Persimmon close up. The jays love to eat this once it gets a bit softer. Girasole Sonoma
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Brookhaven by Wood Mode Cabinetry This transitional kitchen combines contemporary and traditional elements. David Duncan Livingston
Transitional medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Sacramento with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and blue backsplash

Kitchen - coastal u-shaped gray floor kitchen idea in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

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Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Nashville with gray backsplash, white cabinets, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island, marble countertops and marble backsplash

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Open concept kitchen - huge traditional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen idea in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

The client wanted interiors that would compliment the beautiful lake views outside. Brown subway tiles with walnut cabinets and shelving create a clean and simple style that still feels modern and inviting. Photographed by: Jacob Bodkin Architect: James LaRue

Mark Nix, Jeri Kogel Photo Credits: Mark Nix, Jeri Kogel The local quarried stone entry Gate greets you at the private gated community of Hamilton Oaks. This unique custom estate has been built using post & beam construction and is a 'timber' home. Views are majestic and 360deg. The grounds are picturesque with 9+ acres that include a main house, guest house and a 4-stall barn. There is a circular drive with RV parking and a 4-car garage. The main house of approximately 5500 sq.ft. offers five (5) bedrooms and 5.5 baths. The guest house has three (3) bedrooms and two baths. Recently remodeled with the finest craftsmanship and quality this ranch estate backs to open space offering miles of trails for horseback riding and hiking right from your back door. With over 50 fruit & nut trees the owners are organic gardeners that harvest and store water to arrogate the grounds. Just 5 min.to shopping/dining & 25 min to beaches in Laguna or the Orange County international airport. This 'ONE OF A KIND' ESTATE, family compound offers a rancher equestrian lifestyle and/or vineyard with organic vegetable gardens. Breath fresh country air, eat fresh produce, then ride horseback through miles of native country scenery… paths through a stand of century old California oak trees along the riverbed and at the hilltop vistas all the way South with a peek of the pacific ocean on a clear day.

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Large trendy galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

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Mark Nix, Jeri Kogel Photo Credits: Mark Nix, Jeri Kogel The local quarried stone entry Gate greets you at the private gated community of Hamilton Oaks. This unique custom estate has been built using post & beam construction and is a 'timber' home. Views are majestic and 360deg. The grounds are picturesque with 9+ acres that include a main house, guest house and a 4-stall barn. There is a circular drive with RV parking and a 4-car garage. The main house of approximately 5500 sq.ft. offers five (5) bedrooms and 5.5 baths. The guest house has three (3) bedrooms and two baths. Recently remodeled with the finest craftsmanship and quality this ranch estate backs to open space offering miles of trails for horseback riding and hiking right from your back door. With over 50 fruit & nut trees the owners are organic gardeners that harvest and store water to arrogate the grounds. Just 5 min.to shopping/dining & 25 min to beaches in Laguna or the Orange County international airport. This 'ONE OF A KIND' ESTATE, family compound offers a rancher equestrian lifestyle and/or vineyard with organic vegetable gardens. Breath fresh country air, eat fresh produce, then ride horseback through miles of native country scenery… paths through a stand of century old California oak trees along the riverbed and at the hilltop vistas all the way South with a peek of the pacific ocean on a clear day.

Transitional dining room photo in Dallas

The client was working with a very small space that couldn’t be expanded, but they wanted to create an island. The designer ended up creating a peninsula work space that gave them the feel of an island without invading as much of the limited space. Open shelves we also brought in to create a more welcoming atmosphere, while creating the illusion of more space. Finally, an earthy-green backsplash was added to add color and texture to the kitchen. “Fresh Compact Eat-in Kitchen remodel with an open concept and fun atmosphere. Design by Gillman’s” — Dura Supreme Cabinetry Treve Johnson Photography

