This photo was taken at DJK Custom Homes new Parker IV Eco-Smart model home in Stewart Ridge of Plainfield, Illinois.

Jake Steward

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Cipher Imaging

The lower level was designed with retreat in mind. A unique bamboo ceiling overhead gives this level a cozy feel.

Contemporary monochromatic recreation room with a pop of green! Nat Caron Photography

Marty Paoletta, ProMedia Tours

Landmark Photography - Jim Krueger

In this basement with 9'0" ceilings (achieved by digging down during this whole-house remodel), the owners have a home bar and a truly incredible custom lego storage system. The craftsmanship here is careful and painstaking: look how the wooden bar counter flows into the stair tread. Look how the built-in storage perfectly houses each individual lego bin. The ceiling-mounted projector points at a drop down tv screen on the opposite wall. Architectural design by Board & Vellum. Photo by John G. Wilbanks.

A comfortable and contemporary family room that accommodates a family's two active teenagers and their friends as well as intimate adult gatherings. Fireplace flanked by natural grass cloth wallpaper warms the space and invites friends to open the sleek sleeper sofa and spend the night. Stephani Buchman Photography www.stephanibuchmanphotgraphy.com

Overall view with wood paneling and Corrugated perforated metal ceiling photo by Jeffrey Edward Tryon

This beautiful home in Brandon recently completed the basement. The husband loves to golf, hence they put a golf simulator in the basement, two bedrooms, guest bathroom and an awesome wet bar with walk-in wine cellar. Our design team helped this homeowner select Cambria Roxwell quartz countertops for the wet bar and Cambria Swanbridge for the guest bathroom vanity. Even the stainless steel pegs that hold the wine bottles and LED changing lights in the wine cellar we provided.

The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography

Custom 9 ft. Bookcases with hidden entrance

Jeff Beck Photography

Luxury of cheerful space for crafts, artwork, and glitter art as well as sewing and gift wrapping. Cabinetry by Rutt Regency. Photo by Stacy Zarin-Goldberg