A domed and skylight rotunda highlights the entry. The skylight allows natural light to penetrate the transitional spaces. Photography by Tony Soluri

Sarah Fyffe Photography
Bathroom - eclectic bathroom idea in Other

Inviting and functional. Ready for entertaining family and friends. The cabinets are Echelon Trevino in Alpine White for the wall and pantry and Double Espresso for the lower. Counter top is Cambria Brittanicca. The 36 inch white farm sink by Kohler with Delta Faucet's Touch technology. All light fixtures are LED technology with wireless technology utilizing Z-wave light switches; ability to turn on, off or dim all the lighting, including the under cabinet lights. Nicastro Contracting Services LLC

Transitional dark wood floor and brown floor family room photo in Other with a standard fireplace, beige walls and a wall-mounted tv

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless painted u-shaped staircase remodel in New Orleans with tile risers

Cabinetry: The cabinetry features an Elmwood Full Access Frameless, with a Mirabeau 2-3/4” rail door style, 1-pc MDF construction. The sink wall cabinets, range wall cabinets, island cabinets, and dry bar are a Vienna Fog satin paint. The kitchen tall cabinets, and built-in TV area are a Caviar stain paint with custom mullions and antique mirror inserts. Countertops: This kitchen features 3 cm Caesarstone Vanilla Bean quartz countertops. Backsplash: The backsplash features a Calacatta Avant Garde marble slab, book-matched at the center of the the range/hood area, single slab pieces above the sink (8.5" high) and at the bar area (from countertop to bottom of wall cabinets). Fixtures: From Newport Brass, East Linear pull-down faucet, a Jacobean air disposal switch, and a sink strainer, all in Satin Brass. From Rohl, an Allia Single Bowl Undermount Fireclay Sink in white. Hardware: A mixture of Schoolhouse Electric hex knobs and Edgecliff pulls (varying sizes based on drawer width), in their natural brass finish Flooring: The flooring features an engineered wood in D&M Silver Oak Pearl Gray, 1/2" x 7-1/2" engineered wood floor, random planks. Window/Door: Pella 450 Proline 3-panel sliding contemporary door with a matching Pella casement window, satin nickel hardware.

Example of a trendy bathroom design in San Francisco

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The home's exterior is made up of smooth white stucco, exposed board-formed concrete, clear impact resistant glass with a dark bronze Kynar finish, and Brazilian Cumaru wood accents naturally resistant to South Florida's extreme environment.

1960s exposed beam kitchen photo in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops and an island

Patrice Jerome
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in San Francisco

PROJECT OVERVIEW: This 1929 Tudor style home was perfect for a couple that loves to collect antiques, but the original kitchen that came with it didn’t work for their family lifestyle. The original floor plan included a small, irregular shaped kitchen with a very large brick fireplace, small nook area, and rear porch entryway, all compartmentalized by load bearing walls. The new design boasts a large kitchen defined by a 24’ fridge and freezer tower wall paneled to match perimeter cabinetry and flanked by double arched entries to both the new butler’s pantry and dining room. WHAT MAKES THIS PROJECT UNIQUE: Besides eliminating all the large, load bearing walls that divided the overall space, both floors and ceilings had to be aligned to bring the space together. On either end of the long, paneled tower elevation, arched doorways lead to a new butler’s pantry on the left (which then leads into the dining room) and a newly created hall with floor to ceiling bookshelves on the right (which also leads into the dining room). Archways, butler’s pantry, and hall all match kitchen cabinetry. Even retro light switches and receptacles were designed into matching paneling. DESIGN CHALLENGES: The homeowners wanted a large, family friendly kitchen and better flow between the kitchen and dining room. To achieve this 18’ X 19’ family sized kitchen with a clean ceiling, 31 lineal feet of load bearing wall had to be suspended at 9’. Back-to-back steel C- channels bolted together and a steel I Beam were installed to carry the load of 11” thick brick, 2 ½ story walls.

