Photo of a large asian partial sun front yard gravel landscaping in Philadelphia for winter.

This adorable beach cottage is in the heart of the village of La Jolla in San Diego. The goals were to brighten up the space and be the perfect beach get-away for the client whose permanent residence is in Arizona. Some of the ways we achieved the goals was to place an extra high custom board and batten in the great room and by refinishing the kitchen cabinets (which were in excellent shape) white. We created interest through extreme proportions and contrast. Though there are a lot of white elements, they are all offset by a smaller portion of very dark elements. We also played with texture and pattern through wallpaper, natural reclaimed wood elements and rugs. This was all kept in balance by using a simplified color palate minimal layering. I am so grateful for this client as they were extremely trusting and open to ideas. To see what the space looked like before the remodel you can go to the gallery page of the website www.cmnaturaldesigns.com Photography by: Chipper Hatter

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Photo of a small traditional partial sun backyard stone garden path in Portland for spring.

Photo: Corynne Pless © 2013 Houzz
Eclectic family room photo in New York with gray walls

This thoughtfully layered bedroom blends classic elements with playful color and texture. A sculptural wire light fixture adds visual interest overhead, complemented by woven Roman shades that softly filter natural light. A black painted nightstand is styled with a brick red table lamp and blue print artwork in a warm wood frame. An off-white upholstered headboard with nailhead trim anchors the space, while blue and orange patterned pillows, a chunky knit throw, and a traditional rug with blue accents create a cozy, inviting retreat. Photo by Suzanna Scott.

Bedroom - transitional carpeted bedroom idea in Salt Lake City with blue walls

Eclectic medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed dining room photo in DC Metro with blue walls

A lush front garden with mature canopy, burgundy foliage, and layered shade planting that creates depth and curb appeal.
Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.

Anthony Pippo Photography
Transitional family room photo in New York with gray walls

Inspiration for a coastal landscaping in Tampa.

The Entrance into this charming home on Edisto Drive is full of excitement with simple architectural details, great patterns, and colors. The Wainscoting and Soft Gray Walls welcome every pop of color introduced into this space.

Julie Mikos Photography
Inspiration for an eclectic bedroom remodel in San Francisco

Barry Grossman Photography
Example of a trendy freestanding desk dark wood floor home office design in Miami

This bedroom, viewed from the hallway, features layered window treatments with white sheer drapery over off-white Roman shades. Windows with muntins add architectural interest, while a traditional off-white rug anchors a waterfall table and stool. White oak floors, crisp white walls, ceiling, and trim create a bright, layered, and timeless bedroom aesthetic.

Upgrade your décor using Petal Layers Design stone wall cladding that features elegant petal layers. The floral motif adds soft rhythm and visual appeal to walls ideal for feature walls in homes, offices, spas, or hospitality interiors. Durable and easy to maintain, this cladding adds a graceful and contemporary stone look to any space.

Photography: Scott Amundson Photography Interior Designer: Marie Meko
Tuscan wooden curved medium tone wood floor staircase photo in Minneapolis with wooden risers

Custom drapery serves as the focal point in this Lake Norman waterfront luxury home, paired with roman shades for functional layering. Elegant drapery frames the lakefront views while maintaining connection to natural light. Layered treatments create a cohesive design across multiple windows. Custom designer drapery was added throughout this Lake Norman waterfront luxury home in Mooresville, NC, layering over top-down, bottom-up roman shades to elevate the interior design. The roman shades provide flexible privacy and natural light control, while the drapery adds softness, height, and a refined luxury finish to each space.

A winding stone path moves through layered planting, where clipped boxwood forms are softened with seasonal flowers for a more welcoming, family-friendly feel.

Stone paving leads through dense, layered plantings designed for structure and long-season interest, creating a garden that feels immersive and timeless.