Photos Rob Karosis
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary side yard brick landscaping in Portland Maine.

Living room - mid-sized eclectic formal and enclosed carpeted and beige floor living room idea in Houston with white walls

Peter Molick Photography
Inspiration for a transitional white two-story brick gable roof remodel in Houston

Example of a transitional u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Richmond with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The beautiful, old barn on this Topsfield estate was at risk of being demolished. Before approaching Mathew Cummings, the homeowner had met with several architects about the structure, and they had all told her that it needed to be torn down. Thankfully, for the sake of the barn and the owner, Cummings Architects has a long and distinguished history of preserving some of the oldest timber framed homes and barns in the U.S. Once the homeowner realized that the barn was not only salvageable, but could be transformed into a new living space that was as utilitarian as it was stunning, the design ideas began flowing fast. In the end, the design came together in a way that met all the family’s needs with all the warmth and style you’d expect in such a venerable, old building. On the ground level of this 200-year old structure, a garage offers ample room for three cars, including one loaded up with kids and groceries. Just off the garage is the mudroom – a large but quaint space with an exposed wood ceiling, custom-built seat with period detailing, and a powder room. The vanity in the powder room features a vanity that was built using salvaged wood and reclaimed bluestone sourced right on the property. Original, exposed timbers frame an expansive, two-story family room that leads, through classic French doors, to a new deck adjacent to the large, open backyard. On the second floor, salvaged barn doors lead to the master suite which features a bright bedroom and bath as well as a custom walk-in closet with his and hers areas separated by a black walnut island. In the master bath, hand-beaded boards surround a claw-foot tub, the perfect place to relax after a long day. In addition, the newly restored and renovated barn features a mid-level exercise studio and a children’s playroom that connects to the main house. From a derelict relic that was slated for demolition to a warmly inviting and beautifully utilitarian living space, this barn has undergone an almost magical transformation to become a beautiful addition and asset to this stately home.

Kitchen - cottage l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen idea in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, blue backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a huge mountain style backyard concrete patio design with a fire pit and a roof extension

Mid-sized trendy two-car garage photo in Los Angeles

David Heald
Inspiration for a farmhouse landscaping in New York.

16'x32' Dynasty NBS package with 12'x16' Pressure Treated Deck with Azek decking boards and steps.
Inspiration for a timeless pool remodel in Manchester

During the initial design consultation, the clients expressed their dream to install a pool, but knew they did not have the room to do so. As discussions continued, the idea came about for a water feature that was functional and beautiful, and would allow the homeowners a place to soak and relax, even in winter.

Inspiration for a modern backyard hot tub remodel in Toronto with decking

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional drought-tolerant and full sun front yard concrete paver landscaping in Los Angeles for summer.

Photos by SpaceCrafting
Victorian gray two-story wood exterior home idea in Minneapolis

Ryan Galvin at ryangarvinphotography.com This is a ground up custom home build in eastside Costa Mesa across street from Newport Beach in 2014. It features 10 feet ceiling, Subzero, Wolf appliances, Restoration Hardware lighting fixture, Altman plumbing fixture, Emtek hardware, European hard wood windows, wood windows. The California room is so designed to be part of the great room as well as part of the master suite.

Gregg Willett Photography
Freestanding bathtub - traditional subway tile freestanding bathtub idea in San Francisco

Caesarstone Stone Grey
Large trendy master gray tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and beige floor freestanding bathtub photo in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door and gray countertops

Tuscan wine cellar photo in San Diego with yellow walls

This 7,900-square-foot Italian-inspired Mediterranean estate in Grand Islands at Seven Oaks, Bakersfield, features graceful arches, natural materials, custom wrought-iron details, sculptural stairwork, and integrated water features. Designed for elegant California living, the custom home combines grand entertaining spaces, private retreats, a home theater, and seamless indoor-outdoor connections with enduring Mediterranean craftsmanship and architectural character.