This is an example of a traditional full sun concrete paver water fountain landscape in Philadelphia.

Designed by Terri Sears, Photography by Melissa M. Mills
Freestanding bathtub - mid-sized contemporary master white tile and subway tile marble floor and white floor freestanding bathtub idea in Nashville with gray walls

Pool - large traditional backyard rectangular and concrete paver lap pool idea in Boston

Example of a huge trendy galley light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen design in Los Angeles with an island, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, paneled appliances and beige countertops

Photo: Whitney Lyons © 2014 Houzz
Example of a minimalist gray floor dining room design in Portland

Example of a large transitional light wood floor and beige floor kitchen/dining room combo design in DC Metro with white walls and no fireplace

Mike Kelly
Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized transitional galley ceramic tile and black floor enclosed kitchen idea in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

The owners dreamed of an Eichler remodel they would live in forever. Their vision was contemporary and open. Klopf Architecture would design, and reconfigure bathrooms/laundry areas and upgrade systems to be more efficient. This talented executive mother of five decorated and furnished the home herself. Architecture: Klopf Architecture Contractor: Flegel Construction Photography © 2014 Mariko Reed Location: Burlingame, CA Year completed: 2014

Joel Gross Architectural and Residential Photography
Kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen idea in Boston with an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, green cabinets and a peninsula

Todd Kamp
Large eclectic kids' room photo in Dallas

Peter Aaron
Example of a beach style beige three-story gable roof design in New York

Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized traditional l-shaped marble floor and white floor enclosed kitchen idea in Denver with an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash and an island

Inspiration for a contemporary 3/4 blue tile and white tile blue floor bathroom remodel in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls and an integrated sink

Example of a classic dark wood floor kitchen/dining room combo design in New York

Jessica Delaney
Kids' room - coastal gender-neutral kids' room idea in Boston with blue walls

Inspiration for a timeless dark wood floor kitchen remodel in Raleigh with raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances, a peninsula and granite countertops

Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design | Troy Thies, Photography
Elegant dark wood floor kitchen photo in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Designed By: Richard Bustos Photos By: Jeri Koegel Ron and Kathy Chaisson have lived in many homes throughout Orange County, including three homes on the Balboa Peninsula and one at Pelican Crest. But when the “kind of retired” couple, as they describe their current status, decided to finally build their ultimate dream house in the flower streets of Corona del Mar, they opted not to skimp on the amenities. “We wanted this house to have the features of a resort,” says Ron. “So we designed it to have a pool on the roof, five patios, a spa, a gym, water walls in the courtyard, fire-pits and steam showers.” To bring that five-star level of luxury to their newly constructed home, the couple enlisted Orange County’s top talent, including our very own rock star design consultant Richard Bustos, who worked alongside interior designer Trish Steel and Patterson Custom Homes as well as Brandon Architects. Together the team created a 4,500 square-foot, five-bedroom, seven-and-a-half-bathroom contemporary house where R&R get top billing in almost every room. Two stories tall and with lots of open spaces, it manages to feel spacious despite its narrow location. And from its third floor patio, it boasts panoramic ocean views. “Overall we wanted this to be contemporary, but we also wanted it to feel warm,” says Ron. Key to creating that look was Richard, who selected the primary pieces from our extensive portfolio of top-quality furnishings. Richard also focused on clean lines and neutral colors to achieve the couple’s modern aesthetic, while allowing both the home’s gorgeous views and Kathy’s art to take center stage. As for that mahogany-lined elevator? “It’s a requirement,” states Ron. “With three levels, and lots of entertaining, we need that elevator for keeping the bar stocked up at the cabana, and for our big barbecue parties.” He adds, “my wife wears high heels a lot of the time, so riding the elevator instead of taking the stairs makes life that much better for her.”

Dustin Peck Photography
Inspiration for a timeless master freestanding bathtub remodel in Charlotte with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls and an undermount sink