Living room - contemporary open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room idea in Salt Lake City with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

For this project, the entire kitchen was designed around the “must-have” Lacanche range in the stunning French Blue with brass trim. That was the client’s dream and everything had to be built to complement it. Bilotta senior designer, Randy O’Kane, CKD worked with Paul Benowitz and Dipti Shah of Benowitz Shah Architects to contemporize the kitchen while staying true to the original house which was designed in 1928 by regionally noted architect Franklin P. Hammond. The clients purchased the home over two years ago from the original owner. While the house has a magnificent architectural presence from the street, the basic systems, appointments, and most importantly, the layout and flow were inappropriately suited to contemporary living. The new plan removed an outdated screened porch at the rear which was replaced with the new family room and moved the kitchen from a dark corner in the front of the house to the center. The visual connection from the kitchen through the family room is dramatic and gives direct access to the rear yard and patio. It was important that the island separating the kitchen from the family room have ample space to the left and right to facilitate traffic patterns, and interaction among family members. Hence vertical kitchen elements were placed primarily on existing interior walls. The cabinetry used was Bilotta’s private label, the Bilotta Collection – they selected beautiful, dramatic, yet subdued finishes for the meticulously handcrafted cabinetry. The double islands allow for the busy family to have a space for everything – the island closer to the range has seating and makes a perfect space for doing homework or crafts, or having breakfast or snacks. The second island has ample space for storage and books and acts as a staging area from the kitchen to the dinner table. The kitchen perimeter and both islands are painted in Benjamin Moore’s Paper White. The wall cabinets flanking the sink have wire mesh fronts in a statuary bronze – the insides of these cabinets are painted blue to match the range. The breakfast room cabinetry is Benjamin Moore’s Lampblack with the interiors of the glass cabinets painted in Paper White to match the kitchen. All countertops are Vermont White Quartzite from Eastern Stone. The backsplash is Artistic Tile’s Kyoto White and Kyoto Steel. The fireclay apron-front main sink is from Rohl while the smaller prep sink is from Linkasink. All faucets are from Waterstone in their antique pewter finish. The brass hardware is from Armac Martin and the pendants above the center island are from Circa Lighting. The appliances, aside from the range, are a mix of Sub-Zero, Thermador and Bosch with panels on everything.

This was a full gut an renovation. The existing kitchen had very dated cabinets and didn't function well for the clients. A previous desk area was turned into hidden cabinetry to house the microwave and larger appliances and to keep the countertops clutter free. The original pendants were about 4" wide and were inappropriate for the large island. They were replaced with larger, brighter and more sophisticated pendants. The use of panel ready appliances with large matte black hardware made gave this a clean and sophisticated look. Mosaic tile was installed from the countertop to the ceiling and wall sconces were installed over the kitchen window. A different tile was used in the bar area which has a beverage refrigerator and an ice machine and floating shelves. The cabinetry in this area also includes a pullout drawer for dog food.

Living room - mid-sized eclectic formal and enclosed carpeted and beige floor living room idea in Houston with white walls

MyRecipes & RL networks Search Coastal Living.com Homes » Decorating » 50 Comfy Cottage Rooms 50 Comfy Cottage Rooms Develop your coastal cottage’s style by following these simple tricks. Text size: A A A Photographer Lisa Romerein , Writer Perry Del Favero « 21 of 51 » View all Serene Living Space An extra-large cushioned space for lounging adds a quiet elegance to this simplistic living area. Organic extras such as the driftwood coffee table and decorative beach stones have a natural coastal charm. Next Simplistic Master Bedroom Previous Slide Well Traveled 21 of 51 Related Features COMMENTS (1-5 of 36) Add comment Susan Tue 8/24/10 01:20 PM Does anyone know what month Picture #40-Kitchen Flair was shown? I am interested in the stools and sometimes furniture info is contained in the back pages. Kate Tue 8/24/10 01:41 AM I'm so jealous of these gorgeous rooms! I like the budget friendly design tips like in #4. Sue Tue 8/24/10 12:05 AM Slide 21 Serene Living Space - I'm looking for the white Bed? Platform? with the cushion and pillows. Any idea? Susie Mon 8/23/10 06:45 PM I also would like the name of the sectional sofa on page 117 the maker and how to order. Thanks Mary Mon 8/23/10 05:18 PM I am interested in getting the name of the manufacturer of the sectional sofa featured on page 117 "50 Comfy Cottage Rooms" in the Sept 2010 issue. Read All Comments (47) Add your comment The rules: Keep it clean, and stay on the subject or we might delete your comment. If you see inappropriate language, e-mail us . An asterisk * indicates a required field. Your Name Your Comment * 2000 characters remaining Coastal Living > To Go Add Coastal Living to : My Yahoo! My Google My MSN My AOL My Netvibes Advertisement Most Popular > Coastal Living 1 50 Comfy Cottage Rooms Develop your coastal cottage’s style by following these simple tricks. 2 3 4 5 Coastal Living A Integrated Solutions Site Our Network of Sites Copyright © 2010 Time Inc. Lifestyle Group. All Rights Reserved.

