Jeri Koegal Photography
Example of a trendy rooftop patio design in Orange County with a fire pit

Becky Young and Jan Ekleberry
Example of a beach style dark wood floor kitchen design in Hawaii with white cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Troy Theis
Inspiration for a craftsman l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, gray walls and an island

The inviting new porch addition features a stunning angled vault ceiling and walls of oversize windows that frame the picture-perfect backyard views. The porch is infused with light thanks to the statement light fixture and bright-white wooden beams that reflect the natural light. Photos by Spacecrafting Photography

Reverse Shed Eichler This project is part tear-down, part remodel. The original L-shaped plan allowed the living/ dining/ kitchen wing to be completely re-built while retaining the shell of the bedroom wing virtually intact. The rebuilt entertainment wing was enlarged 50% and covered with a low-slope reverse-shed roof sloping from eleven to thirteen feet. The shed roof floats on a continuous glass clerestory with eight foot transom. Cantilevered steel frames support wood roof beams with eaves of up to ten feet. An interior glass clerestory separates the kitchen and livingroom for sound control. A wall-to-wall skylight illuminates the north wall of the kitchen/family room. New additions at the back of the house add several “sliding” wall planes, where interior walls continue past full-height windows to the exterior, complimenting the typical Eichler indoor-outdoor ceiling and floor planes. The existing bedroom wing has been re-configured on the interior, changing three small bedrooms into two larger ones, and adding a guest suite in part of the original garage. A previous den addition provided the perfect spot for a large master ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Natural materials predominate, with fir ceilings, limestone veneer fireplace walls, anigre veneer cabinets, fir sliding windows and interior doors, bamboo floors, and concrete patios and walks. Landscape design by Bernard Trainor: www.bernardtrainor.com (see “Concrete Jungle” in April 2014 edition of Dwell magazine). Microsoft Media Center installation of the Year, 2008: www.cybermanor.com/ultimate_install.html (automated shades, radiant heating system, and lights, as well as security & sound).

Becky Young and Jan Ekleberry
Beach style dark wood floor kitchen photo in Hawaii with white cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Morgan Howarth
Kitchen/dining room combo - large coastal light wood floor kitchen/dining room combo idea in DC Metro with gray walls and no fireplace

Peter Koenig Landscape Designer, Gene Radding General Contracting, Creative Environments Swimming Pool Construction
Huge trendy backyard concrete paver patio photo in San Francisco with a pergola

Contemporary Master Bedroom Ensuite Bath by Heather Segreti
Example of a trendy bathroom design in Toronto

The great room flows onto the large lanai through pocketing glass doors creating a seamless indoor outdoor experience. On the lanai teak daybeds imported from Bali face each other with custom blue covers and throw pillows in blue with coral motifs, the rectangular pool is complete with an aqua lounge, built-in spa, and a swim up bar at the outdoor BBQ. The flooring is a gray ceramic tile, the pool coping is natural puka pavers, The house a combination of traditional plantation style seen in the white board and batten walls, with a modern twist seen in the wood framed glass doors, thick square exposed tails and ebony stained square posts supporting the overhangs.

photo by Karl Neumann
Large mountain style open concept and formal medium tone wood floor living room photo with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a media wall

Appearing to float within the pool, the 8 foot circular lowered fire lounge and patio area provides a prime vantage point for embracing the total outdoor experience. Photography by Joe Traina

Beach contemporary design featuring custom succulent wall planters, drought tolerant plants, permeable paving, fruit trees and outdoor rooms
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary partial sun backyard brick landscaping in Orange County.

This modern lake house is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The residence overlooks a mountain lake with expansive mountain views beyond. The design ties the home to its surroundings and enhances the ability to experience both home and nature together. The entry level serves as the primary living space and is situated into three groupings; the Great Room, the Guest Suite and the Master Suite. A glass connector links the Master Suite, providing privacy and the opportunity for terrace and garden areas. Won a 2013 AIANC Design Award. Featured in the Austrian magazine, More Than Design. Featured in Carolina Home and Garden, Summer 2015.

Bedroom - mediterranean master bedroom idea in Orange County

Bedroom - traditional dark wood floor bedroom idea in Jacksonville with beige walls

Example of a mid-sized island style master gray tile and ceramic tile travertine floor freestanding bathtub design in Hawaii with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, a one-piece toilet and white walls

Transitional backyard patio photo in Orange County with a roof extension

Transitional light wood floor kitchen photo in Calgary with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, paneled appliances, two islands and white countertops