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June 2015 | ForResidentialPros.com | 35 Circle No. 23 on Product Card Circle No. 22 on Product Card An abundance of textures add depth and warmth to a compact powder room space. Reminiscent of a jewelry piece, this chiseled glass vessel sink sits atop a furniture-inspired vanity in warm gray. als," Banfeld says. He adds that he achieved a balance of what he identi- fes as masculine and feminine forms through a blending of strong lines, mixed materials and carefully se- lected accessories. A custom shower features slate meeting soft marble in mild grays and whites. Warm gray repeats on the furniture-inspired vanity, which supports a chiseled glass vessel sink that is reminiscent of a piece of jewelry. "What I truly love about this room is the exclusively cut marble tiling and pattern that is carried through the entire space, ofering understated detail with a timeless look and feel," Banfeld continues. The kitchen's details are the story of that space. Banfeld says: "What makes this kitchen truly unique is the custom designed marble piece behind the cooktop. Carved with an organic pattern, it adds texture and dimension to the space against the rift oak cabinets." He identifes the juxtaposition of natural materials and forms through- out the kitchen as a mark of West Coast design, particularly in the live- edge shelving, whose edge is repeated in the bench seating and is meant to complement the quartz countertops fnished with a waterfall edge. COLLABORATION IS KEY Banfeld identifes his frm's collab- orative approach as a foundation for success. "I think it's the biggest factor," he says. "We collaborate on every proj- ect. Essentially, you are not just hiring one designer; you are hiring an entire team with diverse expertise." This collaboration at JBD extends from the physical design to the pro- cess of building out the space, and working with allied professionals. "Instead of just providing a design concept, we work to create a strong plan and process, which we believe is im - portant to the success of every project. We guarantee client satisfaction and projects that are delivered on time and on budget. With years of experience in the interior design industry, we have forged strong partnerships with build- ers, contractors, trades and suppliers." Banfeld concludes: "Our business philosophy is rooted in communica- tion and collaboration." Photos: Josh Lasko