Even at it's most narrow point, where brick pavers transform from patio to walkway, there is 10 feet of defensible space for the home. While embers may collect in the intersection of brick and stucco, these materials are among the best at fighting ignition. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

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Inspiration for a small contemporary master white tile and stone slab bamboo floor doorless shower remodel in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, an undermount sink, a wall-mount toilet, marble countertops and white walls

The family purchased the 1950s ranch on Mullet Lake because their daughter dreamed of being married on its shores. The home would be used for the wedding venue and then as a wedding gift to the young couple. We were originally hired in August 2014 to help with a simple renovation of the home that was to be completed well in advance of the August 2015 wedding date. However, thorough investigation revealed significant issues with the original foundation, floor framing and other critical elements of the home’s structure that made that impossible. Based on this information, the family decided to tear down and build again. So now we were tasked with designing a new home that would embody their daughter’s vision of a storybook home – a vision inspired by another one of our projects that she had toured. To capture this aesthetic, traditional cottage materials such as stone and cedar shakes are accentuated by more materials such as reclaimed barn wood siding and corrugated CORTEN steel accent roofs. Inside, interior finishes include hand-hewn timber accents that frame openings and highlight features like the entrance reading nook. Natural materials shine against white walls and simply furnished rooms. While the house has nods to vintage style throughout, the open-plan kitchen and living area allows for both contemporary living and entertaining. We were able to capture their daughter’s vision and the home was completed on time for her big day. - Jacqueline Southby Photography

Inspiration for a contemporary light wood floor kitchen remodel with quartzite countertops and an island

Gibeon Photography
Inspiration for a large rustic deck remodel with no cover

Meghan Beierle-O'Brien
Closet - traditional closet idea in Los Angeles

The aesthetics of the kitchen were critical because it is centrally located in the great room of which it is a part. The challenge was to integrate the kitchen into the larger space while making sure it didn't dominate it. We accomplished this by using a restrained color palette of cream, gold, gray-green and gray-blue with touches of deeper chocolate brown. The same colors repeat in the quartzite counters, arabesque stone mosaic back splash and stacked slate accent wall (also used in the fireplace in the living area). The uppermost cabinets feature glass doors and lighting to showcase a collection of crystal inherited from the client's grandmother. This feature is beautiful but also makes good use of cabinets too tall to reach conveniently. The glass doors add sparkle and the cabinet height enhances vertical lines of the space and draws the eye toward the vaulted ceiling. Photo by Lane Barden

Inspiration for a timeless dining room remodel in Philadelphia

Riddhi Siddhi Metal Impex is providing high quality stainless flanges and they are designed to be used in heavy industries and are made of premium stainless flanges that are strong, durable and can perform long. Having a high concern of precision engineering, we guarantee products that are of international quality. We are a reliable Stainless Steel flange Manufacturer in India, our solutions are very common in oil, gas, and petrochemical industries. Trust in dependability that favors vital processes. We have the expertise of manufacturing high quality flange solutions and do so in a consistent and accurate manner. We are a reputable SS Flange Manufacturer in the market with products that are able to satisfy diverse industrial needs. Our other specialty is the Aramco Flange solutions, which are meant to meet the international standards. All products are tested in order to have the highest level of efficiency and performance. We have an excellent supply chain that ensures that we supply the project on demand whether it is urgent or bulk. Being a well-established SS Flange Supplier, we would deliver on time and provide reliable services to all clients. Our image as an Aramco Flange Supplier in India is the guarantee of our quality and high-performance under extreme conditions. Select the products which offer value, durability, and sustainability.

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and beige countertops

Example of a 1950s living room design in Portland with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a tv stand

The bathroom enjoys great views. The standalone white bathtub placed beside a large window is equipped with a Hans Grohe tub filler. The window features a soft custom made roman shade. We furnished the area with a blue patterned garden stool. The bathroom floor features a hexagon mosaic tile. We designed the walnut vanity with a marble countertop and backsplash, and his and her undermount sinks. The vanity is paired with unique mirrors flanked by tiny lamp sconced lighting. Project by Portland interior design studio Jenni Leasia Interior Design. Also serving Lake Oswego, West Linn, Vancouver, Sherwood, Camas, Oregon City, Beaverton, and the whole of Greater Portland. For more about Jenni Leasia Interior Design, click here: https://www.jennileasiadesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.jennileasiadesign.com/breyman

The client asked us to create a low maintenance, highly functional front entry to this beachfront retreat. As with most beach homes, guest parking is critical and creating an easy to navigate parking area is paramount to design success. We chose to maximize the front yard without turning it into a parking lot. Native crushed stone parking pads surrounded by sun loving, drought tolerant plants create exactly what the client was looking for.

Home office - transitional home office idea in Denver

Inspiration for a contemporary open concept light wood floor family room remodel with a two-sided fireplace and a stone fireplace

Kimberley Bryan
Mid-century modern medium tone wood floor bedroom photo in Los Angeles

Lake Front Country Estate Sleeping Porch, designed by Tom Markalunas, built by Resort Custom Homes. Photography by Rachael Boling.
Huge elegant stone back porch photo with a roof extension