The granite adorning the bench seat, niche shelf and nestled atop the pony wall works with the travertine to lend warmth to the beautiful Emser Tile Vista "Sight" Pattern glass and stone blend mosaic. The Delta Faucet "Cassidy" oil rubbed bronze shower fixtures create beauty while providing an amazing shower experience. Designed By: Robert Griffin Credit: Erin Weaver, Desired Photo

Laundry closet on second floor of custom home by Boardwalk Builders. Rehoboth Beach, DE www.boardwalkbuilders.com photos Sue Fortier
Laundry closet - mid-sized modern single-wall porcelain tile laundry closet idea with open cabinets, white walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

The Shaker style cabinet gives this master bath a traditional feel with clean, classic lines. The porcelain floor tile is a 12x24 that runs the length of the room.

Custom black cabinet made to fit without drawers showing on the outside.
Inspiration for a small transitional porcelain tile and white floor powder room remodel in Houston with furniture-like cabinets, black cabinets, white walls, a drop-in sink, quartzite countertops and a one-piece toilet

This modern farmhouse bathroom has an extra large vanity with double sinks to make use of a longer rectangular bathroom. The wall behind the vanity has counter to ceiling Jeffrey Court white subway tiles that tie into the shower. There is a playful mix of metals throughout including the black framed round mirrors from CB2, brass & black sconces with glass globes from Shades of Light , and gold wall-mounted faucets from Phylrich. The countertop is quartz with some gold veining to pull the selections together. The charcoal navy custom vanity has ample storage including a pull-out laundry basket while providing contrast to the quartz countertop and brass hexagon cabinet hardware from CB2. This bathroom has a glass enclosed tub/shower that is tiled to the ceiling. White subway tiles are used on two sides with an accent deco tile wall with larger textured field tiles in a chevron pattern on the back wall. The niche incorporates penny rounds on the back using the same countertop quartz for the shelves with a black Schluter edge detail that pops against the deco tile wall. Photography by LifeCreated.

Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Bedroom - mid-sized contemporary guest dark wood floor and brown floor bedroom idea with black walls and no fireplace

Calm and serene master with steam shower and double shower head. Low sheen walnut cabinets add warmth and color
Example of a large mid-century modern master gray tile and marble tile marble floor, gray floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub design in Chicago with furniture-like cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Photography: Eric Roth Photo

This couple purchased a second home as a respite from city living. Living primarily in downtown Chicago the couple desired a place to connect with nature. The home is located on 80 acres and is situated far back on a wooded lot with a pond, pool and a detached rec room. The home includes four bedrooms and one bunkroom along with five full baths. The home was stripped down to the studs, a total gut. Linc modified the exterior and created a modern look by removing the balconies on the exterior, removing the roof overhang, adding vertical siding and painting the structure black. The garage was converted into a detached rec room and a new pool was added complete with outdoor shower, concrete pavers, ipe wood wall and a limestone surround. Living Room Details: Two-story space open to the kitchen features a cultured cut stone fireplace and wood niche. The niche exposes the existing stone prior to the renovation. -Large picture windows -Sofa, Interior Define -Poof, Luminaire -Artwork, Linc Thelen (Oil on Canvas) -Sconces, Lighting NY -Coffe table, Restoration Hardware -Rug, Crate and Barrel -Floor lamp, Restoration Hardware -Storage beneath the painting, custom by Linc in his shop. -Side table, Mater -Lamp, Gantri -White shiplap ceiling with white oak beams -Flooring is rough wide plank white oak and distressed

Michele Lee Willson Photography
Example of a trendy brown tile bathroom design in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white walls

This floor based reach-in-closet featured in white veneer and brushed aluminum hardware, provides plenty of storage space. Our sectional aluminum sliding doors in charcoal with smoked frosted glass are a sleek and functional way to access your belongings. Even compact spaces can have a modern and stylish look. Attractive lighting brightens up your closet helping you see and match the color of clothes better. Top shelves are great for storing rarely used or seasonal items while matching storage boxes are useful for keeping more delicate items neat. With tons of hanging space you can easily hang a long skirt and still have room to store your handbags underneath. Adjustable hanging rods make it simple to sort by color and fit more hanging space into your closet. Fixed belt hooks and shoe cubbies allow you to conveniently and quickly match the perfect accessory to any outfit. Removable hampers are a stress-free way to carry and sort laundry. This design also includes plenty of drawer space. At transFORM we specialize in custom designed closets that allow you to showcase your wardrobe while staying beautifully organized.

Inspiration for a 1950s bathroom remodel in San Francisco

Inspiration for a transitional master medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom remodel with gray walls and no fireplace

Mid-Century Modern Master Bathroom- Project done with ABC Modern
Inspiration for a 1960s master white floor and double-sink bathroom remodel in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Chris Leschinsky
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean full sun concrete paver landscaping in San Luis Obispo with a fire pit.

Example of a transitional gender-neutral medium tone wood floor and brown floor walk-in closet design in New York with open cabinets and dark wood cabinets

James Ray Spahn
Mountain style medium tone wood floor living room photo in Denver with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Here was a unique way we provided storage in my Clients shower. The shelves were made out of quartz material.
Bathroom - large transitional bathroom idea in Denver

To meet code and gain floor space, we tore out the bulky sink cabinet and installed the smallest pedestal sink we could find.
Small trendy 3/4 blue tile ceramic tile alcove bathtub photo in Minneapolis with a pedestal sink, a two-piece toilet and white walls