Photo: Whitney Lyons © 2014 Houzz
Example of a classic entryway design in Portland

Gibeon Photography. Troy Lighting Edison Pendants / Phillip Jeffries Faux Leather Wall covering
Alcove shower - rustic alcove shower idea in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, beige walls, an integrated sink, concrete countertops and a hinged shower door

This project was completed for clients who wanted a comfortable, accessible 1ST floor bathroom for their grown daughter to use during visits to their home as well as a nicely-appointed space for any guest. Their daughter has some accessibility challenges so the bathroom was also designed with that in mind. The original space worked fairly well in some ways, but we were able to tweak a few features to make the space even easier to maneuver through. We started by making the entry to the shower flush so that there is no curb to step over. In addition, although there was an existing oversized seat in the shower, it was way too deep and not comfortable to sit on and just wasted space. We made the shower a little smaller and then provided a fold down teak seat that is slip resistant, warm and comfortable to sit on and can flip down only when needed. Thus we were able to create some additional storage by way of open shelving to the left of the shower area. The open shelving matches the wood vanity and allows a spot for the homeowners to display heirlooms as well as practical storage for things like towels and other bath necessities. We carefully measured all the existing heights and locations of countertops, toilet seat, and grab bars to make sure that we did not undo the things that were already working well. We added some additional hidden grab bars or “grabcessories” at the toilet paper holder and shower shelf for an extra layer of assurance. Large format, slip-resistant floor tile was added eliminating as many grout lines as possible making the surface less prone to tripping. We used a wood look tile as an accent on the walls, and open storage in the vanity allowing for easy access for clean towels. Bronze fixtures and frameless glass shower doors add an elegant yet homey feel that was important for the homeowner. A pivot mirror allows adjustability for different users. If you are interested in designing a bathroom featuring “Living In Place” or accessibility features, give us a call to find out more. Susan Klimala, CKBD, is a Certified Aging In Place Specialist (CAPS) and particularly enjoys helping her clients with unique needs in the context of beautifully designed spaces. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel

Paul Dyer Photography
Bedroom - farmhouse master concrete floor bedroom idea in San Francisco with brown walls, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace

The shower space is fitted with plumbing fixtures from the Kohler Artifacts collection in polished nickel. The single function Artifacts showerhead and hand shower are shown. The tile is Cararra porcelain accented by the "eternal ring" mosaic from The Kohler Surfaces collection. Kyle J Caldwell Photography Inc

Excuse me....this is the laundry room? OMG I could stay in here all day and do laundry.
Laundry room - traditional beige floor laundry room idea in Portland with beige cabinets and beige countertops

Example of a beach style medium tone wood floor living room design in Miami with white walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Example of a small transitional open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room design in Vancouver with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace and a media wall

Example of a transitional gender-neutral walk-in closet design in Chicago with open cabinets and gray cabinets

Designed using Trex Transcend decking in Lava Rock – a rich reddish-black shade with subtle shading and natural shade variations creating distinctive hardwood-like streaking and intense tropical hues and Trex Transcend decking in Tiki Torch – a warm, earthy shade features rich, reddish-brown hardwood streaking, and is designed to off the look of real tropical hardwoods with slight variations of color and streaking. Additional Trex products featured include Trex Elevations, Trex Reveal railing, Trex Pergola, Trex Outdoor Furniture and Trex Outdoor Lighting – stair riser lights, post cap lights and recessed lights.

Lindsay Chambers Design, Roger Davies Photography
Example of a mid-sized classic master white tile and marble tile white floor freestanding bathtub design in Los Angeles with purple cabinets, an undermount sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door, recessed-panel cabinets and beige walls

The master bathroom at the modern texas prefab.
Urban master bathroom photo in Austin with an integrated sink and concrete countertops

Inspiration for a timeless master white tile and mosaic tile marble floor freestanding bathtub remodel in Boston with marble countertops and white walls

An Organic Southwestern master bathroom with slate and snail shower. Architect: Urban Design Associates, Lee Hutchison Interior Designer: Bess Jones Interiors Builder: R-Net Custom Homes Photography: Dino Tonn

Bedroom - large transitional master vaulted ceiling, wallpaper, carpeted and gray floor bedroom idea in Orange County with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround

Photo by Angie Seckinger Compact walk-in closet (5' x 5') in White Chocolate textured melamine. Recessed panel doors & drawer fronts, crown & base moldings to match.

Construction by Plath + Co. Photography by Eric Rorer. Interior Design by Jan Wasson.
Inspiration for a small timeless painted wood floor powder room remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops and blue walls

Blackstone Edge Studios
Bathroom - large transitional kids' ceramic tile and white tile ceramic tile bathroom idea in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, green walls and marble countertops

A built-in home office features the classic Eames chairs with an open shelving unit. Matthew Willams Photography Victoria Kirk Interiors Co-Designer
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional freestanding desk medium tone wood floor study room remodel in Auckland with white walls