In the dining room we installed 3-D wall tiles that mimic the shapes found on the tracery ceiling in the adjacent family room. We used a lighter shade of blue from the music room so as not to overpower the deep tone in the music room beyond. A crystal light fixture adds that sparkle the clients love. Photo: Eric Roth

Great room - mid-sized contemporary medium tone wood floor great room idea in Denver with white walls, a two-sided fireplace and a tile fireplace

Inspiration for a contemporary wooden straight staircase remodel in San Diego with wooden risers

Integrity from Marvin Windows and Doors open this tiny house up to a larger-than-life ocean view.
Small farmhouse white two-story exterior home idea in Portland Maine with a metal roof

Sleek lines.Slender cable railings ny Keuka Studios, inc.
Example of a minimalist exterior home design in New York

hillside enclave | spa inspired living spaces. coy ponds | classic wood barrel soaking tub | coastal views. natural warm materials | re-use of antique balinese wood panel. Photography ©Ciro Coelho/ArchitecturalPhoto.com

Elizabeth Strianese Interiors and Meredith Heuer photography. We opted for a classic inspired bathroom with literally "splashes" of fun for these little girls. The triple laundry sink serves the 3 children nicely with it's deep basin and built in soap holders. Simplicity was key when selecting a class marble hex floor tile and white subway tile for the bulk of the room - but then we had a little fun with the colorful glass mosaic tile in the tub niche. Handblown locally made light fixtures from Dan Spitzer over the sink keep my signature of "local and handmade" alive.

Photography by Laura Hull.
Kitchen - small traditional galley dark wood floor kitchen idea in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and no island

Mid-sized country medium tone wood floor and brown floor entry hall photo in Indianapolis with white walls

This adorable beach cottage is in the heart of the village of La Jolla in San Diego. The goals were to brighten up the space and be the perfect beach get-away for the client whose permanent residence is in Arizona. Some of the ways we achieved the goals was to place an extra high custom board and batten in the great room and by refinishing the kitchen cabinets (which were in excellent shape) white. We created interest through extreme proportions and contrast. Though there are a lot of white elements, they are all offset by a smaller portion of very dark elements. We also played with texture and pattern through wallpaper, natural reclaimed wood elements and rugs. This was all kept in balance by using a simplified color palate minimal layering. I am so grateful for this client as they were extremely trusting and open to ideas. To see what the space looked like before the remodel you can go to the gallery page of the website www.cmnaturaldesigns.com Photography by: Chipper Hatter

Bright, colorful dining room with teal grasscloth, graphic banquette, marble dining table, leather sling chairs, and brass burst chandelier. Photo Credit: Mary Costa

Streeterville Residence, Jessica Lagrange Interiors LLC, Photo by Nathan Kirkman
Mid-sized transitional enclosed dark wood floor and brown floor living room photo in Chicago with no fireplace, a media wall and beige walls

Custom Contemporary Double Door - Entry - Doors For Builders Inc.
Large trendy wooden straight open staircase photo in Chicago

Photo: Nanette Wong © 2014 Houzz
Example of a small eclectic built-in desk home studio design in San Francisco

Tre Dunham
Utility room - mid-sized transitional single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor utility room idea in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Photography: Lepere Studio
Alcove bathtub - small contemporary master blue tile porcelain tile alcove bathtub idea in Santa Barbara

Costas Picadas Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary gray floor entryway remodel in New York with white walls and a medium wood front door

Vaulted ceilings allow for a two-story great room with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer plenty of natural light and a 50-inch fireplace keeps the space cozy.

Inspired by DesignARC's Greenworth House, the owners of this 1960's single-story ranch house desired a fresh take on their out-dated, well-worn Montecito residence. Hailing from Toronto Canada, the couple is at ease in urban, loft-like spaces and looked to create a pared-down dwelling that could become their home. Photo Credit: Jim Bartsch Photography