Search results for "Human touch" in Home Design Ideas

The ShopBoxes grew from a homeowner’s wish to craft a small complex of living spaces on a large wooded lot. Smash designed two structures for living and working, each built by the crafty, hands-on homeowner. Balancing a need for modern quality with a human touch, the sharp geometry of the structures contrasts with warmer and handmade materials and finishes, applied directly by the homeowner/builder. The result blends two aesthetics into very dynamic spaces, staked out as individual sculptures in a private park.
Design by Smash Design Build and Owner (private)
Construction by Owner (private)

Bedroom - mid-sized transitional master carpeted bedroom idea in New York with a standard fireplace, beige walls and a wood fireplace surround

This 400 s.f. studio apartment in NYC’s Greenwich Village serves as a pied-a-terre
for clients whose primary residence is on the West Coast.
Although the clients do not reside here full-time, this tiny space accommodates
all the creature comforts of home.
Bleached hardwood floors, crisp white walls, and high ceilings are the backdrop to
a custom blackened steel and glass partition, layered with raw silk sheer draperies,
to create a private sleeping area, replete with custom built-in closets.
Simple headboard and crisp linens are balanced with a lightly-metallic glazed
duvet and a vintage textile pillow.
The living space boasts a custom Belgian linen sectional sofa that pulls out into a
full-size bed for the couple’s young children who sometimes accompany them.
Efficient and inexpensive dining furniture sits comfortably in the main living space
and lends clean, Scandinavian functionality for sharing meals. The sculptural
handcrafted metal ceiling mobile offsets the architecture’s clean lines, defining the
space while accentuating the tall ceilings.
The kitchenette combines custom cool grey lacquered cabinets with brass fittings,
white beveled subway tile, and a warm brushed brass backsplash; an antique
Boucherouite runner and textural woven stools that pull up to the kitchen’s
coffee counter punctuate the clean palette with warmth and the human scale.
The under-counter freezer and refrigerator, along with the 18” dishwasher, are all
panelled to match the cabinets, and open shelving to the ceiling maximizes the
feeling of the space’s volume.
The entry closet doubles as home for a combination washer/dryer unit.
The custom bathroom vanity, with open brass legs sitting against floor-to-ceiling
marble subway tile, boasts a honed gray marble countertop, with an undermount
sink offset to maximize precious counter space and highlight a pendant light. A
tall narrow cabinet combines closed and open storage, and a recessed mirrored
medicine cabinet conceals additional necessaries.
The stand-up shower is kept minimal, with simple white beveled subway tile and
frameless glass doors, and is large enough to host a teak and stainless bench for
comfort; black sink and bath fittings ground the otherwise light palette.
What had been a generic studio apartment became a rich landscape for living.
Find the right local pro for your project

Ronda Batchelor's laundry room is supper efficent now. She took used cabinets and spray painted them gray, faux painted a second hand countertop to create a folding table. Dirty clothes bins tuck neatly underneath.

This photo captures the welcoming entryway of the Renovation/Additions in Northern New Mexico project by Gayla Bechtol Architect:
Handcrafted details: The carved wood front door and exposed log columns emphasize craftsmanship rooted in regional traditions.
Stone foundation and steps: Locally sourced stone grounds the structure in its landscape, providing both durability and textural richness.
Stucco walls with bright accents: The warm adobe-toned plaster contrasts beautifully with the bold blue window trim, adding a touch of vibrancy.
Curved portal roofline: The sweeping porch roof softens the geometry and creates an inviting flow, blending protection with elegance.
Integration with site: Natural flagstone paving and native plantings transition seamlessly from the home to the garden, reinforcing the home’s dialogue with nature.
This entryway embodies the essence of Northern New Mexico architecture—rooted in place, handcrafted, and deeply connected to its environment.
Project by Gayla Bechtol

