The Kavanagh Model Home by Arcadia at Willowsford in Ashburn, VA: 4 Bedrooms, 4 Bath [Photo Credit: Maxine Schnitzer Photography 2014]
Inspiration for a timeless l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, beige walls and an island

The dog wash has pull out steps so large dogs can get in the tub without the owners having to lift them. The dog wash also is used as the laundry's deep sink. Debbie Schwab Photography

Rikki Snyder © 2014 Houzz
Inspiration for an eclectic entryway remodel in New York

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern two-story mixed siding green home design remodel in New York with a shingle roof

Deck - country deck idea in Los Angeles with no cover

Klopf Architecture, Arterra Landscape Architects and Henry Calvert of Calvert Ventures Designed and built a new warm, modern, Eichler-inspired, open, indoor-outdoor home on a deeper-than-usual San Mateo Highlands property where an original Eichler house had burned to the ground. The owners wanted multi-generational living and larger spaces than the original home offered, but all parties agreed that the house should respect the neighborhood and blend in stylistically with the other Eichlers. At first the Klopf team considered re-using what little was left of the original home and expanding on it. But after discussions with the owner and builder, all parties agreed that the last few remaining elements of the house were not practical to re-use, so Klopf Architecture designed a new home that pushes the Eichler approach in new directions. One disadvantage of Eichler production homes is that the house designs were not optimized for each specific lot. A new custom home offered the team a chance to start over. In this case, a longer house that opens up sideways to the south fit the lot better than the original square-ish house that used to open to the rear (west). Accordingly, the Klopf team designed an L-shaped “bar” house with a large glass wall with large sliding glass doors that faces sideways instead of to the rear like a typical Eichler. This glass wall opens to a pool and landscaped yard designed by Arterra Landscape Architects. Driving by the house, one might assume at first glance it is an Eichler because of the horizontality, the overhanging flat roof eaves, the dark gray vertical siding, and orange solid panel front door, but the house is designed for the 21st Century and is not meant to be a “Likeler.” You won't see any posts and beams in this home. Instead, the ceiling decking is a western red cedar that covers over all the beams. Like Eichlers, this cedar runs continuously from inside to out, enhancing the indoor / outdoor feeling of the house, but unlike Eichlers it conceals a cavity for lighting, wiring, and insulation. Ceilings are higher, rooms are larger and more open, the master bathroom is light-filled and more generous, with a separate tub and shower and a separate toilet compartment, and there is plenty of storage. The garage even easily fits two of today's vehicles with room to spare. A massive 49-foot by 12-foot wall of glass and the continuity of materials from inside to outside enhance the inside-outside living concept, so the owners and their guests can flow freely from house to pool deck to BBQ to pool and back. During construction in the rough framing stage, Klopf thought the front of the house appeared too tall even though the house had looked right in the design renderings (probably because the house is uphill from the street). So Klopf Architecture paid the framer to change the roofline from how we had designed it to be lower along the front, allowing the home to blend in better with the neighborhood. One project goal was for people driving up the street to pass the home without immediately noticing there is an "imposter" on this lot, and making that change was essential to achieve that goal. This 2,606 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom Eichler-inspired new house is located in San Mateo in the heart of the Silicon Valley. Klopf Architecture Project Team: John Klopf, AIA, Klara Kevane Landscape Architect: Arterra Landscape Architects Contractor: Henry Calvert of Calvert Ventures Photography ©2016 Mariko Reed Location: San Mateo, CA Year completed: 2016

We replaced the cushions on the chairs around the table in this sunny room in white and very pale pink, filled with greenery. The new cushions are made with a very firm foam and covered with a very durable fabric. Light pink with a coordinating welt. These go well with the existing cushions on the wicker furniture. I love this room; it's a real oasis.

Stunning new light filled kitchen
Example of an arts and crafts brown floor eat-in kitchen design in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Hardie Plank Siding add a richness to this remodeled mid-century ranch. Photography by Pete Weigley
Trendy slate floor single front door photo in New York with black walls and a green front door

Inspiration for a coastal u-shaped light wood floor kitchen remodel in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Bright, colorful dining room with teal grasscloth, graphic banquette, marble dining table, leather sling chairs, and brass burst chandelier. Photo Credit: Mary Costa

This light filled laundry room is as functional as it is beautiful. It features a vented clothes drying cabinet, complete with a hanging rod for air drying clothes and pullout mesh racks for drying t-shirts or delicates. The handy dog shower makes it easier to keep Fido clean and the full height wall tile makes cleaning a breeze. Open shelves above the dog shower provide a handy spot for rolled up towels, dog shampoo and dog treats. A laundry soaking sink, a custom pullout cabinet for hanging mops, brooms and other cleaning supplies, and ample cabinet storage make this a dream laundry room. Design accents include a fun octagon wall tile and a whimsical gold basket light fixture.

Stunning new light filled kitchen
Inspiration for a craftsman brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Inspiration for a small modern 3/4 multicolored tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower remodel in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Our goal for this project was to transform this home from family-friendly to an empty nesters sanctuary. We opted for a sophisticated palette throughout the house, featuring blues, greys, taupes, and creams. The punches of colour and classic patterns created a warm environment without sacrificing sophistication. Home located in Thornhill, Vaughan. Designed by Lumar Interiors who also serve Richmond Hill, Aurora, Nobleton, Newmarket, King City, Markham, Thornhill, York Region, and the Greater Toronto Area. For more about Lumar Interiors, click here: https://www.lumarinteriors.com/

Terry Vine Photography
Living room - large french country formal and open concept slate floor living room idea in Houston with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Inspiration for a large timeless open concept medium tone wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling living room remodel with white walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

The great room walls are filled with glass doors and transom windows, providing maximum natural light and views of the pond and the meadow. Photographer: Daniel Contelmo Jr.

Large elegant master medium tone wood floor, brown floor, vaulted ceiling and wallpaper bedroom photo with brown walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace