Transitional living room photo in Dallas

There’s something about apron-front sinks that hearkens back to a simpler era. These Utilitarian fixtures reflect a hard-working history as everything from canning workspaces to washbasins for dogs and small children. No wonder they remain an iconic element in traditional-style kitchens.

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Staircase - modern staircase idea in Chicago

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Inspiration for a timeless stone exterior home remodel in Houston

Example of a large transitional dark wood floor and brown floor seated home bar design in New York with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets and stone tile backsplash

The Key Elements for a Cozy Farmhouse Kitchen Design. ... “Classic American farmhouse style includes shiplap, exposed wood beams, and open shelving,” Mushkudiani says. “Mixed materials like wicker, wood, and metal accents add dimension, colors are predominantly neutral: camel, white, and matte black

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Inspiration for a modern landscaping in Los Angeles.

While this new home had an architecturally striking exterior, the home’s interior fell short in terms of true functionality and overall style. The most critical element in this renovation was the kitchen and dining area, which needed careful attention to bring it to the level that suited the home and the homeowners. As a graduate of Culinary Institute of America, our client wanted a kitchen that “feels like a restaurant, with the warmth of a home kitchen,” where guests can gather over great food, great wine, and truly feel comfortable in the open concept home. Although it follows a typical chef’s galley layout, the unique design solutions and unusual materials set it apart from the typical kitchen design. Polished countertops, laminated and stainless cabinets fronts, and professional appliances are complemented by the introduction of wood, glass, and blackened metal – materials introduced in the overall design of the house. Unique features include a wall clad in walnut for dangling heavy pots and utensils; a floating, sculptural walnut countertop piece housing an herb garden; an open pantry that serves as a coffee bar and wine station; and a hanging chalkboard that hides a water heater closet and features different coffee offerings available to guests. The dining area addition, enclosed by windows, continues to vivify the organic elements and brings in ample natural light, enhancing the darker finishes and creating additional warmth. Photography by Ira Montgomery

Bedroom - rustic medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom idea with brown walls

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Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless 3/4 gray tile and limestone tile porcelain tile, single-sink and gray floor alcove shower remodel in Chicago with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, a hinged shower door, gray countertops and a freestanding vanity

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Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional built-in desk dark wood floor and brown floor study room remodel in Orange County with no fireplace and gray walls

Inspiration for a coastal formal and open concept living room remodel in Orange County

Mid-sized farmhouse open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room photo in Chicago with white walls, no fireplace and no tv

Family room - rustic open concept light wood floor family room idea with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor great room photo in Oklahoma City with white walls

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Minimalist staircase photo in Indianapolis

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Inspiration for a modern kitchen remodel in Chicago

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Living room - farmhouse open concept living room idea in San Francisco with beige walls

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Front door - mid-sized cottage two-story vinyl white, concrete floor and gray floor front door idea with a black front door, a mixed material roof and white walls