Blake Middleton
Example of an ornate living room design in Charleston with green walls

by enclosing a covered porch, an elegant mudroom was created that connects the garage to the existing laundry area. The existing home was a log kit home. The logs were sandblasted and stained to look more current. The log wall used to be the outside wall of the home. WoodStone Inc, General Contractor Home Interiors, Cortney McDougal, Interior Design Draper White Photography

Trendy gray two-story flat roof photo in Phoenix

When Cummings Architects first met with the owners of this understated country farmhouse, the building’s layout and design was an incoherent jumble. The original bones of the building were almost unrecognizable. All of the original windows, doors, flooring, and trims – even the country kitchen – had been removed. Mathew and his team began a thorough design discovery process to find the design solution that would enable them to breathe life back into the old farmhouse in a way that acknowledged the building’s venerable history while also providing for a modern living by a growing family. The redesign included the addition of a new eat-in kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, wrap around porch, and stone fireplaces. To begin the transforming restoration, the team designed a generous, twenty-four square foot kitchen addition with custom, farmers-style cabinetry and timber framing. The team walked the homeowners through each detail the cabinetry layout, materials, and finishes. Salvaged materials were used and authentic craftsmanship lent a sense of place and history to the fabric of the space. The new master suite included a cathedral ceiling showcasing beautifully worn salvaged timbers. The team continued with the farm theme, using sliding barn doors to separate the custom-designed master bath and closet. The new second-floor hallway features a bold, red floor while new transoms in each bedroom let in plenty of light. A summer stair, detailed and crafted with authentic details, was added for additional access and charm. Finally, a welcoming farmer’s porch wraps around the side entry, connecting to the rear yard via a gracefully engineered grade. This large outdoor space provides seating for large groups of people to visit and dine next to the beautiful outdoor landscape and the new exterior stone fireplace. Though it had temporarily lost its identity, with the help of the team at Cummings Architects, this lovely farmhouse has regained not only its former charm but also a new life through beautifully integrated modern features designed for today’s family. Photo by Eric Roth

photos by William Quarles
Staircase - mid-sized traditional wooden u-shaped mixed material railing staircase idea in Charleston with painted risers

Mudroom - mid-sized country gray floor and porcelain tile mudroom idea in Richmond with white walls and a dark wood front door

Photos by Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Living room library - mid-sized transitional enclosed brown floor and dark wood floor living room library idea in DC Metro with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Inspiration for a timeless curved staircase remodel in New York with beige walls

phillip harris
Inspiration for a rustic entryway remodel in San Francisco

Example of a classic front door design in New York with a medium wood front door and gray walls

Edward Caruso
Example of a large minimalist formal and open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room design in New York with white walls, a stone fireplace, a two-sided fireplace and no tv

Dutch door leading into mudroom. Photographer: Rob Karosis
Inspiration for a large country black floor mudroom remodel in New York with white walls and a black front door

Foyer - large transitional dark wood floor and brown floor foyer idea in Orlando with beige walls and a glass front door

Mike Kelley
Mid-sized trendy entry hall photo in Los Angeles with beige walls and a glass front door

David Agnello
Example of a mid-sized cottage dark wood floor and brown floor pivot front door design in Salt Lake City with beige walls and a dark wood front door

A rustic modern patio blends natural stone pavers, warm wood accents, and seamless mountain views, crafting an inviting and sustainable outdoor living space in this organic mountain home.

Spacecrafting
Living room - mid-sized transitional open concept dark wood floor living room idea in Minneapolis with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a media wall

Jason Hartog
Large transitional beige two-story wood gable roof photo in Toronto

Living Room and Family Room are one large room with a vaulted ceiling separated by a brick fireplace pillar. New skylights are double insulated with safety glass. The challenge was the technical work required to install a vaulted skylight. All new trims, baseboards and doors in the redone living room. All new, modern lighting was installed. Heated du chateau flooring was added. Bruce Damonte Photography