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Large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, quartz countertops and white countertops

Inspiration for a transitional powder room remodel in Houston with a vessel sink, multicolored walls and black countertops

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Indianapolis

The yellow front door provides a welcoming touch to the covered porch.
Large farmhouse medium tone wood floor and brown floor entryway photo in Portland with white walls and a yellow front door

This little laundry room uses hidden tricks to modernize and maximize limited space. The main wall features bumped out upper cabinets above the washing machine for increased storage and easy access. Next to the cabinets are open shelves that allow space for the air vent on the back wall. This fan was faux painted to match the cabinets - blending in so well you wouldn’t even know it’s there! Between the cabinetry and blue fantasy marble countertop sits a luxuriously tiled backsplash. This beautiful backsplash hides the door to necessary valves, its outline barely visible while allowing easy access. Making the room brighter are light, textured walls, under cabinet, and updated lighting. Though you can’t see it in the photos, one more trick was used: the door was changed to smaller french doors, so when open, they are not in the middle of the room. Door backs are covered in the same wallpaper as the rest of the room - making the doors look like part of the room, and increasing available space.

The goal of this project was to upgrade the builder grade finishes and create an ergonomic space that had a contemporary feel. This bathroom transformed from a standard, builder grade bathroom to a contemporary urban oasis. This was one of my favorite projects, I know I say that about most of my projects but this one really took an amazing transformation. By removing the walls surrounding the shower and relocating the toilet it visually opened up the space. Creating a deeper shower allowed for the tub to be incorporated into the wet area. Adding a LED panel in the back of the shower gave the illusion of a depth and created a unique storage ledge. A custom vanity keeps a clean front with different storage options and linear limestone draws the eye towards the stacked stone accent wall. Houzz Write Up: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/inside-houzz-a-chopped-up-bathroom-goes-streamlined-and-swank-stsetivw-vs~27263720 The layout of this bathroom was opened up to get rid of the hallway effect, being only 7 foot wide, this bathroom needed all the width it could muster. Using light flooring in the form of natural lime stone 12x24 tiles with a linear pattern, it really draws the eye down the length of the room which is what we needed. Then, breaking up the space a little with the stone pebble flooring in the shower, this client enjoyed his time living in Japan and wanted to incorporate some of the elements that he appreciated while living there. The dark stacked stone feature wall behind the tub is the perfect backdrop for the LED panel, giving the illusion of a window and also creates a cool storage shelf for the tub. A narrow, but tasteful, oval freestanding tub fit effortlessly in the back of the shower. With a sloped floor, ensuring no standing water either in the shower floor or behind the tub, every thought went into engineering this Atlanta bathroom to last the test of time. With now adequate space in the shower, there was space for adjacent shower heads controlled by Kohler digital valves. A hand wand was added for use and convenience of cleaning as well. On the vanity are semi-vessel sinks which give the appearance of vessel sinks, but with the added benefit of a deeper, rounded basin to avoid splashing. Wall mounted faucets add sophistication as well as less cleaning maintenance over time. The custom vanity is streamlined with drawers, doors and a pull out for a can or hamper. A wonderful project and equally wonderful client. I really enjoyed working with this client and the creative direction of this project. Brushed nickel shower head with digital shower valve, freestanding bathtub, curbless shower with hidden shower drain, flat pebble shower floor, shelf over tub with LED lighting, gray vanity with drawer fronts, white square ceramic sinks, wall mount faucets and lighting under vanity. Hidden Drain shower system. Atlanta Bathroom.

The Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU was designed and built to remain resilient in the face of natural disasters. Fortunately, the same great building strategies and design that provide resilience also provide a home that is incredibly comfortable and healthy while also visually stunning. This home’s journey began with a desire to design and build a house that meets the rigorous standards of Passive House. Before beginning the design/ construction process, the homeowners had already spent countless hours researching ways to minimize their global climate change footprint. As with any Passive House, a large portion of this research was focused on building envelope design and construction. The wall assembly is combination of six inch Structurally Insulated Panels (SIPs) and 2x6 stick frame construction filled with blown in insulation. The roof assembly is a combination of twelve inch SIPs and 2x12 stick frame construction filled with batt insulation. The pairing of SIPs and traditional stick framing allowed for easy air sealing details and a continuous thermal break between the panels and the wall framing. Beyond the building envelope, a number of other high performance strategies were used in constructing this home and ADU such as: battery storage of solar energy, ground source heat pump technology, Heat Recovery Ventilation, LED lighting, and heat pump water heating technology. In addition to the time and energy spent on reaching Passivhaus Standards, thoughtful design and carefully chosen interior finishes coalesce at the Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU into stunning interiors with modern farmhouse appeal. The result is a graceful combination of innovation, durability, and aesthetics that will last for a century to come. Despite the requirements of adhering to some of the most rigorous environmental standards in construction today, the homeowners chose to certify both their main home and their ADU to Passive House Standards. From a meticulously designed building envelope that tested at 0.62 ACH50, to the extensive solar array/ battery bank combination that allows designated circuits to function, uninterrupted for at least 48 hours, the Twin Peaks Passive House has a long list of high performance features that contributed to the completion of this arduous certification process. The ADU was also designed and built with these high standards in mind. Both homes have the same wall and roof assembly ,an HRV, and a Passive House Certified window and doors package. While the main home includes a ground source heat pump that warms both the radiant floors and domestic hot water tank, the more compact ADU is heated with a mini-split ductless heat pump. The end result is a home and ADU built to last, both of which are a testament to owners’ commitment to lessen their impact on the environment.

The mountains have never felt closer to eastern Kansas in this gorgeous, mountain-style custom home. Luxurious finishes, like faux painted walls and top-of-the-line fixtures and appliances, come together with countless custom-made details to create a home that is perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and raising a family. The exterior landscaping and beautiful secluded lot on wooded acreage really make this home feel like you're living in comfortable luxury in the middle of the Colorado Mountains. Photos by Thompson Photography

Bathroom - transitional bathroom idea in Austin

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Living room - large eclectic formal dark wood floor living room idea in Chicago with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Timeless design, impeccable aesthetics and superb functionality merge in the T-Top Cumaru outdoor TV lift cabinet. Solid, sustainable Cumaru wood Optional 360 swivel and casters to watch from any point in your backyard, pool or decking Also available in chic Greyed Espresso US made TV lift system comes with a 10-year warranty included Fits 49, 55 and 65 inch TV’s Custom sizing available The Classic Outside Design Our standout T-Top hidden island outdoor TV lift cabinet is a stunning, practical addition to any backyard, deck or pool area. Position it by your hot tub, near the pool, close to the grill or by your patio and discover limitless new ways to love your backyard and elevate your exterior space to new levels of luxury. Add in our optional 360 degree swivel and you can customize your viewing angle on demand, ensuring you never miss a minute of what’s on, whether you’re swimming laps or grilling steaks for the big game. Your Unit – Your Choice With sustainable Cumaru wood cabinetry and best-in-class mechanics, our T-Top outside backyard TV lift cabinet gives you countless new reasons to leave the house and enjoy your beautiful outdoor space. What’s more, this design can be customized to suit specific spaces and larger TVs. https://www.cabinet-tronix.com/tv-lift-cabinets/t-top-solid-cumaru-wood-outdoor/

