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Alcove shower - transitional master white floor and double-sink alcove shower idea in Nashville with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

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Example of a trendy gray tile and ceramic tile corner shower design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, furniture-like cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, limestone countertops and a wall-mount toilet

This Houston outdoor kitchen and entertaining area offers a modern take on Mediterranean style. Designed and built by Outdoor Homescapes of Houston, this fully loaded family and entertaining space echoes the stucco, travertine tile patio and Mediterranean style of the existing home while exuding a more modern, transitional style. “This was a high-profile client – both VPs of different oil and gas companies who entertain affluent guests on a regular basis – so they wanted to make sure they had high-end appliances and all the latest amenities they could order,” says Lisha Maxey, senior designer for Outdoor Homescapes and owner of LGH Design Services in Houston. “They also have two kids, ages 7 and 10, and wanted a family gathering space that better accompanied their new, luxurious pool.” What really sets apart this outside kitchen design idea, however, is the way the elements are used throughout the space. “Usually, outdoor kitchen designs for a backyard are grouped into one island or cabinet,” explains Outdoor Homescapes of Houston owner Wayne Franks. “But here, the patio, roof and fireplace were all in place, separated by stucco columns, and the outdoor kitchen elements had to work around them.” A 14-foot-long cooking island houses a built-in Fire Magic grill with a Magic View Window (allows the chef to check on food without lifting the lid and losing valuable heat). The island, the countertop of which is "Carnaval" granite from Lackstone, also features a Fire Magic power burner, warming drawer and trash drawer. On one side of the fireplace, forming an “L” with the cooking island, sits a built-in Primo ceramic grill. On the other side of the fireplace is a 3-foot-long cabinet housing a bar with a wine cooler, ice maker and upper cabinet. And finally, just outside the patio door is a 7-foot-long cabinet with a modern Kohler sink with a high-arc Moen faucet (sink and faucet from Faucets Direct), a trash drawer and another upper cabinet. Outdoor Homescapes of Houston, by the way, outfitted both cabinets with glass inserts, custom pulls and three-way sensor lighting. “At the beginning, this was basically a blank space with a fireplace in the middle,” says Maxey. So Outdoor Homescapes upgraded the fireplace with Austin Stack Stone in white (No. 401) from Colorstonescreenshot vickers mosaic tile rectangle. "The stone added that pop,” notes Maxey. The fireplace’s espresso-colored, distressed wood mantel (from Mantels.com) and upper wood cabinets were both stained with the Minwax color Jacobean. The ceiling fans were also updated with ones featuring similarly espresso-colored, wooden fan blades, to match. The table in the middle - a cast-iron, Mediterranean style gem with hand-forged scrollwork designs from Patio 1 in Houston – seats 10. “We wanted this kind of Mediterranean feel,” says Maxey. “We wanted rustic, but the appliance package was so new, with all its stainless steel, so we kept a the cabinets and the columns stucco instead of stone for a more clean, modern look and then did the custom tile backsplash and mosaic in more of a rustic, Mediterranean look." The backsplash is a 1-inch travertine tile background with 4-inch square metallic insets, both from Floor & Decor. The tile for the 18-by-24-inch rectangle mosaic came from Great Britain Tile Co. and included a Dianno Reale tumbled border and background. The bronze, diamond-shaped insets are tumbled Dark Emperdor tile and the scrolls are tumbled Noce tile. The client, who admits they have high standards, was more than pleased with the project – especially browsing through Outdoor Homescapes’ vast library of patio kitchen design ideas, the 3D virtual video tour that let them preview the project from every angle before construction. They also liked the personalized design consultation. "OH provides a very neat service where one of their designers will either shop/buy for you or shop with you for the more detailed pieces that will finish your home," reads the client's review on Houzz. "This was a very positive, personalized feature ... Lisha helped narrow down an enormous marketplace of materials and finishes to a few we could choose from."

