Example of a trendy home design design in San Francisco

Brian Vanden Brink
Great room - large transitional light wood floor great room idea with white walls, a two-sided fireplace and a stone fireplace

John Magnoski Photography Builder: John Kraemer & Sons
Inspiration for a craftsman kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Minneapolis with engineered wood floors, yellow walls and no fireplace

Amy Bartlam
Example of a classic formal dark wood floor living room design in Los Angeles with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and no tv

Example of a mid-sized classic backyard brick patio design in New York with a fire pit and no cover

2020 Artisan Home Tour Builder: Alma Homes Photo: Landmark Photography • For questions on this project including features or finishes, please reach out to the builder of this home.

Patio - mid-sized mediterranean courtyard tile patio idea in Orange County with no cover and a fireplace

In the 750 sq ft Guest House, the two guest suites are connected with a multi functional living room. Behind the solid wood sliding door panel is a W/D, refrigerator, microwave and storage. The kitchen island is equipped with a sink, dishwasher, coffee maker and dish storage. The breakfast bar allows extra seating.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional shade courtyard concrete paver garden path in Nashville.

A couple wanted a weekend retreat without spending a majority of their getaway in an automobile. Therefore, a lot was purchased along the Rocky River with the vision of creating a nearby escape less than five miles away from their home. This 1,300 sf 24’ x 24’ dwelling is divided into a four square quadrant with the goal to create a variety of interior and exterior experiences while maintaining a rather small footprint. Typically, when going on a weekend retreat one has the drive time to decompress. However, without this, the goal was to create a procession from the car to the house to signify such change of context. This concept was achieved through the use of a wood slatted screen wall which must be passed through. After winding around a collection of poured concrete steps and walls one comes to a wood plank bridge and crosses over a Japanese garden leaving all the stresses of the daily world behind. The house is structured around a nine column steel frame grid, which reinforces the impression one gets of the four quadrants. The two rear quadrants intentionally house enclosed program space but once passed through, the floor plan completely opens to long views down to the mouth of the river into Lake Erie. On the second floor the four square grid is stacked with one quadrant removed for the two story living area on the first floor to capture heightened views down the river. In a move to create complete separation there is a one quadrant roof top office with surrounding roof top garden space. The rooftop office is accessed through a unique approach by exiting onto a steel grated staircase which wraps up the exterior facade of the house. This experience provides an additional retreat within their weekend getaway, and serves as the apex of the house where one can completely enjoy the views of Lake Erie disappearing over the horizon. Visually the house extends into the riverside site, but the four quadrant axis also physically extends creating a series of experiences out on the property. The Northeast kitchen quadrant extends out to become an exterior kitchen & dining space. The two-story Northwest living room quadrant extends out to a series of wrap around steps and lounge seating. A fire pit sits in this quadrant as well farther out in the lawn. A fruit and vegetable garden sits out in the Southwest quadrant in near proximity to the shed, and the entry sequence is contained within the Southeast quadrant extension. Internally and externally the whole house is organized in a simple and concise way and achieves the ultimate goal of creating many different experiences within a rationally sized footprint. Photo: Sergiu Stoian

Example of a farmhouse multicolored floor mudroom design in San Francisco

Emily Followill
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless carpeted living room library remodel in Charlotte with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a concealed tv and a wood fireplace surround

A fully custom double island allows for a sideboard island with custom grille accents and extra wine storage.
Example of a transitional home bar design in New York

Blake Mistich
Example of a trendy enclosed medium tone wood floor family room design in Houston with gray walls and a two-sided fireplace

Kris Palen
Family room - huge transitional open concept dark wood floor and brown floor family room idea in Dallas with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

I used soft arches, warm woods, and loads of texture to create a warm and sophisticated yet casual space.
Example of a mid-sized cottage medium tone wood floor, vaulted ceiling and shiplap wall living room design in Boise with white walls, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace

Photography: Nathan Schroder
Inspiration for a mediterranean porch remodel in Dallas with a fire pit and a roof extension

The great room plan features walls of glass to enjoy the mountain views beyond from the living, dining or kitchen spaces. The cabinetry is a combination of white paint and stained oak, while natural fir beams add warmth at the ceiling. Hubbardton forge pendant lights a warm glow over the custom furnishings.

Landscape St. Louis, Inc.
Large elegant backyard brick patio photo in St Louis with a fire pit and no cover