Yankee Barn Homes - Every room in this post and beam vacation home is meant for friends and family to relax and enjoy the rural mountain scenery. Northpeak Photography

The owners of this traditional rambler in Reston wanted to open up their main living areas to create a more contemporary feel in their home. Walls were removed from the previously compartmentalized kitchen and living rooms. Ceilings were raised and kept intact by installing custom metal collar ties. Hickory cabinets were selected to provide a rustic vibe in the kitchen. Dark Silestone countertops with a leather finish create a harmonious connection with the contemporary family areas. A modern fireplace and gorgeous chrome chandelier are striking focal points against the cobalt blue accent walls.

Bedroom - contemporary dark wood floor bedroom idea in Boston with gray walls

Living room - mid-sized traditional formal and open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room idea in Jacksonville with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Photos by Patrick Brickman - White Beach Home Island Home Beachy White and Light. Entry with blue front door and rope wrapped spindles and balusters at white entry stair.

Residence in Mill Valley, Marin County. Photos: Jeff Zaruba.
Example of a transitional open concept light wood floor living room design in San Francisco with white walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

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Inspiration for a large mediterranean porch remodel in Jacksonville

This modern bathroom oasis encompasses many elements that speak of minimalism, luxury and even industrial design. The white vessel sinks and freestanding modern bathtub give the room a slick and polished appearance, while the exposed piping and black hanging lights provide some aesthetic diversity. The angled ceiling and skylights allow so much light, that the room feels even more spacious than it already is. The marble floors give the room a gleaming appearance, and the chrome accents, seen on the cabinet pulls and bathroom fixtures, reminds us that sleek is in. NS Designs, Pasadena, CA http://nsdesignsonline.com 626-491-9411

The Loon Room: Kids bunk room-As a weekly rental property built specifically for family vacations and group trips, maximizing comfortable sleeping space was a top priority. We used the extra-large bonus room above the garage as a bunk room designed for kids, but still comfortable enough for adult guests in larger groups. With 4 twin beds and a twin over full bunk this room sleeps 7 with some leftover space for a craft area and library stocked with children and young adult books. While the slanted walls were a decorating challenge, we used the same paint color on all of the walls and ceilings to wrap the room in one cohesive color without drawing attention to the lines. The faux beams and nautical jute rope light fixtures added some fun, whimsical elements that evoke a campy, boating theme without being overly nautical, since the house is on a lake and not on the ocean. Some other great design elements include a large dresser with boat cleat pulls, and some vintage oars and a boat motor mounted to the wall on the far side of the room. Wall Color- Wickham Grey by Benjamin Moore Decor- My Sister's Garage

**Featured in Home & Design Magazine! The inspiration for this unique project draws on the clients’ love of Paris and the city’s vibrant romanticism and mix of architectural styles. Our challenge was to elevate builder-grade finishes in a newly-constructed townhome to create an urban retreat with aged patina for this young couple. Soft industrial elements were layered over Old-World inspired details on nearly every surface for maximum impact. We added rustic wood ceilings and industrial beams to create drama, texture, and value throughout. A Parisian-inspired glass/iron wall divider relieves the open concept floor plan, creating a more intimate seating space. Oversized pendants of steel, blown glass, horsehair and faux horn provide soft illumination while drawing the eye upward to architectural ceiling details. Custom midnight blue built-ins create a library that frames the entry and study. The deep and dramatic color palette of paint and wallpaper that adorns the walls is a vibrant mix of cobalt, citron, teal and smoky lavender. Light pours into the rooms from the large windows, reflects off the oversized acid-wash mirror, and forms dramatic shadows on the walls, setting the mood for this home.

Elegant medium tone wood floor entryway photo in Charlotte with gray walls and a glass front door

Photo: Amy Rizer Photography © 2018 Houzz
Open concept kitchen - transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, brown backsplash, wood backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Justin Doyle Homes and Kimberly Fox Designs
Elegant boy carpeted kids' room photo in Cincinnati with gray walls

Casey Dunn
Inspiration for a large modern open concept medium tone wood floor living room remodel in Austin with white walls, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

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Great room - mid-sized contemporary light wood floor and brown floor great room idea in New York with brown walls and no fireplace

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Sunroom - large traditional brick floor sunroom idea in Philadelphia with a skylight

Bruce Buck
Example of a classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Spacious Master Bedroom Suite with arched ceiling.
Large transitional master carpeted bedroom photo in Philadelphia with no fireplace and gray walls