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Powder room - mid-sized eclectic blue tile concrete floor powder room idea in DC Metro with a console sink, dark wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet and black walls

Architect: Blaine Bonadies, Bonadies Architect Photography By: Jean Allsopp Photography “Just as described, there is an edgy, irreverent vibe here, but the result has an appropriate stature and seriousness. Love the overscale windows. And the outdoor spaces are so great.” Situated atop an old Civil War battle site, this new residence was conceived for a couple with southern values and a rock-and-roll attitude. The project consists of a house, a pool with a pool house and a renovated music studio. A marriage of modern and traditional design, this project used a combination of California redwood siding, stone and a slate roof with flat-seam lead overhangs. Intimate and well planned, there is no space wasted in this home. The execution of the detail work, such as handmade railings, metal awnings and custom windows jambs, made this project mesmerizing. Cues from the client and how they use their space helped inspire and develop the initial floor plan, making it live at a human scale but with dramatic elements. Their varying taste then inspired the theme of traditional with an edge. The lines and rhythm of the house were simplified, and then complemented with some key details that made the house a juxtaposition of styles. The wood Ultimate Casement windows were all standard sizes. However, there was a desire to make the windows have a “deep pocket” look to create a break in the facade and add a dramatic shadow line. Marvin was able to customize the jambs by extruding them to the exterior. They added a very thin exterior profile, which negated the need for exterior casing. The same detail was in the stone veneers and walls, as well as the horizontal siding walls, with no need for any modification. This resulted in a very sleek look. MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Ultimate Casement Window

Moving the washer/dryer out of the kitchen into their own space was not a difficult decision. Meeting all of the programmatic requirements of this new room was a little trickier. Designing enough room to be able to wash the dogs and water houseplants, as well as folding laundry in a small space was solved by providing a removable countertop. When the counter is needed, the two pieces easily slide in place and they are pulled out of the way when the water is needed. When the dogs get a shower, the handspray works best, but for the plants the swing-arm potfiller serves optimally. The client had been saving these 19th century English transferware tiles for just such a project. The mahogany countertop, antique drying rack, windows and built-ins, and exquisite tile work make this a stunning room to do your laundry. Renovation/Addition. Rob Karosis Photography

This was a full gut an renovation. The existing kitchen had very dated cabinets and didn't function well for the clients. A previous desk area was turned into hidden cabinetry to house the microwave and larger appliances and to keep the countertops clutter free. The original pendants were about 4" wide and were inappropriate for the large island. They were replaced with larger, brighter and more sophisticated pendants. The use of panel ready appliances with large matte black hardware made gave this a clean and sophisticated look. Mosaic tile was installed from the countertop to the ceiling and wall sconces were installed over the kitchen window. A different tile was used in the bar area which has a beverage refrigerator and an ice machine and floating shelves. The cabinetry in this area also includes a pullout drawer for dog food.

For this project, the entire kitchen was designed around the “must-have” Lacanche range in the stunning French Blue with brass trim. That was the client’s dream and everything had to be built to complement it. Bilotta senior designer, Randy O’Kane, CKD worked with Paul Benowitz and Dipti Shah of Benowitz Shah Architects to contemporize the kitchen while staying true to the original house which was designed in 1928 by regionally noted architect Franklin P. Hammond. The clients purchased the home over two years ago from the original owner. While the house has a magnificent architectural presence from the street, the basic systems, appointments, and most importantly, the layout and flow were inappropriately suited to contemporary living. The new plan removed an outdated screened porch at the rear which was replaced with the new family room and moved the kitchen from a dark corner in the front of the house to the center. The visual connection from the kitchen through the family room is dramatic and gives direct access to the rear yard and patio. It was important that the island separating the kitchen from the family room have ample space to the left and right to facilitate traffic patterns, and interaction among family members. Hence vertical kitchen elements were placed primarily on existing interior walls. The cabinetry used was Bilotta’s private label, the Bilotta Collection – they selected beautiful, dramatic, yet subdued finishes for the meticulously handcrafted cabinetry. The double islands allow for the busy family to have a space for everything – the island closer to the range has seating and makes a perfect space for doing homework or crafts, or having breakfast or snacks. The second island has ample space for storage and books and acts as a staging area from the kitchen to the dinner table. The kitchen perimeter and both islands are painted in Benjamin Moore’s Paper White. The wall cabinets flanking the sink have wire mesh fronts in a statuary bronze – the insides of these cabinets are painted blue to match the range. The breakfast room cabinetry is Benjamin Moore’s Lampblack with the interiors of the glass cabinets painted in Paper White to match the kitchen. All countertops are Vermont White Quartzite from Eastern Stone. The backsplash is Artistic Tile’s Kyoto White and Kyoto Steel. The fireclay apron-front main sink is from Rohl while the smaller prep sink is from Linkasink. All faucets are from Waterstone in their antique pewter finish. The brass hardware is from Armac Martin and the pendants above the center island are from Circa Lighting. The appliances, aside from the range, are a mix of Sub-Zero, Thermador and Bosch with panels on everything.

