Zach Kehoe Photography
Example of a trendy kids' room design in Minneapolis

This home was built by Candlelight Homes for the 2011 Salt Lake Parade of Homes.
Arts and crafts exterior home photo in Salt Lake City

Mid-sized cottage white two-story concrete fiberboard house exterior idea in Chicago with a metal roof

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Lakefront property in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is hard to come by, so when we were hired by this young family with exactly that, we were immediately inspired by not just the unusually large footprint of this 1950’s colonial revival but also the lovely views of the manmade lake it was sited on. The large 5-bedroom home was solidly stuck in the 1980’s, but we saw tons of potential. We started out by updating the existing staircase with a fresh coat of paint and adding new herringbone slate to the entry hall. The powder room off the entryway also got a refresh - new flooring, new cabinets and fixtures. We ran the new slate right through into this space for some consistency. A fun wallpaper and shiplap trim add a welcoming feel and set the tone for the home. Next, we tackled the kitchen. Located away from the rest of the first floor, the kitchen felt a little isolated, so we immediately began planning for how to better connect it to the rest of the first floor. We landed on removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room and designed a modified galley style space with separate cooking and clean up zones. The cooking zone consists of the refrigerator, prep sink and cooktop, along with a nice long run of prep space at the island. The cleanup side of the kitchen consists of the main sink and dishwasher. Both areas are situated so that the user can view the lake during prep work and cleanup! One of the home’s main puzzles was how to incorporate the mudroom and area in front of the patio doors at the back of the house. We already had a breakfast table area, so the space by the patio doors was a bit of a no man’s land. We decided to separate the kitchen proper from what became the new mudroom with a large set of barn doors. That way you can quickly hide any mudroom messes but have easy access to the light coming in through the patio doors as well as the outdoor grilling station. We also love the impact the barn doors add to the overall space. The homeowners’ first words to us were “it’s time to ditch the brown,” so we did! We chose a lovely blue pallet that reflects the home’s location on the lake which is also vibrant yet easy on the eye. Countertops are white quartz, and the natural oak floor works well with the other honey accents. The breakfast table was given a refresh with new chairs, chandelier and window treatments that frame the gorgeous views of the lake out the back. We coordinated the slate mudroom flooring with that used in the home’s main entrance for a consistent feel. The storage area consists of open and closed storage to allow for some clutter control as needed. Next on our “to do” list was revamping the dated brown bar area in the neighboring dining room. We eliminated the clutter by adding some closed cabinets and did some easy updates to help the space feel more current. One snag we ran into here was the discovery of a beam above the existing open shelving that had to be modified with a smaller structural beam to allow for our new design to work. This was an unexpected surprise, but in the end we think it was well worth it! We kept the colors here a bit more muted to blend with the homeowner’s existing furnishings. Open shelving and polished nickel hardware add some simple detail to the new entertainment zone which also looks out onto the lake! Next we tackled the upstairs starting with the homeowner’s son’s bath. The bath originally had both a tub shower and a separate shower, so we decided to swap out the shower for a new laundry area. This freed up some space downstairs in what used to be the mudroom/laundry room and is much more convenient for daily laundry needs. We continued the blue palette here with navy cabinetry and the navy tile in the shower. Porcelain floor tile and chrome fixtures keep maintenance to a minimum while matte black mirrors and lighting add some depth the design. A low maintenance runner adds some warmth underfoot and ties the whole space together. We added a pocket door to the bathroom to minimize interference with the door swings. The left door of the laundry closet is on a 180 degree hinge to allow for easy full access to the machines. Next we tackled the master bath which is an en suite arrangement. The original was typical of the 1980’s with the vanity outside of the bathroom, situated near the master closet. And the brown theme continued here with multiple shades of brown. Our first move was to segment off the bath and the closet from the master bedroom. We created a short hall from the bedroom to the bathroom with his and hers walk-in closets on the left and right as well as a separate toilet closet outside of the main bathroom for privacy and flexibility. The original bathroom had a giant soaking tub with steps (dangerous!) as well as a small shower that did not work well for our homeowner who is 6’3”. With other bathtubs in the home, they decided to eliminate the tub and create an oversized shower which takes up the space where the old tub was located. The double vanity is on the opposite wall and a bench is located under the window for morning conversations and a place to set a couple of towels. The pallet in here is light and airy with a mix of blond wood, creamy porcelain and marble tile, and brass accents. A simple roman shade adds some texture and it’s top-down mechanism allows for light and privacy. This large whole house remodel gave our homeowners not only the ability to maximize the potential of their home but also created a lovely new frame from which to view their fabulous lake views. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Bathroom - contemporary mosaic tile bathroom idea in Las Vegas

