2 X 8 subway style tile in a herringbone pattern for the backsplash is elegant! Photo by Kim Graham
Example of a transitional kitchen design in Charleston

light oatmeal colored walls in a custom, hand plastered large scaled damask softens strong but classic black and white marble floors, contemporary and organic artwork hang above a gilded Louis XVI console with slate colored marble top, venetian lamps add touch of warmth with gold flecks in glass, venetian lamps from Baker Furniture are an updated style and give freshness to space, cool gray colored console table is made of concrete, console is a mixture of smooth texture on one side and very rough on the other so it can be used for an exterior look, beautiful painting above gray concrete console shows beautifully and works in harmony with sculpture also resting on top of concrete console, natural light flood this space in the entry creating a healthy, relaxed feeling, coral colored roses give nice punch of color to space, simple arrangements of furnishings keep a spacious feeling to entry, pair of black and white bone boxes on concrete console bring a little touch of floor to space. Chris Little photography

This home in Napa off Silverado was rebuilt after burning down in the 2017 fires. Architect David Rulon, a former associate of Howard Backen, known for this Napa Valley industrial modern farmhouse style. Composed in mostly a neutral palette, the bones of this house are bathed in diffused natural light pouring in through the clerestory windows. Beautiful textures and the layering of pattern with a mix of materials add drama to a neutral backdrop. The homeowners are pleased with their open floor plan and fluid seating areas, which allow them to entertain large gatherings. The result is an engaging space, a personal sanctuary and a true reflection of it's owners' unique aesthetic. Inspirational features are metal fireplace surround and book cases as well as Beverage Bar shelving done by Wyatt Studio, painted inset style cabinets by Gamma, moroccan CLE tile backsplash and quartzite countertops.

How do you make a split entry not look like a split entry? Several challenges presented themselves when designing the new entry/portico. The homeowners wanted to keep the large transom window above the front door and the need to address “where is” the front entry and of course, curb appeal. With the addition of the new portico, custom built cedar beams and brackets along with new custom made cedar entry and garage doors added warmth and style. Final touches of natural stone, a paver stoop and walkway, along professionally designed landscaping. This home went from ordinary to extraordinary!

Concrete Kitchen Countertops
Example of a large trendy medium tone wood floor, brown floor and exposed beam kitchen design in Sacramento with a single-bowl sink, medium tone wood cabinets, concrete countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

This home in Napa off Silverado was rebuilt after burning down in the 2017 fires. Architect David Rulon, a former associate of Howard Backen, known for this Napa Valley industrial modern farmhouse style. Composed in mostly a neutral palette, the bones of this house are bathed in diffused natural light pouring in through the clerestory windows. Beautiful textures and the layering of pattern with a mix of materials add drama to a neutral backdrop. The homeowners are pleased with their open floor plan and fluid seating areas, which allow them to entertain large gatherings. The result is an engaging space, a personal sanctuary and a true reflection of it's owners' unique aesthetic. Inspirational features are metal fireplace surround and book cases as well as Beverage Bar shelving done by Wyatt Studio, painted inset style cabinets by Gamma, moroccan CLE tile backsplash and quartzite countertops.

Photography by Nathan Webb, AIA
Mid-sized trendy enclosed light wood floor living room photo in DC Metro with a media wall and green walls

Inspiration for an industrial dining room remodel in Phoenix

Good bones are always a plus but if you don't got 'em, fake 'em. By focusing strictly on surface materials we transformed this lack-luster foyer into a beautiful entry hall. New moldings, custom doors, sturdy hardware, fresh paint and oversized natural slate floor tile resembles nothing of this room's humdrum beginnings.

Matthew Millman
Inspiration for a timeless formal medium tone wood floor living room remodel in San Francisco with yellow walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Interior photography of EM Interiors Chicago's spring 2015 One Room Challenge. Calling It Home's One Room Challenge is a biannual design event that challenges 20 design bloggers to transform a space over the course of the month. Photography ©2015 by Kelly Peloza Photo

An elegant pied et Terre in Manhattan's Lincoln Center area. Luxurious fabrics in brocade silk from Bergamo and Rubelli Venezia. The designer mixed in traditional elements, but kept the feel modern with embellished accents throughout such as the wool/silk combination rug and the sateen coral accent pillows trimmed in velvet and silk corded tassels. Custom designed gilt metal brunch table in Venetian antique mirror and an exotic cocktail table in bone by Alan Kosa Interiors.

This visually interesting powder room is highlighted by the bone framed mirror and masks collected by the owner on a trip to Panama. The counter top is porcelain tile which resembles slate. Photo by Michael Hunter

Update your home with the luxurious and established look of this tile design. Queen Beige Polished Marble floor and wall tile has unique grains with an intricate web of veins in creamy bone-colored base featuring slightly darker shades of oatmeal and taupe. Glass Beachwalk Stria tile resembles beautiful sea shells with soothing aesthetics.

Update your home with the luxurious and established look of this tile design. Queen Beige Polished Marble floor and wall tile has unique grains with an intricate web of veins in creamy bone-colored base featuring slightly darker shades of oatmeal and taupe. Glass Beachwalk Stria tile resembles beautiful sea shells with soothing aesthetics.

A room with great bones, but with out seating save a leather sofa was transformed into an elegant, unique room with a Southwestern design look and feel.

Valerie Wilcox
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Toronto

This house has great bones and just needed some current updates. We started by renovating all four bathrooms and the main staircase. All lighting was updated to be clean and bright. We then layered in new furnishings for the dining room, living room, family room and entry, increasing the functionality and aesthetics of each of these areas. Spaces that were previously avoided and unused now have meaning and excitement so that the clients eagerly use them both casually every day as well as for entertaining.

John Sinal
Dining room - contemporary dark wood floor dining room idea in Vancouver with gray walls