We planned a thoughtful redesign of this beautiful home while retaining many of the existing features. We wanted this house to feel the immediacy of its environment. So we carried the exterior front entry style into the interiors, too, as a way to bring the beautiful outdoors in. In addition, we added patios to all the bedrooms to make them feel much bigger. Luckily for us, our temperate California climate makes it possible for the patios to be used consistently throughout the year. The original kitchen design did not have exposed beams, but we decided to replicate the motif of the 30" living room beams in the kitchen as well, making it one of our favorite details of the house. To make the kitchen more functional, we added a second island allowing us to separate kitchen tasks. The sink island works as a food prep area, and the bar island is for mail, crafts, and quick snacks. We designed the primary bedroom as a relaxation sanctuary – something we highly recommend to all parents. It features some of our favorite things: a cognac leather reading chair next to a fireplace, Scottish plaid fabrics, a vegetable dye rug, art from our favorite cities, and goofy portraits of the kids. --- Project designed by Courtney Thomas Design in La Cañada. Serving Pasadena, Glendale, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, and Altadena. For more about Courtney Thomas Design, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/portfolio/functional-ranch-house-design/

jeff herr photography
Large transitional master gray tile and stone tile bathroom photo in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, a one-piece toilet and beige walls

The family's important "out-the-door" items and reminder notes are located in an ideal spot (making mornings a bit easier). Mary Parker Architectural Photography

Wing Wong, Memories TTL
Mid-sized eclectic medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Photos by Jon Upson
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional porcelain tile kitchen remodel in San Diego with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

Bedroom - modern bedroom idea in New York

Bathroom - large farmhouse master gray tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile and gray floor bathroom idea in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount tub, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

This is a great house. Perched high on a private, heavily wooded site, it has a rustic contemporary aesthetic. Vaulted ceilings, sky lights, large windows and natural materials punctuate the main spaces. The existing large format mosaic slate floor grabs your attention upon entering the home extending throughout the foyer, kitchen, and family room. Specific requirements included a larger island with workspace for each of the homeowners featuring a homemade pasta station which requires small appliances on lift-up mechanisms as well as a custom-designed pasta drying rack. Both chefs wanted their own prep sink on the island complete with a garbage “shoot” which we concealed below sliding cutting boards. A second and overwhelming requirement was storage for a large collection of dishes, serving platters, specialty utensils, cooking equipment and such. To meet those needs we took the opportunity to get creative with storage: sliding doors were designed for a coffee station adjacent to the main sink; hid the steam oven, microwave and toaster oven within a stainless steel niche hidden behind pantry doors; added a narrow base cabinet adjacent to the range for their large spice collection; concealed a small broom closet behind the refrigerator; and filled the only available wall with full-height storage complete with a small niche for charging phones and organizing mail. We added 48” high base cabinets behind the main sink to function as a bar/buffet counter as well as overflow for kitchen items. The client’s existing vintage commercial grade Wolf stove and hood commands attention with a tall backdrop of exposed brick from the fireplace in the adjacent living room. We loved the rustic appeal of the brick along with the existing wood beams, and complimented those elements with wired brushed white oak cabinets. The grayish stain ties in the floor color while the slab door style brings a modern element to the space. We lightened the color scheme with a mix of white marble and quartz countertops. The waterfall countertop adjacent to the dining table shows off the amazing veining of the marble while adding contrast to the floor. Special materials are used throughout, featured on the textured leather-wrapped pantry doors, patina zinc bar countertop, and hand-stitched leather cabinet hardware. We took advantage of the tall ceilings by adding two walnut linear pendants over the island that create a sculptural effect and coordinated them with the new dining pendant and three wall sconces on the beam over the main sink.

CHAD CHENIER PHOTOGRAPHY
Example of a classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen design in New Orleans with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Paul Crosby Architectural Photography
Living room - craftsman living room idea in Minneapolis

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2016 Houzz
Example of a minimalist bathroom design in New York

Dedicated laundry room - large contemporary galley light wood floor dedicated laundry room idea in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white walls and beige countertops

Designed by Sarah Sherman Samuel
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian master white tile and ceramic tile beige floor bathroom remodel in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an undermount tub, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a vessel sink, wood countertops and beige countertops

Butler Pantry with decorative glass front door for upper cabinets. Sherwin Williams Irish Cream wall color. Mediterranean Ivory Honed Travertine floor and backsplash. River White Granite counters.

Our Gramercy Crib is the focal point in this luxurious, stylish nursery! For more details and information, please call us or visit the direct page for this product on our website here: http://www.afkfurniture.com/products/gramercy-crib-6.html

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Photography: Landmark Photography
Small minimalist wooden floating open staircase photo in Minneapolis

A talented interior designer was ready for a complete redo of her 1980s style kitchen in Chappaqua. Although very spacious, she was looking for better storage and flow in the kitchen, so a smaller island with greater clearances were desired. Grey glazed cabinetry island balances the warm-toned cerused white oak perimeter cabinetry. White macauba countertops create a harmonious color palette while the decorative backsplash behind the range adds both pattern and texture. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry by Studio Dearborn. Interior design finishes by Strauss House Designs LLC. White Macauba countertops by Rye Marble. Refrigerator, freezer and wine refrigerator by Subzero; Range by Viking Hardware by Lewis Dolan. Sink by Julien. Over counter Lighting by Providence Art Glass. Chandelier by Niche Modern (custom). Sink faucet by Rohl. Tile, Artistic Tile. Chairs and stools, Soho Concept. Photography Adam Kane Macchia.

Cynthia Lynn
Example of a large transitional single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar design in Chicago with glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops and white countertops

We decided on a retro look for our new kitchen with lots of display shelving, happy colors, laminate counters (no cracking!), a chubby old stove, period details and “linoleum” flooring.