Example of a mid-sized transitional master porcelain tile porcelain tile corner shower design in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink and quartzite countertops

Freestanding bathtub - mid-sized transitional master brown tile and stone tile marble floor and beige floor freestanding bathtub idea in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops, a hinged shower door and gray countertops

Our client said she was surprised to find the third bathroom, her son’s, has turned out to be her favorite. Perhaps it’s the subtle but captivating herringbone tile pattern in the shower, the contrasting granite countertop, or the charcoal hex tile floor that makes it so appealing. She also admitted it was hard to pick a favorite. Photographer Greg Hadley

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Austin with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, metallic backsplash, metal backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

**Project Overview** This new construction home built next to a serene lake features a gorgeous, large-scale kitchen that also connects to a bar, home office, breakfast room and great room. The homeowners sought the warmth of traditional styling, updated for today. In addition, they wanted to incorporate unexpected touches that would add personality. Strategic use of furniture details combined with clean lines brings the traditional style forward, making the kitchen feel fresh, new and timeless. **What Makes This Project Unique?* Three finishes, including vintage white paint, stained cherry and textured painted gray oak cabinetry, work together beautifully to create a varied, unique space. Above the wall cabinets, glass cabinets with X mullions add interest and decorative storage. Single ovens are tucked in cabinets under a window, and a warming drawer under one perfectly matches the cabinet drawer under the other. Matching furniture-style armoires flank the wall ovens, housing the freezer and a pantry in one and custom designed large scale appliance garage with retractable doors in the other. Other furniture touches can be found on the sink cabinet and range top cabinet that help complete the look. The variety of colors and textures of the stained and painted cabinetry, custom dark finish copper hood, wood ceiling beams, glass cabinets, wood floors and sleek backsplash bring the whole look together. **Design Challenges* Even though the space is large, we were challenged by having to work around the two doorways, two windows and many traffic patterns that run through the kitchen. Wall space for large appliances was quickly in short supply. Because we were involved early in the project, we were able to work with the architect to expanded the kitchen footprint in order to make the layout work and get appliance placement just right. We had other architectural elements to work with that we wanted to compliment the kitchen design but also dictated what we could do with the cabinetry. The wall cabinet height was determined based on the beams in the space. The oven wall with furniture armoires was designed around the window with the lake view. The height of the oven cabinets was determined by the window. We were able to use these obstacles and challenges to design creatively and make this kitchen one of a kind. Photo by MIke Kaskel

Kitchen - 1960s l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen idea in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black backsplash, marble backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

Trendy u-shaped brown floor and dark wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, beige countertops, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

This kitchen was fabricated by Lapptops and the cabinets were done by King's Woodwork! http://lapptops.net/ This kitchen features Calacatta marble with a polished finish on the island. The surrounding countertops are absolute black granite with a honed finish. This kitchen is so clean and bright! Search "calacatta" or "black", see variations of this marble & granite, or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward. You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material. Understanding Marble: Marble is a porous, high-maintenance surface. Be prepared to see some scratches. Marble is a softer stone. However, marble is still so beautiful with the scratches! If you’ve ever gone to Italy, you can see the beautiful marble on floors and many restaurants. It’s a classic lasting look. Even with scratches. If you don't mind the extra work, they are a beautiful addition. Marble has a multifaceted ability to work with so many different design styles. If you're a homeowner looking for a wipe-and-go countertop, though, you'll probably want to skip this one. It's cost-effective, depending on the type of marble you buy. Carrara marble (a grayer version with softer veins from Carrara, Italy) is one of the least expensive natural countertop materials on the market, mainly because it's readily available. Calacatta marble, which offers a whiter surface and more dramatic veining, and the price tag goes up. Marble is heat-resistant — which is great — but you still need to be careful. Marble is heat resistant. Despite its ability to withstand high temps, you never want to place a piping hot pot on for risk of discoloring or burning the surface. We recommend always using a pot holder anyways. We don’t want to dissuade you from using marble. In fact, I personally have a marble island in my kitchen. Stone Action solely wants you to be informed so that you’re choosing the right material for your project. We hope you personally come check out our marble or other stone selection! See more marble or other types of Stone Action’s stone selection: http://www.stoneaction.com

Example of a mid-sized classic galley medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island and green backsplash

Artsy and Edgy Master Bathroom with custom window treatments using fabric from the Kelly Wearstler collection. Photo Credit: Amy Bartlam
Bathroom - mid-sized contemporary master white floor and marble floor bathroom idea in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, marble countertops, a hinged shower door, green countertops and an undermount sink

The master bedroom scheme continued in the master bathroom with a patterned wallpaper and upholstery fabrics in the same tonality.
Example of a large classic master porcelain tile and brown floor bathroom design in Miami with blue walls, beige cabinets, raised-panel cabinets, an undermount sink and granite countertops

Small trendy single-wall ceramic tile enclosed kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Peter R. Peirce
Example of a mid-sized trendy l-shaped limestone floor kitchen design in New York with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a mid-sized trendy open concept concrete floor and gray floor living room design in Oklahoma City with white walls

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Sacramento with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

As a Premier Home Builder. Sharkey Custom Homes Inc. has spent the last 18 years building beautiful and original homes to Lubbock TX and surrounding areas. We are committed to building homes of the highest quality while simultaneously making sure our customers needs are met or exceeded. When you choose to build the home of your dreams with us, you can rest assured that you will be treated with the respect and integrity that you and your future home deserves. Sharkey will be there at each step to make certain that your experience is a wonderful one. We also offer Remodeling, Architects, Interior Design, and Landscape Design. Home Building, Remodeling, Design, Architects, Interior Design, landscape design, Land, Lots, Pools, Painting, Patios, Floor Covering, Granite, Wallpaper, Fireplaces, Lighting, Appliances, Roofing, Chimneys, Iron Doors, Railing, Staircase, cabinets, trim carpentry, Audio, Video, theaters, fountains, windows, bathroom fixtures, mirrors, hardware, crown molding, tubs, sinks, faucets, ceiling fans, garage doors, heating, air conditioning, shutters, texture, faux finish, vent hood, tile, porcelain, clay, stucco, stone,travertine, concrete, fencing, waterfalls,

Kitchen. Photo by Butterfly Media.
Example of a large mountain style l-shaped cork floor eat-in kitchen design in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white backsplash

Réalisation : Isacrea Cucina Designer : Véronique Cimon Cuisine : Miralis Comptoir : Granit Design Quartz : Caesarstone Canada Installation : SR Construction Photo : France Larose - CASA MÉDIA - Photos Immobilières Laurentides

Jeff White Photography
Example of a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island