mercer INTERIOR created an upholstered tack board to help hide computer and phone wires. We went wireless wherever possible elsewhere. A detail of the brushed brass pulls is shown. Photo by Emily Gilbert

Elegant blue two-story mixed siding gable roof photo in Grand Rapids with a shingle roof

In Seattle's Fremont neighborhood SCJ Studio designed a new landscape to surround and set off a contemporary home by Coates Design Architects. The narrow spaces around the tall home needed structure and organization, and a thoughtful approach to layout and space programming. A concrete patio was installed with a Paloform Bento gas fire feature surrounded by lush, northwest planting. A horizontal board cedar fence provides privacy from the street and creates the cozy feeling of an outdoor room among the trees. LED low-voltage lighting by Kichler Lighting adds night-time warmth. Photography by: Miranda Estes Photography

Farmhouse laundry room photo in Charlotte

Landmark Photography
Example of a classic formal living room design in Minneapolis with gray walls, a wood stove and a stone fireplace

Mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom photo with blue walls, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete countertops and an integrated sink

Inspiration for a timeless home design remodel in Vancouver

The home wasn't built with a bathroom, so we tried to imagine what it could have looked like had it been added in the 20's, the period of the existing clawfoot tub. The Greek key motif added some interest, the console sink saved space in this tight bath. The wainscoting is nearly entirely original, a few rotted boards got replaced using wood salvaged from elsewhere.

We began by removing the patchwork of “updates” that left a confusing pastiche. At the front of the house, we removed a late addition window and veneer stonework. Starting over now with a clean slate, we chose a color palette of rich charcoal and warm coral-orange. Over the new smooth stucco finish, we built two custom vertical screens with natural cedar to break up the expanse of the front walls and replaced the dated garage door with a stunning cedar door. New concrete planters hold an exotic collection of cactii at the entrance.

Contemporary masculine kitchen
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized modern u-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Screened in back porch, facing the ocean
This is an example of a large traditional screened-in back porch design in New York with decking and a roof extension.

Dining and Kitchen areas with view toward Living Room. Photo: Mikiko Kikuyama
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with paneled appliances, an island, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash and an undermount sink

Custom walnut table, leather chairs, stainless appliances and textured melamine cabinet fronts - make up a mix of low sheen textures.
Example of a large urban l-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen design in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite countertops, blue backsplash, brick backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a mid-sized cottage brown one-story wood gable roof remodel in DC Metro with a metal roof

Open concept kitchen - mediterranean l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, an island and gray countertops

Stephanie Montanari of www.focus-pocus.biz
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless slate floor mudroom remodel in Chicago with gray walls

Boxcar Planks and Reclaimed Hickory flooring supplied by Reclaimed DesignWorks, Jodi Foster Design + Planning, Tony Colangelo Photography
Home bar - industrial galley medium tone wood floor home bar idea in Denver with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, an island and brown countertops

Interior Design: Office of Architecture and Design (OAD); Photos: August Turner, Prince August Media
Kitchen - traditional medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in Jacksonville with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, gray walls and a peninsula

The main goals of this project was to make it more usable and enjoyable for the owner, to reduce maintenance and to created a covered area for enjoyment year-round. This design also kept the family's new puppy in mind - fencing it in for safety and planting with careful consideration of plants that are safe for dogs. The winding pathway for humans is reminiscent of a stream bed and there is also a narrow perimeter fence specifically for the pup! Ben Park