The frosted glazing to the left was installed to screen the view from the front of the house into the space, while creating additional space for display. A relatively contained project scope to highlight and display artworks cherished by this client. We highlighted the best parts of the space that already existed - the full-height glass expanse that opened onto the very generous and wonderfully landscaped back garden - and focused on it, while making subtle adjustments to accommodate the program.

@ Wade Griffith 2013
Inspiration for a contemporary hallway in Dallas with white walls.

Traditional hallway in Newark with white walls.

The barn door separating the playroom from the great room is painted with chalkboard paint to create an inspirational canvas for kids and adults.
Design ideas for a contemporary hallway in Orange County with concrete floors, white walls and grey floor.

Photography: Paul Gates
Photo of a contemporary hallway in Other with white walls and dark hardwood floors.

The interior has level-5 drywall finishing and details including recessed, flush baseboard.
This is an example of a modern hallway in San Diego with white walls and dark hardwood floors.

Alex Kotlik Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary hallway in New York with white walls and medium hardwood floors.

Like us on facebook at www.facebook.com/centresky Designed as a prominent display of Architecture, Elk Ridge Lodge stands firmly upon a ridge high atop the Spanish Peaks Club in Big Sky, Montana. Designed around a number of principles; sense of presence, quality of detail, and durability, the monumental home serves as a Montana Legacy home for the family. Throughout the design process, the height of the home to its relationship on the ridge it sits, was recognized the as one of the design challenges. Techniques such as terracing roof lines, stretching horizontal stone patios out and strategically placed landscaping; all were used to help tuck the mass into its setting. Earthy colored and rustic exterior materials were chosen to offer a western lodge like architectural aesthetic. Dry stack parkitecture stone bases that gradually decrease in scale as they rise up portray a firm foundation for the home to sit on. Historic wood planking with sanded chink joints, horizontal siding with exposed vertical studs on the exterior, and metal accents comprise the remainder of the structures skin. Wood timbers, outriggers and cedar logs work together to create diversity and focal points throughout the exterior elevations. Windows and doors were discussed in depth about type, species and texture and ultimately all wood, wire brushed cedar windows were the final selection to enhance the "elegant ranch" feel. A number of exterior decks and patios increase the connectivity of the interior to the exterior and take full advantage of the views that virtually surround this home. Upon entering the home you are encased by massive stone piers and angled cedar columns on either side that support an overhead rail bridge spanning the width of the great room, all framing the spectacular view to the Spanish Peaks Mountain Range in the distance. The layout of the home is an open concept with the Kitchen, Great Room, Den, and key circulation paths, as well as certain elements of the upper level open to the spaces below. The kitchen was designed to serve as an extension of the great room, constantly connecting users of both spaces, while the Dining room is still adjacent, it was preferred as a more dedicated space for more formal family meals. There are numerous detailed elements throughout the interior of the home such as the "rail" bridge ornamented with heavy peened black steel, wire brushed wood to match the windows and doors, and cannon ball newel post caps. Crossing the bridge offers a unique perspective of the Great Room with the massive cedar log columns, the truss work overhead bound by steel straps, and the large windows facing towards the Spanish Peaks. As you experience the spaces you will recognize massive timbers crowning the ceilings with wood planking or plaster between, Roman groin vaults, massive stones and fireboxes creating distinct center pieces for certain rooms, and clerestory windows that aid with natural lighting and create exciting movement throughout the space with light and shadow.

Design ideas for a tropical hallway in Hawaii with white walls and medium hardwood floors.

Inspiration for a mid-sized hallway in Santa Barbara with dark hardwood floors, white walls and brown floor.

Transitional hallway in Denver with white walls and dark hardwood floors.

photo by Emerick Architects
This is an example of a traditional hallway in Portland with white walls, medium hardwood floors and orange floor.

Work continues on our Gothic manse in Toronto...
Traditional hallway in Toronto with white walls and dark hardwood floors.

Shannon Malone © 2012 Houzz
Photo of a traditional hallway in Santa Barbara with white walls and carpet.

Contemporary hallway in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors and yellow floor.

Completed in 2009, the Urban Executives development presented a unique challenge to us at Fifth Element Homes: how to build five unique homes, for five unique families, while creating the cohesive feel of a neighbourhood.

A recently completed John Kraemer & Sons home in Credit River Township, MN. Photography: Landmark Photography and VHT Studios.
This is an example of a traditional hallway in Minneapolis with white walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

The master bedroom has custom teak casework and a sliding door. The vanity in the background is completely supported from wall to wall, and never touches the floor

The second story of this form-meets-function beach house acts as a sleeping nook and family room, inspired by the concept of a breath of fresh air. Behind the white flowing curtains are built in beds each adorned with a nautical reading light and built-in hideaway niches. The space is light and airy with painted gray floors, all white walls, old rustic beams and headers, wood paneling, tongue and groove ceilings, dormers, vintage rattan furniture, mid-century painted pieces, and a cool hangout spot for the kids. Wall Color: Super White - Benjamin Moore Floors: Painted 2.5" porch-grade, tongue-in-groove wood. Floor Color: Sterling 1591 - Benjamin Moore