Small elegant slate floor and gray floor mudroom photo in Minneapolis with gray walls and a glass front door

Anthony May Photography
Inspiration for a large timeless l-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Chicago with medium tone wood cabinets, wood countertops, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets and beige walls

Douglas Johnson Photography
Inspiration for a timeless split-level wood brown patio remodel in San Francisco with no cover and a fireplace

Elmhurst, IL Residence by Charles Vincent George Architects Photographs by Tony Soluri
Inspiration for a country eat-in kitchen remodel in Chicago with open cabinets, white cabinets and white backsplash

When the owner of this petite c. 1910 cottage in Riverside, RI first considered purchasing it, he fell for its charming front façade and the stunning rear water views. But it needed work. The weather-worn, water-facing back of the house was in dire need of attention. The first-floor kitchen/living/dining areas were cramped. There was no first-floor bathroom, and the second-floor bathroom was a fright. Most surprisingly, there was no rear-facing deck off the kitchen or living areas to allow for outdoor living along the Providence River. In collaboration with the homeowner, KHS proposed a number of renovations and additions. The first priority was a new cantilevered rear deck off an expanded kitchen/dining area and reconstructed sunroom, which was brought up to the main floor level. The cantilever of the deck prevents the need for awkwardly tall supporting posts that could potentially be undermined by a future storm event or rising sea level. To gain more first-floor living space, KHS also proposed capturing the corner of the wrapping front porch as interior kitchen space in order to create a more generous open kitchen/dining/living area, while having minimal impact on how the cottage appears from the curb. Underutilized space in the existing mudroom was also reconfigured to contain a modest full bath and laundry closet. Upstairs, a new full bath was created in an addition between existing bedrooms. It can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the stair hall. Additional closets were added, too. New windows and doors, new heart pine flooring stained to resemble the patina of old pine flooring that remained upstairs, new tile and countertops, new cabinetry, new plumbing and lighting fixtures, as well as a new color palette complete the updated look. Upgraded insulation in areas exposed during the construction and augmented HVAC systems also greatly improved indoor comfort. Today, the cottage continues to charm while also accommodating modern amenities and features.

Inspired by the majesty of the Northern Lights and this family's everlasting love for Disney, this home plays host to enlighteningly open vistas and playful activity. Like its namesake, the beloved Sleeping Beauty, this home embodies family, fantasy and adventure in their truest form. Visions are seldom what they seem, but this home did begin 'Once Upon a Dream'. Welcome, to The Aurora.

Contemporary two-story mixed siding flat roof idea in Toronto

Example of a large classic loft-style dark wood floor family room design in Atlanta with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Ryann Ford
Tuscan master freestanding bathtub photo in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and white walls

Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical white two-story wood gable roof remodel in Miami with a metal roof

Found Creative Studios
Large elegant master white tile and ceramic tile corner shower photo in San Diego with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops and white walls

The deck steps, with built in recessed lighting, span the entire width of the Trex deck and were designed to define the different outdoor rooms and to provide additional seating options when entertaining. Light brown custom cedar screen walls provide privacy along the landscaped terrace and compliment the warm hues of the decking.

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons, Inc. - Architect: Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd. - Interior Design: Martha O’Hara Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography

Inspiration for a large cottage white two-story vinyl house exterior remodel in Atlanta with a shingle roof and a hip roof

With expansive fields and beautiful farmland surrounding it, this historic farmhouse celebrates these views with floor-to-ceiling windows from the kitchen and sitting area. Originally constructed in the late 1700’s, the main house is connected to the barn by a new addition, housing a master bedroom suite and new two-car garage with carriage doors. We kept and restored all of the home’s existing historic single-pane windows, which complement its historic character. On the exterior, a combination of shingles and clapboard siding were continued from the barn and through the new addition.

Elegant l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen photo with white cabinets, beige backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Michelle Wilson Photography
Example of a mid-sized country concrete floor and gray floor dedicated laundry room design in San Francisco with an utility sink, white cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer/dryer, shaker cabinets, wood countertops and beige countertops

A dark backyard was given a new life with dramatic additions of built in planting beds, custom cut salvaged pavers, green screen trellis and a ton of charm. The reclaimed barn doors add a focal point to the east wall while the custom built two-tier planting system allows vines to fill this garden which spans two floors of the client's home.

1950s courtyard tile patio photo in San Francisco with no cover