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Example of a cottage medium tone wood floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Philadelphia with white walls

This Cobble Hill Brownstone for a family of five is a fun and captivating design, the perfect blend of the wife’s love of English country style and the husband’s preference for modern. The young power couple, her the co-founder of Maisonette and him an investor, have three children and a dog, requiring that all the surfaces, finishes and, materials used throughout the home are both beautiful and durable to make every room a carefree space the whole family can enjoy. The primary design challenge for this project was creating both distinct places for the family to live their day to day lives and also a whole floor dedicated to formal entertainment. The clients entertain large dinners on a monthly basis as part of their profession. We solved this by adding an extension on the Garden and Parlor levels. This allowed the Garden level to function as the daily family operations center and the Parlor level to be party central. The kitchen on the garden level is large enough to dine in and accommodate a large catering crew. On the parlor level, we created a large double parlor in the front of the house; this space is dedicated to cocktail hour and after-dinner drinks. The rear of the parlor is a spacious formal dining room that can seat up to 14 guests. The middle "library" space contains a bar and facilitates access to both the front and rear rooms; in this way, it can double as a staging area for the parties. The remaining three floors are sleeping quarters for the family and frequent out of town guests. Designing a row house for private and public functions programmatically returns the building to a configuration in line with its original design. This project was published in Architectural Digest. Photography by Sam Frost

When this suburban family decided to renovate their kitchen, they knew that they wanted a little more space. Advance Design worked together with the homeowner to design a kitchen that would work for a large family who loved to gather regularly and always ended up in the kitchen! So the project began with extending out an exterior wall to accommodate a larger island and more moving-around space between the island and the perimeter cabinetry. Style was important to the cook, who began collecting accessories and photos of the look she loved for months prior to the project design. She was drawn to the brightness of whites and grays, and the design accentuated this color palette brilliantly with the incorporation of a warm shade of brown woods that originated from a dining room table that was a family favorite. Classic gray and white cabinetry from Dura Supreme hits the mark creating a perfect balance between bright and subdued. Hints of gray appear in the bead board detail peeking just behind glass doors, and in the application of the handsome floating wood shelves between cabinets. White subway tile is made extra interesting with the application of dark gray grout lines causing it to be a subtle but noticeable detail worthy of attention. Suede quartz Silestone graces the countertops with a soft matte hint of color that contrasts nicely with the presence of white painted cabinetry finished smartly with the brightness of a milky white farm sink. Old melds nicely with new, as antique bronze accents are sprinkled throughout hardware and fixtures, and work together unassumingly with the sleekness of stainless steel appliances. The grace and timelessness of this sparkling new kitchen maintains the charm and character of a space that has seen generations past. And now this family will enjoy this new space for many more generations to come in the future with the help of the team at Advance Design Studio. Dura Supreme Cabinetry Photographer: Joe Nowak

Our homeowner had dreamt about one day redoing her beyond outdated kitchen since they day her husband carried her over the threshold. Vinyl flooring used for a backsplash, dingy carpeting, laminate with no sheen left to speak of and mismatched cabinetry…. it was time to make it happen. A year’s worth of planning later, her time capsule became one dreamy kitchen. Functionality reigns supreme in this small, but efficient kitchen where every cabinet has a story to tell and a place to store it. Countertop space to the right of the stove was an added necessity for function and safety. The raised snack bar is perfect for day to day meals and the lowered countertop was a must for this petite baker. A new lighting plan includes recessed lights, under-cabinet and accent lights, while new lighting fixtures reflect the client’s sense of style. Dingy brick patterned carpet was removed making way for new hardwood floors toothed in from the dining room. An airy palette gained some weight with the use of larger details; the oversized hood, beefy turned posts, prominent apron front sink and a grouping of tall cabinets on the refrigerator wall. Glass cabinet fronts, shiny beveled subway tile, and granite countertops allow light to dance around the space. Zachary Seib Photography

ShadeScape® gazebo for RMHC —Ronald McDonald's Charity House— is installed for the family. We are grateful to the Ronald McDonald House Charities a nonprofit family & children's charity dedicated to supporting families with sick children in their time of need.

