Study room - contemporary built-in desk dark wood floor study room idea in New York with blue walls

Mariko Reed
Mid-sized trendy balcony photo in Los Angeles with a roof extension

Bruce Damonte
Inspiration for an eclectic living room remodel in San Francisco

Randy Angell, Designer GOLD International Award of Excellence winner - The transitional modern home was designed with large amounts of glass opening into the courtyard, creating an indoor-outdoor feel, and a visual connection among the spaces that could not be ignored. The neighboring wall, however, was not only rather imposing, but also of a style completely disconnected from our clients home. Our goal was to create a layering effect, with features of varying heights, both to add depth and dimension to the space, and to take the focus of the viewer off of the neighbor's wall.

Down-to-studs remodel and second floor addition. The original house was a simple plain ranch house with a layout that didn’t function well for the family. We changed the house to a contemporary Mediterranean with an eclectic mix of details. Space was limited by City Planning requirements so an important aspect of the design was to optimize every bit of space, both inside and outside. The living space extends out to functional places in the back and front yards: a private shaded back yard and a sunny seating area in the front yard off the kitchen where neighbors can easily mingle with the family. A Japanese bath off the master bedroom upstairs overlooks a private roof deck which is screened from neighbors’ views by a trellis with plants growing from planter boxes and with lanterns hanging from a trellis above. Photography by Kurt Manley. https://saikleyarchitects.com/portfolio/modern-mediterranean/

Outside patio and firepit photo credit: Steve Rawls
Example of a small farmhouse front yard gravel patio design in Austin with no cover and a fire pit

Photos By Shawn Lortie Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary brown two-story mixed siding exterior home remodel in DC Metro

This is an example of a mid-sized southwestern drought-tolerant, partial sun and desert side yard brick landscaping in Phoenix.

The industrious clients came to us with dreams of a new garage structure to provide a home for all of their passions. The design came together around a three car garage with room for a micro-brewery, workshop and bicycle storage – all attached to the house via a new three season porch – and a native prairie landscape and sauna structure on the roof. Designed by Jody McGuire Photographed by Corey Gaffer

This is an example of a cottage porch design in Boston with decking and a roof extension.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional light wood floor mudroom remodel in Chicago with purple walls

The quaking aspen provide upper level screening, but still allow light through to the patio. Photography by Larry Huene Photography.
Example of a small trendy backyard stone patio design in Chicago with a pergola

To accommodate the client's request for a designated storage space for her large dinner plates, we installed a custom roll-out storage solution. This unique feature was thoughtfully designed to be both practical and aesthetically pleasing, providing an elegant means to showcase her exquisite collection.

Mid-sized trendy u-shaped slate floor open concept kitchen photo in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, wood countertops, multicolored backsplash, black appliances, a peninsula, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, ceramic backsplash and beige countertops

Example of a transitional dining room design in Minneapolis

Large cottage black two-story wood exterior home idea in San Francisco

Point West at Macatawa Park, MI
Beach style screened-in porch photo in Grand Rapids with decking and a roof extension

Photo by Patrick Ketchum
Example of a 1950s kitchen design in Other

Photo: Nanette Wong © 2014 Houzz
Small elegant concrete patio photo in San Francisco with no cover