As with most properties in coastal San Diego this parcel of land was expensive and this client wanted to maximize their return on investment. We did this by filling every little corner of the allowable building area (width, depth, AND height). We designed a new two-story home that includes three bedrooms, three bathrooms, one office/ bedroom, an open concept kitchen/ dining/ living area, and my favorite part, a huge outdoor covered deck.

Oak panelling and mirror creates a contemporary and spacious feel to a small cloakroom space. The glass shelves are illuminated to uplight the objects on display. The polished limestone floor has a contrast border. Photo Credit: David Churchill

Small guest bath, mirror inset between top & bottom tile over vanity wall. same tile continues in the shower as accent rows. multi color accent tile ties in the existing beige travertine flooring with new gray countertop.

Joan Pahoyo Photography

Custom Surface Solutions (www.css-tile.com) - Owner Craig Thompson (512) 430-1215. This project shows a complete remodel with before and after pictures including tub-to-shower conversion using DalTile L191 Chenille White Limestone with Arabesque mosaic, 4" x 12" plank herringbone floor, 8" x 22" plank wall tile. screen random mosaic shower ceiling and flat pebble shower floor. Kohler Kohler Poplin 36" Vanity Cabinet in Felt Grey quartz top and Kohler Purist Vibrant Bronze vanity and shower plumbing fixtures. Feiss Arabesque Silver Leaf Pendant Light and Hudson Valley Lighting Wylie wall sconces. Pottery Barn – Astor Beveled Mirror.

Scott Amundson

This beautiful traditional home remodel by our Lafayette studio exemplifies timeless elegance. The kitchen backsplash adds a touch of modern flair to the classic design. The relaxing bathroom feels like a sanctuary, with high-end finishes creating a spa-like atmosphere. The home bar is perfect for entertaining, and the stunning fireplace is the focal point of the cozy living area. Overall, this remodel seamlessly blends traditional and modern elements to create a warm and inviting space. --- Project by Douglah Designs. Their Lafayette-based design-build studio serves San Francisco's East Bay areas, including Orinda, Moraga, Walnut Creek, Danville, Alamo Oaks, Diablo, Dublin, Pleasanton, Berkeley, Oakland, and Piedmont. For more about Douglah Designs, click here: http://douglahdesigns.com/

Beautiful Zen Bathroom inspired by Japanese Wabi Sabi principles. This bathroom remodel includes a custom milled floating Koa bathroom vanity with two drawers. Stunning 12 x 24 tiles from Walker Zanger cover the walls floor to ceiling. The floor is completely waterproofed and covered with Basalt stepping stones surrounded by river rock. The bathroom is completed with a Stone Forest vessel sink and Grohe plumbing fixtures. The recessed shelf has recessed lighting that runs from the vanity into the shower area. Photo by Shannon Demma

Architect: Domain Design Architects Photography: Joe Belcovson Photography

Fun guest bathroom with custom designed tile from Fireclay, concrete sink and cypress wood floating vanity

Bold, contemporary bathroom with chevron flooring in black and white.

Built in 1998, the 2,800 sq ft house was lacking the charm and amenities that the location justified. The idea was to give it a "Hawaiiana" plantation feel. Exterior renovations include staining the tile roof and exposing the rafters by removing the stucco soffits and adding brackets. Smooth stucco combined with wood siding, expanded rear Lanais, a sweeping spiral staircase, detailed columns, balustrade, all new doors, windows and shutters help achieve the desired effect. On the pool level, reclaiming crawl space added 317 sq ft. for an additional bedroom suite, and a new pool bathroom was added. On the main level vaulted ceilings opened up the great room, kitchen, and master suite. Two small bedrooms were combined into a fourth suite and an office was added. Traditional built-in cabinetry and moldings complete the look.

Bathroom remodel with decorative shaker style, flat panel maple vanity cabinet, painted with custom color, Benjamin Moore Ocean City Blue, and polished nickel cabinet hardware. Quartz countertop - MSI Monaco, floor to ceiling ceramic wall tile, custom shower with frameless glass panels and hinged doors, limestone hexagon floor tile, heated floors, Brizo brushed nickel plumbing fixtures, and a Toto toilet.

Custom Surface Solutions (www.css-tile.com) - Owner Craig Thompson (512) 430-1215. This project shows a complete remodel with before and after pictures including tub-to-shower conversion using DalTile L191 Chenille White Limestone with Arabesque mosaic, 4" x 12" plank herringbone floor, 8" x 22" plank wall tile. screen random mosaic shower ceiling and flat pebble shower floor. Kohler Kohler Poplin 36" Vanity Cabinet in Felt Grey quartz top and Kohler Purist Vibrant Bronze vanity and shower plumbing fixtures. Feiss Arabesque Silver Leaf Pendant Light and Hudson Valley Lighting Wylie wall sconces. Pottery Barn – Astor Beveled Mirror.