Philadelphia Row Home Renovation focusing on maximizing storage for a young family of 5. We created a "mudroom" in the front of the row home with a large living room space for family time + hosting. We used kid-friendly furnishings with performance fabrics that are durable and easy to clean. Prioritized eco-friendly selections, utilizing locally sourced + American made pieces.

Behind the scenes, the laundry and mudroom were redesigned to support busy daily routines. A new utility sink, built-in storage, and dedicated drop zones for coats, bags, and everyday items bring order and ease to one of the home’s most hardworking spaces.

Sunroom - mid-sized coastal medium tone wood floor sunroom idea in Los Angeles

Designed to maximize function with minimal impact, the studio serves up adaptable square footage in a wrapping almost healthy enough to eat. The open interior space organically transitions from personal to communal with the guidance of an angled roof plane. Beneath the tallest elevation, a sunny workspace awaits creative endeavors. The high ceiling provides room for big ideas in a small space, while a cluster of windows offers a glimpse of the structure’s soaring eave. Solid walls hugging the workspace add both privacy and anchors for wall-mounted storage. Towards the studio’s southern end, the ceiling plane slopes downward into a more intimate gathering space with playfully angled lines. The building is as sustainable as it is versatile. Its all-wood construction includes interior paneling sourced locally from the Wood Mill of Maine. Lengths of eastern white pine span up to 16 feet to reach from floor to ceiling, creating visual warmth from a material that doubles as a natural insulator. Non-toxic wood fiber insulation, made from sawdust and wax, partners with triple-glazed windows to further insulate against extreme weather. During the winter, the interior temperature is able to reach 70 degrees without any heat on. As it neared completion, the studio became a family project with Jesse, Betsy, and their kids working together to add the finishing touches. “Our whole life is a bit of an architectural experiment”, says Jesse, “but this has become an incredibly useful space.”

Example of a transitional freestanding desk dark wood floor and brown floor study room design in DC Metro with gray walls and no fireplace

Located in an HOA in San Diego, this ADU is the new dedicated living space for an aging mother within close proximity to her family. At under 750 sqft, this two bedroom two bath ADU supports multigenerational living and promotes a strong sense of family unity. The design ensures comfort, accessibility, and privacy, allowing independence while having the support and companionship of her loved ones.

Located in an HOA in San Diego, this ADU is the new dedicated living space for an aging mother within close proximity to her family. At under 750 sqft, this two bedroom two bath ADU supports multigenerational living and promotes a strong sense of family unity. The design ensures comfort, accessibility, and privacy, allowing independence while having the support and companionship of her loved ones.

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Get end-to-end support with Stone Art By SKL including concept design, 3D visualization, manufacturing, global shipping, and installation services. Their in-house architects, engineers, and visualization teams help clients execute customized stone projects efficiently. The company also has dedicated teams based in UAE and the UK for international project support.

In the primary suite, space formerly dedicated to a linen closet was reallocated to create a generous curbless shower with a quartz surround and modern fixtures, thoughtfully supporting the client’s aging-in-place goals.

Custom-built cabinetry designed for a dedicated spirits and wine room, providing durable storage for an extensive wine collection. Constructed from alder veneer plywood and finished to match the existing wall cabinets. Engineered to support the weight of numerous wine bottles while enhancing the room’s overall elegance.

In the primary suite, space formerly dedicated to a linen closet was reallocated to create a generous curbless shower with a quartz surround and modern fixtures, thoughtfully supporting the client’s aging-in-place goals.

– Karrinyup - Extended Family Living Residence – This home has been designed especially for a growing family. With one side dedicated to the parents and younger children, and the other side dedicated to the teenage and adult children. This multigenerational approach to living is becoming increasingly popular and is a fantastic way to incorporate economic responsibilities with family support and culture.

Equip your home with a laundry room so inviting, you may actually enjoy spending time there. Clean lines, Eased edge-style fronts and a warm Driftwood finish create a transitional look that coordinates with many current décor styles. Gleaming hardware and crown and base molding add to the high-end aesthetic.