Bluestone terrace and garden space.
This is an example of a traditional backyard shaded garden in New York with natural stone pavers.

Victorian Chelsea powder coated in Olive Leaf
Traditional partial sun garden in Other with a wood fence.

This is an example of a traditional shaded garden in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Soft colourful plantings along the pathway, seasonal interest begins in early spring and the planting is still colourful in late summer. Less than a year old the planting was installed last October 2019 and now in August, it looks like it has always been there.

This 1902 San Antonio home was beautiful both inside and out, except for the kitchen, which was dark and dated. The original kitchen layout consisted of a breakfast room and a small kitchen separated by a wall. There was also a very small screened in porch off of the kitchen. The homeowners dreamed of a light and bright new kitchen and that would accommodate a 48" gas range, built in refrigerator, an island and a walk in pantry. At first, it seemed almost impossible, but with a little imagination, we were able to give them every item on their wish list. We took down the wall separating the breakfast and kitchen areas, recessed the new Subzero refrigerator under the stairs, and turned the tiny screened porch into a walk in pantry with a gorgeous blue and white tile floor. The french doors in the breakfast area were replaced with a single transom door to mirror the door to the pantry. The new transoms make quite a statement on either side of the 48" Wolf range set against a marble tile wall. A lovely banquette area was created where the old breakfast table once was and is now graced by a lovely beaded chandelier. Pillows in shades of blue and white and a custom walnut table complete the cozy nook. The soapstone island with a walnut butcher block seating area adds warmth and character to the space. The navy barstools with chrome nailhead trim echo the design of the transoms and repeat the navy and chrome detailing on the custom range hood. A 42" Shaws farmhouse sink completes the kitchen work triangle. Off of the kitchen, the small hallway to the dining room got a facelift, as well. We added a decorative china cabinet and mirrored doors to the homeowner's storage closet to provide light and character to the passageway. After the project was completed, the homeowners told us that "this kitchen was the one that our historic house was always meant to have." There is no greater reward for what we do than that.

Master Bathroom Tim Lee Photography
Photo of a large traditional master bathroom in New York with marble benchtops, white cabinets, white tile, glass tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, white floor, white benchtops and recessed-panel cabinets.

WHOLE HOUSE RENOVATION AND ADDITION Built in the 1940s, this cottage had an incredible amount of character and personality but was not conducive to the way we live today. The rooms were small and did not flow well into one another. The renovation of this house required opening up several rooms and adding square footage to the back of the home, all the while, keeping the curb appeal of a small cottage. Photographs by jeanallsopp.com

This is an example of a traditional formal garden in Orange County with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Wall of windows over kitchen sink. Casement windows allow easy opening. Photo by David Berlekamp
Large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Cleveland with shaker cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops and white benchtop.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Other with medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops and raised-panel cabinets.

Design ideas for a large traditional backyard rectangular natural pool in New York with tile.

Jeffrey Jakucyk: Photographer
Photo of a large traditional backyard deck in Cincinnati with a roof extension.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional front yard full sun formal garden in Boston with brick pavers.

Outdoor living room designed by Sue Oda Landscape Architect. Photo: ilumus photography & marketing Model: The Mighty Mighty Mellow, Milo McPhee, Esq.

Built by Sanford Custom Builders and custom designed by Jan Gleysteen Architects, this classical shingle and stone home offers finely crafted architectural details throughout. The home is situated on a gentle knoll and is approached by a circular receiving court. Amenities include 5 en-suite bedrooms including a master bedroom with adjoining luxurious spa bath, walk up office suite with additional bath, media/movie theater room, step-down mahogany family room, first floor office with wood paneling and barrel vaulted ceilings. On the lower level there is a gym, wet bar and billiard room.

Traditional home design in Jacksonville.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun formal garden for spring in Boston with mulch and with flowerbed.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard garden in Other with natural stone pavers.

This is an example of a traditional full sun garden in Minneapolis with a garden path and brick pavers.