Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen remodel in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate countertops, multicolored backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

The fireplace was refinished with a wave-pattern textural tile--in reference to the lake that lies just outside--in this living room / great room designed by Melissa Mroczek of Omaha-based Space & Place Interiors.

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Contemporary plant combinations married with a cool, crushed limestone path provide a enticing exit from this Craftsman style garage.
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This project consists of a garage/studio and a main house. The space between the buildings is defined by an existing apple and pear orchard. On the landward side of the house, the south-facing porch is protected from the prevailing northerly winds onshore. The house looks out over the water through the long row of windows on its north face, wearing its roof like a baseball cap on backwards. The house is symmetrically arranged with bedrooms, bathrooms, study, entry, and loft spaces placed on either side of the great room. Natural light is introduced through the wall of French doors and transom lights facing the water, transoms at all interior and exterior doors, double hung windows, and clerestory windows.

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The rear façade is a balanced composition with features that connect the living space to the tailored rear yard for seamless entertaining.
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Photo by Robert Peacock.
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, black backsplash and an island

When the weather is getting dreary and you want to tuck yourself away from the world, this room is designed with everything you need. The motorized shades help you to block out irratable light and keep your solitude while the controlled lighting keeps the brightness to what you prefer. As well, the Devialet speakers provide the perfect source of music in a room completely to yourself. All you need now is to enjoy, as you are catered to in a room that is perfect for you.

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Inspiration for a modern galley eat-in kitchen remodel in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and marble countertops

I'm pretty sure I can't stress this enough, PLAN AHEAD. It will make your life easier. I started with a pencil and paper and tape measure. It can save you hours of grief. I also HATE the idea of using a saw (wet or otherwise), I have an irrational fear of losing a finger!! So, all of my tile was easily done with just a tile cutter. I got one that was good for glass as well as ceramic. Now, that being said, I had to use the ceramic tile instead of a travertine tile I also looked at, but to me it was worth it. I also take the easy (but usually more expensive route) and get pre-mixed colored grout. On the kitchen I used a urethane type, becasue of the durability with grease/water, etc. Saved me having to mix the grout, which I do not have the tools for.

The cavity in the surrounding roof space was used for additional storage and for the in wall cistern. Photo: Ryan Linnegar
Open shower - mid-sized contemporary master gray tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor open shower idea in Sydney with white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls and flat-panel cabinets