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Rosalind Brinn Pope Interior Design
Cottage Style Lake house
Mid-sized beach style blue one-story wood exterior home photo in Indianapolis with a shingle roof
Mid-sized beach style blue one-story wood exterior home photo in Indianapolis with a shingle roof
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Hills & Grant
Photo: Lisa Petrole
Example of a huge minimalist open concept and formal porcelain tile and gray floor living room design in San Francisco with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv
Example of a huge minimalist open concept and formal porcelain tile and gray floor living room design in San Francisco with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv
Living Stone Design + Build
Inspiration for a large rustic dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, window backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops
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Inspiration for a cottage gender-neutral carpeted and beige floor kids' room remodel in Denver with white walls
Inspiration for a cottage gender-neutral carpeted and beige floor kids' room remodel in Denver with white walls
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Lauren Rubenstein Photography
Large farmhouse l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, black countertops and solid surface countertops
Large farmhouse l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, black countertops and solid surface countertops
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Central Ohio's Trusted Home Remodeler Specializing in Kitchens & Baths
Dona Rosene Interiors
FIRST PLACE 2018 ASID DESIGN OVATION AWARD / MASTER BATH OVER $50,000. In addition to a much-needed update, the clients desired a spa-like environment for their Master Bath. Sea Pearl Quartzite slabs were used on an entire wall and around the vanity and served as this ethereal palette inspiration. Luxuries include a soaking tub, decorative lighting, heated floor, towel warmers and bidet. Michael Hunter
Crisp Architects
Kitchen with concrete countertop island and pendant lighting.
Inspiration for a large cottage u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, concrete countertops, white backsplash, wood backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops
Inspiration for a large cottage u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, concrete countertops, white backsplash, wood backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops
SagreraBrazil Design, Inc.
Powder Room
Powder room - contemporary gray tile powder room idea in San Francisco with white walls, a vessel sink and gray countertops
Powder room - contemporary gray tile powder room idea in San Francisco with white walls, a vessel sink and gray countertops
SINGLEPOINT DESIGN BUILD INC.
Open concept kitchen - large contemporary u-shaped open concept kitchen idea in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, brown backsplash, wood backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island
Lowell Custom Homes
Lowell Custom Homes, Lake Geneva, WI., Living room with open and airy concept, large window walls and center fireplace with detailed wood mantel. Volume ceiling with beams and center globe light fixture.
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BK Design Studio
Robert Elliott Custom Homes
Example of a transitional beige two-story stucco exterior home design in Dallas with a shingle roof and a gray roof
Example of a transitional beige two-story stucco exterior home design in Dallas with a shingle roof and a gray roof
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Cerami Builders Inc
Photography by Paul Dyer
Mid-sized trendy wooden straight metal railing staircase photo in San Francisco with wooden risers
Mid-sized trendy wooden straight metal railing staircase photo in San Francisco with wooden risers
Cabinets To Go
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped light wood floor, beige floor, exposed beam and vaulted ceiling kitchen remodel in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops
TKS Design Group
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For many, extra time at home during COVID left them wanting more from their homes. Whether you realized the shortcomings of your space or simply wanted to combat boredom, a well-designed and functional home was no longer a want, it became a need. Tina found herself wanting more from her Old Irving Park home and reached out to The Kitchen Studio about adding function to her kitchen to make the most of the available real estate.
At the end of the day, there is nothing better than returning home to a bright and happy space you love. And this kitchen wasn’t that for Tina. Dark and dated, with a palette from the past and features that didn’t make the most of the available square footage, this remodel required vision and a fresh approach to the space. Lead designer, Stephanie Cole’s main design goal was better flow, while adding greater functionality with organized storage, accessible open shelving, and an overall sense of cohesion with the adjoining family room.
The original kitchen featured a large pizza oven, which was rarely used, yet its footprint limited storage space. The nearby pantry had become a catch-all, lacking the organization needed in the home. The initial plan was to keep the pizza oven, but eventually Tina realized she preferred the design possibilities that came from removing this cumbersome feature, with the goal of adding function throughout the upgraded and elevated space. Eliminating the pantry added square footage and length to the kitchen for greater function and more storage. This redesigned space reflects how she lives and uses her home, as well as her love for entertaining.
The kitchen features a classic, clean, and timeless palette. White cabinetry, with brass and bronze finishes, contrasts with rich wood flooring, and lets the large, deep blue island in Woodland’s custom color Harbor – a neutral, yet statement color – draw your eye.
The kitchen was the main priority. In addition to updating and elevating this space, Tina wanted to maximize what her home had to offer. From moving the location of the patio door and eliminating a window to removing an existing closet in the mudroom and the cluttered pantry, the kitchen footprint grew. Once the floorplan was set, it was time to bring cohesion to her home, creating connection between the kitchen and surrounding spaces.
The color palette carries into the mudroom, where we added beautiful new cabinetry, practical bench seating, and accessible hooks, perfect for guests and everyday living. The nearby bar continues the aesthetic, with stunning Carrara marble subway tile, hints of brass and bronze, and a design that further captures the vibe of the kitchen.
Every home has its unique design challenges. But with a fresh perspective and a bit of creativity, there is always a way to give the client exactly what they want [and need]. In this particular kitchen, the existing soffits and high slanted ceilings added a layer of complexity to the lighting layout and upper perimeter cabinets.
While a space needs to look good, it also needs to function well. This meant making the most of the height of the room and accounting for the varied ceiling features, while also giving Tina everything she wanted and more. Pendants and task lighting paired with an abundance of natural light amplify the bright aesthetic. The cabinetry layout and design compliments the soffits with subtle profile details that bring everything together. The tile selections add visual interest, drawing the eye to the focal area above the range. Glass-doored cabinets further customize the space and give the illusion of even more height within the room.
While her family may be grown and out of the house, Tina was focused on adding function without sacrificing a stunning aesthetic and dreamy finishes that make the kitchen the gathering place of any home. It was time to love her kitchen again, and if you’re wondering what she loves most, it’s the niche with glass door cabinetry and open shelving for display paired with the marble mosaic backsplash over the range and complimenting hood. Each of these features is a stunning point of interest within the kitchen – both brag-worthy additions to a perimeter layout that previously felt limited and lacking.
Whether your remodel is the result of special needs in your home or simply the excitement of focusing your energy on creating a fun new aesthetic, we are here for it. We love a good challenge because there is always a way to make a space better – adding function and beauty simultaneously.
Urban Luxe Design + Property Group
We are obsessed with the Benjamin Moore 2023 Color of the Year - Waller Green CW-510. Smokey and rich...perfect for the emerging dark and moody aesthetic we are seeing more and more throughout DC!
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Build: Robson Homes / Photography: Agnieszka Jakubowicz
Inspiration for a coastal bedroom remodel in San Francisco
Inspiration for a coastal bedroom remodel in San Francisco
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