Chad Mellon Photographer
Living room - large modern open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room idea in Orange County with white walls, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a tile fireplace

Open concept kitchen - huge contemporary galley porcelain tile and black floor open concept kitchen idea in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white appliances, an island, a single-bowl sink, quartz countertops, white backsplash and white countertops

This 1910 West Highlands home was so compartmentalized that you couldn't help to notice you were constantly entering a new room every 8-10 feet. There was also a 500 SF addition put on the back of the home to accommodate a living room, 3/4 bath, laundry room and back foyer - 350 SF of that was for the living room. Needless to say, the house needed to be gutted and replanned. Kitchen+Dining+Laundry-Like most of these early 1900's homes, the kitchen was not the heartbeat of the home like they are today. This kitchen was tucked away in the back and smaller than any other social rooms in the house. We knocked out the walls of the dining room to expand and created an open floor plan suitable for any type of gathering. As a nod to the history of the home, we used butcherblock for all the countertops and shelving which was accented by tones of brass, dusty blues and light-warm greys. This room had no storage before so creating ample storage and a variety of storage types was a critical ask for the client. One of my favorite details is the blue crown that draws from one end of the space to the other, accenting a ceiling that was otherwise forgotten. Primary Bath-This did not exist prior to the remodel and the client wanted a more neutral space with strong visual details. We split the walls in half with a datum line that transitions from penny gap molding to the tile in the shower. To provide some more visual drama, we did a chevron tile arrangement on the floor, gridded the shower enclosure for some deep contrast an array of brass and quartz to elevate the finishes. Powder Bath-This is always a fun place to let your vision get out of the box a bit. All the elements were familiar to the space but modernized and more playful. The floor has a wood look tile in a herringbone arrangement, a navy vanity, gold fixtures that are all servants to the star of the room - the blue and white deco wall tile behind the vanity. Full Bath-This was a quirky little bathroom that you'd always keep the door closed when guests are over. Now we have brought the blue tones into the space and accented it with bronze fixtures and a playful southwestern floor tile. Living Room & Office-This room was too big for its own good and now serves multiple purposes. We condensed the space to provide a living area for the whole family plus other guests and left enough room to explain the space with floor cushions. The office was a bonus to the project as it provided privacy to a room that otherwise had none before.

Needless to say, this kitchen is a cook’s dream. With an oversized peninsula, there is plenty of space to create tasteful confections. They added another element of interest to their design by mitering the edges of their countertop, creating the look of a thicker slab and adding a nice focal point to the space. Pulling the whole look together, they complemented the sea pearl quartzite countertop beautifully with the use of grey subway tile. Cabinets were custom built by Chandler in a shaker style with narrow 2" recessed panel and painted in a sherwin williams paint called silverplate in eggshell finish. The hardware was ordered through topknobs in the pennington style, various sizes used.

Bottles, boxes, and even the iron are stored neatly out of sight within the sturdy, easy-to-clean wire baskets. Adjustable positions let you hold supplies easily, and a soft, silent open/close eliminates needless noise.

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless blue two-story mixed siding house exterior remodel in San Francisco with a shingle roof and a hip roof

© Vance Fox Photography
Example of a large mountain style formal and enclosed dark wood floor living room design in Sacramento with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Eric Roth Photography
Elegant medium tone wood floor vestibule photo in Boston with green walls and a medium wood front door

Bruce Damonte
Drop-in bathtub - mid-sized modern master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and white floor drop-in bathtub idea in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white walls, a hinged shower door and white countertops

Photos: John Robledo Foto
Mid-sized mountain style open concept living room photo in Denver with a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Our designer has achieved a stylish look by combining dark cabinets and light-colored marbles.

Liz Glasgow
Example of a large transitional formal and open concept dark wood floor living room design in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Definitely a room with a view. Needless to say, it gets a lot of use!
Small elegant white one-story wood exterior home photo in Los Angeles with a hip roof

Amy Pearman, Boyd Pearman Photography
Example of a large transitional master brown tile brown floor and ceramic tile wet room design with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door, turquoise countertops and quartzite countertops

The original kitchen was designed and built by the original homeowner, needless to say neither design nor building was his profession. Further, the entire house has hydronic tubing in gypcrete for heat which means to utilities (water, ventilation or power) could be brought up through the floor or down from the ceiling except on the the exterior walls. The current homeowners love to cook and have a seasonal garden that generates a lot of lovely fruits and vegetables for both immediate consumption and preserving, hence, kitchen counter space, two sinks, the induction cooktop and the steam oven were all 'must haves' for both the husband and the wife. The beautiful wood plank porcelain tile floors ensures a slip resistant floor that is sturdy enough to stand up to their three four-legged children. Utilizing the three existing j-boxes in the ceiling, the cable and rail system combined with the under cabinet light illuminates every corner of this formerly dark kitchen. The rustic knotty alder cabinetry, wood plank tile floor and the bronze finish hardware/lighting all help to achieve the rustic casual look the homeowners craved. Photo by A Kitchen That Works LLC

Needless walls blocked the kitchen form the living room and lake views

Lori Dennis Interior Design SoCal Contractor Ken Hayden Photography
Large minimalist backyard infinity hot tub photo in San Diego

Shawna Feeley
Inspiration for a timeless bathroom remodel in New York

This home started out as a remodel of a family’s beloved summer cottage. A fire started on the work site which caused irreparable damage. Needless to say, a remodel turned into a brand-new home. We were brought on board to help our clients re-imagine their summer haven. Windows were important to maximize the gorgeous lake view. Access to the lake was also very important, so an outdoor shower off the mudroom/laundry area with its own side entrance provided a nice beach entry for the kids. A large kitchen island open to dining and living was imperative for the family and the time they like to spend together. The master suite is on the main floor and three bedrooms upstairs, one of which has built-in bunks allows the kids to have their own area. While the original family cottage is no more, we were able to successfully help our clients begin again so they can start new memories. - Jacqueline Southby Photography