Troy Thies Photography Charcoal ledgestone fireplace with a cherry mantle.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary living room remodel in Minneapolis with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace and no tv

Large mountain style open concept light wood floor living room photo in DC Metro with gray walls, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a tile fireplace

Stunning Lounge Setting, with magnificent outlook onto the water, streamlined flow from the indoors to the outdoors.
Living room - mid-sized contemporary formal and open concept concrete floor living room idea in Auckland with gray walls, no tv, a two-sided fireplace and a plaster fireplace

Tre Dunham
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped brick floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and brick backsplash

Example of a large island style backyard brick patio design with no cover and a fireplace

Wall color: Sherwin Williams 7632 )Modern Gray) Trim color: Sherwin Williams 7008 (Alabaster) Barn door color: Sherwin Williams 7593 (Rustic Red) Brick: Old Carolina, Savannah Gray

Jesse Snyder
Inspiration for a transitional formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in DC Metro with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

When my client had to move from her company office to work at home, she set up in the dining room. Despite her best efforts, this was not the long-term solution she was looking for. My client realized she needed a dedicated space not on the main floor of the home. On one hand, having your office space right next to the kitchen is handy. On the other hand, it made separating work and home life was not that easy. The house was a ranch. In essence, the basement would run entire length of the home. As we came down the steps, we entered a time capsule. The house was built in the 1950’s. The walls were covered with original knotty pine paneling. There was a wood burning fireplace and considering this was a basement, high ceilings. In addition, there was everything her family could not store at their own homes. As we wound though the space, I though “wow this has potential”, Eventually, after walking through the laundry room we came to a small nicely lit room. This would be the office. My client looked at me and asked what I thought. Undoubtedly, I said, this can be a great workspace, but do you really want to walk through this basement and laundry to get here? Without reservation, my client said where do we start? Once the design was in place, we started the renovation. The knotty pine paneling had to go. Specifically, to add some insulation and control the dampness and humidity. The laundry room wall was relocated to create a hallway to the office. At the far end of the room, we designated a workout zone. Weights, mats, exercise bike and television are at the ready for morning or afternoon workouts. The space can be concealed by a folding screen for party time. Doors to an old closet under the stairs were relocated to the workout area for hidden storage. Now we had nice wall for a beautiful console and mirror for storage and serving during parties. In order to add architectural details, we covered the old ugly support columns with simple recessed millwork panels. This detail created a visual division between the bar area and the seating area in front of the fireplace. The old red brick on the fireplace surround was replaced with stack stone. A mantle was made from reclaimed wood. Additional reclaimed wood floating shelves left and right of the fireplace provides decorative display while maintaining a rustic element balancing the copper end table and leather swivel rocker. We found an amazing rug which tied all of the colors together further defining the gathering space. Russet and burnt orange became the accent color unifying each space. With a bit of whimsy, a rather unusual light fixture which looks like roots from a tree growing through the ceiling is a conversation piece. The office space is quite and removed from the main part of the basement. There is a desk large enough for multiple screens, a small bookcase holding office supplies and a comfortable chair for conference calls. Because working from home requires many online meetings, we added a shiplap wall painted in Hale Navy to contrast with the orange fabric on the chair. We finished the décor with a painting from my client’s father. This is the background online visitors will see. The last and best part of the renovation is the beautiful bar. My client is an avid collector of wine. She already had the EuroCave refrigerator, so I incorporated it into the design. The cabinets are painted Temptation Grey from Benjamin Moore. The counter tops are my favorite hard working quartzite Brown Fantasy. The backsplash is a combination of rustic wood and old tin ceiling like porcelain tiles. Together with the textures of the reclaimed wood and hide poofs balanced against the smooth finish of the cabinets, we created a comfortable luxury for relaxing. There is ample storage for bottles, cans, glasses, and anything else you can think of for a great party. In addition to the wine storage, we incorporated a beverage refrigerator, an ice maker, and a sink. Floating shelves with integrated lighting illuminate the back bar. The raised height of the front bar provides the perfect wine tasting and paring spot. I especially love the pendant lights which look like wine glasses. Finally, I selected carpet for the stairs and office. It is perfect for noise reduction. Meanwhile for the overall flooring, I specifically selected a high-performance vinyl plank floor. We often use this product as it is perfect to install on a concrete floor. It is soft to walk on, easy to clean and does not reduce the overall height of the space.

Jenna Sue
Example of a large cottage open concept light wood floor and gray floor living room design in Tampa with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Large trendy open concept dark wood floor living room photo in Orlando with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

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This is an example of a traditional porch design in Atlanta with decking and a roof extension.

The Laurel Model family room featuring gas fireplace with stone surround.
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman open concept dark wood floor family room remodel with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Living room - mediterranean formal light wood floor living room idea in Dallas with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Architect: Christopher Simmonds Architect
Mid-sized trendy open concept concrete floor living room photo in Ottawa with white walls, a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace

Ema Peter
Example of a large classic gray two-story brick exterior home design in Vancouver

Cottage light wood floor and beige floor kitchen photo in Houston with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, gray backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

When our client bought their lot in Broken Top they did not build for years. Living in San Diego,they decided in 2011 to build a vacation home/ future retirement abode. Their vision included a welcoming single level with relaxing Master bedroom and bath, a kitchen/living/dining space to entertain family and friends, and an outdoor living space to enjoy the sunsets.Their vision became reality!! It also includes a wonderful second bedroom perfect for guests, with a separate entrance and a private bath with walk-in shower. The third bedroom doubles as an office with lots of windows. The home is rustic from the front. Upon entering one notices the open floor plan and contemporary kitchen design as well as the beautiful rock fireplace and abundance of light. An extra-large island in the kitchen includes a wine cooler, bar sink, and eating area. The décor of the home is comfortable and warm. And the stunning dark Acacia wood flooring runs throughout the main living area. This home is 3210 square feet on a single level. Natural mature landscaping surrounds the home giving it a settled-in feeling. This is a perfect home for retirees who host guests, or a small family. In this case,the couple will use it as their vacation get-away with retirement in their scope. Ross Chandler

Example of a mid-sized transitional formal and enclosed light wood floor and beige floor living room design in Orange County with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv