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This cozy lake cottage skillfully incorporates a number of features that would normally be restricted to a larger home design. A glance of the exterior reveals a simple story and a half gable running the length of the home, enveloping the majority of the interior spaces. To the rear, a pair of gables with copper roofing flanks a covered dining area that connects to a screened porch. Inside, a linear foyer reveals a generous staircase with cascading landing. Further back, a centrally placed kitchen is connected to all of the other main level entertaining spaces through expansive cased openings. A private study serves as the perfect buffer between the homes master suite and living room. Despite its small footprint, the master suite manages to incorporate several closets, built-ins, and adjacent master bath complete with a soaker tub flanked by separate enclosures for shower and water closet. Upstairs, a generous double vanity bathroom is shared by a bunkroom, exercise space, and private bedroom. The bunkroom is configured to provide sleeping accommodations for up to 4 people. The rear facing exercise has great views of the rear yard through a set of windows that overlook the copper roof of the screened porch below.
Builder: DeVries & Onderlinde Builders
Interior Designer: Vision Interiors by Visbeen
Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography

This site hosted a 1850s Farmhouse and 1920s Cottage. Newly renovated, they make for excellent guest cottages with fun living spaces!
Inspiration for a small coastal 3/4 white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor alcove bathtub remodel in Grand Rapids with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops and gray walls
Inspiration for a small coastal 3/4 white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor alcove bathtub remodel in Grand Rapids with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops and gray walls
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Enclosed dining room - small cottage enclosed dark wood floor and brown floor enclosed dining room idea in San Diego with no tv and white walls

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons, Inc. - Architect: Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd. - Interior Design: Martha O’Hara Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography

Green View
This is an example of a traditional shade front yard landscaping in Chicago.
This is an example of a traditional shade front yard landscaping in Chicago.

Creating a space to entertain was the top priority in this Mukwonago kitchen remodel. The homeowners wanted seating and counter space for hosting parties and watching sports. By opening the dining room wall, we extended the kitchen area. We added an island and custom designed furniture-style bar cabinet with retractable pocket doors. A new awning window overlooks the backyard and brings in natural light. Many in-cabinet storage features keep this kitchen neat and organized.
Bar Cabinet
The furniture-style bar cabinet has retractable pocket doors and a drop-in quartz counter. The homeowners can entertain in style, leaving the doors open during parties. Guests can grab a glass of wine or make a cocktail right in the cabinet.
Outlet Strips
Outlet strips on the island and peninsula keeps the end panels of the island and peninsula clean. The outlet strips also gives them options for plugging in appliances during parties.
Modern Farmhouse Design
The design of this kitchen is modern farmhouse. The materials, patterns, color and texture define this space. We used shades of golds and grays in the cabinetry, backsplash and hardware. The chevron backsplash and shiplap island adds visual interest.
Custom Cabinetry
This kitchen features frameless custom cabinets with light rail molding. It’s designed to hide the under cabinet lighting and angled plug molding. Putting the outlets under the cabinets keeps the backsplash uninterrupted.
Storage Features
Efficient storage and organization was important to these homeowners.
We opted for deep drawers to allow for easy access to stacks of dishes and bowls.
Under the cooktop, we used custom drawer heights to meet the homeowners’ storage needs.
A third drawer was added next to the spice drawer rollout.
Narrow pullout cabinets on either side of the cooktop for spices and oils.
The pantry rollout by the double oven rotates 90 degrees.
Other Updates
Staircase – We updated the staircase with a barn wood newel post and matte black balusters
Fireplace – We whitewashed the fireplace and added a barn wood mantel and pilasters.

Don Pearse Photographer
Inspiration for a farmhouse dining room remodel in Philadelphia with white walls
Inspiration for a farmhouse dining room remodel in Philadelphia with white walls

Porcelain tile with wood grain
4" canned recessed lighting
Kerf frameless doors
open-concept
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Living room - huge contemporary formal and open concept porcelain tile and white floor living room idea in Los Angeles with white walls
Living room - huge contemporary formal and open concept porcelain tile and white floor living room idea in Los Angeles with white walls

Architecture by Anders Lasater Architects. Interior Design and Landscape Design by Exotica Design Group. Photos by Jeri Koegel.
Large 1950s concrete floor front door photo in Orange County with a medium wood front door
Large 1950s concrete floor front door photo in Orange County with a medium wood front door

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

Nate Fischer Interior Design
Large elegant freestanding desk dark wood floor home office photo in Orange County with gray walls
Large elegant freestanding desk dark wood floor home office photo in Orange County with gray walls

These updated recliners in a soft blue bring out the tones in the distressed wood wall hanging.
Example of a classic family room design in Philadelphia
Example of a classic family room design in Philadelphia

Landmark Photography
Large transitional l-shaped slate floor seated home bar photo in Minneapolis with solid surface countertops, gray backsplash and gray countertops
Large transitional l-shaped slate floor seated home bar photo in Minneapolis with solid surface countertops, gray backsplash and gray countertops

The classic style covered cabana sits poolside and houses an impressive, outdoor, stacked stone, wood burning fireplace with wood storage, mounted tv, a vaulted tongue and groove ceiling and an outdoor living room perfect for hosting family and friends.

Banquette dining + kitchen (open to Great Room)
Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com
Cottage dark wood floor and brown floor great room photo in Nashville with white walls
Cottage dark wood floor and brown floor great room photo in Nashville with white walls
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