Stone Stairs by 'Ancient Surfaces' Product: Antique Stone Stairs Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com Stairs are one of the most basic indoors and outdoors architectural feature that are a must both functionally and esthetically speaking. In landscaping beside their obvious usefulness in helping you access various elevations on your property they will also allow you to divide and breakup various section of your outdoor design, they'll help you redirect your line of sight to specific focal points of interest and by themselves can make a powerful design statement that symbolizes hospitality and openness towards guests. When creating staircases out of our antique stone building elements we focus on waring all of those hats that your stairs need to ware in order to serve their intended multipurpose role. Most don't dwell or even think twice about this seemingly rudimentary and basic building element that on its surface seems unchanged from the days of the Roman empire. However we've identified various stairs designs and cataloged over 30 divers stone stairs type that forms the bulk of our stone stair library. Here are a few that are noteworthy of mentioning: 1- The thick hexagon staggered stepping stone stairs ideal for any ancient, whimsical, 17th century English or Asiatic landscaping themes you may be using in your outdoors. 2- The 3" and 5" Thick foundation slab slices that are massive cut-out chunks from salvaged cornerstone foundation blocks that used to be laid underneath old farmhouses and building structures in medieval and renaissance Europe before the invention of modern cement and steel foundations. 3- The double stacked antique reclaimed limestone stair edge and risers. All made out of our various lines of very hard antique limestone paves that defies all weather types from sub-Saharan to Tundra climates and perfect for both indoors and outdoors applications. 4- Full blocked 8" thick (or more) )stairs with both the squared backs and the slanted backs ideal for the outdoors or for creating a self-supporting structure that will allow architects and designer an extended range of design options and usages. 5- Limestone stairs with Encaustic Tile raisers ideal for any coastal Spanish or Italian style home. 6- Thick and solid single pieced bull-nosed stairs and raisers flanked by wrist high limestone balustrades when used on the outdoor entryway staircase of your home. All of those types of stairs and countless many others will play an invisible role in defining the character and feel of your future home.

Timeless design, impeccable aesthetics and superb functionality merge in the T-Top Cumaru outdoor TV lift cabinet. Solid, sustainable Cumaru wood Optional 360 swivel and casters to watch from any point in your backyard, pool or decking Also available in chic Greyed Espresso US made TV lift system comes with a 10-year warranty included Fits 49, 55 and 65 inch TV’s Custom sizing available The Classic Outside Design Our standout T-Top hidden island outdoor TV lift cabinet is a stunning, practical addition to any backyard, deck or pool area. Position it by your hot tub, near the pool, close to the grill or by your patio and discover limitless new ways to love your backyard and elevate your exterior space to new levels of luxury. Add in our optional 360 degree swivel and you can customize your viewing angle on demand, ensuring you never miss a minute of what’s on, whether you’re swimming laps or grilling steaks for the big game. Your Unit – Your Choice With sustainable Cumaru wood cabinetry and best-in-class mechanics, our T-Top outside backyard TV lift cabinet gives you countless new reasons to leave the house and enjoy your beautiful outdoor space. What’s more, this design can be customized to suit specific spaces and larger TVs. https://www.cabinet-tronix.com/tv-lift-cabinets/t-top-solid-cumaru-wood-outdoor/

Private access to the outdoor spa and shower Photo credits: Baxter Imaging
Trendy dark wood floor corner shower photo in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets and beige walls

Our most recent modern farmhouse in the west Willamette Valley is what dream homes are made of. Named “Starry Night Ranch” by the homeowners, this 3 level, 4 bedroom custom home boasts of over 9,000 square feet of combined living, garage and outdoor spaces. Well versed in the custom home building process, the homeowners spent many hours partnering with both Shan Stassens of Winsome Construction and Buck Bailey Design to add in countless unique features, including a cross hatched cable rail system, a second story window that perfectly frames a view of Mt. Hood and an entryway cut-out to keep a specialty piece of furniture tucked out of the way. From whitewashed shiplap wall coverings to reclaimed wood sliding barn doors to mosaic tile and honed granite, this farmhouse-inspired space achieves a timeless appeal with both classic comfort and modern flair.

