2x8 QTR LOG NO REVEAL (1/2 LAP, NO REVEAL) PINE-LODGE SIDING, #2 (BL Grade Equivalent MILL SELECT), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained 2 Coat Cabot's Translucent "Pine Cone" HEWN, Smooth Use.

2x8 QTR LOG NO REVEAL (1/2 LAP, NO REVEAL) PINE-LODGE SIDING, #2 (BL Grade Equivalent MILL SELECT), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained 2 Coat Cabot's Translucent "Pine Cone" HEWN, Smooth Use.

2x8 QTR LOG NO REVEAL (1/2 LAP, NO REVEAL) PINE-LODGE SIDING, #2 (BL Grade Equivalent MILL SELECT), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained 2 Coat Cabot's Translucent "Pine Cone" HEWN, Smooth Use.

2x8 QTR LOG NO REVEAL (1/2 LAP, NO REVEAL) PINE-LODGE SIDING, #2 (BL Grade Equivalent MILL SELECT), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained 2 Coat Cabot's Translucent "Pine Cone" HEWN, Smooth Use.

2x8 QTR LOG NO REVEAL (1/2 LAP, NO REVEAL) PINE-LODGE SIDING, #2 (BL Grade Equivalent MILL SELECT), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained 2 Coat Cabot's Translucent "Pine Cone" HEWN, Smooth Use.

2x8 QTR LOG NO REVEAL (1/2 LAP, NO REVEAL) PINE-LODGE SIDING, #2 (BL Grade Equivalent MILL SELECT), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained 2 Coat Cabot's Translucent "Pine Cone" HEWN, Smooth Use.

2x8 QTR LOG NO REVEAL (1/2 LAP, NO REVEAL) PINE-LODGE SIDING, #2 (BL Grade Equivalent MILL SELECT), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained 2 Coat Cabot's Translucent "Pine Cone" HEWN, Smooth Use.

2x8 QTR LOG NO REVEAL (1/2 LAP, NO REVEAL) PINE-LODGE SIDING, #2 (BL Grade Equivalent MILL SELECT), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained 2 Coat Cabot's Translucent "Pine Cone" HEWN, Smooth Use.

2x8 QTR LOG NO REVEAL (1/2 LAP, NO REVEAL) PINE-LODGE SIDING, #2 (BL Grade Equivalent MILL SELECT), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained 2 Coat Cabot's Translucent "Pine Cone" HEWN, Smooth Use.

Blending knotty alder cabinets with classic quartz countertops, subway tile and rich oak flooring makes this open plan kitchen a warm retreat. Wrapped posts now replace previous structural walls and flank the extra-large island. Pro appliances, an apron sink and heavy hardware completes the rustic look. The adjacent bathroom features the same materials along with trendy encaustic floor tile for fun.

Photography by Paige Kilgore
Open concept kitchen - large coastal u-shaped concrete floor open concept kitchen idea in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath.

Stunning traditional home in the Devonshire neighborhood of Dallas.
Inspiration for a large transitional white two-story painted brick exterior home remodel in Dallas with a shingle roof and a brown roof

A new second story was added with a home office/ loft space. The new structural ceiling beams were all exposed and painted. New arched windows look out over the pool. The room is lined with custom bookshelves that have uplighting hidden behind the crown. The daybed has deep storage drawers below, as well as supply ducts for the AC. Photo by Lee Manning Photography

It is amazing how a little paint can brighten a knotty pine walls!
Basement - basement idea in New York

The living room has old and new furnishings- extra large new sectional and movable accent chairs, chalk painted, antique sideboard, indoor/outdoor rug

Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan. http://www.pickellbuilders.com. Knotty Alder Library with Wainscot Walls, Built Ins and Coffer Ceiling. Knotty pine floors.

Shaw Exquisite - Natural Pine
Example of a living room design in New York

Fireplace mantle in industrial steel with blackened, hand-rubbed finish. Photo credit -Josiah Zukowski
Example of a large urban open concept dark wood floor family room design in Portland with no tv, gray walls, a ribbon fireplace and a metal fireplace