Example of a large classic open concept and formal dark wood floor family room design in San Diego with white walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

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Inspiration for a mid-sized coastal gray floor and travertine floor sunroom remodel in Minneapolis with a standard fireplace, a standard ceiling and a brick fireplace

Spacecrafting
Inspiration for a mid-sized coastal formal and open concept light wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Minneapolis with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a brick fireplace

Example of a large transitional master carpeted and brown floor bedroom design in Baltimore with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Conversational seating
Inspiration for a large country formal and open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room remodel in Houston with a stone fireplace, no tv, white walls and a standard fireplace

Garrett Buell
Sunroom - transitional sunroom idea in Nashville with a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a standard ceiling

Located in the highly sought-after Allwood neighborhood of Darien, this spec house is the fourth collaboration with a client who first began with a renovation of her own home. While architecturally it is a traditional home from the exterior, the interiors are more transitional in style. In order to compete in the speculative market, our client’s directive was clear – ‘differentiation the kitchen design from every other spec house’. So we incorporated painted cabinetry but highlighted with rift-cut white oak base cabinets. This contrast between these finishes influenced our decision to select a subtle white quartzite countertop to deliberately highlight the striking porcelain backsplash. The steel and glass partition frames the space – drawing the eye to the focal point of the kitchen, the custom stainless steel hood. Gold hardware adds a pop of flair to the space and warms the room. Walnut drawer inserts, stainless steel appliance garage, pull out trash drawers with compost bins and a stylish desk make this the Gold Standard of spec houses.

Kitchen - kitchen idea in Los Angeles

photographer Nick Smith - www.nsphotography.co.uk - designer : Nigel Pierce
Living room - eclectic formal living room idea in London with a standard fireplace

Kitchen - kitchen idea in Los Angeles

Alise O'Brien
Family room - large traditional enclosed medium tone wood floor family room idea in St Louis with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a stone fireplace