This is an example of a contemporary screened-in back porch design in Detroit.

Steve Tague Photography
Example of a trendy freestanding bathtub design in Portland with a trough sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete countertops and gray walls

Inspiration for a large timeless u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen remodel in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige backsplash, an island, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

This spacious, multi-level backyard in San Luis Obispo, CA, once completely underutilized and overtaken by weeds, was converted into the ultimate outdoor entertainment space with a custom pool and spa as the centerpiece. A cabana with a built-in storage bench, outdoor TV and wet bar provide a protected place to chill during hot pool days, and a screened outdoor shower nearby is perfect for rinsing off after a dip. A hammock attached to the master deck and the adjacent pool deck are ideal for relaxing and soaking up some rays. The stone veneer-faced water feature wall acts as a backdrop for the pool area, and transitions into a retaining wall dividing the upper and lower levels. An outdoor sectional surrounds a gas fire bowl to create a cozy spot to entertain in the evenings, with string lights overhead for ambiance. A Belgard paver patio connects the lounge area to the outdoor kitchen with a Bull gas grill and cabinetry, polished concrete counter tops, and a wood bar top with seating. The outdoor kitchen is tucked in next to the main deck, one of the only existing elements that remain from the previous space, which now functions as an outdoor dining area overlooking the entire yard. Finishing touches included low-voltage LED landscape lighting, pea gravel mulch, and lush planting areas and outdoor decor.

Photo: Cynthia Chung
Example of a transitional built-in desk light wood floor study room design in New York with white walls

This is an example of a transitional screened-in back porch design in Minneapolis with decking and a roof extension.

Ron Ruscio
Example of a mountain style slate floor wine cellar design in Denver

Example of a transitional light wood floor kitchen design in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash and an island

Photo Credit - Darin Holiday w/ Electric Films Designer white custom inset kitchen cabinets Select walnut island Kitchen remodel Kitchen design: Brandon Fitzmorris w/ Greenbrook Design - Shelby, NC

Bedroom - rustic master medium tone wood floor bedroom idea in Sacramento with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Example of a small transitional mirror tile, white tile, beige tile and black tile ceramic tile and white floor powder room design in Minneapolis with gray walls, marble countertops, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, a vessel sink and open cabinets

photo by David Gilbert
Inspiration for a contemporary kids' bedroom remodel in New York with purple walls

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Columbus

This modern kitchen features a large center island and an open concept design. The wall cabinets have slab doors with integrated pulls and the island cabinets have white oak veneer with a horizontal grain, stained to match the white oak hardwood floors. The counter is Caesarstone quartz and the back splash is a milk porcelain tile. You'll also find an undermount sink, high arc faucet, Bertazzoni cooktop and hood, a Bosch dishwasher, a Summit wine cooler, an integrated refrigerator, and Bertazzoni double wall ovens. Loft grande black pendant lights and a NanaWall glass door system complete this space.

Example of a mid-sized classic dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Detroit with beige walls and no fireplace

Matt Vacca
Example of a mid-sized southwest backyard concrete paver patio design in Phoenix with a gazebo and a fireplace

This is the story about a kitchen that was showing it’s age with white countertops and dark oak cabinets on a dark oak floor. It all worked once, but now the kitchen felt dark, cramped and dysfunctional. The owners were looking for a total kitchen transformation. After a disastrous beginning with a contractor taking their money and vanishing into thin air, the owners were left with a completely gutted kitchen that consisted of only the walls. They hired Rick Jacobson to rescue them and restart the project. The new kitchen design began with the idea of using Cobalt Blue as a primary color. The blue seen on many glassware pieces is Cobalt Blue, and it was decided to use it in the tile for the kitchen, as well as the pendant lights. Another goal was to make the kitchen brighter with an easier traffic flow, as well as completely updated cabinetry. And there were traffic patterns to improve, a refrigerator to move, and exhaust vents to reroute. Rick Jacobson listened to the owners and worked to create the kitchen that the owners imagined. He began by thinking through the traffic flow patterns. He noted that the doorway from the dining room needed to be widened. He added rounded doorway headers to match the home’s existing décor. He carefully thought through where the kitchen island should be, including how opening the oven doors would be in relation to people sitting at the kitchen island at a family gathering. Kitchen cabinet touches include off edge flat panel doors, soft close wooden drawers, and a spice cabinet with two slide-out racks. The new longer center island features a drawer microwave that opens and closes automatically with the push of a button. The center island also features two recycling bins and seating for four. Rick even thought of adding decorative elements to the existing half wall to make it look in line with the kitchen island. The kitchen’s black granite countertops offer an unusually appealing view: There are lots of interesting reflections throughout the kitchen. Another of Rick’s touches is that all of the lights, including recessed ceiling lights, three cobalt blue pendant lights and below cabinet lights are on dimmers which work to balance daytime and nighttime lighting. The under mounted stainless steel single sink is complemented with a gooseneck faucet. The stainless steel gas range is thin enough to allow for a wide drawer below for utensils, and the stainless steel vent hood is vented through the ceiling to outdoors, allowing additional storage space in the top cabinets. Double ovens with white doors are the perfect match to the cabinets, with a location that makes baking and roasting easier with the two large vertical storage for baking sheets and supplies nearby. The result: A functional, open, bright and Cobalt blue kitchen.

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Example of a classic kitchen design in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances and quartzite countertops

Corner cabinets are not always the most functional spaces. Here we utilized the space for an appliance garage and brought the cabinets down to the counter.