Robert Rios

Open Concept Great Room with Custom Sectional and Custom Fireplace

This loge has the perfect spot to relax in front of the fire after grabbing yourself a drink at the bar. Watch the game with your ski buddies and enjoy the wood and stone surroundings

Home located on a walk-out home site with large sliding glass doors leading to the rear yard. Also featuring a walk up wet bar and wine fridge.

When it came to improving the design and functionality of the dry bar, we borrowed space from the adjoining closet beside the fireplace to gain additional square footage. After reframing the portion of the wall, we were able to start bringing the client’s vision to life—adding floating shelves on either side of the fireplace, and an open shelf for liquor and glassware. The dry bar backsplash features beautiful Carrera and Moonstone Evo Hex tile in polished marble mosaic.

Large family room designed for multi generation family gatherings. Modern open room connected to the kitchen and home bar.

Seevirtual Marketing and Photography

The bar itself has varying levels of privacy for its members. The main room is the most open and is dramatically encircled by glass display cases housing members’ private stock. A Japanese style bar anchors the middle of the room, while adjacent semi-private spaces have exclusive views of Lido Park. Complete privacy is provided via two VIP rooms accessible only by the owner. AWARDS Restaurant & Bar Design Awards | London ​PUBLISHED World Interior News | London

The Minnetonka Gas fireplace offers you a deep firebox and an exterior-controlled "heat-dump" feature. Photography by Amber Jones of Studio Pura, www.studiopura.com.

Some long-time repeat Drury customers were ready to update their wine cellar and bar area. The right design would make the space more functional and relaxing while increasing viewable wine storage capacity. The homeowners appreciate craftsmanship and dedication – it’s the difference between good and truly great whiskies and wines. A relaxing space to appreciate such mastery would need to reflect the same kind of care and attention to detail. Design Objectives: -Remove heavy posts and archway to open the bar to the basement entertainment area -Add an undercounter ice maker -Create a clean, open display for liquor and glassware -Create a cabinet-matching rolling cart for transporting cases of wine from the area’s entryway to the wine cellar -Add drama and improve lighting -Expand the wine cellar and add ceiling-mounted cooling -Add a concealed area in the wine cellar for wine case storage -Update task and decorative lighting Design Challenges: -Complement the existing stained-cherry trim in the basement area -Determine how to include a separate area for case storage accessible from the main wine cellar -Create an updated look that integrates seamlessly with the upscale traditional Tudor home -The curved staircase called for creativity in the floor tile layout Design Solutions: -For cabinetry, a rich smoky blue-grey paint was chosen to complement the cherry stain -Gorgeous leather-finished Tiempo Cielo quartzite countertops pair beautifully with the flooring -Elegant textured-glass tile creates an interesting backdrop to open shelving -High Gloss veneer shelving elevates the space and feels more modern than the previous cabinetry -Realistic wood-look porcelain tile in a light greige tone creates a durable surface for this high traffic area -A custom rolling cart was included to move cases into the wine cellar with ease -Fresh decorative lighting in the bar and wine cellar adds drama while updating the overlook look and feel Removing the heavy posts and archway between the bar and the rest of the entertainment area made the entire space feel more welcoming and inviting. The steel blue finish on the cabinetry blends beautifully with the existing woodwork, giving the basement a fresh look. The homeowners are more than pleased with how their renewed bar and wine cellar elevates the experience of celebrating fine spirits and enjoying them with friends.

Barn door breezeway between the Kitchen and Great Room and the Family room, finished with the same Navy Damask blue and Champagne finger pulls as the island cabinets

Chris Marshall

vue du séjour vers le poêle à bois

Photograph by Rachel Thurston.

With the ultimate flow and functionality of indoor and outdoor entertaining in mind, this dated Mediterranean in Oak Park is transformed into a soiree home. It now features black roofing, black-framed windows, and custom white oak garage doors with a chevron pattern. The newly created pop-out window space creates visual interest, more emphasis, and a welcome focal point. Photographer: Andrew - OpenHouse VC