Originally designed by J. Merrill Brown in 1887, this Queen Anne style home sits proudly in Cambridge's Avon Hill Historic District. Past was blended with present in the restoration of this property to its original 19th century elegance. The design satisfied historical requirements with its attention to authentic detailsand materials; it also satisfied the wishes of the family who has been connected to the house through several generations. Photo Credit: Peter Vanderwarker

Photo by Ed Gohlich

Photo credit: Robin Grudzinski

Beautiful master bedroom with sitting area. The entire room is light and bright and opens out to the lush landscaping, pool, fountain and patio.

Linen Curtains with trim.

Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan

Jennifer Hughes Photography

Huge Contemporary Kitchen Designer: Teri Turan

This French Classic Mansard home needed a delicate hand and keen eye to detail when it owners were ready to remodel. That's exactly what Schrader & Companies, BATC's Remodeler-of-the-Year, brought to the job. They began by keeping the original structure and architecture true, but updated with energy-efficient Marvin windows and a new front door. Then moved inside. The owners wanted a modern, livable home that suited the way they live today. Schrader came through by melding state-of-the-art products and materials with a style that can be described as traditional transitional European. The result is a home that seamlessly balances aesthetics and function. Step in the front entrance to the open stairwell, which is designed to showcase detailed custom iron balusters and a balcony overlooking the foyer. Repurposing the old laundry room into a functional mudroom enhanced the family entrance. The truly modern kitchen looks as beautiful as it cooks. A 48-inch Wolf range is set off by a lavish François & Co. stone backsplash and very detailed custom cabinets and millwork. An elaborate island and 60-inch armoire Sub-Zero refrigerator complete the look. Next, Schrader opened up the kitchen to a spacious dining room addition. Guests will be impressed by the barrel-vaulted ceilings and custom arched window that overlooks the wooded backyard. The family room features a detailed, custom entertainment system housing a flat screen TV and a see-through fireplace framed with an arch that peeks into the living room. And what French home would be without a beautiful grand piano music room. The upper-level owners' suite is a delight, with added cabinetry and coz sitting room with its own fireplace. And down the hall, a firth bedroom was transformed into a large and truly convenient laundry room. The lower level wasn't ignored, and boasts a temperature-controlled wine cellar, sunroom with arched opening, media room with another fireplace, as well as a study with custom-made desk and extensive cabinetry. Photos Dean Riedel

Specialty shape and arched panel shutters.

Yesteryear front porch with mahogany entrance doors, james hardie siding, enhancing nature.

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Photo by Angle Eye Photography.

More on this Kitchen at : http://www.thedesignnetwork.com/controlroom/?share_token=b00a7863-1da4-40dd-8441-6011fa4bd6db Kitchen nook space just off the Kitchen screams for continuity between spaces. A round Dining table and whimsical dining chairs set the stage for a great fun eating area for this young family. Invigorating red velvet window treatments, or curtains as you might call them, bring the kitchen k=nook so much vibrant color and vitality setting the perfect atmosphere for this young family to enjoy a lively breakfast before beginning their day! YouTubes most watched Interior Design channel with Designer Rebecca Robeson shares the beauty of her remarkable remodel transformations. Photos by David Hartig

linen panels with banding and tape trim on a tall arched window.