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Elegant living room photo in New York with a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Photo by David Marlow
Trendy gray tile and porcelain tile walk-in shower photo in Denver with a vessel sink, black cabinets, quartzite countertops and flat-panel cabinets

Hoi Ning Wong
Photo of a traditional full sun formal garden in San Francisco.

Sheila Bridges Design, Inc
Enclosed kitchen - small transitional u-shaped enclosed kitchen idea in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, no island and turquoise cabinets

Photo by Grey Crawford
Example of a small beach style galley dark wood floor kitchen design in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black backsplash and no island

Kitchen by Trend Interior Design
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Tampa with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Windows and door panels reaching for the 12 foot ceilings flood this kitchen with natural light. Custom stainless cabinetry with an integral sink and commercial style faucet carry out the industrial theme of the space. Photo by Lincoln Barber

Elegant bedroom photo in Portland with green walls

Scot Gordon Photography
Inspiration for a transitional staircase remodel in Richmond

Meghan Beierle-O'Brien
Inspiration for a timeless dark wood floor dressing room remodel in Los Angeles with white cabinets

All five bathrooms in this ski home have a refined approach, with Heath Ceramics handmade tile and a unified cabinetry motif throughout. Architecture & interior design by Michael Howells. Photos by David Agnello, copyright 2012.

A modern eclectic living room with beautiful tufted chair and brass tripod floor lamp. Interior design by Darbyshire Designs. Photography by Maria Nino of Viva Pictures.

CHAD CHENIER PHOTOGRAPHY
Inspiration for a small contemporary mirror tile powder room remodel in New Orleans with a wall-mount sink and white walls

Example of a classic l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

brass hardware, sage green cabinets, inset hood, old house, soapstone countertops, terra cotta floor tile, tudor house, vintage lighting
Example of a classic l-shaped red floor kitchen design in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, black backsplash, an island and black countertops

The best of past and present architectural styles combine in this welcoming, farmhouse-inspired design. Clad in low-maintenance siding, the distinctive exterior has plenty of street appeal, with its columned porch, multiple gables, shutters and interesting roof lines. Other exterior highlights included trusses over the garage doors, horizontal lap siding and brick and stone accents. The interior is equally impressive, with an open floor plan that accommodates today’s family and modern lifestyles. An eight-foot covered porch leads into a large foyer and a powder room. Beyond, the spacious first floor includes more than 2,000 square feet, with one side dominated by public spaces that include a large open living room, centrally located kitchen with a large island that seats six and a u-shaped counter plan, formal dining area that seats eight for holidays and special occasions and a convenient laundry and mud room. The left side of the floor plan contains the serene master suite, with an oversized master bath, large walk-in closet and 16 by 18-foot master bedroom that includes a large picture window that lets in maximum light and is perfect for capturing nearby views. Relax with a cup of morning coffee or an evening cocktail on the nearby covered patio, which can be accessed from both the living room and the master bedroom. Upstairs, an additional 900 square feet includes two 11 by 14-foot upper bedrooms with bath and closet and a an approximately 700 square foot guest suite over the garage that includes a relaxing sitting area, galley kitchen and bath, perfect for guests or in-laws.

Jay Adams
Tub/shower combo - mid-sized contemporary 3/4 tub/shower combo idea in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, an undermount sink and solid surface countertops

Elegant l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

In Seattle's Fremont neighborhood SCJ Studio designed a new landscape to surround and set off a contemporary home by Coates Design Architects. The narrow spaces around the tall home needed structure and organization, and a thoughtful approach to layout and space programming. A concrete patio was installed with a Paloform Bento gas fire feature surrounded by lush, northwest planting. A horizontal board cedar fence provides privacy from the street and creates the cozy feeling of an outdoor room among the trees. LED low-voltage lighting by Kichler Lighting adds night-time warmth . Photography by: Miranda Estes Photography