Catherine Tighe
Mid-sized trendy formal light wood floor living room photo in New York with gray walls, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv
Mid-sized trendy formal light wood floor living room photo in New York with gray walls, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Sponsored
Columbus, OH
Wannemacher Interiors
Customized Award-Winning Interior Design Solutions in Franklin Cnty OH

Example of a mountain style gray floor bathroom design in Other with medium tone wood cabinets, a vessel sink, wood countertops and brown countertops

Country white one-story exterior home idea in Milwaukee with a shingle roof

The 1,750-square foot Manhattan Beach bungalow is home to two humans and three dogs. Originally built in 1929, the bungalow had undergone various renovations that convoluted its original Moorish style. We gutted the home and completely updated both the interior and exterior. We opened the floor plan, rebuilt the ceiling with reclaimed hand-hewn oak beams and created hand-troweled plaster walls that mimicked the construction and look of the original walls. We also rebuilt the living room fireplace by hand, brick-by-brick, and replaced the generic roof tiles with antique handmade clay tiles.
We returned much of this 3-bed, 2-bath home to a more authentic aesthetic, while adding modern touches of luxury, like radiant-heated floors, bi-fold doors that open from the kitchen/dining area to a large deck, and a custom steam shower, with Moroccan-inspired tile and an antique mirror. The end result is evocative luxury in a compact space.

The 1,750-square foot Manhattan Beach bungalow is home to two humans and three dogs. Originally built in 1929, the bungalow had undergone various renovations that convoluted its original Moorish style. We gutted the home and completely updated both the interior and exterior. We opened the floor plan, rebuilt the ceiling with reclaimed hand-hewn oak beams and created hand-troweled plaster walls that mimicked the construction and look of the original walls. We also rebuilt the living room fireplace by hand, brick-by-brick, and replaced the generic roof tiles with antique handmade clay tiles.
We returned much of this 3-bed, 2-bath home to a more authentic aesthetic, while adding modern touches of luxury, like radiant-heated floors, bi-fold doors that open from the kitchen/dining area to a large deck, and a custom steam shower, with Moroccan-inspired tile and an antique mirror. The end result is evocative luxury in a compact space.

www.davidkingsburyphoto.com
For more information on this project please see: http://www.nerland.net/

Elevate your home's aesthetic with this chic and glamorous vanity setup, featuring a luxurious white faux fur stool with gold legs, a sleek gold-framed round mirror, and a sophisticated white vanity table with stylish gold pull drawers, perfect for a modern bedroom or dressing area.

Sponsored
Columbus, OH
Snider & Metcalf Interior Design, LTD
Leading Interior Designers in Columbus, Ohio & Ponte Vedra, Florida

Katie Johnson
Inspiration for a mid-sized southwestern formal and open concept living room remodel in Albuquerque with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace and a wall-mounted tv
Inspiration for a mid-sized southwestern formal and open concept living room remodel in Albuquerque with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Photos by Jeff Herr Photography
Transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Atlanta with wood countertops, an island, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances
Transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Atlanta with wood countertops, an island, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Dimension:
32"L X 16"D X 70"H
Whether coming or going, you're going to love the look and function of our Wickliffe Mahogany Wood Entryway Hall Tree with Shoe Storage!
An essential for an entry hall, foyer, or mudroom, this solid mahogany wood hall tree is designed to become home to everything you need for your day to day activities. Its streamlined silhouette is cohesive with a variety of decor styles, outfitted with four shoe cubbies, a bench, and three double hanging hooks that make room for draping jackets, scarves, purses, and more. In terms of function, this rustic hall tree does it all including providing a place to snap on your pup's leash, tie your sneakers, hang your hat, or drop off a heavy school backpack. The hall tree's flat top even offers a nice place to add a decorative touch with such accents as a chalkboard with welcoming greeting, chic lantern, potted plant, or even a stylish wicker basket for added storage.
This beautiful solid wood hall tree is full of heart! Its handcrafted construction is the fruit of labor wrought from old world woodworking tools and techniques. Such love and care is what makes it a beloved work of functional art that bursts with character. This robust build met with quality materials, is what places it on par with the world's most cherished heirlooms.
Special Features:
• 100% Handcrafted
• Solid wood construction
• Black metal hardware
• Four shoe cubbies
• Three double hanging hooks
• Built-in bench
Note: Our furniture is made of solid wood (not wood veneer over plywood). It is handcrafted by Master Artisans. Real wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike. Variations in solid wood grain patterns are to be expected and make each furniture uniquely beautiful, just like us humans.

