Bunkhouse - an ultimate space for sleep-overs and fun hang-out times. Photography: Jon Huelskamp
Example of a trendy gray floor and carpeted playroom design in Minneapolis with gray walls

The Tice Residences replace a run-down and aging duplex with two separate, modern, Santa Barbara homes. Although the unique creek-side site (which the client’s original home looked toward across a small ravine) proposed significant challenges, the clients were certain they wanted to live on the lush “Riviera” hillside. The challenges presented were ultimately overcome through a thorough and careful study of site conditions. With an extremely efficient use of space and strategic placement of windows and decks, privacy is maintained while affording expansive views from each home to the creek, downtown Santa Barbara and Pacific Ocean beyond. Both homes appear to have far more openness than their compact lots afford. The solution strikes a balance between enclosure and openness. Walls and landscape elements divide and protect two private domains, and are in turn, carefully penetrated to reveal views. Both homes are variations on one consistent theme: elegant composition of contemporary, “warm” materials; strong roof planes punctuated by vertical masses; and floating decks. The project forms an intimate connection with its setting by using site-excavated stone, terracing landscape planters with native plantings, and utilizing the shade provided by its ancient Riviera Oak trees. 2012 AIA Santa Barbara Chapter Merit Award Jim Bartsch Photography

Alcove shower - contemporary white tile alcove shower idea in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets

Contemporary White Kitchen
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, white walls and an island

Coming from Minnesota this couple already had an appreciation for a woodland retreat. Wanting to lay some roots in Sun Valley, Idaho, guided the incorporation of historic hewn, stone and stucco into this cozy home among a stand of aspens with its eye on the skiing and hiking of the surrounding mountains. Miller Architects, PC

Tre Dunham
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped brick floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and brick backsplash

Landscape contracting by Avid Landscape. Carpentry by Contemporary Homestead. Photograph by Meghan Montgomery.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional full sun backyard gravel landscaping in Seattle with a fire pit.

Kitchen remodel
Mid-sized transitional kitchen photo in San Diego

Example of a classic boy carpeted and beige floor childrens' room design in Grand Rapids with green walls

A teenage boy's bedroom reflecting his love for sports. The style allows the room to age well as the occupant grows from tweens through his teen years. Photography by: Peter Rymwid

Brady Architectural Photography
Eat-in kitchen - contemporary galley dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Mid-sized beach style painted curved staircase photo with painted risers

Inspiration for a transitional wet bar remodel with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets and medium tone wood cabinets

Basement bunk room for the grandkids. 2 Queen beds below and 2 Double beds above. Sleeps 8.
Bedroom beach style gender-neutral light wood floor kids' bedroom photo in San Diego with white walls

State Parkway, Jessica Lagrange Interiors LLC, Photo by Tony Soluri
Ornate freestanding bathtub photo in Chicago with gray walls

The family room opens up from the kitchen and then again onto the back, screened in porch for an open floor plan that makes a cottage home seem wide open. The gray walls with transom windows and white trim are soothing; the brick fireplace with white surround is a stunning focal point. The hardwood floors set off the room. And then we have the ceiling - wow, what a ceiling - washed butt board and coffered. What a great gathering place for family and friends.

Photography by Michael J. Lee
Alcove shower - large contemporary master gray tile and porcelain tile travertine floor alcove shower idea in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, gray walls, a vessel sink, quartz countertops and a hinged shower door

Walk In Custom Closet
Example of a transitional gender-neutral dark wood floor and brown floor walk-in closet design in Atlanta with shaker cabinets and white cabinets

Tuscan galley kitchen photo in Orange County with an island