The rustic exterior of the French Broad Craftsman home showcases natural stone, rich wood accents, and energy-efficient design, blending seamlessly with the surrounding mountain environment. A perfect balance of luxury and sustainability in this custom-built masterpiece.

The home’s façade features several contemporary accents that, combined, create an eye-catching grand entrance. I love to add an organic element to the exterior and the mahogany wood slats fulfill this component. They add a warmth that some contemporary homes are lacking. The experts at Four Seasons Outdoor Living completed my vision with their beautiful landscaping. Several patches of monkey grass line the large, rectangular concrete blocks that lead right up to the 8-foot high door. LBJ Construction brought my vision of a large, stunning doorway to life. The home originally had a standard 6’ 8” door. We removed the outdated window shutters for a more polished appearance. New windows and a brand new roof not only add to the curb appeal, but make for a much more energy efficient home in the heat of the Houston summer. I truly enjoyed working with these amazing professionals. This was an extremely fun project with a phenomenal outcome.

This was a home that had some deferred maintenance. The owner was wanting to sell it, but it had a leaky bay window, needed some siding repaired, and a fresh coat of paint. We where able to re-flash the window, used 12" Hardie siding to replace the damaged pieces and repainted the whole house.

Photography by Richard Mandelkorn
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This home is a distinctive find featuring custom touches complemented by a newly imagined open floor plan, ideal for seamless indoor and outdoor living. This gated, secure Mediterranean Modern home provides character with all the pluses of a new build. The home has been completely refreshed with a full interior, exterior and landscape remodel completed in 2021. Highlights include contemporary black iron doors, high vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and balconies attached to each bedroom, along with fireplaces in the living room, family room and master bedroom. The oversized master suite is a true escape with a custom walk-in closet and spa-like master bath with full vanity, and a free-standing soaking tub – all with top-of-the-line finishes. For wine enthusiasts, there is a custom 200 bottle wine cellar along with a wine fridge located in the kitchen. The chef’s kitchen boasts built in stainless Viking appliances plus a 9-burner Dacor stove top range. Custom cabinets and shelving throughout the home provide ample space for functional lifestyle storage. The engineered hardwood floors are durable and stylish, a perfect fit for the beach living. A soaring vaulted ceiling in the kitchen creates a serene environment, welcoming in the perfect amount of ambient sunlight. The newly designed backyard landscaping, hardscape, Viking grill area and outdoor lighting provide the finishing touches to this incredible sanctuary.

A major television network purchased a 1925 Craftsman-style bungalow in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to renovate into the prize for a televised giveaway. Studio Z reimagined the 900-square-foot house into a modern, livable home that could remain timeless as the homeowner’s lifestyle needs evolved. The end result, at approximately 1,500 square feet, feels more spacious than its size suggests. Contractor: Maven Development Photo: Emily Rose Imagery

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A stone and stucco exterior play against the dark roof and windows. A custom automated gate lends clean lines to the driveway. To frame beautiful landscape accents, an inset in the wall was cleverly added. Lighting showcases and welcomes.

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