Example of a small trendy galley light wood floor open concept kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

The family room updates included replacing the existing brick fireplace with natural stone and adding a custom floating mantel, installing a gorgeous coffered ceiling and re-configuring the built- ins.

Transitional carpeted and vaulted ceiling living room photo in Boston with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Example of a small transitional 3/4 white tile and ceramic tile mosaic tile floor, white floor and double-sink bathroom design in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Minimalist open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room photo in New York with white walls, no fireplace and no tv

Bob Fortner Photography
Mid-sized farmhouse master white tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile and brown floor bathroom photo in Raleigh with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops

Jeri Koegel
Transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless gender-neutral dark wood floor and brown floor walk-in closet remodel in Jacksonville with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets

Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen remodel in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Small transitional dark wood floor and brown floor powder room photo in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, orange walls, a vessel sink and gray countertops

Like most of our projects, we can't gush about this reno—a new kitchen and mudroom, ensuite closet and pantry—without gushing about the people who live there. The best projects, we always say, are the ones in which client, contractor and design team are all present throughout, conception to completion, each bringing their particular expertise to the table and forming a cohesive, trustworthy team that is mutually invested in a smooth and successful process. They listen to each other, give the benefit of the doubt to each other, do what they say they'll do. This project exemplified that kind of team, and it shows in the results. Most obvious is the opening up of the kitchen to the dining room, decompartmentalizing somewhat a century-old bungalow that was originally quite purposefully compartmentalized. As a result, the kitchen had to become a place one wanted to see clear through from the front door. Inset cabinets and carefully selected details make the functional heart of the house equal in elegance to the more "public" gathering spaces, with their craftsman depth and detail. An old back porch was converted to interior space, creating a mudroom and a much-needed ensuite walk-in closet. A new, larger deck went on: Phase One of an extensive design for outdoor living, that we all hope will be realized over the next few years. Finally, a duplicative back stairwell was repurposed into a walk-in pantry. Modernizing often means opening spaces up for more casual living and entertaining, and/or making better use of dead space. In this re-conceptualized old house, we did all of that, creating a back-of-the-house that is now bright and cheerful and new, while carefully incorporating meaningful vintage and personal elements. The best result of all: the clients are thrilled. And everyone who went in to the project came out of it friends. Contractor: Stumpner Building Services Cabinetry: Stoll’s Woodworking Photographer: Gina Rogers

Lincoln Barbour
Living room - mid-sized 1960s open concept living room idea in Portland with orange walls, a wall-mounted tv, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace

Caroline Allison
Patio - mid-sized coastal backyard patio idea in Miami with a roof extension

Transitional white floor and double-sink claw-foot bathtub photo in Nashville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink and white countertops

Transitional freestanding desk dark wood floor and brown floor study room photo in Houston with gray walls

Study room - mid-sized transitional built-in desk dark wood floor study room idea in Minneapolis with multicolored walls and no fireplace

The simple use of black and white…classic, timeless, elegant. No better words could describe the renovation of this kitchen, dining room and seating area. First, an amazing wall of custom cabinets was installed. The home’s 10’ ceilings provided a nice opportunity to stack up decorative glass cabinetry and highly crafted crown moldings on top, while maintaining a considerable amount of cabinetry just below it. The custom-made brush stroke finished cabinetry is highlighted by a chimney-style wood hood surround with leaded glass cabinets. Custom display cabinets with leaded glass also separate the kitchen from the dining room. Next, the homeowner installed a 5’ x 14’ island finished in black. It houses the main sink with a pedal style control disposal, dishwasher, microwave, second bar sink, beverage center refrigerator and still has room to sit five to six people. The hardwood floor in the kitchen and family room matches the rest of the house. The homeowner wanted to use a very selective white quartzite stone for counters and backsplash to add to the brightness of their kitchen. Contemporary chandeliers over the island are timeless and elegant. High end appliances covered by custom panels are part of this featured project, both to satisfy the owner’s needs and to implement the classic look desired for this kitchen. Beautiful dining and living areas surround this kitchen. All done in a contemporary style to create a seamless design and feel the owner had in mind.

Inspiration for a 1950s l-shaped light wood floor and exposed beam eat-in kitchen remodel in Portland with a drop-in sink, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Ginnifer Heinrichs
Large country exterior home idea in Oklahoma City