Jon Eady Photographer 2014
Example of a mountain style men's light wood floor closet design in Denver with flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets

Elegant kitchen photo in Columbus with raised-panel cabinets and gray cabinets

Mid-sized elegant built-in desk medium tone wood floor home office photo with yellow walls and no fireplace

Street view of the house, Rob Spring Photography
Example of a mountain style gray two-story wood exterior home design in New York

Kate Bruinsma - Photos By Kaity
Country u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen photo in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography

Example of a transitional single-wall wet bar design in Phoenix with shaker cabinets and white cabinets

Emily Followill
Example of a beach style formal carpeted living room design in Atlanta with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace

Fast Forward Unlimited
Example of a classic l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in New York with dark wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, an island and raised-panel cabinets

Inspiration for a country 3/4 glass tile medium tone wood floor and brown floor alcove shower remodel in Charlotte with brown cabinets, white walls, a vessel sink, a hinged shower door, marble countertops, white countertops and flat-panel cabinets

Large transitional master white tile and subway tile marble floor claw-foot bathtub photo in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops and gray walls

Shiflet Group Architects Photographer Nick Johnson
Bedroom - cottage master bedroom idea in Austin with white walls

Utility room - large transitional galley ceramic tile and gray floor utility room idea in Oklahoma City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, a stacked washer/dryer, marble countertops and gray countertops

Martin Vecchio Photography
Transitional built-in desk study room photo in Detroit with white walls

Example of a tuscan wooden curved staircase design in Houston

Photo by Ryan Gamma Walnut vanity is mid-century inspired. Subway tile with dark grout.
Mid-sized minimalist master white tile and subway tile porcelain tile, gray floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub photo with medium tone wood cabinets, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops, white walls, flat-panel cabinets, a one-piece toilet and a freestanding vanity

Example of an island style patio design in Orange County with a fire pit

Inspiration for a large transitional master white tile and cement tile cement tile floor, gray floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub remodel in Orange County with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a freestanding vanity

A PLACE TO GATHER Location: Eagan, MN, USA This family of five wanted an inviting space to gather with family and friends. Mom, the primary cook, wanted a large island with more organized storage – everything in its place – and a crisp white kitchen with the character of an older home. Challenges: Design an island that could accommodate this family of five for casual weeknight dinners. Create more usable storage within the existing kitchen footprint. Design a better transition between the upper cabinets on the 8-foot sink wall and the adjoining 9-foot cooktop wall. Make room for more counter space around the cooktop. It was poorly lit, cluttered with small appliances and confined by the tall oven cabinet. Solutions: A large island, that seats 5 comfortably, replaced the small island and kitchen table. This allowed for more storage including cookbook shelves, a heavy-duty roll out shelf for the mixer, a 2-bin recycling center and a bread drawer. Tall pantries with decorative grilles were placed between the kitchen and family room. These created ample storage and helped define each room, making each one feel larger, yet more intimate. A space intentionally separates the upper cabinets on the sink wall from those on the cooktop wall. This created symmetry on the sink wall and made room for an appliance garage, which keeps the countertops uncluttered. Moving the double ovens to the former pantry location made way for more usable counter space around the cooktop and a dramatic focal point with the hood, cabinets and marble backsplash. Special Features: Custom designed corbels and island legs lend character. Gilt open lanterns, antiqued nickel grilles on the pantries, and the soft linen shade at the kitchen sink add personality and charm. The unique bronze hardware with a living finish creates the patina of an older home. A walnut island countertop adds the warmth and feel of a kitchen table. This homeowner truly understood the idea of living with the patina of marble. Her grandmother’s marble-topped antique table inspired the Carrara countertops. The result is a highly organized kitchen with a light, open feel that invites you to stay a while. Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg