Elegant l-shaped kitchen photo in Boston with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white backsplash and subway tile backsplash

Photographer: Jane Beiles
Large transitional medium tone wood floor enclosed dining room photo in New York with black walls and no fireplace

The entryway to a Hawaiian beachfront home built by Smith Brothers in Maui. Jeff Long Architecture - Interior design (in house).
Tropical exterior home idea in Hawaii

Photo: Ben Benschneider; Interior Design: Robin Chell
Bathroom - modern beige tile bathroom idea in Seattle with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets

J Allen Smith Design / Build
Large transitional master gray tile and marble tile marble floor and white floor corner shower photo in DC Metro with an undermount sink, white cabinets, an undermount tub, green walls, marble countertops and a hinged shower door

The epitome of relaxation, this shower offers the answer to day-time stress! With 6 body sprays, fixed and hand-held shower heads, as well as a rain shower head and steam unit, this homeowner can wash away the tensions of the day. Easy to clean, large-scale porcelain tile walls, along with the pebble shower floor and glass mosaic tiles, add to the ambiance of privacy and luxury.

Carefully nestled among old growth trees and sited to showcase the remarkable views of Lake Keowee at every given opportunity, this South Carolina architectural masterpiece was designed to meet USGBC LEED for Home standards. The great room affords access to the main level terrace and offers a view of the lake through a wall of limestone-cased windows. A towering coursed limestone fireplace, accented by a 163“ high 19th Century iron door from Italy, anchors the sitting area. Between the great room and dining room lies an exceptional 1913 satin ebony Steinway. An antique walnut trestle table surrounded by antique French chairs slip-covered in linen mark the spacious dining that opens into the kitchen. Rachael Boling Photography

Remodel of a historical home in the Forest Park district.
Example of a classic u-shaped kitchen design in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets and subway tile backsplash

Elizabeth Haynes
Inspiration for a large rustic single-wall light wood floor and beige floor laundry closet remodel in Boston with white walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Named for its enduring beauty and timeless architecture – Magnolia is an East Coast Hampton Traditional design. Boasting a main foyer that offers a stunning custom built wall paneled system that wraps into the framed openings of the formal dining and living spaces. Attention is drawn to the fine tile and granite selections with open faced nailed wood flooring, and beautiful furnishings. This Magnolia, a Markay Johnson crafted masterpiece, is inviting in its qualities, comfort of living, and finest of details. Builder: Markay Johnson Construction Architect: John Stewart Architects Designer: KFR Design

Photo by Rod Foster
Mid-sized transitional master gray tile and marble tile light wood floor and beige floor bathroom photo in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops and a hinged shower door

This LEED for Homes, 2,250-square-foot, three-bedroom house with detached garage is nestled into an 42-foot by 128-foot infill lot in the Linden Hills neighborhood. It features an eclectic blend of traditional and contemporary elements that weave it into the existing neighborhood fabric while at the same time addressing the client’s desire for a more modern plan and sustainable living. troy thies

Callacatta Oro honed stone tops. Pendant lighting: Harmon Pendant from Restoration Hardware. Bench: Custom built.
Example of a classic eat-in kitchen design in San Francisco with subway tile backsplash, a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and marble countertops

Rufty Homes was recognized by the National Association of Home Builders with its “Room of the Year” award as well as a platinum award for “Interior Design: Kitchen” in the 2012 Best in American Living Awards.

Elegant kitchen photo in San Francisco with glass-front cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a farmhouse sink

The best of past and present architectural styles combine in this welcoming, farmhouse-inspired design. Clad in low-maintenance siding, the distinctive exterior has plenty of street appeal, with its columned porch, multiple gables, shutters and interesting roof lines. Other exterior highlights included trusses over the garage doors, horizontal lap siding and brick and stone accents. The interior is equally impressive, with an open floor plan that accommodates today’s family and modern lifestyles. An eight-foot covered porch leads into a large foyer and a powder room. Beyond, the spacious first floor includes more than 2,000 square feet, with one side dominated by public spaces that include a large open living room, centrally located kitchen with a large island that seats six and a u-shaped counter plan, formal dining area that seats eight for holidays and special occasions and a convenient laundry and mud room. The left side of the floor plan contains the serene master suite, with an oversized master bath, large walk-in closet and 16 by 18-foot master bedroom that includes a large picture window that lets in maximum light and is perfect for capturing nearby views. Relax with a cup of morning coffee or an evening cocktail on the nearby covered patio, which can be accessed from both the living room and the master bedroom. Upstairs, an additional 900 square feet includes two 11 by 14-foot upper bedrooms with bath and closet and a an approximately 700 square foot guest suite over the garage that includes a relaxing sitting area, galley kitchen and bath, perfect for guests or in-laws.

Thinking “out of the box” gave this stylish and streamlined Edgewater kitchen a crisp, contemporary point of view. Keeping aesthetics and ease of access in mind, we eliminated unnecessary upper cabinets, added flip-up doors and introduced a Liebherr 48” combination refrigerator/wine/freezer appliance that doubles as a major design statement.

Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Cleveland with stainless steel appliances

Eclectic kids' bathroom photo in Charleston with a wall-mount sink and blue walls