coffered ceiling, recessed lights, accent ceiling, tan walls, entertainment center, floral couch, upholstered accent chairs, round end table, table lamp, bar stools, open concept, white trim, French doors, transom windows, light wood floors, granite, framed art, entry way

This stunning backyard features a contemporary, rectangular inground pool wth a stucco water fountain wall gracing the deep-end. The wall is flanked on either end with gas lanterns and three scuppers in the middle that release water into a rectangular pool of water framed inside the feature. Six, Pentair LED magic streams send dancing water over the edge of the pool's outlining stone. Large, stone, step-pads create paths from the pool to the covered patio and outdoor kitchen as well as to a sitting area and fire feature. Guests have access to an outdoor shower, and a beautiful natural gas fire feature filled with lava rock.

Stencil, trey ceiling, crown molding, wall sconce, recessed tv, framed tv, area rug, plush couch, wall art, glass coffee table, end tables, accent chairs, beige walls, wall trim molding, table lamp, accent ceiling, recessed lights, cabinet, open concept

This magnificent custom 4,200 sq ft timber frame Adirondack style home, with guest house and pool, enjoys complete privacy at the end of a rustic mountain road on 16 acres. Outfitted with robust, modern, eco-friendly solar systems and technology, the 4-bedroom, 3.5 bathroom main house features a wraparound porch and balcony, an open floor plan with oak and black walnut floors, rough Tuscan plaster walls, wood beams and French doors throughout. The spacious Timberpeg great room addition with loft balcony, cathedral ceilings and floor to ceiling rough-hewn stone fireplace, opens onto a patio sitting area enclosed by rustic walls cut from the property''s stone. Adjacent to the great room, an exceptional screened porch with fireplace looks over spectacular views of expansive lawns and the Catskill Mountains beyond. The Tuscan-inspired kitchen has an Italian tile and limestone farm sink, 6-burner Wolf range and custom extractor hood. The Master suite features a timbered balcony, steam shower and Jacuzzi tub. Opening onto the porch, a private main floor guest suite shares the outstanding views that define this exclusive property. Full basement with radiant floors, and roughed out for 5 th bedroom suite/bathroom and game room, provides additional storage. The property also features high-efficiency Buderus boiler, EV car charging port, rooftop solarvoltaic panels, back-up generator, driveway basketball court, 2-car garage, and space for a tennis court. A chalet-style post and beam 2-bedroom, 1-bath guesthouse completes this distinctive estate, with dining and sitting room, kitchenette, a natural form solar-heated pool with propane heat backup, free-form stone patio, spa whirlpool, waterfall, weeping rock wall, and cedar log pergola.

The XXTwo Plan merges ultimate functionality with a clean Scandinavian-inspired modern farmhouse minimalism. From the curb, the design presents with an impressive stature marked by a tall 2-story gable massing, flanked by a flat-roofed wing and entryway sheltered by a quaint second-story deck above. This rendition is skinned with a dark concrete brick, accented by a richly-stained tongue and groove cedar wood facade. Designed specifically for NE16, my OKC Urban Renewal-awarded redevelopment project in inner Oklahoma City, this plan is compatible with narrow lots while still packing in nearly 1900 square feet of pure, functional living space. It includes a standard 1-car garage with modern, satin-glass window garage door, but when building from scratch, can also be re-configured as a pull-through breezeway into a backyard parking scenario, where a detached garage is also possible. Guests are greeted with an impressive two-story vaulted, naturally-lit staircase immediately adjacent to the front door. The great room, complete with a touch of industrial-modern with its exposed HVAC ductwork, is vast with a roomy kitchen on one end and living room at the other. Just beyond the living room is a 3-panel door system to the back patio and yard. Kitchen-wise, modern enthusiasts who love to cook will enjoy the large kitchen wall that includes an impressive range and vent hood with a horizontal slider window built right into the backsplash over the cooktop. The island also includes one of my signature built-in tables that comfortably seats six, and is one less piece of furniture to buy. A powder bathroom also resides downstairs, saving you that quick climb up the stairs just for a quick bathroom stop. When it's time to retire for the evening, the upstairs offers several living options. Just atop the staircase is a double-door system that provides not only natural light, but access to the quaint rooftop deck overlooking the front yard. The hall leads to a full bathroom, linen closet, and spacious back bedroom with walk-in closet. Down the other end of the hall leads to the master suite, utility room, and 3rd bedroom, also with its own master closet. The master suite, the largest of the three bedrooms, has its own full bathroom with dual sinks, shower, toilet room, and large walk-in closet with that direct, secondary connectivity to the utility room that many of my designs are known for. If a truly-modern curb appeal that doesn't skimp on functional space is what you're after, give the XXTwo a good look. | jC

Rear platform seating area with custom red leather couch, custom end tables, and custom media storage cabinet with refrigerated beverage drawers. The small light above and behind the red couch is from the projector, which is behind optical glass, in the adjacent room, to minimize projector noise.

