Cereal boxes, pasta, small appliances, all can be tucked away, but still easily accessible. Photo by Bill Cartledge
Example of a large classic u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, multicolored backsplash, wood backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Elegant l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in New York with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and brown countertops

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Example of a classic entryway design in Philadelphia

This custom swimming pool features a unique outdoor bar area with top of the line outdoor kitchen appliances. The beautiful swimming pool features several bowl water features, a custom fire bowl feature, and copper scuppers surrounded by dry-stack stone.

Custom home construction in Stamford, CT
Garage - traditional detached three-car garage idea in New York

Photo: Mina Brinkey © 2014 Houzz
Example of a beach style living room design in Miami with white walls

The master bathroom boasts his and her furniture like vanities. Raising them up with open space beneath gives room for additional storage. Photo by Bill Cartledge

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Inspiration for an eclectic mosaic tile floor bathroom remodel in New York with multicolored walls

Photo of a victorian landscaping in Boston.

The room that gets talked about the most is the mudroom. With two active teenagers and a busy lifestyle, organization is key. Every member of the family has his or her own spot and can easily find his or her outerwear, shoes, or athletic equipment. Having the custom made oak bench makes changing foot gear easier. The porcelain tile is easy to maintain. Photo by Bill Cartledge

pool with hydraulic floor, movable shade canopy
Patio - contemporary patio idea in New York with a gazebo

Above the kitchen, the third bedroom feels like an extension of the living room with the oversized picture window. Today, this room is my office but when guests visit, the sofa easily pulls-out to an extra bed and this becomes an en-suite guest room.

Engineered as a gas insert or zero clearance fireplace for new construction (depending on your specific needs) the Portrait 530 offers two slim design fire box options. Installation possibilities become vast and welcome your architectural and interior design inspirations. Solid casting with dark, strong features accentuate the President's vertical format. Beautiful attention to detail is recognized as radiant flames illuminate the cast base, reflecting warmth to objects in the room. A presidential update and upgraded to existing fireplace surrounds, compact framing plate options provide a functional transition to existing stone and mantel work - a welcomed feature when trying to maintain the heritage look of your home.

Photo: Caela McKeever © 2015 Houzz
Inspiration for a bathroom remodel in Seattle

This Houston kitchen remodel and whole-house redesign was nothing less than a time machine – zooming a 40-year-old living space into 2017! “The kitchen had formica countertops, old wood cabinets, a strange layout and low ceilings,” says Lisha Maxey, lead designer for Outdoor Homescapes of Houston and owner of LGH Design Services. “We basically took it down to the studs to create the new space. It even had original terrazzo tile in the foyer! Almost never see that anymore.” The new look is all 2017, starting with a pure white maple wood for the new kitchen cabinetry and a 13-foot butcher block island. The china hutch, beam and columns are walnut. The small kitchen countertop (on fridge side) is Corian. The flooring is solid hickory with a natural stain. The backsplash is Moroccan blue glass. In the island, Outdoor Homescapes added a small, stainless steel prep sink and a large porcelain sink. All finishes are brushed stainless steel except for the pot filler, which is copper. “The look is very transitional, with a hearty mix of antiques the client wanted incorporated and the contemporary open concept look of today,” says Lisha. “The bar stools are actually reclaimed science class stools that my client picked up at a local fair. It was an awesome find!” In addition to the kitchen, the home’s first-floor half bath, living room and den also got an update. Outdoor Homescapes also built storage into the space under the stairs and warmed up the entry with custom blue and beige wallpaper. “In the half bath, we used the client’s favorite color, orange,” says Lisha. “We added a vessel bowl that was also found at a fair and an antique chandelier to top it off.” The paint in that room was textured by running a dry brush vertically while the paint was still wet. “It appears to be wallpaper, but not!” explains Lisha. Outdoor Homescapes also used black/white custom tiles in the bath and laundry room to tie it all in. Lisha used antique pieces in the laundry room with a custom black/white porcelain floor. To open up the wall between the old kitchen and living room, we had to install a 26’ steel I-beam to support the second floor. It was an engineering feat! Took six men to get it into place! “The client – an empty nester couple – had already done their upstairs remodel and they knew the first floor would be a gut-out,” continues Lisha. “The home was in very poor condition prior to the remodel, and everything needed to go. Basically, wife told husband, we either do this remodel or we sell the house. And Mr. inherited it from his Mom, so it has sentimental value to him.” Lisha loves how original it turned out, noting the refreshing department from the usual all-white kitchen with black/white flooring, Carrera marble or granite countertops and subway tile. “The clients were open to mixing up styles and working with me to make it come together,” she says. “I think there’s a new excitement in mixing the decades and finding a way to allow clients to hold on to treasured antiques or special pieces while incorporating them in a more modern space. Her favorite area is the large island. “I love that they will spend holidays and regular days around that space,” she says. “It’s just so welcoming!”

Example of a transitional freestanding desk light wood floor and beige floor home office design in Houston with beige walls

Interior by Pillar 3 Design Mural by Pillar 3 Design Custom Bed by Pillar 3 Design and Garrett Stovall. Photo by Brian Wilson
Beach style girl dark wood floor kids' room photo in Other with multicolored walls

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