Martin Gardner, spacialimages.com

Set in a wildflower-filled mountain meadow, this Tuscan-inspired home is given a few design twists, incorporating the local mountain home flavor with modern design elements. The plan of the home is roughly 4500 square feet, and settled on the site in a single level. A series of ‘pods’ break the home into separate zones of use, as well as creating interesting exterior spaces. Clean, contemporary lines work seamlessly with the heavy timbers throughout the interior spaces. An open concept plan for the great room, kitchen, and dining acts as the focus, and all other spaces radiate off that point. Bedrooms are designed to be cozy, with lots of storage with cubbies and built-ins. Natural lighting has been strategically designed to allow diffused light to filter into circulation spaces. Exterior materials of historic planking, stone, slate roofing and stucco, along with accents of copper add a rich texture to the home. The use of these modern and traditional materials together results in a home that is exciting and unexpected. (photos by Shelly Saunders)

Casey Dunn Photography

Atherton custom kitchen Granite countertops White cabinets Shade pendants Red barstools Interior Design: RKI Interior Design Architect: Stewart & Associates Builder: Markay Johnson Photo: Bernard Andre

Photography by Richard Mandelkorn

Photography by Ed Chappell.

The central island, being the area where most cooking/prep work will be done, contains a speed and steam oven. Marc Fowler - Kitchen & Bathroom shots

Photo Chris Wright Group3 Architects llc

Thorsen Construction is an award-winning general contractor focusing on luxury renovations, additions and new homes in Washington D.C. Metropolitan area. In every instance, Thorsen partners with architects and homeowners to deliver an exceptional, turn-key construction experience. For more information, please visit our website at www.thorsenconstruction.us .

Photography by Christina Wedge Architecture by Matt Walsh

Photo Credit: Mark Boisclair Photography

A detailed kitchen suitable for entertaining family and friends. Built in arched niches create height to the space along with upper glass cabinetry with detail mullions. Candy drawers down below for the kids, a farmhouse sink overlooking the beautiful landscaping, and saddle stools to sit enjoy a cup of coffee.

Photography by VHT

kitchen expansion, walk in closet, This section of the kitchen is approximately 17 1/2 x 12 1/2 ft.

Photographer: David Whittaker