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A stainless steel tunnel provides a playful passageway for children to run from one yard to another. Photography: Matthew Millman, RTD
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard landscaping in San Francisco.
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard landscaping in San Francisco.


Lake Front Country Estate Front Hall, design by Tom Markalunas, built by Resort Custom Homes. Photography by Rachael Boling.
Inspiration for a huge timeless wooden u-shaped staircase remodel in Other with painted risers
Inspiration for a huge timeless wooden u-shaped staircase remodel in Other with painted risers
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Inspiration for a coastal dark wood floor kids' bedroom remodel in Boston with white walls


Photos by Whit Preston
Architect: Cindy Black, Hello Kitchen
Inspiration for a timeless gray tile and stone tile tub/shower combo remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, white cabinets, an undermount tub and flat-panel cabinets
Inspiration for a timeless gray tile and stone tile tub/shower combo remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, white cabinets, an undermount tub and flat-panel cabinets


Cooking for Two
Location: Plymouth, MN, United States
When this couple’s last child graduated from college they began the process of looking for a new home. After a lengthy search they decided to stay with the neighborhood they loved, saving money by remodeling rather than starting over.
The top priorities on their wish list were adding character to their 1990’s era home with a classic white kitchen and a larger island while keeping within the existing footprint. With the intention of honing their cooking skills, they were also considering better appliances and two ovens.
Challenges and Solutions
Design a larger island with seating for at least two. The existing island was small and the area behind the seating was less than recommended clearances.
To solve this challenge, the seating area of the island was extended out into the open area of the kitchen. This created a larger island with seating for three, extra storage and a bookshelf across from the range.
The original kitchen had a range with microwave above, so adding another oven was a challenge with limited wall space.
Because the adjoining dining room is used infrequently, the homeowner was open to placing the second oven and microwave in the walkway. This made room for the small buffet between the built in refrigerator and ovens, creating one of her favorite areas.
The client requested a white painted kitchen but wanted to make sure it had warmth and character. To achieve this the following elements were chosen:
1) Cabinets painted with Benjamin Moore Capitol White, a luminous and warm shade of white.
2) The Range hood was painted with warm metallic shades to reflect the bronze of the Ashley Norton hardware.
3) Black Aqua Grantique granite was chosen for countertops because it looks like soapstone and adds contrast.
4) Walker Zanger Café tile in Latte was chosen for it’s handmade look with uneven edges.
5) The to-the-counter-cabinet with glass door shows off serving dishes and lends sophisticated charm.
The result is a welcoming classic kitchen, where this couple enjoys cooking more often and sharpening their skills with gourmet appliances.
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Photographed by: Andrea Rugg Photography

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This second-story addition to an already 'picture perfect' Naples home presented many challenges. The main tension between adding the many 'must haves' the client wanted on their second floor, but at the same time not overwhelming the first floor. Working with David Benner of Safety Harbor Builders was key in the design and construction process – keeping the critical aesthetic elements in check. The owners were very 'detail oriented' and actively involved throughout the process. The result was adding 924 sq ft to the 1,600 sq ft home, with the addition of a large Bonus/Game Room, Guest Suite, 1-1/2 Baths and Laundry. But most importantly — the second floor is in complete harmony with the first, it looks as it was always meant to be that way.
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In the design stages many details were incorporated in this classic kitchen to give it dimension since the surround cabinets, counters and backsplash were white. Polished nickel plumbing, hardware and custom grilles on feature cabinets along with the island pendants add shine, while finer details such as inset doors, furniture kicks on non-working areas and lofty crown details add a layering effect in the millwork. Photo by Pete Maric.


Built on Frank Sinatra’s estate, this custom home was designed to be a fun and relaxing weekend retreat for our clients who live full time in Orange County. As a second home and playing up the mid-century vibe ubiquitous in the desert, we departed from our clients’ more traditional style to create a modern and unique space with the feel of a boutique hotel. Classic mid-century materials were used for the architectural elements and hard surfaces of the home such as walnut flooring and cabinetry, terrazzo stone and straight set brick walls, while the furnishings are a more eclectic take on modern style. We paid homage to “Old Blue Eyes” by hanging a 6’ tall image of his mug shot in the entry.


Inspiration for a mid-sized cottage 3/4 marble floor and gray floor bathroom remodel in Chicago with medium tone wood cabinets, white walls, a vessel sink and flat-panel cabinets


This wood ceiling needed something to tone down the grain in the planks. We were able to create a wash that did exactly that.
The floors (reclaimed red oak from a pre-Civil War barn) needed to have their different colors highlighted, not homogenized. Instead of staining the floor, we used a tung oil and beeswax finish that was hand buffed.
Our clients wanted to have reclaimed wood beams in their ceiling, but could not use true old beams as they would not be sturdy enough to support the roof. We took their fresh- cut fir beams and used synthetic plasters, paints, and glazes to give them an authentic aged look.
Taken by Alise O'Brien (aliseobrienphotography.com)
Interior Designer: Emily Castle (emilycastle.com)


The challenge with this project was to transform a very traditional house into something more modern and suited to the lifestyle of a young couple just starting a new family. We achieved this by lightening the overall color palette with soft grays and neutrals. Then we replaced the traditional dark colored wood and tile flooring with lighter wide plank hardwood and stone floors. Next we redesigned the kitchen into a more workable open plan and used top of the line professional level appliances and light pigmented oil stained oak cabinetry. Finally we painted the heavily carved stained wood moldings and library and den cabinetry with a fresh coat of soft pale light reflecting gloss paint.
Photographer: James Koch


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Inspiration for a large rustic open concept medium tone wood floor living room remodel in San Francisco with a corner fireplace and a stone fireplace
Inspiration for a large rustic open concept medium tone wood floor living room remodel in San Francisco with a corner fireplace and a stone fireplace


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Patio - large rustic backyard stone patio idea in Other with a roof extension and a fireplace


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Inspiration for a large contemporary dark wood floor enclosed dining room remodel in Minneapolis with gray walls
Inspiration for a large contemporary dark wood floor enclosed dining room remodel in Minneapolis with gray walls


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Trendy open concept kitchen photo in New York with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets
Trendy open concept kitchen photo in New York with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets
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