This is a wonderful lap pool that has a taste of modern with the clean lines and cement cabana that also has a flair of the rustic with wood beams and a hill country stone bench. It also has a simple grass lawn that has very large planters as signature statements to once again give it a modern feel. Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery

Martin King
Large transitional master gray tile, mosaic tile and white tile gray floor and ceramic tile alcove shower photo in Orange County with an undermount sink, gray cabinets, gray walls, shaker cabinets, a two-piece toilet, quartz countertops and a hinged shower door

The color palette includes blues, aquas and natural browns accented by metallic silvers and grays - soft, cool tones that subtly change from room to room just as the Gulf Coast waters change from morning to night.

The best of past and present architectural styles combine in this welcoming, farmhouse-inspired design. Clad in low-maintenance siding, the distinctive exterior has plenty of street appeal, with its columned porch, multiple gables, shutters and interesting roof lines. Other exterior highlights included trusses over the garage doors, horizontal lap siding and brick and stone accents. The interior is equally impressive, with an open floor plan that accommodates today’s family and modern lifestyles. An eight-foot covered porch leads into a large foyer and a powder room. Beyond, the spacious first floor includes more than 2,000 square feet, with one side dominated by public spaces that include a large open living room, centrally located kitchen with a large island that seats six and a u-shaped counter plan, formal dining area that seats eight for holidays and special occasions and a convenient laundry and mud room. The left side of the floor plan contains the serene master suite, with an oversized master bath, large walk-in closet and 16 by 18-foot master bedroom that includes a large picture window that lets in maximum light and is perfect for capturing nearby views. Relax with a cup of morning coffee or an evening cocktail on the nearby covered patio, which can be accessed from both the living room and the master bedroom. Upstairs, an additional 900 square feet includes two 11 by 14-foot upper bedrooms with bath and closet and a an approximately 700 square foot guest suite over the garage that includes a relaxing sitting area, galley kitchen and bath, perfect for guests or in-laws.

Kat Alves Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary dark wood floor bedroom remodel in Sacramento

photo credit GREGORY M. RICHARD COPYRIGHT © 2013

Kitchen - large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets, beige backsplash, an island, white cabinets, a farmhouse sink, soapstone countertops and ceramic backsplash

JS Gibson
Large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and black floor laundry room photo in Charleston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

This beautiful eclectic kitchen brings together the class and simplistic feel of mid century modern with the comfort and natural elements of the farmhouse style. The white cabinets, tile and countertops make the perfect backdrop for the pops of color from the beams, brass hardware and black metal fixtures and cabinet frames.

Inspiration for a farmhouse white two-story gable roof remodel in San Francisco

Example of a classic backyard stone and rectangular pool fountain design in Richmond

A rustic kids' room designed for ages 4 to 10, featuring cozy double deck beds, soft gray carpet flooring, and a warm, playful ambiance. This functional and eco-friendly space is part of the sustainable organic modern mountain home.

The eyebrow beds of Pachysandra and Polygonatum define the spaces and blend quietly with the bluestone.
Photo of a traditional shade backyard stone garden path in Chicago for summer.

Lighting from behind this deeply distressed counter top toward camera shows every bit of it's texture. Copyright Carl Mayfield Photography
Kitchen - traditional kitchen idea in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Bryan Allen
Inspiration for a timeless sunroom remodel with a glass ceiling

Nantucket Architectural Photography
Example of a large beach style master white tile and ceramic tile light wood floor freestanding bathtub design in Boston with white cabinets, granite countertops, white walls, an undermount sink and flat-panel cabinets

Elegant foyer stair wraps a paneled, two-story entry hall. David Burroughs
Staircase - traditional wooden u-shaped staircase idea in Baltimore with painted risers

Adam Latham, Belair Photography
Example of a small classic single-wall medium tone wood floor wet bar design in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and mirror backsplash

The front entry includes a built-in bench and storage for the family's shoes. Photographer: Tyler Chartier
Mid-sized 1960s dark wood floor foyer photo in San Francisco with a dark wood front door and white walls