Casey Dunn
Patio - large modern backyard stone patio idea in Austin with a roof extension

The vertically-laid glass mosaic backsplash adds a beautiful and modern detail that frames the stainless steel range hood to create a grand focal point from across the room. The neutral color palette keeps the space feeling crisp and light, working harmoniously with the Northwest view outside. Patrick Barta Photography

Inspiration for a contemporary two-story wood flat roof remodel in Miami

Michael K. Wilkinson
Craftsman green three-story gable roof idea in DC Metro

White Oak screen and planks for doors. photo by Whit Preston
1960s concrete floor entryway photo in Austin with white walls and a medium wood front door

Pool - mid-sized contemporary tile and rectangular pool idea in Phoenix

Reverse Shed Eichler This project is part tear-down, part remodel. The original L-shaped plan allowed the living/ dining/ kitchen wing to be completely re-built while retaining the shell of the bedroom wing virtually intact. The rebuilt entertainment wing was enlarged 50% and covered with a low-slope reverse-shed roof sloping from eleven to thirteen feet. The shed roof floats on a continuous glass clerestory with eight foot transom. Cantilevered steel frames support wood roof beams with eaves of up to ten feet. An interior glass clerestory separates the kitchen and livingroom for sound control. A wall-to-wall skylight illuminates the north wall of the kitchen/family room. New additions at the back of the house add several “sliding” wall planes, where interior walls continue past full-height windows to the exterior, complimenting the typical Eichler indoor-outdoor ceiling and floor planes. The existing bedroom wing has been re-configured on the interior, changing three small bedrooms into two larger ones, and adding a guest suite in part of the original garage. A previous den addition provided the perfect spot for a large master ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Natural materials predominate, with fir ceilings, limestone veneer fireplace walls, anigre veneer cabinets, fir sliding windows and interior doors, bamboo floors, and concrete patios and walks. Landscape design by Bernard Trainor: www.bernardtrainor.com (see “Concrete Jungle” in April 2014 edition of Dwell magazine). Microsoft Media Center installation of the Year, 2008: www.cybermanor.com/ultimate_install.html (automated shades, radiant heating system, and lights, as well as security & sound).

James Florio
Inspiration for a contemporary two-story wood exterior home remodel in Denver with a shed roof

Photography by Steve Knetig ©2013
Inspiration for a rustic deck remodel in Austin

Open Homes Photography
Open concept kitchen - small farmhouse l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Kitchen by Trend Interior Design
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Tampa with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Scott Braman Photography
Inspiration for a craftsman two-story wood exterior home remodel in DC Metro

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Our clients and their three teenage kids had outgrown the footprint of their existing home and felt they needed some space to spread out. They came in with a couple of sets of drawings from different architects that were not quite what they were looking for, so we set out to really listen and try to provide a design that would meet their objectives given what the space could offer. We started by agreeing that a bump out was the best way to go and then decided on the size and the floor plan locations of the mudroom, powder room and butler pantry which were all part of the project. We also planned for an eat-in banquette that is neatly tucked into the corner and surrounded by windows providing a lovely spot for daily meals. The kitchen itself is L-shaped with the refrigerator and range along one wall, and the new sink along the exterior wall with a large window overlooking the backyard. A large island, with seating for five, houses a prep sink and microwave. A new opening space between the kitchen and dining room includes a butler pantry/bar in one section and a large kitchen pantry in the other. Through the door to the left of the main sink is access to the new mudroom and powder room and existing attached garage. White inset cabinets, quartzite countertops, subway tile and nickel accents provide a traditional feel. The gray island is a needed contrast to the dark wood flooring. Last but not least, professional appliances provide the tools of the trade needed to make this one hardworking kitchen. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Aria Bethards
Kids' room - contemporary gender-neutral kids' room idea in Salt Lake City

Example of a trendy two-story mixed siding flat roof design in Denver

Large island and custom cabinetry in a transitional style home design.
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Photos by Jeff Fountain
Example of a minimalist one-story exterior home design in Seattle

Photo by Rod Foster
Large transitional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with white cabinets, solid surface countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, an island and recessed-panel cabinets

To capture the window to the right and the entire island this kitchen was photographed in three images and stitched together in Autopano Giga. Copyright Carl Mayfield Photography