Inspiration for a small scandinavian white tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile and blue floor bathroom remodel in Minneapolis with white walls

No threshold shower allows easy walk-in access for aging parent. The original floor was removed and jack hammered out to allow the water to slope correctly.

While retaining the existing footprint, our clients wanted to update their current master bathroom to integrate their walk-in closet. A unique design approach was utilized to incorporate mixed materials and color tones. Creating a wooden half-wall separator complete with a double toilet paper holder and storage area provided a functional visual barrier. An 11ft. white shaker style vanity was coordinated with white Carrera marble, double rectangular sinks, brushed nickel faucets, and jeweled knobs. The custom shower area was fabricated to include rectangular and hexagon tile, a large shower seat, double niches, and a rain handheld shower system. The clear custom shower door was designed to encompass the shower seat and low step threshold in order to maintain design continuity. Rounding out the cool tones throughout, the main bathroom floor tile was selected in the same color pattern as all the shower tiles.

Being that the Dining Room is one of the first rooms you see when walking into the home and directly across from the office (which we designed as Phase I), the client wanted to continue the cohesiveness while maintaining the functionality of hosting large gatherings. The scope of work consisted of paint, lighting, window treatments, rug selection, furnishings, artwork and accessories. Maximizing the functionality of the space meant finding a dining table that expands for additional seating, while also reflecting the more modern transitional style. In addition, the client felt the room always seemed dark, therefore we added a second light fixture.

We got to start with the most spacious master suite, essentially the full second floor of a classic Chicago Bungalow. We gutted the bathroom, swapping the huge dated tub for more storage, upgraded the dual pedestal sinks to a custom double vanity, and gave the double shower a makeover, adding a rain head. The renovations continued into the bedroom, office and window seat space with new flooring, lighting, window treatments, furniture and accessories throughout. Photography Ryan McDonald

Inspired by the surrounding landscape, the Craftsman/Prairie style is one of the few truly American architectural styles. It was developed around the turn of the century by a group of Midwestern architects and continues to be among the most comfortable of all American-designed architecture more than a century later, one of the main reasons it continues to attract architects and homeowners today. Oxbridge builds on that solid reputation, drawing from Craftsman/Prairie and classic Farmhouse styles. Its handsome Shingle-clad exterior includes interesting pitched rooflines, alternating rows of cedar shake siding, stone accents in the foundation and chimney and distinctive decorative brackets. Repeating triple windows add interest to the exterior while keeping interior spaces open and bright. Inside, the floor plan is equally impressive. Columns on the porch and a custom entry door with sidelights and decorative glass leads into a spacious 2,900-square-foot main floor, including a 19 by 24-foot living room with a period-inspired built-ins and a natural fireplace. While inspired by the past, the home lives for the present, with open rooms and plenty of storage throughout. Also included is a 27-foot-wide family-style kitchen with a large island and eat-in dining and a nearby dining room with a beadboard ceiling that leads out onto a relaxing 240-square-foot screen porch that takes full advantage of the nearby outdoors and a private 16 by 20-foot master suite with a sloped ceiling and relaxing personal sitting area. The first floor also includes a large walk-in closet, a home management area and pantry to help you stay organized and a first-floor laundry area. Upstairs, another 1,500 square feet awaits, with a built-ins and a window seat at the top of the stairs that nod to the home’s historic inspiration. Opt for three family bedrooms or use one of the three as a yoga room; the upper level also includes attic access, which offers another 500 square feet, perfect for crafts or a playroom. More space awaits in the lower level, where another 1,500 square feet (and an additional 1,000) include a recreation/family room with nine-foot ceilings, a wine cellar and home office. Photographer: Jeff Garland

On the left side of the pathway, edible strawberries create a nice green groundcover with large lemon grass plants in the background. On the right, Munstead Lavender is in full bloom.

