Family room - large transitional open concept gray floor and laminate floor family room idea with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Living room - mid-sized 1950s open concept laminate floor and vaulted ceiling living room idea in Orange County with white walls, a corner fireplace and a shiplap fireplace

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.

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.

Black and white trim and warm gray walls create transitional style in a small-space living room.
Living room - small transitional laminate floor and brown floor living room idea in Minneapolis with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

For the living room, we chose to keep it open and airy. The large fan adds visual interest while all of the furnishings remained neutral. The wall color is Functional Gray from Sherwin Williams. The fireplace was covered in American Clay in order to give it the look of concrete. We had custom benches made out of reclaimed barn wood that flank either side of the fireplace. The TV is on a mount that can be pulled out from the wall and swivels, when the TV is not being watched, it can easily be pushed back away.

Centered on the 11' high living room wall is a propane fireplace with a rounded and tapered fireplace surround. Pine planks and faux beams give the ceiling a warm, rustic presence. Photo by V. Wooster.

IDS (Interior Design Society) Designer of the Year - National Competition - 3rd Place award winning Living Space ($30,000 & Under category) Photo by: Shawn St. Peter Photography - What designer could pass on the opportunity to buy a floating home like the one featured in the movie Sleepless in Seattle? Well, not this one! When I purchased this floating home from my aunt and uncle, I undertook a huge out-of-state remodel. Up for the challenge, I grabbed my water wings, sketchpad, & measuring tape. It was sink or swim for Patricia Lockwood to finish before the end of 2014. The big reveal for the finished houseboat on Sauvie Island will be in the summer of 2015 - so stay tuned.

C. Peterson
Example of a mid-sized urban open concept laminate floor and gray floor living room design in San Francisco with gray walls and a ribbon fireplace

Bright and refreshing space in Los Gatos, CA opened up by modern neutrals and bold design choices. Each piece is unique on it's own but does not overwhelm the small space.

Mid-sized mountain style enclosed laminate floor living room photo in San Francisco with white walls, no fireplace and no tv

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal and enclosed gray floor and laminate floor living room remodel in Orange County with white walls, no fireplace and no tv

Example of a large trendy open concept laminate floor living room library design in San Diego with white walls

ReDesign space above garage. Now guest suites for VRBO in Waldport, Oregon. Media, living space, bathroom, two bedrooms, pull out sleepers, and kitchen with ocean front view. Cody Cha Photography. VRBO # 255539

Living room - large craftsman open concept laminate floor living room idea in Jacksonville with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Example of a small transitional open concept laminate floor and brown floor living room design in Philadelphia with gray walls

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Inspiration for a mid-sized laminate floor and gray floor sunroom remodel in Austin with no fireplace and a standard ceiling

This quaint beach cottage is nestled on the coastal shores of Martha's Vineyard.
Inspiration for a mid-sized coastal laminate floor family room remodel in Boston with white walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Sherwin Williams Paint #6253 ‘Olympus White’, Mannington Restoration Laminate in Black Forest Oak Weathered.
Family room - transitional laminate floor and brown floor family room idea with gray walls