Rich, warm yet strikingly beautiful! This kitchen got a major overhaul with its oversized island housing a pre-sing, wine fridge, and tons of storage. Relocation of the refractor to make way for the gourmet range alongside the existing window framed sink. This kitchen is "L" shaped and has a hidden pantry built-in behind the fridge.

Lovely front entrance with delft blue paint and brass accents. Front doors should say welcome and thank you for visiting, I think this does just that!

To eliminate an inconsistent layout, we removed the wall dividing the dining room from the living room and added a polished brass and ebonized wood handrail to create a sweeping view into the living room. To highlight the family’s passion for reading, we created a beautiful library with custom shelves flanking a niche wallpapered with Flavor Paper’s bold Glow print with color-coded book spines to add pops of color. Tom Dixon pendant lights, acrylic chairs, and a geometric hide rug complete the look.

Powder room - transitional dark wood floor and brown floor powder room idea in Houston with furniture-like cabinets, multicolored walls, an undermount sink and white countertops

Popular Scandinavian-style interiors blog 'These Four Walls' has collaborated with Kährs for a scandi-inspired, soft and minimalist living room makeover. Kährs worked with founder Abi Dare to find the perfect hard wearing and stylish floor to work alongside minimalist decor. Kährs' ultra matt 'Oak Sky' engineered wood floor design was the perfect fit. "I was keen on the idea of pale Nordic oak and ordered all sorts of samples, but none seemed quite right – until a package arrived from Swedish brand Kährs, that is. As soon as I took a peek at ‘Oak Sky’ ultra matt lacquered boards I knew they were the right choice – light but not overly so, with a balance of ashen and warmer tones and a beautiful grain. It creates the light, Scandinavian vibe that I love, but it doesn’t look out of place in our Victorian house; it also works brilliantly with the grey walls. I also love the matte finish, which is very hard wearing but has none of the shininess normally associated with lacquer" says Abi. Oak Sky is the lightest oak design from the Kährs Lux collection of one-strip ultra matt lacquer floors. The semi-transparent white stain and light and dark contrasts in the wood makes the floor ideal for a scandi-chic inspired interior. The innovative surface treatment is non-reflective; enhancing the colour of the floor while giving it a silky, yet strong shield against wear and tear. Kährs' Lux collection won 'Best Flooring' at the House Beautiful Awards 2017. Kährs have collaborated with These Four Walls and feature in two blog posts; My soft, minimalist living room makeover reveal and How to choose wooden flooring. All photography by Abi Dare, Founder of These Four Walls

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen in Malibu, CA. Photography: Grey Crawford Range: La Cornue
Farmhouse brown floor and medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Los Angeles with white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, colored appliances, an island, white countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

Inspiration for a large cottage white two-story metal exterior home remodel in Raleigh with a shingle roof

Enclosed dining room - mid-sized contemporary medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed dining room idea in Miami with blue walls and no fireplace

Cottage kitchen photo in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Inspiration for a contemporary open concept beige floor living room remodel in Other with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Nobody said that a home office had to be boring! In fact, a home office is the perfect place to show your personality and leave your mark. This office is now a fun and productive place where the clients are happy to work inside. In the client’s words: “I love working in my new office! I am so much more productive, energetic, creative, and feel like I can take on the day as I walk into work”.

Dwight Myers Real Estate Photography
Large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and multicolored countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless gender-neutral carpeted and beige floor kids' room remodel in Los Angeles with beige walls

Inspiration for a mid-century modern entryway remodel in Portland

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Inspiration for an eclectic light wood floor living room remodel in Dallas with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

James Latta Photography - As an interior designer, I liked my home but was not "in love" with it. I didn't feel in sync with the style and architecture despite compliments from friends and family. It was time for a change. I sold my Floating Home (see Sleepless in Portland: Houseboat Diary) and my La Quinta home (see Transitional Living, La Quinta) and downsized to a house that's a better fit. The home was lacking sufficient storage so I added a beverage center with storage cabinets and a butcher block countertop to the dining room. An Ikea table frame was powder coated in dark grey and fitted with a Cambria Quartz dining top. A matching quartz piece was added to create a kitchen bar seating area and includes a beautiful waterfall edge. Reclaimed wood square tiles were added to the kitchen pop up ceiling and the living room fireplace to add warmth and texture. Black and white photography of the local desert landscape frame the fireplace. Although the home is mainly grey, black and white, pops of red are a recurring theme thought the interior and exterior, including a red barn door at the kitchen pantry. I broke design rules and didnt take the "safe" route. Quirky accent items can be found throughout the home. These include a wall-mounted family accordion, framed movie quotes in one of the guest rooms, a custom canvas photo of my miniature schnauzer, and dragon print accent pillows throughout. A Tongue and Groove (T&G) wood ceiling transformed the master bedroom and a beautiful red area rug adds color and warmth. The result is DARING and yet comfortable. The backyard was completely renovated. Tons of white rock were removed and beautiful landscaping and lighting were added as well as an additional 500 square feet of pavers. A sun shade, red umbrellas, and patio misters create inviting seating areas for friends and family. Tongue and Groove wood was also added to the outdoor patio ceilings. A high end surround sound system and built in BBQ with patterned cement tiles complete this outdoor living space. The process was exhausting and time consuming but now that it is over, I am thrilled with the results. I now live in a home that nourishes my soul and better represents my style and tastes.

Example of an arts and crafts beige two-story wood gable roof design in DC Metro

For this lovely Bloomfield Hills renovation, we wanted to add some color to the offset against the subtle tones of the large format porcelain tile and sleek wooden vanity. Completed in September 2021, we chose a whimsical Phillip Jeffries wallpaper in Peacock Green. While bright and daring, we were able to soften the architectural lines of the mirror and vanity while creating a bold statement of color in the room. This eye catching room is a beautiful "pop" of color that will surprise and delight any visitor!

Here is a view of the couch in front of the bay window. This beautiful window brings in a lot of natural light. We added beautiful shades to this. The couch and chairs make the room very welcoming and the glass coffee table gives it a more modern feel.