Rob Karosis Photography

Traditional style master bedroom with upholstered bed and soothing color palette.

With this Cayuga Lake home you are sure to have something to do all day long, all year-round...don't take my word for it -- come check it out Down the long, stone private drive, nestled on a breathtaking hillside, awaits a custom built home -- a vision where love and quality craftsmanship go hand-in-hand Outstanding Cayuga Lake views can be enjoyed throughout most of the home, patios, and deck. The lush perennials frame around the home as if it was an illustration in a classic storybook. This home has a touch of elegance, yet the comforts of home. The new hardwood floors are stunning -- extending throughout most of the main level. A set of French doors welcome you to your place setting in the spacious formal dining room -- a "fine dining" ambiance is instantly created and includes a view into the flourishing garden through the wall of windows. The family room is impeccable with floor to ceiling windows, and French doors that open to the front patio/outdoor screened-in room. A panoramic lake view that extends inside to out. The cozy fireplace will fill the room with warmth, and create a peaceful environment. The eat-in kitchen is a chef’s dream come true with a Viking sub-zero refrigerator, six-burner gas range, Brookhaven cabinets, complimented with granite countertops, a center island with seating for two, and over the counter lake views. For ease of entertaining, there is a dining area centrally located between the kitchen and living room -- and includes an easy access point to the side patio. The dining area has a tray ceiling that illuminates above -- a decadent addition. The living room continues the theme of the wall of windows AND an additional wood burning fireplace. The hallway is a work of art -- quite literally -- the design was inspired by the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. The upper level includes 3 large bedrooms with large closets, a home office, hallway full bathroom (with a separate shower room) and a laundry chute. The master suite is magnificent -- definitely, a room that you wouldn't mind waking up in every morning! The dramatic cathedral ceiling is enhanced by the wall of windows and lake views. Completing this master suite you get a private balcony, TWO walk-in closets (that are the size of small rooms), and an en-suite that includes his & hers granite topped vanities and a tile steam shower with built-in bench. Down to the newly repainted, generously sized finished walkout lower level, you have a media room, bedroom, full bathroom, and large storage/utility room. The French doors open to the back deck where you can find the hot tub, and sturdy steps that lead to the deep water dock and Cayuga Lake! Outbuilding can conveniently hold your outdoor tools and toys. The 9.87 acres allows you room to build a garage This home will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests!

The Parkgate was designed from the inside out to give homage to the past. It has a welcoming wraparound front porch and, much like its ancestors, a surprising grandeur from floor to floor. The stair opens to a spectacular window with flanking bookcases, making the family space as special as the public areas of the home. The formal living room is separated from the family space, yet reconnected with a unique screened porch ideal for entertaining. The large kitchen, with its built-in curved booth and large dining area to the front of the home, is also ideal for entertaining. The back hall entry is perfect for a large family, with big closets, locker areas, laundry home management room, bath and back stair. The home has a large master suite and two children's rooms on the second floor, with an uncommon third floor boasting two more wonderful bedrooms. The lower level is every family’s dream, boasting a large game room, guest suite, family room and gymnasium with 14-foot ceiling. The main stair is split to give further separation between formal and informal living. The kitchen dining area flanks the foyer, giving it a more traditional feel. Upon entering the home, visitors can see the welcoming kitchen beyond. Photographer: David Bixel Builder: DeHann Homes

My clients collection of quilts was put to great use in the guest bedrooms. This room is nicknamed the "Green Garden" room with twin antique beds, artglass lighting, and a shaker style chest. Photo Credit: Robert Thien

Bedrooms by Empire Restoration and Consulting

Julien Fernandez

This award-winning Craftsman style Master bedroom was awarded second place, Whole Room Integration, at the 2008 International Window Coverings Expo design Competition. It included my tweaking the client's plans for a bed custom made by a member of the New Roycrofter's Guild, to ensure the headboard was visible above the rows of pillows designed for reading in bed. An outline quilted bedspread in an embroidered botanical silk from Kravet and custom pillow in a coordinating botanical fabric completes the bed. A warm green from Benjamin Moore complements the oak finish. And an original custom window treatment inspired by the furniture designs of Harvey Ellis completes the ensemble. Nightstands are from Stickley's Mission collection, in Centennial finish.

View from Master Bedroom to Master Bathroom

A unique art nouveau style fireplace fits the scale of this cozy master bedroom. Seating in the bay window at the end of the bed provides a comfortable area to sit and read. David Dietrich Photographer

2019 -- Complete re-design and re-build of this 1,600 square foot home including a brand new 600 square foot Guest House located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA.

Janie Barber

contractor: Stirling Group, Charlotte, NC architect: Studio H Design, Charlotte, NC photography: Sterling E. Stevens Design Photo, Raleigh, NC engineering: Intelligent Design Engineering, Charlotte, NC

Master Bedroom; Photo Credit: Home Visit Photography

The spacing of the windows was just shy of fitting the California king bed we wanted in the Master Bedroom, so we had Rowe Station Woodworks in New Gloucester build a custom pallet headboard and frame to perfectly fit the space. We hired the incredible owners of My Sister's Garage in Windham to decorate the space with some fun vintage and re-purposed salvage elements for an awesome mix of old and new. Floors: Castle Combe Hardwood in Corsham Windows: Anderson 400 series with pine casings stained in minwax jacobean Paint Color: Salisbury Green by Benjamin Moore Trim: White Dove by Benjamin Moore Window Shades: Hunter Douglass