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Red brick walls, steel framing and corrugated iron ceilings retain the integrity of this former chocolate factory

For doors with sharp, hard-wearing finishes or to revamp and revive your kitchen cabinets, the Loui Corporation can provide the right paint product

Keeping to the original footprint of this 1930s Californian bungalow, the architect gutted the interior to create a spacious, open-ended living area that flows seamlessly to the outdoors

The owners of this house have commandeered the top floor to create their own private retreat

A seamless extension has magically transformed this1930s house, while leaving its character intact

First get the basics right then introduce the innovative touches. That was the designer's recipe for the renovation of this 1930s bungalow kitchen

Fireplaces that are colour-matched to suit your individual interior scheme are available from Flameboyant

Simple bathroom fixtures spell sophistication

As well as energy savings, you can enjoy lower heating bills with Fireplace Xtrordinair's new GreenSmart technology

In a past life, this mini mansion was the setting for glittering soirees for the San Francisco elite. The latest refurbishment of the house known as the Jewel Box of Nob Hill has transformed a 1960s add-on to the top floor

From a late '30s brick colonial to a highly modern composition although completely rebuilt, this house remains in tune with the architectural fabric of the neighborhood

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