Guests can find several conversation opportunities within this backyard. Enjoy a relaxing, intimate conversation on the couch, or warm yourselves by the fire as the children play in the pool.

Example of a trendy medium tone wood floor dining room design in Seattle with white walls

Decorative Iron work, Custom Hand Forged Iron screens were used as room divider screens between the Living room and Dining room of this luxury Southern California home. Geometric shapes combine to create a subtle yet striking division between the rooms. Set on top of custom cabinetry, the screens stand 10' off the ground allowing the viewer a subtly look from room to room while creating a sense of privacy within the space. When Iron work in a home has traditionally been reserved for Spanish or Tuscan style homes, Interior Designer Rebecca Robeson finds a way to incorporate Iron in a new and fresh way using geometric shapes to transition between rooms. Custom welders followed Rebeccas plans meticulously in order to keep the lines clean and sophisticated for a seamless design element in this home. All staircases and railings in this home share similar linear lines while window embellishments and room divider screens include softer curves to add grace to the geometric shapes. For a closer look at this home, watch our YouTube videos: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNt46xGavY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mj6lv21a7NQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvr4eWXljqM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JShqHBibRWY

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Inspiration for a contemporary master dark wood floor bedroom remodel in Houston with a two-sided fireplace and white walls

This midcentury home was originally remodeled in the 1980's with stylistically strong, but ultimately inappropriate design for the style. Our goal was to return the clean lines, flat planes, large glass windows and integration with the outdoor spaces through our design expertise in midcentury architecture.

A kitchen & mudroom addition/renovation in St. Paul's historic Crocus Hill neihgborhood. Photography: Susan Gilmore
Inspiration for a timeless mudroom remodel in Minneapolis

Search MyHomeIdeas.com « Room Galleries Main Outdoor Retreat Text Size: A A A [+] Photo: John O'Hagan; Stylist: Lydia DeGaris-Pursell, Jan Gautro, and Kiersten Moore Rate it: ( 14 ratings) Not my style Not my style Has potential Has potential Good, solid design Good, solid design Lots of great ideas Lots of great ideas I want to live here! I want to live here! I want to live here! » comment » Read all comments (4) The fireplace surrounded by the rugged texture of antiqued brick makes this porch inviting when the weather is chilly. Related Related Rooms COMMENTS (1-4 of 4) » add comment mkm Tue 10/6/09 10:38 PM Oh YES-wonderful porch. Love the stone on the fireplace. Does need an ottoman or two & some colorful pillows on the chairs/setees. Read replies (0) Add reply Mizzy Tue 10/6/09 07:53 PM Now, this is my kind of room! Warm,cozy and comfortable!! Love the decor! Read replies (0) Add reply Judy Tue 10/6/09 01:58 PM Love the porch except for the stripes. Read replies (0) Add reply D GIBSON Tue 10/6/09 01:38 PM MAKES ME WANT TO CURL UP IN FRONT OF THE FIRE WITH A GOOD CUP OF COFFEE. SO INVITING!! Read replies (0) Add reply » Read all comments (4) Add new comment The rules: Keep it clean, and stay on the subject or we might delete your comment. If you see inappropriate language, e-mail us . An asterisk * indicates a required field. Your Name Your Comment * 2000 characters remaining Related Features More from MyHomeIdeas Add MyHomeIdeas to: My Yahoo! My Google My MSN My AOL My Netvibes Most Popular Rooms Cleaned-up Eclectic Upholstered pieces like a periwinkle-tufted chair and a nearly yellow bench have clean, almost modern lines. Vintage bamboo light fixtures and a patterned rug and bedspread complete the eclectic look. EXPLORE OUR BRANDS: Copyright © 2010 Time Inc. Lifestyle Group. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . The fireplace surrounded by the rugged texture of antiqued brick makes this porc

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