This nursery was inspired by photographs that the mother of the baby took two decades prior in Africa. It is a safari themed nursery designed in a very current way. The exaggerated wicker light fixture shines on a custom emerald green accent wall. It is a space that can easily grow with this baby boy.

The wallpaper used for this project is our Dotted Bohemian Kids Room wallpaper design from our Minimal Boho wallpaper collection. This collection brings together some fun wallpaper designs that can easily be incorporated in nearly every interior style.

Bricostone is a beautiful dry-stack ledgestone suited for home interiors. Common installations are in bedrooms, living rooms, or staircases where it will create a sense of space. Bricostone can easily be installed by a homeowner and does not require any particular masonry skills.

Swanky. Stylish. Sophisticated. The Bridget chair is anything but a deception. With features like, quality solid wood for sturdy framing, upholstery with the finest fabric, super comfy seating and cozy armrests make this furniture a must-have for every residence. Its lightweight feature adds to its usability and can be carried easily without any problem.

Today’s two tone kitchens are reflective of a perfect mix of modern iconic designs alongside farmhouse characteristics. Delivering one look that can easily be recreated in any home, this blend includes the juxtaposition of sleek wood grinds and versatile color combinations.

The original design of the Family room was not taking full advantage of the fireplace. Large club chairs were chosen to add flexibility to the space. The chairs can be easily moved to change the space. The legs of the coffee table were painted to match the dining chairs and kitchen island. Carrying the color through the open concept kitchen family and dinging area gives a more cohesive look to the space.

Eclipse Awning uses Gator Shield Galvanized Tubing and can be painted to match any color. The Fabric Top is Weather Max 80, Sewn with Tenara rot proof HDPE thread. The frame is designed to be assembled onsite with no welding and the fabric can be easily removed if storms are threatening or for winter to allow thermal heating.

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Dedicated laundry room - huge transitional l-shaped white floor dedicated laundry room idea in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray walls, a stacked washer/dryer, white countertops and white cabinets

Garage storage area with windows allows the typical garage items to be stored out of the way. A Marvin Double Hung window and a Marvin Awning window add light to the space. They can both be easily opened for ventilation.

Framod specializes in creating high-quality, customizable shipping container homes. These homes are built from repurposed shipping containers, offering a sustainable and cost-effective housing solution. Framod container homes are designed to be durable, energy-efficient, and easily transportable, making them ideal for both temporary and permanent living spaces. Each unit can be tailored to meet individual needs, providing flexibility in size, layout, and interior design.

This beautiful 9000 sq ft lakeside home, was designed with numerous skylights and glass to see the water from all of the primary spaces of the home. Through lighting control, the home owner can easily control the use of natural and specialty lighting. Technology has been integrated into the home's high design, giving the owner complete control of every aspect of their home. DesRosiers Architects: www.desarch.com

Kitchen with TV on articulating arm. Guests can easily angle the TV to watch from Breakfast Nook, while cooking in the kitchen or sitting at the bar. Hidden speakers are in the ceiling of the nook for great sound with little intrusion of aesthetics.

Mid-sized trendy formal and open concept light wood floor living room photo in New York with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace

