with daylight plane close to fence, the roof form combines hip and gable forms, with door located at gable end. • The height of the modest interior is maximized, without exceeding the allowable building height. CRAFTSMANSHIP • The concrete slab was precisely formed and finished for ease of shed assembly before the factory-built components were delivered to site. • Precision planning meant the pre-framed door fit exactly between raised concrete curb.

A 24" wide pullout waste drawer holds two cans (for garbage and recycling), a roll of paper towels, and a small drawer for dishtowels.
Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in New York

Example of a large trendy master white tile porcelain tile, white floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub design with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, a drop-in sink, quartzite countertops, a hinged shower door, multicolored countertops and a built-in vanity

This is the walk-in pantry next to the kitchen. It has its own water cooler and refrigerator.
Example of a huge transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and black floor kitchen pantry design in Indianapolis with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

Eat-in kitchen - large contemporary u-shaped marble floor, gray floor and wood ceiling eat-in kitchen idea in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, black backsplash, an island, solid surface countertops, stone tile backsplash and black appliances

Photography by Todd Crawford
Large farmhouse stone porch idea in Charlotte with a roof extension

Irvin Serrano
Large trendy brown one-story wood house exterior photo in Portland Maine

Transitional medium tone wood floor mudroom photo with white walls and a glass front door

Tommy Daspit Photography
Example of an eclectic gray floor bathroom design in Birmingham with dark wood cabinets, white walls and an undermount sink

This is a brand new Arthur Rutenberg Model Home. With over 3,400+ sqft of open living space, this Florida Living home is sure to delight! A spa like atmosphere will relax your mind in a space where you can truly unwind and recharge your batteries with the ones you love most. The open floor plan provides comfort to this elegant home, providing easy access for entertaining and storage.

Big Canyon Community, Newport Beach, California
Mid-sized beach style bathroom photo in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets and multicolored walls

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

URRUTIA DESIGN Photography by Matt Sartain
Inspiration for a large transitional bathroom remodel in San Francisco

Inspiration for a transitional living room remodel in Las Vegas

J Weiland
Example of a mid-sized mountain style brown two-story wood gable roof design

Holland Photography - Cory Holland
Example of a transitional gender-neutral light wood floor playroom design in Seattle with gray walls

Mid-sized eclectic master multicolored tile and mosaic tile concrete floor claw-foot bathtub photo in Madrid with a vessel sink, beige cabinets, wood countertops, multicolored walls and recessed-panel cabinets

Custom made farm house table is accented by industrial lighting and serves as formal dining with glass front cabinets showcasing antique china.
Kitchen/dining room combo - mid-sized farmhouse dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen/dining room combo idea with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances