One pendant light rewrote the rules. Suddenly, our living room radiates joyful energy, and the bedroom whispers dreamy serenity. That’s dopamine decor magic—no renovation required!

Stacy Zarin Goldberg
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We completely revamped this bathroom, replacing everything. The vertical mosaic stripes on the walls tie everything together with a blend of stainless steel, grey limestone, white marble, and grey glass. The walls and floor are 12x24" porcelain tiles (grouted with QuartzLock 2 urethane grout). The back/feature wall is polished to help reflect more light. The espresso cabinet is topped with a 2cm Calcatta marble slab, brushed nickel faucet, and a Ronbow glass vessel sink. The countertop is lit from below so that it glows when the main lights are off. The mirror was found in a thrift shop and lightly polished to remove damage.

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A large stained glass window adds color and light. It is also backlit for nighttime ambiance when sitting in the hot tub. Design and photos by Bob Trainor

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This 27 square foot powder room is by far the smallest space in this 3,200 square foot home in Nicasio CA. Where some might restrain themselves from highlighting such a utilitarian space, we elevated this tiny room to one of the most unique spaces in the home. The powder room sits behind a board-formed concrete wall adjacent to the front door of the home. In conjunction with our structural engineer and a master-mason, we developed a way to embed ¾” planks of acrylic into the South facing concrete wall. During the day, the acrylic captures the intense sun (while the concrete keeps the space temperate) creating a vibrant and entirely unexpected light show when one opens the powder room door. From the outside though, the acrylic planks appear simply as dark striations in the concrete. At night though, a timed light inside the bathroom illuminates the backside of the wall and creates a glowing nightlight at the front door. The constraints of board-formed concrete and the sequencing of this type of construction determined a pattern that could both retain the material integrity of the concrete while pushing its limits. In addition, the requirements for the vertical members of rebar created a staggered pattern that suggests a sense of movement; a theme that is carried throughout the project. After several experimental concrete pours, the final detail turned a typical powder room into a design feature that pushes the limits of material and construction and jolts our preconceptions of what lies behind a simple bathroom door. The wall appears to transform -- from solid to penetrable, from tame to wild, from utilitarian to spectacle, from dark and stoic to light-filled and poetic. Bruce Damonte

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The Envy™ Direct-Vent Fireplace is sure to provide the perfect foundation for custom tailoring to your taste and home's décor. Both looks offer an expansive ceramic-glass opening and patent-pending FullFlame™ dual burner technology for exceptional glow and flame appearance. With a wide array of optional accessories to personalize to your taste, the Envy provides endless possibilities for making your living area warm and inviting. Aesthetics Smooth-faced design features ceramic glass for optimum heat transfer. Available in Traditional (with log set) and Contemporary (with glass media) configurations. Exclusive Full Flame™ burner technology independently optimizes fuel mixture to generate superior glow and flame. Standard fireplace lighting illuminates interior with 6 distinct settings. Realistic Hi-Definition logs molded from actual firewood to deliver the look of natural fire. Massive viewing area combined with a ceramic glass enclosure panel provide an exceptional view of the fire. Contemporary units feature glossy black porcelain interior to amplify the look of the flame. Barrier integrates seamlessly with surrounding trim and provides an unobstructed view of the fire while providing an additional level of safety. Comfort Exclusive Full Flame™ burner technology combines a highly efficient combustion system with a greater range of control to optimize heat output. Full Flame™ multi stage burner and full function remote provide a total of 12 distinct flame settings. Hi performance modulating blower with noise canceling ducting for quietly delivering heat to the living space. Intermittent pilot ignition includes battery backup to provide continued operation in the event of a power outage. Full function control features standing pilot mode for improved performance in extreme climates. Ease of Operation Full featured modulating remote controls all fireplace functions as well as a smart thermostat mode for optimum comfort and efficiency. Gas controls are conveniently located to the side of the fireplace opening for easy installation and operation Design Versatility Available in Traditional (with log set) and Contemporary (with glass media) configurations. Traditional Realistic Hi-Definition logs molded from actual firewood to deliver the look of natural fire. Choice of two realistic ceramic brick fireplace liners for the true look of masonry craftsmanship to complete the traditional look. Optional andirons and free-standing fire screens allow for further customization. Contemporary Dual burner technology for the ultimate flame control. Smooth porcelain interior liners complete the contemporary look while showcasing and reflecting the tall dramatic flame. Choice of five glass media colors to suit your taste and complement any home decor. Optional facades to further customize to taste. This fireplace meets all 2015 ANSI barrier requirements.

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One pendant light rewrote the rules. Suddenly, our living room radiates joyful energy, and the bedroom whispers dreamy serenity. That’s dopamine decor magic—no renovation required!

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This project didn't cost me a dime. I pressed leaves from last fall. Took existing pictures, turned them around and then glued leaves on the back of pictures

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This is an example of a walk in tub remodel where the tub is fit into an existing shower space. I have removed the existing tub and installed a new walk in tub. This walk in tub is a glamorous design with a clear for allowing the bath water to glow. The tile on the wall is the existing wall tile. I have installed hundreds of these. Not all with this deluxe water door.

A bedroom appropriate to the 1790 house that it is in -- candlewick bedspread, vintage Oriental, cherry four-poster -- but updated with an ikat covered chair, custom Indian block print lampshades, crystal lamps, and Cole & Sons' Woods wallpaper for a modern toile effect. Photography by Eric Roth.