Wednesday, October 5, 2016

Open for Entertaining

The client had a clear vision: bright, open and able to entertain. Through the addition of skylights, removal of walls and lots of counter space, the vision was attained.

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The original laundry (above photo right) was long and narrow. We removed the fireplace (full masonry) and moved the wall 18" into the living room. We were able to maintain the existing ceiling beams in order to keep the character of the existing room.

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The kitchen was moved to the existing dining area and the bearing wall was removed between existing dining and kitchen (wall in above photo to right). 


In addition, a (3) light window well was created to bring more natural light into the new kitchen area and the existing double window was turned into an extended counter bay window (see above).

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The existing stairway to the lower level was totally opened up on both sides, allowing more natural light and visual openness to the finished lower level.

We also added a custom shoe and storage bench in the expanded laundry room


 




Tuesday, July 5, 2016

Modern Master Bath Remodel

Prior to the remodel, this bathroom was your standard early 90's vintage featuring a framed brass shower door, drop-in jetted tub and standard finishes. The owner's desired a fresh, modern, open feel with some warm, spa like touches. Architecturally we decided to create a feature wall by framing in a utility shelf to hold the tub filler, decorative shelf at tub side and carried that element into the shower for product storage. By using a frame-less glass shower enclosure the feature wall carries seamlessly into the shower.







Thursday, February 25, 2016

Bathroom Remodel Goes Classic

While this home was built in the 90's in more of a transitional style, the homeowners decided to add a classic twist to their bathroom. They also decided to re-arrange existing fixture locations, remove some walls and really open things up.
Design Drawings
The final outcome

Thursday, January 14, 2016

Best of Houzz 2016

Meyer Brothers and Sons of Cincinnati, Oh
Awarded Best Of Houzz 2016

Over 35 Million Monthly Unique Users Nominated Best Home Building,
Remodeling and Design Professionals in North America and Around the World

[Cincinnati, Ohio], January 14, 2016Meyer Brothers and Sons has won “Best Of Customer Service” on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The 38 year old family business was chosen by the more than 35 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than one million active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals.



The Best Of Houzz is awarded annually in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. Design award winners’ work was the most popular among the more than 35 million monthly users on Houzz. Customer Service honors are based on several factors, including the number and quality of client reviews a professional received in 2015. Architecture and interior design photographers whose images were most popular are recognized with the Photography award. A “Best Of Houzz 2016” badge will appear on winners’ profiles, as a sign of  their commitment to excellence. These badges help homeowners identify popular and top-rated home professionals in every metro area on Houzz.

“We’re in the business of making our customers happy,” said Rick Meyer, architect with Meyer Brothers and Sons. “We get to walk alongside other families, working with their ideas and budgets, and help them design and build a space that fits their ever changing familial needs.”

“Anyone building, remodeling or decorating looks to Houzz for the most talented and service-oriented professionals” said Liza Hausman, vice president of Industry Marketing for Houzz. “We’re so pleased to recognize Meyer Brothers and Sons, voted one of our “Best Of Houzz” professionals by our enormous community of homeowners and design enthusiasts actively remodeling and decorating their homes.”

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About Meyer Brothers and Sons
Meyer Brothers and Sons, design | build | remodel offers a wide range of services for all of your building or remodeling needs, from design to completion. Within our company we ensure quality by personally starting and finishing each job, beginning with the design by our on staff architect, through the carefully managed construction process and ending each project well and on time. In-between we closely monitor and clearly communicate with our subcontractors, whom we have years of experience working together, to ensure accurate scheduling and quality workmanship. Our extensive wood & finishing shop produces custom crafted cabinetry for any room in your home, all designed and built to your specifications. Our on staff architect will work with you on your ideas, providing you with 2D and 3D drawings to help visualize the final outcome. Our family has been helping yours bring to fruition any project, big or small, since 1978.

Thursday, October 15, 2015

Custom Home

The design process started with some internet plans and inspiration images, exhibiting the clients attraction to simple, clean lines yet also wanting a lodge type feel home. The 5 acres they owned was conducive to such a design, nestling the house far from the road at the intersection of the front field and rear woods. The end result was a collaboration between all parties involved and represents well the partnership between the owner, architect and craftsmen who brought the vision to life.











Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Country Chic Kitchen

It's always a pleasure working with the Merkle family. It truly brings to life our tag line, "our family helping yours, since 1978." For we have worked for the entire family, at multiple locations throughout the Cincinnati area, and multiple projects on the same house over the many years we've known this family. And every time it's been a pleasure.

Below are pictures of the most recent projects we completed for them. The remodel dramatically opened up the kitchen to the family room, informal and formal dining room, and assumed a previously unused room of the house, expanding the kitchen.

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 We even made them a table (12' long) to fit there large family around during Sunday night supper.

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

"OK, I'm not going to cry..."

Those were the last words from Cheri as we walked out the door for the last time. She was used to seeing us nearly everyday for the past 3 months, becoming like family to her. Our tagline states, "Our family helping yours, since 1978." And its clients like Cheri that remind me of that truth.
Here are some pictures of the addition and remodel we did to her home, as well as some words from Cheri on the experience:

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opened up and remodeled kitchen

"We've had quite a bit of experience with builders, with four remodels and one new build over the past 20 years. Without a doubt, Meyer Bros & Sons have been the best. They were the most dedicated and highest quality team we've had the pleasure to work with. We downsized to a three-bedroom ranch, then brought in Meyer Bros & Sons to design an addition with a new master suite, spa bath, and walk-in closet. The team also converted an existing bedroom to a laundry/mud room and remodeled the kitchen/living/dining area to an open concept space that is ideal for entertaining and family gatherings. Jeremy impressed us with his design ideas, timely updates, and positive responsiveness. Greg amazed us so many times with his project management and his ability to make/fix just about anything. The tile work was beautifully done. The custom cabinets, interior doors, refinshed floors, and trimwork showed creative craftsmanship and attention to detail. Even the painting and electrical work were far more than we expected. In the end, we felt like they gave us a brand new house with quality finishes and details. They certainly weren't our least expensive bid, but the end result is far beyond our expectations. Superior workmanship from really great people, and we couldn't be happier with the result. We hope to work with them again on a future project!"

laundry room/mud room
new bathroom
barn door
custom vanity
shower
material details
bedroom addition