Elegant laundry room photo in New York

A small home bar with wine fridge at the formal dining room brings function and playful accent colors to the minimalist interior space. jimmy cheng photography

a maple slatted screen provides privacy and texture to the open living space, separating it from the formal dining room and adjacent hall
Inspiration for a huge contemporary open concept and formal concrete floor living room remodel in Orange County with a wall-mounted tv, white walls, a two-sided fireplace and a plaster fireplace

Olson Photographic
Living room - transitional open concept medium tone wood floor living room idea in New York with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and no tv

©Ascendant Imaging
Elegant laundry room photo in Charlotte

Our clients were living in a Northwood Hills home in Dallas that was built in 1968. Some updates had been done but none really to the main living areas in the front of the house. They love to entertain and do so frequently but the layout of their house wasn’t very functional. There was a galley kitchen, which was mostly shut off to the rest of the home. They were not using the formal living and dining room in front of your house, so they wanted to see how this space could be better utilized. They wanted to create a more open and updated kitchen space that fits their lifestyle. One idea was to turn part of this space into an office, utilizing the bay window with the view out of the front of the house. Storage was also a necessity, as they entertain often and need space for storing those items they use for entertaining. They would also like to incorporate a wet bar somewhere! We demoed the brick and paneling from all of the existing walls and put up drywall. The openings on either side of the fireplace and through the entryway were widened and the kitchen was completely opened up. The fireplace surround is changed to a modern Emser Esplanade Trail tile, versus the chunky rock it was previously. The ceiling was raised and leveled out and the beams were removed throughout the entire area. Beautiful Olympus quartzite countertops were installed throughout the kitchen and butler’s pantry with white Chandler cabinets and Grace 4”x12” Bianco tile backsplash. A large two level island with bar seating for guests was built to create a little separation between the kitchen and dining room. Contrasting black Chandler cabinets were used for the island, as well as for the bar area, all with the same 6” Emtek Alexander pulls. A Blanco low divide metallic gray kitchen sink was placed in the center of the island with a Kohler Bellera kitchen faucet in vibrant stainless. To finish off the look three Iconic Classic Globe Small Pendants in Antiqued Nickel pendant lights were hung above the island. Black Supreme granite countertops with a cool leathered finish were installed in the wet bar, The backsplash is Choice Fawn gloss 4x12” tile, which created a little different look than in the kitchen. A hammered copper Hayden square sink was installed in the bar, giving it that cool bar feel with the black Chandler cabinets. Off the kitchen was a laundry room and powder bath that were also updated. They wanted to have a little fun with these spaces, so the clients chose a geometric black and white Bella Mori 9x9” porcelain tile. Coordinating black and white polka dot wallpaper was installed in the laundry room and a fun floral black and white wallpaper in the powder bath. A dark bronze Metal Mirror with a shelf was installed above the porcelain pedestal sink with simple floating black shelves for storage. Their butlers pantry, the added storage space, and the overall functionality has made entertaining so much easier and keeps unwanted things out of sight, whether the guests are sitting at the island or at the wet bar! The clients absolutely love their new space and the way in which has transformed their lives and really love entertaining even more now!

This product was built as an answer to a question. How do we break up a studio garage apartment to give privacy and living space? What we did was design a media cabinet/room divider to match the existed color scheme and style of their house. The one side is a media area with shelf areas and cabinetry, the other is a bed head board. All the the electrical components are run through a small side access door and a small open channel down the center of the unit. This allows for an aesthetically pleasing media area. Cheryl Fortner

Italian Bookcase / Room Divider Loft by Cattelan Italia Made in Italy The Loft by Cattelan Italia is an italian bookshelf that can also serve as a room divider. The wooden structure of this shelving unit is available in white lacquered MDF or Canaletto walnut finish. The bookcase features multiple inserts of different size and shape, making this room divider up-to-date and extraordinary while being very practical at the same time. The bookcase Loft is available in two sizes. Features: Designed by Philip Jackson Wooden structure in white lacquered MDF or Canaletto walnut finish Multiple inserts of different size Available in two sizes The starting price is for the Loft Bookcase W53" in a white lacquered finish. Dimensions: Bookcase: W53" x D13" x H67" Bookcase: W79" x D13" x H67"

The mid-century slanted ceiling of the open dining room creates a cozy but spacious area for a custom 9' dining table made of reclaimed oak, surrounded by 8 matching vintage Windsor chairs painted in Farrow & Ball's Green Smoke. Vintage mid-century wicker pendant is echoed by Moroccan straw accents with the plant stand, and wall fan. A large French colorful agricultural map adds charm and an unexpected twist to the decor. Photo by Bet Gum for Flea Market Decor Magazine

The design team elected to preserve the original stacked stone wall in the dining area. A striking sputnik chandelier further repeats the mid century modern design. Deep blue accents repeat throughout the home's main living area and the kitchen.

The Dining Room offsets the table into the bay windows to allow open circulation between the three main rooms. John Wilbanks Photography
Inspiration for a craftsman enclosed dining room remodel in Seattle

Charles Rabinovitch Architects
Kids' room - mid-sized modern boy light wood floor kids' room idea in New York with yellow walls

This custom walk-in dressing room featured in white painted maple wood and polished brass hardware, delivers tons of functional and accessible space. Interior and under cabinet LED lighting conveniently illuminates your dressing room so you can see your whole wardrobe in full detail. High and low hanging space allows enough room to organize items based on size. Our glass shelving behind glass door inserts provides a great space to store your exclusive handbags. This traditional hutch with mirror backing can be personalized with photos and home décor. Slanted shoe shelves offer tons of room to organize and display your favorite footwear. Center Island with overhanging marble countertop can be a place to relax with extra drawer storage including our felt lined double jewelry drawer. This design also includes tilt-out removable hampers, pants rack, tie rack and accessory rack. transFORM’s custom designed walk-in closets, organize and showcase your belongings, creating your sanctuary to mix and match the perfect ensemble.

Kieran Wagner (www.kieranwagner.com
Inspiration for a contemporary closet remodel in Richmond

Great room - huge transitional great room idea in Chicago with white walls

Tracey Rapisardi Design, 2008 Coastal Living Idea House Dining Room
Kitchen/dining room combo - mid-sized coastal light wood floor and brown floor kitchen/dining room combo idea in Tampa with white walls

Example of a minimalist living room design in New York

Lou Goodman
Bedroom - traditional bedroom idea in Boston with beige walls

Farmhouse meets coastal in this serene open concept living room. White oak flooring, natural linen sofas, and camel leather and a perfect blend for this contemporary design. The open concept design offers the ultimate entertaining space with nanawalls that open up to the backyard patio. The double height ceiling called for a dramatic statement with the custom built trellis and oversized rattan pendants.