This freestanding covered patio with an outdoor kitchen and fireplace is the perfect retreat! Just a few steps away from the home, this covered patio is about 500 square feet. The homeowner had an existing structure they wanted replaced. This new one has a custom built wood burning fireplace with an outdoor kitchen and is a great area for entertaining. The flooring is a travertine tile in a Versailles pattern over a concrete patio. The outdoor kitchen has an L-shaped counter with plenty of space for prepping and serving meals as well as space for dining. The fascia is stone and the countertops are granite. The wood-burning fireplace is constructed of the same stone and has a ledgestone hearth and cedar mantle. What a perfect place to cozy up and enjoy a cool evening outside. The structure has cedar columns and beams. The vaulted ceiling is stained tongue and groove and really gives the space a very open feel. Special details include the cedar braces under the bar top counter, carriage lights on the columns and directional lights along the sides of the ceiling. Click Photography

A utility storage closet with a pull down ironing board.
Small trendy single-wall light wood floor utility room photo in Boston with open cabinets, white cabinets and white walls

Stepping stones in a minimal gravel paved area lead past two lounge chairs to the intimate dining area. The herringbone-patterned limestone patio dissipates into a lush planting bed filled with loose swaths of shade-loving perennials and seasonal bulbs. Beech hedging, and formal clipped evergreens, surround the space and provide privacy, structure and winter interest to the garden. On axis to the main interior living space of the home, the fountain, is the focal point of the garden. A limestone water wall featuring an engraved pattern of fallen Honey Locust leaves nods to the centrally located mature Honey Locust tree that anchors the garden. Water, flowing down the wall, falls a short distance into a pool with a submerged limestone panel. The light noise of the falling water helps soften the sounds of the bustling downtown neighbourhood, creating a tranquil back drop for living and entertaining.

Inspiration for a coastal kitchen remodel in Orange County

Lepere Studio
Large transitional single-wall medium tone wood floor laundry room photo in Santa Barbara with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer/dryer and gray countertops

Example of a classic u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, marble countertops and white backsplash

Living room - transitional dark wood floor and brown floor living room idea in San Francisco with white walls

The Origami drop leaf dining table unfolds its updated look in black metal and beautifully grained acacia wood, bleached and stained light walnut.
Minimalist dining room photo in Chicago

Steve Henke
Example of a mid-sized classic formal and enclosed light wood floor and coffered ceiling living room design in Minneapolis with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Karuna Passive House designed by Holst Architecture and built by Hammer & Hand. This high performance home meets the world's most demanding green building certifications. Photo by Jeremy Bittermann.

The dining area at Around the World Flair by Fox Construction in Steamboat Springs features a carved wood dining table, patterned upholstered chairs, exposed timber beams, and warm wood flooring. A blue glass chandelier, richly colored area rug, and large textile wall art bring bold color and eclectic character to the open-concept space. Photography: Tim Murphy Photography

Mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor enclosed dining room photo in Los Angeles with white walls

Example of a classic dark wood floor living room design in Orange County with gray walls

Boxford, MA kitchen renovation designed by north of Boston kitchen design showroom Heartwood Kitchens. This kitchen includes white painted cabinetry with a glaze and dark wood island. Heartwood included a large, deep boxed out window on the window wall to brighten up the kitchen. This kitchen includes a large island with seating for 4, Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, large pantry cabinets and glass front china cabinet. Island/Tabletop items provided by Savoir Faire Home Andover, MA Oriental rugs from First Rugs in Acton, MA Photo credit: Eric Roth Photography.

This great room is designed with tall ceilings, large windows, a coffered ceiling, and window seats that flank the fireplace. Above the fireplace is the concealed TV which is hidden by a drop down panel. Photos by SpaceCrafting

Foyer - mid-sized transitional light wood floor and beige floor foyer idea in Austin with white walls and a glass front door

T30 - 42"x 66" Grate Top Drop Leaf Table. Teak Grating evokes the look of the hatches on sailing cargo ships of old. The trestle leg design makes this table a classic. $1,525(in raw teak) (This table is shown with optional Varnish finish, $950 extra. Shown with C1 Captains Chair) T31 - 42"x 66" Slat Top Drop Leaf Table. Same as T30 with standard slat table top. $1,435

Walnut Accent Wall: built-in storage with bookcases and flip-down desk. Scott Hargis Photography. building Lab is a design build firm specialized in modern architecture.

Stacy Goldberg
Inspiration for a timeless master bathroom remodel in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, multicolored walls and an undermount sink