A fresh take on a time-tested favorite can be risky, but the Carlton Shores design is an example of a risk worth taking. This sprawling cottage harkens back to the Arts & Crafts revival, while still managing to exude contemporary appeal. The home sits on the property like a great hunting lodge with its use of exposed wood trim and brackets. A striking array of windows gives the exterior an inviting look, as if to defy the elements and welcome nature right in. Simplicity rules the interior of the home, leaving the dramatic decorating to the outside views. A creative use of natural materials, such as wood and marble, compliment the flora-and-fauna focus of the home’s aesthetic. Every wall is dominated by glass. Windows of every shape and size allow residents to take in their surroundings, while creating a spacious, open atmosphere. The curving wooden staircase with its high ceilings gives the impression you are climbing into the trees. A soaring two-story vaulted ceiling covers the indoor pool area, which includes a kitchenette and sitting room. Glass doors open out to a vanishing pool and sundeck. All of this has been designed with the stunning lake vistas in mind. A beautiful deck and boardwalk lead from the house down to the shore, giving homeowners beach access.

This bedroom was furnished to showcase the homeowners extensive art collection. We used rustic furnishings with strong doses of color to contrast the white walls. Photos by Erika Bierman www.erikabiermanphotography.com

Office space under the stairs.
Photo of a small contemporary home office in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

Photos Courtesy of Sharon Risedorph
Contemporary living room in San Francisco with a tile fireplace surround.

Photo of a country home office in Seattle.

Country home office in Seattle.

Country home office in Seattle.

Inspiration for a traditional home office in Seattle.

This is an example of a beach style home office in Seattle.

Country home office in Seattle.

Photo of a traditional home office in Seattle.

Photo of a country home office in Seattle.

Photo of a country home office in Seattle.

This is an example of a small contemporary open concept living room in San Diego with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Gorgeous master bathroom with two vanities wih single sinks, and pendant lights
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, beige walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Photography by Keith Scott Morton From grand estates, to exquisite country homes, to whole house renovations, the quality and attention to detail of a "Significant Homes" custom home is immediately apparent. Full time on-site supervision, a dedicated office staff and hand picked professional craftsmen are the team that take you from groundbreaking to occupancy. Every "Significant Homes" project represents 45 years of luxury homebuilding experience, and a commitment to quality widely recognized by architects, the press and, most of all....thoroughly satisfied homeowners. Our projects have been published in Architectural Digest 6 times along with many other publications and books. Though the lion share of our work has been in Fairfield and Westchester counties, we have built homes in Palm Beach, Aspen, Maine, Nantucket and Long Island.

What is nighttime look like? Lights, moon, busy plane, buildings, tree branches and even you, who’s trying to see through the night compose the scene. The elegant lady and the red sky give the whole art vibrancy that it would look great in any room of your house. The inquisitive feelings that this piece of art can evoke will help inspire creativity, making this a great choice to hang in your office or other work space where you might need some quick inspiration from a thought-provoking piece. Features: -Original design -Gallery quality cotton canvas and solid wood frame -Made in USA -Gallery wrapped canvas art -Sawtooth hangers installed -Wipe with damp cloth

This rustic modern home was purchased by an art collector that needed plenty of white wall space to hang his collection. The furnishings were kept neutral to allow the art to pop and warm wood tones were selected to keep the house from becoming cold and sterile. Published in Modern In Denver | The Art of Living. Daniel O'Connor Photography

In 2014, we were approached by a couple to achieve a dream space within their existing home. They wanted to expand their existing bar, wine, and cigar storage into a new one-of-a-kind room. Proud of their Italian heritage, they also wanted to bring an “old-world” feel into this project to be reminded of the unique character they experienced in Italian cellars. The dramatic tone of the space revolves around the signature piece of the project; a custom milled stone spiral stair that provides access from the first floor to the entry of the room. This stair tower features stone walls, custom iron handrails and spindles, and dry-laid milled stone treads and riser blocks. Once down the staircase, the entry to the cellar is through a French door assembly. The interior of the room is clad with stone veneer on the walls and a brick barrel vault ceiling. The natural stone and brick color bring in the cellar feel the client was looking for, while the rustic alder beams, flooring, and cabinetry help provide warmth. The entry door sequence is repeated along both walls in the room to provide rhythm in each ceiling barrel vault. These French doors also act as wine and cigar storage. To allow for ample cigar storage, a fully custom walk-in humidor was designed opposite the entry doors. The room is controlled by a fully concealed, state-of-the-art HVAC smoke eater system that allows for cigar enjoyment without any odor.