Low masonry retaining wall separates the yard, and allows for a layering of heights and containment of faster growing species. The rock retains heat, creating micro-zones that can help temperature sensitive flowers through our capricious Colorado springtime!

The ground floor hall leading to the living room and kitchen of this craftsman home.

This small basement remodel includes both an entertainment space as well as a workout space. To keep things tidy, additional storage was designed to include a custom-built day bed or seating area.

The front porch of the existing house remained. It made a good proportional guide for expanding the 2nd floor. The master bathroom bumps out to the side. And, hand sawn wood brackets hold up the traditional flying-rafter eaves. Max Sall Photography

Craftsman Design & Renovation, LLC, Portland, Oregon, 2019 NARI CotY Award-Winning Residential Kitchen $100,001 to $150,000

Fantastic semi-custom 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath traditional home in popular N Main area of town. Awesome floorplan - open and modern! Large living room with coffered accent wall and built-in cabinets that flank the fireplace. Gorgeous kitchen with custom granite countertops, stainless gas appliances, island, breakfast bar, and walk in pantry with an awesome barn door. Off the spacious dining room you'll find the private covered porch that could be another living space. Master suite on main level with double vanities, custom shower and separate water closet. Large walk in closet is perfectly placed beside the walk in laundry room. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms and a den, perfect for family or guests. All this and a 2 car garage!

Enjoy Entertaining? Consider adding a bar to your basement and other entertainment spaces. The black farmhouse sink is a unique addition to this bar! Meyer Design

Expansive Bar Top in Pecan Live Edge Book Matched created for a Upscale Bar in Down Town Austin

Michele Lee Wilson

Troy Theis