Inspiration for a transitional gray tile gray floor and double-sink wet room remodel in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, an undermount tub, white walls, an undermount sink, gray countertops, a niche and a built-in vanity

Hulya Kolabas
Mid-sized transitional three-story brick townhouse exterior idea in New York

This Boulder, Colorado remodel by fuentesdesign demonstrates the possibility of renewal in American suburbs, and Passive House design principles. Once an inefficient single story 1,000 square-foot ranch house with a forced air furnace, has been transformed into a two-story, solar powered 2500 square-foot three bedroom home ready for the next generation. The new design for the home is modern with a sustainable theme, incorporating a palette of natural materials including; reclaimed wood finishes, FSC-certified pine Zola windows and doors, and natural earth and lime plasters that soften the interior and crisp contemporary exterior with a flavor of the west. A Ninety-percent efficient energy recovery fresh air ventilation system provides constant filtered fresh air to every room. The existing interior brick was removed and replaced with insulation. The remaining heating and cooling loads are easily met with the highest degree of comfort via a mini-split heat pump, the peak heat load has been cut by a factor of 4, despite the house doubling in size. During the coldest part of the Colorado winter, a wood stove for ambiance and low carbon back up heat creates a special place in both the living and kitchen area, and upstairs loft. This ultra energy efficient home relies on extremely high levels of insulation, air-tight detailing and construction, and the implementation of high performance, custom made European windows and doors by Zola Windows. Zola’s ThermoPlus Clad line, which boasts R-11 triple glazing and is thermally broken with a layer of patented German Purenit®, was selected for the project. These windows also provide a seamless indoor/outdoor connection, with 9′ wide folding doors from the dining area and a matching 9′ wide custom countertop folding window that opens the kitchen up to a grassy court where mature trees provide shade and extend the living space during the summer months. With air-tight construction, this home meets the Passive House Retrofit (EnerPHit) air-tightness standard of

Passive House is a model for low-energy, high-quality living, and the Lake Bluff Passive House achieves it with contemporary style. With non-toxic construction and finish materials and a continuous energy-recovery-ventilation system, indoor air quality will be optimized; with efficient lighting, appliances, and mechanical systems along with a super-insulated envelope, comfort is ensured along with low energy consumption. Low-flow water fixtures with a demand-controlled hot water recirculation system keep water use and energy low. The interior features an aging-in-place ground floor bedroom suite, sophisticated handling of natural light, and a feature stair built of reclaimed oak timbers.

Lancaster model kitchen and morning room
Arts and crafts kitchen photo in DC Metro

Some spaces are best understood before and after. Our Carytown Kitchen project demonstrates how a small space can be transformed for minimal expense. First and foremost was maximizing space. With only 9 sf of built-in counter space we understood these work surfaces needed to be kept free of small appliances and clutter - and that meant extra storage. The introduction of high wall cabinets provides much needed storage for occasional use equipment and helps keep everything dust-free in the process. Photograph by Stephen Barling.

Vertical grain wood laminate provides a modern look for this his and hers vanity. The black and gold accents add contrast to the light to mid tones of grey, within the room.

Wet bar - transitional single-wall light wood floor wet bar idea with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, mirror backsplash and white countertops

Large trendy master light wood floor bedroom photo in Dallas with white walls and no fireplace

студия TS Design | Тарас Безруков и Стас Самкович
Corner shower - contemporary 3/4 white tile porcelain tile and white floor corner shower idea in Moscow with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, beige walls, a vessel sink, solid surface countertops and a hinged shower door

Trendy 3/4 gray tile medium tone wood floor corner shower photo in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, an undermount sink and white cabinets

The second floor Jack-and-Jill bathroom shared between two bedrooms borrows light from the high ceilings of the adjacent vaulted space. The shower area is lit from above and washes the entire back wall with natural light in bathroom without any exterior windows. The etched glass shower panel becomes a luminous wall. Eric Reinholdt - Project Architect/Lead Designer with Elliott, Elliott, Norelius Architecture Photo: Brian Vanden Brink

Timber Block's Sonoma model is a best seller from Timber Block’s Contemporary Series. It features plenty of windows, the classic contemporary ‘flat’ roof and almost 15’ high ceilings in the common living area. On one floor, the Sonoma optimizes every square inch of space yet still feels open and airy. The private living quarters are tucked away on one side of the home and the living room, dining room and kitchen are open and inviting. A large pergola, accessible from 3 sides, adds an additional 240 square feet of outdoor living space. www.timberblock.com

Photo by KuDa Photography
Arts and crafts medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Portland with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

41 West Coastal Retreat Series reveals creative, fresh ideas, for a new look to define the casual beach lifestyle of Naples. More than a dozen custom variations and sizes are available to be built on your lot. From this spacious 3,000 square foot, 3 bedroom model, to larger 4 and 5 bedroom versions ranging from 3,500 - 10,000 square feet, including guest house options.

Photograph by Pete Sieger
Living room - farmhouse formal and open concept living room idea in Minneapolis

Photo's: Ric Stovall, Stovall Studio Architect: RMT Architects
Mountain style custom-shaped pool photo in Denver

This Boulder, Colorado remodel by fuentesdesign demonstrates the possibility of renewal in American suburbs, and Passive House design principles. Once an inefficient single story 1,000 square-foot ranch house with a forced air furnace, has been transformed into a two-story, solar powered 2500 square-foot three bedroom home ready for the next generation. The new design for the home is modern with a sustainable theme, incorporating a palette of natural materials including; reclaimed wood finishes, FSC-certified pine Zola windows and doors, and natural earth and lime plasters that soften the interior and crisp contemporary exterior with a flavor of the west. A Ninety-percent efficient energy recovery fresh air ventilation system provides constant filtered fresh air to every room. The existing interior brick was removed and replaced with insulation. The remaining heating and cooling loads are easily met with the highest degree of comfort via a mini-split heat pump, the peak heat load has been cut by a factor of 4, despite the house doubling in size. During the coldest part of the Colorado winter, a wood stove for ambiance and low carbon back up heat creates a special place in both the living and kitchen area, and upstairs loft. This ultra energy efficient home relies on extremely high levels of insulation, air-tight detailing and construction, and the implementation of high performance, custom made European windows and doors by Zola Windows. Zola’s ThermoPlus Clad line, which boasts R-11 triple glazing and is thermally broken with a layer of patented German Purenit®, was selected for the project. These windows also provide a seamless indoor/outdoor connection, with 9′ wide folding doors from the dining area and a matching 9′ wide custom countertop folding window that opens the kitchen up to a grassy court where mature trees provide shade and extend the living space during the summer months. With air-tight construction, this home meets the Passive House Retrofit (EnerPHit) air-tightness standard of

Amber Frederiksen
Beach style living room photo in Miami