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Originally this side patio was simply a barren cement patch that was cold and uninviting (see the BEFORE picture). It has a basic stone and concrete patio floor, with concrete brick walls. There was some natural bamboo behind the wall, but otherwise no plants. The house sits down in to the property, and to get to the front door you have to descend a steep set of stairs. This patio area is one of the first things people see as they descend the stairs to the front door, so we wanted to make it as inviting and cozy as possible. Plus, with all the natural tree coverage, it's a perfect place during hot days to curl up with a book or glass of wine under the shade. Not wanting to spend money on a massive renovation, the goal was to create a cozy niche for both entertaining guests and personal relaxation, reminiscent of an India-meets-Bali exotic retreat. We created something that was organic and natural looking, in harmony with the relaxed environment of Laguna Beach. To keep it budget friendly - and better for the environment - we also opted for recycled and pre-owned items we found on Craiglist and eBay. I chose to first mask the barren concrete walls with an carved wood screen from India, to add depth and interest. I placed two large daybeds with heavily padded cushions in an “L” shape to entice people to curl up and sink in. Rather than opting for a regular square patio table, I found a one-of-a-kind custom oak tree slab table (a fantastic Craiglist find!) that added a beautiful organic feel. The Moroccan lamp I brought back from one of my trips to Marrakech, and it added the perfect personal touch, in addition to personal sacred objects such as an antique Kwan Yin statue (great eBay find), crystals, and shells found at the beach. Finally, various plants were added — including both a satsuma orange tree and grapefruit tree that add lovely bursts of color when in season. And makes for a great quick snack when lounging about!

The Grace is an unbelievably comfortable piece, the kind you sit “in” rather than “on”. If you really want to feel like your resting on a cloud, you simply must check out the Feather & Down cushion options. Available as a sofa or sectional in many configurations.

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Inspiration for a mid-sized coastal full sun side yard mulch landscaping in Boston for summer.

Crown Point Builders, Inc. | Décor by Pottery Barn at Evergreen Walk | Photography by Wicked Awesome 3D | Bathroom and Kitchen Design by Amy Michaud, Brownstone Designs

Mid-sized asian master dark wood floor freestanding bathtub photo in Miami with gray walls

One of a Kind Metal and wood Modern Industrial staircase and Railing. Please check out more of Award Winning Designs by Runa Novak on her website for amazing BEFORE & AFTER photos to see what if possible for your space! Design by Runa Novak of In Your Space Interior Design: Chicago, Aspen, and Denver

HGTV Smart Home 2013 by Glenn Layton Homes, Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
Mid-sized island style tile side porch idea in Jacksonville with a roof extension

The newest Grand Illusions Vinyl WoodBond wood grain from Illusions Vinyl Fence is Driftwood (W106). Created to have the look of a finely aged eastern white cedar privacy fence without the maintenance. This stunning fence will look amazing for years to come. It is also available to be mix 'n' matched with 35 colors and 6 wood grains of Illusions Vinyl Fence.

modern plantation style look. Check out this Landmark one-of-a-kind, modern plantation style home with brick accents! This custom 2-story home has beautiful, unique finishes and so many wonderful features! We can include these in your custom Landmark home. Call today to set up your planning meeting. 402.672.5550 #dreamhome #buildalandmark #brick #spiralstaircase #modernfarmhouse #modernplantationstyle #buildalandmark

A floating vanity made from distressed wood and travertine keep this narrow space open and light. Rustic mirrors, metal screen cabinet doors and "pully" sconces add a western industrial flair. Photography by Emily Minton Redfield

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Open concept kitchen - mid-sized transitional dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

modern plantation style look. Check out this Landmark one-of-a-kind, modern plantation style home with brick accents! This custom 2-story home has beautiful, unique finishes and so many wonderful features! We can include these in your custom Landmark home. Call today to set up your planning meeting. 402.672.5550 #dreamhome #buildalandmark #brick #spiralstaircase #modernfarmhouse #modernplantationstyle #buildalandmark