This cottage garden planting has been renovated with tall annuals of dahlias, sunflowers, delphiniums bordered by French marigolds and alyssum. The primary color scheme in the garden is blue and yellow.

Mediterranean exterior home idea in San Francisco

Inspiration for a transitional dark wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in San Francisco with gray walls and a standard fireplace

Example of a mid-sized zen brown one-story mixed siding gable roof design

Eggplants thrive in terra-cotta pots. Photo by Steve Masley.
Photo of a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.

Susie Brenner Photography
Mid-sized transitional dark wood floor living room photo in Denver with a music area, gray walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and no tv

This contemporary home was designed with cues from Prairie and Usonian styles. Open clerestory living on the main floor was accomplished with a hybrid of wood frame construction and structural steel moment frames. Home Features: 2 Custom fireplaces Full Interior Design Suspended staircase Bridge approach to front door

This contemporary home was designed with cues from Prairie and Usonian styles. Open clerestory living on the main floor was accomplished with a hybrid of wood frame construction and structural steel moment frames. Home Features: 2 Custom fireplaces Full Interior Design Suspended staircase Bridge approach to front door

Werner Straube
Eat-in kitchen - contemporary galley dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Located in Argyle, Texas, this comprehensive whole-home renovation was conceived by USI Design & Remodeling who reimagined the home's interior architecture, transforming a collection of compartmentalized rooms into a cohesive environment designed for modern living, entertaining, and daily comfort. The project encompassed the kitchen, family room, dining room, lounge, office, primary bathroom, and supporting circulation spaces, creating a unified experience that feels both expansive and intentional. Throughout the home, refined materials, custom millwork, and carefully curated finishes establish a sense of understated luxury while maintaining warmth and livability. At the heart of the renovation is a completely reconfigured kitchen and gathering space designed around functionality, hospitality, and visual connection. Architectural barriers were removed to improve sightlines and circulation, allowing the kitchen, dining, and family spaces to function as a single integrated living environment. A dramatic five-foot workstation sink anchors the kitchen, while custom cabinetry and furniture-inspired details elevate the space beyond conventional residential design. Adjacent to the kitchen, the former pantry, laundry, and service corridor were reimagined as a hybrid scullery and utility suite, creating a highly functional support space that discreetly accommodates food preparation, storage, organization, and household operations without compromising the elegance of the primary living areas. The renovation extends beyond aesthetics to create a home tailored to the family's evolving needs. The primary bathroom was transformed into a spa-inspired retreat, while the lounge, office, and dining spaces were redesigned to support both everyday living and entertaining. Consistent architectural detailing, layered textures, and thoughtful proportions establish continuity throughout the residence, allowing each room to feel connected to the larger design narrative. The result is a sophisticated yet approachable home that balances practical performance with timeless design, delivering a renewed living experience that is both highly functional and distinctly luxurious.

Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in New York

This contemporary home was designed with cues from Prairie and Usonian styles. Open clerestory living on the main floor was accomplished with a hybrid of wood frame construction and structural steel moment frames. Home Features: 2 Custom fireplaces Full Interior Design Suspended staircase Bridge approach to front door

This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

Birds Hill Rustic is a custom residential project located in the beautiful acreage setting of Birds Hill, Manitoba. The home is engineered as a highly efficient hybrid timber frame residence, demonstrating how structural pragmatism can meet luxury design. The architecture strategically utilizes stunning, exposed heavy timber framing in the primary living spaces—delivering maximum architectural impact, soaring volume, and warmth exactly where the family gathers. Meanwhile, secondary areas utilize conventional framing. This hybrid approach perfectly balances budget and breathtaking craftsmanship, allowing the homeowners to experience the distinct character and permanence of a timber frame without the requirement of a full-structure build.

Birds Hill Rustic is a custom residential project located in the beautiful acreage setting of Birds Hill, Manitoba. The home is engineered as a highly efficient hybrid timber frame residence, demonstrating how structural pragmatism can meet luxury design. The architecture strategically utilizes stunning, exposed heavy timber framing in the primary living spaces—delivering maximum architectural impact, soaring volume, and warmth exactly where the family gathers. Meanwhile, secondary areas utilize conventional framing. This hybrid approach perfectly balances budget and breathtaking craftsmanship, allowing the homeowners to experience the distinct character and permanence of a timber frame without the requirement of a full-structure build.

Birds Hill Rustic is a custom residential project located in the beautiful acreage setting of Birds Hill, Manitoba. The home is engineered as a highly efficient hybrid timber frame residence, demonstrating how structural pragmatism can meet luxury design. The architecture strategically utilizes stunning, exposed heavy timber framing in the primary living spaces—delivering maximum architectural impact, soaring volume, and warmth exactly where the family gathers. Meanwhile, secondary areas utilize conventional framing. This hybrid approach perfectly balances budget and breathtaking craftsmanship, allowing the homeowners to experience the distinct character and permanence of a timber frame without the requirement of a full-structure build.

Birds Hill Rustic is a custom residential project located in the beautiful acreage setting of Birds Hill, Manitoba. The home is engineered as a highly efficient hybrid timber frame residence, demonstrating how structural pragmatism can meet luxury design. The architecture strategically utilizes stunning, exposed heavy timber framing in the primary living spaces—delivering maximum architectural impact, soaring volume, and warmth exactly where the family gathers. Meanwhile, secondary areas utilize conventional framing. This hybrid approach perfectly balances budget and breathtaking craftsmanship, allowing the homeowners to experience the distinct character and permanence of a timber frame without the requirement of a full-structure build.

The existing swimming pool severely limited the depth of the new deck space, but did not stop us from spanning the deck the whole width of the house. The landscaping has a minimalistic approach so it doesn't overwhelm and softens the hardscapes at the same time.

This contemporary home was designed with cues from Prairie and Usonian styles. Open clerestory living on the main floor was accomplished with a hybrid of wood frame construction and structural steel moment frames. Home Features: 2 Custom fireplaces Full Interior Design Suspended staircase Bridge approach to front door