Benefiting from varied stone and gravel hardscapes, this back yard is used in many ways. Transitions are marked with a change in structure of paths, walls, and features. The dining area is defined by a seat wall that ends where the fire feature area starts. Garden beds surround the space as an accent, softening the space. A rugged yet warm design for a relatively small back yard. Photo Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan

Gorgeous Living/Dinning Room By 2id Interiors Photo Credits Emilio Collavino
Huge trendy open concept ceramic tile and beige floor living room photo in Miami with multicolored walls and a wall-mounted tv

The new library is a cozy space and has a wall of built-in bookshelves that make a statement and act like artwork. It also features extra storage and is accessible from the dining room and living room. Photo Credit: David Bader Interior Design Partner: Becky Howley

Not your average laundry room!
Dedicated laundry room - large modern single-wall ceramic tile and gray floor dedicated laundry room idea in Richmond with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, beige walls, a stacked washer/dryer and beige countertops

Pairing reclaimed heavy timbers and tongue & groove Colorado beetle kill pine, with affordably crafted plywood furniture and flooring, the interior of the hut highlights the versatility and sustainable uses of wood, while providing a warm and bright stay for visitors to the Lama Foundation. Photo Credit: Stephen Cardinale www.stephencardinale.com

Our clients needed a small dining table only for special occasions. They had a brilliant idea to create a pedestal coffee table for every day use that could be transformed into a dining table. By adding two half-circle shaped leaves and raising the steel swivel base to the right height, the coffee table becomes a dining table for four. Photo Credit: Holland Photography - Cory Holland - Hollandphotography.biz

The counter was extended beyond the original range to create a protected entry way and more generous kitchen space. Photo Credit: Mark Woods
Example of a mid-sized urban mudroom design in Seattle with white walls

Classic Shaker Kitchen In A Small Space. Design by Mari Kushino Design, Cabinets by South Shore Cabinetry, Photography by Tony Colangelo Photography.

Photo Credit: Alex C. Tenser Photography
Transitional medium tone wood floor foyer photo in Richmond with multicolored walls and a white front door

Photo Credit: Moment In Time Photography
Example of a trendy custom-shaped pool design in Kansas City

Photo Credit: Rigoberto Moreno
Inspiration for a farmhouse side yard concrete paver patio remodel with a roof extension

Remodeled Master Bath (only bath in the condo). The tub was replaced with a new shower and a custom buiilt-in storage cabinet. The old pedestal sink was replaced with a new vanity, faucet, mirror, sconces. The old ceramic tile floor was replaced with new marble hexagon tile. The window glass was replaced with privacy glass. Photo credit: M. Paparella

Photo Credits: JOHN GRANEN PHOTOGRAPHY
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and white countertops

This was a complete remodel of a 90's master bathroom. The new layout allows for a larger shower, a free standing tub, a wall hung vanity, and contemporary elements. Repetition of the in wall niches and 'waterfall' edges gives this room unique architectural elements. Although it is a neutral space, there are many bold features that give this project an intriguing look and a spa feel. Photo credit: Bob Fortner Photography

Bathroom remodel. Photo credit to Hannah Lloyd.
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless 3/4 gray tile, white tile and stone tile mosaic tile floor doorless shower remodel in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, purple walls, a pedestal sink and solid surface countertops

To give the feel of a spa-like retreat, one enters through the French doors into a quiet elegance, certain to refresh and renew. {Photo Credit: Augie Salbosa}

Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design & Photo Styling | John Kraemer & Sons, Remodel | Troy Thies, Photography Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.

Lincoln Farmhouse LEED-H Platinum, Net-Positive Energy OVERVIEW. This LEED Platinum certified modern farmhouse ties into the cultural landscape of Lincoln, Massachusetts - a town known for its rich history, farming traditions, conservation efforts, and visionary architecture. The goal was to design and build a new single family home on 1.8 acres that respects the neighborhood’s agrarian roots, produces more energy than it consumes, and provides the family with flexible spaces to live-play-work-entertain. The resulting 2,800 SF home is proof that families do not need to compromise on style, space or comfort in a highly energy-efficient and healthy home. CONNECTION TO NATURE. The attached garage is ubiquitous in new construction in New England’s cold climate. This home’s barn-inspired garage is intentionally detached from the main dwelling. A covered walkway connects the two structures, creating an intentional connection with the outdoors between auto and home. FUNCTIONAL FLEXIBILITY. With a modest footprint, each space must serve a specific use, but also be flexible for atypical scenarios. The Mudroom serves everyday use for the couple and their children, but is also easy to tidy up to receive guests, eliminating the need for two entries found in most homes. A workspace is conveniently located off the mudroom; it looks out on to the back yard to supervise the children and can be closed off with a sliding door when not in use. The Away Room opens up to the Living Room for everyday use; it can be closed off with its oversized pocket door for secondary use as a guest bedroom with en suite bath. NET POSITIVE ENERGY. The all-electric home consumes 70% less energy than a code-built house, and with measured energy data produces 48% more energy annually than it consumes, making it a 'net positive' home. Thick walls and roofs lack thermal bridging, windows are high performance, triple-glazed, and a continuous air barrier yields minimal leakage (0.27ACH50) making the home among the tightest in the US. Systems include an air source heat pump, an energy recovery ventilator, and a 13.1kW photovoltaic system to offset consumption and support future electric cars. ACTUAL PERFORMANCE. -6.3 kBtu/sf/yr Energy Use Intensity (Actual monitored project data reported for the firm’s 2016 AIA 2030 Commitment. Average single family home is 52.0 kBtu/sf/yr.) o 10,900 kwh total consumption (8.5 kbtu/ft2 EUI) o 16,200 kwh total production o 5,300 kwh net surplus, equivalent to 15,000-25,000 electric car miles per year. 48% net positive. WATER EFFICIENCY. Plumbing fixtures and water closets consume a mere 60% of the federal standard, while high efficiency appliances such as the dishwasher and clothes washer also reduce consumption rates. FOOD PRODUCTION. After clearing all invasive species, apple, pear, peach and cherry trees were planted. Future plans include blueberry, raspberry and strawberry bushes, along with raised beds for vegetable gardening. The house also offers a below ground root cellar, built outside the home's thermal envelope, to gain the passive benefit of long term energy-free food storage. RESILIENCY. The home's ability to weather unforeseen challenges is predictable - it will fare well. The super-insulated envelope means during a winter storm with power outage, heat loss will be slow - taking days to drop to 60 degrees even with no heat source. During normal conditions, reduced energy consumption plus energy production means shelter from the burden of utility costs. Surplus production can power electric cars & appliances. The home exceeds snow & wind structural requirements, plus far surpasses standard construction for long term durability planning. ARCHITECT: ZeroEnergy Design http://zeroenergy.com/lincoln-farmhouse CONTRACTOR: Thoughtforms http://thoughtforms-corp.com/ PHOTOGRAPHER: Chuck Choi http://www.chuckchoi.com/