Living

Another view of styled family room complete with stone fireplace and wood mantel, medium wood custom built-ins, sofa and chairs, wood coffee table, black console table with white table lamps, traverse rod window treatments and exposed beams in Charlotte, NC.

Photographer: Tom Crane

Los Altos, CA.

Sparkling Views. Spacious Living. Soaring Windows. Welcome to this light-filled, special Mercer Island home.

Ceiling high stone fireplace topped by a bold oil on canvas by Miriam Schapiro. Photo: Kim Sargent

Spacecrafting

Mel Carll

Living room opens out to front deck. Scott Hargis Photography.

High atop a wooded dune, a quarter-mile-long steel boardwalk connects a lavish garage/loft to a 6,500-square-foot modern home with three distinct living spaces. The stunning copper-and-stone exterior complements the multiple balconies, Ipe decking and outdoor entertaining areas, which feature an elaborate grill and large swim spa. In the main structure, which uses radiant floor heat, the enchanting wine grotto has a large, climate-controlled wine cellar. There is also a sauna, elevator, and private master balcony with an outdoor fireplace.

Red walls, red light fixtures, dramatic but fun, doubles as a living room and music room, traditional house with eclectic furnishings, black and white photography of family over guitars, hanging guitars on walls to keep open space on floor, grand piano, custom #317 cocktail ottoman from the Christy Dillard Collection by Lorts, antique persian rug. Chris Little Photography

Our goal was to create an elegant current space that fit naturally into the architecture, utilizing tailored furniture and subtle tones and textures. We wanted to make the space feel lighter, open, and spacious both for entertaining and daily life. The fireplace received a face lift with a bright white paint job and a black honed slab hearth. We thoughtfully incorporated durable fabrics and materials as our client's home life includes dogs and children.

Incorporating bold colors and patterns, this project beautifully reflects our clients' dynamic personalities. Clean lines, modern elements, and abundant natural light enhance the home, resulting in a harmonious fusion of design and personality. The living room showcases a vibrant color palette, setting the stage for comfortable velvet seating. Thoughtfully curated decor pieces add personality while captivating artwork draws the eye. The modern fireplace not only offers warmth but also serves as a sleek focal point, infusing a touch of contemporary elegance into the space. --- Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/cedar-rapids-modern-home-renovation