Architects Share Helpful Tips From Their Own Home Renovations

After: By relocating the existing ground-level bathroom, Cecilia expanded the available space for the kitchen and dining area at the rear of the home. Now, 16.4-foot-wide bifold doors allow the residents to move seamlessly between indoors and out. The architect combined pale oak flooring with custom, blue-gray cabinets and textured marble countertops. Black cabinetry, hardware, faucets, and appliances provide notes of sharp contrast.