Dining space in Figure 8 Island Home. Designed by Amy Tyndall Design, Photos courtesy of Wrightsville Beach Magazine
Example of a beach style dark wood floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Wilmington with gray walls

The tile in the bathroom, including the shower, was custom made and antiqued to match the 1920s-style colors. The owner secured original plumbing fixtures, antiqued light fixtures, and mirror from the 1920s.

Aaron Leitz Photography
Example of a transitional dining room design in San Francisco with white walls

Our clients came to us wanting to maximize the space they had. They were not planning on moving anytime soon, as they loved their neighborhood. They wanted to renovate the front of their house, which included the front atrium, living room, kitchen, and powder bath. They hated their kitchen because it was completely closed off, had low ceilings, was dark and outdated, not to mention the floors were different in each of these rooms! The pantry was in the breakfast area and the kitchen table became a junk catcher, being the first thing you see when coming in from the garage/laundry room. In their living room, they wanted the spaces on either side of the fireplace to be symmetrical, whether that be bookshelves, a wet bar or closed off. Both parents are working professionals with no time and/or desire to design, create and figure this out on their own. They needed help figuring out how to reconfigure their current space in order to maximize what they already had, as they could not see an obvious solution. They could not envision how it would look so the fact that our designers were able to show them their new kitchen in 3D was pertinent. We removed the pass-through windows that surrounded the atrium and front dining room, as well as the entire kitchen wall, completely opening up those two rooms. We removed a hall that used to lead between the kitchen and the living room since it was a complete waste of space! The ceilings were raised to 10’ in the kitchen and we were able to leave the skylight, letting in that natural light they wanted. We were able to give them a much larger pantry with tons of shelving and increase the size of their laundry room by utilizing the space of their old breakfast nook. We relocated the door to the garage into their new elongated laundry room, built a wet bar across from their new larger pantry (with a pocket door) and the flow and functionality of these new spaces is just perfect! All new Waypoint cabinets were installed one two main kitchen surrounding walls painted Linen. Calacatta Bianco Polished Porcelain Tile 4x12 was used for the backsplash. A large eat-at island was installed, painted Stone, where the family can now gather for homework, meals, and mingling. The soft champagne bronze hardware and accent lighting really give this white and gray kitchen a soft classic look. In the living room, we removed the built-in bookshelves to the left of the fireplace and closed off the wet-bar on the other side, giving them more space in their master suite. White Oak wood flooring, stained Putney, was installed throughout the entire new space, giving it the continuity they were looking for. In the guest bathroom, Carrara white herringbone marble mosaic 12x12 tile was used on the shower floor and niche, while basic marble Bianco polished 12x24 porcelain tile was used on the walls. Luxart polished chrome traditional hardware gives this timeless bathroom the perfect shine. Our clients are so happy with the new functionality and look of their space. It has definitely changed their lives in a way they could have never imagined!

Birch wide plank flooring custom sawn in the USA by Hull Forest Products, 1-800-928-9602. www.hullforest.com. Ships direct from our sawmill. 4-6 weeks lead time for all orders. Figured Birch wood flooring was used throughout this Newport Beach, California home, including this child's bedroom.

Sustainably harvested figured Birch wide plank flooring available unfinished or prefinished, mill direct from Hull Forest Products. 1-800-928-9602. 4-6 week lead time. www.hullforest.com. Photo by David Lamb Photography.

Stephanie Russo
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Sacramento with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Inspiration for a large timeless backyard stone patio remodel in Manchester with a gazebo

Photography: Ryan Garvin
Elegant l-shaped multicolored floor dedicated laundry room photo in Orange County with an undermount sink, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer/dryer, black countertops, shaker cabinets and gray walls

Hand scraped hardwood floor. Marble counter tops, traditional kitchen, crackle ceramic subway tile, farmhouse sink
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless dark wood floor kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, white countertops, shaker cabinets and white cabinets

Example of a classic open concept living room design in Chicago with beige walls

Photo: Caela McKeever © 2015 Houzz

Casey Dunn Photography
Mid-century modern kitchen photo in Austin with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and stone tile backsplash

NICK SARGENT OF SARGENT PHOTOGRAPHY WWW.SARGENTPHOTO.COM
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Another view of the beautiful foyer, looking towards the home's great room. Photo by Mike Mroz of Michael Robert Construction
Staircase - traditional staircase idea in Newark

INTERNATIONAL AWARD WINNER. 2018 NKBA Design Competition Best Overall Kitchen. 2018 TIDA International USA Kitchen of the Year. 2018 Best Traditional Kitchen - Westchester Home Magazine design awards. The designer's own kitchen was gutted and renovated in 2017, with a focus on classic materials and thoughtful storage. The 1920s craftsman home has been in the family since 1940, and every effort was made to keep finishes and details true to the original construction. For sources, please see the website at www.studiodearborn.com. Photography, Adam Kane Macchia and Timothy Lenz

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The kitchen in this Mid Century Modern home is a true showstopper. The designer expanded the original kitchen footprint and doubled the kitchen in size. The walnut dividing wall and walnut cabinets are hallmarks of the original mid century design, while a mix of deep blue cabinets provide a more modern punch. The triangle shape is repeated throughout the kitchen in the backs of the counter stools, the ends of the waterfall island, the light fixtures, the clerestory windows, and the walnut dividing wall.

Karen Melvin Photography
Bathroom - traditional bathroom idea in Minneapolis with marble countertops