Creating a clean, contemporary home was the goal. I chose warm neutral grays with strong accent colors: eye-catching reds, blues and purples in the bedrooms. The use of sophisticated neutrals with well-placed color accents creates a warm and inviting yet clean and contemporary home for the family. Anne Buskirk Photography.

A cascading waterfall counter is the perfect way to show off your stunning stone countertop, and the emphasis on straight lines creates a strong focal point that will quickly catch your visitor’s eye.

The black ceiling creates a strong contrast against the pure white walls. The mirrors hung in front of the window offer a touch of privacy, while still allowing natural light into the space. Photo by Kim Sokoloff.

This low corridor view emphasizes the reflective wall finish, aligned door openings, and continuous polished floor tile. Crystal fixtures repeat along the coffered ceiling to create a strong visual rhythm.

The Cementine Evo Series is a porcelain, inspired by the fabrics of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. The graphics provide a strong, visual impact, using flat background colors to create simple, essential forms.

Meet Mary Strong. Mary has over 20 years experience in residential and commercial interior design. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Nesbitt School of Design at Drexel University. Strong relocated to the Houston area in 2008 from New York, and loves the diversity of Houston because it allows her to work with many different home styles. She enjoys interacting with people, and her skills and experience create beautiful results for her new and returning clients. Mary's preferred style is what she calls “today's traditional.” It is a mix of old and new; a fresh version of traditional design. One of her specialties is window treatments. She works closely with Star's drapery designers to create custom treatments for her clients' homes. Contact Mary Strong and let her know that you found her on Houzz.com. Webpage: https://www.starfurniture.com/mary-strong Address: Star Furniture, 16666 Barker Springs Road, Houston, TX Phone: 281-492-5494 Email: mstrong@starfurniture.com

Rikki Snyder
Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in DC Metro

Bedrooms are one of my favorite rooms in the home, a bedroom must be comfortable and serene. I design master bedrooms as a private retreat for my clients. Elements of a great bedroom include: -Foundation: Don’t underestimate the power of a great night’s sleep. Your matress is the most important element in the room. We have some tips below from Chicago Luxury Beds about how to select the right mattress for you. Chicago Luxury Beds is providing a wonderful mattress for the model showcase we are creating at the Ritz Carlton Residences. You’ll have to come by and see it for yourself, stay tuned for the opening in March. -Fabulous Sheets: I love Pratesi, they make the softest most luxurious bedding in the marketplace. -Bedding Toppers: Accent pillows, cashmere blankets or a colorful throw will pull your entire room together. -Create a Focal Point: Use a great wallcovering, window treatment, piece of art or fireplace. -Mix and Match Furniture: Bedroom sets are a thing of the past. I love creating full dressing rooms for my clients and keeping furniture within the bedroom suite more decorative. Don’t be afraid to mix and match to create an eclectic vibe. Upholstered headboards are still a strong trend and allow for a personal touch by mixing shapes, custom fabrics and trimmings. -Window Treatments: Don’t skimp on window treatments. Decorative panels add softness to the room while shades should be black-out lined to guarantee a good night’s rest. -Lighting: I believe there should be a combination of ambient and task lighting in the bedroom. A great chandelier should always be on a dimmer. Bedside lamps or sconces should be on dimmers as well but should be bright enough to read by. Don’t forget lighting should be flattering, we all want to look our best, don’t we? I hope you enjoy the photo selections from Chicago Luxury Beds, Pratesi, The Gray + Walter Portfolio, Elle Decor and House Beautiful. Good night, sleep tight and don’t let the bed bugs bite. Big Hugs, Ken Photo Credit: House Beautiful

A bold media room pairs a vivid fuchsia sectional with a large-scale color-block mural and matte black chandelier, creating a playful, graphic space with strong personality and urban edge.

Painting all of the brackets for the patio cover black, to create strong contrast from the white framing and corrugated roof
Inspiration for a small timeless front yard patio remodel in Portland with an awning

Sturdy and strong, built to last. Armour Stone is a natural and cost effective choice for poolside retention. Adding the final touch with some planting soften the look and creates a tranquil space to enjoy all summer long. Pool deck in Unilock Thornbury

Sturdy and strong, built to last. Armour Stone is a natural and cost effective choice for poolside retention. Adding the final touch with some planting soften the look and creates a tranquil space to enjoy all summer long. Pool deck in Unilock Thornbury

The goal was to create a space which was luxurious, timeless, classic, yet absolutely current and contemporary.
Huge transitional open concept dark wood floor and brown floor family room photo in Toronto with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

SDH Studio - Architecture and Design Location: Golden Beach, Florida, USA Conceptualized as minimalist assembly of structures on the edge of the canal in Golden Beach, the design emphasizes the views of the water while creating a strong connection between the interior and the exterior of the home.

photos: Kyle Born
Large eclectic enclosed light wood floor and brown floor living room photo in New York with a bar, blue walls, a standard fireplace and no tv

Black windows create a strong contrast to the white and is reflected in other accents throughout the space.
Kitchen - eclectic kitchen idea in Philadelphia

The Cementine Evo Series is a porcelain, inspired by the fabrics of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. The graphics provide a strong, visual impact, using flat background colors to create simple, essential forms.

Getaway in style, in an immersive experience of beauty that will leave you rested and inspired. We've designed this historic cottage in our signature style located in historic Weatherford, Texas. It is available to you on Airbnb, or our website click on the link in the header titled: Properties.

Meet Mary Strong. Mary has over 20 years experience in residential and commercial interior design. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Nesbitt School of Design at Drexel University. Strong relocated to the Houston area in 2008 from New York, and loves the diversity of Houston because it allows her to work with many different home styles. She enjoys interacting with people, and her skills and experience create beautiful results for her new and returning clients. Mary's preferred style is what she calls “today's traditional.” It is a mix of old and new; a fresh version of traditional design. One of her specialties is window treatments. She works closely with Star's drapery designers to create custom treatments for her clients' homes. Contact Mary Strong and let her know that you found her on Houzz.com. Webpage: https://www.starfurniture.com/mary-strong Address: Star Furniture, 16666 Barker Springs Road, Houston, TX Phone: 281-492-5494 Email: mstrong@starfurniture.com