Whole Home Transformed Into a Modern Paradise

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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Black Mansion Exterior With Pink Tree

The exterior now has a modern minimalist aesthetic with a bold, monochromatic palette that contrasts dramatically with the surrounding landscape. The roof is standing seam black metal; siding and trim are graphite-colored fiber cement.

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Before: White and Stone Front Exterior

The designers' objective in this home transformation was to refine aesthetic inconsistencies (like the mix of exterior finishes seen here) and create a unified, cohesive home that felt intentional and welcoming.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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Black Mansion Exterior With Pink Tree

The exterior now has a modern minimalist aesthetic with a bold, monochromatic palette that contrasts dramatically with the surrounding landscape. The roof is standing seam black metal; siding and trim are graphite-colored fiber cement.

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Before: White Living Room With Leather Sofa

The living room had beautiful high ceilings and a fireplace, but the original layout blocked the fireplace with shelving and a television.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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White Contemporary Living Room With Black Fireplace

Striking architectural details were highlighted (like this living room's high ceiling) and bold colors introduced. Four Brothers Design balanced these elements with neutral zones that serve as elegant backdrops for the homeowners' extensive art collection.

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Before: Foyer and Stairs

While the interiors had great potential, they felt dated and didn't flow well from one room to the next.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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Neutral Open Plan Foyer With Stairs

Much of the home's entry way maintained its original architecture, but now it flows easily into the main living spaces. White oak flooring and crisp white walls are a peaceful, elegant backdrop.

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Before: Living Areas With Columns

Columns hindered easy passage between the home's main living spaces and the two rooms felt weirdly separated.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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White Contemporary Living Room With Walnut Shelves

The walnut cabinetry in the kitchen extends into the living room for graceful continuity.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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White Contemporary Living Room With Red Horse

Because the home's footprint is semicircular, many interior rooms have views of the home's exterior. So, in order to create a seamless, cohesive look, Four Brothers Design matched interior window finishes to the outside.

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Before: Kitchen With Arched Window

The original kitchen cabinetry impeded the ceiling's unique architecture, cutting off sightlines and making the room seem smaller.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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Contemporary Neutral Kitchen With Vaulted Ceiling

Throughout the home, black window frames were chosen both inside and out to create contrast against the crisp white walls. Here, in the kitchen, white paneling also emphasizes the ceiling's height and interesting angles.

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Before: Kitchen With Vaulted Ceiling

The architectural details of the house were stunning, especially in the kitchen. But its cabinetry looked blocky and old fashioned.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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Open Plan Neutral Kitchen With Green Island

The kitchen boasts a two-tone design, combining walnut cabinetry with a deep green on the island. Natural white oak floor presents an attractive lighter contrast.

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Before: Hall With Wood Floor

The flow between rooms was disjointed, limiting daily function and entertaining.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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Gray Contemporary Mudroom With Terracotta Floor

In the more utilitarian spaces, like this mudroom, Four Brothers Design opted for durable terra cotta flooring. Here, they paired it with sleek gray cabinetry.

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Before: Dining Room With Oval Table

The dining's low ceiling and long, narrow window did little to brighten the space.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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White Contemporary Dining Room With Blue Rug

Many of the refreshed rooms feature intriguing light fixtures. Here, in the dining room, the matching pendants are paired with a large blue rug for a bold color infusion.

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Before: White Powder Room

The powder room was entirely functional and also entirely boring.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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Pink and Green Eclectic Powder Room

Bold color choices revitalized the rooms, like the pink and green palette in this powder room.

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Before: Laundry Room With White Tile

No way anyone's feeling inspired to do laundry in a room as bland and cramped as this one.

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Blue Green Contemporary Laundry Room

The homeowners wanted the laundry room to be both functional and fun. Four Brothers Design delivered with gorgeous teal tile on the walls, stone countertops, and sturdy terra cotta tile for the floor.

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Before: White House Exterior

The exterior, though impressive, had architectural irregularities. Window placements were misaligned, and the scale didn’t harmonize with the dormers.

Photo: Steve Herschberger, Pristine Acres (landscape/pool). From: Four Brothers Design + Build

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Black House Rear Exterior and Pool

Outside the house, Four Brothers alternated board-and-batten and lap siding to clearly define the four main structures belonging to the residence.The variation in finishes establishes rhythm and visual interest as the eye moves horizontally along the façade.

Contemporary Home is Transformed to be a Modern Oasis

Black Mansion Exterior With Pink Tree

Before: White and Stone Front Exterior

Black Mansion Exterior With Pink Tree

Before: White Living Room With Leather Sofa

White Contemporary Living Room With Black Fireplace

Before: Foyer and Stairs

Neutral Open Plan Foyer With Stairs

Before: Living Areas With Columns

White Contemporary Living Room With Walnut Shelves

White Contemporary Living Room With Red Horse

Before: Kitchen With Arched Window

Contemporary Neutral Kitchen With Vaulted Ceiling

Before: Kitchen With Vaulted Ceiling

Open Plan Neutral Kitchen With Green Island

Before: Hall With Wood Floor

Gray Contemporary Mudroom With Terracotta Floor

Before: Dining Room With Oval Table

White Contemporary Dining Room With Blue Rug

Before: White Powder Room

Pink and Green Eclectic Powder Room

Before: Laundry Room With White Tile

Blue Green Contemporary Laundry Room

Before: White House Exterior

Black House Rear Exterior and Pool

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