Ipe decking surrounds the sunken tub. The room features charcoal gray Milestone walls and floors. Beyond is a shower with full-height windows. (Benjamin Benschneider / The Seattle Times)

Christopher Stark
Small trendy built-in desk medium tone wood floor home office photo in San Francisco with green walls

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Set upon an oversized and highly sought-after creekside lot in Brentwood, this ​two story home and full guest home exude a casual, contemporary farmhouse style and vibe. The main residence boasts 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, each ensuite with thoughtful touches that accentuate the home’s overall classic finishes. The master retreat opens to a large balcony overlooking the yard accented by mature bamboo and palms. Other features of the main house include European white oak floors, recessed lighting, built in speaker system, attached 2-car garage and a laundry room with 2 sets of state-of-the-art Samsung washers and dryers. The bedroom suite on the first floor enjoys its own entrance, making it ideal for guests. The open concept kitchen features Calacatta marble countertops, Wolf appliances, wine storage, dual sinks and dishwashers and a walk-in butler’s pantry. The loggia is accessed via La Cantina bi-fold doors that fully open for year-round alfresco dining on the terrace, complete with an outdoor fireplace. The wonderfully imagined yard contains a sparkling pool and spa and a crisp green lawn and lovely deck and patio areas. Step down further to find the detached guest home, which was recognized with a Decade Honor Award by the Los Angeles Chapter of the AIA in 2006, and, in fact, was a frequent haunt of Frank Gehry who inspired its cubist design. The guest house has a bedroom and bathroom, living area, a newly updated kitchen and is surrounded by lush landscaping that maximizes its creekside setting, creating a truly serene oasis.

Pebble Beach Powder Room. Photographer: John Merkl
Inspiration for a small coastal beige floor and travertine floor powder room remodel in San Luis Obispo with distressed cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink, open cabinets and white countertops

Two guest bedrooms continue the villa's pale pallet, accented by bursts of sparkle and glam that reveal their energetic, though soft, personality. A Bonisolli Photography

kyle caldwell
Example of a farmhouse medium tone wood floor kitchen design in Boston with an island, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and gray countertops

Rebecca Lehde, Inspiro 8
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Small space living solutions are used throughout this contemporary 596 square foot tiny house. Adjustable height table in the entry area serves as both a coffee table for socializing and as a dining table for eating. Curved banquette is upholstered in outdoor fabric for durability and maximizes space with hidden storage underneath the seat. Kitchen island has a retractable countertop for additional seating while the living area conceals a work desk and media center behind sliding shoji screens. Calming tones of sand and deep ocean blue fill the tiny bedroom downstairs. Glowing bedside sconces utilize wall-mounting and swing arms to conserve bedside space and maximize flexibility.

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Dominic Arizona Bonuccelli
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Deck at dusk. Photo by Clark Dugger
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This loft bed is a perfect way to utilize space in this fun kids room. The area below is intended for a future desk.
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Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Chicago with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

James Alfred Photography
Example of a small cottage dark wood floor kitchen design in Vancouver with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, wood countertops and stainless steel appliances

Toward the rear of the house interior spaces look into the outdoor spaces, connecting them through views. The interior kitchen has a visual connection with the outdoor dining area leading people into the shaded outdoor spaces. Robin Hill

Stunning water views surround this chic and comfortable porch with limestone floor, fieldstone fireplace, chocolate brown wicker and custom made upholstery. Photo by Durston Saylor

Large cottage l-shaped concrete floor open concept kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, paneled appliances and an island

Nat Rea
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