Example of a large island style backyard stamped concrete and custom-shaped natural water slide design in Atlanta

Easy and casual is the key to beach house design. This guest bedroom lacked a closet, so we designed this custom built in shelving solution to incorporate the closet. The fiber art piece above the bed and shag leather side carpets add texture to the space.

This clean kitchen includes a pull-out faucet, stainless-steel appliances, high-gloss cabinet doors with soft-touch hinges and drawers. The back-splash is a perfect blend of the colours chosen in the design theme.

Cheryl Zibisky
Example of a classic kitchen design in New Orleans

Look closely...can you see them!?! Trufig outlets are installed in this backsplash, and can be painted, faux finished, wallpapered, or laminated. They sit flush with the wall or backsplash so that there is no shadowing, blending in seamlessly with the interior. When you are spending the money to pick out that perfect piece of granite for your kitchen, why would you ruin it with standard outlets and plates? Surprisingly affordable too.

James Kruger, LandMark Photography, Peter Eskuche, AIA, Eskuche Design, Sharon Seitz, HISTORIC studio, Interior Design
Inspiration for a huge rustic open concept medium tone wood floor living room remodel in Minneapolis with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

A perfect blend of modern design and ruggedness, the cleverly architected Artisan 97 shed provides the ideal outdoor storage solution for your garden. The innovative DUOTECH™ walls are not only highly durable and weather resistant, but they also feature an attractive wood-like texture and paintable surface. Made with a steel-reinforced build, the shed comes with an extra strong roof that can withstand snow loads of up to 400 PSF and a heavy-duty floor that allows you to store even large equipment. The Artisan 97 also features double doors, windows, and a locking system.

We love this rustic-modern Houston patio addition with an outdoor kitchen and double pergola! It not only made the most of a long, narrow space while satisfying strict homeowners association rules, but did so affordably in a warm, timeless style. “The client really enjoys outdoor living, but had a specific budget they wanted to meet,” explains Outdoor Homescapes owner Wayne Franks. “They also live on a golf course and had to meet particular HOA requirements.” The HOA requirements restricted how far back the new 450-square-foot patio and pergola could extend back into the yard. The HOA also wanted to make sure the patio’s colors and materials matched the existing home and others around it. “We chose colors and materials that offered texture and character, but that would go with just about anything around it,” says Wayne. “We found what we were looking for in the Fantastico travertine and Austin limestone – two materials clients love and just can’t go wrong with.” The Austin limestone facing the 8-foot-square, L-shaped kitchen island is dry-stacked in a castle pattern for a naturalistic, rustic look. Yet its light, neutral color keeps the style fresh and modern. Adding to the modern look are the stainless steel appliances: an RCS 30-inch stainless steel grill, double burner and outdoor fridge. Even though the finishes on the sink and light fixtures (Hunter pendant lamps and Hampton Bay light/fan combos) have a different finish – oil-rubbed-bronze – this actually follows the recent trend of mixing different metals, materials and finishes. “The look’s not so matchy-matchy anymore,” explains Wayne. “Mixing it up makes it look more authentic and personalized.” That’s why backsplashes like the one in this project – done in glass and metal mosaic – are also becoming more popular than traditional ceramic tile. Another recent trend can be seen here, too – an amping up of color variation and texture. “In addition to the split-face texture of the rock, you can definitely see the bold color variation in the travertine,” says Wayne. The flooring is a Fantastico travertine, laid out in a Versailles pattern. “The Fantastico tile is killer,” says Wayne. “The warm reds go great with red brick, which we have a lot of around here.” The countertop with the rounded, raised bar at the end is English walnut travertine. The red bar stools also add a pop of exciting color that contrasts nicely with the greenery around the patio. The double pergola, continues Wayne, is No. 2 pine stained a Minwax honey-gold. One side of the pergola – the side over the seating area – is covered with Lexan, a clear material that keeps out rain, heat and UV rays. The pergola also juts further into the yard on that side. “It’s called a scallop, and it just lends some visual interest,” explains Wayne. “It prevents the pergola from just looking like one big rectangular hunk of wood.” Wayne particularly likes how everything blended so well with the brick – which was a big concern – yet didn’t come off as too neutral or boring. “The Fantastico travertine and red chairs do an excellent job of pulling the red from the brick and working with the warmth of that color to make a super-inviting space,” says Wayne. “We’re really pleased with how it all ties together so well.”

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern dark wood floor living room remodel in New York with white walls

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional light wood floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and beige walls

Blending traditional and contemporary design, the Cordelia console table is perfect for entry ways and living areas. Made from a blend of solid and composite wood, this console table is affordable and easy to assemble. Accent it with pictures, candles, or small plants. Furthermore, the drawer is perfect for the additional storage that we all crave.

This new entry really accents the beautiful stone on the house. It also blends in with the natural lot they have and brings in much more natural light. We love it!

Example of a trendy living room design in Seattle

Blending traditional and contemporary design, the Selma console table is perfect for entry ways and living areas. Made from a blend of solid and composite wood, this console table is affordable and easy to assemble. Accent it with pictures, candles, or small plants. Furthermore, the drawer is perfect for the additional storage that we all crave.

Tailored for luxurious outdoor living spaces, the Mondrian Outdoor Rug is a harmonious blend of arabesque design elements and Middle Eastern influences. Constructed of weather-resistant polypropylene, this outdoor rug affords soft underfoot comfort and colorfast beauty season after season. Offers easy-care maintenance without forgoing style.

Open concept kitchen - transitional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen idea in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Example of a transitional gray two-story mixed siding house exterior design in Kansas City with a hip roof and a shingle roof

Example of a transitional galley medium tone wood floor kitchen design in Tampa with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

A key storage feature in this space is the large built in pantry. full walnut interior, finished with Rubio oil in a custom blend of grays. Pantry drawers make full use of all space, and tall pull-out provides ample storage for the hungry family. Pocket doors close it off and hide any 'work in progress'. Sliding ladder makes upper storage accessible. Photography by Eric Roth