Lighting at home is mainly tied to user preference, but research shows there are steps everyone can take to create a calm, pleasing environment. “At night, lower light levels and warmer color temperatures – those that fall in the 2,700 to 3,000 Kelvin range – emulate the outside environment’s evening light and help us get ready for sleep by reducing our blood pressure and creating a restful feel,” said Rebecca Hadley, manager of Eaton’s SOURCE lighting education center. “If you’re cooking or entertaining guests in the evening, you may find that higher light levels and color temperatures are beneficial. However, people generally tend to prefer warmer light at home. Flexibility is one natural benefit of smart lighting design. New advancements in Lighting Controls have made lighting for mood easier than ever. “Studies show that wall color can affect heart rate and irritability levels, but you can adjust your light more readily than the paint on your walls,” said Hadley. “For example, you can use high-intensity light to complete a craft activity at the kitchen table; an hour later, you can serve dinner to your family at that same table beneath a warmer, lower-intensity light.” When it comes to designing for mood, advanced controls have the most room to develop. Controls will become more personalized in environments ranging from the home to offices, hospitality settings and health care facilities. Controls that were once accessed via a wall switch are already making the jump to app-based technology. And as LED technology improves at lightning speed, adaptability – and energy savings – will only continue to grow.

Living Room with porcelain slab fireplace and custom storage benches. Open stair case to upper and lower levels
Living room - contemporary open concept light wood floor living room idea in San Francisco with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Hot and cold water dispenser, air switch to garbage disposer, crackled glass tile, and under the cabinets puck lights and angled power strip. Notice no receptacles interrupt the back splash tile. Photography by Jason Weil

The polished chrome with clear outer glass and white inner glass shade of Globe Electric's Sydney 4-Light Track Lighting adds a classic and timeless feel to any space. Blending with all decor styles, you can place this fixture anywhere in your home. Fully dimmable with a compatible dimmer switch (sold separately) you can create lighting ambiance and different moods easily. The adjustable track heads allow you to customize fixture for your desired look and lighting needs. You can also mount the fixture on the wall to use as a vanity too! Includes all mounting hardware for quick and easy installation and requires four 50W bi-pin GU10 base MR16 flood light bulbs (sold separately).

Classic, clean, and versatile are the perfect words to describe Globe Electric's Melo collection. Clean lines are enhanced by a glossy white finish to add a modern touch on a beautifully streamlined design. Each of the three track heads can be adjusted to point the light where you need it most while the included halogen bulbs provide the perfect brightness level for any standard space. Compatible with a dimmer switch to easily create different lighting ambiance and moods. Includes all mounting hardware for quick and easy installation and comes with three GU10 MR16 halogen bulbs.

The polished chrome with clear outer glass and white inner glass shade of Globe Electric's Sydney 4-Light Track Lighting adds a classic and timeless feel to any space. Blending with all decor styles, you can place this fixture anywhere in your home. Fully dimmable with a compatible dimmer switch (sold separately) you can create lighting ambiance and different moods easily. The adjustable track heads allow you to customize fixture for your desired look and lighting needs. You can also mount the fixture on the wall to use as a vanity too! Includes all mounting hardware for quick and easy installation and requires four 50W bi-pin GU10 base MR16 flood light bulbs (sold separately).

The polished chrome with clear outer glass and white inner glass shade of Globe Electric's Sydney 4-Light Track Lighting adds a classic and timeless feel to any space. Blending with all decor styles, you can place this fixture anywhere in your home. Fully dimmable with a compatible dimmer switch (sold separately) you can create lighting ambiance and different moods easily. The adjustable track heads allow you to customize fixture for your desired look and lighting needs. You can also mount the fixture on the wall to use as a vanity too! Includes all mounting hardware for quick and easy installation and requires four 50W bi-pin GU10 base MR16 flood light bulbs (sold separately).