Example of a mid-century modern black two-story house exterior design in Portland

THE DREAM White Kitchen! This room is elegant and visually stunning with clean modern lines, and yet replete with warm, inviting charm in every aspect of its design. This gorgeous white kitchen by Courthouse Design/Build with wonderful Wood-Mode cabinetry from the Courthouse Kitchens & Baths Design Studio seamlessly combines traditional elements with contemporary, modern design to bring that perfect dream of a white kitchen to life. Kenneth M. Wyner Photography Inc.

Our goal on this project was to create a live-able and open feeling space in a 690 square foot modern farmhouse. We planned for an open feeling space by installing tall windows and doors, utilizing pocket doors and building a vaulted ceiling. An efficient layout with hidden kitchen appliances and a concealed laundry space, built in tv and work desk, carefully selected furniture pieces and a bright and white colour palette combine to make this tiny house feel like a home. We achieved our goal of building a functionally beautiful space where we comfortably host a few friends and spend time together as a family. John McManus

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept light wood floor and brown floor family room remodel in Grand Rapids with beige walls, no tv and no fireplace

This used to be a musty utility area. We converted it into a playroom for the kids complete with built-in alcove beds and a full bathroom. This innovative design won a Contractor of the Year award from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. http://www.houzz.com/pro/wquarles/william-quarles-photography

Photo by Caitlin Atkinson
This is an example of a modern landscaping in San Francisco.

Jason Hartog Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary mixed siding exterior home remodel in Toronto

A deep blue upholstered bed anchors an otherwise white room, with walnut nightstands and black roller blinds recessed at the head of each window. The ceiling follows the roof slope up toward the ridge.

Transitional exterior home idea in Dallas

Lindsey Denny
Example of a large trendy backyard deck design in Kansas City with a fire pit and no cover

Example of a beach style brick floor sunroom design in San Francisco with a standard ceiling

Designed by Krista Watterworth Alterman of Krista Watterworth Design Studio in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Photos by Jessica Glynn. In the Evergrene gated community. Rustic wood and rattan make this a cozy Florida loggia. Poolside drinks are a must!

Modern ski chalet with walls of windows to enjoy the mountainous view provided of this ski-in ski-out property. Formal and casual living room areas allow for flexible entertaining. Construction - Bear Mountain Builders Interiors - Hunter & Company Photos - Gibeon Photography

Mid-sized farmhouse master white tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile and brown floor freestanding bathtub photo in Raleigh with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops

Large traditional gray three-story house exterior idea in Detroit with a shingle roof

Brett Zamore Design
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard concrete paver patio remodel in Houston with a roof extension and a bbq area

Rob Karosis
Farmhouse dark wood floor bedroom photo in New York with white walls

A simplified farmhouse aesthetic was the direction chosen for the exterior. The front elevation is anchored by a heavy timber sitting porch which has views overlooking the paddock area. The gabled roof forms anchor the building to the field, offering dimension to the landscape on an otherwise flat site. .

The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography