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Example of a classic dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and gray walls

Kitchen - coastal kitchen idea in Austin

Paul S. Bartholomew
Dining room - transitional dining room idea in New York

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic open concept family room remodel in Houston with gray walls and a media wall

It's the most wonderful time of the year! We love designing warm and cozy spaces that are perfect for hosting friends and family! How do you keep your home feeling merry and bright during the busy Christmas season?

This cottage tudor home in the heart of Pasadena showcases original details and traditional elegance for a busy family of four. Photography by Erika Bierman www.erikabiermanphotography.com

Mid-sized transitional dark wood floor great room photo in DC Metro with white walls, a ribbon fireplace and a stone fireplace

Hendel Homes Corey Gaffer Photography
Example of a large medium tone wood floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Minneapolis with beige walls

This kitchen remodel blends modern farmhouse and contemporary design with a refined, Pacific Northwest feel. Deep navy shaker cabinetry paired with warm wood countertops creates a rich, inviting contrast, while the waterfall-edge quartz island adds a clean, modern statement. Industrial-inspired pendant lights and brass hardware introduce subtle character, balanced by a crisp white subway tile backsplash and streamlined stainless steel appliances. The result is a kitchen that feels tailored yet approachable—design-forward, functional, and perfectly suited for everyday living and entertaining.

Enclosed dining room - mid-sized transitional dark wood floor enclosed dining room idea in Charlotte with blue walls and no fireplace

This 4,000-square foot home is located in the Silverstrand section of Hermosa Beach, known for its fabulous restaurants, walkability and beach access. Stylistically, it’s coastal-meets-traditional, complete with 4 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, a 3-stop elevator and a roof deck with amazing ocean views. The client, an art collector, wanted bold color and unique aesthetic choices. In the living room, the built-in shelving is lined in luminescent mother of pearl. The dining area’s custom hand-blown chandelier was made locally and perfectly diffuses light. The client’s former granite-topped dining table didn’t fit the size and shape of the space, so we cut the granite and built a new base and frame around it. The bedrooms are full of organic materials and personal touches, such as the light raffia wall-covering in the master bedroom and the fish-painted end table in a college-aged son’s room—a nod to his love of surfing. Detail is always important, but especially to this client, so we searched for the perfect artisans to create one-of-a kind pieces. Several light fixtures were commissioned by an International glass artist. These include the white, layered glass pendants above the kitchen island, and the stained glass piece in the hallway, which glistens blues and greens through the window overlooking the front entrance of the home. The overall feel of the house is peaceful but not complacent, full of tiny surprises and energizing pops of color.

christian garibaldi
Enclosed dining room - large transitional dark wood floor enclosed dining room idea in New York with gray walls and no fireplace

Laura Moss Photography
Example of a classic medium tone wood floor dining room design in New York with gray walls

The local climate ensures that the outdoor eating area off the main dining room is often enjoyed.
Inspiration for a timeless backyard patio remodel in Miami with no cover

AFTER: DINING ROOM | Dining table setup, ready for a dinner party! Plates are silverware are from West Elm | Renovations + Design by Blackband Design | Photography by Tessa Neustadt

This beautiful dining room has a mix of rustic furnishings with elegant touches to elevate the look. Starburst gold light fixtures immediately draw one's attention. The blue accent wall ties in the blue accents throughout the room. Custom host chairs with a beautiful blue fabric on the back provide the perfect accent to the casual yet sophisticated drapery treatment. The wall gems bring some of the blue color onto the opposite wall, creating an inviting space for entertaining.

nat rea
Inspiration for a coastal freestanding desk medium tone wood floor home office remodel in Providence with blue walls

photograph ©Stacey Brandford
Inspiration for a contemporary medium tone wood floor dining room remodel in Toronto with white walls and no fireplace

Dan Murdock
Inspiration for a transitional dark wood floor bedroom remodel in New York with gray walls