The XXTwo Plan merges ultimate functionality with a clean Scandinavian-inspired modern farmhouse minimalism. From the curb, the design presents with an impressive stature marked by a tall 2-story gable massing, flanked by a flat-roofed wing and entryway sheltered by a quaint second-story deck above. This rendition is skinned with a dark concrete brick, accented by a richly-stained tongue and groove cedar wood facade. Designed specifically for NE16, my OKC Urban Renewal-awarded redevelopment project in inner Oklahoma City, this plan is compatible with narrow lots while still packing in nearly 1900 square feet of pure, functional living space. It includes a standard 1-car garage with modern, satin-glass window garage door, but when building from scratch, can also be re-configured as a pull-through breezeway into a backyard parking scenario, where a detached garage is also possible. Guests are greeted with an impressive two-story vaulted, naturally-lit staircase immediately adjacent to the front door. The great room, complete with a touch of industrial-modern with its exposed HVAC ductwork, is vast with a roomy kitchen on one end and living room at the other. Just beyond the living room is a 3-panel door system to the back patio and yard. Kitchen-wise, modern enthusiasts who love to cook will enjoy the large kitchen wall that includes an impressive range and vent hood with a horizontal slider window built right into the backsplash over the cooktop. The island also includes one of my signature built-in tables that comfortably seats six, and is one less piece of furniture to buy. A powder bathroom also resides downstairs, saving you that quick climb up the stairs just for a quick bathroom stop. When it's time to retire for the evening, the upstairs offers several living options. Just atop the staircase is a double-door system that provides not only natural light, but access to the quaint rooftop deck overlooking the front yard. The hall leads to a full bathroom, linen closet, and spacious back bedroom with walk-in closet. Down the other end of the hall leads to the master suite, utility room, and 3rd bedroom, also with its own master closet. The master suite, the largest of the three bedrooms, has its own full bathroom with dual sinks, shower, toilet room, and large walk-in closet with that direct, secondary connectivity to the utility room that many of my designs are known for. If a truly-modern curb appeal that doesn't skimp on functional space is what you're after, give the XXTwo a good look. | jC

coffered ceiling, recessed lights, accent ceiling, tan walls, entertainment center, floral couch, upholstered accent chairs, round end table, table lamp, bar stools, open concept, white trim, French doors, transom windows, light wood floors, granite, framed art, entry way

coffered ceiling, recessed light, accent ceiling, balcony, drapes, wainscoting, fireplace, marble, recessed tv, crown molding, white trim, accent chairs, coffee table, couch, sofa table, wall sconce, area rug, view, beige walls, fire place screen, end table, table lamp, ornate trim

valance, drapes, balcony, wall of windows, enclosed book case, glass doors, lighted cabinet, marble floor, geometric area rug, beige couches, gold accent chair, square coffee table, built-in entertainment center, end tables, floor lamp, crown molding, tan walls, ceiling fan, neutral colors

The other end of the military family's family room is highlighted with green accent walls and red chair. Kelly Murphy
Home design - transitional home design idea in Manchester

This stunning backyard features a contemporary, rectangular inground pool wth a stucco water fountain wall gracing the deep-end. The wall is flanked on either end with gas lanterns and three scuppers in the middle that release water into a rectangular pool of water framed inside the feature. Six, Pentair LED magic streams send dancing water over the edge of the pool's outlining stone. Large, stone, step-pads create paths from the pool to the covered patio and outdoor kitchen as well as to a sitting area and fire feature. Guests have access to an outdoor shower, and a beautiful natural gas fire feature filled with lava rock.

dentil crown molding, ornate crown molding, faux paint, decorative furniture, upholstered tufted couch, round end table, art work, cabinet, recessed lights, glass cabinet doors, lighted cabinets, granite

Mid century modern guest bathroom reminiscent of an old-time pharmacy with cool toned backsplash and medical themed art.
Example of a mid-sized minimalist 3/4 blue tile single-sink bathroom design in Austin with medium tone wood cabinets and white countertops

fire place, tile surround, tv mounted over fireplace, built-in cabinets, taupe cabinet, gray accent chairs, gray couch, plush area rug, rustic coffee table, beige walls, open concept, mirrored end tables, recessed lights, wood flooring, ceiling fan, table lamps, coffee table tray, crown molding, built-in shelves

Entry Sitting Room by Cam Parsons for Ethan Allen Fredericksburg, VA 540-548-3396 ext. 22 Traditional sitting room: Tufted English Arm sofa, Accent chair in seaglass and gold paisley, Accent Wing chair in burgundy chenille paisley with nail head trim, Isfahan rug. Coffee and end tables in Zebra wood. Fireplace with custom artwork and fireplace mantel accessories.

coffered ceiling, recessed lights, accent ceiling, tan walls, entertainment center, floral couch, upholstered accent chairs, round end table, table lamp, bar stools, open concept, white trim, French doors, transom windows, light wood floors, granite, framed art, entry way

patio, slider, area rug, neutral, teal velvet chairs, square coffee table, wall mounted tv, end tables, table lamps, trey ceiling, recessed lights, drapes, sectional, lounge, wood flooring, large planks, credenza, storage table, art, floor vase, open concept

This photo captures the length of the entry hall. The room to the right is the formal living room. At the end of the hall to the right is the office. Another photo in this project shows the chest you see at the end of the hall. Explore the other photos to see how the rooms relate to each other from a design perspective.