Bright, Elegant, and Spacious Interior Home Remodel in McLean VA

A family in McLean VA decided to remodel two levels of their home. There was wasted floor space and disconnections throughout the living room and dining room area. The family room was very small and had a closet as washer and dryer closet. Two walls separating kitchen from adjacent dining room and family room. After several design meetings, the final blue print went into construction phase, gutting entire kitchen, family room, laundry room, open balcony. We built a seamless main level floor. The laundry room was relocated and we built a new space on the second floor for their convenience. The family room was expanded into the laundry room space, the kitchen expanded its wing into the adjacent family room and dining room, with a large middle Island that made it all stand tall. The use of extended lighting throughout the two levels has made this project brighter than ever. A walk -in pantry with pocket doors was added in hallway. We deleted two structure columns by the way of using large span beams, opening up the space. The open foyer was floored in and expanded the dining room over it. All new porcelain tile was installed in main level, a floor to ceiling fireplace(two story brick fireplace) was faced with highly decorative stone. The second floor was open to the two story living room, we replaced all handrails and spindles with Rod iron and stained handrails to match new floors. A new butler area with under cabinet beverage center was added in the living room area. The den was torn up and given stain grade paneling and molding to give a deep and mysterious look to the new library. The powder room was gutted, redefined, one doorway to the den was closed up and converted into a vanity space with glass accent background and built in niche. Upscale appliances and decorative mosaic back splash, fancy lighting fixtures and farm sink are all signature marks of the kitchen remodel portion of this amazing project. I don't think there is only one thing to define the interior remodeling of this revamped home, the transformation has been so grand.

Texas Hill Country Retreat

Laura Roberts Design

Dining Room. Photo by Casey Dunn.

Warm Modern in Boca Raton

Marc-Michaels Interior Design

Edward C. Butera

Church Road, Barnes

Catherine White Interiors

Darren Palmer - Traffic Jam Studio

The V

Mateu Architecture Inc

Dining area and great room for a modern luxury residence in Miami Beach, Florida.

Haus S

Diemer Architekten

Haus am Hang Diemer Architekten Bildnachweis: DASHOLTHAUS GmbH crossmedia agentur Im Eichels 10 69469 Weinheim

Our Work

Perspectus Architecture

Colfax Meadows

WIT design LA

Exeter Ave

Brian David Roberts | Interior Planning & Design

East Grand Rapids Tudor Renovation

Jennifer Butler Design

The clients specifically wanted bold accents of red. Here in their former kitchen - where space was tight - we created a large custom booth with family-friendly performance fabrics, and a bespoke table with power, designed by us and built by Berghuis Construction. With plenty of storage via new custom cabinets, this space functions as a mud room, eating area, and extension of the laundry room, when necessary.

Lincoln Net Zero House

A3 Architects, Inc.

View from Dining room to pasture beyond at the Lincoln Net Zero House, photography by Dan Cutrona

Dining room with sideboard built-in and wine cooler

Bill Fry Construction - Wm. H. Fry Const. Co.

Hunter Douglas - Vertical Blinds

Creative Window Designs

Dining Room

ODS Architecture

It was decided to re-use an existing fireplace with new Sapele wood paneling above a lava stone base with Ortal three-sided gas fireplace.

Idlewild Contemporary

DW Distinctive Properties

Private Home Brunei

Flowbkk Inc

Description: All of our tables are customized and made to order. This table was a customized piece we created for a client in Brunei. This very unique table was constructed from a Single Slab of Thai Acacia which is an extremely rare wood. It takes a many years for this type of wood tree to grow to these sizes. It is a extra hard wood and has beautiful deep grain. The dimensions of this table are 3.30 meter in length x 1 meter to 1.40 meter (free form) in width x 78 cm in height (Standard Dining) and the table top is over 3 inches in thickness. We finished the table top in a protective gloss catalyzed lacquer finish. We designed and created the leg frames in chrome dipped solid steel. About Us: Flow is an established lifestyle concept company that bridges the gap between raw nature and modern living. We allow nature to guide our hands, not only to inspire but also to dictate our creative process, making our tables a culmination of both natural beauty and human artistry. Our direction in furniture design is a channel for exposing the miracle and beauty of the natural\ world by producing uniquely organic functional art. When sourcing for wood slabs we hand select and evaluate each individual piece by it's size, natural shape,thickness, color, characteristics of the grain, texture, figure and structural integrity. We look for slabs which have the most beautiful grain and natural characteristics because we feel that it's nature's art that can be seen and enjoyed everyday. Lead Time: Our lead time is around 7 weeks to create your table upon receiving your 50% deposit payment by tt bank transfer. We will keep you involved and updated from start to finish of your table creations by emails and photos. We feel that we are working together with you bringing to life your timeless table. We are very passionate in each table we create and want to share each step of this passion with you. Shipping: We work with a shipping company and ship our tables worldwide by sea freight. We oversee and control the packing and shipping steps for your table which will include professional packing, flat pack crating for your table top and legs, transport and loading onto the vessel in Bangkok, all documentation and full Insurance for your table to your designated arrival sea port. To see custom tables and projects we completed in the past view my website at www.flowbkk.com or etsy. We customize each of our tables so please let me know your specific in sizes, finishing and leg type you are interested in for your dream table. We are able to ship worldwide, please contact me with your location and I will provide you with a shipping quote.

