The homeowners desired an outdoor space that felt more rustic than their refined interior spaces, but still related architecturally to their house. Cement plaster support arbor columns provide enough of visual tie to the existing house exterior. Oversized wood beams and rafter members provide a unique outdoor atmosphere. Structural bolts and hardware were minimized for a cleaner appearance. Structural connections and supports were engineered to meet California's stringent earthquake standards. Ali Atri Photography

Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan
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Devon Banks - Photographer
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Photo credit: Nolan Painting Interior Design: Raindrum Design
Large trendy eat-in kitchen photo in Philadelphia with white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, glass tile backsplash, an island, an undermount sink, soapstone countertops, black countertops and shaker cabinets

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Dane Tashima Photography
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Creating a coastal mood by mixing whites and creams with corals, vintage bottles dipped in off-white paint and corals.
Mid-sized cottage chic formal and enclosed living room photo in New Orleans with no fireplace, no tv and black walls

Capturing a sense of old-world charm, the Rowher Pendant Light is a must-have for any vintage design enthusiast. Available in classic finishes, this compact fixture features a rounded metal shade that adds just the right amount of light wherever it's hung.

Constructed from a recycled washing machine, birds visit the garden to bathe and drink. Below are various forms of grass and sedges. Billy Goodnick
Design ideas for an eclectic landscaping in Santa Barbara.

This adorable beach cottage is in the heart of the village of La Jolla in San Diego. The goals were to brighten up the space and be the perfect beach get-away for the client whose permanent residence is in Arizona. Some of the ways we achieved the goals was to place an extra high custom board and batten in the great room and by refinishing the kitchen cabinets (which were in excellent shape) white. We created interest through extreme proportions and contrast. Though there are a lot of white elements, they are all offset by a smaller portion of very dark elements. We also played with texture and pattern through wallpaper, natural reclaimed wood elements and rugs. This was all kept in balance by using a simplified color palate minimal layering. I am so grateful for this client as they were extremely trusting and open to ideas. To see what the space looked like before the remodel you can go to the gallery page of the website www.cmnaturaldesigns.com Photography by: Chipper Hatter

This gorgeous open porch design is brought to life with low-maintenance TimberTech Terrain decking in Silver Maple, which beautifully complements the home’s exterior finish! The steps are matching TimberTech product with riser lights. The railing is also a low-maintenance vinyl and powder coated aluminum combined with a TimberTech top rail, which will have this family enjoying their space – not performing yearly maintenance! The substantial stacked stone columns are the shining stars of this covered porch design in beautiful muted grey and brown tones. We provided matching roofing and siding on the exterior of the gable, so the new porch appears an original extension of the home – not an afterthought.

Eric Piasecki
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Shiflet Group Architects Photographer Nick Johnson
Inspiration for a cottage dining room remodel in Austin with white walls

Matt Kocourek Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen remodel in Kansas City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, white walls and an island

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz
Kids' bedroom - bedroom industrial gender-neutral kids' bedroom idea in Dallas with white walls

Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2014 Houzz
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