Dan Patterson
Small trendy master beige tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile freestanding bathtub photo in Cincinnati with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and granite countertops

Small trendy master light wood floor bedroom photo in Philadelphia with white walls

Susan Teare photography
Freestanding bathtub - cottage master medium tone wood floor and gray floor freestanding bathtub idea in Burlington with gray cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, gray countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

Inspiration for a modern master light wood floor, brown floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub remodel in Indianapolis with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

photo credit: Haris Kenjar Original Mission tile floor. Arteriors lighting. Newport Brass faucets. West Elm mirror. Victoria + Albert tub. caesarstone countertops custom tile bath surround

Photos: Jeff Zaruba. Renovation in Mill Valley. Great Room.
Example of a country living room design in San Francisco

Photo by Ted Knude
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional ceramic tile, black tile and gray tile ceramic tile and gray floor powder room remodel in Calgary with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls, a vessel sink, quartz countertops and white countertops

Example of a large minimalist open concept light wood floor and brown floor family room design in Austin with white walls, no fireplace and a tv stand

This project was such an incredible design opportunity, and instilled inspiration and excitement at every turn! Our amazing clients came to us with the challenge of converting their beloved family home into a welcoming haven for all members of the family. At the time that we met our clients, they were struggling with the difficult personal decision of the fate of the home. Their father/father-in-law had passed away and their mother/mother-in-law had recently been admitted into a nursing facility and was fighting Alzheimer’s. Resistant to loss of the home now that both parents were out of it, our clients purchased the home to keep in in the family. Despite their permanent home currently being in New Jersey, these clients dedicated themselves to keeping and revitalizing the house. We were moved by the story and became immediately passionate about bringing this dream to life. The home was built by the parents of our clients and was only ever owned by them, making this a truly special space to the family. Our goal was to revitalize the home and to bring new energy into every room without losing the special characteristics that were original to the home when it was built. In this way, we were able to develop a house that maintains its own unique personality while offering a space of welcoming neutrality for all members of the family to enjoy over time. The renovation touched every part of the home: the exterior, foyer, kitchen, living room, sun room, garage, six bedrooms, three bathrooms, the laundry room, and everything in between. The focus was to develop a style that carried consistently from space to space, but allowed for unique expression in the small details in every room. Starting at the entry, we renovated the front door and entry point to offer more presence and to bring more of the mid-century vibe to the home’s exterior. We integrated a new modern front door, cedar shingle accents, new exterior paint, and gorgeous contemporary house numbers that really allow the home to stand out. Just inside the entry, we renovated the foyer to create a playful entry point worthy of attention. Cement look tile adorns the foyer floor, and we’ve added new lighting and upgraded the entry coat storage. Upon entering the home, one will immediately be captivated by the stunning kitchen just off the entry. We transformed this space in just about every way. While the footprint of the home ultimately remained almost identical, the aesthetics were completely turned on their head. We re-worked the kitchen to maximize storage and to create an informal dining area that is great for casual hosting or morning coffee. We removed the entry to the garage that was once in the informal dining, and created a peninsula in its place that offers a unique division between the kitchen/informal dining and the formal dining and living areas. The simple light warm light gray cabinetry offers a bit of traditional elegance, along with the marble backsplash and quartz countertops. We extended the original wood flooring into the kitchen and stained all floors to match for a warmth that truly resonates through all spaces. We upgraded appliances, added lighting everywhere, and finished the space with some gorgeous mid century furniture pieces. In the formal dining and living room, we really focused on maintaining the original marble fireplace as a focal point. We cleaned the marble, repaired the mortar, and refinished the original fireplace screen to give a new sleek look in black. We then integrated a new gas insert for modern heating and painted the upper portion in a rich navy blue; an accent that is carried through the home consistently as a nod to our client’s love of the color. The former entry into the old covered porch is now an elegant glass door leading to a stunning finished sunroom. This room was completely upgraded as well. We wrapped the entire space in cozy white shiplap to keep a casual feel with brightness. We tiled the floor with large format concrete look tile, and painted the old brick fireplace a bright white. We installed a new gas burning unit, and integrated transitional style lighting to bring warmth and elegance into the space. The new black-frame windows are adorned with decorative shades that feature hand-sketched bird prints, and we’ve created a dedicated garden-ware “nook” for our client who loves to work in the yard. The far end of this space is completed with two oversized chaise loungers and overhead lights…the most perfect little reading nook! Just off the dining room, we created an entirely new space to the home: a mudroom. The clients lacked this space and desperately needed a landing spot upon entering the home from the garage. We uniquely planned existing space in the garage to utilize for this purpose, and were able to create a small but functional entry point without losing the ability to park cars in the garage. This new space features cement-look tile, gorgeous deep brown cabinetry, and plenty of storage for all the small items one might need to store while moving in and out of the home. The remainder of the upstairs level includes massive renovations to the guest hall bathroom and guest bedroom, upstairs master bed/bath suite, and a third bedroom that we converted into a home office for the client. Some of the largest transformations were made in the basement, where unfinished space and lack of light were converted into gloriously lit, cozy, finished spaces. Our first task was to convert the massive basement living room into the new master bedroom for our clients. We removed existing built-ins, created an entirely new walk-in closet, painted the old brick fireplace, installed a new gas unit, added carpet, introduced new lighting, replaced windows, and upgraded every part of the aesthetic appearance. One of the most incredible features of this space is the custom double sliding barn door made by a Denver artisan. This space is truly a retreat for our clients! We also completely transformed the laundry room, back storage room, basement master bathroom, and two bedrooms. This home’s massive scope and ever-evolving challenges were thrilling and exciting to work with, and the result is absolutely amazing. At the end of the day, this home offers a look and feel that the clients love. Above all, though, the clients feel the spirit of their family home and have a welcoming environment for all members of the family to enjoy for years to come.

