Photo: Robert Burns ˙© 2015 Houzz
Shed - industrial shed idea in Portland

Inspiration for a coastal dark wood floor enclosed dining room remodel in Miami with white walls

Allure West Studios
Small transitional dark wood floor kitchen/dining room combo photo in Philadelphia with no fireplace and gray walls

Susan Fisher Plotner/Susan Fisher Photography
Living room - victorian dark wood floor living room idea in London with a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This large open concept kitchen and dining space was created by removing a load bearing wall between the old kitchen and a porch area. The new porch was insulated and incorporated into the overall space. The kitchen remodel was part of a whole house remodel so new quarter sawn oak flooring, a vaulted ceiling, windows and skylights were added. A large calcutta marble topped island takes center stage. It houses a 5’ galley workstation - a sink that provides a convenient spot for prepping, serving, entertaining and clean up. A 36” induction cooktop is located directly across from the island for easy access. Two appliance garages on either side of the cooktop house small appliances that are used on a daily basis. Honeycomb tile by Ann Sacks and open shelving along the cooktop wall add an interesting focal point to the room. Antique mirrored glass faces the storage unit housing dry goods and a beverage center. “I chose details for the space that had a bit of a mid-century vibe that would work well with what was originally a 1950s ranch. Along the way a previous owner added a 2nd floor making it more of a Cape Cod style home, a few eclectic details felt appropriate”, adds Klimala. The wall opposite the cooktop houses a full size fridge, freezer, double oven, coffee machine and microwave. “There is a lot of functionality going on along that wall”, adds Klimala. A small pull out countertop below the coffee machine provides a spot for hot items coming out of the ovens. The rooms creamy cabinetry is accented by quartersawn white oak at the island and wrapped ceiling beam. The golden tones are repeated in the antique brass light fixtures. “This is the second kitchen I’ve had the opportunity to design for myself. My taste has gotten a little less traditional over the years, and although I’m still a traditionalist at heart, I had some fun with this kitchen and took some chances. The kitchen is super functional, easy to keep clean and has lots of storage to tuck things away when I’m done using them. The casual dining room is fabulous and is proving to be a great spot to linger after dinner. We love it!” Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Elegant living room photo in Dallas

Bill Moore
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped medium tone wood floor dining room remodel in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white walls

Example of a large tuscan dark wood floor and white floor great room design in Dallas with white walls, a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace

Not only was this kitchen a huge aesthetic transformation from the yellow tones that existed before it, but we increased valuable working and storage space for these cooks! In addition, these grandparents have more than enough little guys to fit into island banquette that was custom built around their oversized island. What a statement! Cabinetry: Ultracraft, Sarasota door in Melted Brie Countertop: Caesarstone quartz 3cm Frosty Carrina Backsplash: Daltile Artigiano 3x12 Milan Arena Hardware: Atlas Wadsworth pull in Brushed Satin Nickel Sink: Blanco Diamons Silgranit 1-3/4 bowl in Cinder Faucet: Rohl, Michael Berman Pull-Down Faucet in satin nickel

Jeff Herr
Open concept kitchen - transitional galley dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, white walls and an island

Photo Credit: Jamie Salomon
Large transitional home bar photo in Boston with raised-panel cabinets and beige cabinets

Lake Front Country Estate Kitchen, designed by Tom Markalunas, built by Resort Custom Homes. Photography by Rachael Boling
Huge elegant l-shaped kitchen/dining room combo photo with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, gray walls and an island

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless backyard concrete paver and l-shaped natural patio remodel in Miami

Paul Dyer Photography
Example of a country living room design in San Francisco

Laura and Boone Parrett created a reclaimed wood wall feature in their bedroom using salvage barn siding. It commingles a clean modern look with a touch of rusticity.

Inspiration for a large modern galley porcelain tile and gray floor kitchen remodel in Perth with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a coastal great room remodel in Los Angeles with white walls

Kath & Keith Photography
Inspiration for a timeless u-shaped dark wood floor home design remodel in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash and porcelain backsplash

Apartment Therapy: Monica Wang
Living room - mid-sized contemporary living room idea in Los Angeles