Elegant u-shaped open concept kitchen photo in Tampa with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless backyard stone patio remodel in Albuquerque with a pergola

Walk-in closet - large traditional gender-neutral carpeted walk-in closet idea in Miami with white cabinets and shaker cabinets

These Roman shades are the perfect touch to this clean and elegant kitchen design!
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped open concept kitchen photo in Detroit with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash and white countertops

Example of a mid-sized transitional backyard stamped concrete and custom-shaped lap pool fountain design in Dallas

Example of a mid-sized transitional backyard stamped concrete and custom-shaped lap pool fountain design in Dallas

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless concrete floor and beige floor entryway remodel in Albuquerque with beige walls and a brown front door

Custom cabinets - stained wood - cherry wood - modern Home office - LED strip lighting - wood desk - bookshelves - Architect - The MZO Group / Photographer - Greg Premru

Reclaimed Chestnut cabinetry reaches all the way to the ceiling in a door over door configuration. Photo Credit: Crown Point Cabinetry
Inspiration for a rustic l-shaped brick floor kitchen remodel in Burlington with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash and subway tile backsplash

This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath.

Ed Butera
Inspiration for a transitional dark wood floor bedroom remodel in Miami with gray walls

This is a great living space with amazing splashes of color. It features a custom sectional, custom cocktail ottoman, custom colored paint splatter rug, unique are and custom window treatments.

A new Seattle modern house designed by chadbourne + doss architects houses a couple and their 18 bicycles. 3 floors connect indoors and out and provide panoramic views of Lake Washington. photo by Benjamin Benschneider

Example of a trendy master white tile and marble tile light wood floor and beige floor bathroom design in New York with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, white walls and an undermount sink

A modern upholstered bed, artwork, and graphic black and cream bedding add a modern edge to the very traditional architecture of the home. Paint and a new chandelier draw attention to the dramatic ceiling molding. Black-out custom drapery softens the room and frames the amazing mountain and golf course view. Photo: Libbie Martin

Front courtyard features natural wreaths on the front doors. Tre Dunham with Fine Focus Photography
Example of a cottage stone exterior home design in Austin

This project was originally designed by the architect that designed the home. The homeowner after making the contractor remove what was designed and constructed originally called me in to take a look at the project and make it what it needed to be.

Tyler Davidson
Example of a mid-sized classic master white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor alcove shower design in Charleston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount sink, blue walls, marble countertops and a hinged shower door

The clean, calm, restful interiors of this heart-of-the-city home are an antidote to urban living, and busy professional lives. As well, they’re an ode to enduring style that will accommodate the changing needs of the young family who lives here. Photos by June Suthigoseeya