Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless master ceramic tile and gray floor freestanding bathtub remodel in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls, an undermount sink and granite countertops

The Tice Residences replace a run-down and aging duplex with two separate, modern, Santa Barbara homes. Although the unique creek-side site (which the client’s original home looked toward across a small ravine) proposed significant challenges, the clients were certain they wanted to live on the lush “Riviera” hillside. The challenges presented were ultimately overcome through a thorough and careful study of site conditions. With an extremely efficient use of space and strategic placement of windows and decks, privacy is maintained while affording expansive views from each home to the creek, downtown Santa Barbara and Pacific Ocean beyond. Both homes appear to have far more openness than their compact lots afford. The solution strikes a balance between enclosure and openness. Walls and landscape elements divide and protect two private domains, and are in turn, carefully penetrated to reveal views. Both homes are variations on one consistent theme: elegant composition of contemporary, “warm” materials; strong roof planes punctuated by vertical masses; and floating decks. The project forms an intimate connection with its setting by using site-excavated stone, terracing landscape planters with native plantings, and utilizing the shade provided by its ancient Riviera Oak trees. 2012 AIA Santa Barbara Chapter Merit Award Jim Bartsch Photography

Master bathroom suite in a classic design of white inset cabinetry, tray ceiling finished with crown molding. The free standing Victoria Albert tub set on a marble stage and stunning chandelier. The flooring is marble in a herring bone pattern and walls are subway. Photos by Blackstock Photography

Treve Johnson Photography
Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped dark wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, stone tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Lindsey Denny
Example of a large trendy backyard stamped concrete patio design in Kansas City with a fire pit and a roof extension

Kate Bruinsma - Photos By Kaity
Country u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen photo in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Meandering flagstone & Dymondia pathway leads to the fire pit 'room.'
Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.

Lake Front Country Estate Master Bedroom, designed by Tom Markalunas, built by Resort Custom Homes. Photography by Rachael Boling.
Inspiration for a huge timeless master medium tone wood floor bedroom remodel in Other with white walls and no fireplace

Mid-sized mountain style open concept family room photo in Denver with a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and white walls

A compact entryway in downtown Brooklyn was in need of some love (and storage!). A geometric wallpaper was added to one wall to bring in some zing, with wooden coat hooks of multiple sizes at adult and kid levels. A small console table allows for additional storage within the space, and a stool provides a place to sit and change shoes.

Example of a classic living room design in DC Metro with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Example of a classic built-in desk home office design in Wichita

Matthew Kleinrock
Elegant gender-neutral playroom photo in DC Metro with beige walls

Photo: Narayanan Narayanan, Andrew Petrich
Mid-sized trendy backyard rectangular lap pool house photo in Santa Barbara with decking

Photos by: John Willbanks
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen idea in Seattle with stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, gray backsplash, no island and an undermount sink

Sarah Dorio
Trendy kitchen photo in Atlanta with green cabinets and shaker cabinets

This is an example of a shabby-chic style backyard landscaping in Los Angeles for summer.

Example of a mid-sized classic white two-story wood gable roof design in Bridgeport with a mixed material roof

Foyer - large traditional medium tone wood floor and brown floor foyer idea in Richmond with beige walls