Transforming this small bathroom into a wheelchair accessible retreat was no easy task. Incorporating unattractive grab bars and making them look seamless was the goal. A floating vanity / countertop allows for roll up accessibility and the live edge of the granite countertops make if feel luxurious. Double sinks for his and hers sides plus medicine cabinet storage helped for this minimal feel of neutrals and breathability. The barn door opens for wheelchair movement but can be closed for the perfect amount of privacy.

This master bathroom has a hidden tile shower stall and toilet room. To the right and left of the mirror are full size medicine cabinets. The facing door opens to the master bedroom on one side and family room on the other. Large format porcelain tiles on the floor and walls work nicely with twin sinks and large mirror. LED lighting is recessed in the ceiling and warm white florescent lighting is hidden to illuminate both above and below the mirror.. Photo: Elizabeth Lippman

Opting for an efficient design that allowed for openness and functionality while still reflecting spa-like and sustainable choices, these homeowners created a soothing primary retreat within a small space. Photographer: Clarified Studios

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Transitional kids' bathroom photo in Austin with a trough sink

The mixture of grey green cabinets with the distressed wood floors and ceilings, gives this farmhouse kitchen a feeling of warmth. Cabinets: Brookhaven and the color is Green Stone Benjamin Moore paint color: There's not an exact match for Green Stone, but Gettysburg Grey, HC 107 is close. Sink: Krauss, model KHF200-30, stainless steel Faucet: Kraus, modelKPF-1602 Hardware: Restoration hardware, Dakota cup and Dakota round knob. The finish was either the chestnut or iron. Windows: Bloomberg is the manufacturer the hardware is from Restoration hardware--Dakota cup and Dakota round knob. The finish was either the chestnut or iron. Floors: European Oak that is wired brushed. The company is Provenza, Pompeii collection and the color is Amiata. Distressed wood: The wood is cedar that's been treated to look distressed! My client is brilliant , so he did some googling (is that a word?) and came across several sites that had a recipe to do just that. He put a steel wool pad into a jar of vinegar and let it sit for a bit. In another jar, he mixed black tea with water. Brush the tea on first and let it dry. Then brush on the steel wool/vinegar (don't forget to strain the wool). Voila, the wood turns dark. Andrew McKinney Photography

Here you can see the smaller kitchen island, custom made from wood tiles in a herringbone pattern, completed with granite countertop and farmhouse custom made copper sink. Behind is the island, you can see the light sea-foam hue of the back painted glass backsplash as well as the dual Wolf ovens. Photography by Marie-Dominique Verdier.

a double vessel sink, asymmetrical mirror, playful heath ceramics wall tile and plywood vanity with fenix laminate top provide for a custom solution to accommodate the existing bathroom window

Photography by Corey Gaffer
Small elegant white tile and subway tile powder room photo in Minneapolis with a wall-mount sink and white walls

Small 1960s bathroom photo in San Francisco with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet and white walls

This kitchen was designed for a client who has a passion for cooking and baking, and spends a lot of time there. The original kitchen had a wall at the end of the left cabinets, separating it from an unused music room. After demoing the wall, the kitchen was expanded into this space and the dining room was moved into the new open plan kitchen. Two small spaced windows were turned into a new double window above a wide farmhouse sink, flooding the kitchen with light. Simple, modern pendants over islands, plus recessed and under cabinet lighting provide ample lighting. To achieve a clean, timeless look we paired white shaker style cabinets with a pop of the “new neutral”, blue, on two islands. The island closest to the stove and sink is the main workstation, with plenty of storage on one side and an overhang with seating (for hanging out while cooking or just eating) on the other. Thoughtfully designed features include a vertical cabinet to store sheet pans, and a mixer installed inside the cabinet that swings up when the door is opened - no lifting or bending required. The second island is also multi-use - serving as a versatile work space as well. Additional unique features include lit upper cabinets, and (one of our favorites) to the right of the range wall, under drawers, is a built-in step stool that can be pulled out to assist with reaching higher shelves. This kitchen went through a remarkable transformation to become highly functional, bright, beautiful and perfect for our client!

Design by Dwellings http://www.houzz.com/pro/dwellingsinc/dwellings Build by DeHaan Homes Ashley Avila Photography

The sink base features two full extension rollouts that handle trash and recyclables in the front and have divided storage for cleaning supplies in the back. No more getting on your hands and knees to access this cabinet. Idea found in Fine Homebuilding magazine. Small tilt drawer holds sponges. The raised panel, French blue cabinets are finished with a dark brown glazing. These are full overlay doors and drawers, constructed with high precision to maintain a 1/8” gap between every side of a door and drawer. PHOTO CREDIT: John Ray

Galley style laundry room with vintage laundry sink and work bench. Photography by Spacecrafting
Laundry room - large transitional l-shaped ceramic tile and gray floor laundry room idea in Minneapolis with an utility sink, open cabinets, gray cabinets, laminate countertops, gray walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Perfectly meld modern functionality for today's busy households with the Nona washbasin. Double Sink solid surface washbasin's blend of minerals and resins ensures a long-lasting, easy-to-clean surface that is anti-bacterial and additive free. The cabinet offers ample storage within three drawers and two doors. Made in Turkey Soft Closing Drawer & Doors Highest quality MDF/Wood veneer cabinet Handmade metal door handle Free Standing Single hole faucet opening Only minimal assembly is needed! (finished cabinet)

Jim Scmid
Transitional medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Charlotte with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

A double sink vanity and large mirror help make the most of this small bathroom storage space - perfect for a master bathroom. The granite countertops and under-sink storage offer great small space storage solutions.

A PLACE TO GATHER Location: Eagan, MN, USA This family of five wanted an inviting space to gather with family and friends. Mom, the primary cook, wanted a large island with more organized storage – everything in its place – and a crisp white kitchen with the character of an older home. Challenges: Design an island that could accommodate this family of five for casual weeknight dinners. Create more usable storage within the existing kitchen footprint. Design a better transition between the upper cabinets on the 8-foot sink wall and the adjoining 9-foot cooktop wall. Make room for more counter space around the cooktop. It was poorly lit, cluttered with small appliances and confined by the tall oven cabinet. Solutions: A large island, that seats 5 comfortably, replaced the small island and kitchen table. This allowed for more storage including cookbook shelves, a heavy-duty roll out shelf for the mixer, a 2-bin recycling center and a bread drawer. Tall pantries with decorative grilles were placed between the kitchen and family room. These created ample storage and helped define each room, making each one feel larger, yet more intimate. A space intentionally separates the upper cabinets on the sink wall from those on the cooktop wall. This created symmetry on the sink wall and made room for an appliance garage, which keeps the countertops uncluttered. Moving the double ovens to the former pantry location made way for more usable counter space around the cooktop and a dramatic focal point with the hood, cabinets and marble backsplash. Special Features: Custom designed corbels and island legs lend character. Gilt open lanterns, antiqued nickel grilles on the pantries, and the soft linen shade at the kitchen sink add personality and charm. The unique bronze hardware with a living finish creates the patina of an older home. A walnut island countertop adds the warmth and feel of a kitchen table. This homeowner truly understood the idea of living with the patina of marble. Her grandmother’s marble-topped antique table inspired the Carrara countertops. The result is a highly organized kitchen with a light, open feel that invites you to stay a while. Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg

Floating countertops with wall mounted faucets.
Bathroom - large contemporary master brown tile and mosaic tile ceramic tile bathroom idea in Other with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood countertops, beige walls and brown countertops

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Kitchen - cottage medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island