Ron Rosenzweig
Small trendy freestanding desk gray floor and light wood floor study room photo in Miami with white walls and no fireplace

Honed granite and ample storage in the butler's pantry of this remodeled Victorian in Ann Arbor.
Small transitional u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen pantry photo in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, solid surface countertops and no island

Mid-sized urban u-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen photo in New York with white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and flat-panel cabinets

Drawing from the blue tones in the family’s heirloom tapestry, we chose Blue China by Valspar for the walls of this transitional living room. It ties the room together while evoking the feeling of antique shopping in New York City and admiring the Chinese porcelain that you find there. Vintage décor, a pair of custom-made traditional-style ottomans, and intricate patterned curtains are another nod to this history, while built-in bookshelves, a simple and refined fireplace, and the sleek frame of a chandelier offer modern touches that take this space from traditional to transitional.

The clients believed the peninsula footprint was required due to the unique entry points from the hallway leading to the dining room and the foyer. The new island increases storage, counters and a more pleasant flow of traffic from all directions. The biggest challenge was trying to make the structural beam that ran perpendicular to the space work in a new design; it was off center and difficult to balance the cabinetry and functional spaces to work with it. In the end it was decided to increase the budget and invest in moving the header in the ceiling to achieve the best design, esthetically and funcationlly. Specific storage designed to meet the clients requests include: - pocket doors at counter tops for everyday appliances - deep drawers for pots, pans and Tupperware - island includes designated zone for baking supplies - tall and shallow pantry/food storage for easy access near island - pull out spice near cooking - tray dividers for assorted baking pans/sheets, cutting boards and numerous other serving trays - cutlery and knife inserts and built in trash/recycle bins to keep things organized and convenient to use, out of sight - custom design hutch to hold various, yet special dishes and silverware Elements of design chosen to meet the clients wishes include: - painted cabinetry to lighten up the room that lacks windows and give relief/contrast to the expansive wood floors - monochromatic colors throughout give peaceful yet elegant atmosphere o stained island provides interest and warmth with wood, but still unique in having a different stain than the wood floors – this is repeated in the tile mosaic backsplash behind the rangetop - punch of fun color used on hutch for a unique, furniture feel - carefully chosen detailed embellishments like the tile mosaic, valance toe boards, furniture base board around island, and island pendants are traditional details to not only the architecture of the home, but also the client’s furniture and décor. - Paneled refrigerator minimizes the large appliance, help keeping an elegant feel Superior cooking equipment includes a combi-steam oven, convection wall ovens paired with a built-in refrigerator with interior air filtration to better preserve fresh foods. Photography by Gregg Willett

A shower wall, a divider between the shower and the bath tub. Made of a cast glass with a texture mimicking cascading waters. Monique studio.
Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom remodel in Boston

Example of a large transitional white two-story brick house exterior design with a shingle roof

Washington DC Wardman Refined Industrial Kitchen Design by #MeghanBrowne4JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/ Photography by John Cole

The planter walls in this modern backyard have built in wood benches (matching the wood accent wall pictured elsewhere in this project). Note how the grass in the planters and the tree add verticals to the space, helping it to appear larger and more open. TRU Landscape Services

Cast aluminum and steel balcony and stair railings. Aria Group Architects.
Example of a large transitional travertine u-shaped metal railing staircase design in Chicago with travertine risers

rear yard and negative edge pool
Example of a huge french country gray two-story stucco house exterior design in Dallas with a hip roof and a shingle roof

Mark Teskey
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern medium tone wood floor mudroom remodel in Minneapolis with gray walls and a glass front door

This is an example of a small traditional porch design in Philadelphia with decking and a roof extension.

Kitchen - contemporary l-shaped kitchen idea in New York with a single-bowl sink, gray cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and stone slab backsplash

A PLACE TO GATHER Location: Eagan, MN, USA This family of five wanted an inviting space to gather with family and friends. Mom, the primary cook, wanted a large island with more organized storage – everything in its place – and a crisp white kitchen with the character of an older home. Challenges: Design an island that could accommodate this family of five for casual weeknight dinners. Create more usable storage within the existing kitchen footprint. Design a better transition between the upper cabinets on the 8-foot sink wall and the adjoining 9-foot cooktop wall. Make room for more counter space around the cooktop. It was poorly lit, cluttered with small appliances and confined by the tall oven cabinet. Solutions: A large island, that seats 5 comfortably, replaced the small island and kitchen table. This allowed for more storage including cookbook shelves, a heavy-duty roll out shelf for the mixer, a 2-bin recycling center and a bread drawer. Tall pantries with decorative grilles were placed between the kitchen and family room. These created ample storage and helped define each room, making each one feel larger, yet more intimate. A space intentionally separates the upper cabinets on the sink wall from those on the cooktop wall. This created symmetry on the sink wall and made room for an appliance garage, which keeps the countertops uncluttered. Moving the double ovens to the former pantry location made way for more usable counter space around the cooktop and a dramatic focal point with the hood, cabinets and marble backsplash. Special Features: Custom designed corbels and island legs lend character. Gilt open lanterns, antiqued nickel grilles on the pantries, and the soft linen shade at the kitchen sink add personality and charm. The unique bronze hardware with a living finish creates the patina of an older home. A walnut island countertop adds the warmth and feel of a kitchen table. This homeowner truly understood the idea of living with the patina of marble. Her grandmother’s marble-topped antique table inspired the Carrara countertops. The result is a highly organized kitchen with a light, open feel that invites you to stay a while. Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg

Living room in process of completing design projects.
Living room - large eclectic open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room idea with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a concealed tv

Envisioned as a country retreat for New York based clients, this collection of buildings was designed by MossCreek to meet the clients' wishes of using historical and antique structures. Serving as a country getaway, as well as a unique home for their art treasures, this was both an enjoyable and satisfying project for MossCreek and our clients. Photo by Bjorn Wallander.

Kitchen - mid-century modern kitchen idea in Seattle

Inspiration for a timeless u-shaped kitchen remodel in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets and paneled appliances