The lower level provides further entertaining areas - The wine cellar is its own jewel box, boasting custom built-ins, Chicago brick flooring and a custom wallpapered ceiling that pays homage to the homeowners’ love of New Orleans.

A modern traditional kitchen with trim that pays tribute to the "Old World" with it's heft and detail. A glazed finish contributes to the classic styling while the gentle colors and lack of heavy distressing give the kitchen an up-to-date elegance. Lots of storage, hefty appliances, and an open plan make this the ideal working kitchen.

A modern traditional kitchen with trim that pays tribute to the "Old World" with it's heft and detail. A glazed finish contributes to the classic styling while the gentle colors and lack of heavy distressing give the kitchen an up-to-date elegance. Lots of storage, hefty appliances, and an open plan make this the ideal working kitchen.

photos by Susan Teare
Inspiration for an industrial garage remodel in Burlington

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Our clients had been in their home since the early 1980’s and decided it was time for some updates. We took on the kitchen, two bathrooms and a powder room. The layout in the kitchen was functional for them, so we kept that pretty much as is. Our client wanted a contemporary-leaning transitional look — nice clean lines with a gray and white palette. Light gray cabinets with a slightly darker gray subway tile keep the northern exposure light and airy. They also purchased some new furniture for their breakfast room and adjoining family room, so the whole space looks completely styled and new. The light fixtures are staggered and give a nice rhythm to the otherwise serene feel. The homeowners were not 100% sold on the flooring choice for little powder room off the kitchen when I first showed it, but now they think it is one of the most interesting features of the design. I always try to “push” my clients a little bit because that’s when things can get really fun and this is what you are paying for after all, ideas that you may not come up with on your own. We also worked on the two upstairs bathrooms. We started first on the hall bath which was basically just in need of a face lift. The floor is porcelain tile made to look like carrera marble. The vanity is white Shaker doors fitted with a white quartz top. We re-glazed the cast iron tub. The master bath was a tub to shower conversion. We used a wood look porcelain plank on the main floor along with a Kohler Tailored vanity. The custom shower has a barn door shower door, and vinyl wallpaper in the sink area gives a rich textured look to the space. Overall, it’s a pretty sophisticated look for its smaller fooprint. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

A modern traditional kitchen with trim that pays tribute to the "Old World" with it's heft and detail. A glazed finish contributes to the classic styling while the gentle colors and lack of heavy distressing give the kitchen an up-to-date elegance. Lots of storage, hefty appliances, and an open plan make this the ideal working kitchen. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Brookhaven's Pelham Manor

Redesign 101: Keep what works-play up the architecture of the space. Clean modern custom window treatments are worth the investment. They add a tailored look and help the space feel more expansive and polished. Explore your wild side with a animal print rug...but pay attention to scale it is important if you want to anchor a conversation area. Brian La Freniere Photography

Teri Fotheringham Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional master white tile and stone tile marble floor freestanding bathtub remodel in Denver with raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops

The loft kitchenette is a small space of the house that is connected to the house guest area. Sigmar choose soft and natural colours to complement the natural lighting that rinse through the loft window.

Our client wanted a unique, modern space that would pay tribute to the industrial history of the original factory building, yet remain an inviting space for entertaining, socialising and cooking. This project focused on designing an aesthetically pleasing, functional kitchen that complemented the industrial style of the building. The kitchen space needed to be impressive in its own right, without taking away from the main features of the open-plan living area. Every facet of the kitchen, from the smallest tile to the largest appliance was carefully considered. A combination of creative design and flawless joinery made it possible to use diverse materials such as stainless steel, reclaimed timbers, marble and reflective surfaces alongside integrated state-of-the-art appliances created an urbane, inner-city space suitable for large-scale entertaining or relaxing.

Imagery Intelligence, LLC
Huge tuscan master beige tile travertine floor and brown floor freestanding bathtub photo in Dallas with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, a hinged shower door, beige countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

Living room - contemporary open concept light wood floor living room idea in Orange County with gray walls

Bold, abstract art of enormous proportions does wonders to a small space. A tight Entry with a toss-off closet transforms into a great place to hide out for bill-paying.

Paying homage to traditional ski chalets with rustic elements, this kitchen is seamlessly uplevelled with modern appliances and a functional layout. Truly a chef's dream, designed for easy conversation and convenience while experiencing the beauty of nature, it makes cooking enjoyable. Open-concept main floor connects the kitchen, dining, and living room, ensuring family gatherings are comfortable for everyone. With open sight lines, chefs can enjoy cooking while being included in the fun.

Situated on the edge of New Hampshire’s beautiful Lake Sunapee, this Craftsman-style shingle lake house peeks out from the towering pine trees that surround it. When the clients approached Cummings Architects, the lot consisted of 3 run-down buildings. The challenge was to create something that enhanced the property without overshadowing the landscape, while adhering to the strict zoning regulations that come with waterfront construction. The result is a design that encompassed all of the clients’ dreams and blends seamlessly into the gorgeous, forested lake-shore, as if the property was meant to have this house all along. The ground floor of the main house is a spacious open concept that flows out to the stone patio area with fire pit. Wood flooring and natural fir bead-board ceilings pay homage to the trees and rugged landscape that surround the home. The gorgeous views are also captured in the upstairs living areas and third floor tower deck. The carriage house structure holds a cozy guest space with additional lake views, so that extended family and friends can all enjoy this vacation retreat together. Photo by Eric Roth

Michele Lee Wilson
Example of an eclectic living room design in San Francisco

Fotografía: Valentin Hincu

The conversion of this iconic American barn into a Writer’s Studio was conceived of as a tranquil retreat with natural light and lush views to stimulate inspiration for both husband and wife. Originally used as a garage with two horse stalls, the existing stick framed structure provided a loft with ideal space and orientation for a secluded studio. Signature barn features were maintained and enhanced such as horizontal siding, trim, large barn doors, cupola, roof overhangs, and framing. New features added to compliment the contextual significance and sustainability aspect of the project were reclaimed lumber from a razed barn used as flooring, driftwood retrieved from the shores of the Hudson River used for trim, and distressing / wearing new wood finishes creating an aged look. Along with the efforts for maintaining the historic character of the barn, modern elements were also incorporated into the design to provide a more current ensemble based on its new use. Elements such a light fixtures, window configurations, plumbing fixtures and appliances were all modernized to appropriately represent the present way of life.

Elegant kitchen photo in Seattle