Custom built counter for original art installation
Bathroom - large eclectic single-sink bathroom idea with blue cabinets, blue countertops and a built-in vanity

Inspiration for a craftsman staircase remodel in Ottawa

You are walking quietly through the tall grass next to a wide river, brown and fast moving from fresh floods. The hot sun setting slowly overhead. Just as the sun begins to touch the horizon, the whole sky is brushed in a rich orange hue. You emerge from the grass to be greeted by your first sight of African lions in their natural habitat and a Serengeti sunset that will stay with you for the rest of your life. This was the moment that began this project, inspiring the client to recreate that moment for their sport hunting trophy room in their home. The goal was to be able to recreate that experience as closely as possible, while also ensuring that every mount in the collection had the ideal amount and type of light directed at it. Nature exhibits an infinite amount of unique color and light environments. From rich color in every hue and temperature, to light of all different intensities and quality. In order to deliver the client’s expectations, we needed a solution that can reflect the diverse lighting environments the client was looking to recreate. Using a Ketra lighting system, controlled through a Lutron HomeWorks QS system, tied in seamlessly to an existing Lutron HomeWorks Illumination system, we were able to meet all of these challenges. Tying into the existing system meant that we could achieve these results in the space that the client was focused on without having to replace the whole system. In that focused space, creating dynamic lighting environments was central to several elements of the design, and Ketra’s color temperature settings enabled us to be extremely flexible while still providing high quality light in all circumstances. Using a large track system consisting of 30 S30 lamps, each individually addressed, we were able to create the ideal lighting settings for each mount. Additionally, we designed the system so that it can be set to match the unique warm standard Edison-style bulbs in the main chandelier, it can be set to a “Natural” mode that replicates the outdoor conditions throughout the day, or it can simulate the exact color temperature progression of that unforgettable Serengeti sunset. Control of the lighting environment and a smooth transition to the lighting systems in the rest of the home was also a priority. As a result, we installed 3 Lutron motorized shades in the space to account for ambient light, and 6 A20 lamps in an adjacent bar area to create a natural transition to the rest of the lighting system. This ensures that all of the lighting transitions, whether from the rest of the home to the trophy room or the trophy room to the outside, are continuous and smooth. The end result is an impressive and flexible display space with an added “wow factor” that is out of this hemisphere!

Transitional home design photo in San Diego

Interesting lighting detail with stone and glass.
Example of a trendy hallway design in San Diego

Home design - traditional home design idea in New York

J. Alicia Jackson
Example of a trendy home design design in Atlanta

Example of a transitional home design design in New York

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Elegant home design photo in Houston

Family room - mid-sized contemporary open concept dark wood floor and brown floor family room idea in Sacramento with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv

Another kitchen completed for our client in Issaquah! Yay! This rich, and sophisticated custom blue kitchen with a touch of gold. Modern meets classic design! We’re very happy how it turned out. Client loved it, too! New kitchen cabinetry, light fixtures, island. It looks divine with stainless steel appliances – the finish echoes that homey feel. #anothersatisfiedclient

Kitchen - modern kitchen idea in Vancouver

Inga Semionov
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional front yard driveway in Montreal for fall.

Example of a transitional home design design in Los Angeles

20th century Louis XV style carved French armoire painted antique white This beautiful display armoire has a single door with glass to display your collections. The side panels have the original beveled mirror. 4 adjustable wood shelves inside. This armoire breaks down into several pieces making it easy to move from room to room. The original working locking key for the center door. The door opens and closes with ease. The color is an antique white, with subtle distressed edges, and finished with an antique glazed patina. This armoire is solid and sturdy when assembled, with original bolts. Measures: 21.75" D x 66.5" W x 104" H.