Nautical style bunk room with double closets! The custom bunk built-ins offer storage below while double flanking closets offer plenty of room for everyone! Photography by John Martinelli

The lifestyle shift to empty-nesters inspires the creation of a dream space to entertain and enjoy. Photographed by David Lauer Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard concrete patio remodel in Denver with no cover

Private home office with plenty of storage. Mirrored door fronts with cabinetry down to counter. Plenty of file storage found below mirrored door fronts. A matching wood top completes the built-in look.

This home was a sweet 30's bungalow in the West Hollywood area. We flipped the kitchen and the dining room to allow access to the ample backyard. The design of the space was inspired by Manhattan's pre war apartments, refined and elegant.

Jennifer Hughes Photography
Example of a transitional dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Baltimore with marble countertops, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, an island and multicolored countertops

When we imagine the homes of our favorite actors, we often think of picturesque kitchens, artwork hanging on the walls, luxurious furniture, and pristine conditions 24/7. But for celebrities with children, sometimes that last one isn’t always accurate! Kids will be kids – which means there may be messy bedrooms, toys strewn across their play area, and maybe even some crayon marks or finger-paints on walls or floors. Lucy Liu recently partnered with One Kings Lane and Paintzen to redesign her son Rockwell’s playroom in their Manhattan apartment for that reason. Previously, Lucy had decided not to focus too much on the layout or color of the space – it was simply a room to hold all of Rockwell’s toys. There wasn’t much of a design element to it and very little storage. Lucy was ready to change that – and transform the room into something more sophisticated and tranquil for both Rockwell and for guests (especially those with kids!). And to really bring that transformation to life, one of the things that needed to change was the lack of color and texture on the walls. When selecting the color palette, Lucy and One Kings Lane designer Nicole Fisher decided on a more neutral, contemporary style. They chose to avoid the primary colors, which are too often utilized in children’s rooms and playrooms. Instead, they chose to have Paintzen paint the walls in a cozy gray with warm beige undertones. (Try PPG ‘Slate Pebble’ for a similar look!) It created a perfect backdrop for the decor selected for the room, which included a tepee for Rockwell, some Tribal-inspired artwork, Moroccan woven baskets, and some framed artwork. To add texture to the space, Paintzen also installed wallpaper on two of the walls. The wallpaper pattern involved muted blues and grays to add subtle color and a slight contrast to the rest of the walls. Take a closer look at this smartly designed space, featuring a beautiful neutral color palette and lots of exciting textures!

Custom designed "cubbies" insure that the Mud Room stays neat & tidy. Robert Benson Photography
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The great room provides plenty of space for open dining. The stairs leads up to the artist's studio, stairs lead down to the garage.
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Inspiration for a timeless family room remodel in San Francisco with beige walls and no tv

Inspiration for a coastal ceramic tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, light wood cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, marble backsplash and an island

The homeowners of this California Cottage wanted a beach vibe in their 1700 sq. ft. home. They wanted to make the most of their spaces by widening doorways, adding wood floors throughout the house, and adding a skylight. The result is cozy, casual California living at its best with frequent family dinners and celebrations with friends. Photos by Erika Bierman www.erikabiermanphotography.com

Sean Litchfield
Bedroom - coastal painted wood floor bedroom idea in New York with white walls

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Photo Credit: Lincoln Barbour Photo. Interior Design: Kim Hagstette, Maven Interiors. This penthouse living room is sophisticated and inviting. The artwork was created specifically for our space and commissioned through Heidi McBride Gallery.

Photography: Gil Jacobs
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Interior Design: Muratore Corp Designer, Cindy Bayon | Construction + Millwork: Muratore Corp | Photography: Scott Hargis
Mid-sized urban concrete floor kitchen/dining room combo photo in San Francisco with multicolored walls and no fireplace

Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
Example of a large 1960s formal and open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room design in DC Metro with no tv, no fireplace and blue walls

Beach style light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and an island