Photo: Nanette Wong © 2014 Houzz
Example of a small eclectic master medium tone wood floor bedroom design in San Francisco with white walls

Small transitional women's carpeted reach-in closet photo in Denver with raised-panel cabinets and white cabinets

Example of an arts and crafts backyard patio design in Charlotte with an awning

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Inspiration for a coastal medium tone wood floor wine cellar remodel in Orange County

Breakfast nook - eclectic medium tone wood floor, brown floor and wallpaper breakfast nook idea in New York with multicolored walls

Transitional blue tile and mosaic tile single-sink bathroom photo in San Francisco with medium tone wood cabinets, beige walls, marble countertops, white countertops, a niche and a freestanding vanity

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AV Architects + Builders Location: Great Falls, VA, USA Our modern farm style home design was exactly what our clients were looking for. They had the charm and the landscape they wanted, but needed a boost to help accommodate a family of four. Our design saw us tear down their existing garage and transform the space into an entertaining family friendly kitchen. This addition moved the entry of the home to the other side and switched the view of the kitchen on the side of the home with more natural light. As for the ceilings, we went ahead and changed the traditional 7’8” ceilings to a 9’4” ceiling. Our decision to approach this home with smart design resulted in removing the existing stick frame roof and replacing it with engineered trusses to have a higher and wider roof, which allowed for the open plan to be implemented without the use of supporting beams. And once the finished product was complete, our clients had a home that doubled in space and created many more opportunities for entertaining and relaxing in style. Stacy Zarin Photography

Giant Hyssop and lilies surround this copper mailbox. Alan & Linda Detrick Photography
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Example of a small transitional kids' white tile and subway tile porcelain tile, blue floor and single-sink bathroom design in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, white countertops and a built-in vanity

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Example of a transitional home design design in Seattle

Large beach style dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, an undermount sink, marble countertops, gray backsplash and marble backsplash

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How do you expand an L shaped Eichler with the challenge of extending a long dark entry? Klopf Architecture's solution, to design a light filled atrium in the hallway to open up the bedroom expansion with green plants, sky lights and a glass wall. Not to mention the thoughtfulness of a blind door with wood siding similar to the rest of the home. Klopf Architecture Project Team: John Klopf, AIA, Geoff Campen, Jeffrey Prose, and Angela Todorova Contractor: William Lowe Construction Photography ©2013 Mariko Reed Location: Palo Alto, CA Year completed: 2013

Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz Inc. A massive range setup anchors the open-plan kitchen. All pieces are by Viking, including the commercial-grade vent hood complete with warming lights and shelving. Jennifer and Raymond had found it at an estate sale during the time that they were building their home. They bought it for a song, and years later were shocked when they had it appraised. "This is by far one of the best scores I have ever come across!" Jennifer exclaims. While the openness of the space works perfectly with the couple's lifestyle, there are changes ahead for surfaces and cabinetry. "Because of the color palette in the house, it no longer works with anything else," Jennifer explains. "It's only 14 years old, but time has changed and its time is up!" Range and vent hood: Viking; refrigerator: Sub Zero; cabinetry: Ikea Photo: Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz