A living room in the Oakland Hills for a family with two young kids. The goal was simple: sophisticated enough for the adults, relaxed enough for real life. Dark painted built-ins anchor the space with quiet drama, while a fuzzy rug, playful organic lighting, and family-friendly fabrics keep it warm, approachable, and never too precious to use.

Mid-sized urban back porch photo in Philadelphia with decking and a roof extension

Inspiration for a large coastal formal and enclosed ceramic tile and wainscoting living room remodel in Wilmington with blue walls

Mid-sized urban back porch photo in Philadelphia with decking and a roof extension

Home Office for a Lady. Concealed printer. Custom shelves and cabinets. Hand-block printed wallpaper pattern Uzu by Adrienne Neff Design. Sold to the Trade. Don Freeman Studio photography.

Tuscan living room photo in Los Angeles

Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial back porch remodel in Philadelphia with decking and a roof extension

A grand and open space featuring a hardy siting clad fireplace with blackened steal mantle, insert and hearth.
Inspiration for a contemporary formal and open concept dark wood floor living room remodel in Seattle with white walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv

Eric Roth Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor and green floor living room remodel in Boston with gray walls, no tv and no fireplace

Photography: Megan Chaffin
Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Chicago

Design Consultant Jeff Doubét is the author of Creating Spanish Style Homes: Before & After – Techniques – Designs – Insights. The 240 page “Design Consultation in a Book” is now available. Please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com for more info. Jeff Doubét specializes in Santa Barbara style home and landscape designs. To learn more info about the variety of custom design services I offer, please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com Jeff Doubét is the Founder of Santa Barbara Home Design - a design studio based in Santa Barbara, California USA.

this modern bohemian bathroom vibrates with california cool. our favorite zenith pattern, which is exclusive to clé, gives the airy LA home a linear and rhythmic quality that you can't find anywhere else! we love the look paired with this fun wallpaper. shop here: https://www.cletile.com/products/zenith-8x8-stock designed by veneer design, photographed by amy bartlam

This calm and collective room is a great place to lounge or finish off a night after dinner with friends.

This was a new construction project with a custom design media bookcase surrounding the fireplace with coiffured ceiling detail and a comfortable floor plan while still looking very chic! Photography by John Carlson @ Carlson Productions

Jim Tschetter / IC360 Images
Kitchen - contemporary l-shaped light wood floor kitchen idea in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Embarking on a garage remodeling project is a transformative endeavor that can significantly enhance both the functionality and aesthetics of the space. By investing in tailored storage solutions such as cabinets, wall-mounted organizers, and overhead racks, one can efficiently declutter the area and create a more organized storage system. Flooring upgrades, such as epoxy coatings or durable tiles, not only improve the garage's appearance but also provide a resilient surface. Adding custom workbenches or tool storage solutions contributes to a more efficient and user-friendly workspace. Additionally, incorporating proper lighting and ventilation ensures a well-lit and comfortable environment. A remodeled garage not only increases property value but also opens up possibilities for alternative uses, such as a home gym, workshop, or hobby space, making it a worthwhile investment for both practicality and lifestyle improvement.

Suzy Gorman
Example of a mid-sized transitional dark wood floor bedroom design in St Louis with white walls and no fireplace

Soft blue tones make a statement in the new powder room.
Powder room - mid-sized traditional powder room idea in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a two-piece toilet, blue walls, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops and white countertops

St. Joe Club & Resorts
Example of a beach style bedroom design in Orlando