David Sibbitt

This property came with a house which proved ill-matched to our clients’ needs but which nestled neatly amid beautiful live oaks. In choosing to commission a new home, they asked that it also tuck under the limbs of the oaks and maintain a subdued presence to the street. Extraordinary efforts such as cantilevered floors and even bridging over critical root zones allow the design to be truly fitted to the site and to co-exist with the trees, the grandest of which is the focal point of the entry courtyard. Of equal importance to the trees and view was to provide, conversely, for walls to display 35 paintings and numerous books. From form to smallest detail, the house is quiet and subtle.

Tom Arban

Photos by Philippe Le Berre

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Bathroom accent wall with natural stone tiles

ASID Design Excellence First Place Residential – Whole House Under 2,500 SF: Michael Merrill Design Studio completely remodeled this Edwardian penthouse in a way that honored his client’s vision of having each room distinct from one another, ranging in styles from traditional to modern.

The powder room adds a bit of 'wow factor' with the custom designed cherry red laquered vanity. An LED light strip is recessed into the under side of the vanity to highlight the natural stone floor. The backsplash feature wall is a mosaic of various white and gray stones from Artistic Tile

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A frosted pocket door slips open to reveal a modern take on the master bathroom. His and her sinks and mirrors mean two can use the space to prepare in the mornings. White carrera marble countertops contrast with ebony stained cherry cabinetry and mooth Forza Stone marble shower walls compliment the split stone of the vanity backsplash. The room's collection of textures and sense of balance make for a striking modern portrait of a master bath. Jeff Garland Photography

Zbig Jedrus

This is the master bath, full of marble and sparkle. Carlos Vegara Photography