Dan Settle Photography
Urban master concrete floor and gray floor walk-in shower photo in Atlanta with concrete countertops, gray countertops, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, brown walls and an integrated sink

Inspiration for a mid-century modern concrete floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in San Diego with beige walls

Jenn Verrier Photography
Transitional screened-in porch photo in DC Metro with a roof extension

Mountain style kitchen photo in Boise with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances

Who says that interior floors with concrete stairs can’t make a soft and stylish statement. These arched stairs leading from the living room to hallway and front entry welcome both guests and home owners alike.

Available in 8 classic colors. BLANCO PRECIS™ CASCADE super single bowl includes a stainless steel mesh colander, allowing for hands-free rinsing of fruit and produce. Drain NOT included. Product Features - Undermount with ultimate utility - Integrated second level for drying, depositing and draining - Bowl Depths: 7-7/8'' & 5-1/2'' - Required Outside Cabinet: 33'' - Cutout Size: Template provided with approximate 1/8'' reveal - Compact size - 80% solid granite - Heat resistant up to 536°F - Unsurpassed cleanability backed by industry leading 7 patents! - Resistant to scratches, stains and all household acids and alkali solutions - Limited lifetime warranty

Parry Manzanita / Arctostaphylos manzanita Photo by Pete Veilleux, East Bay Wilds

This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

Whether it’s arthritis, joint or back pain, restless leg syndrome, muscle injuries or fibromyalgia, hot tubs are a proven form of chronic pain relief. The heat of the water increases blood flow and relaxes the body, while the massaging action of the jets and the water’s buoyancy loosen muscle tension and soothe sore joints. The New England Journal of Medicine (08-16-1999) found that, after just 10 days, patients with Type 2 Diabetes who used hot tubs 30 minutes a day/6 days per week required reduced doses of insulin, lost weight, slept better and showed distinct decreases in plasma glucose and glycosylated hemoglobin. Hot tubs can be a great fix for those suffering from insomnia, helping your body to wind down before bed and get the natural sleep you need. Even if you don’t suffer from chronic sleep problems, the Better Sleep Council recommends establishing a relaxing bedtime routine, such as soaking in hot water to help maintain a healthy sleep cycle. According to the Council’s findings, warm water releases muscle tension and increases blood flow, both of which contribute to a relaxed and deeper, more comfortable sleep. Whether it’s a new exercise routine or an unusually active day on your feet, most of us know the “day after” feeling of sore, overworked muscles that make it hurt to move, period. The water pressure from hot tub jets relieves muscle tightness and soreness by removing lactic acid, opening up the blood vessels and promoting the flow of endorphins. LPGA Sports Medicine Director Caroline Nichols and former President of the American Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine Dr. James Andrews recommend hydrotherapeutic activity for athletes at every level. Nichols says that hot tubs especially help with recovery since jets focus on overused muscle and joint regions, while Andrews supports hydrotherapy as a good tool for improved circulation, sensory impulses and stiff joints. Whether you’re looking to alleviate stress, feel healthier or simply spend more time with your loved ones, you’d be amazed at how as little as 10 minutes in a hot tub can help you relax and put everything in perspective. There are hot tubs for every type of user, regardless of whether it’s just you or it’s the entire gang piling in, looking for some much-needed relief after a long day.

Material expression and exterior finishes were carefully selected to reduce the apparent size of the house, last through many years, and add warmth and human scale to the home. The unique siding system is made up of different widths and depths of western red cedar, complementing the vision of the structure's wings which are balanced, not symmetrical. The exterior materials include a burn brick base, powder-coated steel, cedar, acid-washed concrete and Corten steel planters.

Inspiration for a rustic patio remodel in Nashville

The pergola’s back wall of horizontal Ipe hardwood planks mounted on a black backer creates a sleek 3-D effect, while the linear flame gas fireplace adds mood and warmth. The doors on each side lead respectively to a washroom/change/storage room and access to the outdoor pool equipment area.

The back exterior stairwell leads you to the remodeled basement mudroom. - photos by Blackstone Edge
Entryway - industrial concrete floor and gray floor entryway idea in Portland with white walls

Jim Westphalen
Mid-sized trendy open concept and formal concrete floor and gray floor living room photo in Burlington with white walls, a wood stove and no tv

The other side of the cabana features an elegant modern change room with storage closets, glass enclosed shower and bathroom facilities. Outside, the Ipe deck has been left to fade to a soft light grey/silver while the glass gate leads to the lawn area via a bank of floating concrete slab steps.

Photo by Rowan Parris The owner found these slabs and put them in herself for a walkway to lead up to her house.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional gray one-story mixed siding house exterior remodel in Charlotte with a shed roof and a metal roof

This hall leads from the living area to the master suite and features silver leaf with an acid wash stain to bring dimension to the natural wood finishes. Add in the backlighting, and this space comes to life!

Grasses planted behind the stone seat wall help to reinforce the curved design of the wall. Westhauser Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized southwestern backyard concrete paver landscaping in Milwaukee with a fire pit.

Here one can lay by the poolside and gaze out past the hard geometry that leads to the pool's flowing endless edge where green plants and a green vineyard counters with the natural ruffles and stuff that plant life and nature has to offer John Luhn