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Living room - large traditional formal and enclosed dark wood floor living room idea in San Francisco with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace and no tv

Matthew Niemann Photography
Example of a transitional u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen design in Austin with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, gray backsplash, paneled appliances, an island, white countertops, quartz countertops, white cabinets and stone tile backsplash

Example of a transitional kitchen design in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

James Kruger, LandMark Photography Interior Design: Martha O'Hara Interiors Architect: Sharratt Design & Company
Example of a small french country master beige tile and limestone tile limestone floor and beige floor bathroom design in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls, a hinged shower door and beige countertops

Tricia Shay Photography
Mid-sized contemporary gray two-story mixed siding house exterior idea in Milwaukee with a shed roof

Casey Dunn Photography
Large cottage l-shaped light wood floor kitchen photo in Houston with an island, open cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, white backsplash and wood backsplash

Reproduction windsor chairs complete a cozy corner in this Bucks County farmhouse. An unlikely pairing of silk velvet drapes and English tweed shades provide the rich background while a leopard ottoman presents itself as a welcome guest to the antique gate-leg table. Photography: Yelena Strokin http://www.houzz.com/pro/yelena-strokin/melangery

Beach style gray floor kitchen photo in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, multicolored backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

Photo: Lisa Petrole
Living room - large modern open concept porcelain tile living room idea in San Francisco with a bar, white walls, a ribbon fireplace and a concrete fireplace

Living room - industrial formal medium tone wood floor living room idea in DC Metro with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and no tv

The owner said "any color but white" for her farmhouse kitchen country kitchen. Earthy and elemental materials are selected for the home that reference the barn without directly mimicking it. Wooden members found inside the barn and from other barns bridge ceilings and are used in floors along with rustic slate adding to a sense of simplicity to the farmhouse design.

Beautifully designed by Giannetti Architects and skillfully built by Morrow & Morrow Construction in 2006 in the highly coveted guard gated Brentwood Circle. The stunning estate features 5bd/5.5ba including maid quarters, library, and detached pool house. Designer finishes throughout with wide plank hardwood floors, crown molding, and interior service elevator. Sumptuous master suite and bath with large terrace overlooking pool and yard. 3 additional bedroom suites + dance studio/4th bedroom upstairs. Spacious family room with custom built-ins, eat-in cook's kitchen with top of the line appliances and butler's pantry & nook. Formal living room w/ french limestone fireplace designed by Steve Gianetti and custom made in France, dining room, and office/library with floor-to ceiling mahogany built-in bookshelves & rolling ladder. Serene backyard with swimmer's pool & spa. Private and secure yet only minutes to the Village. This is a rare offering. Photos by PostRain

Photo: Hilary Walker © 2013 Houzz
Eclectic medium tone wood floor bedroom photo in Dallas with gray walls

The opening to the left of the server leads to the Kitchen. Photo by Glen Grayson, AIA
Example of an arts and crafts medium tone wood floor dining room design in New York with beige walls

Example of a mid-sized transitional porcelain tile eat-in kitchen design in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink, gray cabinets and quartz countertops

Images 4 Photography - Chris Meech
Elegant kitchen photo in New York with open cabinets, white cabinets and stainless steel appliances

Angle Eye Photography
Elegant brick floor and red floor entryway photo in Philadelphia with blue walls and a white front door

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Enclosed dining room - victorian medium tone wood floor enclosed dining room idea in Charleston with multicolored walls and a standard fireplace