When Cummings Architects first met with the owners of this understated country farmhouse, the building’s layout and design was an incoherent jumble. The original bones of the building were almost unrecognizable. All of the original windows, doors, flooring, and trims – even the country kitchen – had been removed. Mathew and his team began a thorough design discovery process to find the design solution that would enable them to breathe life back into the old farmhouse in a way that acknowledged the building’s venerable history while also providing for a modern living by a growing family. The redesign included the addition of a new eat-in kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, wrap around porch, and stone fireplaces. To begin the transforming restoration, the team designed a generous, twenty-four square foot kitchen addition with custom, farmers-style cabinetry and timber framing. The team walked the homeowners through each detail the cabinetry layout, materials, and finishes. Salvaged materials were used and authentic craftsmanship lent a sense of place and history to the fabric of the space. The new master suite included a cathedral ceiling showcasing beautifully worn salvaged timbers. The team continued with the farm theme, using sliding barn doors to separate the custom-designed master bath and closet. The new second-floor hallway features a bold, red floor while new transoms in each bedroom let in plenty of light. A summer stair, detailed and crafted with authentic details, was added for additional access and charm. Finally, a welcoming farmer’s porch wraps around the side entry, connecting to the rear yard via a gracefully engineered grade. This large outdoor space provides seating for large groups of people to visit and dine next to the beautiful outdoor landscape and the new exterior stone fireplace. Though it had temporarily lost its identity, with the help of the team at Cummings Architects, this lovely farmhouse has regained not only its former charm but also a new life through beautifully integrated modern features designed for today’s family. Photo by Eric Roth

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Large arts and crafts master white tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile freestanding bathtub photo in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets and white walls

Great room with entertainment area, pool table, gaming area, walk up wet bar, (1) stained and lacquered, recessed paneled, cherry column constructed around monopole in between game table and entertainment; Entertainment area to include gas fireplace with full height natural stone surround and continuous hearth extending below custom entertainment stained and lacquered built in and under stair closet; (2) dedicated trey ceilings with painted crown molding and rope lighting each for pool table and TV area; ¾ bathroom with linen closet; Study/Bedroom with double glass door entry and closet; Unfinished storage/mechanical room; -Removal of existing main level basement stairway door and construction of new drywall wrapped stair entryway with arched, lighted, drywall wrapped display niche at landing; new code compliant deeper projection window well installed with dirt excavation and removal outside of study/bedroom egress window; Photo: Andrew J Hathaway, Brothers Construction

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Inspiration for a small contemporary 3/4 brown tile and ceramic tile mosaic tile floor and brown floor alcove shower remodel in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, brown walls, a drop-in sink, quartzite countertops and white countertops

The horizontal grain-matched walnut cabinets were custom-made for the master bathroom. Heated floors provide warmth underfoot, even continuing into the spacious curbless shower.

This project is a full bathroom remodel designed in a transitional style, combining clean modern lines with timeless finishes. The space was completely reimagined with new wood-look tile flooring, a custom-built vanity, and quartz countertops that bring both durability and elegance. The shower was rebuilt as a walk-in design featuring frameless sliding glass doors, large-format tile, and a recessed niche with detailed mosaic for added visual interest. A matching quartz curb was installed to create continuity with the vanity surfaces, while brushed brass fixtures and hardware add warmth and contrast throughout the space. Lighting was upgraded with a modern vanity fixture and LED mirror, enhancing both functionality and ambiance. Additional improvements include full interior painting and the installation of a dedicated electrical outlet to support a smart toilet. The result is a clean, functional, and elevated bathroom designed for everyday comfort with a refined aesthetic.

