photos: Kyle Born
Example of a large eclectic enclosed light wood floor and brown floor living room design in New York with a bar, blue walls, a standard fireplace and no tv

Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a country black floor mudroom remodel in Minneapolis with white walls

The boys can climb the walls and swing from the ceiling in this playroom designed for indoor activity. When the toys are removed it can easily convert to the party barn with two sets of mahogany double doors that open out onto a patio in the front of the house and a poolside deck on the waterside.

Karyn Millet Photography
Ornate dark wood floor and black floor entry hall photo in Los Angeles

Tucked neatly into an existing bay of the barn, the open kitchen is a comfortable hub of the home. Rather than create a solid division between the kitchen and the children's TV area, Franklin finished only the lower portion of the post-and-beam supports. The ladder is one of the original features of the barn that Franklin could not imagine ever removing. Cleverly integrated into the support post, its original function allowed workers to climb above large haystacks and pick and toss hay down a chute to the feeding area below. Franklin's children, 10 and 14, also enjoy this aspect of their home. "The kids and their friends run, slide, climb up the ladder and have a ton of fun," he explains, "It’s a barn! It is a place to share with friends and family." Adrienne DeRosa Photography

Open plan kitchen and living room with custom kitchen island that includes wine storage. Open shelving mounted on steel brackets support dishes and provide for light from above.

Roehner Ryan
Example of a large country brick floor mudroom design in Phoenix with white walls

Modern office space with custom built-in shelves
Inspiration for a transitional freestanding desk medium tone wood floor and brown floor home office remodel in New York with gray walls

Remodeled basement with recreational room, sewing studio, kids playrooms, music studio, bar, custom steel & wood island, guest bedroom and bath (Photographs by Daniel O' Connor)

This Greenlake area home is the result of an extensive collaboration with the owners to recapture the architectural character of the 1920’s and 30’s era craftsman homes built in the neighborhood. Deep overhangs, notched rafter tails, and timber brackets are among the architectural elements that communicate this goal. Given its modest 2800 sf size, the home sits comfortably on its corner lot and leaves enough room for an ample back patio and yard. An open floor plan on the main level and a centrally located stair maximize space efficiency, something that is key for a construction budget that values intimate detailing and character over size.

Photography by Rob Karosis
Kitchen pantry - traditional kitchen pantry idea in New York with open cabinets and white cabinets

This lovely home sits in one of the most pristine and preserved places in the country - Palmetto Bluff, in Bluffton, SC. The natural beauty and richness of this area create an exceptional place to call home or to visit. The house lies along the river and fits in perfectly with its surroundings. 4,000 square feet - four bedrooms, four and one-half baths All photos taken by Rachael Boling Photography

Beach style beige floor entryway photo in New York with beige walls and a white front door

Simon Hurst Photography
Inspiration for a rustic gender-neutral dark wood floor and brown floor kids' room remodel in Austin with brown walls

Home schoolroom.
Dining room - contemporary dining room idea in Dallas

Deck - small contemporary backyard deck idea in San Francisco

Builder: Pillar Homes www.pillarhomes.com
Example of a classic carpeted and beige floor living room design in Minneapolis with beige walls

photos by Eric Roth
Inspiration for a 1960s porcelain tile and gray floor entryway remodel in New York with white walls and a glass front door

© Aaron Gang Photography
Rustic wood flat roof idea in Chicago