Enlarged Family Room and added new fireplace. View looking back toward open kitchen Lydia Cutter Photography

Restoring delight to a mid-century modern for avid art collectors. This home was once state-of-the-art, but had strayed from its original design aesthetic over the course of several updates and poorly planned additions. The owners wanted to restore a sense of spatial harmony as well as create a backdrop to showcase an extensive art collection. Gutting the home allowed us to structure a flowing, open floor plan and add several extensions, including an expanded kitchen, complemented by an informal dining and play space for grandchildren. To create a visual and actual connection between indoor and outdoor living areas, we installed floor-to-ceiling picture windows and nearly invisible doors. To complete the cohesive remodel, the house was updated with all new appliances, cabinetry, hardware and unique modern elements – including a family room with quartered, figured walnut wall panels and a front door that hinges to allow a 180–degree operating radius. And, finally, each magnificent art piece was given its own, perfect setting. Aesthetic and functional cohesion was so successful that this sleek and stunning home was featured in a Trends article.

Photos by Brian VanderBrink

An open, simple dining room with chevron rug, mademoiselle chairs, and unique chandelier.

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Contemporary second floor den Photo by Stephani Buchman

Our French Country is a traditional fireplace surrounded by timeless appeal. It is one of our most sought-after designs that easily match any interior with its classic details and elegant presence. This fireplace mantel creates a stunning focal point for great rooms or smaller living spaces if using one of the more compact sizes. Colors : -Haze -Charcoal -London Fog -Chalk -Moonlight -Portobello -Chocolate -Mist Finishes: -Simply White -Cloud White -Ice White

photo: Sarah Greenman © 2012 Houzz

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Milton Lam Architects

A new home office detailed in quarter sawn oak millwork.

Contemporary master bedroom. Maple veneer plywood walls, magnificent views., Rob Karosis Photography www.robkarosis.com

the kitchen The kitchen is on the threshold between the inside and outside, the most exciting part of the house. The folding doors and windows were carefully detailed to fold back and dissolve the barrier between inside and outside.

A Library, Office and Personal space in the Master Bedroom Suite. Photographer: Erhard Pfeiffer

As part of the Walnut Farm project, Northworks was commissioned to convert an existing 19th century barn into a fully-conditioned home. Working closely with the local contractor and a barn restoration consultant, Northworks conducted a thorough investigation of the existing structure. The resulting design is intended to preserve the character of the original barn while taking advantage of its spacious interior volumes and natural materials.