Our clients had just recently closed on their new house in Stapleton and were excited to transform it into their perfect forever home. They wanted to remodel the entire first floor to create a more open floor plan and develop a smoother flow through the house that better fit the needs of their family. The original layout consisted of several small rooms that just weren’t very functional, so we decided to remove the walls that were breaking up the space and restructure the first floor to create a wonderfully open feel. After removing the existing walls, we rearranged their spaces to give them an office at the front of the house, a large living room, and a large dining room that connects seamlessly with the kitchen. We also wanted to center the foyer in the home and allow more light to travel through the first floor, so we replaced their existing doors with beautiful custom sliding doors to the back yard and a gorgeous walnut door with side lights to greet guests at the front of their home. Living Room Our clients wanted a living room that could accommodate an inviting sectional, a baby grand piano, and plenty of space for family game nights. So, we transformed what had been a small office and sitting room into a large open living room with custom wood columns. We wanted to avoid making the home feel too vast and monumental, so we designed custom beams and columns to define spaces and to make the house feel like a home. Aesthetically we wanted their home to be soft and inviting, so we utilized a neutral color palette with occasional accents of muted blues and greens. Dining Room Our clients were also looking for a large dining room that was open to the rest of the home and perfect for big family gatherings. So, we removed what had been a small family room and eat-in dining area to create a spacious dining room with a fireplace and bar. We added custom cabinetry to the bar area with open shelving for displaying and designed a custom surround for their fireplace that ties in with the wood work we designed for their living room. We brought in the tones and materiality from the kitchen to unite the spaces and added a mixed metal light fixture to bring the space together Kitchen We wanted the kitchen to be a real show stopper and carry through the calm muted tones we were utilizing throughout their home. We reoriented the kitchen to allow for a big beautiful custom island and to give us the opportunity for a focal wall with cooktop and range hood. Their custom island was perfectly complimented with a dramatic quartz counter top and oversized pendants making it the real center of their home. Since they enter the kitchen first when coming from their detached garage, we included a small mud-room area right by the back door to catch everyone’s coats and shoes as they come in. We also created a new walk-in pantry with plenty of open storage and a fun chalkboard door for writing notes, recipes, and grocery lists. Office We transformed the original dining room into a handsome office at the front of the house. We designed custom walnut built-ins to house all of their books, and added glass french doors to give them a bit of privacy without making the space too closed off. We painted the room a deep muted blue to create a glimpse of rich color through the french doors Powder Room The powder room is a wonderful play on textures. We used a neutral palette with contrasting tones to create dramatic moments in this little space with accents of brushed gold. Master Bathroom The existing master bathroom had an awkward layout and outdated finishes, so we redesigned the space to create a clean layout with a dream worthy shower. We continued to use neutral tones that tie in with the rest of the home, but had fun playing with tile textures and patterns to create an eye-catching vanity. The wood-look tile planks along the floor provide a soft backdrop for their new free-standing bathtub and contrast beautifully with the deep ash finish on the cabinetry.

Continuing beyond the Backyard Blue stone steps and 4' stacked stone retaining wall to this point, now we walk through the Iron trellises, along the bluestone stepping stones, passing the pool area, to yet another area, highlighting a Limestone water wall retreat in the far rear of the property and much more natural forest, raised planted beds and specimen trees. You're overwhelmed by perfect serenity, a 'country retreat' sprawling over 15 acres, yet set in a prestigious urban neighborhood... it's truly a one of a kind property!

This immaculate home has increased square footage and value due to the new carriage house and additions. In order to keep in step with everything this prestigious home currently has to offer we have incorporated the carriage house. The carriage house has additional space in back through the double doors and we have matched the exterior of the main house perfectly with cedar shakes and exterior corresponding brick. Be sure to notice the custom carpentry on the ceiling, columns and crown molding as you view the picture of the beautiful breezeway. No detail will be left unnoticed as friends and family walk along the custom concrete creation from the carriage house to the main house. The classic new entryway is so welcoming as you enter the main house though the wooden framed glass doors continuing up the stairs to the main floor.

Beyond the grand stone veneer entrance, a breezeway opens to a stunning outdoor living space with views of Sarasota bay. Over 1,000 square feet of flagstone decking lays right up to the edge of the rock waterfall pool, the stonework continues around to an outdoor shower made with three large boulders and massive stone steps to a secret tropical pathway behind the pool grotto. From here you can climb the grotto rocks and jump into the swimming pool, or meander on to the tiki hut. Once in the pool, the swim up ledge in the grotto can be accessed from the pool’s sun shelf and is large enough to stand in. If the walk-through grotto doesn’t make this one of the best lagoons in Florida, there is a fire pit peninsula between the lounge chairs on the sun shelf and the in-pool seating cove next to the oversize spa to maximize the space. Photo: Geza Darrah

Alcove bathtub - mid-sized contemporary 3/4 gray tile and cement tile cement tile floor and gray floor alcove bathtub idea in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink and solid surface countertops

This bungalow was sitting on the market, vacant. The owners had it virtually staged but never realized the furniture in the staged photos was too big for the space. Many potential buyers had trouble visualizing their furniture in this small home. We came in and brought all the furniture and accessories and it sold immediately. Sometimes when you see a property for sale online and it is virtually staged, the client might not realize it and expects to see the furniture in the home when they visit. When they don't, they start to question the actual size of the property. We want to create a vibe when you walk in the door. It has to start from the moment you walk in and continue throughout at least the first floor. If you are thinking about listing your home, give us a call. We own all the furniture you see and have our own movers.