Inspiration for a single front door remodel in Baltimore with a white front door

Photography by Juliana Franco
Mid-sized 1950s beige one-story brick gable roof idea in Houston with a shingle roof

Kathryn Millet
Study room - mid-sized contemporary dark wood floor and brown floor study room idea in Los Angeles with no fireplace and gray walls

Ariana Miller with ANM Photography. www.anmphoto.com
Freestanding bathtub - large cottage master gray tile ceramic tile freestanding bathtub idea in Dallas with shaker cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops and white cabinets

Walk-in bathing room. Sporty Spa.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master multicolored tile and mosaic tile mosaic tile floor and multicolored floor freestanding bathtub remodel in Portland with white walls

Susan Fisher Plotner/Susan Fisher Photography
Example of a trendy medium tone wood floor bedroom design in London with beige walls

Bathroom - transitional dark wood floor and brown floor bathroom idea in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls and white countertops

Living room - mid-sized country formal and open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room idea in Salt Lake City with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Spectacular unobstructed views of the Bay, Bridge, Alcatraz, San Francisco skyline and the rolling hills of Marin greet you from almost every window of this stunning Provençal Villa located in the acclaimed Middle Ridge neighborhood of Mill Valley. Built in 2000, this exclusive 5 bedroom, 5+ bath estate was thoughtfully designed by architect Jorge de Quesada to provide a classically elegant backdrop for today’s active lifestyle. Perfectly positioned on over half an acre with flat lawns and an award winning garden there is unmatched sense of privacy just minutes from the shops and restaurants of downtown Mill Valley. A curved stone staircase leads from the charming entry gate to the private front lawn and on to the grand hand carved front door. A gracious formal entry and wide hall opens out to the main living spaces of the home and out to the view beyond. The Venetian plaster walls and soaring ceilings provide an open airy feeling to the living room and country chef’s kitchen, while three sets of oversized French doors lead onto the Jerusalem Limestone patios and bring in the panoramic views. The chef’s kitchen is the focal point of the warm welcoming great room and features a range-top and double wall ovens, two dishwashers, marble counters and sinks with Waterworks fixtures. The tile backsplash behind the range pays homage to Monet’s Giverny kitchen. A fireplace offers up a cozy sitting area to lounge and watch television or curl up with a book. There is ample space for a farm table for casual dining. In addition to a well-appointed formal living room, the main level of this estate includes an office, stunning library/den with faux tortoise detailing, butler’s pantry, powder room, and a wonderful indoor/outdoor flow allowing the spectacular setting to envelop every space. A wide staircase leads up to the four main bedrooms of home. There is a spacious master suite complete with private balcony and French doors showcasing the views. The suite features his and her baths complete with walk – in closets, and steam showers. In hers there is a sumptuous soaking tub positioned to make the most of the view. Two additional bedrooms share a bath while the third is en-suite. The laundry room features a second set of stairs leading back to the butler’s pantry, garage and outdoor areas. The lowest level of the home includes a legal second unit complete with kitchen, spacious walk in closet, private entry and patio area. In addition to interior access to the second unit there is a spacious exercise room, the potential for a poolside kitchenette, second laundry room, and secure storage area primed to become a state of the art tasting room/wine cellar. From the main level the spacious entertaining patio leads you out to the magnificent grounds and pool area. Designed by Steve Stucky, the gardens were featured on the 2007 Mill Valley Outdoor Art Club tour. A level lawn leads to the focal point of the grounds; the iconic “Crags Head” outcropping favored by hikers as far back as the 19th century. The perfect place to stop for lunch and take in the spectacular view. The Century old Sonoma Olive trees and lavender plantings add a Mediterranean touch to the two lawn areas that also include an antique fountain, and a charming custom Barbara Butler playhouse. Inspired by Provence and built to exacting standards this charming villa provides an elegant yet welcoming environment designed to meet the needs of today’s active lifestyle while staying true to its Continental roots creating a warm and inviting space ready to call home.

Mid-sized transitional open concept dark wood floor living room photo in Toronto with a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and gray walls

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).

Doorless shower - large coastal master multicolored tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and brown floor doorless shower idea with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

The Master Bedroom has a uninterrupted view of the outdoors with a large picture window. The window seat provides great storage. The fireplace and TV are angled for viewing from both the bed and window seat. Photographer: Ethan Rohloff

Inspiration for a rustic medium tone wood floor front door remodel

Opening of an entrance to a panic room through a hidden door.
Large transitional foyer photo in Salt Lake City

Utility room - mid-sized traditional galley dark wood floor and wallpaper ceiling utility room idea with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, subway tile backsplash, blue walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

Master bedroom luxury awaits at this smart house. Music, TV, lights, shades, fireplace, and security systems are all controlled by a simple touchscreen.

Inspiration for a large transitional gender-neutral marble floor and white floor walk-in closet remodel in Miami with open cabinets and light wood cabinets

Example of a large transitional master gray tile gray floor bathroom design with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, a vessel sink and gray countertops