Sideyard modern water feature. The fountain is located off the living room window to enjoy from both the living area and kitchen. Concrete stepping pads extend over the fountain and into the artificial turf area in the rear yard. Succulents and grasses are planted throughout the yard.

Nancy Nolan Photography
Playroom - mid-sized transitional gender-neutral carpeted playroom idea in Little Rock

Bathroom - transitional bathroom idea in Minneapolis

Love how this kitchen renovation creates an open feel for our clients to their dining room and office and a better transition to back yard!
Eat-in kitchen - large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Inspiration for a modern patio remodel in New York

An indoor-outdoor banquet room with attached bar and hearth is a natural gathering place to overlook the serenity of the pool, lawn and gardens. Photography by Marion Brenner

These clients came to my office looking for an architect who could design their "empty nest" home that would be the focus of their soon to be extended family. A place where the kids and grand kids would want to hang out: with a pool, open family room/ kitchen, garden; but also one-story so there wouldn't be any unnecessary stairs to climb. They wanted the design to feel like "old Pasadena" with the coziness and attention to detail that the era embraced. My sensibilities led me to recall the wonderful classic mansions of San Marino, so I designed a manor house clad in trim Bluestone with a steep French slate roof and clean white entry, eave and dormer moldings that would blend organically with the future hardscape plan and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. The site was a deep, flat lot that had been half of the old Joan Crawford estate; the part that had an abandoned swimming pool and small cabana. I envisioned a pavilion filled with natural light set in a beautifully planted park with garden views from all sides. Having a one-story house allowed for tall and interesting shaped ceilings that carved into the sheer angles of the roof. The most private area of the house would be the central loggia with skylights ensconced in a deep woodwork lattice grid and would be reminiscent of the outdoor “Salas” found in early Californian homes. The family would soon gather there and enjoy warm afternoons and the wonderfully cool evening hours together. Working with interior designer Jeffrey Hitchcock, we designed an open family room/kitchen with high dark wood beamed ceilings, dormer windows for daylight, custom raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and a textured glass tile splash. Natural light and gentle breezes flow through the many French doors and windows located to accommodate not only the garden views, but the prevailing sun and wind as well. The graceful living room features a dramatic vaulted white painted wood ceiling and grand fireplace flanked by generous double hung French windows and elegant drapery. A deeply cased opening draws one into the wainscot paneled dining room that is highlighted by hand painted scenic wallpaper and a barrel vaulted ceiling. The walnut paneled library opens up to reveal the waterfall feature in the back garden. Equally picturesque and restful is the view from the rotunda in the master bedroom suite. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Jeffrey Hitchcock Enterprises Contractor: Synergy General Contractors, Inc. Landscape Design: LZ Design Group, Inc. Photography: Laura Hull

Scott Amundson Photography
Inspiration for a small transitional built-in desk dark wood floor and brown floor study room remodel in Minneapolis with blue walls and no fireplace

Photo by: Landmark Photography
Indoor basketball/tennis/multi-game court - traditional medium tone wood floor indoor basketball/tennis/multi-game court idea in Minneapolis with beige walls

Pool - mediterranean backyard stone and rectangular lap pool idea in Los Angeles

Example of a trendy look-out basement design in Chicago with white walls and no fireplace

Striped ceillings are a fun detail in the boys' room.
Bedroom trendy kids' bedroom photo in Los Angeles

Modern functionality meets rustic charm in this expansive custom home. Featuring a spacious open-concept great room with dark hardwood floors, stone fireplace, and wood finishes throughout.

Country patio kitchen photo in San Francisco with a roof extension

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless master mosaic tile floor freestanding bathtub remodel in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls and marble countertops

We were hired to create a Lake Charlevoix retreat for our client’s to be used by their whole family throughout the year. We were tasked with creating an inviting cottage that would also have plenty of space for the family and their guests. The main level features open concept living and dining, gourmet kitchen, walk-in pantry, office/library, laundry, powder room and master suite. The walk-out lower level houses a recreation room, wet bar/kitchenette, guest suite, two guest bedrooms, large bathroom, beach entry area and large walk in closet for all their outdoor gear. Balconies and a beautiful stone patio allow the family to live and entertain seamlessly from inside to outside. Coffered ceilings, built in shelving and beautiful white moldings create a stunning interior. Our clients truly love their Northern Michigan home and enjoy every opportunity to come and relax or entertain in their striking space. - Jacqueline Southby Photography

This is an example of a mid-sized rustic shade backyard stone garden path in Charlotte for summer.

Austin kitchen design featuring rich blue cabinetry, brass hardware, white countertops, and custom storage in this colorful modern Rosedale home.
Trendy medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white countertops

Gene Pollux | Pollux Photography
Example of a huge tuscan backyard brick pool design in Tampa with a fire pit and a gazebo