Photo by Thom Greene
Inspiration for a cottage multicolored floor kitchen remodel in Chicago with a farmhouse sink and blue cabinets

Light-filled entry hall featuring a custom blue console, statement lighting, and curated artwork that creates a welcoming first impression. Photo by: Ellen Renee Photography

A contemporary entryway with high ceilings, great lighting, and contrasting accessories.
Large trendy light wood floor, vaulted ceiling and brown floor foyer photo in Raleigh with gray walls and a black front door

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Inspiration for a mid-sized coastal gray floor and travertine floor sunroom remodel in Minneapolis with a standard fireplace, a standard ceiling and a brick fireplace

Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces. We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem. Extensive alterations include: - a completely redesigned floor plan to promote a more intuitive flow throughout - vaulted the ceilings over the great room to create an amazing entrance and feeling of inspired openness - redesigned entry and driveway to be more inviting and welcoming as well as to experientially set the mid-century modern stage - the removal of a visually disruptive load bearing central wall and chimney system that formerly partitioned the homes’ entry, dining, kitchen and living rooms from each other - added clerestory windows above the new kitchen to accentuate the new vaulted ceiling line and create a greater visual continuation of indoor to outdoor space - drastically increased the access to natural light by increasing window sizes and opening up the floor plan - placed natural wood elements throughout to provide a calming palette and cohesive Pacific Northwest feel - incorporated Universal Design principles to make the home Aging In Place ready with wide hallways and accessible spaces, including single-floor living if needed - moved and completely redesigned the stairway to work for the home’s occupants and be a part of the cohesive design aesthetic - mixed custom tile layouts with more traditional tiling to create fun and playful visual experiences - custom designed and sourced MCM specific elements such as the entry screen, cabinetry and lighting - development of the downstairs for potential future use by an assisted living caretaker - energy efficiency upgrades seamlessly woven in with much improved insulation, ductless mini splits and solar gain

Huge trendy ceramic tile and beige floor double front door photo in Detroit with a glass front door and white walls

Example of a mid-sized mountain style formal and open concept light wood floor living room design in Boston with a standard fireplace, brown walls, a stone fireplace and no tv

Rob Karosis
Example of a classic bedroom design in New York with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

1920's Bungalow revitalized open concept living, dining, kitchen - Interior Architecture: HAUS | Architecture + BRUSFO - Construction Management: WERK | Build - Photo: HAUS | Architecture

Utility room - traditional galley brown floor utility room idea in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and brown countertops

This grand Formal Mediterranean foyer makes a striking first impression with a sweeping marble double staircase, intricate wrought iron railings, polished marble floors, and a dramatic crystal chandelier suspended beneath a circular ceiling detail. Symmetry, arched openings, and refined wall paneling elevate the space with timeless luxury.

We opened this entry around the stairwell, using metal posts, a continuous handrail and horizontal cable infill to keep sightlines clear. A cascading globe chandelier fills the vaulted height above, and a hallway off the foyer leads to the rest of the main floor.

Photo by Kay Kim/Rill Architects
Arts and crafts family room photo in DC Metro

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This young family of four came in right after closing on their house and with a new baby on the way. Our goal was to complete the project prior to baby’s arrival so this project went on the expedite track. The beautiful 1920’s era brick home sits on a hill in a very picturesque neighborhood, so we were eager to give it the kitchen it deserves. The clients’ dream kitchen included pro-style appliances, a large island with seating for five and a kitchen that feels appropriate to the home’s era but that also is fresh and modern. They explicitly stated they did not want a “cookie cutter” design, so we took that to heart. The key challenge was to fit in all of the items on their wish given the room’s constraints. We eliminated an existing breakfast area and bay window and incorporated that area into the kitchen. The bay window was bricked in, and to compensate for the loss of seating, we widened the opening between the kitchen and formal dining room for more of an open concept plan. The ceiling in the original kitchen is about a foot lower than the rest of the house, and once it was determined that it was to hide pipes and other mechanicals, we reframed a large tray over the island and left the rest of the ceiling as is. Clad in walnut planks, the tray provides an interesting feature and ties in with the custom walnut and plaster hood. The space feels modern yet appropriate to its Tudor roots. The room boasts large family friendly appliances, including a beverage center and cooktop/double oven combination. Soft white inset cabinets paired with a slate gray island provide a gentle backdrop to the multi-toned island top, a color echoed in the backsplash tile. The handmade subway tile has a textured pattern at the cooktop, and large pendant lights add more than a bit of drama to the room. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

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Dining room - coastal medium tone wood floor dining room idea in Atlanta

Off Black bookcase with aged brass hardware
Mid-sized transitional galley and open concept light wood floor and beige floor family room photo in Dublin with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island and no tv

For this recessed entry ceiling we completed a hand painted design, distressed into a glazed textured finish. Copyright © 2016 The Artists Hands
Example of a mid-sized tuscan limestone floor foyer design in Houston with brown walls and a dark wood front door

Dining room - contemporary dining room idea in Miami with white walls

Photography by: Bob Jansons H&H Productions
Inspiration for a contemporary medium tone wood floor mudroom remodel in San Francisco