Remodel of a two-story residence in the heart of South Austin. The entire first floor was opened up and the kitchen enlarged and upgraded to meet the demands of the homeowners who love to cook and entertain. The upstairs master bathroom was also completely renovated and features a large, luxurious walk-in shower. Jennifer Ott Design • http://jenottdesign.com/ Photography by Atelier Wong

(c) balance associates, architects

The Master Bathroom in this house, built in 1967 by an architect for his own family, had adequate space and an existing skylight, but was rooted in the 1960s with it’s dark marbled laminate tops and dated cabinetry and tile. The clients and I worked closely together to update the space for their 21st century lifestyle, which meant updating the divided layout and removing an unnecessary bidet. Project:: Partners 4, Design Kitchen & Bath Designer:: John B.A. Idstrom II Cabinetry:: Poggenpohl Photography:: Gilbertson Photography

by M Designs Architects www.mdesignsarchitects.com

Open Homes Photography

Front entry with custom rift sawn white oak door in an ebony stain, cast in place concrete feature wall, and large skylight over stairwell. PC Carsten Arnold

AFTER: DINING ROOM | We completely redesigned the staircase getting rid of the faux bamboo handrails and replacing them with solid maple handrails and hand forged iron detailing. New dark hardwood floors replace the previous travertine flooring. | Renovations + Design by Blackband Design | Photography by Tessa Neustadt

Open-plan living area. Hallway to bedrooms, kitchen, front door and entrance hallway, dining, living area. [Image left to right]

Steve Hall - Hall + Merrick Photographers

RLDI

David Duncan Livingston

Luke Casserley

The four colours in the kitchen work wonderfully well together; the warmth of the wood panelling and the quirky purple splashback work with the Sand Grey and Grey cabinetry seamlessly.