2020 Design Excellence Awards

In the Lobby, white leather wing chairs with metal studs provide luxurious yet comfortable seating for guests as they await an appointment. Plush teal throw pillows and abstract artwork add pattern, color and texture to the space.

Multi-Purpose Conference Room

The spacious dining room offers residents a variety of seating options. There are booths as well as arm chairs for the residents to choose from along with multiple size tables in order to give the residents intimate dining as well as larger tables for groups to dine together. The dramatic lighting creates an upscale dining environment.

The Piano Bar opens to the lobby and is adjacent to the main dining area. A mobile bar provides refreshments during live performances and happy hours. Custom piano millwork wrap allows residents to be up close to the action. Piano wrap is at 30" height for standard chair height and allows clearance for wheel chair access.

This stunning bistro allows for residents to gather with friends and family in intimate groups. The colors are relaxing and soothing.

The entry reception leads you into the core of the nail spa. There is drama and visual stimulus in every space. The blue wall on the left separates, yet allows a visual peak into the spa area.

Upon Entry, the Boutique Lobby Welcomes its Customers to an Ultra Cool and Playful Space. The Area has Plush Seating that can be Arranged in Several Different Configurations for Function and Use. Saturated Hues of Upholstery Compliment the Warm Gray Walls which Provide a Neutral Palette to Showcase Past Customers Photo Shoots. The Far Left Wall Projects, in Real Time, an Image in Sync with the Photographer Camera. This allows the Parents to see what is happening in the Photographer's Studio behind the Wall without actually being present in the Photography Studio. The Color Palette reflects the Colors the Business Utilizes in their Marketing Materials to Maintain a Consistent, Professional Branding Image. The Exposed HVAC and Polished, Stained Concrete Floors help to Communicate an Industrial, High-Style Boutique in the Heart of the City. All Upholstery is Protected with a Fabric Protection for Durability and Ease of Cleaning.

Jerusalem stone, channeling the Western Wall in Jerusalem, is the focal point in the main sanctuary. Hand carving on the Torah Ark references traditional themes within a modern context. Warm tones create a sense of comfort and tranquility.

Symmetrical shapes, common characteristics of the surrounding buildings, are reflected within our furniture space plans, flooring layouts, custom casework, & custom artwork.

Lobby

Lobby

A peek into the restaurant thru the custom molded concrete masonry blocks in a retro-inspired circle in square design reveals a series of large milk-glass industrial pendants with both antique bronze and polished brass accents over the modern styled booth seats.

Lobby of the memory support area is a two story dramatic interior with a staffed custom reception/concierge desk. Designed with the intent to provide families with a luxurious approach that does not evoke the stigma of an Alzheimer's or dementia facility. Hexagon smoky wood grain floor tile, waterfall quartz reception desk with brushed steel inlay, and a back wall of textured modular arts panels. Large Geode canvas art, dramatic sheer draperies complement the two story pitched volume ceiling. Beam work follow the angle of the ceiling while a flat surface is provided for the large custom chandeliers.

Upper Level of Fitness Center

Lounge

"Barley's Bourbon Bar " is one of six dining venues in this senior living community. Theme was established as a tribute to the north Scottsdale area which historically had western influences. Menu includes typical bar fare with ribs and wings, and burgers. The faux copper lay in ceiling provides the memories of old tin ceilings, yet meeting the budget and fire codes constraints of today. Comfortable soft seating and a variety of table sizes and chair styles offer comfort for the senior resident to relax and enjoy a beverage of their choice.

Close up of final installation

Final collection of tree canopy line

With such an open room it was important that it not have a cavernous feeling to it. Therefore, several seating areas were created to make this singular space feel cozy, inviting and most importantly comfortable.

This Master Suite closet was redesigned to literally maximize every square inch of storage. Carefully planned out elevations along with warm finishes and integral lighting were key factors in making this space come together.

The open living area is warm and inviting. This couple love to entertain, so extra seating is provided with a console table with stools and stools round the island.

Upbeat 'empty nesters' live here albeit only SEASONALLY requesting a CASUAL and relaxed interior to WELCOME both family and entertaining. Also important was to enjoy the volumetric rooms accented by custom lighting and to appreciate the NEUTRAL palate, custom area rugs and collected artwork. All custom furnishings and case-goods meld with the buildings selected finishes to enhance the esthetics, textured, resilient and organic fabrics, decorative ad recessed lighting that illuminate flat white walls and 'un-treated' windows that allowing the beauty of the outdoors in all paramount to the homeowners

This playful kitchen is the heart of this home. It has a clean backdrop of white cabinetry and rustic soapstone countertops, and then is lite up in energy with its bold island color, quartzite counter tops and sparkling culinary lighting. The rustic dining room can be seen in the background with an expansive hand made dining table, country style chair and soft draperies.

