Example of a cottage bathroom design in Birmingham with a console sink and open cabinets

Photo: Mars Photo and Design © 2017 Houzz, Cork wall covering is used for the prefect backdrop to this study/craft area in this custom basement remodel by Meadowlark Design + Build.

The ceiling was reinforced to hold the suspended shelving.
Urban kitchen photo in Grand Rapids

Photographer Tara Striano / Stylist Emily Rickard
Example of an eclectic concrete floor family room design in New York with white walls

This modern farmhouse is a beautiful compilation of utility and aesthetics. Exposed cypress beams grace the family room vaulted ceiling. Northern white oak random width floors. Quaker clad windows and doors. Shiplap walls. Inspiro 8

Capturing a sense of old-world charm, the Rowher Pendant Light is a must-have for any vintage design enthusiast. Available in classic finishes, this compact fixture features a rounded metal shade that adds just the right amount of light wherever it's hung.

Large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, an island, stone tile backsplash and paneled appliances

This urban industrial office in Gulfport, FL features exposed ductwork, structural steel beams, and warm wood flooring. A modern lounge area with soft seating and glass-walled offices creates a balance between openness and functionality.

The Mazama house is located in the Methow Valley of Washington State, a secluded mountain valley on the eastern edge of the North Cascades, about 200 miles northeast of Seattle. The house has been carefully placed in a copse of trees at the easterly end of a large meadow. Two major building volumes indicate the house organization. A grounded 2-story bedroom wing anchors a raised living pavilion that is lifted off the ground by a series of exposed steel columns. Seen from the access road, the large meadow in front of the house continues right under the main living space, making the living pavilion into a kind of bridge structure spanning over the meadow grass, with the house touching the ground lightly on six steel columns. The raised floor level provides enhanced views as well as keeping the main living level well above the 3-4 feet of winter snow accumulation that is typical for the upper Methow Valley. To further emphasize the idea of lightness, the exposed wood structure of the living pavilion roof changes pitch along its length, so the roof warps upward at each end. The interior exposed wood beams appear like an unfolding fan as the roof pitch changes. The main interior bearing columns are steel with a tapered “V”-shape, recalling the lightness of a dancer. The house reflects the continuing FINNE investigation into the idea of crafted modernism, with cast bronze inserts at the front door, variegated laser-cut steel railing panels, a curvilinear cast-glass kitchen counter, waterjet-cut aluminum light fixtures, and many custom furniture pieces. The house interior has been designed to be completely integral with the exterior. The living pavilion contains more than twelve pieces of custom furniture and lighting, creating a totality of the designed environment that recalls the idea of Gesamtkunstverk, as seen in the work of Josef Hoffman and the Viennese Secessionist movement in the early 20th century. The house has been designed from the start as a sustainable structure, with 40% higher insulation values than required by code, radiant concrete slab heating, efficient natural ventilation, large amounts of natural lighting, water-conserving plumbing fixtures, and locally sourced materials. Windows have high-performance LowE insulated glazing and are equipped with concealed shades. A radiant hydronic heat system with exposed concrete floors allows lower operating temperatures and higher occupant comfort levels. The concrete slabs conserve heat and provide great warmth and comfort for the feet. Deep roof overhangs, built-in shades and high operating clerestory windows are used to reduce heat gain in summer months. During the winter, the lower sun angle is able to penetrate into living spaces and passively warm the exposed concrete floor. Low VOC paints and stains have been used throughout the house. The high level of craft evident in the house reflects another key principle of sustainable design: build it well and make it last for many years! Photo by Benjamin Benschneider

Call it what you want: a man cave, kid corner, or a party room, a basement is always a space in a home where the imagination can take liberties. Phase One accentuated the clients' wishes for an industrial lower level complete with sealed flooring, a full kitchen and bathroom and plenty of open area to let loose.

Our clean, industrial Tolson bath hardware collection is the perfect match for subway tile.
Bathroom - industrial bathroom idea in Portland

Suburban kitchen remodel for a chic urban farmhouse look. The custom painted barn doors conceal the pantry. Custom pendant made from a cotton basket, and custom settee provide personality and flair! Photo: Lauren Rubinstein

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Example of an eclectic l-shaped concrete floor enclosed kitchen design in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets and stainless steel appliances

Home office - contemporary built-in desk home office idea in Birmingham

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Inspiration for a large transitional medium tone wood floor family room remodel in Salt Lake City with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Deck - large cottage backyard deck idea in San Francisco with a roof extension

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Small transitional kids' white tile and subway tile ceramic tile alcove bathtub photo in DC Metro with a wall-mount sink, white walls, gray cabinets and a one-piece toilet