Photo: Mina Brinkey © 2013 Houzz
Example of a transitional hallway design in Tampa

The vertically-laid glass mosaic backsplash adds a beautiful and modern detail that frames the stainless steel range hood to create a grand focal point from across the room. The neutral color palette keeps the space feeling crisp and light, working harmoniously with the Northwest view outside. Patrick Barta Photography

Photo: Karen Melvin
Living room - contemporary living room idea in Minneapolis with a stone fireplace

Design by Pallavi Mantha Photo by Pixy for SWEETEN
Small trendy master white tile and ceramic tile drop-in bathtub photo in New York with white walls, a one-piece toilet and a vessel sink

Steve Chenn
Mid-sized elegant enclosed medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room photo in Houston with a media wall, white walls and no fireplace

Caitlin Atkinson
Inspiration for a contemporary deck remodel in Los Angeles

Example of a transitional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen design in Grand Rapids with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

2010 A-List Award for Best Home Remodel A perfect example of mixing what is authentic with the newest innovation. Beautiful antique reclaimed wood ceilings with Neff’s sleek grey lacquered cabinets. Concrete and stainless counter tops. Travertine flooring in a vertical pattern to compliment adds another subtle graining to the room.

Beach style family room photo in Grand Rapids

Emily Minton Redfield Photography
Entryway - mid-sized contemporary travertine floor entryway idea in Denver with white walls

Julianna Webb
Mid-sized minimalist gender-neutral carpeted playroom photo in New York with gray walls

A mix of bottles, boxes, brushes, and brooms stay organized and hidden inside cabinets, presenting a clean face to the world. Steel tracks inside the door hold moveable wire baskets and hooks, and cabinet shelves are positioned to keep baskets from bumping when you close the door.

This is the living room looking out on the pool, modular tiles on the fireplace bring a midcentury flair back to this Alexander.The white walls are contrasted by bright pops of color. Palm Springs house remodel by H3K DesignPhoto by Patrick Ketchum

This view shows the play of the different wood tones throughout the space. The different woods keep the eye moving and draw you into the inviting space. We love the classic Cherner counter stools. The nostalgic pendants create some fun and add sculptural interest. All track lighting was replaced and expanded by cutting through beams to create good task lighting for all kitchen surfaces.

Sleeping Porch Sam Oberter Photography
This is an example of a large traditional screened-in back porch design in New York with decking and a roof extension.

Keeping track of all the coats, shoes, backpacks and specialty gear for several small children can be an organizational challenge all by itself. Combine that with busy schedules and various activities like ballet lessons, little league, art classes, swim team, soccer and music, and the benefits of a great mud room organization system like this one becomes invaluable. Rather than an enclosed closet, separate cubbies for each family member ensures that everyone has a place to store their coats and backpacks. The look is neat and tidy, but easier than a traditional closet with doors, making it more likely to be used by everyone — including children. Hooks rather than hangers are easier for children and help prevent jackets from being to left on the floor. A shoe shelf beneath each cubby keeps all the footwear in order so that no one ever ends up searching for a missing shoe when they're in a hurry. a drawer above the shoe shelf keeps mittens, gloves and small items handy. A shelf with basket above each coat cubby is great for keys, wallets and small items that might otherwise become lost. The cabinets above hold gear that is out-of-season or infrequently used. An additional shoe cupboard that spans from floor to ceiling offers a place to keep boots and extra shoes. White shaker style cabinet doors with oil rubbed bronze hardware presents a simple, clean appearance to organize the clutter, while bead board panels at the back of the coat cubbies adds a casual, country charm. Designer - Gerry Ayala Photo - Cathy Rabeler

photography by Rob Karosis
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless medium tone wood floor hallway remodel in Portland Maine with white walls

Point West at Macatawa Park J. Visser Design Insignia Homes
Inspiration for a coastal mudroom remodel in Grand Rapids