Home Design Ideas

Our clients wanted to add an ensuite bathroom to their charming 1950’s Cape Cod, but they were reluctant to sacrifice the only closet in their owner’s suite. The hall bathroom they’d been sharing with their kids was also in need of an update so we took this into consideration during the design phase to come up with a creative new layout that would tick all their boxes. By relocating the hall bathroom, we were able to create an ensuite bathroom with a generous shower, double vanity, and plenty of space left over for a separate walk-in closet. We paired the classic look of marble with matte black fixtures to add a sophisticated, modern edge. The natural wood tones of the vanity and teak bench bring warmth to the space. A frosted glass pocket door to the walk-through closet provides privacy, but still allows light through. We gave our clients additional storage by building drawers into the Cape Cod’s eave space.

Dogwood Drive Project by Athens Building Group
Garage - mid-sized traditional detached two-car garage idea in New Orleans

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Transitional formal and enclosed living room photo in Boston with beige walls

Small transitional living room photo in San Francisco with gray walls

Tuscan backyard patio photo in San Francisco with a fire pit and no cover

Mid-sized beach style limestone floor front door photo in Los Angeles with a blue front door and white walls

phillip harris
Inspiration for a rustic bathroom remodel in San Francisco with shaker cabinets and gray cabinets

Example of a country bathroom design in New York with a vessel sink, wood countertops and multicolored walls

Interior Design By: Blackband Design 949.872.2234
Elegant alcove bathtub photo in Orange County with a two-piece toilet, white cabinets and gray walls

Sean Litchfield
Transitional dark wood floor and wainscoting dining room photo in New York with gray walls

Set upon an oversized and highly sought-after creekside lot in Brentwood, this ​two story home and full guest home exude a casual, contemporary farmhouse style and vibe. The main residence boasts 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, each ensuite with thoughtful touches that accentuate the home’s overall classic finishes. The master retreat opens to a large balcony overlooking the yard accented by mature bamboo and palms. Other features of the main house include European white oak floors, recessed lighting, built in speaker system, attached 2-car garage and a laundry room with 2 sets of state-of-the-art Samsung washers and dryers. The bedroom suite on the first floor enjoys its own entrance, making it ideal for guests. The open concept kitchen features Calacatta marble countertops, Wolf appliances, wine storage, dual sinks and dishwashers and a walk-in butler’s pantry. The loggia is accessed via La Cantina bi-fold doors that fully open for year-round alfresco dining on the terrace, complete with an outdoor fireplace. The wonderfully imagined yard contains a sparkling pool and spa and a crisp green lawn and lovely deck and patio areas. Step down further to find the detached guest home, which was recognized with a Decade Honor Award by the Los Angeles Chapter of the AIA in 2006, and, in fact, was a frequent haunt of Frank Gehry who inspired its cubist design. The guest house has a bedroom and bathroom, living area, a newly updated kitchen and is surrounded by lush landscaping that maximizes its creekside setting, creating a truly serene oasis.

Transitional u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen photo in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Inspiration for a large timeless enclosed marble floor sunroom remodel in Omaha with white walls

Designer: Kristin Petro; Photographer: kellyallison photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic u-shaped porcelain tile and multicolored floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and slate backsplash

Hendel Homes Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a transitional gray floor dedicated laundry room remodel in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer/dryer, a farmhouse sink, black countertops and gray walls

Vincent Ivicevic
Example of a large classic master white tile ceramic tile freestanding bathtub design in Orange County with an undermount sink, marble countertops and white walls

This beautifully-appointed Tudor home is laden with architectural detail. Beautifully-formed plaster moldings, an original stone fireplace, and 1930s-era woodwork were just a few of the features that drew this young family to purchase the home, however the formal interior felt dark and compartmentalized. The owners enlisted Amy Carman Design to lighten the spaces and bring a modern sensibility to their everyday living experience. Modern furnishings, artwork and a carefully hidden TV in the dinette picture wall bring a sense of fresh, on-trend style and comfort to the home. To provide contrast, the ACD team chose a juxtaposition of traditional and modern items, creating a layered space that knits the client's modern lifestyle together the historic architecture of the home.

Inspiration for a tropical shade landscaping in San Francisco.

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Designer: Tom Rauscher of Rauscher & Associates | Photographer: Spacecrafting
Eat-in kitchen - french country u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, distressed cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island