Designed a major addition and interior remodel for a client on Turtle Creek in Dallas. Completed construction documentation, design, 3D renderings and 3D walkthrough for the concept as well as permit-ready plans.

Here's a 3D walkthrough and conceptual imagery of the addition and remodel. I took the existing Post-Modern design and integrated that with a nod to Art Deco and mid-century modern design.

Donovan Lord designed this single story 2200 sf home for a couple in the Dallas area wanting something contemporary but without a flat roof, with privacy in the front and lots of light. The irregular diamond shaped lot created a variety of constraints that helped to shape the overall design of the house. Using these parameters, Donovan created a naturally light-filled and expansive space with 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, and a 2 car garage.

I designed for my clients a complete remodel for this North Dallas home. Once dark, dated, and depressing, I turned it into a modern day home for a family of 4 using custom designed millwork, detailed tile and finishes selections as well as strategic lighting placement. Using actual color paired with neutrals and tile and other finishes with interest helps to elevate this once dank space into the modern era.

This mid century modern home was designed to be contemporary, comfy and welcoming.

The side setbacks and slope dictated creating two simple forms that meet at the slope allowing the entry side to appear modest in scale while enabling an elevated first floor to overlook the lake with a walk-out lower level serving as entertainment space. The two forms overlap to create a spacious and open two story interior with a central chimney element and an elegant steel and wood stair to the second floor. The first floor includes an open kitchen, dining, and living space with panoramic views of the lake, master bedroom suite with private deck. The second floor includes guest rooms, bath, and loft. The lower level includes guest space, den, kitchenette, pool table, sauna, storage, and mechanicals. Passive House principles were used in the design and engineering including super insulated walls, triple pane windows, airtight construction, and balanced ventilation with heat recovery.

A brand new addition replaced part of an old, dilapidated home that was in need of major help.  Part of the home was kept and completely remodeled, the rest was ground up new.

We chose to reuse the existing herringbone hardwood flooring in the new build as well as other reclaimed materials.  The directive we had was to maintain some of the original character of the neighborhood, mostly spanish and Mediterranean style homes mixed with other 20's and 30's popular styles while  bringing it into the 21st century.

This 1912 traditional style house sits on the edge of a large park with four levels that needed updating to better suit the young family’s needs.

A custom wine room was constructed on the lower level to accommodate an area for entertaining guests. The main level was divided into a smaller family room area with a double door opening into the formal living room. The kitchen and butler’s pantry were combined and remodeled for better function.

The second level master bathroom was relocated and created out of an adjacent bedroom, incorporating an existing fireplace and Juliet balcony that looks out to the park.

A new staircase was constructed on the third level as a continuation of the grand staircase in the center of the house.  A gathering and play space opens off the stairs and connects to the third-floor deck. A Jill & Jill bathroom remodel was constructed between the girls’ rooms.

As part of a complete remodel on this McKinney Avenue high rise condo, Donovan Lord designed a complete kitchen remodel.

The cabinetry is 100% custom designed, no off the shelf or RTA cabinetry here.  Made from rift cut whit oak, the lighter cabinets have a clear coat natural finish and the darker cabinets are stained in an ebony finish giving a great sense of contrast and interest to this kitchen.  The kitchen is packed with high end appliances including a Miele built in coffee machine, a wine fridge, Miele integrated hood and Miele gas cooktop as well as a deep single stainless steel sink, an integrated trash compactor and new integrated SubZero refrigerator.

The kitchen's lighting has cable lighting for the main source of light which pulls in the industrial feel of the loft's exposed beams and ductwork, a new custom lightbox suspended above the new island with integrated LED cans and 3 pendants to light it.  Also, above the ceiling panel, above the cabinets, under the cabinets and the toe kicks all have integrated LED lighting - all lighting is dimmable giving the most diverse options for a lighting solution.

All of the cabinetry doors and drawers have Blum hardware and most are without handles for the most seamless look possible.  Instead, one presses the drawers and cabinets and they pop open and close with soft close drawers. There is abundant deep drawer storage for easier access in the new island as well as under the cooktop and sink.   The countertops are Quartz.

Taking cues from both modern and art deco design, Donovan Lord created a sophisticated and modern mix of styles for this family home. Borrowing from both feminine and masculine elements of design, Donovan Lord infused both a playfulness and an erudite quality to the spaces.

Our repeat client wanted us to completely redesign and remodel their outdated 90's Master Bath. They wanted something transitional and modern at the same time.

We provided them with an outstanding design that was unique and met all of their requirements.

Ultimately we ended up with an incredibly gorgeous, warm, and transitionally modern Master Bathroom with radiant heated floor throughout, custom cabinetry, architectural interest and a space that will be classic yet modern for years to come.

Donovan Lord was hired to take a complete shell of a penthouse space (actually two combined) and infuse it with architecture, interior design, and modern and masculine warmth.

We added a 2nd story addition with a new game room, 2 child’s bedrooms and a jack and jill bath as well as a new staircase. We also remodeled the kitchen by expanding it into an unused guest room. We specified a mix of traditional and modern elements for a fresh and updated space.

Donovan Lord took a builder grade Master Bathroom and reconfigured and redesigned it to look upscale and modern while sticking to a strict budget.

Our client wanted to update their outdated and dank game room and upstairs bathroom.

We added an additional window to bring in more light, had it painted a neutral gray, specified real reclaimed wood for a feature wall, rewired the room, installed a built in shelf in the wall for storage for games and books, new pendant light for a pool table or sitting area, and brand new flooring!  The adjacent bathroom we completely updated with brand new tile, new fixtures and lighting.

This is a great example of how Donovan Lord can make a small budget go a long way with non-structural and basic updates to a space.

Updated an entire home in North Dallas from a very dated and highly traditional interior to a contemporary yet warm environment.  From the replacement of the carpet with solid hardwoods, to a complete reconfiguration and rehab of the Master Bathroom, to a stunning refresh of a "Brady Bunch" fireplace to a modern monolith, we brought the clients' dream to fruition.

This spectacular contemporary home needed landscaping that would allow the house to be the star. Using a minimalist palette of ornamental shrubs, ground cover and lush grass, this home’s landscape is wrought with sophistication and allure.

A simple house needs a simple landscape but that doesn’t mean boring.

Creating a green roof over the garage as well as a lush verdant green landscape affords this house the ideal backdrop to nestle into.

Using a mixture of concrete and cortex steel with granite and stone give interest without being busy.

From dust to home, this new modern build was a completely new design for a modern and site-specific home.

Using a modern aesthetic with touches of warm wood in concert with concrete and glass creates a harmony of materiality that can be lacking in a typical home not designed with an architect.

Texas Hill Country’s rolling hills and lush landscape give the perfect backdrop and reflection for this modern home.