Custom design by Cynthia Soda of Soda Pop Design Inc. in Toronto, Canada. Photography by Stephani Buchman Photography.
Open concept kitchen - large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, an island, an undermount sink and wood countertops

Photography: Stephani Buchman Floral: Bluebird Event Design
Example of a large transitional women's dark wood floor dressing room design in Toronto with white cabinets and recessed-panel cabinets

Draped in variation, this bathroom's lush green 3x12 tile in a stacked pattern makes morning routines more enjoyable! DESIGN Jessica Davis PHOTOS Emily Followill Photography Tile Shown: 3x12 in Rosemary; Small Diamond in Escher Pattern in Carbon Sand Dune, Rosemary

Ben Benschneider
Example of a trendy white tile and mosaic tile alcove bathtub design in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets

The compact footprint and efficient, cockpit-like, interior spaces serve their functions well without gratuity. A rooftop photovoltaic solar panel system offsets power consumption, and careful attention to natural day lighting and ventilation combined with a high efficiency radiant floor heating system help make the house a modest energy user. photo credit - John Ellis

Custom copper hood and plaster surround. Terracota backslash tile in a deep blue-green hue used as n accent behind the stove.
Example of a tuscan l-shaped kitchen design in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops and an island

Spacecrafting Photography
Inspiration for a large mediterranean galley dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, marble countertops and white backsplash

View of the house from the backyard pool area. integrates steps on the right connect the lower level lawn with the pool and patio. Full floor to ceiling windows allow for stunning views of the farm fields on the backside and ocean on the front.

Arts and crafts light wood floor bedroom photo in Los Angeles with no fireplace

The building had a single stack running through the primary bath, so to create a double vanity, a trough sink was installed. Oversized hexagon tile makes this bathroom appear spacious, and ceramic textured like wood creates a zen-like spa atmosphere. Close attention was focused on the installation of the floor tile so that the zero-clearance walk-in shower would appear seamless throughout the space.