Farmhouse single-wall gray floor wet bar photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, mirror backsplash and beige countertops

Angie Seckinger
Inspiration for a huge timeless indoor stone and rectangular lap pool remodel in DC Metro

The kitchen features a sophisticated mix of clean white cabinets and a large, dark wood central island. To the left, is a built-in hutch/coffee drink station in a bright saturated teal. Luxurious white countertops with light grey veining wrap the surfaces.Three large glass cloche pendant lights hang from a coffered ceiling, adding a touch of artisan flair. The island is paired with four eclectic dark wood stools from Baker Furniture featuring an intricate lattice-back design and pale blue cushions.

Lance Gerber
Living room - mediterranean brown floor living room idea in Los Angeles with white walls and a standard fireplace

A family home in the West Hills of Portland. Photographed by Chris Dibble
Transitional sunroom photo in Portland with a standard ceiling

Laurence Taylor, Taylor Architectural Photography
Beach style guest carpeted bedroom photo in Tampa with green walls

An imposing heritage oak and fountain frame a strong central axis leading from the motor court to the front door, through a grand stair hall into the public spaces of this Italianate home designed for entertaining, out to the gardens and finally terminating at the pool and semi-circular columned cabana. Gracious terraces and formal interiors characterize this stately home.

Example of a trendy bedroom design in Charlotte

Schroeder Design/Build designed a new addition to replace an existing aluminum sunroom on this Fairfax home. This new space can be used all year and has a beautiful window wall and solar tubes. The beautiful view and all the natural light makes you feel like you are sitting outdoors. Greg Hadley

Patio kitchen - large transitional backyard stone patio kitchen idea in Houston with a pergola

Example of a cottage medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room design in Other with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Table Lamps OritJonny Valiant
Living room - transitional formal medium tone wood floor living room idea in New York with beige walls

Inspiration for a coastal dark wood floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in DC Metro with beige walls

These clients came to my office looking for an architect who could design their "empty nest" home that would be the focus of their soon to be extended family. A place where the kids and grand kids would want to hang out: with a pool, open family room/ kitchen, garden; but also one-story so there wouldn't be any unnecessary stairs to climb. They wanted the design to feel like "old Pasadena" with the coziness and attention to detail that the era embraced. My sensibilities led me to recall the wonderful classic mansions of San Marino, so I designed a manor house clad in trim Bluestone with a steep French slate roof and clean white entry, eave and dormer moldings that would blend organically with the future hardscape plan and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. The site was a deep, flat lot that had been half of the old Joan Crawford estate; the part that had an abandoned swimming pool and small cabana. I envisioned a pavilion filled with natural light set in a beautifully planted park with garden views from all sides. Having a one-story house allowed for tall and interesting shaped ceilings that carved into the sheer angles of the roof. The most private area of the house would be the central loggia with skylights ensconced in a deep woodwork lattice grid and would be reminiscent of the outdoor “Salas” found in early Californian homes. The family would soon gather there and enjoy warm afternoons and the wonderfully cool evening hours together. Working with interior designer Jeffrey Hitchcock, we designed an open family room/kitchen with high dark wood beamed ceilings, dormer windows for daylight, custom raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and a textured glass tile splash. Natural light and gentle breezes flow through the many French doors and windows located to accommodate not only the garden views, but the prevailing sun and wind as well. The graceful living room features a dramatic vaulted white painted wood ceiling and grand fireplace flanked by generous double hung French windows and elegant drapery. A deeply cased opening draws one into the wainscot paneled dining room that is highlighted by hand painted scenic wallpaper and a barrel vaulted ceiling. The walnut paneled library opens up to reveal the waterfall feature in the back garden. Equally picturesque and restful is the view from the rotunda in the master bedroom suite. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Jeffrey Hitchcock Enterprises Contractor: Synergy General Contractors, Inc. Landscape Design: LZ Design Group, Inc. Photography: Laura Hull

Mark Tepe
Inspiration for a timeless backyard patio remodel in Cincinnati with a fireplace

5 Compo Beach Road | Exceptional Westport Waterfront Property Welcome to the Ultimate Westport Lifestyle….. Exclusive & highly sought after Compo Beach location, just up from the Compo Beach Yacht Basin & across from Longshore Golf Club. This impressive 6BD, 6.5BA, 5000SF+ Hamptons designed beach home presents fabulous curb appeal & stunning sunset & waterviews. Architectural significance augments the tasteful interior & highlights the exquisite craftsmanship & detailed millwork. Gorgeous high ceiling & abundant over-sized windows compliment the appealing open floor design & impeccable style. The inviting Mahogany front porch provides the ideal spot to enjoy the magnificent sunsets over the water. A rare treasure in the Beach area, this home offers a square level lot that perfectly accommodates a pool. (Proposed Design Plan provided.) FEMA compliant. This pristine & sophisticated, yet, welcoming home extends unrestricted comfort & luxury in a superb beach location…..Absolute perfection at the shore.

Richard Leo Johnson
Bedroom - farmhouse guest light wood floor bedroom idea in Atlanta with white walls and no fireplace

Trendy porcelain tile and beige floor hallway photo in Orange County with white walls

Photo Credit : Lauren Brown www.versatileimaging.com
Patio - mid-sized traditional backyard stone patio idea in Dallas with a pergola