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Newly built vegetable garden parterre. Cedar raised beds are surrounded by wood chip pathways and enclosed by Critterfence, deterring both deer and smaller pests without detracting from the garden's architecture. Along the western edge, a pollinator friendly perennial planting frames the view from the deck.

Hollywood Hills Retreat

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Mid-century modern, cozy, colorful living room with 70s upholstered sectional, arc lamp, mirrored built ins, and glass coffee table. Photo Credit: Mary Costa

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Lisa Smith Interiors

John Bailey
Mid-sized transitional 3/4 white tile light wood floor alcove bathtub photo in Indianapolis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink and a two-piece toilet

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The Grey Barn

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Inspiration for a country formal living room remodel in Boston with white walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Estacada House

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Kitchen - mediterranean u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, black appliances, an island and gray countertops

Pacific Heights Residence

Ann Brown

Inspiration for a large timeless medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in San Francisco with yellow walls

South Long Springs Butte Kitchen

TVL Creative Ltd.

This kitchen took a tired, 80’s builder kitchen and revamped it into a personalized gathering space for our wonderful client. The existing space was split up by the dated configuration of eat-in kitchen table area to one side and cramped workspace on the other. It didn’t just under-serve our client’s needs; it flat out discouraged them from using the space. Our client desired an open kitchen with a central gathering space where family and friends could connect. To open things up, we removed the half wall separating the kitchen from the dining room and the wall that blocked sight lines to the family room and created a narrow hallway to the kitchen. The old oak cabinets weren't maximizing storage and were dated and dark. We used Waypoint Living Spaces cabinets in linen white to brighten up the room. On the east wall, we created a hutch-like stack that features an appliance garage that keeps often used countertop appliance on hand but out of sight. The hutch also acts as a transition from the cooking zone to the coffee and wine area. We eliminated the north window that looked onto the entry walkway and activated this wall as storage with refrigerator enclosure and pantry. We opted to leave the east window as-is and incorporated it into the new kitchen layout by creating a window well for growing plants and herbs. The countertops are Pental Quartz in Carrara. The sleek cabinet hardware is from our friends at Amerock in a gorgeous satin champagne bronze. One of the most striking features in the space is the pattern encaustic tile from Tile Shop. The pop of blue in the backsplash adds personality and contrast to the champagne accents. The reclaimed wood cladding surrounding the large east-facing window introduces a quintessential Colorado vibe, and the natural texture balances the crisp white cabinetry and geometric patterned tile. Minimalist modern lighting fixtures from Mitzi by Hudson Valley Lighting provide task lighting over the sink and at the wine/ coffee station. The visual lightness of the sink pendants maintains the openness and visual connection between the kitchen and dining room. Together the elements make for a sophisticated yet casual vibe-- a comfortable chic kitchen. We love the way this space turned out and are so happy that our clients now have such a bright and welcoming gathering space as the heart of their home!