A machined hood, custom stainless cabinetry and exposed ducting harkens to a commercial vibe. The 5'x10' marble topped island wears many hats. It serves as a large work surface, tons of storage, informal seating, and a visual line that separates the eating and cooking areas. Photo by Lincoln Barber

Bedroom and mid-sized elegant boy dark wood floor kids' bedroom photo in New York with multicolored walls

Photo credit: Aristea Rizakos
Dining room - contemporary light wood floor dining room idea in Toronto with white walls

Recent installation of tidal sand ripple pic. Floated in frame style
Inspiration for a large contemporary kitchen/dining room combo remodel in New York with gray walls

Bedroom with on-suite bathroom in a modern beach home.
Mid-sized beach style guest dark wood floor bedroom photo in Los Angeles with white walls

Huge beach style master medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom photo in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Telescoping French doors were adding in the living room for easy indoor-outdoor access. Photo by Lee Manning Photography
Inspiration for a large timeless open concept medium tone wood floor home office remodel in Los Angeles with white walls

Freestanding bathtub - transitional dark wood floor freestanding bathtub idea in Charleston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls and an undermount sink

Interior Design by Michele Hybner. Remodel and Basement Finish by Malibu Homes. Photo by Amoura Productions.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed carpeted and beige floor living room remodel in Omaha with a music area, blue walls, a ribbon fireplace and no tv

Flower lover garden David Morello
Photo of a mid-sized craftsman front yard stone flower bed in Houston for summer.

Renovation of 1960's bathroom in New York City. Dimensions, less than 5"-0" x 8'-0". Thassos marble subway tiles with Blue Celeste mosaic and slabs. Kohler shower head and sprays, Furniture Guild vanity, Toto faucet and toilet Photo: Elizabeth Dooley

Custom kitchen with Danby Marble and Pietra Cardosa Counters
Cottage u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

Example of a trendy master light wood floor and beige floor bedroom design in Los Angeles with white walls

Small urban vertical balcony garden photo in Melbourne with decking and a roof extension

Small transitional single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor bar cart photo in New York with no sink and open cabinets

Builder: Denali Custom Homes - Architectural Designer: Alexander Design Group - Interior Designer: Studio M Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography

The painted Nantucket beadboard ceiling creates a sharp contrast with richly-stained cherry paneling, fireplace surround, cabinetry and curved beams.
Large elegant enclosed medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room library photo with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv

Douglas fir’s light rosy color is set off by its straight and handsome grain pattern and will “redden” over time when exposed to light. It is also tight knotted and close-grained, adding the bonus of beauty to its structural capabilities. Designers appreciate the rich visual quality of Douglas fir texture and grain as well as its response to fine craftsmanship and finishing. A favorite wood for custom cabinets, furniture and millwork, it works easily and resists wear. And its characteristics make it ideal for joinery: doors, window and door casings, mantels, stairs and baseboards.

Lake Cottage Porch, standing seam metal roofing and cedar shakes blend into the Vermont fall foliage. Simple and elegant. Photos by Susan Teare
Rustic one-story wood exterior home idea in Burlington with a metal roof and a black roof