Projects by Dwell Designs

Countertop in a Day

2009-05-13T13:57:00.000-07:00

This homeowner needed a folding counter in her laundry room, and she needed it quick and for not a lot of money. This new counter infused style with tumbled marble set in a brick pattern and was done in less than one day's time.

Spa Shower Update

2009-03-23T16:22:00.001-07:00

We infused some real spa style into this beautiful walk-in shower by removing the tile floor and replacing it with river rocks. The result combines beauty and function by providing a morning foot massage!

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Contemporary Bathroom Update

2009-03-02T19:47:00.000-08:00

The owners of this typical builder's bathroom suffered a flood and used it as an oppourtunity to infuse some upgraded finishes and major wow. After the floor was removed, we stripped it of an old formica countertop, ugly faucets, an oversized mirror and an oversized light fixture. The countertop was tiled with a very unique mosaic that was a mix of glass and natural stone. The floor recieved a super durable 18" porcelain tile and was made water-safe with the addition of tiled baseboard and cabinet toekick. The icing on the cake was contemporary new faucets, double mirrors with their own vanity lights, and a brand new toilet. Less than a week and the bathroom was better than new.

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Custom Kitchen and Mantel

2008-12-15T16:41:00.000-08:00

This beautiful Highlands Ranch home features a massive kitchen and family room. The homeowners wanted to customize the areas and really take it to the next level by replacing a few of the builder's generic features. We encased the drywalled island with wood and built custom panelling all the way around. We removed the drywalled faux mantel and built a bigger, more prominent wood mantel. We finished both projects with contemporary jet-black paint and a faux glaze to antique both areas. The kitchen cabinets recieved modern new hardware. It now looks like a completely different, completely custom kitchen.

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Tile Floor Transformation

2008-11-16T21:55:00.000-08:00

This laundry room, bathroom and hall started out with a combination of carpet and sheet vinyl flooring. We unified the area with super durable and great looking porcelain tile. The area looks great and will be so much easier to keep clean!

Master Bathroom Makeover

2008-11-16T20:39:00.000-08:00

From builder's standard blah to the ultimate in luxury, this bathroom turned out beautifully. Unfortunately, it was a long road to completion. We were called in to rescue this project many months after a handyman fled the scene and left it incomplete and inoperable. The work that was completed was subpar. We stepped in and demolished portions of the new shower, completely re-plumbed the inoperable shower and drains, body jets and tub, re-fabricated and set the granite, re-routed electrical and repaired drywall and texture. We then completed the room with new closet doors and moulding, new light fixtures, fresh paint and beautiful window treatments. 3 weeks from nightmare to completion!

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A Family Basement

2008-09-30T18:31:00.000-07:00

We took this cold, empty basement and turned it into a warm, open recreation room perfect for an active family. Some of the highlights include an open stairwall and deep storage cabinets built into the wasted crawl space. A home theater area was pre-wired for 7.1 surround sound and we set up the wall sconces on a dimmer for the perfect mood lighting. We topped it all off with plenty of overhead light, two-tone paint, crisp white blinds and super thick frise carpet. After

From Old to New

2008-08-30T16:19:00.000-07:00

This month's project was to take a neglected, 30 year old condo and make it new again. By the time demo was complete the only thing salvaged was the bath tub. After days of drywall refinishing, plumbing & rough electric, the condo was updated with new beautiful, high end finishes. Some of the features included new windows & doors, loads of 18" travertine tile on the floors and in the shower, a thick frise carpet and all new lighting. The kitchen was a showpiece with dark birch cabinets, granite counters, a tumbled marble backsplash, stainless appliances and halogen track lighting that ran the length of the kitchen. Overall, the condo has transformed into a trendy place that will make a perfectly comfy home for it's new owner.
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Windows with Wow

2008-08-24T08:36:00.000-07:00

It's always fun to outfit a whole house with window treatments. We installed a mix of treatments in 40 windows that included plantation shutters, a wooden roman shade, and blinds in a combination of wood tones and white. The window treatments really cozied up this massive Centennial, CO home and infused the homeowners' style throughout. Some of the highlights:

An Exterior Update

2008-07-21T12:48:00.000-07:00

This 15 year old home was given fresh new curb appeal. We chose modern dark colors for the paint and threw in a splash of excitement with cranberry accents on the door & over the windows. The project was finished off with new venetian bronze hardware including: lights, house numbers, handleset & kickplate.

Sold in 4 Days with Mulitple Offers

2008-07-18T12:21:00.000-07:00

Here's a case where the investment truely paid off: The client was relocating out of the country and already had a new home under contract. The place needed to be sold yesterday! I made the place gorgeous with all new paint, flooring, some choice new chandeliers & fans and lots of elbow grease. The kitchen recieved a facelift that made it Pottery Barn cute simply by adding an inexpensive mosaic tile backsplash, a new faucet and new cabinet knobs. By the time the project was done you had to drag me out - I wanted to move in!

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The exterior was updated with new trim paint, refinished light fixtures, and new door hardware. Isn't it cute?

A Suburban Backyard

2008-07-01T13:34:00.000-07:00

Living in the suburbs has many benefits, but all-too-often comes with a major downfall: backyards that lack privacy and space. This homeowner was sure that her yard was a lost cause because of the size, grade & privacy issues. We transformed it from an eyesore into an extension of the home's living space with an oversized, custom shaped stamped concrete patio. It's crown jewel is the large, natural gas fire pit. It was built at table-height with a ledge around the top that makes it large enough to function as a dining area for four guests. We took advantage of the large, previously wasted side yard by adding steps down from the patio and creating a children's play area. We lined the fences with trees for privacy and added a flower & herb garden along the house line. The project was completed with a new sprinkling system, drip lines & sod. The result: an entertainer's dream!
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