Chalice Changeup

This 1970’s basement in Durham, NC offered us a unique opportunity to start from scratch. The largest obstacle for our clients was figuring out where to begin the process of development. After review of the wish list, CORE built a vision to design a number of usable, modern spaces. Then began the construction. All of the old walls were removed, steel beams were installed, masonry fireplaces removed, and concrete was hammered out to create a new layout. We began by adding a family room with an AV system and a custom wet bar for entertaining and relaxation. A new bedroom was also created complete with walk in closet. The bathroom was reconfigured and modernized with an emphasis placed on our clients aging-in-place. All floor surfaces have hard tile with radiant heating cable systems installed to ensure warm feet in the cold months of the year. Once the dust settled, the result is a specatcular new space for friends and family to enjoy for years to come.

Falls Fantasy

This North Raleigh addition houses a fun time wonderland for the entire family. The new family gathering room has a large seating area for oversized furniture and a custom built wet bar to quinch any thirst while watching TV. The adjoining parlor is a great place to sit and enjoy board games. A spacious home gym has been built to fit all of the important exercise equipment. There is even a playroom for the little kids for those moments when the big kids just need some alone time.

Flint Kitchen

This home in Holly Springs, NC had a small kitchen that any home chef would find difficult to cook in. The goal, to provide additional space when hosting family gatherings as well as to improve the flow within the kitchen & add a walk in pantry. The solution, a complete kitchen renovation by way of creating a modest addition to get the well needed space. The CORE design team worked with the homeowners to create an elegant and sophisticated design that resulted in a simply beautiful kitchen. During the construction phase, walls were also able to be removed which enabled the family room to become a part of the kitchen. Specific design elements in the kitchen include semi custom cabinetry, granite countertops, stone and glass backsplash with a detailed mosaic pattern over the gas range, and heavy moulding details throughout. Custom wall coverings and hand blown glass lighting fixtures complete the classy elements in this inviting heart of the home.

Gambrel Garage

Where do I put my workshop when I retire? That was a looming question one of our client’s in Apex, NC faced. CORE’s answer, lets build a 2 story garage. So, we did. This garage is completely outfitted with all of the modern conveniences a man and his toys could need. The garage has been fully outfitted with power for any tool, insulated to keep noise down, and a metal roof to add a bit of architectural detail to the farmstead.

Steelers Sanctuary

Our clients approached us with a vision for the completion of a 1400 sq.ft. basement in Apex, NC. Their desires were to create an elegant space for entertaining friends and family in a large area while also maintaining the cozy feel of comfortable smaller rooms. The goal, a black and gold theme througout the entire basement. The CORE design team cleverly crafted a theatre room, billiard room with custom wet bar, exercise room, home office, and full bathroom into the basement. The theatre room features a projector screen complete with 5.1 surround sound and full lighting controls. A raised seating platform ensures that everyone has an unobstructed view. The billiard room houses a custom wet bar to serve all thirsty patrons. In the home office, CORE constructed custom furniture to house an extensive collection of memoribilia. The adjacent full bath was completed with custom vanity & matching mirror and hard tile with custom stone accents. The exercise room features a “SportCourt” floor and surround system to ensure that working out is enjoyable.