Tre Dunham
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Roger Wade Studio
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Daniel Blue Architectural Photography
Inspiration for a small scandinavian dark wood floor foyer remodel in San Francisco with white walls

This Palm Beach Gardens, FL home is a contemporary masterpiece. With a cream bedroom with dark accents, bold wall decor and built-ins, and a clean kitchen, this home has a clean sophisticated feel.

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Inspiration for a small craftsman ceramic tile and gray floor mudroom remodel in Chicago with gray walls and a white front door

Kim Sargent
Bathroom - large asian master concrete floor and brown floor bathroom idea in Wichita with a vessel sink, dark wood cabinets, gray walls, glass countertops and shaker cabinets

Photography by Eric Roth
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Boston with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

In Southern California there are pockets of darling cottages built in the early 20th century that we like to call jewelry boxes. They are quaint, full of charm and usually a bit cramped. Our clients have a growing family and needed a modern, functional home. They opted for a renovation that directly addressed their concerns. When we first saw this 2,170 square-foot 3-bedroom beach cottage, the front door opened directly into a staircase and a dead-end hallway. The kitchen was cramped, the living room was claustrophobic and everything felt dark and dated. The big picture items included pitching the living room ceiling to create space and taking down a kitchen wall. We added a French oven and luxury range that the wife had always dreamed about, a custom vent hood, and custom-paneled appliances. We added a downstairs half-bath for guests (entirely designed around its whimsical wallpaper) and converted one of the existing bathrooms into a Jack-and-Jill, connecting the kids’ bedrooms, with double sinks and a closed-off toilet and shower for privacy. In the bathrooms, we added white marble floors and wainscoting. We created storage throughout the home with custom-cabinets, new closets and built-ins, such as bookcases, desks and shelving. White Sands Design/Build furnished the entire cottage mostly with commissioned pieces, including a custom dining table and upholstered chairs. We updated light fixtures and added brass hardware throughout, to create a vintage, bo-ho vibe. The best thing about this cottage is the charming backyard accessory dwelling unit (ADU), designed in the same style as the larger structure. In order to keep the ADU it was necessary to renovate less than 50% of the main home, which took some serious strategy, otherwise the non-conforming ADU would need to be torn out. We renovated the bathroom with white walls and pine flooring, transforming it into a get-away that will grow with the girls.

John Granen
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Paul Dyer Photography
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Dino Tonn
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Kitchen
Large trendy l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen photo with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, a farmhouse sink, window backsplash and white countertops

High Divide
Example of a trendy home design design in Seattle

Roehner + Ryan
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Tiled kitchen with birch cabinetry opens to outdoor dining beyond windows. Entry with stair to second floor and dining room.
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Photography: Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography.
Mid-sized mid-century modern u-shaped light wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, marble backsplash, an island, a double-bowl sink, white backsplash and stainless steel appliances

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The kitchen in this Mid Century Modern home is a true showstopper. The designer expanded the original kitchen footprint and doubled the kitchen in size. The walnut dividing wall and walnut cabinets are hallmarks of the original mid century design, while a mix of deep blue cabinets provide a more modern punch. The triangle shape is repeated throughout the kitchen in the backs of the counter stools, the ends of the waterfall island, the light fixtures, the clerestory windows, and the walnut dividing wall.