Magnetic Board with kitchen desk beyond. Photo by Ryann Ford.
Example of a transitional medium tone wood floor kitchen design in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets and wood countertops

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Example of an urban medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen design in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, metallic backsplash, metal backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands and multicolored countertops

Kitchen - large industrial medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, ceramic backsplash and a single-bowl sink

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Example of a mid-sized transitional dark wood floor enclosed dining room design in Other with gray walls and no fireplace

From Plain to Fabulous A great thing about building a new home is that you are starting fresh. Being a Florida decorator, many of our clients are moving from the Northern or Mid-West states. We advise them to leave their often dark, large pieces of traditional furniture behind and just bring pieces that have value to them whether sentimental or monetary. This dining room was a pleasure because it was a clean slate with large windows letting in the morning sun. The floors are hand-scraped engineered wood in Brazilian walnut which give the entire home a warm feel to counteract the stark white walls. The home owners have a large art collection and specifically chose the white paint so that the paintings can be seen at their best and moved around the home easily. The owners host many dinner parties throughout the year and wanted a table that was virtually indestructible, and that visitors didn’t have to be careful with. This long Mango wood trestle table comfortably seats between eight and ten and has an antique grey, distressed look that is similar to driftwood. We alternated turquoise and light blue dining chairs for some contrast. An outstanding centerpiece for the room is a dazzling grey chandelier with an outstanding display of brilliant graphite crystals. Hundreds of faceted crystals are suspended from ten fluted glass arms. Wall sconces in chrome with grey linen shades were added and all the lighting is on dimmers for a choice of bright or mood lighting depending on the required ambience. To control the harsh Florida sunlight that can leech color out of furnishings within weeks, we installed light grey Silhouette window shades which keep approximately 97% of harmful UV rays out but still let in light even when fully closed. Traversing draperies were installed floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall providing a spectacular color wall of cream, green, purple and turquoise. The hardware is hidden behind the crown moulding for a clean, modern look. The best part of this design story lies in the large-scale artwork. The home owner had been given the painting years ago when she lived in Philadelphia but the colors didn’t suit her Northern palette. The painting was hidden in the attic but during the move was crated and sent to Florida. After not seeing it for sixteen years she had forgotten what it looked like and when she saw the crate about to be off-loaded asked the removal crew to take it away. At the last minute she decided to look in the crate and was surprised and delighted to find the perfect artwork for her dining room! Lastly, hand-torn wallpaper was installed in a custom color in the tray ceiling. As this room is used for dinner parties, games and even casual dining we decided not to install a rug for ease of use and movement around the table. Photographer: Rolando Diaz

Complete renovation of a brownstone in a landmark district, including the recreation of the original stoop. Kate Glicksberg Photography
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Builder | Thin Air Construction | Photography | Jon Kohlwey Designer | Tara Bender Starmark Cabinetry
Example of a large mountain style l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen design in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, quartz countertops, beige backsplash and subway tile backsplash

Photo: Margot Hartford © 2016 Houzz
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Farmhouse porcelain tile and brown floor kitchen photo in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, white backsplash, a peninsula and white countertops

A cute mission style home in downtown Sacramento is home to a couple whose style runs a little more eclectic. We elevated the cabinets to the fullest height of the wall and topped with textured painted mesh lit uppers. We kept the original soapstone counters and redesigned the lower base cabinets for more functionality and a modern aesthetic. All painted surfaces including the wood floors are Farrow and Ball. What makes this space really special? The swing of course!

This classic farmhouse kitchen is a perfect expression of timeless design, blending warm, natural elements with a refined modern farmhouse interior. Custom wood cabinets anchor the space with rich texture and craftsmanship, while exposed wood beams overhead add architectural character and an inviting sense of authenticity. Light countertops brighten the kitchen, creating a soft contrast against the cabinetry and enhancing the open, airy feel. At the center, a green kitchen island serves as both a functional prep space and a striking focal point, bringing depth and personality to the room.

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped light wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Photographer- Chris Edwards http://www.houzz.com/pro/cedwardsphoto/chris-edwards-photography Designer- Heather Smith http://www.houzz.com/pro/circainteriorsnc/circa-interiors-and-antiques Aug/Sept 2015 Old World. Modern Lifestyle. http://urbanhomemagazine.com/feature/1393

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