The 1980's kitchen was dark, and the cabinetry was in serious disrepair. An awkward closet was transformed into a stylish pantry, with storage for the artist's work. The kitchen has a 2" calacatta countertop and sink - a dramatic choice, but one that makes sense given the scale of the loft. Wherever possible, existing appliances were reused. New recessed LED lights brighten the kitchen and save energy. A custom range hood tapers near the top to draw sunlight into the kitchen. photo: Brendan McCarthy

Example of a trendy dark wood floor great room design in San Francisco with white walls

Matthew Niemann
Example of a tuscan beige floor eat-in kitchen design with white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, an island and black countertops

This table carries a modern design and is equipped with a metal structure, which guarantees 100% stability. It is available in numerous types of tops and is suitable for all types of modern and classic environments. It is available in matt anthracite and London oak finish. You will get the table in numerous matte, melamine, and lacquered colors. Fixed dimensions: Standard version: 170 x 100 cm; Length: 170cm Depth: 100cm Height: 73cm. You can easily buy this dining table at £ 1,125.00.

Dining room - traditional dark wood floor dining room idea in Minneapolis with brown walls

A transitional dining room, where we incorporated the clients' antique dining table and paired it up with chairs that are a mix of upholstery and wooden accents. A traditional navy and cream rug anchors the furniture, and dark gray walls with accents of brass, mirror and some color in the artwork and accessories pull the space together.

Overlooking the lake and with rollaway screens
Patio - farmhouse backyard stone patio idea in Austin with a fire pit and a roof extension

Chris Davis Photography
Large transitional dark wood floor dining room photo in New York with yellow walls

Tim Gibbons
Dining room - mid-sized coastal travertine floor dining room idea in Tampa with beige walls

The homeowners of this condo sought our assistance when downsizing from a large family home on Howe Sound to a small urban condo in Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver. They asked us to incorporate many of their precious antiques and art pieces into the new design. Our challenges here were twofold; first, how to deal with the unconventional curved floor plan with vast South facing windows that provide a 180 degree view of downtown Vancouver, and second, how to successfully merge an eclectic collection of antique pieces into a modern setting. We began by updating most of their artwork with new matting and framing. We created a gallery effect by grouping like artwork together and displaying larger pieces on the sections of wall between the windows, lighting them with black wall sconces for a graphic effect. We re-upholstered their antique seating with more contemporary fabrics choices - a gray flannel on their Victorian fainting couch and a fun orange chenille animal print on their Louis style chairs. We selected black as an accent colour for many of the accessories as well as the dining room wall to give the space a sophisticated modern edge. The new pieces that we added, including the sofa, coffee table and dining light fixture are mid century inspired, bridging the gap between old and new. White walls and understated wallpaper provide the perfect backdrop for the colourful mix of antique pieces. Interior Design by Lori Steeves, Simply Home Decorating. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography

Rolfe Hokanson
Example of a mid-sized classic medium tone wood floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Chicago with gray walls and no fireplace

Brantley Photography
Island style dining room photo with pink walls

This adorable beach cottage is in the heart of the village of La Jolla in San Diego. The goals were to brighten up the space and be the perfect beach get-away for the client whose permanent residence is in Arizona. Some of the ways we achieved the goals was to place an extra high custom board and batten in the great room and by refinishing the kitchen cabinets (which were in excellent shape) white. We created interest through extreme proportions and contrast. Though there are a lot of white elements, they are all offset by a smaller portion of very dark elements. We also played with texture and pattern through wallpaper, natural reclaimed wood elements and rugs. This was all kept in balance by using a simplified color palate minimal layering. I am so grateful for this client as they were extremely trusting and open to ideas. To see what the space looked like before the remodel you can go to the gallery page of the website www.cmnaturaldesigns.com Photography by: Chipper Hatter

J. Savage Gibson
Elegant dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo with open cabinets, paneled appliances, an island and a farmhouse sink

Mark Lohman Photography
Beach style dining room photo in Los Angeles with beige walls

Ashley Avila
Inspiration for a timeless open concept living room remodel in Grand Rapids with beige walls

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Large elegant medium tone wood floor enclosed dining room photo in San Francisco with orange walls and no fireplace

Jeri Koegel
Inspiration for a coastal light wood floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Orange County with white walls

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Inspiration for a large country dark wood floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Portland with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, black appliances, white walls and no fireplace