Example of a mid-sized trendy master gray tile, white tile and cement tile freestanding bathtub design in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a vessel sink, a wall-mount toilet, quartz countertops and white countertops

Karen Bussolini
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard stone landscaping in New York.

Le jardinet
Front door - traditional front door idea in San Francisco with a blue front door

Woods by Cole and Sons tops our bestsellers list each and every month!
Staircase - scandinavian painted l-shaped staircase idea in Sussex with painted risers

Built on Frank Sinatra’s estate, this custom home was designed to be a fun and relaxing weekend retreat for our clients who live full time in Orange County. As a second home and playing up the mid-century vibe ubiquitous in the desert, we departed from our clients’ more traditional style to create a modern and unique space with the feel of a boutique hotel. Classic mid-century materials were used for the architectural elements and hard surfaces of the home such as walnut flooring and cabinetry, terrazzo stone and straight set brick walls, while the furnishings are a more eclectic take on modern style. We paid homage to “Old Blue Eyes” by hanging a 6’ tall image of his mug shot in the entry.

We were approached by a San Francisco firefighter to design a place for him and his girlfriend to live while also creating additional units he could sell to finance the project. He grew up in the house that was built on this site in approximately 1886. It had been remodeled repeatedly since it was first built so that there was only one window remaining that showed any sign of its Victorian heritage. The house had become so dilapidated over the years that it was a legitimate candidate for demolition. Furthermore, the house straddled two legal parcels, so there was an opportunity to build several new units in its place. At our client’s suggestion, we developed the left building as a duplex of which they could occupy the larger, upper unit and the right building as a large single-family residence. In addition to design, we handled permitting, including gathering support by reaching out to the surrounding neighbors and shepherding the project through the Planning Commission Discretionary Review process. The Planning Department insisted that we develop the two buildings so they had different characters and could not be mistaken for an apartment complex. The duplex design was inspired by Albert Frey’s Palm Springs modernism but clad in fibre cement panels and the house design was to be clad in wood. Because the site was steeply upsloping, the design required tall, thick retaining walls that we incorporated into the design creating sunken patios in the rear yards. All floors feature generous 10 foot ceilings and large windows with the upper, bedroom floors featuring 11 and 12 foot ceilings. Open plans are complemented by sleek, modern finishes throughout.

Photographer: Julie Soefer
Inspiration for a study space and large contemporary gender-neutral dark wood floor kids' study room remodel in Houston with white walls

Family room - small scandinavian open concept light wood floor and white floor family room idea in New York with white walls, no fireplace and a tv stand

WKD’s design specialty in quality historic preservation ensured that the integrity of this home’s interior and exterior architecture was kept intact. The design mission was to preserve, restore and renovate the home in a manner that celebrated its heritage, while recognizing and accommodating today’s lifestyle and technology. Drawing from the home’s original details, WKD re-designed a friendly entry (including the exterior landscape approach) and kitchen area, integrating it into the existing hearth room. We also created a new stair to the second floor, eliminating the small, steep winding stair. New colors, wallpaper, furnishings and lighting make for a family friendly, welcoming home. The project has been published several times. Click below to read:       October 2014 Northshore Magazine       Spring 2013 Kitchen Trends Magazine       Spring 2013 Bathroom Trends Magazine Photographer: MIchael Lee

Example of a transitional freestanding desk dark wood floor home office design in Salt Lake City with white walls

Photograph by Ryan Siphers Photography Architects: De Jesus Architecture & Design
Kids' room - tropical medium tone wood floor and brown floor kids' room idea in Hawaii with blue walls

Transitional bedroom photo in Salt Lake City

Capturing a sense of old-world charm, the Rowher Pendant Light is a must-have for any vintage design enthusiast. Available in classic finishes, this compact fixture features a rounded metal shade that adds just the right amount of light wherever it's hung.

Kevin Meechan Photographer
Inspiration for a farmhouse dark wood floor kitchen pantry remodel with wood countertops, open cabinets and medium tone wood cabinets

Rikki Snyder
Example of a large farmhouse master white tile and ceramic tile mosaic tile floor and white floor freestanding bathtub design in New York with brown cabinets, granite countertops and flat-panel cabinets

Bedroom - small scandinavian master light wood floor and brown floor bedroom idea in New York with white walls and no fireplace

Built in dark wood bench with integrated boot storage. Large format stone-effect floor tile. Photography by Spacecrafting.
Large elegant ceramic tile mudroom photo in Minneapolis with gray walls and a white front door

Black and White bathroom with forest green vanity cabinets. Pullout storage organizers.
Inspiration for a mid-sized cottage master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, white floor, single-sink and wallpaper freestanding bathtub remodel in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Trendy concrete patio photo in Los Angeles with no cover