Traditional beige three-story exterior home idea in Dallas

Photographer Kat Alves
Inspiration for a large transitional master porcelain tile and brown floor bedroom remodel in Sacramento with gray walls

The powder room features an intriguing blend of textures. Moss green, floor- to-ceiling glazed tile adds glamor, while the granite-topped vanity—illuminated by aged iron sconces—hosts a Carrara marble vessel sink with a polished chrome, wall-mount faucet.

Emily Minton Redfield
Living room - large traditional enclosed dark wood floor living room idea in St Louis with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Dawn Smith Photography
Dedicated laundry room - large traditional single-wall brown floor and porcelain tile dedicated laundry room idea in Cincinnati with recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, gray walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer, an utility sink, granite countertops and multicolored countertops

Trendy master dark wood floor and brown floor bedroom photo in Miami with purple walls

Living room, fireplace, dining room and kitchen. DESIGNER: Rozewski & Co. PHOTO: Indivar Sivanathan Photo & Design
Living room - contemporary open concept living room idea with beige walls and a wall-mounted tv

Scott Janelli Photography, Bridgewater NJ
Inspiration for a timeless closet remodel in New York

Troy Thies Photography
Kitchen - mid-sized transitional galley dark wood floor kitchen idea in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, paneled appliances, an island, quartz countertops and mosaic tile backsplash

Jessie Young - www.realestatephotographerseattle.com
Transitional medium tone wood floor enclosed dining room photo in Seattle with black walls

What would a "STAR" home be without a Master Bathroom that makes you feel like a Hollywood movie star or a country music legend?
Bathroom - transitional master white tile bathroom idea in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white walls

Additional Savings of $1,042 on Set Purchase The Salisbury Bedroom Set is available in Egyptian Pearl finish. This stunning bed has a striking headboard upholstered with a crocodile pattern fabric. Hand-carved details create a glamorous and comfortable bedroom. The dresser features velvet-lined top drawers and classic sculptural accents, along with an Antique Cognac top finish.

This 2 story home with a first floor Master Bedroom features a tumbled stone exterior with iron ore windows and modern tudor style accents. The Great Room features a wall of built-ins with antique glass cabinet doors that flank the fireplace and a coffered beamed ceiling. The adjacent Kitchen features a large walnut topped island which sets the tone for the gourmet kitchen. Opening off of the Kitchen, the large Screened Porch entertains year round with a radiant heated floor, stone fireplace and stained cedar ceiling. Photo credit: Picture Perfect Homes

Designed by Jamie Beckwith Photographed by Chip Pankey
Bedroom - transitional master carpeted bedroom idea in Nashville with gray walls

Example of a huge transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor seated home bar design in Salt Lake City with dark wood cabinets, wood countertops, brown backsplash and mirror backsplash

Crystal Shell Custom Blown Glass Chandelier. Sea inspired glass shells glisten from their crackle-like texture. Available as individual pendants or multi-pendant chandeliers. Multiple sizes and colors are available. Modern Custom Glass Lighting perfect for your entryway / foyer, stairwell, living room, dining room, kitchen, and any room in your home. Dramatic lighting that is fully customizable and tailored to fit your space perfectly. No two pieces are the same. Visit our website: www.shakuff.com for more details. Tel. 212.675.0383 info@shakuff.com Photo Credit: Sean Litchenfield Photography Interior Design By: MacWright Interiors LLC

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Example of a huge classic white floor foyer design in Houston with white walls

Co-Designer Jen Seeger while at Casa Verde Design Photography by Andrea Rugg
Inspiration for a small transitional kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Minneapolis with gray walls and no fireplace

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This client was referred to us from a past client. They are a busy 2-career household with young children and enjoy entertaining friends and family in their home. They have a beautiful open concept home but unfortunately the kitchen was not fitting for the rest of the home. They were not quite sure what to do with the space. We talked about trying to refresh it or do more of a minor remodel, but in the end they decided a full gut would get them to where they wanted to be. One problem was there was no place for guests to hang out other than the large and awkward banquette area. The brick wall and tiled hood area were feeling a bit dated and tired. The space was just not functional for their lifestyle. There was no prep space near the cooktop and no landing area for items coming out of the ovens or refrigerator, plus a big dead zone in the center of the room. Banquettes, like the one they previously had in the space, are great for small spaces, but when they get really large like this one, it makes getting in and out of the seating area awkward and uncomfortable. Plus, there was room for a large table, so we eliminated the awkward built in. We started by removing the faux brick wall between the kitchen and back entry. We relocated the entry to the garage over a couple feet in order to get every last inch out of the new kitchen. We also made the decision to close up the primary window that faced the pretty ho hum brick wall of the neighbor’s house. There was plenty of light coming in from the seating area, so we just didn’t feel the window was adding much to the room. Construction went smoothy. There was a bit of rework with electrical, flooring and HVAC, but in the end, we think it was well worth it. The clients really wanted a sleek contemporary look, and we originally had planned for a full height slab backsplash, but due to it’s size, it was a budget buster. Instead, we got creative and settled on large format porcelain tiles that have a similar feel but were a fraction of the cost. We made sure the wall was plumb and level so that the fit and finish would mimic that of slab material. The final space was quite a change. A large prep sink sits directly across from the new pro-style range with plenty additional prep space on the large island. The refrigerator and ovens now have miles of landing space, and a nice tight work triangle makes cooking a breeze. Since we wanted a more contemporary feel, not many wall cabinets were included. Instead, we outfitted some of the drawers for dish storage with a peg system. Two large pantries flanking the refrigerator hold baking supplies and small appliances. Large drawers by the cooktop hold pots and pans, and an appliance garage tucked away to the left of the range hides away miscellaneous items. The large island also houses a microwave drawer and tons of storage, most of which is drawers offering maximum convenience. The island now seats 5-6 people comfortably along with the new table in the seating area which can seat up to 8. Entertaining will be a breeze in this space. With such a clean backdrop, we knew we would need some drama with the lighting, so we chose two sets of staggered pendants, which we adjusted for the right visual balance above the island. We also included a small coffee station to the right of the main kitchen, which helps keep the coffee clutter out of the kitchen proper. Two tones of complimentary gray are featured in this kitchen. The perimeter is a light gray that reads almost white. The island is a gray stain that adds some depth and interest with the visible wood texture. The countertops are clean white quartz, and the hardware, barstools and light fixtures add warm brass tones. I see lots of cooking and entertaining with family and friends in the near future in this bright and airy new space. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com