Phtography by Peter Rymwid
Large elegant master beige tile and stone tile travertine floor corner shower photo in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and a hinged shower door

To create a unique kitchen, we take inspiration from the personality of our clients; it’s a collaborative effort to develop the exact look and feel that best suits their lifestyles. The challenge of this kitchen was to re-build the existing kitchen and adjoining full bath, creating a much better flow with plenty of storage for this active family (as they often entertain seaside). The two-toned cabinetry in both white and laguna blue reflected a true beach-feel adorned with a terrific choice of starfish and shell shaped hardware to draw attention to this creative and beautifully transformed seaside kitchen. We remind our clients that in order to be unique, do something unique! And this is nicely demonstrated in both the layout, color scheme and backsplash design details. Our client selected several hand painted decorative ocean creatures for the backsplash, drawing from colors in the room, and this created a truly unique conversation piece! A glint of sparkle from the white quartz countertops brings you closer to the beach in this impressive oceanfront home. From flooring to ceiling, we created a picture perfect beautiful beach house kitchen that is not only functional but provides a relaxed and inviting feel for these seaside owners.

Doug Petersen Photography
Large country 3/4 white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile bathroom photo in Boise with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, an undermount sink, a two-piece toilet and multicolored walls

This Houston bathroom features polished chrome and a black-and-white palette, lending plenty of glamour and visual drama. "We incorporated many of the latest bathroom design trends - like the metallic finish on the claw feet of the tub; crisp, bright whites and the oversized tiles on the shower wall," says Outdoor Homescapes' interior project designer, Lisha Maxey. "But the overall look is classic and elegant and will hold up well for years to come." As you can see from the "before" pictures, this 300-square foot, long, narrow space has come a long way from its outdated, wallpaper-bordered beginnings. "The client - a Houston woman who works as a physician's assistant - had absolutely no idea what to do with her bathroom - she just knew she wanted it updated," says Outdoor Homescapes of Houston owner Wayne Franks. "Lisha did a tremendous job helping this woman find her own personal style while keeping the project enjoyable and organized." Let's start the tour with the new, updated floors. Black-and-white Carrara marble mosaic tile has replaced the old 8-inch tiles. (All the tile, by the way, came from Floor & Décor. So did the granite countertop.) The walls, meanwhile, have gone from ho-hum beige to Agreeable Gray by Sherwin Williams. (The trim is Reflective White, also by Sherwin Williams.) Polished "Absolute Black" granite now gleams where the pink-and-gray marble countertops used to be; white vessel bowls have replaced the black undermount black sinks and the cabinets got an update with glass-and-chrome knobs and pulls (note the matching towel bars): The outdated black tub also had to go. In its place we put a doorless shower. Across from the shower sits a claw foot tub - a 66' inch Sanford cast iron model in black, with polished chrome Imperial feet. "The waincoting behind it and chandelier above it," notes Maxey, "adds an upscale, finished look and defines the tub area as a separate space." The shower wall features 6 x 18-inch tiles in a brick pattern - "White Ice" porcelain tile on top, "Absolute Black" granite on the bottom. A beautiful tile mosaic border - Bianco Carrara basketweave marble - serves as an accent ribbon between the two. Covering the shower floor - a classic white porcelain hexagon tile. Mounted above - a polished chrome European rainshower head. "As always, the client was able to look at - and make changes to - 3D renderings showing how the bathroom would look from every angle when done," says Franks. "Having that kind of control over the details has been crucial to our client satisfaction," says Franks. "And it's definitely paid off for us, in all our great reviews on Houzz and in our Best of Houzz awards for customer service." And now on to final details! Accents and décor from Restoration Hardware definitely put Maxey's designer touch on the space - the iron-and-wood French chandelier, polished chrome vanity lights and swivel mirrors definitely knocked this bathroom remodel out of the park!

Corner shower - mid-sized eclectic 3/4 blue tile and glass tile ceramic tile corner shower idea in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, blue walls and a vessel sink

Wet bar - small contemporary single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar idea in Detroit with dark wood cabinets, mirror backsplash, gray countertops, an undermount sink and flat-panel cabinets

This Cherry Kitchen designed by Gail O'Rourke of White Wood Kitchens is by Wood Harbor Cabinetry. The doors style is a pillowed stile and rail with a flat panel center. The style is frameless full overlay to provide full access and maximize storage. The hardware is Emtek with glass knobs on the custom hutch and polished nickel on the perimeter. The backsplash is marble with accent tile behind the stainless hood. The island is an antiqued mint julip paint, a beautiful combination topped off with Sienna Bordeaux Granite. Stainless Steel farmhouse sink is complemented by stainless fridge. Dishwasher concealed with custom door panel. Builder: Maybruck Home Improvement, Installer: Burr Remodeling. Photo credits: Albert Leo Art

Alcove shower - small mediterranean 3/4 brown tile and ceramic tile alcove shower idea in Other with a hinged shower door

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped white floor and porcelain tile kitchen pantry remodel in Toronto with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Bathroom - coastal bathroom idea in Other

Mindy Mellingcamp
Small transitional master corner shower photo in Orange County with a drop-in sink, laminate countertops and white walls

Mid-sized cottage l-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Mindy Mellingcamp
Small transitional master corner shower photo in Orange County with a drop-in sink and laminate countertops

Mindy Mellingcamp
Inspiration for a small transitional master corner shower remodel in Orange County with white walls, a drop-in sink and laminate countertops

Mindy Mellingcamp
Small transitional master corner shower photo in Orange County with a drop-in sink, laminate countertops and white walls

Ally Young
Small beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen photo in New York with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Kitchen - coastal kitchen idea in New York with glass-front cabinets and white cabinets

Mindy Mellingcamp
Small transitional master corner shower photo in Orange County with a drop-in sink and laminate countertops

Bathroom - large transitional white tile and porcelain tile marble floor bathroom idea in Tampa with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, a drop-in sink and granite countertops