A soft subtle Toasted Antique finish gives Aristokraft Cabinetry's Durham its distinguished, enduring character that adds an effortless grace to any room. Shown here against light oak floors and dark gray countertop.

Will Horne
Bathroom - mid-sized craftsman master green tile bathroom idea in Boston with an undermount sink, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, brown walls and shaker cabinets

The master bedroom of this South Carolina mountain home is swathed in natural light, beckoning its owners to rest and relax. Rich taupe moldings add depth, contrasting with the ivory plaster walls and ceiling. Punctuating the ceiling are exposed beams that have been stained to coordinate with the walnut-stained hardwoods that blanket the floors. An iron bed stands on an Oushak rug in shades of vanilla and biscuit. Almond panels with eyelet detailing hang from the bed’s canopy and coordinate with the skirt. Bedding in white, cream and taupe is layered to create sumptuous texture. Flanking the bed are ebony chests with serpentine fronts. At its foot, a traditional bench with black Queen Anne legs is covered in a damask chenille. Antique brass lamps crowned with ecru shades have a filigree texture, adding to the room's feminine air. A convex mirror hangs above the bed, reflecting the light washing in through the ample windows and doors. Suspended from bronze iron rods are sheer draperies embroidered with a floral pattern, allowing sunshine to filter through windows painted Sherwin Williams Black Fox. Woven blinds coordinate with the stain of the beams and control light and privacy. A lounge chair dressed in crisp off-white and trimmed with bronze nails is paired with a nickel side table

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in DC Metro

Inspiration for a small transitional medium tone wood floor entryway remodel in New York with green walls and a white front door

Stripped of its original charm with sagging floors and water leaks, this 1900 row house was prime for a full renovation. While the staircase and marble fireplace are original, everything from the white oak flooring, crown, applied, and base moldings, to the archways and brass door hardware is new; yet they all feel original to the house. Other projects included removing soffits and tucking away randomly placed support beams and posts, relocating and expanding the kitchen, renovating each bathroom – and adding a new one, upgrading all the mechanical, electric and plumbing systems, removing a fireplace, and regrading the back patio for proper drainage and added greenery. The project is a perfect study of juxtaposing new and old, classic and modern. Photography Stacy Zarin Goldberg

Werner Segarra
Example of a mid-sized tuscan galley enclosed kitchen design in Phoenix with black cabinets, multicolored backsplash, an island, wood countertops, an undermount sink, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Design Excellence Award winning kitchen. The open kitchen and family room coordinate in colors and performance fabrics; the vertical striped chair backs are echoed in sofa throw pillows. The antique brass chandelier adds warmth and history. The island has a double custom edge countertop providing a unique feature to the island, adding to its importance. The breakfast nook with custom banquette has coordinated performance fabrics. Photography: Lauren Hagerstrom Photography-LAUREN HAGERSTROM

This client came to us with a very clear vision of what she wanted, but she needed help to refine and execute the design. At our first meeting she described her style as somewhere between modern rustic and ‘granny chic’ – she likes cozy spaces with nods to the past, but also wanted to blend that with the more contemporary tastes of her husband and children. Functionally, the old layout was less than ideal with an oddly placed 3-sided fireplace and angled island creating traffic jams in and around the kitchen. By creating a U-shaped layout, we clearly defined the chef’s domain and created a circulation path that limits disruptions in the heart of the kitchen. While still an open concept, the black cabinets, bar height counter and change in flooring all add definition to the space. The vintage inspired black and white tile is a nod to the past while the black stainless range and matte black faucet are unmistakably modern. High on our client’s wish list was eliminating upper cabinets and keeping the countertops clear. In order to achieve this, we needed to ensure there was ample room in the base cabinets and reconfigured pantry for items typically stored above. The full height tile backsplash evokes exposed brick and serves as the backdrop for the custom wood-clad hood and decorative brass sconces – a perfect blend of rustic, modern and chic. Black and brass elements are repeated throughout the main floor in new hardware, lighting, and open shelves as well as the owners’ curated collection of family heirlooms and furnishings. In addition to renovating the kitchen, we updated the entire first floor with refinished hardwoods, new paint, wainscoting, wallcovering and beautiful new stained wood doors. Our client had been dreaming and planning this kitchen for 17 years and we’re thrilled we were able to bring it to life.

Alcove shower - contemporary master brown tile ceramic tile alcove shower idea in Other with gray cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink and open cabinets

Living room - small coastal open concept light wood floor living room idea in Los Angeles with white walls

Jacob Hand Photography + Motion- Photographer
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room remodel in Chicago with green walls

Francis Dzikowski
Inspiration for a mid-century modern formal and enclosed light wood floor living room remodel in New York with a wall-mounted tv

Kitchen - large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Master Bathroom
Example of a mid-sized tuscan master blue tile and cement tile ceramic tile, blue floor, double-sink and vaulted ceiling bathroom design in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Family room - mediterranean open concept dark wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling family room idea in Dallas with white walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Behind the central wall in the home is the private zone of the condo. A queen-sized bed is lofted over a built-in desk, bookshelves, laundry, and closet. Plumbing pipe ladders on either side of the bed make for easy ascent and descent from the loft, as well as additional storage for decorative bedding. Photography by Cynthia Lynn Photography

Photo by Michael Alan Kaskel
Example of a transitional beige tile gray floor bathroom design in New York with a niche

Example of a beach style white floor, single-sink and wainscoting alcove shower design in Orange County with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door, gray countertops, a niche and a built-in vanity