Inspiration for a timeless bathroom remodel in San Francisco with white cabinets

Casey Dunn
Example of a cottage dark wood floor and brown floor living room design in Austin with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

These shipping container offices are designed to be easily assemble, disassemble, and transport. Every container is provided with a lockbox on the outside. Not only are these offices self- contained, modern, and low cost, but they can be delivered within a predictable time frame. For a professional look on the shipping container, put your companies logo on the side!

Brent Rowland
Inspiration for a large craftsman master gray tile light wood floor bathroom remodel in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, a one-piece toilet and beige walls

Re-PDX Photography.com
Large arts and crafts open concept living room photo in Portland with beige walls

The restoration of a c.1850's plantation house with a compatible addition, pool, pool house, and outdoor kitchen pavilion; project includes historic finishes, refurbished vintage light and plumbing fixtures, antique furniture, custom cabinetry and millwork, encaustic tile, new and vintage reproduction appliances, and historic reproduction carpets and drapes. © Copyright 2011, Rick Patrick Photography

A Modern Farmhouse set in a prairie setting exudes charm and simplicity. Wrap around porches and copious windows make outdoor/indoor living seamless while the interior finishings are extremely high on detail. In floor heating under porcelain tile in the entire lower level, Fond du Lac stone mimicking an original foundation wall and rough hewn wood finishes contrast with the sleek finishes of carrera marble in the master and top of the line appliances and soapstone counters of the kitchen. This home is a study in contrasts, while still providing a completely harmonious aura.

Zach Kehoe Photography
Example of a trendy kids' room design in Minneapolis

Higher than normal chair rail height which adds to the Grand and Luxurious formal Living room. This room has a Paris inspired vintage appeal from years past but yet the crisp more streamline furnishings give it a fresh and very current look. This includes highly detailed custom Millwork and Faux finishes throughout. Photography by Carlson Productions, LLC

Custom Farmhouse on the Easter Shore of Maryland.
Inspiration for a large timeless brown two-story wood exterior home remodel in Los Angeles with a hip roof

Bedroom - rustic bedroom idea in San Diego

This kitchen started with a story that I love because the design was completely representative of the client's personality and what feelings she wanted her newly decorated space to evoke. Upon initial design consults, one of the first things she presented to me when asked how she wanted the kitchen to look was a piece of pottery that one of her children had made for her. Simple and earthen feeling, it evoked a quality that was both homespun yet refined and captured the essence of what her new kitchen would eventually become. The evolution of the design, although based on one small item, transformed this space into a gorgeously functional "cook's kitchen" with two islands, a 48" Wolf range, a wine tasting area and a wonderfully generous eating area for the family of six. Accents such as beadboard on the end panels, the contrasting color combinations of the range hood top and the end bookend cabinets, the cup drawer pulls and the old schoolhouse pendants add an irresistible charm that makes this kitchen cozy yet dramatic. Photo by Pete Maric.

Interior Design Consulting by J & J Designs, LLC.
Home design - mid-sized contemporary home design idea in DC Metro

We have been making custom homes, offices, homestead buildings and garden storage since 1995. We also carry a wide range of cabin kits, shed kits and diy plans.