Bud Kane has remodeled nearly every room in his own home over many years. Now reaching his 70’s, he contemplated heading up a major kitchen and laundry room renovation himself, planning on doing the carpentry work with his own hands. “I was not convinced I would ever meet anyone who could do it as well as I could do it myself”, said Bud. Ruth and Bud spent 5 years visiting kitchen firms and interviewing designers. They couldn’t however bring themselves to pull the trigger on the project, until they met Advance Design Studio in 2015. “No one understood what I wanted”, said Ruth. She was continually frustrated by experiences with designers who weren’t hearing what was important to her. “Everyone kept designing my kitchen with what they thought it should look like; I couldn’t find anyone who would listen to me”! When they met designer Scott Christensen from Advance Design Studio, they liked him right away. He listened to Ruth and designed a kitchen that she loved, all the while interjecting years of wisdom and design expertise that Ruth appreciated. “The finished product is better than I expected”, says Ruth. “I respected Scott’s opinions and together we created the perfect place for me to bake with my grandkids and truly enjoy the kitchen and laundry room I’ve been dreaming of for many years!” The kitchen transformation began with removing the home’s soffits, and extending new painted maple cabinetry to the ceiling with the addition of an elegant crown molding. Ruth’s new Vita Mix holds a coveted place on her counter, and adjustments were planned to size the cabinets in conjunction with the under cabinet decorative light molding to fit this appliance just right. “This one small detail was really important to me”, says Ruth smiling. An elegant new island replaced the original island, complete with room for 3 stools where her grandchildren will sit to make home-made pasta every Thanksgiving, and cookies at Christmas time. “Traditions are very important in my family, and making my kitchen work to suit cherished activities with my family was the number one reason this renovation was so desired”, replied Ruth when asked about the island. A picture perfect new tea station replaced a cluttered unused desk area, creating a wonderful place to prepare hot drinks for sipping any season of the year while overlooking the couple’s wonderfully manicured gardens from the lovely 3 season’s room just off the kitchen. The soft sage island bead panel detail was repeated on the backsplash, replicating the feel of a fine old piece of furniture. The biggest problem with the laundry room was 3 doors, one from the garage, one from the closet, and one to the hallway. “Scott designed a pocket door, and oh what a dream it is now to bring groceries in from the garage!” exclaims Bud who grew to disdain this task! Doing laundry is now a breeze in this attractive new space that doubles as a wonderful pantry for the kitchen with room to store food items that didn’t have a home in the poorly designed original space. New Hickory distressed wood flooring was laid both in the kitchen and leading to the hall foyer. Soft gray wood-replicating porcelain was placed in the laundry area, making for an easily cleanable surface for what doubles as a mud room from the garage. Creamy tumbled marble graces an unobtrusive backsplash spilling onto shiny granite counter tops in a rich earthy pattern of fall colors that mimic colors throughout the home. Advance is known details that included custom crafted furniture toe kicks, luxurious crown moldings, and beaded under cabinet moldings. The kitchen is complete with a glass display cabinet showing Ruth’s treasured china tea collection. Early on, it was initially only their intention of purchasing cabinets for the new design. They were so impressed however with Advance Design’s complete program for budgeting, design, installation and management that it became clear to them both that they wanted Advance to handle the entire project from start to finish. “After seeing the quality work they did, coupled with the in-house team completely dedicated to our satisfaction, it became apparent there was no other choice but to hire them to handle everything. And we’re so glad we did, we have not one regret”, says Bud. “The attention to detail by the carpentry crew more than satisfied my perfectionist expectations of the finished carpentry,” exclaimed Bud. “Every one of Advance Design’s people we encountered from design through construction was wonderful. We’ve never met a group of people so dedicated to making sure we were happy with every single detail, and every single part of this experience”, said Ruth and Bud. Designer: Scott Christensen Photographer: Joe Nowak

Generous countertop space created. Note: Improved walk thru space from cabinet on peninsula to oven. A pull out recycling center cabinet was added for convenience. Barbara Brown Photography

We believe a shed has unlimited possibilities. Sheds can easily be turned into just about anything. Thanks to their economical and space conscious design, they can fit in just about any backyard setting. This kid cave features everything kids love with many features that Mom and Dad can appreciate too.

Photographer: Paul Dyer Photography Better Homes and Gardens Special Interest Publications
Inspiration for a timeless kids' room remodel in San Francisco

This well-proportioned two-story design offers simplistic beauty and functionality. Living, kitchen, and porch spaces flow into each other, offering an easily livable main floor. The master suite is also located on this level. Two additional bedroom suites and a bunk room can be found on the upper level. A guest suite is situated separately, above the garage, providing a bit more privacy.

Tucked away in the backwoods of Torch Lake, this home marries “rustic” with the sleek elegance of modern. The combination of wood, stone and metal textures embrace the charm of a classic farmhouse. Although this is not your average farmhouse. The home is outfitted with a high performing system that seamlessly works with the design and architecture. The tall ceilings and windows allow ample natural light into the main room. Spire Integrated Systems installed Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades paired with Hartmann & Forbes windowcovers to offer privacy and block harsh light. The custom 18′ windowcover’s woven natural fabric complements the organic esthetics of the room. The shades are artfully concealed in the millwork when not in use. Spire installed B&W in-ceiling speakers and Sonance invisible in-wall speakers to deliver ambient music that emanates throughout the space with no visual footprint. Spire also installed a Sonance Landscape Audio System so the homeowner can enjoy music outside. Each system is easily controlled using Savant. Spire personalized the settings to the homeowner’s preference making controlling the home efficient and convenient.