Todd Stone
Inspiration for a mid-sized farmhouse l-shaped brown floor, dark wood floor, exposed beam, shiplap ceiling and vaulted ceiling kitchen remodel with white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, shiplap backsplash and white countertops

These clients came to my office looking for an architect who could design their "empty nest" home that would be the focus of their soon to be extended family. A place where the kids and grand kids would want to hang out: with a pool, open family room/ kitchen, garden; but also one-story so there wouldn't be any unnecessary stairs to climb. They wanted the design to feel like "old Pasadena" with the coziness and attention to detail that the era embraced. My sensibilities led me to recall the wonderful classic mansions of San Marino, so I designed a manor house clad in trim Bluestone with a steep French slate roof and clean white entry, eave and dormer moldings that would blend organically with the future hardscape plan and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. The site was a deep, flat lot that had been half of the old Joan Crawford estate; the part that had an abandoned swimming pool and small cabana. I envisioned a pavilion filled with natural light set in a beautifully planted park with garden views from all sides. Having a one-story house allowed for tall and interesting shaped ceilings that carved into the sheer angles of the roof. The most private area of the house would be the central loggia with skylights ensconced in a deep woodwork lattice grid and would be reminiscent of the outdoor “Salas” found in early Californian homes. The family would soon gather there and enjoy warm afternoons and the wonderfully cool evening hours together. Working with interior designer Jeffrey Hitchcock, we designed an open family room/kitchen with high dark wood beamed ceilings, dormer windows for daylight, custom raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and a textured glass tile splash. Natural light and gentle breezes flow through the many French doors and windows located to accommodate not only the garden views, but the prevailing sun and wind as well. The graceful living room features a dramatic vaulted white painted wood ceiling and grand fireplace flanked by generous double hung French windows and elegant drapery. A deeply cased opening draws one into the wainscot paneled dining room that is highlighted by hand painted scenic wallpaper and a barrel vaulted ceiling. The walnut paneled library opens up to reveal the waterfall feature in the back garden. Equally picturesque and restful is the view from the rotunda in the master bedroom suite. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Jeffrey Hitchcock Enterprises Contractor: Synergy General Contractors, Inc. Landscape Design: LZ Design Group, Inc. Photography: Laura Hull

Barrel-vault ceiling and white oak floors.
Inspiration for a medium tone wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling hallway remodel in Other

This beautiful kitchen remodel includes a complete renovation of the existing space. We vaulted the ceiling, added skylights, walls ovens, appliance garages, and stunning pendant lighting. A formerly small, closed-off kitchen was transformed into a beautiful, open space perfectly designed for food, friends, and entertainment.

For the entry into the master we created this small moment to rest and reflect. Brick pavers on the barrel vault complement the vintage stain glass window. Photo-Rustic White Photography

Emily Followill
Mountain style dark wood floor and brown floor living room photo with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Inspiration for a large coastal master carpeted and beige floor bedroom remodel in San Diego with white walls and no fireplace

Barrel vault ceiling photo by Mike Vaccaro
Eat-in kitchen - large mediterranean u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Atlanta with an island

vaulted ceiling, black faucet, black hood, high ceilings, indoor herb garden, open kitchen,
Trendy l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

View from the kitchen to the backyard through new telescoping French doors. Photo by Lee Manning Photography
Example of a large classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, soapstone countertops, gray backsplash and paneled appliances

A dramatic change included rethinking an awkward partially-vaulted ceiling. The solution was to close in most of the vaulted area and create a dramatic barrel vault over the arched window. Dark stained walnut bead board draws the eye to this unique feature.

Photo Credit: Rob Karosis
Study room - mid-sized coastal built-in desk medium tone wood floor study room idea in Boston with yellow walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

The master bedroom also has steel and arched wood structure, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a private deck. Photo by Vance Fox
Example of a mid-sized mountain style master carpeted bedroom design in Sacramento with a ribbon fireplace and beige walls

Jeffrey Freeman Photography
Trendy bathroom photo in Portland

This stunning ceiling is a clear, smooth cedar with a natural finish. That finish was chosen to highlight the natural color variation in the cedar. The ceiling was framed to allow for the change in directions of the ceiling finish. The center was vaulted for the placement of an impressive chandelier and some indirect lighting. The vaulted area is finished with decorative tin.

Archways & Ceilings Made Easy (ACME) Groin Vault with soft Barrel Vaults
Example of a tuscan entryway design in Calgary

Living room - traditional formal medium tone wood floor living room idea in St Louis with white walls and a standard fireplace

Scott Sandler Photography
Example of a mid-sized classic dark wood floor wine cellar design in Phoenix

Beadboard ceiling on the underside of copper covered barrel vaulted roof.
Transitional porch photo in Other