Example of a transitional gray floor kitchen design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, an island, white countertops and brown backsplash

Kitchen - transitional l-shaped kitchen idea in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and stainless steel appliances

A custom library ladder works in the Kitchen and also the Living Room. John Wilbanks Photography
Example of an arts and crafts single-wall kitchen design in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a mid-sized transitional master gray floor and porcelain tile bathroom design in New York with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls, a drop-in sink, quartz countertops and white countertops

Custom swing-arm stools were made for the reclaimed wood island. The existing floors were refinished, painted, and then buffed.
Enclosed kitchen - craftsman u-shaped painted wood floor enclosed kitchen idea in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and white walls

LIz Daly
Mid-sized trendy master gray tile marble floor walk-in shower photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, a one-piece toilet and gray walls

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless galley dark wood floor and brown floor seated home bar remodel in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and white countertops

Example of a classic patio design in Minneapolis with a fire pit and a gazebo

Inspiration for a large timeless master white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor and white floor alcove bathtub remodel in Providence with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls, marble countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops

Example of a trendy carpeted bedroom design in Miami with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround

Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2014 Houzz
Example of a country galley dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Seattle with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Butler's Pantry
Home bar - mid-sized contemporary galley light wood floor home bar idea in Dallas with no sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, white backsplash and white countertops

My clients purchased a grand home on a spectacular waterfront setting, but the interior felt dark and drab. Our challenge was to turn the existing home into a high end Hampton-style residence without major construction. We choose to focus on color, contrast and texture, changing almost every surface in the home and reversing the contrast to make the home light and airy. We invested the construction expense on elements crucial to style and function. Removing a row of out of scale upper cabinetry in the kitchen and replacing it with 3 double hung windows expands the view to 180 degrees and floods the room with light. To create symmetry and balance in the kitchen, we moved the cooktop and centered the sink. The wine cellar entry opened awkwardly into the kitchen and there was no pantry, so we modified the wine cellar and moved the door for better flow, allowing for a large pantry. On the opposite end of the great room, we balanced the fireplace with cabinetry and tall wainscoting. The floors were stained dark espresso while all other trim and cabinetry went a bright white. It took 14 tries to get the perfect wall color – a pale beige/color reminiscent of sand. The blue and white furniture and details pull the entire space together and creates a sophisticated yet casual feel. Photos by Steve Armstrong www.cascadepromedia.com

Kitchen looking towards Dining Room and Living Room beyond. Photo by Clark Dugger
Small trendy galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood countertops, paneled appliances, brown backsplash, wood backsplash and no island

photos by William Quarles
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless master gray tile black floor bathroom remodel in Charleston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, blue walls and marble countertops

Casey Dunn, Photographer
Example of a trendy beige floor wine cellar design in Austin with display racks

Ulrich Designer: Tom Santarsiero Photography by Peter Rymwid This is a master bath with subtle sophistication and understated elegance. The cabinets were custom designed by Tom, with straight, simple lines, and custom built by Draper DBS of walnut, with a deep, rich brown finish. The richness of the dark cabinetry juxtaposed with the elegance of the white carrara marble on the countertop, wall and floors contributes to the room's sophistication. Ample storage is found in the large vanity and an armoire style cabinet, designed to mimic a free-standing furniture piece, that is positioned behind the door. Architectural beams placed across the vaulted ceiling bring a sense of scale to the room and invite natural light in through the skylight.

Kitchen - farmhouse kitchen idea in Seattle

Everyday dishes are displayed on three understated shelves, also crafted from Reclaimed Chestnut. Photo Credit: Crown Point Cabinetry
Kitchen - rustic kitchen idea in Burlington with recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances