Drama in a small space! Elegant, dimensional Walker Zanger tile creates a dramatic focal point in this sophisticated powder bath. The rough hewn European oak floating cabinetry ads warmth and layered texture to the space while the crisp matt white quartz countertop is the perfect foil for the etched stone sink. The sensuous curves of smooth carved stone reveal a patchwork of Japanese sashiko kimono pattern depicting organic elements such as waves, mountains and bamboo. The circular LED lit mirror echoes the flowing liquid lines of the tile and circular vessel sink.

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Minimalist home design photo in San Francisco

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Inspiration for a modern home design remodel in San Francisco

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Minimalist home design photo in San Francisco

Example of a huge mountain style master beige tile, multicolored tile and ceramic tile slate floor drop-in bathtub design in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, a two-piece toilet, gray walls and an undermount sink

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The Klimala’s and their three kids are no strangers to moving, this being their fifth house in the same town over the 20-year period they have lived there. “It must be the 7-year itch, because every seven years, we seem to find ourselves antsy for a new project or a new environment. I think part of it is being a designer, I see my own taste evolve and I want my environment to reflect that. Having easy access to wonderful tradesmen and a knowledge of the process makes it that much easier”. This time, Klimala’s fell in love with a somewhat unlikely candidate. The 1950’s ranch turned cape cod was a bit of a mutt, but it’s location 5 minutes from their design studio and backing up to the high school where their kids can roll out of bed and walk to school, coupled with the charm of its location on a private road and lush landscaping made it an appealing choice for them. “The bones of the house were really charming. It was typical 1,500 square foot ranch that at some point someone added a second floor to. Its sloped roofline and dormered bedrooms gave it some charm.” With the help of architect Maureen McHugh, Klimala’s gutted and reworked the layout to make the house work for them. An open concept kitchen and dining room allows for more frequent casual family dinners and dinner parties that linger. A dingy 3-season room off the back of the original house was insulated, given a vaulted ceiling with skylights and now opens up to the kitchen. This room now houses an 8’ raw edge white oak dining table and functions as an informal dining room. “One of the challenges with these mid-century homes is the 8’ ceilings. I had to have at least one room that had a higher ceiling so that’s how we did it” states Klimala. The kitchen features a 10’ island which houses a 5’0” Galley Sink. The Galley features two faucets, and double tiered rail system to which accessories such as cutting boards and stainless steel bowls can be added for ease of cooking. Across from the large sink is an induction cooktop. “My two teen daughters and I enjoy cooking, and the Galley and induction cooktop make it so easy.” A wall of tall cabinets features a full size refrigerator, freezer, double oven and built in coffeemaker. The area on the opposite end of the kitchen features a pantry with mirrored glass doors and a beverage center below. The rest of the first floor features an entry way, a living room with views to the front yard’s lush landscaping, a family room where the family hangs out to watch TV, a back entry from the garage with a laundry room and mudroom area, one of the home’s four bedrooms and a full bath. There is a double sided fireplace between the family room and living room. The home features pops of color from the living room’s peach grass cloth to purple painted wall in the family room. “I’m definitely a traditionalist at heart but because of the home’s Midcentury roots, I wanted to incorporate some of those elements into the furniture, lighting and accessories which also ended up being really fun. We are not formal people so I wanted a house that my kids would enjoy, have their friends over and feel comfortable.” The second floor houses the master bedroom suite, two of the kids’ bedrooms and a back room nicknamed “the library” because it has turned into a quiet get away area where the girls can study or take a break from the rest of the family. The area was originally unfinished attic, and because the home was short on closet space, this Jack and Jill area off the girls’ bedrooms houses two large walk-in closets and a small sitting area with a makeup vanity. “The girls really wanted to keep the exposed brick of the fireplace that runs up the through the space, so that’s what we did, and I think they feel like they are in their own little loft space in the city when they are up there” says Klimala. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

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Home design - modern home design idea in San Francisco

We originally designed and built a sunroom addition for this home. In the second phase of renovations, our work focused on the primary bath, basement renovations, powder room and guest bath.

Inspiration for a large timeless open concept medium tone wood floor living room remodel in Providence with a bar, brown walls and a concealed tv

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Minimalist home design photo in San Francisco

Basement - craftsman basement idea in Baltimore

Kitchen leading into addition in the back of the house.
Mid-sized minimalist galley dark wood floor kitchen photo in Austin with colored appliances and an island

Example of a classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, black appliances, beige walls and an island

This was a complete gut renovation on a tight budget of a former two family townhouse. We converted this once dark building into a bright and airy single family home by removing interior walls, adding a basement extension that allows the first floor to open onto an outside deck and adding skylights throughout the second floor.

The central design feature brings natural light from the top floor all the way to the basement.
Staircase - craftsman staircase idea in St Louis

Dining Room and Kitchen looking toward stair. Bernd and Hilla Becher photographs. Lindsey Adelman pendant. Photo: Mikiko Kikuyama
Example of a large minimalist medium tone wood floor kitchen/dining room combo design in New York with white walls

This amazing sportcourt in Skokie has a 35' high ceiling at the peak and a large viewing window into the adjoining finished basement. It's versatile, fun and has loads of natural light.

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Example of a small trendy white three-story brick flat roof design in Melbourne

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Home design - modern home design idea in San Francisco