Alcove bathtub - small modern 3/4 white tile and subway tile marble floor and gray floor alcove bathtub idea in DC Metro with furniture-like cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops and gray countertops

Example of a mid-sized trendy formal medium tone wood floor living room design in Miami with white walls

This cozy lake cottage skillfully incorporates a number of features that would normally be restricted to a larger home design. A glance of the exterior reveals a simple story and a half gable running the length of the home, enveloping the majority of the interior spaces. To the rear, a pair of gables with copper roofing flanks a covered dining area that connects to a screened porch. Inside, a linear foyer reveals a generous staircase with cascading landing. Further back, a centrally placed kitchen is connected to all of the other main level entertaining spaces through expansive cased openings. A private study serves as the perfect buffer between the homes master suite and living room. Despite its small footprint, the master suite manages to incorporate several closets, built-ins, and adjacent master bath complete with a soaker tub flanked by separate enclosures for shower and water closet. Upstairs, a generous double vanity bathroom is shared by a bunkroom, exercise space, and private bedroom. The bunkroom is configured to provide sleeping accommodations for up to 4 people. The rear facing exercise has great views of the rear yard through a set of windows that overlook the copper roof of the screened porch below. Builder: DeVries & Onderlinde Builders Interior Designer: Vision Interiors by Visbeen Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography

Photo: A Darling Felicity Photography © 2015 Houzz
Example of a mid-sized country porcelain tile mudroom design in Seattle with green walls

Karen Swanson of New England Design Works Designed this Pennville Kitchen for her own home, and it won not only the regional Sub-Zero award, but also the National Kitchen & Bath Association's medium kitchen of the year. Karen is located in Manchester, MA and can be reached at nedesignworks@gmail.com or 978.500.1096.

Mid-sized transitional master marble floor bathroom photo in Vancouver with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

Example of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 ceramic tile and multicolored tile porcelain tile and gray floor tub/shower combo design in Salt Lake City with quartzite countertops, blue walls, an undermount sink, medium tone wood cabinets, flat-panel cabinets, a two-piece toilet, a hinged shower door and white countertops

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Example of a small minimalist gray tile and mosaic tile porcelain tile corner shower design in Minneapolis with a two-piece toilet and gray walls

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Large elegant master bathroom photo in Miami

Inspiration for a transitional bathroom remodel in Austin

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2015 Houzz
Inspiration for a 1960s concrete floor bedroom remodel in Dallas with white walls

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Large elegant master bathroom photo with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount sink and quartzite countertops

Photo: Rachel Loewen © 2019 Houzz
Inspiration for a transitional bedroom remodel in Chicago

The 1x2 mosaic accents surround the entire depth of the shower niche and are completed by the OG boarder. Desired By: Robert Griffin Photo Credit: Erin Weaver, Desired Photo

Large porcelain floor tile, 12 x 24 inch, in a brick set pattern, provides a smooth and calming element in this space, not to mention that the floors are heated! Photo by Chrissy Racho.

Large Masterbathroom with new Bellmont cabinets, Cambria Countertops, Emser Eurasia Cafe wall tile, Warmup Radiant Floor heating, Walk-in shower with double niches and pebble floor pan. Additional Make-up desk was added near corner window that replaced the former large tub. Photos by Shane Michaels

Walk-in shower - contemporary concrete floor walk-in shower idea in Burlington with a wall-mount sink

Inspiration for a transitional bathroom remodel in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls and an undermount sink

WATCH the time lapse video of this kitchen remodel: https://youtu.be/caemXXlauLU   Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This Glen Ellyn homeowner came to us, frustrated with the layout and size of their current kitchen, looking for help generating ideas for how to maximize functionality within the constraints of the space. After visiting with them and seeing the home’s layout, I realized that looking at the bigger picture of how they used the entire first floor might bring us some dramatic solutions. We ended up flipping the kitchen and family room and taking down the wall separating the two creating one big open floor plan for the family to enjoy. There is still a visual separation between the rooms because of their different lengths and the overall space now relates nicely to the dining room which was also opened up to both rooms. The new kitchen is an L-shaped space that is no longer cramped and small and is truly a cook’s dream. The fridge is on one end, a large cooktop and sink are located along the main perimeter and double ovens located at the end of the “L” complete the layout. Ample work surface along the perimeter and on the large island makes entertaining a breeze. An existing door to the patio remains, floods the room with light and provides easy access to the existing outdoor deck for entertaining and grilling. White cabinetry with quartz countertops, Carrera marble backsplash tile and a contrasting gray island give the space a clean and modern feel. The gray pendant lights and stainless appliances bring a slight industrial feel to the space letting you know that some serious cooking will take place here. Once we had their Dream Kitchen design completed, the homeowners decided to tackle another project at the same time. We made plans to create a master suite upstairs by combining two existing bedrooms into a larger bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet. The existing spaces were not overly large so getting everything on the wish list into the design was a challenge. In the end, we came up with a design that works. The two bedrooms were adjoined, one wall moved back slightly to make for a slightly larger bedroom, and the remaining space was allotted to the new bathroom and a walk in closet. The bathroom consists of a double vanity and a large shower with a barn door shower door. A skylight brings light into the space and helps make it feel larger and more open. The new walk-in closet is accessible through the bathroom, and we even managed to fit in a small entry vestibule that houses some additional storage and makes a nice transition from the hallway. A white vanity, Carrera tops and gray floor tile make for a serene space that feels just right for this home. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com