Mixed pine, pine cones and berries add a lot of texture to this mantel at the holidays. Painting is by artist Jean Richardson. Tre Dunham with Fine Focus Photography

Julie Soefer Photography
Inspiration for a transitional entryway remodel in Houston

Inspiration for a mediterranean beige one-story exterior home remodel in Miami

Designer: Jan Kepler; Cabinetry: Plato Woodwork; Counter top: White Pearl Quartzite from Pacific Shore Stones; Counter top fabrication: Pyramid Marble, Santa Barbara; Backsplash Tile: Walker Zanger from C.W. Quinn; Photographs by Elliott Johnson

Amanda Kirkpatrick Photography
Beach style gray floor mudroom photo in New York with beige walls

Circle Ten Media
Trendy light wood floor living room photo in Miami with gray walls

Photography: Stephani Buchman
Alcove bathtub - mid-sized contemporary master gray tile and subway tile marble floor and gray floor alcove bathtub idea in Toronto with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets and gray walls

Kitchen - mid-sized contemporary kitchen idea in New York with shaker cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, an island and white countertops

Beach style subway tile bathroom photo in Grand Rapids with marble countertops

Gregory Allen Butler
Inspiration for a small coastal guest medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom remodel in Charleston with beige walls and no fireplace

This project combines high end earthy elements with elegant, modern furnishings. We wanted to re invent the beach house concept and create an home which is not your typical coastal retreat. By combining stronger colors and textures, we gave the spaces a bolder and more permanent feel. Yet, as you travel through each room, you can't help but feel invited and at home.

Farmhouse style with an industrial, contemporary feel.
Great room - large cottage medium tone wood floor great room idea in San Francisco with gray walls

Ryann Ford
Dining room - country dark wood floor dining room idea in Austin

This spacious kitchen in Westchester County is flooded with light from huge windows on 3 sides of the kitchen plus two skylights in the vaulted ceiling. The dated kitchen was gutted and reconfigured to accommodate this large kitchen with crisp white cabinets and walls. Ship lap paneling on both walls and ceiling lends a casual-modern charm while stainless steel toe kicks, walnut accents and Pietra Cardosa limestone bring both cool and warm tones to this clean aesthetic. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry, built ins, walnut countertops and paneling by Studio Dearborn. Architect Frank Marsella. Interior design finishes by Tami Wassong Interior Design. Pietra cardosa limestone countertops and backsplash by Marble America. Appliances by Subzero; range hood insert by Best. Cabinetry color: Benjamin Moore Super White. Hardware by Top Knobs. Photography Adam Macchia.

Lisa Romerein
Living room - farmhouse open concept living room idea in San Francisco with beige walls

The challenge for this project was that, while the homeowner desired all of the luxury amenities of a deluxe master bath, space was extremely limited. Therefore efficient space planning was critical in achieving the final design. Use of custom painted cabinetry and carrara marble countertops were the basis for this compact yet luxurious bathroom design. Careful attention was given to the tone of the finishes in order to keep this eastern-exposure bathroom light and bright. White trim and crown moulding was used in contrast to the putty colored walls. In keeping with the era of the home, a hand-glazed white ceramic subway tile was used in the soaking tub alcove. Nickel plated bath, lavatory, tub and shower fixtures in the vintage style were used alongside modern amenities such as recessed halogen lighting, electric towel warmers and radiant-heated tile flooring.

photos by Steve Chenn
Example of a classic patio design in Houston

Example of a minimalist galley concrete floor home design design in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, concrete countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Pantry
Country kitchen pantry photo in Los Angeles