CHAD CHENIER PHOTOGRAPHY
Inspiration for a small contemporary mirror tile powder room remodel in New Orleans with a wall-mount sink and white walls

Large elegant l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, wood countertops, green backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, medium tone wood cabinets and window backsplash

Example of a mid-sized transitional light wood floor and brown floor utility room design in Nashville with an undermount sink, white cabinets, white walls, open cabinets, limestone countertops, a side-by-side washer/dryer and brown countertops

Transitional kids' room photo in New York

New construction, completed in 2013 Photograph by Geoff Captain Studios
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor seated home bar remodel in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and white backsplash

David Burroughs Photography
Inspiration for a large coastal two-story wood exterior home remodel in Baltimore

Claw-foot bathtub - transitional master gray tile, white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor and white floor claw-foot bathtub idea in Nashville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink and white countertops

Example of a mid-sized farmhouse brick floor and red floor mudroom design in Philadelphia with white walls

We gave this rather dated farmhouse some dramatic upgrades that brought together the feminine with the masculine, combining rustic wood with softer elements. In terms of style her tastes leaned toward traditional and elegant and his toward the rustic and outdoorsy. The result was the perfect fit for this family of 4 plus 2 dogs and their very special farmhouse in Ipswich, MA. Character details create a visual statement, showcasing the melding of both rustic and traditional elements without too much formality. The new master suite is one of the most potent examples of the blending of styles. The bath, with white carrara honed marble countertops and backsplash, beaded wainscoting, matching pale green vanities with make-up table offset by the black center cabinet expand function of the space exquisitely while the salvaged rustic beams create an eye-catching contrast that picks up on the earthy tones of the wood. The luxurious walk-in shower drenched in white carrara floor and wall tile replaced the obsolete Jacuzzi tub. Wardrobe care and organization is a joy in the massive walk-in closet complete with custom gliding library ladder to access the additional storage above. The space serves double duty as a peaceful laundry room complete with roll-out ironing center. The cozy reading nook now graces the bay-window-with-a-view and storage abounds with a surplus of built-ins including bookcases and in-home entertainment center. You can’t help but feel pampered the moment you step into this ensuite. The pantry, with its painted barn door, slate floor, custom shelving and black walnut countertop provide much needed storage designed to fit the family’s needs precisely, including a pull out bin for dog food. During this phase of the project, the powder room was relocated and treated to a reclaimed wood vanity with reclaimed white oak countertop along with custom vessel soapstone sink and wide board paneling. Design elements effectively married rustic and traditional styles and the home now has the character to match the country setting and the improved layout and storage the family so desperately needed. And did you see the barn? Photo credit: Eric Roth

Transitional kitchen photo in Calgary with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, ceramic backsplash and white appliances

Eddy Joaquim
Freestanding bathtub - mid-sized modern master gray tile and stone tile marble floor freestanding bathtub idea in San Francisco with a trough sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface countertops and white walls

Morgan Howarth Photography
Example of a transitional built-in desk home office design in DC Metro

This 3200 square foot home features a maintenance free exterior of LP Smartside, corrugated aluminum roofing, and native prairie landscaping. The design of the structure is intended to mimic the architectural lines of classic farm buildings. The outdoor living areas are as important to this home as the interior spaces; covered and exposed porches, field stone patios and an enclosed screen porch all offer expansive views of the surrounding meadow and tree line. The home’s interior combines rustic timbers and soaring spaces which would have traditionally been reserved for the barn and outbuildings, with classic finishes customarily found in the family homestead. Walls of windows and cathedral ceilings invite the outdoors in. Locally sourced reclaimed posts and beams, wide plank white oak flooring and a Door County fieldstone fireplace juxtapose with classic white cabinetry and millwork, tongue and groove wainscoting and a color palate of softened paint hues, tiles and fabrics to create a completely unique Door County homestead. Mitch Wise Design, Inc. Richard Steinberger Photography

Jeri Koegel
Transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Luxury owner bath with soaking tub.
Example of a huge transitional master multicolored tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile, multicolored floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub design in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Argo Studio, Inc. Emilio Collavino
Example of a large trendy gender-neutral medium tone wood floor walk-in closet design in Miami with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets

Living room library - mid-sized eclectic open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room library idea in Dallas with green walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

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.

David Heald
This is an example of a farmhouse full sun water fountain landscape in New York.