Jacob Snavely
Living room - coastal formal and enclosed dark wood floor living room idea in New York with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

©Brett Bulthuis 2014
Living room - mid-sized transitional open concept medium tone wood floor living room idea in Chicago with white walls

A contrasting palette of grey concrete pavers meanders through the backyard of this Casey Key residence. The floating fence panels provide privacy while offering glimpses of the gulf frontage beyond. The opposing angle of each panel creates a visual chevron pattern.

Small danish l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

A visually sumptuous idea book, showcasing an eclectic array of interior design possibilities using salvaged goods. Following up on her celebrated first Salvage Secrets book, which Fine Homebuilding called “An invaluable first step in the salvage-for-design journey,” here salvage design guru Joanne Palmisano takes readers further, exploring a wealth of smaller-scale interior design and decor concepts. Bottle caps turned into a kitchen backsplash, old bed springs reinvented as candle holders, and a recycled shipping container-turned-guesthouse are just a few examples of the innovative repurposing of second-hand items that readers will discover. From retro and modern to classic, “cottage,” and urban chic, Palmisano takes readers on a sumptuous visual journey featuring unique salvage ideas in an eclectic array of styles, for every room in the house—kitchens and dining rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms, living rooms and dens, and entryways and outdoor areas. The journey continues with a sampling of cutting-edge retail spaces, hotels, cafes, and boutiques across the country that incorporate salvage into their designs, such as Industrie Denim in San Francisco, Stowe Mountain Lodge in Stowe, Vermont, and Rejuvenation in Portland. Profiles of thirteen “salvage success stories” are also included, showcasing the imaginative designs of creative homeowners. And lastly, fourteen easy, do-it-yourself projects are included at the back of the book (with step-by-step instructions), not to mention a comprehensive “Where to Find Salvage” resource section. Packed with over 350 color photos, Salvage Secrets Design & Decor offers a trove of salvage ideas to inspire, proving that you need look no further than your local rebuild center, architectural salvage shop, or flea market to transform your living space. Susan Teare Photography Book: Salvage Secrets Design & Décor Kitchen Design: Jane Coslick

Bathroom - 1950s bathroom idea in San Francisco

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Design ideas for a large rustic drought-tolerant and full sun backyard gravel garden path in San Diego.

Tria Giovan, Photo, Paul Rankin Interiors
Entryway - traditional entryway idea in New York

Blending a modern sensibility with traditional architecture, this garden features a front yard meadow with native grasses (Carex praecracilis) and wildflowers. Poured-in-place concrete pavers in a meandering pattern slow the approach from the sidewalk to the entry. The modest backyard has been maximized for entertaining with outdoor dining and seating areas. Native plants, herbs, and edibles share the back garden beds, and a raised pond brings the garden to life.

Example of a transitional dining room design in Houston with beige walls and no fireplace

Petr Krejci
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in London

Luis Valdizon
Danish home design photo in Vancouver

In our article on 3 Types of Honeymoons, we mentioned that after months of planning the wedding, the honeymoon deserves equal planning and attention to detail. After all, you have spent months planning every minute detail of the wedding, and have probably felt overwhelmed more than once. You may have thought “who has time to plan a honeymoon?” or even “why bother with a honeymoon, we can skip ours and take it a few years from now!” Find more: http://www.lazycloud.com/top-5-reasons-to-take-a-honeymoon/

This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

Photo Credit: Treve Johnson Photography
Large transitional l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, black appliances, an island and white countertops

Photo: Lauren Dunec Hoang © 2017 Houzz

Washington DC Wardman Refined Industrial Kitchen Design by #MeghanBrowne4JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/ Photography by John Cole

Peter Rymwid Architectural Photography
Inspiration for a rustic beige tile and subway tile brick floor bathroom remodel in New York with a drop-in sink, distressed cabinets, multicolored walls and flat-panel cabinets

Living room - coastal open concept medium tone wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling living room idea in New York with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv