SJC Dramatic Remodel
Staircase - contemporary staircase idea in Orange County with black walls

Photo: Eric Piasecki/OTTO. Stylist: Emily Rickard
Transitional white tile mosaic tile floor bathroom photo in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets and blue cabinets

Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2014 Houzz
Example of a country galley dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Seattle with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

A large open-plan, modern kitchen with full length hand made cupboards and a contrasting blue island. The sleek white work tops keep the space feeling bright. Integrated appliances finish the sleek modern design of this stunning kitchen, providing a functional space that's perfect for a family or used as an entertaining space. All of our cabinets are handmade here in the UK.

Example of a trendy master carpeted bedroom design in Minneapolis with gray walls

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The homeowners of this mid-century Colonial and family of four were frustrated with the layout of their existing kitchen which was a small, narrow peninsula layout but that was adjoining a large space that they could not figure out how to use. Stealing part of the unused space seemed like an easy solution, except that there was an existing transition in floor height which made that a bit tricky. The solution of bringing the floor height up to meet the height of the existing kitchen allowed us to do just that. This solution also offered some challenges. The exterior door had to be raised which resulted in some exterior rework, and the floor transition had to happen somewhere to get out to the garage, so we ended up “pushing” it towards what is now a new mudroom and powder room area. This solution allows for a small but functional and hidden mudroom area and more private powder room situation. Another challenge of the design was the very narrow space. To minimize issues with this, we moved the location of the refrigerator into the newly found space which gave us an L-shaped layout allowing for an island and even some shallow pantry storage. The windows over the kitchen sink were expanded in size and relocated to allow more light into the room. A breakfast table fits perfectly in the area adjacent to the existing French doors and there was even room for a small bar area that helps transition from inside to outside for entertaining. The confusing unused space now makes sense and provides functionality on a daily basis. To help bring some calm to this busy family, a pallet of soft neutrals was chosen -- gray glass tile with a simple metal accent strip, clear modern pendant lights and a neutral color scheme for cabinetry and countertops. For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Photography: Studio Cota Interior Design: Paradigm Interior Design / Dawn Chau Construction: Old Greenwich Builders / Cress Carter Engineer: Ascent Group / Keith Ostrander Landscape Architect: Mike Eagleton

Griswold photography
Alcove bathtub - large contemporary master marble floor and black floor alcove bathtub idea in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white countertops, gray walls and an undermount sink

Bathroom
Bathroom - small modern gray tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile bathroom idea with flat-panel cabinets and beige walls

David Duncan Livingston
Inspiration for a transitional single-wall medium tone wood floor and beige floor wet bar remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets and blue cabinets

Example of a beach style master white tile gray floor freestanding bathtub design in Nashville with white walls and a hinged shower door

Rolfe Hokanson
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel with white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, white walls and recessed-panel cabinets

Jim Schmid Photography
Example of a classic mudroom design in Charlotte with gray walls

The elongated horizontal bookshelves filled with multicolored texts mirror the vibrancy of the custom wool and silk carpets from Stark Carpet New York and the Billy Haines plum sofa. The over-sized John Rosselli antique mirror creates depth and character. The black and white square portraits lend to beautiful focal point that offset the vibrancy of the room. The Restoration Hardware double wide chaise, the Hungarian 1930's lounge chairs, and the 1960's style Salibello seating all add to a cohesive blend of a contemporary living style that is dynamically modern. Photography: Peter Rymwid

Marlon Crutchfield
Mid-sized elegant guest dark wood floor and brown floor bedroom photo in DC Metro with yellow walls and no fireplace

Jeffrey Totaro
Inspiration for a transitional built-in desk black floor study room remodel in Philadelphia with gray walls

Kitchen Addition & Renovation, First Floor Renovation
Inspiration for a large timeless l-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink and granite countertops

A large open-plan, modern kitchen with full length hand made cupboards and a contrasting blue island. The sleek white work tops keep the space feeling bright. Integrated appliances finish the sleek modern design of this stunning kitchen, providing a functional space that's perfect for a family or used as an entertaining space. All of our cabinets are handmade here in the UK.

IMOTO photo
Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen design in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island