Diane Wagner This client not only needed a new kitchen but they had no storage, no mudroom, and useless closet in the garage. We took over the closet made it part of the laundry room to recess the washer and dryer , add an indoor closet and allow space for a mudroom and extra storage. The kitchen was gutted and we added a large center island, custom cabinets, and eat in area . We added a slider with a transom so the table could be round. The Family room we added a sectional and added a ship lap wall. We lowered the mantle and added left over granite from kitchen for the surround. Both Island the wood mantle are painted the same gray tone.

Rachel Loewen Photography © 2017 Houzz
Example of an eclectic living room design in Chicago

In this project, the homeowner was drawn towards the rustic and eclectic. Since the interior of the home they purchased had very little character of its own, our job here at down2earth interior design was to infuse it with a look that was lived-in and a little funky. From the antique glaze on the kitchen cabinets, to the leathered texture of the granite countertops, to the mixed metals and the industrial light fixtures, the kitchen is now overflowing with character. We especially love the worn-away look of the tile backsplash.

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Inspiration for a farmhouse living room remodel in Boston

THE DOOR NAME ORIGIN - "ALLUMINIO ELIVIA PAINT 4HS" One feature of this interior door model stands out among all others, to wit, the fact that here at Almese Doors we can work with pretty much any kind of budget. Allow me another intriguing observation: this one (this interior door, that is) is best suited to bulk orders. Which isn’t to say this one does not fall into the category of affordable luxury (just something we specialize in here at Almese Doors). It certainly does. It has most of the wonderful features characteristic of the brand to recommend it. It was lovingly and imaginatively designed. The name, should you be wondering, is a variation of that of the lovable, honest and faithful Shakespearean heroine (the play, of course, would be The Twelfth Night, one of the happiest and light-hearted comedies the bright British wordsmith ever composed, and arguably the most popular). Only natural wood is used to put it together, which is both aesthetically pleasant and env... Show more! FINISH: WHITE This is a bit tricky. Isn’t White the default finish that would look great on any interior door? Well, not quite. W. is the color most often associated with perfection, honesty, cleanliness, newness, neutrality, and exactitude. The pigment has been known and used by humans since prehistoric times. In ancient Egypt, W. symbolized purity. Roman patricians paraded around in W. togas to distinguish themselves from the common folk. It was the color of choice of French monarchs. Architects of all epochs used W., with considerable enthusiasm, in various projects and for various reasons. In the United States, architects favored it when designing churches, capitols, and municipal buildings – which is, in fact, a tradition they inherited from classical and Renaissance architecture. According to some experts, most of the buildings in the celebrated Forum were either made of, or clad in, W. marble. In Taoism, it represents the yang or masculine energy, one of the two complementary natures of the universe. Many authors, both classical and contemporary, have referred to W. as a sign of purity, either physical (like William Shakespeare, whose treacherous usurper monarch wishes a heavenly rain would cleanse his blood-stained hand, washing it “white as snow”) or spiritual (like Tennessee Williams, who named his lead character Blanche (derived, incidentally, from the Germanic word blanc)) as a symbol of her innocent child-like spirit, perceptible from the moment she makes her first entrance (through the interior door stage-left). Back in the Seventeenth Century, Sir Isaac Newton discovered that sunlight is composed of light with wavelengths across the visible spectrum which the human eye perceives as W. It is the lightest of the spectrum, and achromatic (hue-less) to boot, because it fully reflects and scatters all visible wavelengths of light, absorbing none. W. objects stand out in the dark. Depending on the surroundings, an interior door with W. finish might come off as emphatic or tactful, dominant or complementary. It blends seamlessly into most types of decor and, once the owner’s needs and disposition are taken into account, can symbolize - oh, so many different things, while bringing back a myriad memories: from those glorious snowy Alpine slopes and peaks to the fluffy tops of the wayward herd of cumulus cloud heap over the horizon on a balmy afternoon in the Caribbean. Tropical sand beaches are W. due to the high quantity of calcium carbonate they get from tiny bits of seashells ground to powder by the waves. In a number of cultures W. can also symbolize festivity, and be used lavishly to brighten up weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries. It is beautiful. Make sure it goes well with your interior door model, though.

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Example of a large minimalist light wood floor hallway design in New York with white walls

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Open concept kitchen - large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash and an island

This expansive Victorian had tremendous historic charm but hadn’t seen a kitchen renovation since the 1950s. The homeowners wanted to take advantage of their views of the backyard and raised the roof and pushed the kitchen into the back of the house, where expansive windows could allow southern light into the kitchen all day. A warm historic gray/beige was chosen for the cabinetry, which was contrasted with character oak cabinetry on the appliance wall and bar in a modern chevron detail. Kitchen Design: Sarah Robertson, Studio Dearborn Architect: Ned Stoll, Interior finishes Tami Wassong Interiors

This craftsman beauty is decked out in an array of color. This homes boasts character with the mixture of greys, with the very punchy front door, and a hint of pale blue just under the porch ceilings. This home has a side porch instead of a rear porch. The interior offers open floor plan that is great for entertaining guests. Beautiful custom built cabinetry with a farmhouse style sink. Connie McCoy

Inspiration for a country kitchen remodel in DC Metro

This bathroom upgrade features a neutral palate of textural whites and gray/black. The deep soaking tub adds a touch of luxury and the patterned inlay mirror pulls the finishes together nicely.

Imbued with a sense of rustic and warm flair, this kitchen renovation incorporates custom cabinetry by Benchmark Wood Studio and thoughtful interior designs by Benchmark Design Studio. Photography by Chuck Heiney

Photo: Charlotte Albers © 2014 Houzz
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Burlington.

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Traditional mudroom addition including beautifully crafted texture all around. Photo by Spacecrafting Photography
Example of a small classic entryway design in Minneapolis

A REFUGE FOR THE SOUL. | Elemental Spa makes water the focus of attention. The different fittings have the look of springs. They mark the water points in the room and are the origin of the architecture that surrounds them. Elemental Spa creates a place for the personal and shared rituals of physical and spiritual cleansing. A refuge for the soul. Each of the six products in Elemental Spa has an individual name. The greatest care was taken to ensure that the sound and appeal of the names reflect both the archaic and ritual character of Elemental Spa. The ITA and IAM fittings are for the washbasin. KATA and NOTA are bath fittings for wall or free-standing installation. For the shower, there is SATI for ceiling installation and SANGHA for wall installation. | Available at www.shopstudio41.com

Perimeter counters are Caesarstone Quartz- 4220 Buttermilk. Wall paint is Sherwin-Williams Rice Grain SW6155. Backsplash is Walker Zanger Ceramica Alhambra. Drawer pulls are Emtek. Chandelier is Visual Comfort. Island color is custom. Stools are Lee Inds.

This traditional fireplace stone design was created using Castle stone veneer in the colour Mountain. Mountain convey dark and light grey tones that compliment a variety of design styles. Enhance the look of your fireplace with a wood mantel to add character and function.

The current owners wanted a kitchen that felt more serene, and sympathetic to the character of their historic home. The new Shaker-style cabinets are a pale robin’s egg blue. The frame and flat panel door design has historical references without being tied to a single architectural era. Crown moulding is generous, but has a simple profile. The countertops are Jet Mist granite, a black stone with very subtle, wispy currents of grey. The honed finish makes the stone feel almost soft and timeless.