Rustic one-story wood exterior home idea in San Francisco

Our designer has achieved a stylish look by combining dark cabinets and light-colored marbles.

Nathan Schroder
Trendy pool photo in Dallas

This remodel of a mid century gem is located in the town of Lincoln, MA a hot bed of modernist homes inspired by Gropius’ own house built nearby in the 1940’s. By the time the house was built, modernism had evolved from the Gropius era, to incorporate the rural vibe of Lincoln with spectacular exposed wooden beams and deep overhangs. The design rejects the traditional New England house with its enclosing wall and inward posture. The low pitched roofs, open floor plan, and large windows openings connect the house to nature to make the most of its rural setting. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography

Michael Hsu
Large transitional side yard deck photo in Austin with decking and no cover

The organic shape of the surrounding trees contrasts the hard-lined form of the home. To the right, a photo studio is clad in pre-cast concrete. The large front door defines the central entry. To the left, the great room is screened by perforated metal. Heavy Metal is a contemporary take on the Miesian courtyard house, in a rural setting. In this instance, the courtyard is created as much by the landscaping and vegetation as it is by the architecture. Photography by Andrew Fabin

Example of a transitional patio design in Raleigh with a bbq area

Darlene Halaby
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Orange County

Inspiration for a mediterranean staircase remodel in San Francisco

Page // Agency
Entryway - transitional entryway idea in Dallas

Greg Reigler
This is an example of a large traditional front porch design in Miami with decking and a roof extension.

MIRIAM MOORE has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design from Miami International University of Art and Design. She has been responsible for numerous residential and commercial projects and her work is featured in design publications with national circulation. Before turning her attention to interior design, Miriam worked for many years in the fashion industry, owning several high-end boutiques. Miriam is an active member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).

deReus Architects David Duncan Livingston Photography Underwood Construction Company
Photo of an asian full sun backyard landscaping in San Francisco.

Lori Hamilton
Inspiration for a tropical formal and open concept medium tone wood floor living room remodel in Miami with white walls and no fireplace

My clients purchased a grand home on a spectacular waterfront setting, but the interior felt dark and drab. Our challenge was to turn the existing home into a high end Hampton-style residence without major construction. We choose to focus on color, contrast and texture, changing almost every surface in the home and reversing the contrast to make the home light and airy. We invested the construction expense on elements crucial to style and function. Removing a row of out of scale upper cabinetry in the kitchen and replacing it with 3 double hung windows expands the view to 180 degrees and floods the room with light. To create symmetry and balance in the kitchen, we moved the cooktop and centered the sink. The wine cellar entry opened awkwardly into the kitchen and there was no pantry, so we modified the wine cellar and moved the door for better flow, allowing for a large pantry. On the opposite end of the great room, we balanced the fireplace with cabinetry and tall wainscoting. The floors were stained dark espresso while all other trim and cabinetry went a bright white. It took 14 tries to get the perfect wall color – a pale beige/color reminiscent of sand. The blue and white furniture and details pull the entire space together and creates a sophisticated yet casual feel. Photos by Steve Armstrong www.cascadepromedia.com

Mid-sized elegant backyard stone patio photo in Chicago with a roof extension

Beach style green tile and mosaic tile corner shower photo in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and an undermount tub

Inspiration for a timeless laundry room remodel in Salt Lake City with multicolored walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Casey Woods
Large farmhouse built-in desk and galley concrete floor eat-in kitchen photo in Austin with white walls, no fireplace, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete countertops, multicolored backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island