The outdoor living space is designed to entertain guest by providing shaded relaxing gathering spaces without obstructing the beautiful views of the mountains in the background, all while still be easy to maintain and upkeep. The basement apartment was created as an attractive, comfortable, bright apartment that is welcoming, easy to maintain, and user-friendly.
Outdoor Living
As our children got older we realized that we didn’t need a backyard just for play, we wanted to transform it into something refined and more sophisticated – something that we could entertain in and enjoy the beautiful views of the mountains, yet something that was easy to maintain. The outdoor living space was designed to allow all to enjoy the majestic views of the nearby mountains and a beautiful space to entertain guests. The deck and gazebo combo make it possible to beat the heat during the day and gaze at the stars by night. A simple and beautifully lit pathway leads from the street to the backyard area so guest can come straight to the party without trekking through the home.
The outdoor space is comprised of an attached-to-home deck with a delicate staircase leading to the bold, breathtaking checker designed yard and a beautifully lit gazebo. This area was designed in a way for all to enjoy the majestic view of the nearby mountains as well as the space on it’s own. The deck and gazebo combo make it possible to beat the heat during the day and gaze at the stars in the evening. A simple and beautifully lit pathway leads from the street to the backyard area so guests can come straight to the party without tracking dirt through the home.
Basement Apartment
The cozy yet elegant basement of the home was designed with the intention of housing renters yet be easily and comfortably house guest who need a little more privacy. The spacious living room is perfect for hosting an intimate gathering, spending time with loved ones, or just lounging about comfortably. The strategically placed kitchen allows the host and guest to continue conversation while food is being prepared.
What to Know Before You Start a Bathroom Remodel:
- Set a budget and stick to it.
- Give yourself plenty of time for the remodel.
- Always begin with the end in mind.
- Hire professionals for plumbing and electrical. We will often get three quotes and choose the best one for the job.
- Know what is in your walls, last thing you want to do is hit an electrical line or an existing plumbing.
- Measure the space, then measure again before you start space planning.
- When you open the door, make sure the toilet isn’t the first thing that you see.
- Layer your lighting: task lighting for counters and mirrors & ambient lighting to set the mood, also make sure it is damp proof.
- Allow for accessibility now or plan for it in the future by putting in extra framing for grab bars.
- Use timeless finishes that can stand the test of time.
We wanted a classic charming farmhouse bathroom for this rental. We hand crafted the double sink base, and added a shelf below for storage baskets. The herringbone tile backsplash matches the herringbone tile in the the shower, and an added shelf above the backsplash adds interest to the space. We added a bench that opens to access plumbing and is a great place to store toilet paper. Then we added a shiplap wall coving and a shelf. The project that too the longest was by far the tiling in the shower. We layered subway tiles in a running brick pattern, then a trim piece, then added the herringbone pattern above. Tip: When you do the herringbone pattern, it is best to cut a piece of cardboard the size of the project, then layout all of the pieces on the cardboard with the spacers in-between. Cut tiles and place in order on cardboard. Then I numbered all the tile pieces with a dry erase marker, this helped me to keep them in order as I installed them. All-in-all it was a really fun project and paid off in the end, I am so happy with the results!