This modern farmhouse living room features a custom shiplap fireplace by Stonegate Builders, with custom-painted cabinetry by Carver Junk Company. The large rug pattern is mirrored in the handcrafted coffee and end tables, made just for this space.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed carpeted and beige floor living room remodel in Indianapolis with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Brad Meese
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary formal and open concept dark wood floor living room remodel in Chicago with a tile fireplace, a ribbon fireplace, beige walls and a wall-mounted tv

Mid-sized transitional open concept family room photo in DC Metro with gray walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Designer: Jenii Kluver | Photographer: Sarah Utech
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept light wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Chicago with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces. We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem. Extensive alterations include: - a completely redesigned floor plan to promote a more intuitive flow throughout - vaulted the ceilings over the great room to create an amazing entrance and feeling of inspired openness - redesigned entry and driveway to be more inviting and welcoming as well as to experientially set the mid-century modern stage - the removal of a visually disruptive load bearing central wall and chimney system that formerly partitioned the homes’ entry, dining, kitchen and living rooms from each other - added clerestory windows above the new kitchen to accentuate the new vaulted ceiling line and create a greater visual continuation of indoor to outdoor space - drastically increased the access to natural light by increasing window sizes and opening up the floor plan - placed natural wood elements throughout to provide a calming palette and cohesive Pacific Northwest feel - incorporated Universal Design principles to make the home Aging In Place ready with wide hallways and accessible spaces, including single-floor living if needed - moved and completely redesigned the stairway to work for the home’s occupants and be a part of the cohesive design aesthetic - mixed custom tile layouts with more traditional tiling to create fun and playful visual experiences - custom designed and sourced MCM specific elements such as the entry screen, cabinetry and lighting - development of the downstairs for potential future use by an assisted living caretaker - energy efficiency upgrades seamlessly woven in with much improved insulation, ductless mini splits and solar gain

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Chicago with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Mid-sized beach style formal and open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room photo in San Francisco with white walls, a standard fireplace, no tv and a tile fireplace

For our client, who had previous experience working with architects, we enlarged, completely gutted and remodeled this Twin Peaks diamond in the rough. The top floor had a rear-sloping ceiling that cut off the amazing view, so our first task was to raise the roof so the great room had a uniformly high ceiling. Clerestory windows bring in light from all directions. In addition, we removed walls, combined rooms, and installed floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall sliding doors in sleek black aluminum at each floor to create generous rooms with expansive views. At the basement, we created a full-floor art studio flooded with light and with an en-suite bathroom for the artist-owner. New exterior decks, stairs and glass railings create outdoor living opportunities at three of the four levels. We designed modern open-riser stairs with glass railings to replace the existing cramped interior stairs. The kitchen features a 16 foot long island which also functions as a dining table. We designed a custom wall-to-wall bookcase in the family room as well as three sleek tiled fireplaces with integrated bookcases. The bathrooms are entirely new and feature floating vanities and a modern freestanding tub in the master. Clean detailing and luxurious, contemporary finishes complete the look.

This house is nestled in the suburbs of Detroit. It is a 1950s two story brick colonial that was in major need of some updates. We kept all of the existing architectural features of this home including cove ceilings, wood floors moldings. I didn't want to take away the style of the home, I just wanted to update it. When I started, the floors were stained almost red, every room had a different color on the walls, and the kitchen and bathrooms hadn't been touched in decades. It was all out of date and out of style. The formal living room is adjacent to the front door and foyer area. The picture window lets in a ton of natural light. The coves, frames and moldings are all painted a bright white with light gray paint on the walls. I kept and repainted the wood mantel, laid new gray ceramic tile in the hearth from Ann Sacks. Photo by Martin Vecchio.

Michele Lee Wilson
Example of a mid-sized arts and crafts formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor and green floor living room design in San Francisco with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Example of a mid-sized farmhouse open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room design in Atlanta with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

A lovely, relaxing family room, complete with gorgeous stone surround fireplace, topped with beautiful crown molding and beadboard above. Open beams and a painted ceiling, the French Slider doors with transoms all contribute to the feeling of lightness and space. Gorgeous hardwood flooring, buttboard walls behind the open book shelves and white crown molding for the cabinets, floorboards, door framing...simply lovely.

View from kitchen to new large family room, showing roof framing hand built trusses, with engineered collar ties. Painted shaker style cabinets
Family room - mid-sized transitional enclosed dark wood floor and brown floor family room idea in Seattle with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a tv stand

Chantal Vu
Mid-sized trendy open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room photo in San Diego with gray walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Michelle Drewes
Living room - mid-sized transitional open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room idea in San Francisco with gray walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Example of a mid-sized trendy medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room design in Dallas with a music area, white walls, no fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Troy Thies Photography
Living room - mid-sized traditional formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor living room idea in Minneapolis with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

The adjoining cozy family room is highlighted by a herringbone tile fireplace surround and built-in shelving. Bright pops of color add to the interest.