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Inspiration for a large transitional wooden staircase remodel in New York with painted risers

Matthew Niemann Photography
Example of a transitional u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen design in Austin with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, gray backsplash, paneled appliances, an island, white countertops, quartz countertops, white cabinets and stone tile backsplash

Michael J. Lee Photography
Entryway - traditional medium tone wood floor entryway idea in Boston with white walls and a black front door

Inspiration for a transitional light wood floor and beige floor kitchen remodel in Austin with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, an island, shaker cabinets, paneled appliances and black countertops

Cooking for Two Location: Plymouth, MN, United States When this couple’s last child graduated from college they began the process of looking for a new home. After a lengthy search they decided to stay with the neighborhood they loved, saving money by remodeling rather than starting over. The top priorities on their wish list were adding character to their 1990’s era home with a classic white kitchen and a larger island while keeping within the existing footprint. With the intention of honing their cooking skills, they were also considering better appliances and two ovens. Challenges and Solutions Design a larger island with seating for at least two. The existing island was small and the area behind the seating was less than recommended clearances. To solve this challenge, the seating area of the island was extended out into the open area of the kitchen. This created a larger island with seating for three, extra storage and a bookshelf across from the range. The original kitchen had a range with microwave above, so adding another oven was a challenge with limited wall space. Because the adjoining dining room is used infrequently, the homeowner was open to placing the second oven and microwave in the walkway. This made room for the small buffet between the built in refrigerator and ovens, creating one of her favorite areas. The client requested a white painted kitchen but wanted to make sure it had warmth and character. To achieve this the following elements were chosen: 1) Cabinets painted with Benjamin Moore Capitol White, a luminous and warm shade of white. 2) The Range hood was painted with warm metallic shades to reflect the bronze of the Ashley Norton hardware. 3) Black Aqua Grantique granite was chosen for countertops because it looks like soapstone and adds contrast. 4) Walker Zanger Café tile in Latte was chosen for it’s handmade look with uneven edges. 5) The to-the-counter-cabinet with glass door shows off serving dishes and lends sophisticated charm. The result is a welcoming classic kitchen, where this couple enjoys cooking more often and sharpening their skills with gourmet appliances. Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg Photography

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Product Series: Estate Collection Door Style: Davenport Square Inset Beaded Paint: Evergreen by Sherwin Williams Wood Species: Maple
Mid-sized elegant l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Birmingham with green cabinets, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and quartzite countertops

Seated home bar - mid-sized farmhouse u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor seated home bar idea in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, mirror backsplash, black cabinets, quartz countertops and gray countertops

Inspiration for a large contemporary bedroom remodel in Miami with black walls and no fireplace

Example of a transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor entryway design in Salt Lake City with gray walls and a black front door

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SJC Dramatic Remodel
Dining room - contemporary dining room idea in Orange County with black walls

Complete renovation of a 19th century brownstone in Brooklyn's Fort Greene neighborhood. Modern interiors that preserve many original details. Kate Glicksberg Photography

Inspiration for a transitional freestanding desk dark wood floor and brown floor study room remodel in Chicago with black walls and a standard fireplace

Large transitional black two-story house exterior idea in Atlanta with a clipped gable roof, a metal roof and a black roof

Marc Rutenberg Homes
Mid-sized transitional carpeted bedroom photo in Tampa with black walls and no fireplace

To eliminate an inconsistent layout, we removed the wall dividing the dining room from the living room and added a polished brass and ebonized wood handrail to create a sweeping view into the living room. To highlight the family’s passion for reading, we created a beautiful library with custom shelves flanking a niche wallpapered with Flavor Paper’s bold Glow print with color-coded book spines to add pops of color. Tom Dixon pendant lights, acrylic chairs, and a geometric hide rug complete the look.

Example of a mid-sized urban open concept painted wood floor and black floor living room design in Chicago with gray walls