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Balcony - mid-sized contemporary balcony idea in San Francisco with a roof extension
Balcony - mid-sized contemporary balcony idea in San Francisco with a roof extension


Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary freestanding desk light wood floor and beige floor home office remodel in Orange County with white walls and a corner fireplace
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We left a whole wall open for art and hanging costumes, jackets, and bags. We used birch tree hooks to add a natural texture to the space. The tiny closet under the stairs is perfect for the play kitchen. Inside we stored the grocery cart, baby carriage, and baskets of plush toys as well. Photo by Brian Kelly


Walls and ceiling are Sherwin-Williams Mesmerize in high gloss, sofa is Bernhardt, ottomans are Lee Inds.
Example of a small transitional enclosed carpeted family room design in Little Rock with a wall-mounted tv and blue walls
Example of a small transitional enclosed carpeted family room design in Little Rock with a wall-mounted tv and blue walls


Willman Interiors is a full service Interior design firm on the Big Island of Hawaii. There is no cookie-cutter concepts in anything we do—each project is customized and imaginative. Combining artisan touches and stylish contemporary detail, we do what we do best: put elements together in ways that are fresh, gratifying, and reflective of our clients’ tastes. Photo : Linny Morris


Open shelving at the end of this large island helps lighten the visual weight of the piece, as well as providing easy access to cookbooks and other commonly used kitchen pieces. Learn more about the Normandy Remodeling Designer, Stephanie Bryant, who created this kitchen: http://www.normandyremodeling.com/stephaniebryant/

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Creating access to a new outdoor balcony, architect Mary Cerrone replaced the window with a full-pane glass door. The challenge of a narrow thoroughfare was overcome by implementing a sliding screen, which when opened slides into a pocket behind the refrigerator.
By placing a focal point of bright color in the doorway, the room gains a feeling of greater depth, while the dying process of the wood mirrors that of the cabinetry.
Door Hardware: Flat Track Series, barndoorhardware.com
Photo: Adrienne DeRosa Photography © 2013 Houzz
Design: Mary Cerrone


Home theater with wood paneling and Corrugated perforated metal ceiling, plus built-in banquette seating. next to TV wall
photo by Jeffrey Edward Tryon


Inspiration for a small transitional open concept living room remodel in Boston


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.
Liz Schupanitz Designs
Photographed by: Andrea Rugg Photography


Family room - mid-sized coastal dark wood floor family room idea in New York with white walls

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Photo Credits: Alex Donovan, asquaredstudio.com
Kitchen - coastal kitchen idea in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, blue backsplash and ceramic backsplash
Kitchen - coastal kitchen idea in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, blue backsplash and ceramic backsplash


Inspiration for a small transitional galley dark wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island


Inspiration for a country l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Boise with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops


New Urban Luxury
Private Residence – Alys Beach, Florida
Architect: Khoury & Vogt Architects
Builder: BRW Builders of Destin
E. F. San Juan supplied all the interior and exterior wood millwork for this expertly designed residence adjacent to the snow-white dunes found in the serene New Urban townscape of Alys Beach, Florida.
Challenges:
The most significant design challenge of this project was to engineer a processing method to fabricate the complex millwork components in mass for the outdoor lounge. Khoury & Vogt Architects created a custom design for an inspiring and elegant outdoor living space. Fortunately, this house had a resourceful and creative team ensuring the vision of the design stayed intact.
Solution:
The intricate design required a creative approach which entailed high-level fabricating skills. “This project stands out in my mind because it required that I personally design and build numerous jigs,” says Edward San Juan. Taking on the challenge, San Juan designed and handcrafted each jig to the exact specification required for the exterior design.
The team at E. F. San Juan continued with the creative approach, integrating and assembling the custom jigs to produce a work of art. The millwork beautifully complements the sleek white design on the deep indoor-outdoor decks, allowing the feel of the surrounding nature to flow inside. The result is a breathtaking and inspiring New Urban home in a luxurious beach town along Scenic Highway 30-A.
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Photography by Jack Gardner
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Farmhouse formal medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room photo in Boise with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and no tv


In this 1905 Tudor home, the intent of this design was to take advantage of the classic architecture of the home and incorporate modern conveniences.
Located in the Joseph Berry Subdivision in Detroit, this stellar home presented several design challenges. The most difficult challenge to overcome was the 11” slope from one end of the kitchen to the other, caused by 110 years of settling. All new floor joists were installed and the floor by the side door was then recessed down one step. This created a cozy nook when you first enter the kitchen. A tiered ceiling with strategically planned cabinetry heights and crown molding concealed the slope of the walls at the ceiling level.
The second challenge in this historic home was the awkward foot print of the kitchen. It’s likely that this kitchen had a butler’s pantry originally. However it was remodeled sometime in the 70’s and all original character was erased. Clever pantry storage was added to an awkward corner creating a space that mimicked the essence of a butler’s pantry, while providing storage desired in kitchens today.
Keeping the large footprint of the kitchen presented obstacles with the working triangle; the distance from the sink to the cooktop is several feet. The solution was installation of a pot filler over the cooktop that added convenience and elegance (not sure about this word). Not everything in this project was a challenge; the discovery of a brick chimney hiding behind plaster was a welcome surprise and brought character back honoring the historic charm of this beautiful home.
Kitchen Designer: Rebekah Tull of Whiski Kitchen Design Studio
Remodeling Contractor: Renaissance Restorations, Inc.
Counter Top Fabricator: Lakeside Solid Surfaces - Cambria
Cabinetry: Legacy Crafted Cabinets
Photographer: Shermin Photography
Lighting: Rejuvenation
Tile: TileBar.com


Organized Living freedomRail kids closet. This system grows with your child's needs - from infant to teen. Shelves and brackets adjust instantly without tools. Start with triple hang space for infants and toddlers then change to double hang and long hang later as they grow. See more kid's closet designs at http://organizedliving.com/home/get-inspired/areas-of-the-home/kid-closet
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