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Tuscan alcove bathtub photo in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets and recessed-panel cabinets

Jeff Herr Photography
Inspiration for a country wooden metal railing staircase remodel in Atlanta

Tim Perry Photography
Inspiration for a farmhouse l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Omaha with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, brick backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Michael Duerinckx
Example of a large transitional seated home bar design in Phoenix with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite countertops and stone slab backsplash

940sf interior and exterior remodel of the rear unit of a duplex. By reorganizing on-site parking and re-positioning openings a greater sense of privacy was created for both units. In addition it provided a new entryway for the rear unit. A modified first floor layout improves natural daylight and connections to new outdoor patios. (c) Eric Staudenmaier

Example of a classic three-story wood flat roof design in San Francisco

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2016 Houzz
Eclectic living room photo in New York with white walls

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This client was referred to us from a past client. They are a busy 2-career household with young children and enjoy entertaining friends and family in their home. They have a beautiful open concept home but unfortunately the kitchen was not fitting for the rest of the home. They were not quite sure what to do with the space. We talked about trying to refresh it or do more of a minor remodel, but in the end they decided a full gut would get them to where they wanted to be. One problem was there was no place for guests to hang out other than the large and awkward banquette area. The brick wall and tiled hood area were feeling a bit dated and tired. The space was just not functional for their lifestyle. There was no prep space near the cooktop and no landing area for items coming out of the ovens or refrigerator, plus a big dead zone in the center of the room. Banquettes, like the one they previously had in the space, are great for small spaces, but when they get really large like this one, it makes getting in and out of the seating area awkward and uncomfortable. Plus, there was room for a large table, so we eliminated the awkward built in. We started by removing the faux brick wall between the kitchen and back entry. We relocated the entry to the garage over a couple feet in order to get every last inch out of the new kitchen. We also made the decision to close up the primary window that faced the pretty ho hum brick wall of the neighbor’s house. There was plenty of light coming in from the seating area, so we just didn’t feel the window was adding much to the room. Construction went smoothy. There was a bit of rework with electrical, flooring and HVAC, but in the end, we think it was well worth it. The clients really wanted a sleek contemporary look, and we originally had planned for a full height slab backsplash, but due to it’s size, it was a budget buster. Instead, we got creative and settled on large format porcelain tiles that have a similar feel but were a fraction of the cost. We made sure the wall was plumb and level so that the fit and finish would mimic that of slab material. The final space was quite a change. A large prep sink sits directly across from the new pro-style range with plenty additional prep space on the large island. The refrigerator and ovens now have miles of landing space, and a nice tight work triangle makes cooking a breeze. Since we wanted a more contemporary feel, not many wall cabinets were included. Instead, we outfitted some of the drawers for dish storage with a peg system. Two large pantries flanking the refrigerator hold baking supplies and small appliances. Large drawers by the cooktop hold pots and pans, and an appliance garage tucked away to the left of the range hides away miscellaneous items. The large island also houses a microwave drawer and tons of storage, most of which is drawers offering maximum convenience. The island now seats 5-6 people comfortably along with the new table in the seating area which can seat up to 8. Entertaining will be a breeze in this space. With such a clean backdrop, we knew we would need some drama with the lighting, so we chose two sets of staggered pendants, which we adjusted for the right visual balance above the island. We also included a small coffee station to the right of the main kitchen, which helps keep the coffee clutter out of the kitchen proper. Two tones of complimentary gray are featured in this kitchen. The perimeter is a light gray that reads almost white. The island is a gray stain that adds some depth and interest with the visible wood texture. The countertops are clean white quartz, and the hardware, barstools and light fixtures add warm brass tones. I see lots of cooking and entertaining with family and friends in the near future in this bright and airy new space. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

View of the house, main patio, pool and spa area, lawn and seat wall with trellis. Throughout the landscape, we mixed formality with touches of whimsy -- spiral topiary boxwood, bright dashes of colorful flowers, contrasting textures. Poolside trellises frame the greenery and visually link the surrounding area back to the trellised main patio. A set of striped chaise lounges provide outdoor relaxation and a view of the lawn.

Corner shower - large traditional master ceramic tile and gray tile ceramic tile and multicolored floor corner shower idea in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and a hinged shower door

Kirk Shultz
Trendy brown tile alcove shower photo in Grand Rapids with an integrated sink and white cabinets

Nat Rea
Inspiration for a bedroom and mid-sized timeless gender-neutral carpeted and beige floor nursery remodel in Boston with yellow walls

A stunning minimal primary bathroom features marble herringbone shower tiles, hexagon mosaic floor tiles, and niche. We removed the bathtub to make the shower area larger. Also features a modern floating toilet, floating quartz shower bench, and custom white oak shaker vanity with a stacked quartz countertop. It feels perfectly curated with a mix of matte black and brass metals. The simplicity of the bathroom is balanced out with the patterned marble floors.

Will Horne
Freestanding bathtub - mid-sized craftsman master green tile freestanding bathtub idea in Boston with an undermount sink, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, brown walls and shaker cabinets

Small trendy master gray tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile bathroom photo in Denver with an undermount sink, quartz countertops and blue walls

A rustic modern home office featuring a custom wood desk, natural textures, and large windows that frame stunning mountain views, creating a serene and sustainable workspace in this organic mountain home.

Example of a mid-sized urban walk-out laminate floor and brown floor basement design in Atlanta with brown walls and no fireplace

Photography: Angie Seckinger
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless open concept medium tone wood floor sunroom remodel in DC Metro with a bar, white walls, no fireplace, no tv and a standard ceiling

Spacecrafting Photography
Inspiration for a transitional exterior home remodel in Minneapolis