A compact kitchen maximizes space with a built-in table that can be raised and latched to the wall if more space is needed.
Example of a small arts and crafts l-shaped light wood floor enclosed kitchen design in Nashville with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops and a peninsula

The 18" high raised spa has a Mexican Tile facade, Terra-cotta coping and our signature 'Tile Ledge' detail. I find raising the spa 18" allows for a more graceful entrance into the spa! Just sit and swing your legs over! Hand-painted tile also lines the waterline and raised water feature wall. A 'Sheer Decent' waterfall sheets into the spa, giving the illusion that the fountain is part of the spas circulation. The spa is also lit with colored L.E.D. lights. (The spa and fountain are completely separate systems, both filtered and lit.) You can see the mounted Jandy 'Spalink' on the face of the spa tile. The Jandy Control panel, controls everything in the yard (pool, spa, fountain, lighting & landscape lighting...). The fire bowls all have automatic ignightors and are lit with a flip of a switch. The Entertaining Gazebo with outdoor kitchen, fireplace and wood burning pizza oven are in the background. Photographer: Riley Jamison Realtor: Tim Freund, website: tim@1000oaksrealestate.com

Once a foreclosure in shambles, this house was gutted and completely flipped into a gorgeous family home. The entry, living and kitchen were unlivable and required in depth redesign to create the open flow the home offers now. Clean lines and modern tranquility are now enjoyed daily by these homeowners! Design by Chad Hatfield, CR, CRKB. Photography by Versatile Imaging.

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Mid-sized transitional l-shaped ceramic tile eat-in kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Today’s basements are much more than dark, dingy spaces or rec rooms of years ago. Because homeowners are spending more time in them, basements have evolved into lower-levels with distinctive spaces, complete with stone and marble fireplaces, sitting areas, coffee and wine bars, home theaters, over sized guest suites and bathrooms that rival some of the most luxurious resort accommodations. Gracing the lakeshore of Lake Beulah, this homes lower-level presents a beautiful opening to the deck and offers dynamic lake views. To take advantage of the home’s placement, the homeowner wanted to enhance the lower-level and provide a more rustic feel to match the home’s main level, while making the space more functional for boating equipment and easy access to the pier and lakefront. Jeff Auberger designed a seating area to transform into a theater room with a touch of a button. A hidden screen descends from the ceiling, offering a perfect place to relax after a day on the lake. Our team worked with a local company that supplies reclaimed barn board to add to the decor and finish off the new space. Using salvaged wood from a corn crib located in nearby Delavan, Jeff designed a charming area near the patio door that features two closets behind sliding barn doors and a bench nestled between the closets, providing an ideal spot to hang wet towels and store flip flops after a day of boating. The reclaimed barn board was also incorporated into built-in shelving alongside the fireplace and an accent wall in the updated kitchenette. Lastly the children in this home are fans of the Harry Potter book series, so naturally, there was a Harry Potter themed cupboard under the stairs created. This cozy reading nook features Hogwartz banners and wizarding wands that would amaze any fan of the book series.

Small country single-wall ceramic tile and white floor dedicated laundry room photo in Atlanta with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, beige walls, a stacked washer/dryer and brown countertops

Today’s basements are much more than dark, dingy spaces or rec rooms of years ago. Because homeowners are spending more time in them, basements have evolved into lower-levels with distinctive spaces, complete with stone and marble fireplaces, sitting areas, coffee and wine bars, home theaters, over sized guest suites and bathrooms that rival some of the most luxurious resort accommodations. Gracing the lakeshore of Lake Beulah, this homes lower-level presents a beautiful opening to the deck and offers dynamic lake views. To take advantage of the home’s placement, the homeowner wanted to enhance the lower-level and provide a more rustic feel to match the home’s main level, while making the space more functional for boating equipment and easy access to the pier and lakefront. Jeff Auberger designed a seating area to transform into a theater room with a touch of a button. A hidden screen descends from the ceiling, offering a perfect place to relax after a day on the lake. Our team worked with a local company that supplies reclaimed barn board to add to the decor and finish off the new space. Using salvaged wood from a corn crib located in nearby Delavan, Jeff designed a charming area near the patio door that features two closets behind sliding barn doors and a bench nestled between the closets, providing an ideal spot to hang wet towels and store flip flops after a day of boating. The reclaimed barn board was also incorporated into built-in shelving alongside the fireplace and an accent wall in the updated kitchenette. Lastly the children in this home are fans of the Harry Potter book series, so naturally, there was a Harry Potter themed cupboard under the stairs created. This cozy reading nook features Hogwartz banners and wizarding wands that would amaze any fan of the book series.