Inspiration for a contemporary patio remodel in Austin

This beautiful Craftsman style Passive House has a carbon footprint 20% that of a typically built home in Oregon. Its 12-in. thick walls with cork insulation, ultra-high efficiency windows and doors, solar panels, heat pump hot water, Energy Star appliances, fresh air intake unit, and natural daylighting keep its utility bills exceptionally low. Jen G. Pywell

My clients approached this kitchen remodel hoping not only for improved functionality but for a space that invited comfort, warmth, and daily enjoyment. Their existing kitchen was limited in both layout and atmosphere where a small island barely larger than a podium offered little utility. An oversized double-width doorway at the rear of the room leading into the adjacent living space disrupted the flow, making furniture placement nearly impossible. They longed for a kitchen where cooking felt easy and intuitive, but also one where they could sit at the table with a book and a cup of tea, or host friends without feeling cramped or awkwardly positioned. One of the most impactful decisions we made early on was to close off that extra-wide opening to the living room. Doing so allowed us to reclaim the wall, which not only improved circulation but also gave us the freedom to rethink the spacing of the kitchen and eat-in area. With that change, we could introduce a much larger island—truly functional this time—complete with generous workspace and storage. It became a true centerpiece for meal prep, casual dining, and gathering. From there I turned my attention to layering in comfort, personality, and style. I curated a color palette of soft white, pale blue, light wood tones, and touches of sunshine yellow. This fresh and uplifting combination feels timeless and relaxed. We chose cabinetry with traditional Shaker-style doors, accented by black forged iron hardware for a subtle hint of contrast and authenticity. For the countertops we chose a Gold Calacatta-look quartz, bringing elegance and warmth with its soft veining and classic appeal. To elevate the kitchen walls I selected a soft matte glass tile in a moody, sky-blue that blankets the backsplash, providing a gentle wash of color that’s calming and cohesive. On the floors I chose a limestone-look porcelain tile in a classic Versailles pattern as an homage to old English manor houses—bringing character and texture underfoot while remaining durable and low-maintenance for modern life. Lastly I transformed the adjacent eat-in area into a cozy, multifunctional space. We added custom built-in bookshelves and a sideboard for serving and display—perfect for entertaining or simply making daily routines feel more special. A black iron picture light softly illuminates the buffet, lending a warm, ambient glow in the evenings. I carefully planned the seating arrangement to include a space-saving banquette along the wall, paired with a trestle-style dining table and side chairs. At either end I placed tufted host chairs upholstered in an exquisite, tonal Chinoiserie dragon pattern that are comfortable enough to sit on for hours. Whether sharing a leisurely meal, reading in the sunlight, or gazing out at the greenery just beyond the windows, this spot now invites my clients to truly enjoy their home in a new, deeper way. Photo: Bernardo Grijalva

Mark Nix, Jeri Kogel Photo Credits: Mark Nix, Jeri Kogel The local quarried stone entry Gate greets you at the private gated community of Hamilton Oaks. This unique custom estate has been built using post & beam construction and is a 'timber' home. Views are majestic and 360deg. The grounds are picturesque with 9+ acres that include a main house, guest house and a 4-stall barn. There is a circular drive with RV parking and a 4-car garage. The main house of approximately 5500 sq.ft. offers five (5) bedrooms and 5.5 baths. The guest house has three (3) bedrooms and two baths. Recently remodeled with the finest craftsmanship and quality this ranch estate backs to open space offering miles of trails for horseback riding and hiking right from your back door. With over 50 fruit & nut trees the owners are organic gardeners that harvest and store water to arrogate the grounds. Just 5 min.to shopping/dining & 25 min to beaches in Laguna or the Orange County international airport. This 'ONE OF A KIND' ESTATE, family compound offers a rancher equestrian lifestyle and/or vineyard with organic vegetable gardens. Breath fresh country air, eat fresh produce, then ride horseback through miles of native country scenery… paths through a stand of century old California oak trees along the riverbed and at the hilltop vistas all the way South with a peek of the pacific ocean on a clear day.