Photography : Jared Kuzia
Example of a mid-sized trendy master blue tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile and gray floor corner shower design in Boston with glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, a wall-mount sink, quartz countertops and a hinged shower door

Taking advantage of every inch of space in this kitchen, maximizing storage was a necessity. With this in mind, the addition of pull-out drawers in toe kick areas were cleverly installed, hidden when not in use. Using high-end unlacquered hardware elevates the space and calls to the preexisting old-English feel of the home.

Inspiration for a large transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, multicolored countertops and shaker cabinets

I built the cabinetry using reclaimed and resawn chestnut lumber cut from antique chestnut beams. The homeowner and I collaborated on the simple, efficient design.

We build a skeleton of drip hoses around and through the planting bed, rather than just run the hose from the first plant to the last. This way if a tube gets cut or broken, the water has a secondary path back to the plants.

Bosch is committed to pure, purposeful European design that perfectly fits people’s lives. One of the current U.S. trends is small spaces. Popular in places like Manhattan, the movement is now catching on in more U.S. cities where small spaces are expanding to include guest suites, media rooms, secondary vacation homes and other ancillary spaces. Bosch is satisfying this ever-growing lifestyle trend with modern design, innovation and efficiency you’d expect. As the 24" Bosch kitchen is specifically designed for small spaces, this is undeniable proof that a smaller space doesn’t mean a smaller sense of style. Whether it’s city dwellers living in an urban condo or loft, empty nesters or retirees desiring to downsize, or vacationers enjoying time in a compact residence club, Bosch brings a premium experience to any kitchen. No matter the size.

Matte black kitchen counters made of Honed Petit Granite and a blackened steel backsplash provide a sleek low-maintenance space for food preparation. Dan Arnold Photo

This galley kitchen was completely gutted, floor to ceiling. The goal was to make the small space more efficient and user friendly. The clients wanted cabinets that would last, so we used rift cut oak, which we stained. The countertops are Cambria quartz and the backsplash is porcelain tile. The floor is cork tiles. Each space was thought out and well planned. Ford Bailey

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

It’s so easy to transform a closet into something special by combining an Easy Track Deluxe Tower Closet Kit with additional shelves and drawers. Hanging rods and shelves can be moved up or down easily to make efficient use of space as your needs change. Drawers with chrome knobs and quality glides enhance your storage space with a built-in dresser. Thanks to the wall-mounted design, there’s no need to cut base molding, so installation is simple. Credit: Easy Track

This beautiful modern home was designed by MossCreek to be the perfect combination of style and efficient living. Featuring well-sized and functional living areas, along with cutting edge modern design elements, the Jazz by MossCreek is an outstanding example of contemporary home design.

Essential kitchen products are more easily accessible with transFORM’s custom designed pantries. Your favorite foods are neatly stored in this pantry that features pull-out cabinets, pull-out chrome racks and solid woven wicker baskets. Items like fruits and bagged goods are stored in pull-out chrome racks to help make items more visible. In addition, making inventory of items like hand towel and cleaning products are easier when replacement is needed. Wicker baskets provide a great storage place for small items like coffee, dog treats and cutting boards. transFORM designed a variety of shelf depths for this pantry to accommodate an assortment of items and create an engaging appearance. Shallow and tapered shelves allow boxed goods and sparkling wines to be neatly placed and visible on the top shelves. The staging and display area creates a convenient place to serve small food items, stage snacks and flip through recipe books. Tins and jars are easier to locate and arrange with this pantry’s seamless sliding pull-out organizers. The deep vertical storage trays organize canned goods and provide simple reach-in access to a large collection of spices. Ideally designed to increase storage, this pantry makes planning and preparing meals quick and easy to accommodate your busy lifestyle. This deluxe pantry from transFORM is just an example of the custom designs we produce at transFORM everyday. If you have a smaller or larger space, transFORM will create a unique design customized to your home and your lifestyle.

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Home office - traditional built-in desk dark wood floor home office idea in Chicago with beige walls

Relatives spending the weekend? Daughter moving back in? Could you use a spare bedroom for surprise visitors? Here’s an idea that can accommodate that occasional guest while maintaining your distance: Add a studio apartment above your garage. Studio apartments are often called mother-in-law apartments, perhaps because they add a degree of privacy. They have their own kitchen, living room and bath. Often they feature a Murphy bed. With appliances designed for micro homes becoming more popular it’s easier than ever to plan for and build a studio apartment. Rick Jacobson began this project with a large garage, capable of parking a truck and SUV, and storing everything from bikes to snowthrowers. Then he added a 500+ square foot apartment above the garage. Guests are welcome to the apartment with a private entrance inside a fence. Once inside, the apartment’s open design floods it with daylight from two large skylights and energy-efficient Marvin double hung windows. A gas fireplace below a 42-inch HD TV creates a great entertainment center. It’s all framed with rough-cut black granite, giving the whole apartment a distinctive look. Notice the ¾ inch thick tongue in grove solid oak flooring – the perfect accent to the grey and white interior design. The kitchen features a gas range with outdoor-vented hood, and a space-saving refrigerator and freezer. The custom kitchen backsplash was built using 3 X 10 inch gray subway glass tile. Black granite countertops can be found in the kitchen and bath, and both featuring under mounted sinks. The full ¾ bath features a glass-enclosed walk-in shower with 4 x 12 inch ceramic subway tiles arranged in a vertical pattern for a unique look. 6 x 24 inch gray porcelain floor tiles were used in the bath. A full-sized murphy bed folds out of the wall cabinet, offering a great view of the fireplace and HD TV. On either side of the bed, 3 built-in closets and 2 cabinets provide ample storage space. And a coffee table easily converts to a laptop computer workspace for traveling professionals or FaceBook check-ins. The result: An addition that has already proved to be a worthy investment, with the ability to host family and friends while appreciating the property’s value.

I built the cabinetry using reclaimed and resawn chestnut lumber cut from antique chestnut beams. The homeowner and I collaborated on the simple, efficient design.

This beautiful modern farmhouse home was designed by MossCreek to be the perfect combination of style, an active lifestyle, and efficient living. Featuring well-sized and functional living areas, an attached garage, expansive outdoor living areas, and cutting edge modern design elements, the Dulcimer by MossCreek is an outstanding example of contemporary home design.

Interior Designer: Helene Hollub Photographer: Ken Hayden Water feature wall: Alex Turco The poolside displays a water feature art wall by Alex Turco. The exterior has a stacked stone accent. The lighting features wall mounts that are a cutting edge abstract design to complement modern architecture. They are energy efficient with back and down light.

The kitchen in this Passive House-inspired new build combines sleek modern design with cutting-edge energy efficiency. Featuring high-performance appliances, custom millwork, and sustainable materials, it offers a functional yet stylish space. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and durability, the kitchen includes optimized lighting, excellent air quality, and precision craftsmanship to complement the home's eco-friendly ethos.

Clean, separated, functional, classic and modern. That was our goal for this Northwest Austin Bathroom. Our client was looking for that "spa" feel and we carefully selected every aspect to deliver a project worthy of a deep exhale! Our challenge was to convert an open bathroom directly connected to the bedroom, into a separate functional yet classic oasis. To create this ultra-glam space, we started with recycled iridescent glass accent tiles as the center-piece and large metallic porcelain floor tiles with harmonizing hues all around. To create visual interest and added flair, the glam accent tiles were vertically installed behind the vanity and continue into the shower. Plenty of cabinets with clean modern lines were added for storage and organization. High efficiency lighting, clean modern handles and hardware complete the transformation. This Austin bathroom was approximately three months in the making. Bee Creek Photography