Natural oak floors, wood beams, pendant lights, compliment the ceramic diamond backsplash.

Unrecognizable from the original, this Kitchen is light and airy, efficient, minimal and has a focused color palette with two accents - the homeowners two favorite colors.

The designer went bold and adventuresome with a juxtaposition design concept. Everywhere you look there are unexpected combinations focused around the family heirloom mirror, a 17th century Baroque reproduction.

Fun times with family and friends is what this space was created for. With a nod to an old New England Pub, this space transports you to a place away from home. The antique pool table light was a nostalgic piece that travels a long distance with the homeowner and found its perfect home here.

The large space was designed to also have intimate seating areas for entertaining.

The large island allows for plenty of seating, perfect for socializing. It also boasts a 42" sink and a state-of-the-art-faucet. The transitional design of the custom cabinets takes on a furniture look with its stylized shaker panels and custom furniture finish in a soft khaki. This furniture look gives the kitchen a warm and intimate feel within an open concept design.

A carefully layered and fully custom kitchen, from the antique pewter hood to the locally made leaded glass windows, to the custom millwork with hand-carved details. New box beam ceiling adds natural wood to the space and ties into furnishings in the adjacent living areas.

Antique gate panels were retrofitted to fit the new door jamb, and the wood was reconditioned, to form a dramatic portal into this luxury spa experience

This entire Bath suite was gutted to the studs. Swapping the tub and shower location opened up the entry area to the master bathroom, while large new windows replace the glass block and allow natural light to fill the space. A shade can be lowered to cut glare or for privacy when bathing. A beautiful etched marble tile makes the perfect backdrop for the tub and speaks to the color palette throughout the main house.

The clients required a design for a safe, easy to maintain, large Walk-in Shower and more closet space for her. The wall past the shower now is enclosed to create the needed closet storage and hang towels at multi-levels. With the elimination of the large, unused tub with surround and steps, it allows for the future needs of a scooter if needed in the future. The flooring is non-slip, the custom vanities are at special heights and storage inside specifically created for needs to reflect needs to keep the counters clear.

a view through the circular swing to the commissioned art piece. we visited the artist's studio a few times to have input on the scale, the colors and the texture. Teak furniture tied in the walnut lintels of the home, and the interior furnishings.

What once was a dedicated, infrequently used, guest bedroom, is now a full-time study for reading, listening and conversation. It was important to accommodate high-end bookshelf speakers and storage for several music formats. Special drawer cases for an extensive watch collection were needed as well.

The volcanic magma granite was the inspiration for this design. This beautiful leather textured granite is the focal point of this castle themed master bathroom. The elegant arched columns and granite wall art balances the tall rustic alder cabinets and granite counter-tops, both in terms of height and visual textures.

Polished mocha, white, gray and matte wood-look porcelain tiles with a neutral polished marble flooring and taupe paint, creates a soothing color palette for this contemporary spa-like master bathroom.

The island features a double-waterfall: rising from the floor and falling to the cantilevered table top at the end of the island. The design makes way for a conversation area near the window.

A custom multi-functional table for this mountain house! It serves as a dining table when the couple has guests . The two chairs in the photo become host chairs and other chairs in the home become side chairs. Chair upholstery was chosen so the dining table and chairs look cohesive and intentional. Note there are no unsightly cords for the lamps. This was intentional. The lamps were customized so that the plugs and cords come through the lamp bases. Holes were drilled by the table-top fabricator so the cords came through the table top and into the hollow base where outlets where mounted at the base of the table. The success of this design took a lot of communication between me and the wood and iron craftsmen. The lamps are tall so as to not impede guests' eye contact with others while dining. All of us are thrilled with the look and functionality of the table!

The pattern on the table and the lighting fixtures work together in harmony.

The lighting fixtures illuminate from above and make the Parota wood glow from every angle. The variation in the wood grain is art in and of itself and the added jewelry of the brass and blue tinted epoxy take this table to the next level.

The angular design of this custom white lacquer and stainless reception desk reflects the white star design on the floor, leading you to the central core of the spa.

Using the Golden Mean Ratio, this wall is formally balanced and perfectly proportioned both horizontally and vertically. The desert modern design reflects a harmonious balance of warm and cool tones.

The shower enclosure with tall arched columns frame the organic textured granite art-work at the back of the shower. The hammered brass candle sconces on the columns emulates the grand gates to a medieval castle.