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The new floors are local Oregon white oak, and the dining table was made from locally salvaged walnut. The range is a vintage Craigslist find, and a wood-burning stove easily and efficiently heats the small house. Photo by Lincoln Barbour.

Carriage garage doors by Clingerman Doors located in Pennsylvania. Custom designs available!

Dawn T Smith Photography

Clopay Canyon Ridge Collection Limited Edition Series faux wood carriage house garage doors won't rot, warp or crack. Insulated for superior energy efficiency. Five layer construction. Model shown: Design 13 with Rec13 windows, Mahogany cladding and overlays. Many panel designs, optional decorative windows and hardware available. Overhead operation.

The intent of this custom door with overlapping and interlocking wood panels is to create privacy to the kitchen. To allow in light and air a section at the top of the door is left open. Dual-purpose of a functional door and a piece or art.

A small powder room hidden beneath the clip of the stair is revealed by a slight press to a particular portion of the wall, a hidden door pops open. The door matches the reveals (grooves) in the adjacent drywall to further support the illusion. The door operates on a concealed, pivot-hinge and is actuated by a heavy duty catch-latch at the top corner of the door. The bathroom walls and underside of the stair are separated by 4 inch wide white acrylic panels that, in the evening, glow from the light of the room hinting at the hidden treasure within.

A massive 12 foot wide sliding door (coated with a layer of chalkboard paint) obscures the media room. This 1966 Northwest contemporary design by noted architect Paul Kirk has been extended and reordered to create a 2400 square foot home with comfortable living/dining/kitchen area, open stair, and third bedroom plus children's bath. The power of the original design continues with walls that wrap over to create a roof. Original cedar-clad interior walls and ceiling were brightened with added glass and up to date lighting. photos by Will Austin

With a complete gut and remodel, this home was taken from a dated, traditional style to a contemporary home with a lighter and fresher aesthetic. The interior space was organized to take better advantage of the sweeping views of Lake Michigan. Existing exterior elements were mixed with newer materials to create the unique design of the façade. Photos done by Brian Fussell at Rangeline Real Estate Photography

Master closet with high gloss painted cabinetry with wood inserts. Bill Timmerman Photography.

Buffalo Forge Steel Doors Make a Buffalo Forge Wrought Iron entry door the centerpiece of your home. Every door is handmade by skilled artisans using techniques past on from one generation to the next. Each of our iron door designs is a perfect mixture of elegant high-end style and just the right amount of rustic charm. Providing a perfect blend of strength and beauty.

Cooking for Two Location: Plymouth, MN, United States When this couple’s last child graduated from college they began the process of looking for a new home. After a lengthy search they decided to stay with the neighborhood they loved, saving money by remodeling rather than starting over. The top priorities on their wish list were adding character to their 1990’s era home with a classic white kitchen and a larger island while keeping within the existing footprint. With the intention of honing their cooking skills, they were also considering better appliances and two ovens. Challenges and Solutions Design a larger island with seating for at least two. The existing island was small and the area behind the seating was less than recommended clearances. To solve this challenge, the seating area of the island was extended out into the open area of the kitchen. This created a larger island with seating for three, extra storage and a bookshelf across from the range. The original kitchen had a range with microwave above, so adding another oven was a challenge with limited wall space. Because the adjoining dining room is used infrequently, the homeowner was open to placing the second oven and microwave in the walkway. This made room for the small buffet between the built in refrigerator and ovens, creating one of her favorite areas. The client requested a white painted kitchen but wanted to make sure it had warmth and character. To achieve this the following elements were chosen: 1) Cabinets painted with Benjamin Moore Capitol White, a luminous and warm shade of white. 2) The Range hood was painted with warm metallic shades to reflect the bronze of the Ashley Norton hardware. 3) Black Aqua Grantique granite was chosen for countertops because it looks like soapstone and adds contrast. 4) Walker Zanger Café tile in Latte was chosen for it’s handmade look with uneven edges. 5) The to-the-counter-cabinet with glass door shows off serving dishes and lends sophisticated charm. The result is a welcoming classic kitchen, where this couple enjoys cooking more often and sharpening their skills with gourmet appliances. Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg Photography

Laurie Black Photography: Perched along the shore of Lake Oswego is this asian influenced contemporary home of custom wood windows and glass. Quantum Classic Series windows, and Lift & Slide and Hinged doors are spectacularly displayed here in Sapele wood. Generously opening up the lake view are architectural window walls with transoms and out-swing awnings. The windows’ precise horizontal alignment around the perimeter of the home achieves the architect’s desire for crisp, clean lines. The main entry features a Hinged door flanked by fixed sidelites. Leading out to the Japanese-style garden is another Hinged door set within a common mullion window wall.

Exterior painting by Warline Painting Ltd. Photos by Ina VanTonder