Kitchen - large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and shaker cabinets

Brett Mountain
Kids' room - industrial medium tone wood floor and brown floor kids' room idea in Detroit with white walls

A 1927 colonial home in Shaker Heights, Ohio, received a breathtaking renovation that required extensive work, transforming it from a tucked away, utilitarian space, to an all-purpose gathering room, a role that most kitchens embrace in a home today. The scope of work changed over the course of the project, starting more minimalistically and then quickly becoming the main focus of the house's remodeling, resulting in a staircase being relocated and walls being torn down to create an inviting focal point to the home where family and friends could connect. The focus of the functionality was to allow for multiple prep areas with the inclusion of two islands and sinks, two eating areas (one for impromptu snacking and small meals of younger family members and friends on island no. two and a built-in bench seat for everyday meals in the immediate family). The kitchen was equipped with all Subzero and Wolf appliances, including a 48" range top with a 12" griddle, two double ovens, a 42" built-in side by side refrigerator and freezer, a microwave drawer on island no. one and a beverage center and icemaker in island no. two. The aesthetic feeling embraces the architectural feel of the home while adding a modern sensibility with the revamped layout and graphic elements that tie the color palette of whites, chocolate and charcoal. The cabinets were custom made and outfitted with beaded inset doors with a Shaker panel frame and finished in Benjamin Moore's OC-17 White Dove, a soft white that allowed for the kitchen to feel warm while still maintaining its brightness. Accents of walnut were added to create a sense of warmth, including a custom premium grade walnut countertop on island no. one from Brooks Custom and a TV cabinet with a doggie feeding station beneath. Bringing the cabinet line to the 8'6" ceiling height helps the room feel taller and bold light fixtures at the islands and eating area add detail to an otherwise simpler ceiling detail. The 1 1/4" countertops feature Calacatta Gold Marble with an ogee edge detail. Special touches on the interiors include secret storage panels, an appliance garage, breadbox, pull-out drawers behind the cabinet doors and all soft-close hinges and drawer glides. A kneading area was made as a part of island no. one for the homeowners' love of baking, complete with a stone top allowing for dough to stay cool. Baskets beneath store kitchen essentials that need air circulation. The room adjacent to the kitchen was converted to a hearth room (from a formal dining room) to extend the kitchen's living space and allow for a natural spillover for family and guests to spill into. Jason Miller, Pixelate

Early 1900's Historical Co-op on East Lake Shore Drive. Hints of French Moderne, Art Deco done with a twist. Photo by Nick Novelli.
Inspiration for a large eclectic medium tone wood floor living room remodel in Chicago with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor, brown floor, tray ceiling and wood ceiling kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, black appliances, an island, white countertops and medium tone wood cabinets

A fresh take on traditional style, this sprawling suburban home draws its occupants together in beautifully, comfortably designed spaces that gather family members for companionship, conversation, and conviviality. At the same time, it adroitly accommodates a crowd, and facilitates large-scale entertaining with ease. This balance of private intimacy and public welcome is the result of Soucie Horner’s deft remodeling of the original floor plan and creation of an all-new wing comprising functional spaces including a mudroom, powder room, laundry room, and home office, along with an exciting, three-room teen suite above. A quietly orchestrated symphony of grayed blues unites this home, from Soucie Horner Collections custom furniture and rugs, to objects, accessories, and decorative exclamationpoints that punctuate the carefully synthesized interiors. A discerning demonstration of family-friendly living at its finest.

Living Room furniture is centered around stone fireplace. Hidden reading nook provides additional storage and seating.
Example of a large mountain style open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room design in Seattle with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Lower level cabana. Photography by Lucas Henning.
Patio kitchen - small contemporary backyard concrete patio kitchen idea in Seattle with a roof extension

Amber Frederiksen Photography
Inspiration for a timeless master beige tile and porcelain tile travertine floor double shower remodel in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white walls

Inspiration for a large transitional girl light wood floor kids' room remodel in New York with white walls

photo by Roger Turk
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless u-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Mike Kaskel, photographer
Example of a mid-sized arts and crafts medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design | L. Cramer Builders + Remodelers, Builder | Troy Thies, Photography | Shannon Gale, Photo Styling Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen remodel in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops and marble countertops

The butler's pantry is lined in deep blue cabinets with intricate details on the glass doors. The ceiling is also lined in wood panels to make the space and enclosed jewel. Interior Design by Ashley Whitakker.

Inspiration for a contemporary powder room remodel in New York with a vessel sink, wood countertops, gray walls, a one-piece toilet and brown countertops

A fresh take on traditional style, this sprawling suburban home draws its occupants together in beautifully, comfortably designed spaces that gather family members for companionship, conversation, and conviviality. At the same time, it adroitly accommodates a crowd, and facilitates large-scale entertaining with ease. This balance of private intimacy and public welcome is the result of Soucie Horner’s deft remodeling of the original floor plan and creation of an all-new wing comprising functional spaces including a mudroom, powder room, laundry room, and home office, along with an exciting, three-room teen suite above. A quietly orchestrated symphony of grayed blues unites this home, from Soucie Horner Collections custom furniture and rugs, to objects, accessories, and decorative exclamationpoints that punctuate the carefully synthesized interiors. A discerning demonstration of family-friendly living at its finest.

Photography by Susan Gilmore
Open concept kitchen - small cottage dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Example of a classic laundry room design in Minneapolis