Photo of a mid-sized contemporary full sun backyard concrete paver walkway in Milwaukee.

Tucker Cline Design Air Pocket Self Drying Shower Door and Self Drying Shower System. This is a window into the future. Take a shower, push a button, shower, shower door dry's itself. Dramatically lowering time and energy needed to maintain a perfect, fresh shower space.

Jasons Carpentry Brazilian Granite
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley porcelain tile enclosed kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, granite countertops, brown backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and black appliances

Example of a small trendy 3/4 mosaic tile floor alcove shower design in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, blue walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops

Pavers done with Techo-Bloc Blu Polish in Shale Grey Caps done with Select Wall Polished in Cambria Stairs capped with Onyx Granite In-lite outdoor lighting

Jeff Veliquette
Example of a tuscan patio design in San Francisco

Added some real marble accents to the faux marble (porcelain) tile
Drop-in bathtub - mid-sized traditional master multicolored tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and multicolored floor drop-in bathtub idea in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, a drop-in sink, granite countertops, a hinged shower door and brown countertops

You'll feel safe and secure when your home is surrounded by fencing. This aluminum project is called the HiTech 45. The horizontal fence rails are placed at 45 degree angles to add privacy while allowing air flow.

600 sq. foot Master Bedroom addition in Danville, California. [ Includes Master Suite, Master Bathroom, Master Walk-in Closet. ] Master Bathroom with Hidden Shower Drain.

Reference: 1012403 Top collection standing robe hook. Very decorative. Also can use as coat or hat hook. Made of brass and polished 24K gold plated. Designed and manufactured in Spain.

THE SETUP Client Background: Our clients, a couple who have transitioned into the empty nest phase, have cherished their home for over three decades without undergoing any significant renovations. With a newfound desire to adapt their living space to better suit their current lifestyle, they’ve embarked on a journey to reimagine their kitchen — the heart of their home. Their aspiration is to cultivate a serene, neutral-toned sanctuary on the first floor that seamlessly merges with their family room, ensuring a harmonious and inviting environment. Design Inspiration: The renovation is inspired by the couple’s penchant for soft, calming neutrals, using their cherished family room and the kitchen’s existing tile flooring as the cornerstone for the color scheme. This approach aims to foster a sense of warmth and tranquility throughout. Design Objectives: Harmonize the kitchen with the family room by adopting a soothing, neutral color scheme, ensuring a seamless flow across the first floor. Enhance kitchen functionality with thoughtfully designed cabinetry, providing a designated place for every item and maximizing storage efficiency. Cultivate an inviting and comfortable atmosphere that reflects the homeowners’ desire for a calm and relaxing space. Design Challenges: The homeowners wish to retain the existing kitchen tile flooring and integrate it into a refreshed, modern design. Accommodating a dining area spacious enough for family visits without compromising the kitchen’s open feel or functional layout. Despite liking the current placement of plumbing and appliances, the homeowners aspire for a more open floor plan to facilitate better movement and interaction. The need to amplify natural light in the kitchen, especially around the sink area, where existing lighting is insufficient. Preserving the half-wall between the kitchen and family room, a feature the homeowners want to keep, while ensuring it complements the new design. THE RENEWED SPACE Design Solutions: By choosing a neutral color palette that complements the existing tile, the design unifies the kitchen with the adjacent spaces. The tile’s grout was cleaned and restored, enhancing the floor’s appearance and integrating it seamlessly with the new kitchen aesthetic. The inclusion of a larger island with seating for two, alongside maintaining a substantial dining table, was achieved by optimizing the spatial layout. This allowed for a sociable yet functional kitchen, accommodating large family gatherings without feeling crowded. Minor adjustments to the kitchen’s layout maintained the preferred locations for plumbing and appliances while introducing an ‘open’ design concept. Strategic modifications, such as angling the pantry wall, improved the flow and accessibility within the space. Replacing the garden window with a broader, standard window significantly increased natural light, transforming the sink area into a bright, welcoming space with enhanced views of the outdoors. The decision to keep the half-wall was ingeniously leveraged to define the dining area while maintaining an open connection to the family room. This feature not only serves as a visual separator but also ties the two spaces together through the shared color scheme and design elements. The homeowners are thrilled with their newly remodeled kitchen, which has become a hub of warmth and hospitality. Hosting a wedding shower and a birthday party, they have shared their renewed space with friends and family, who have been equally enamored. This remodel has not only met their functional and aesthetic desires but has also enriched their home with a fresh sense of serenity and joy. The upstairs part of the home is shaping up nicely. Here’s their newly remodeled primary bathroom.

Example of a classic master carpeted bedroom design with red walls

Julian Hodges - Featured Project of the Month by Truitt & White This month featured project brings you beautifully crafted gates and entryways from local craftsman Julian Hodges. For over 35 years, Mr. Hodges has been designing and crafting custom wooden gates in Berkeley and the greater Bay Area. His projects mainly feature old growth, vertical grained redwood or western red cedar which is air or kiln dried. The gates are fully mortised and tenoned (male / female joints) and a very powerful epoxy is used to glue the parts together. Wherever a floating panel rides in a dado, drainage is provided in the form of several holes that are out of sight that allow any rain water to be ushered out at the bottom of the gate enabling the gate to dry itself rather than staying damp which otherwise could lead to long term decomposition of the wood. Adding to the unique feel of each gate, Julian creates his own custom hardware from heavy gauge steel, which also provides a pleasing solid sound as it operates. All gates are then finished in a penetrating oil seal which optimizes the longevity and good appearance of the gates. For more information on Julian Hodges' work, visit www.julianhodges.com.

Contemporary backyard. White stucco wall retains slope. Ceramic tile flows from inside out. Concrete steppers and mexican beach pebbles keep it clean and contemporary. Benches to be installed at the firepit and dining area. More photos to come as plants grow in and furniture arrives.

Eat-in kitchen - large transitional u-shaped gray floor and porcelain tile eat-in kitchen idea in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Modern home with board form concrete
Mid-sized contemporary gray two-story concrete flat roof idea in Denver

A close up shot of the tone on tone texture with a hint of pearl in the background.

Lucas Fladzinski Photography
Example of a small trendy master gray tile and cement tile bathroom design in San Francisco

Beautiful wall art and fine art that will bring the beauty of the outdoors into your living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, office and more. These photos are printed on high quality photo paper with the highest quality ink & finished off with a soft UV luster coating. Prints are available in 5 sizes right here on Houzz. ***Frame displayed in this photo is for demonstration only.*** About: "Calm Passion Sepia Floral Photo" is a beautiful close-up (macros) nature photograph of the stigmas, of a Tiger lily while the flower was in full bloom. A sepia aging effect was added to this photograph to create a romantic feel to the image.