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Inspiration for a mid-sized modern 3/4 gray tile and mosaic tile ceramic tile walk-in shower remodel in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz countertops and a one-piece toilet

Inspiration for an eclectic kitchen remodel in Toronto

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Example of a classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor seated home bar design in Philadelphia with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood countertops and mirror backsplash

Kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped slate floor kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Custom kitchen in Easton, CT. Large sit-in island with white carrara marble counter top. White shaker style cabinets with brushed nickle fixtures, chef's faucet, farm sink, honed black galaxy granite counter tops, stainless steel Viking appliances and industrial lighting fixtures.

Melanie Roy’s challenge in designing an extremely functional mud room to accommodate a busy family’s needs was to create a place for everything from crab nets and straw mats in metal buckets to beach towels, flip flops, balls and various summer paraphernalia in wire baskets. The challenge was that the room had no cubbies so boat cleats were used for hanging items up and out of the way and baskets and buckets for easy-access storage under a rough-hewn table. She created a beach theme by anchoring the space with a Stark rug with a wave design. Artists’ rendered surfboards are decorative but often accompany surfboards that are constantly in use. A window seat/bench is upholstered in a waterproof Duralee fabric, piped with jute, so you can sit on it even in a wet bathing suit. A painted blue rock coffee table is reflective of a bolder on the beach. Photo by Eric Striffler.

SCD updated this twin girl's bedroom to better reflect her artsy style. The colorful parasols set a bohemian tone, while the nail head dresser and shag rug offer lots of texture. The best feature of all is the girl's own creation: a floral sculpture made of crayons. Thanks to a custom-made base, the art is now a chic table! Douglas Hill Photography

Photo: Angela Flournoy © 2017 Houzz
Eclectic home office photo in Dallas

Inspiration for a cottage patio remodel in San Luis Obispo

The modern masterpiece you all have been waiting for has arrived in the desirable Fashion Square of Sherman oaks! The amazing curb appeal draws you in and continues into the dramatic entry impressing the most discerning eye! The grand scale ceiling height, state of the art design & incredibly open, airy floor plan create a seamless flow. This home offers 4 BR + 4.5 BA + office or 5th BR, approx. 5000 sq. ft. of inside living area, a unique 1200 sq. ft. upper wrap around deck while sitting proudly on a 8,400 sq. ft. lot. Chic kitchen w/ Caesar stone counters, custom backsplash, top of the line stainless steel appliances & large center island opens to dining area & living room. Massive accordion doors open to outdoor patio, large pool, built- in BBQ & grass area, promising ultimate indoor/outdoor living. Sleek master suite w/ fireplace, floating ceilings, oversized closet w/ dressing table, spa bath & sliding doors open to incredible deck. Impressive media room, walls of glass lends itself to tons of natural light. Features include: wide plank floors, control 4 system, security cameras, covered patio. Sophisticated and warm…this rare gem has it all. Our team at Regal worked long and hard hours to complete this job and create it exactly as the home owner dreamed!

Centered around a brilliant water landscape, the open layout of the main level utilizes impressive architectural ceiling treatments and columns to define spaces, while rich trim details and custom cabinetry show off thoughtful and intricate design gestures. Photography credit: Ashley Avila