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Photo of a small traditional partial sun backyard stone garden path in Portland for spring.

Inspiration for a small modern 3/4 multicolored tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower remodel in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Patio kitchen - large modern backyard tile patio kitchen idea in Miami with a roof extension

Homespice Decor's Meadow indoor-outdoor rug is the synthesis of traditional braiding with shapes from nature. Hand-shaped through complex, purpose-designed braiding techniques, this rug features anti-skid backing and the famous Ultra Durable water-proof and stain-proof qualities. http://www.homespice.com/meadow

Builder: Denali Custom Homes - Architectural Designer: Alexander Design Group - Interior Designer: Studio M Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography

Example of a transitional underground ceramic tile and brown floor living room design in Grand Rapids with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and white walls

Homespice Decor's Aegean Sea Ultra Durable Braided Rug. It's water-proof & stain-proof. A striking display of blues and ivory paired with pastel green and sand tones. Just smell the sea air. http://www.homespice.com/aegean-sea-outdoor-braided-rugs

Elegant l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen photo in Omaha with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

A custom fireplace is the visual focus of this craftsman style home's living room while the U-shaped kitchen and elegant bedroom showcase gorgeous pendant lights. Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, click here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/

Homespice Decor's Eden indoor-outdoor rug is the synthesis of traditional braiding with shapes from nature. Hand-shaped through complex, purpose-designed braiding techniques, this rug features anti-skid backing and the famous Ultra Durable water-proof and stain-proof qualities. http://www.homespice.com/eden

Homespice Decor's Serenity indoor-outdoor rug is the synthesis of traditional braiding with shapes from nature. Hand-shaped through complex, purpose-designed braiding techniques, this rug features anti-skid backing and the famous Ultra Durable water-proof and stain-proof qualities. http://www.homespice.com/7-6-x7-6-serenity

Ipe hardwood deck and potting bench; Photo-Mark Edgar

Accoya was used for all the superior decking and facades throughout the ‘Jungle House’ on Guarujá Beach. Accoya wood was also used for some of the interior paneling and room furniture as well as for unique MUXARABI joineries. This is a special type of joinery used by architects to enhance the aestetic design of a project as the joinery acts as a light filter providing varying projections of light throughout the day. The architect chose not to apply any colour, leaving Accoya in its natural grey state therefore complimenting the beautiful surroundings of the project. Accoya was also chosen due to its incredible durability to withstand Brazil’s intense heat and humidity. Credits as follows: Architectural Project – Studio mk27 (marcio kogan + samanta cafardo), Interior design – studio mk27 (márcio kogan + diana radomysler), Photos – fernando guerra (Photographer).

Mid-sized trendy two-car garage photo in Los Angeles

Open concept kitchen - huge contemporary galley porcelain tile and black floor open concept kitchen idea in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white appliances, an island, a single-bowl sink, quartz countertops, white backsplash and white countertops

Closet design in collaboration with Transform Closets
Small trendy gender-neutral light wood floor reach-in closet photo in New York with flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets

Middlefork was retained to update and revitalize this North Shore home to a family of six. The primary goal of this project was to update and expand the home's small, eat-in kitchen. The existing space was gutted and a 1,500-square-foot addition was built to house a gourmet kitchen, connected breakfast room, fireside seating, butler's pantry, and a small office. The family desired nice, timeless spaces that were also durable and family-friendly. As such, great consideration was given to the interior finishes. The 10' kitchen island, for instance, is a solid slab of white velvet quartzite, selected for its ability to withstand mustard, ketchup and finger-paint. There are shorter, walnut extensions off either end of the island that support the children's involvement in meal preparation and crafts. Low-maintenance Atlantic Blue Stone was selected for the perimeter counters. The scope of this phase grew to include re-trimming the front façade and entry to emphasize the Georgian detailing of the home. In addition, the balance of the first floor was gutted; existing plumbing and electrical systems were updated; all windows were replaced; two powder rooms were updated; a low-voltage distribution system for HDTV and audio was added; and, the interior of the home was re-trimmed. Two new patios were also added, providing outdoor areas for entertaining, dining and cooking. Tom Harris, Hedrich Blessing

When selecting lighting for your living room, durability is key. Choose materials that can withstand everyday use while still maintaining a high-end look. Leather, brass, and matte metal are durable materials that won’t show wear easily. Adjustable lamps are also practical, allowing you to control the light and create different moods as needed.

Small space living solutions are used throughout this contemporary 596 square foot tiny house. Adjustable height table in the entry area serves as both a coffee table for socializing and as a dining table for eating. Curved banquette is upholstered in outdoor fabric for durability and maximizes space with hidden storage underneath the seat. Kitchen island has a retractable countertop for additional seating while the living area conceals a work desk and media center behind sliding shoji screens. Calming tones of sand and deep ocean blue fill the tiny bedroom downstairs. Glowing bedside sconces utilize wall-mounting and swing arms to conserve bedside space and maximize flexibility.