Daniel Shea
Inspiration for a large contemporary gender-neutral light wood floor and beige floor playroom remodel in New York with black walls

Fully renovated ranch style house. Layout has been opened to provide open concept living. Custom stained beams
Inspiration for a large country open concept and formal light wood floor and beige floor living room remodel in San Diego with white walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Design Credit: Mary Michael O'Hare (MMO Designs) Photo Credit: Emily O'Brien
Elegant bedroom photo in Boston with blue walls

A young family moving from NYC tackled a lightning fast makeover of their new colonial revival home before the arrival of their second child. The kitchen area was quite spacious but needed a facelift and new layout. Painted cabinetry matched to Benjamin Moore’s Light Pewter is balanced by grey glazed rift oak cabinetry on the island. Shiplap paneling on the island and cabinet lend a slightly contemporary edge. White bronze hardware by Schaub & Co. in a contemporary bar shape offer clean lines with some texture in a warm metallic tone. White Marble countertops in “Alpine Mist” create a harmonious color palette while the pale blue/grey Waterworks backsplash adds a touch of color. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry by Studio Dearborn. Countertops by Rye Marble. Refrigerator, freezer and wine refrigerator--Subzero; Ovens--Wolf. Cooktop--Gaggenau. Ventilation—Sirius. Hardware--Schaub & Company. Sink--Kohler Strive. Sink faucet--Rohl. Tile--Waterworks. Stools--Palacek. Flooring—Sota Floors. Window treatments: www.horizonshades.com in “Northbrook Birch.” Photography Adam Kane Macchia.

Mid-sized trendy open concept light wood floor and beige floor family room photo in Vancouver with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a plaster fireplace

Arched valances above the window and on the island bookshelf, along with the curved custom metal hood above the stainless steel range, contrast nicely with the overall linear design of the space. The leaded glass cabinet doors not only create a spot to display the homeowner’s favorite glassware, but visually it helps prevent the white cabinets from being overbearing. By installing recessed can lights uniformly throughout the space instead of decorative pendants above the island, the kitchen appears more open and spacious.

Jeri Koegel
Patio - large contemporary backyard concrete paver patio idea in Orange County with a fire pit and a roof extension

photography by Rob Karosis
Example of a large classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen design in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white walls

Get the look of wood flooring with the application of tile. This product is great for bathrooms, laundry rooms, and kitchens, but also works in living rooms, patio areas, or walls. The Brindle Wood tile products are designed with a focus on performance and durability which makes them ideal for any room and can be installed in residential or commercial projects. Brindle Wood Porcelain wood look tile is versitle and can be used in wet or dry areas. Brindle Wood Porcelain tile is also easy to clean and holds up over time better then hardwood or vinyl. This collection is impervious to water and is wear rated at PEI III. It also meets ANSI standards for Dynamic Coefficient of friction.

The layered planting scheme along the front porch was designed to focus attention on the front porch and complement the existing paver walk. The suggestion to paint the posts, chinoiserie railing and porch trim a dark gray color added a dimension of sophistication to the simple frame house. Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan

Open concept kitchen - contemporary dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Large beach style medium tone wood floor enclosed dining room photo in Bridgeport with white walls and no fireplace

Hartley Hill Design When our clients moved into their already built home they decided to live in it for a while before making any changes. Once they were settled they decided to hire us as their interior designers to renovate and redesign various spaces of their home. As they selected the spaces to be renovated they expressed a strong need for storage and customization. They allowed us to design every detail as well as oversee the entire construction process directing our team of skilled craftsmen. The home is a traditional home so it was important for us to retain some of the traditional elements while incorporating our clients style preferences. Custom designed by Hartley and Hill Design. All materials and furnishings in this space are available through Hartley and Hill Design. www.hartleyandhilldesign.com 888-639-0639 Neil Landino Photography

Tradition meets modern in this open concept full home remodel by DJL Builders. A spacious entry opens immediately to formal dining highlighted with a stacked-stone fireplace. Connected living and kitchen keep the open concept flowing. Upstairs, the master suite is capped in dramatic style with a centered jet tub and walk-in shower flanked by his-and-her vanities. A walk-in closet is hidden behind the back wall. Let DJL Builders design and build your dream home. Give us a call today! Project Location: Plymouth, MI CJ South Photography

Black and White bathroom with forest green vanity cabinets. Pullout storage organizers.
Inspiration for a mid-sized cottage master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, white floor, single-sink and wallpaper freestanding bathtub remodel in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Coffee bar cabinet with retractable doors in open position. Internal lighting & wall-mounted pot filler. Countertop within cabinet detailed to include concealed drain. Microwave built-in below countertop without the use of a trim kit. View through kitchen pass-through to living room beyond. Leathered-quartzite countertops and distressed wood beams.

photo by Ryann Ford. Cabinet paint color is Benjamin Moore, Dolphin.
Eat-in kitchen - cottage eat-in kitchen idea in Austin with recessed-panel cabinets and gray cabinets

Example of a beach style wooden l-shaped staircase design in San Diego with painted risers

Karen Swanson, owner of New England Design Works in Manchester, MA keeps designing award winning Pennville Custom Cabinetry kitchens. You may remember that earlier this year, Karen won both the regional Sub-Zero Design Contest and the National Kitchen & Bath Association's medium kitchen of the year. nedesignworks@gmail.com 978.500.1096.