The homeowners sought to create a modest, modern, lakeside cottage, nestled into a narrow lot in Tonka Bay. The site inspired a modified shotgun-style floor plan, with rooms laid out in succession from front to back. Simple and authentic materials provide a soft and inviting palette for this modern home. Wood finishes in both warm and soft grey tones complement a combination of clean white walls, blue glass tiles, steel frames, and concrete surfaces. Sustainable strategies were incorporated to provide healthy living and a net-positive-energy-use home. Onsite geothermal, solar panels, battery storage, insulation systems, and triple-pane windows combine to provide independence from frequent power outages and supply excess power to the electrical grid. Photos by Corey Gaffer

Example of a trendy kitchen design in Toronto

Complete with a handy kitchenette, extra guest quarters and lake bath, the lower beach level was carefully designed to blend indoor and outdoor living, revealing all the simple delights in lakefront living. Photography Credit: Ashley Avila

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Eat-in kitchen - small modern galley slate floor eat-in kitchen idea in Boston with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Bin System work surface drying rack. Store damp dinnerware to air dry or use the rack to store frequently used items. Rack components are removable and can be moved from one compartment to another.

A clean style incorporating convenient wall accessories for easy access to your most frequently used items. Also, featuring custom designed carport tile for easy cleaning.

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped porcelain tile and white floor dedicated laundry room remodel in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, white walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

We love the mix of the patterned tile for warmth and texture with the cleanliness of the white quartz! The two are separated by a shallow quartz shelf that gives a great finishing touch.

Weekly maintenance with a special mower, plus frequent fertilization keeps the rejuvenated lawn in peak condition.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard formal garden in Toronto.

We frequently use full size windows in basements to create a brighter and more inviting basement environment.
Basement - traditional basement idea in New York with a standard fireplace

Have fun with the powder room, it's the smallest room in the house that is used most frequently. so why not splurge a bit.
Mid-sized porcelain tile, gray floor and wallpaper powder room photo in Montreal with furniture-like cabinets, black cabinets, a bidet, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, black countertops and a freestanding vanity

Have fun with the powder room, it's the smallest room in the house that is used most frequently. so why not splurge a bit.
Example of a mid-sized porcelain tile, gray floor and wallpaper powder room design in Montreal with furniture-like cabinets, black cabinets, a bidet, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, black countertops and a freestanding vanity

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Example of a transitional kitchen design in Boston

Beautiful grand kitchen, with a classy, light and airy feel. Each piece was designed and detailed for the functionality and needs of the family.
Inspiration for a huge transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor, brown floor and coffered ceiling eat-in kitchen remodel in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Double entry doors to the screened porch. They are capable of opening at the same time to accommodate heavy and frequent traffic. Their glass windows pull down to reveal screens.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary dark wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Toronto with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

A welcoming entry way into this Spanish-Eclectic design is paramount for this family who is expecting to expand their family and have frequent visitors of friends and family.

A dramatic, customized island with sink and tasting bar lets the frequent entertainer enjoy friends while prepping meals in this House Beautiful 2009 Kitchen of the Year, designed by Jeff Lewis.