Inspiration for a large transitional guest carpeted bedroom remodel in Boston with gray walls and no fireplace

Inspiration for a contemporary great room remodel in New York with white walls

Elegant medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Portland with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash and an island

Vivian Johnson
Dining room - small transitional dining room idea in San Francisco

Example of a beach style dark wood floor and brown floor bedroom design in Charleston with gray walls

Bedroom. Photo by Clark Dugger
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master brown floor and medium tone wood floor bedroom remodel in Los Angeles with white walls and no fireplace

This residence is situated on a flat site with views north and west to the mountain range. The opposing roof forms open the primary living spaces on the ground floor to these views, while the upper floor captures the sun and view to the south. The integrity of these two forms are emphasized by a linear skylight at their meeting point. The sequence of entry to the house begins at the south of the property adjacent to a vast conservation easement, and is fortified by a wall that defines a path of movement and connects the interior spaces to the outdoors. The addition of the garage outbuilding creates an arrival courtyard. A.I.A Wyoming Chapter Design Award of Merit 2014 Project Year: 2008

Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept slate floor and multicolored floor family room remodel in DC Metro with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed living room remodel in Orange County with beige walls and no tv

Example of a large trendy open concept slate floor and multicolored floor family room design in DC Metro with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Family room - large contemporary open concept slate floor and multicolored floor family room idea in DC Metro with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Example of a transitional brown floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Other with beige walls and no fireplace

Even small spaces need great design. Container and small space gardens - decks, alcoves and patios are all great spots to "green" up with planted pots. Add color, texture and warmth to your small spaces - or drama to a large space - with a well-designed container. Birdbaths, fountains, troughs and more make great containers. Irrigation can be run to your containers or Oyas (water vessels) can be planted in the containers to provide irrigation and to keep your plants healthy.

Ross Cooperthwaite photographer
Tuscan beige two-story gable roof photo in Denver

Example of a trendy white tile alcove shower design in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets and medium tone wood cabinets

Photo: Mick Hales
Inspiration for a country brick floor eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and marble countertops

Inside the cabin, an open floorplan lends itself to family moments and entertaining. An exposed wood ceiling creates a rustic vibe while contemporary furniture keep the space balanced. A stone wood burning fireplace with oversized reclaimed wood mantle is a dramatic centerpiece to the room. Large windows and sliding glass doors keep open eye lines to the lake view.

Inspiration for a large 1960s open concept and formal dark wood floor living room remodel in Austin with white walls, no fireplace and no tv

Klopf Architecture and Jesse Ososki Art remodeled an existing Eichler atrium home into a brighter, more open, and more functional version of its original self. The goals were to preserve the Eichler look and feel without the need to strictly adhere to it. The scope of work included re-configuring the master bedroom/bath, the kitchen, and the hall bath/laundry area, as well as updating interior finishes throughout to be more sophisticated. The owners are detail-oriented and were very involved in the design process, down to the selection of lighting controls and stainless steel faceplates.Their design aesthetic leans toward the Scandinavian — light and bright, with simple straight lines and pure geometric shapes. The finish flooring is large porcelain tile (24” x 24”) in a neutral grey tone, providing a uniform backdrop against which other materials can stand out. The same tile continues into the shower floor (with a different finish texture for slip-resistance) and up the shower/tub walls (in a smaller size). Heath Classic Field ceramic tile in Modern Blue was used sparingly, to add color at the hall bath vanity backsplash and at the shampoo niches in both bathrooms. Back-painted soda glass in pale blue to match the Heath tile was used at the kitchen backsplash. This same accent color was also used at the front entry atrium door. Kitchen cabinetry, countertops, appliances, and light fixtures are all white, making the kitchen feel more airy and light. Countertops are Caesarstone Blizzard. The owners chose to keep some of the original Eichler elements: the concrete masonry fireplace; the stained tongue-and-groove redwood ceiling decking; and the luan wall paneling. The luan paneling was lightly sanded, cleaned, and re-stained. The owners also kept an added element that was installed by a previous owner: sliding shoji panels at all bedroom windows and sliding glass doors, for both privacy and sun control. Grooves were cut into the new tile flooring for the shoji panels to slide in, creating a more integrated look. Walnut was used to add warmth and contrast at the kitchen bar top and niche, the bathroom vanities, and the window sill/ledge under the kitchen window. This Burlingame Eichler Remodel is a 2,121 sf, 4 bedroom/2 bath home located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Klopf Architecture Project Team: John Klopf, Klara Kevane and Yegvenia Torres Zavala Contractor: Jesse Ososki Art Structural Engineer: Emmanuel Pun Photography ©2018 Mariko Reed Location: Burlingame, CA Year completed: 2017