Bold & Modern Estate

Style & Structure

Open to living room and kitchen. Dark gray painted ceiling detail

Boca Raton Splendor

Bravas Boca Raton

Fully integrated Signature Estate featuring Creston controls and Crestron panelized lighting, and Crestron motorized shades and draperies, whole-house audio and video, HVAC, voice and video communication atboth both the front door and gate. Modern, warm, and clean-line design, with total custom details and finishes. The front includes a serene and impressive atrium foyer with two-story floor to ceiling glass walls and multi-level fire/water fountains on either side of the grand bronze aluminum pivot entry door. Elegant extra-large 47'' imported white porcelain tile runs seamlessly to the rear exterior pool deck, and a dark stained oak wood is found on the stairway treads and second floor. The great room has an incredible Neolith onyx wall and see-through linear gas fireplace and is appointed perfectly for views of the zero edge pool and waterway. The center spine stainless steel staircase has a smoked glass railing and wood handrail. Photo courtesy Royal Palm Properties

Pacific Palisades Hilltop Luxury Remodel

Hallmark Floors

This modern home with hints of classic design is situated on a hilltop estate in Pacific Palisades, California. Architect and Designer, Michelle Anaya, took on the challenge of renovating the home into the breathtaking residence that it is today. The home features Hallmark Floors: Engineered Hardwood Floors throughout most of the interior. The vision of the interior design was influenced by the outdoors. The home boasts a world-class view highlighted by large windows featuring some of the best sights in the country. Five rigorous years of planning, detailed designing, and extensive renovating resulted in a stunning outcome. “The color of the floor was the perfect selection to compliment the home’s natural landscape with the interior. I needed a floor that would compliment these natural colors… I didn’t want to compete with the sky, the greenery, and the ocean. The floors came out amazing!”

Large Modern Dining Room Design Ideas

A modern dining room can be used for casual dining, integrated into an open plan and connected to the living and kitchen areas; or as a formal space reserved solely for entertaining. While it may not be used frequently, it is a great focal point in the home, and requires little furnishings. Here's what you need to consider before you start planning a new dining room...

How will you use your dining room?

First, consider how frequently you will use the space. If you plan on using your modern dining room on a daily basis, a casual dining set-up with sturdy, long-lasting furniture is best. As for where you position it – well, any unused space in the home can be converted into a casual dining space, whether it be at the end of a kitchen island, or at the bottom of the stairs. A formal dining room, on the other hand, is more suited to a dedicated space, which is more common in heritage homes where space originally wasn’t at a premium. Perhaps you want your dining room to multi-task and accommodate everyday meals, homework sessions and grown-up dinner parties… If that’s the case, furniture is key. Look for versatile dining tables in either Australian or New Zealand hardwood or weathered timber for a more rustic look. These won’t show up sticky fingerprints as much and can be dressed up for guests.

What size and shape should your dining table be?

Your modern dining table should be able to seat all family members with some room for additional guests – each person should have at least 60 centimetres of space at the table. The right size, however, also depends on how much room you have. A general rule of thumb is to leave no less than 1 metre from the dining table to the wall or any additional furniture, so people have enough room to comfortably move around the space. Rectangular dining tables are versatile and can work in a variety of settings, while oval dining tables are more traditional and can turn any meal into an occasion. If you have a tight space to work in, a round dining table is best, and also a great option if you want to encourage conversation. A square dining table can be a dramatic addition to a dining room, but only if you have the space. It allows everyone at the table to see each other, but the bigger the table, the harder it will be able to hold a conversation with someone at the other end.

What type of dining chairs should you choose?

Once you’ve decided on a dining table, look for modern dining chairs that share a common design element. If your dining table legs are curved, for example, try to match them with dining chairs that have a similar curve, either in the legs or back. Next, consider the dimensions of the chair. The height of your dining chairs should allow at least 30 centimetres between the top of the seat and the top of the table. And to keep your tush happy, avoid dining chairs narrower than 45 centimetres.

How can you decorate your dining room?

Dining rooms are relatively minimal spaces, but that makes them a great place to splash a little colour through artwork, especially if yours is a formal dining room. If your dining room is lacking warmth, consider painting the walls a deep shade of red or blue, or go contemporary with black or grey. A cosy rug will make the space feel more intimate, while a sideboard or cabinet of curiosities will further personalise the space. Often overlooked, dining room lighting can also drastically alter the mood of a room, creating drama, spurring romance or encouraging conversation. Opt for soft lighting in the dining area with dimmer switches, and choose oversized pendants in large, open spaces or to make the dining area more of a focal point. Finally, add some table settings, such as a lace tablecloth for a whimsy feel, or a more basic table runner for a chic look. If you need some help designing your dining room, consider checking the Houzz directory of interior designers, home stylists, cabinet makers and more!