Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal dark wood floor living room remodel in Chicago with a stone fireplace, gray walls and a standard fireplace

Reverse Shed Eichler This project is part tear-down, part remodel. The original L-shaped plan allowed the living/ dining/ kitchen wing to be completely re-built while retaining the shell of the bedroom wing virtually intact. The rebuilt entertainment wing was enlarged 50% and covered with a low-slope reverse-shed roof sloping from eleven to thirteen feet. The shed roof floats on a continuous glass clerestory with eight foot transom. Cantilevered steel frames support wood roof beams with eaves of up to ten feet. An interior glass clerestory separates the kitchen and livingroom for sound control. A wall-to-wall skylight illuminates the north wall of the kitchen/family room. New additions at the back of the house add several “sliding” wall planes, where interior walls continue past full-height windows to the exterior, complimenting the typical Eichler indoor-outdoor ceiling and floor planes. The existing bedroom wing has been re-configured on the interior, changing three small bedrooms into two larger ones, and adding a guest suite in part of the original garage. A previous den addition provided the perfect spot for a large master ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Natural materials predominate, with fir ceilings, limestone veneer fireplace walls, anigre veneer cabinets, fir sliding windows and interior doors, bamboo floors, and concrete patios and walks. Landscape design by Bernard Trainor: www.bernardtrainor.com (see “Concrete Jungle” in April 2014 edition of Dwell magazine). Microsoft Media Center installation of the Year, 2008: www.cybermanor.com/ultimate_install.html (automated shades, radiant heating system, and lights, as well as security & sound).

The palm trees stand tall against the landscape of the area. They signal to anyone who can see them that there is an oasis in the desert!!!! This front yard has curb appeal that incorporates color, texture, creates interest, and draws attention to its fabulous features. Republic Gardens also maintains this landscape...it's money well spent because to install it was money well invested!!!

Freestanding bathtub - large transitional master white tile and stone tile dark wood floor freestanding bathtub idea in Manchester with black walls, an undermount sink and a niche

Classic White Marble Guest Power-Room Designed by Julie Lyons. Photography by Dan Cutrona
Bathroom - small traditional white tile and stone tile marble floor bathroom idea in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops and white walls

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Large 1960s l-shaped kitchen photo in Las Vegas with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, gray backsplash, white walls and an island

Marcel Page marcelpagephotography.com
Inspiration for a transitional single-wall light wood floor wet bar remodel in Chicago with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an undermount sink and red backsplash

Photo of a traditional water fountain landscape in Seattle.

Trendy master dark wood floor bedroom photo with gray walls and no fireplace

Inspiration for a contemporary home office remodel in Los Angeles with white walls

Kitchen - mid-sized traditional u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen idea in Houston with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble countertops, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and beaded inset cabinets

Example of a classic built-in desk medium tone wood floor study room design in Baltimore with white walls

Paradise Pool Project Designed, Built, & Maintained by Garden Artisans LLC, Cranbury, NJ Photo by Peter Jamet
This is an example of a large traditional full sun backyard stone formal garden in New York with a fire pit for summer.

photo by Seed Studio, editing by TR PhotoStudio
Photo of a small modern drought-tolerant and full sun backyard gravel landscaping in San Francisco with a fire pit.

Luke Gibson Photography
Transitional women's dark wood floor reach-in closet photo in Los Angeles with white cabinets and gray walls

Joshua Johnstone
Example of a transitional eat-in kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and subway tile backsplash

Our clients purchased this 1950 ranch style cottage knowing it needed to be updated. They fell in love with the location, being within walking distance to White Rock Lake. They wanted to redesign the layout of the house to improve the flow and function of the spaces while maintaining a cozy feel. They wanted to explore the idea of opening up the kitchen and possibly even relocating it. A laundry room and mudroom space needed to be added to that space, as well. Both bathrooms needed a complete update and they wanted to enlarge the master bath if possible, to have a double vanity and more efficient storage. With two small boys and one on the way, they ideally wanted to add a 3rd bedroom to the house within the existing footprint but were open to possibly designing an addition, if that wasn’t possible. In the end, we gave them everything they wanted, without having to put an addition on to the home. They absolutely love the openness of their new kitchen and living spaces and we even added a small bar! They have their much-needed laundry room and mudroom off the back patio, so their “drop zone” is out of the way. We were able to add storage and double vanity to the master bathroom by enclosing what used to be a coat closet near the entryway and using that sq. ft. in the bathroom. The functionality of this house has completely changed and has definitely changed the lives of our clients for the better!

Cape Cod; Dennis, MA This kitchen beautifully captures the essence of a Cape Cod coastal style, blending a light, airy color palette with high-end, functional elements. The room is centered around a kitchen island with a dark countertop and classic turned legs, offering a striking visual contrast to the mostly white space. The island provides both a spacious workspace and a casual dining area with woven bar stools that feature a subtle patterned cushion. Above the island, two modern pendant lights with polished metal shades serve as a focal point and provide task lighting. The kitchen's main work area features a white farmhouse sink situated beneath a large window, which floods the space with natural light. The countertops and full-height backsplash are a single slab of white marble with delicate veining, creating a clean and luxurious surface. The white shaker-style cabinetry, including glass-front cabinets for displaying dishes, reinforces the traditional coastal aesthetic. On the far left, a large, integrated refrigerator with sleek handles maintains the clean, built-in look of the cabinetry. The light wood floors provide warmth and a connection to natural elements, completing the inviting and sophisticated feel of the room.

Jeeheon Cho
Deck - contemporary deck idea in Detroit