In the early 50s, Herbert and Ruth Weiss attended a lecture by Bauhaus founder Walter Gropius hosted by MIT. They were fascinated by Gropius’ description of the ‘Five Fields’ community of 60 houses he and his firm, The Architect’s Collaborative (TAC), were designing in Lexington, MA. The Weiss’ fell in love with Gropius’ vision for a grouping of 60 modern houses to be arrayed around eight acres of common land that would include a community pool and playground. They soon had one of their own.The original, TAC-designed house was a single-slope design with a modest footprint of 800 square feet. Several years later, the Weiss’ commissioned modernist architect Henry Hoover to add a living room wing and new entry to the house. Hoover’s design included a wall of glass which opens to a charming pond carved into the outcropping of granite ledge. After living in the house for 65 years, the Weiss’ sold the house to our client, who asked us to design a renovation that would respect the integrity of the vintage modern architecture. Our design focused on reorienting the kitchen, opening it up to the family room. The bedroom wing was redesigned to create a principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Interior finishes were edited to create a more fluid relationship between the original TAC home and Hoover’s addition. We worked closely with the builder, Patriot Custom Homes, to install Solar electric panels married to an efficient heat pump heating and cooling system. These updates integrate modern touches and high efficiency into a striking piece of architectural history.

Again, indoor/outdoor living, achieved with 16’ of glass, half of which opens directly to the back yard. A space the owners could enjoy with family and friends. Outdoor kitchen is tucked conveniently against a wall outside, but out of view. Colors inspired by the outdoors—natural wood paneled wall, a free-standing element that separates dining room from foyer. We view the chandelier as reminiscent of coral and the tones of the dining chairs, rug, and Cielo Quartzite countertop on the built-ins reflecting those of the bay and sea. (The owners love the ocean.) The hand-silvered, antiqued mirror tile at the back of the built-ins, adds just a touch of glam, as does the jewel-like hardware on the cabinets

ダイニングキッチンからリビングを通して土間、スタディコーナーを見る。 スキップフロアにすることで、視線が抜けて広がりを感じます。家族の気配を感じたり、上部の窓からの光を効果的に取り込みます。 手前は解体した梁でつくったダイニングテーブル。 写真：西川公朗
東京23区にある高級な小さなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (ベージュの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、ベージュの床、板張り壁) の写真

Кухня кантри. Вид из гостиной на кухню. Кухонная мебель выполнена мастерской Орнамент. Красивый синий буфет, обеденный стол, стулья. Кухня без верхних шкафов.

4 pendant chandelier, custom wood wall design, ceramic tile flooring, marble waterfall island, under bar storage, sliding pantry barn door, wood cabinets, large modern cabinet handles, glass tile backsplash

The living room flows directly into the dining room. A change in ceiling and wall finish provides a textural and color transition. The fireplace, clad in black Venetian Plaster, marks a central focus and a visual axis.

This mid century modern home boasted irreplaceable features including original wood cabinets, wood ceiling, and a wall of floor to ceiling windows. C&R developed a design that incorporated the existing details with additional custom cabinets that matched perfectly. A new lighting plan, quartz counter tops, plumbing fixtures, tile backsplash and floors, and new appliances transformed this kitchen while retaining all the mid century flavor.

Again, indoor/outdoor living, achieved with 16’ of glass, half of which opens directly to the back yard. A space the owners could enjoy with family and friends. Outdoor kitchen is tucked conveniently against a wall outside, but out of view. Colors inspired by the outdoors—natural wood paneled wall, a free-standing element that separates dining room from foyer. We view the chandelier as reminiscent of coral and the tones of the dining chairs, rug, and Cielo Quartzite countertop on the built-ins reflecting those of the bay and sea. (The owners love the ocean.) The hand-silvered, antiqued mirror tile at the back of the built-ins, adds just a touch of glam, as does the jewel-like hardware on the cabinets

V-groove wood walls with wood beam ceiling continues through the dining room. Custom inset modern panel cabinetry adds storage and entertaining space to the open dining room

Custom dining room fireplace surround featuring authentic Moroccan zellige tiles. The fireplace is accented by a custom bench seat for the dining room. The surround expands to the wall to create a step which creates the new location for a home bar.

After searching for the perfect Paris apartment that could double as an atelier for five years, Laure Nell Interiors founder and principal Laetitia Laurent fell in love with this 415-square-foot pied-à-terre that packs a punch. Situated in the coveted Golden Triangle area in the 8th arrondissement—between avenue Montaigne, avenue des Champs-Elysées and avenue George V—the apartment was destined to be fashionable. The building’s Hausmannian architecture and a charming interior courtyard make way for modern interior architectural detailing that had been done during a previous renovation. Hardwood floors with deep black knotting, slatted wood paneling, and blue lacquer in the built-ins gave the apartment an interesting contemporary twist against the otherwise classic backdrop, including the original fireplace from the Hausmann era. Laure Nell Interiors played up this dichotomy with playfully curated furnishings and lighting found during Paris Design Week: a mid-century Tulip table in the dining room, a coffee table from the NV Gallery x J’aime tout chez toi capsule collection, and a fireside chair from Popus Editions, a Paris-London furniture line with a restrained French take on British-inspired hues. In the bedroom, black and white details nod to Coco Chanel and ochre-colored bedding keeps the aesthetic current. A pendant from Oi Soi Oi lends the room a minimalist Asian element reminiscent of Laurent’s time in Kyoto. Thanks to tall ceilings and the mezzanine loft space that had been added above the kitchen, the apartment exudes a feeling of grandeur despite its small footprint. Photos by Gilles Trillard

ヴィンテージライクなキッチンとダイニング。レンガ長のクロスや照明、時計などの空間演出も「サードカフェ」の提案。
福岡にあるカントリー風のおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、クロスの天井、板張り壁) の写真

Looking across the live edge dining table out to the private lake is so inviting in this warm Hemlock walls home finished with a Sherwin Williams lacquer sealer for durability in this modern style cabin. Large Marvin windows and patio doors with transoms allow a full glass wall for lake viewing.

Vintage raised beach cottage c. 1935 updated with charm! While keeping the integrity of the home in tact, this home has been updated to accommodate today's lifestyle with an open concept feel.

他の地域にある高級な広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、三角天井、板張り壁) の写真

This 1960s split-level has a new Family Room addition in front of the existing home, with a total gut remodel of the existing Kitchen/Living/Dining spaces. The spacious Kitchen boasts a generous curved stone-clad island and plenty of custom cabinetry. The Kitchen opens to a large eat-in Dining Room, with a walk-around stone double-sided fireplace between Dining and the new Family room. The stone accent at the island, gorgeous stained wood cabinetry, and wood trim highlight the rustic charm of this home. Photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

A top floor apartment with amazing ocean views in the same highrise building as the apartment renovation 1. They took a similar approach as with apartment renovation 1, with the same layout and similar materials. This time Alenka created a more neutral and lighter colour palette to appeal to a greater range of buyers. They again completely transformed an outdated apartment into a luxury beach-side home. An apartment was sold in June 2019 and achieved another record price for the building.

ナッシュビルにあるおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、板張り壁) の写真

Coffered ceiling dining room with classic coastal interior furnishings. Nautical inspired lighting above expansive table.
フィラデルフィアにあるラグジュアリーな広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、マルチカラーの床、格子天井、板張り壁) の写真