Ken Wyner Photography

Rikki Snyder

After photo of shower. Removal of the bench/shelf resulted in a net gain of 8" in the shower making if feel more open and less confined. The clear 3/8" glass enclosure using little metal added the feeling of more depth and expanse to the space. Where necessary bronze metal was used to match the bronze fixtures. Photo by: Chiemi Photography

Hood House is a playful protector that respects the heritage character of Carlton North whilst celebrating purposeful change. It is a luxurious yet compact and hyper-functional home defined by an exploration of contrast: it is ornamental and restrained, subdued and lively, stately and casual, compartmental and open. For us, it is also a project with an unusual history. This dual-natured renovation evolved through the ownership of two separate clients. Originally intended to accommodate the needs of a young family of four, we shifted gears at the eleventh hour and adapted a thoroughly resolved design solution to the needs of only two. From a young, nuclear family to a blended adult one, our design solution was put to a test of flexibility. The result is a subtle renovation almost invisible from the street yet dramatic in its expressive qualities. An oblique view from the northwest reveals the playful zigzag of the new roof, the rippling metal hood. This is a form-making exercise that connects old to new as well as establishing spatial drama in what might otherwise have been utilitarian rooms upstairs. A simple palette of Australian hardwood timbers and white surfaces are complimented by tactile splashes of brass and rich moments of colour that reveal themselves from behind closed doors. Our internal joke is that Hood House is like Lazarus, risen from the ashes. We’re grateful that almost six years of hard work have culminated in this beautiful, protective and playful house, and so pleased that Glenda and Alistair get to call it home.

Floors tiled in 'Lombardo' hexagon mosaic honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Shower wall tiled in 'Lombardo' large format honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Brassware is by Gessi in the finish 706 (Blackened Chrome) | Bronze mirror feature wall comprised of 3 bevelled panels | Custom vanity unit and cabinetry made by Luxe Projects London | Stone sink fabricated by AC Stone & Ceramic out of Oribico marble

Our clients decided to take their childhood home down to the studs and rebuild into a contemporary three-story home filled with natural light. We were struck by the architecture of the home and eagerly agreed to provide interior design services for their kitchen, three bathrooms, and general finishes throughout. The home is bright and modern with a very controlled color palette, clean lines, warm wood tones, and variegated tiles.

Treetown

This remodel began as a powder bathroom and hall bathroom project, giving the powder bath a beautiful shaker style wainscoting and completely remodeling the second-floor hall bath. The second-floor hall bathroom features a mosaic tile accent, subway tile used for the entire shower, brushed nickel finishes, and a beautiful dark grey stained vanity with a quartz countertop. Once the powder bath and hall bathroom was complete, the homeowner decided to immediately pursue the master bathroom, creating a stunning, relaxing space. The master bathroom received the same styled wainscotting as the powder bath, as well as a free-standing tub, oil-rubbed bronze finishes, and porcelain tile flooring.

Cabinetry: Starmark Style: Bridgeport w/ Five Piece Drawers Finish: (Kitchen) Maple – Peppercorn; (Main Bath) Maple - Mocha Countertop: Cutting Edge – (Kitchen) Mascavo Quartzite; (Main Bath) Silver Beach Granite Sinks: (Kitchen) Blanco Valea in Metallic Gray; (Bath) Ceramic Under-mount Rectangle in White Faucet/Plumbing: (Kitchen) Customers Own; (Main Bath) Delta Ashlyn in Chrome Tub: American Standard – Studio Bathing Pool Toilet: American Standard – Cadet Pro Hardware: Hardware Resources – Annadale in Brushed Pewter/Satin Nickel Kitchen Backsplash: Virginia Tile – Debut 2” x 6” in Dew; Delorean Grout Kitchen Floor: (Customer’s Own) Bath Tile: (Floor) Genesee Tile – Matrix Taupe 12”x24” w/ matching bullnose; (Shower Wall) Genesee Tile – Simply Modern in Simply Tan; (Shower Accent/Niche/Backsplash) Virginia Tile – Linear Glass/Stone Mosaic in Cappuccino Designer: Devon Moore Contractor: Pete Markoff

Tops with marbles and precious stones. Shaped tops anti drops.

This guest bathroom uses a suspended cabinet from Scavolini in a dark textured melamine, slab door with channel handle at a 45 degree angle. Perfectly matching counter top is complimented by a black 'stone like' vessel sink. White walls and bright tile are contrasted by the dark cabinets. Photo by Martin Vecchio.