This gold and walnut modern credenza would make the perfect storage cabinet in nearly any environment. It is handcrafted by us here in the USA utilizing only the highest quality materials and it’s made to last a lifetime. The raised geometric pattern of the gold doors and a touch of modernism, while simultaneously are a nod to Hollywood Regency styling. It sits atop a black platform base (wrapped in vinyl to give a little texture). It is a very versatile piece and would be well-suited as a modern TV stand/console, credenza, buffet, or stylish sideboard. Behind each door you’ll find an adjustable inner shelf for maximum flexibility. Push-to-open doors eliminate the need for handles or knobs on the front so as to not distract from the stylish, modern look of the doors. In addition to making these in many different widths and heights, we can also build yours in nearly any configuration. Want a more “open”, “airy” look? We can make yours with an open middle section (meaning doors only on the outsides). Or, need drawers? We can do that as well! It is shown here in rich brown walnut, but yours can be made in any of the woods shown on our wood options page. Other door colors are available as well. For a more vintage look, consider our vintage-orange doors. Or, for a more modern style, go with white. See our other items for examples in different color and configurations. Looking for a more mid-century look? Take a look at this unit with our tapered, gold spindle legs as opposed to the platform base. For many years of trouble-free use, we use only top-of-the-line hardware (hinges, push to open mechanisms) from Blum and Salice. Only the highest quality furniture-grade veneers are used as well. Like any natural material, expect some slight variations in grain and coloration. Using this to store electronic devices that need power? Let us know and we’re happy to add holes in the back for cables to exit for no additional charge. Need a different width? Yours can be made with any number of doors. Dimensions: approximately 82.75" wide x 19" deep x 25.25" high . (The dimensions are the exterior dimensions of the cabinet. The patterns on the doors will extend slightly past the cabinet) Model: Pi (shown in walnut with gold doors and platform base). Please inquire for information and pricing on any changes you would like. We also create many other custom pieces in this and other styles, so, please contact us if you are looking for conference tables, credenzas, industrial office shelving, or any other furniture. We would love to discuss how we can work together to design a unique piece to fit your needs! To see more options and to learn more about us, visit us at: www.combine9.com In addition to countless wonderful homeowners and small businesses around the country, some of our past clients include companies such as Google, Disney, Hilton Hotels, YouTube, Linked In, Living Social, Wyndham Hotels, Trip Advisor, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Vans Shoes, Vibram Shoes, Mishimoto, Starwood Hotels, and Bose retail stores. We’ve also been in numerous national publications and TV shows including HGTV’s “House Hunters”, a nation-wide Verizon TV commercial, a nation-wide Microsoft TV commercial, NBC’s “About a Boy” TV show, Dwell (for their Dwell Labs exhibit), Sound & Vision magazine, Living Spaces magazine, etc. We’ve even had several A-list celebrities (that we’ve been asked to not mention by name)! ABOUT US: We create custom, unique furniture, unlike anything you will find. Our intention is to give you a piece of furniture that you will admire and enjoy for years to come and that will leave your house-guests envious. Our work is handcrafted in the United States and made to last a lifetime. These unique pieces fit perfectly with any urban/modern, mid-century, or rustic décor. All of our pieces can be made in many configurations and sizes to suit your specific style and needs. There are many options available as each piece is designed just for you, so, if you have any thoughts, please contact us and we would be happy to let you know what your options are. * All rights reserved; Combine 9 Design, LLC

The pantry features countless shelving with different pull out storage features.
Kitchen pantry - large contemporary single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen pantry idea in Seattle with open cabinets and light wood cabinets

