Example of a mid-sized classic open concept carpeted living room design in Minneapolis with gray walls, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Renovated Front Room of 1950's MidCentury Ranch Home. Opened Floor Plan and Added Clerestory Windows and New Front and Back Patios. Indoor/Outdoor Living. www.davidlauerphotography.com

Photographer Peter Peirce
Eat-in kitchen - large contemporary u-shaped porcelain tile and beige floor eat-in kitchen idea in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, limestone countertops, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Lighting integrated into the living room's cherry soffits focuses attention on works of art.
Small trendy loft-style medium tone wood floor living room photo in Toronto with white walls

With two small children and a third on the way, the owners of an original eighteenth century Cape were quickly out-growing it, but they had no desire to move away from the Cape Cod home and location they loved. They simply needed a reconfigured layout and more space. Their goals included repurposing some existing rooms, adding a new kitchen/family area plus screen porch on the first level, and creating a master suite and roof deck with an outdoor shower on the second level, connected by a new stair. Our challenge was to improve the flow between existing spaces, and design the two-story addition without overwhelming the pint-sized original Cape. We took advantage of the lower grade at the rear of the property to step the first floor of the addition down two steps from the existing main level. This allowed us to align the second floor in the addition with the existing second floor, while gaining ceiling height in the new first-floor kitchen/family area. We composed a cross-gabled form for the addition to improve the second floor headroom, while maintaining the existing eave line. We then extended some existing shed dormers to gain headroom and enhance function. We also expanded the outdoor living area with privacy walls along the roof deck. New, larger, double–hung windows that match the lite configuration of the existing windows, along with new side-wall shingles and trim which resemble the existing exterior treatment help to tie the new addition to the old Cape. Though there’s no mistaking the new for the old, the two are simpatico. Katie Hutchison Studio collaborated with Geoffrey Koper Architect of Yarmouth Port, Mass. on the Yarmouth Port Antique Cape Renovation and Addition. Kitchen fit-out and interior finishes, fixtures, and furnishings by others. photo by Katie Hutchison

The goal for this Point Loma home was to transform it from the adorable beach bungalow it already was by expanding its footprint and giving it distinctive Craftsman characteristics while achieving a comfortable, modern aesthetic inside that perfectly caters to the active young family who lives here. By extending and reconfiguring the front portion of the home, we were able to not only add significant square footage, but create much needed usable space for a home office and comfortable family living room that flows directly into a large, open plan kitchen and dining area. A custom built-in entertainment center accented with shiplap is the focal point for the living room and the light color of the walls are perfect with the natural light that floods the space, courtesy of strategically placed windows and skylights. The kitchen was redone to feel modern and accommodate the homeowners busy lifestyle and love of entertaining. Beautiful white kitchen cabinetry sets the stage for a large island that packs a pop of color in a gorgeous teal hue. A Sub-Zero classic side by side refrigerator and Jenn-Air cooktop, steam oven, and wall oven provide the power in this kitchen while a white subway tile backsplash in a sophisticated herringbone pattern, gold pulls and stunning pendant lighting add the perfect design details. Another great addition to this project is the use of space to create separate wine and coffee bars on either side of the doorway. A large wine refrigerator is offset by beautiful natural wood floating shelves to store wine glasses and house a healthy Bourbon collection. The coffee bar is the perfect first top in the morning with a coffee maker and floating shelves to store coffee and cups. Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring was selected for use throughout the home, offering the warm feel of hardwood, with the benefits of being waterproof and nearly indestructible - two key factors with young kids! For the exterior of the home, it was important to capture classic Craftsman elements including the post and rock detail, wood siding, eves, and trimming around windows and doors. We think the porch is one of the cutest in San Diego and the custom wood door truly ties the look and feel of this beautiful home together.

Example of a trendy gray tile brown floor bathroom design in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and an integrated sink

Inspiration for a medium tone wood floor living room remodel in San Francisco with white walls

This cozy sun room has french doors for easy access to the beautifully landscaped yard. Damianos Photography
Inspiration for a small timeless open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Boston with yellow walls

Interior Architecture by Gregory M, Richard for REMINGTON ARCHITECTURE Interiors by Tracy Hickman, Hickman Design, Chicago, Illinois Photo courtesy of Meredith Corporation © Andreas Trauttmansdorff, Photographer

1950s 3/4 gray floor freestanding bathtub photo in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls and a drop-in sink

Art Gray
Inspiration for a contemporary brown three-story wood flat roof remodel in Austin

Finecraft Contractors, Inc. Soleimani Photography
Open concept kitchen - large craftsman u-shaped light wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in DC Metro with an undermount sink, brown cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, terra-cotta backsplash, stainless steel appliances, beaded inset cabinets and no island

Custom range hood.
Elegant l-shaped eat-in kitchen photo in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Amber Frederiksen Photography
Inspiration for a tropical shade backyard landscaping in Miami.

Kitchen with barrel vault ceiling. Photography: Ansel Olsen
Eat-in kitchen - large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Richmond with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Low Gear Photography
Utility room - mid-sized transitional galley porcelain tile and gray floor utility room idea in Kansas City with shaker cabinets, wood countertops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer, brown countertops and black cabinets

Example of a classic dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Minneapolis with white walls and no fireplace

James Ray Spahn
Eat-in kitchen - contemporary u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, paneled appliances, an island and white backsplash