Wipeable leather seating surrounds a very large extension table in a family-friendly dining room. Built-in storage was added to both sides of the dining room and painted wall color to maintain light and flow from the open living room. The HVAC system is buried in the base of this particular cabinet. Cesar-stone was used at the built-in counter tops for ease when serving buffet-style and the LED under-cabinet lighting is on a dimmer to set the ambiance. General Contractor: Lee Kimball Designer: Tomhill Studio Photo Credit: Sam Gray

Photo: Jessie Preza Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional dark wood floor, brown floor and wallpaper enclosed dining room remodel in Jacksonville with green walls

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Eclectic guest medium tone wood floor bedroom photo in Chicago with white walls and no fireplace

Kitchen and buffet featuring Frosty White matte lacquer and textured Fjord Oak cabinetry with stainless steel strip handle and coordinating bartop. Primary bath featuring textured Black Walnut vanity and tall linen cabinetry with basalt gray powder coated strip handle. German-made LEICHT cabinetry. Installed by Arete Kitchens. Butter Lutz Interiors. Gossett & Co. © Chase Daniel Photography

Example of a transitional entryway design in Orlando

“Immediately upon seeing the space, I knew that we needed to create a narrative that allowed the design to control how you moved through the space,” reports Kimberly, senior interior designer. After surveying each room and learning a bit more about their personal style, we started with the living room remodel. It was clear that the couple wanted to infuse mid-century modern into the design plan. Sourcing the Room & Board Jasper Sofa with its narrow arms and tapered legs, it offered the mid-century look, with the modern comfort the clients are used to. Velvet accent pillows from West Elm and Crate & Barrel add pops of colors but also a subtle touch of luxury, while framed pictures from the couple’s honeymoon personalize the space. Moving to the dining room next, Kimberly decided to add a blue accent wall to emphasize the Horchow two piece Percussion framed art that was to be the focal point of the dining area. The Seno sideboard from Article perfectly accentuated the mid-century style the clients loved while providing much-needed storage space. The palette used throughout both rooms were very New York style, grays, blues, beiges, and whites, to add depth, Kimberly sourced decorative pieces in a mixture of different metals. “The artwork above their bureau in the bedroom is photographs that her father took,” Moving into the bedroom renovation, our designer made sure to continue to stick to the client’s style preference while once again creating a personalized, warm and comforting space by including the photographs taken by the client’s father. The Avery bed added texture and complimented the other colors in the room, while a hidden drawer at the foot pulls out for attached storage, which thrilled the clients. A deco-inspired Faceted mirror from West Elm was a perfect addition to the bedroom due to the illusion of space it provides. The result was a bedroom that was full of mid-century design, personality, and area so they can freely move around. The project resulted in the form of a layered mid-century modern design with touches of luxury but a space that can not only be lived in but serves as an extension of the people who live there. Our designer was able to take a very narrowly shaped Manhattan apartment and revamp it into a spacious home that is great for sophisticated entertaining or comfortably lazy nights in.

Amy Bartlam
Mid-sized trendy medium tone wood floor and brown floor great room photo in Los Angeles with white walls and no fireplace

Hallway - traditional hallway idea in Other

New to the area, this client wanted to modernize and clean up this older 1980's home on one floor covering 3500 sq ft. on the golf course. Clean lines and a neutral material palette blends the home into the landscape, while careful craftsmanship gives the home a clean and contemporary appearance. We first met the client when we were asked to re-design the client future kitchen. The layout was not making any progress with the architect, so they asked us to step and give them a hand. The outcome is wonderful, full and expanse kitchen. The kitchen lead to assisting the client throughout the entire home. We were also challenged to meet the clients desired design details but also to meet a certain budget number.

Dining Room
Example of a mid-sized island style medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed dining room design in Other with beige walls and no fireplace

Inspiration for a large contemporary light wood floor and beige floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Miami with white walls and no fireplace

Bedroom - mid-sized 1960s medium tone wood floor bedroom idea in New York with white walls

Example of a transitional single-wall medium tone wood floor kitchen design in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white appliances, an island and glass tile backsplash

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Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in Chicago

Breezy Coastal-Inspired Hearth Room Sustainable, natural, wholly engaging, and a showcase for their cultural pieces and art was the concept for this home. The couple wanted to use sustainable and environmentally friendly products throughout their home as much as possible. Being from both California and Florida, they wanted a coastal influence that didn’t look contrived or over-stylized in a Midwestern home. Also, they desired a serene, peaceful space where all senses were engaged. Incorporating the Feng Shui elements of wood, fire, earth, metal and water in color, texture and product choice was used in this design. A problem area with the original room was a large, blocky oak fireplace. The top half was removed and the hearth was painted white, opening up the space considerably. The back wall was painted a serene blue as an accent. An overall neutral palette of taupe, blues and grey balanced the wood tones found in the flooring and teak accents the couple acquired on their travels. We recovered their existing love seat with taupe diamond-stripe cotton in a slipcover style, adding to the casual atmosphere of a beach house. Organic cotton, hand-blocked pillows with red cherry blossoms provide a pop of color to the seating. A swivel rocker gives flexibility to multiple focal points and conversation. The 100% hemp rug has a turquoise oversized damask print and is a plush anchor to the hearth setting. A long grey-washed rattan bench serves as a cocktail table and woven Roman shades provide needed contrast to the back wall. A distressed, reclaimed bench sits below bold art as a bright accent area to an overall neutral space. The centerpiece of the room is a large cerulean blue buffet with fretwork & glass doors. A large Buddha head serves as a meditative focal point with Asian-inspired art and lighting. Julie Austin Photography

Inspiration for a farmhouse medium tone wood floor, brown floor, vaulted ceiling, wood ceiling and shiplap wall dining room remodel in Portland with white walls

We created a sense of space in this smallish dining room with a round table and by adding a custom designed buffet server. It is narrower than the standard size, allowing the room to flow better. The painted ceiling—which matches painted curios not visible here—creates a sense of intimacy with the illusion of a dropped ceiling.

Buffet featuring Medallion Cabinetry in Maple Brookhill
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless medium tone wood floor and brown floor hallway remodel in St Louis with white walls

The existing buffet cabinet at left is graced with a new Oregon black walnut slab. At right, a cantilevered portion of the new stainless steel countertop provides a workplace spot--for a helper or for reading a cookbook.