This modern credenza would make the perfect storage cabinet in nearly any environment. It is handcrafted by us here in the USA utilizing only the highest quality materials and it’s made to last a lifetime. While its gold tapered spindle legs give it a mid century modern, timeless feel, the raised geometric pattern of the doors add a touch of modernism. It is a very versatile piece and would be well-suited as a modern TV stand/console, credenza, buffet, or stylish sideboard. Behind each door you’ll find an adjustable inner shelf for maximum flexibility. Push-to-open doors eliminate the need for handles or knobs on the front so as to not distract from the stylish, modern look of the doors. In addition to making these in many different widths and heights, we can also build yours in nearly any configuration. Want a more “open”, “airy” look? We can make yours with an open middle section (meaning doors only on the outsides). Or, need drawers? We can do that as well! It is shown here in rich brown walnut, but yours can be made in any of the woods shown on our wood options page. Other door colors are available as well. It looks particularly nice with white or our vintage-orange doors. Looking for a less mid century look? Go with our platform base instead of the spindle legs. For many years of trouble-free use, we use only top-of-the-line hardware (hinges, push to open mechanisms) from Blum and Salice. Only the highest quality furniture-grade veneers are used as well. Like any natural material, expect some slight variations in grain and coloration. Using this to store electronic devices that need power? Let us know and we’re happy to add holes in the back for cables to exit for no additional charge. Need a different width? Yours can be made with any number of doors. Dimensions: approximately 82.75" wide x 19" deep x 29" high . (The dimensions are the exterior dimensions of the cabinet. The patterns on the doors will extend slightly past the cabinet) Model: Pi (shown here in walnut with gold doors and spindle legs). Please inquire for information and pricing on any changes you would like. We also create many other custom pieces in this and other styles, so, please contact us if you are looking for conference tables, credenzas, industrial office shelving, or any other furniture. We would love to discuss how we can work together to design a unique piece to fit your needs! To see more options and to learn more about us, visit us at: www.combine9.com In addition to countless wonderful homeowners and small businesses around the country, some of our past clients include companies such as Google, Disney, Hilton Hotels, YouTube, Linked In, Living Social, Wyndham Hotels, Trip Advisor, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Vans Shoes, Vibram Shoes, Mishimoto, Starwood Hotels, and Bose retail stores. We’ve also been in numerous national publications and TV shows including HGTV’s “House Hunters”, a nation-wide Verizon TV commercial, a nation-wide Microsoft TV commercial, NBC’s “About a Boy” TV show, Dwell (for their Dwell Labs exhibit), Sound & Vision magazine, Living Spaces magazine, etc. We’ve even had several A-list celebrities (that we’ve been asked to not mention by name)! ABOUT US: We create custom, unique furniture, unlike anything you will find. Our intention is to give you a piece of furniture that you will admire and enjoy for years to come and that will leave your house-guests envious. Our work is handcrafted in the United States and made to last a lifetime. These unique pieces fit perfectly with any urban/modern, mid-century, or rustic décor. All of our pieces can be made in many configurations and sizes to suit your specific style and needs. There are many options available as each piece is designed just for you, so, if you have any thoughts, please contact us and we would be happy to let you know what your options are. * All rights reserved; Combine 9 Design, LLC

Southern Beach Getaway in WaterColor Private Residence / WaterColor, Florida Architect: Geoff Chick & Associates Builder: Chris Clark Construction The E. F. San Juan team collaborated closely with architect Geoff Chick, builder Chris Clark, interior designer Allyson Runnels, and the homeowners to bring their design vision to reality. This included custom interior and exterior millwork, pecky cypress ceilings in various rooms of the home, different types of wall and ceiling paneling in each upstairs bedroom, custom pecky cypress barn doors and beams in the master suite, Euro-Wall doors in the living area, Weather Shield windows and doors throughout, Georgia pine porch ceilings, and Ipe porch flooring. Challenges: Allyson and the homeowners wanted each of the children’s upstairs bedrooms to have unique features, and we addressed this from a millwork perspective by producing different types of wall and ceiling paneling for each of these rooms. The homeowners also loved the look of pecky cypress and wanted to see this unique type of wood featured as a highlight throughout the home. Solution: In the main living area and kitchen, the coffered ceiling presents pecky cypress stained gray to accent the tiled wall of the kitchen. In the adjoining hallway, the pecky cypress ceiling is lightly pickled white to make a subtle contrast with the surrounding white paneled walls and trim. The master bedroom has two beautiful large pecky cypress barn doors and several large pecky cypress beams that give it a cozy, rustic yet Southern coastal feel. Off the master bedroom is a sitting/TV room featuring a pecky cypress ceiling in a stunning rectangular, concentric pattern that was expertly installed by Edgar Lara and his skilled team of finish carpenters. We also provided twelve-foot-high floor-to-ceiling Euro-Wall Systems doors in the living area that lend to the bright and airy feel of this space, as do the Weather Shield windows and doors that were used throughout the home. Finally, the porches’ rich, South Georgia pine ceilings and chatoyant Ipe floors create a warm contrast to the bright walls, columns, and railings of these comfortable outdoor spaces. The result is an overall stunning home that exhibits all the best characteristics of the WaterColor community while standing out with countless unique custom features. --- Photography by Jack Gardner