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Located steps away from the living area, the open kitchen features all new appliances, as well as a custom central island that also doubles as a dining table.

Stacey and Doug prepare food before the kitchen's massive wall of soothing tile from Heath Ceramics.

This pastel-hued kitchen was part of a meticulous renovation of this midcentury property.

Choosing a kitchen or bathroom countertop can be nerve-wracking, and we understand why—they can be one of the most expensive aspects of a renovation, with the added responsibility of impacting the aesthetics of a space. Read on as we work our way through the pros and cons of seven of the most common countertop materials.

Renovating your kitchen? Let this be your guide: We used and abused seven eco-friendly countertops to investigate if they could stand the heat of Dwell's kitchen.

A covered boardwalk, which Shaw regards as an outdoor hallway, connects the mudroom to the public gathering spaces.

Steps from the primary suite is a wellness room, complete with a Scandinavian–like sauna.

"The primary suite is magical, complete with a dressing room, a bath with an antique copper bathtub, and a stone fireplace, all perched above a year-round stream meandering through the rocks underneath it,

Tall windows wrapping around the living spaces ensure plenty of sunshine is invited inside.

Door hardware is a small design detail, but as with all decor choices, a wise one can effortlessly elevate the overall aesthetic. From hardware style to finish and form, that doorknob you put your hands on every day can really make a statement.

The landscaping was careful to not take away from the scenery.

At the other end of the family room is an office area.

There's a loft above the family room where kids can play.

The family room showcases the home's architectural details, with baltic birch plywood and white oak flooring.

In the living room fireplace, a bird turns on the antique French spit.