The 1,750-square foot Manhattan Beach bungalow is home to two humans and three dogs. Originally built in 1929, the bungalow had undergone various renovations that convoluted its original Moorish style. We gutted the home and completely updated both the interior and exterior. We opened the floor plan, rebuilt the ceiling with reclaimed hand-hewn oak beams and created hand-troweled plaster walls that mimicked the construction and look of the original walls. We also rebuilt the living room fireplace by hand, brick-by-brick, and replaced the generic roof tiles with antique handmade clay tiles.
We returned much of this 3-bed, 2-bath home to a more authentic aesthetic, while adding modern touches of luxury, like radiant-heated floors, bi-fold doors that open from the kitchen/dining area to a large deck, and a custom steam shower, with Moroccan-inspired tile and an antique mirror. The end result is evocative luxury in a compact space.

Sponsored
Columbus, OH
Wannemacher Interiors
Customized Award-Winning Interior Design Solutions in Franklin Cnty OH

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2013 Houzz
Living room - eclectic open concept living room idea in New York with white walls
Living room - eclectic open concept living room idea in New York with white walls

Set in Montana's tranquil Shields River Valley, the Shilo Ranch Compound is a collection of structures that were specifically built on a relatively smaller scale, to maximize efficiency. The main house has two bedrooms, a living area, dining and kitchen, bath and adjacent greenhouse, while two guest homes within the compound can sleep a total of 12 friends and family. There's also a common gathering hall, for dinners, games, and time together. The overall feel here is of sophisticated simplicity, with plaster walls, concrete and wood floors, and weathered boards for exteriors. The placement of each building was considered closely when envisioning how people would move through the property, based on anticipated needs and interests. Sustainability and consumption was also taken into consideration, as evidenced by the photovoltaic panels on roof of the garage, and the capability to shut down any of the compound's buildings when not in use.

Dimension:
55" W X 18" D X 36" H
Abounding with rustic character and a decidedly simple silhouette, our El Dorado Mahogany Wood Gray Bedroom Dresser with 4 Drawers is a piece that astounds wherever it is used.
Whether for use in the master suite, a guest bedroom, or even a living room or den, the unusual and stunning design of this double dresser gives it a look that does not conform to the standard bedroom motif. Founded atop four squared legs, the piece is adorned with four ample drawers, each with a clean-lined profile. This is the perfect setup for accommodating pieces of your wardrobe, as well as beloved board games, spare linens, or other belongings. Atop these drawers are two open shelves that can be fitted with your decorative baskets or left open to store easy-to-grab accessories or essentials. The rectangular top is a sound platform in which to round off your distinctive decorator's touch, offering space to finish with personal artwork, a jewelry tree, or a stylish lamp among other things.
This solid wood dresser is a one-of-a-kind work of Old World artistry, impeccably handcrafted for lasting beauty. A gray finish provides an elegant touch that still reveals the ornate work of grains that weave throughout the piece in organic accord. Let the look of this mahogany wood dresser ground your bedroom, and pair with other works in the collection including our Armoire, Nightstand, and Platform Bed.
Special Features:
• 100% Handcrafted
• Made of solid mahogany wood
• Gray palette
• Sleek black metal hardware
• 2 Open shelves
• 4 Drawers
• Part of the El Dorado Collection
Note: Real wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike. Variations in solid wood grain patterns are to be expected and make each furniture uniquely beautiful, just like us humans.
2
