Photo of a mid-sized traditional drought-tolerant backyard mulch water fountain landscape in Los Angeles.

Large mountain style l-shaped travertine floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen photo in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash and matchstick tile backsplash

Dino Tonn Photography
Front door - contemporary front door idea in Phoenix with a glass front door

Pacific Northwest beach house, Pathway garden.
Inspiration for a mid-sized coastal gray two-story mixed siding gable roof remodel in Seattle with a shingle roof

Andrew Cutright
Inspiration for a small traditional full sun backyard concrete paver water fountain landscape in DC Metro.

This growing family of six was struggling with a dysfunctional kitchen design. The center island had been installed at an odd angle that limited accessibility and traffic flow. Additionally, storage space was limited by poor cabinet design. Finally, doorways in and out of the kitchen were narrow and poorly located, especially for children dashing in and out. Other design challenges included how to better use a 10’ x 12’ room for children’s jackets and toys and how to add a professional-quality gas range in a neighborhood were natural gas wasn’t available. The new design would address all of these issues. DESIGN SOLUTIONS The new kitchen design revolves around a more proportional island. Carefully placed in the center of the new space with seating for four, it includes a prep sink, a second dishwasher and a beverage center. The distressed ebony-stained island and hutch provides a brilliant contrast between the white color cabinetry. White Carrera marble countertops and backsplash top both island and perimeter cabinets. Tall, double stacked cabinetry lines two walls to maximize storage space. Across the room there was an unused wall that now contains a 36” tower fridge and freezer, both covered with matching panels, and a tall cabinet that contains a microwave, steam unit and warming drawer. A propane tank was buried in the back yard to provide gas to a new 60” professional range and cooktop. A custom-made wood mantel hood blends perfectly with the cabinet style. The old laundry room was reconfigured to have lots of locker space for all kids and added cabinetry for storage. A double entry door separated the new mudroom from the rest of the back hall. In the back hall the back windows were replaced with a set of French door and added decking to create a direct access to deck and backyard. The end result is an open floor plan, high-end appliances, great traffic flow and pleasing colors. The homeowner calls it the “kitchen of her dreams.”

Landscape by Kim Rooney
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary full sun courtyard stone formal garden in Seattle.

Bluestone, limestone and cedar all work in concert.
Example of a classic backyard stone shade patio design for summer in Chicago

© David Papazian
Large transitional gender-neutral dark wood floor nursery photo in Portland with yellow walls

Tour Factory
Transitional dark wood floor kitchen pantry photo in Raleigh with open cabinets, gray cabinets and stainless steel appliances

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2014 Houzz
Inspiration for a transitional living room remodel in New York with white walls

This stunning pool has an Antigua Pebble finish, tanning ledge and 5 bar seats. The L-shaped, open-air cabana houses an outdoor living room with a custom fire table, a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances including a sink, refrigerator, wine cooler and grill, a spacious dining and bar area with leathered granite counter tops and a spa like bathroom with an outdoor shower making it perfect for entertaining both small family cookouts and large parties.

Warm white living room accented with natural jute rug and linen furniture. White brick fireplace with wood mantle compliments light tone wood floors.

Mia Fayssoux Buckland
Photo of a mid-sized traditional shade side yard stone garden path in Boston for spring.

Jenn Baker
Open concept kitchen - large industrial l-shaped concrete floor open concept kitchen idea in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, wood backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Photo Cred: Seth Hannula
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances, a single-bowl sink and white countertops

Outdoor Living Spaces, Custom Wood Structures, Outdoor Seating, Professionally Designed Landscape, Cedar Fencing, Gazebo, Covered Structures, Paths & Walkways, 1/4 Minus Walkway, Flagstone Hardscaping, Decking, Tile Hardscaping

Example of a mid-sized beach style white two-story wood exterior home design in Miami with a hip roof

hillside enclave | spa inspired living spaces. coy ponds | classic wood barrel soaking tub | coastal views. natural warm materials | re-use of antique balinese wood panel. Photography ©Ciro Coelho/ArchitecturalPhoto.com