This lovely outdoor deck space makes use of the kitchen proximity to serve as an outdoor wet bar. Exterior | Custom home Studio of LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. | Photo by Inspiro8 Studio.

Backyard Deck Design
Mid-sized trendy backyard ground level deck photo in Los Angeles with a pergola

A couple wanted a weekend retreat without spending a majority of their getaway in an automobile. Therefore, a lot was purchased along the Rocky River with the vision of creating a nearby escape less than five miles away from their home. This 1,300 sf 24’ x 24’ dwelling is divided into a four square quadrant with the goal to create a variety of interior and exterior experiences while maintaining a rather small footprint. Typically, when going on a weekend retreat one has the drive time to decompress. However, without this, the goal was to create a procession from the car to the house to signify such change of context. This concept was achieved through the use of a wood slatted screen wall which must be passed through. After winding around a collection of poured concrete steps and walls one comes to a wood plank bridge and crosses over a Japanese garden leaving all the stresses of the daily world behind. The house is structured around a nine column steel frame grid, which reinforces the impression one gets of the four quadrants. The two rear quadrants intentionally house enclosed program space but once passed through, the floor plan completely opens to long views down to the mouth of the river into Lake Erie. On the second floor the four square grid is stacked with one quadrant removed for the two story living area on the first floor to capture heightened views down the river. In a move to create complete separation there is a one quadrant roof top office with surrounding roof top garden space. The rooftop office is accessed through a unique approach by exiting onto a steel grated staircase which wraps up the exterior facade of the house. This experience provides an additional retreat within their weekend getaway, and serves as the apex of the house where one can completely enjoy the views of Lake Erie disappearing over the horizon. Visually the house extends into the riverside site, but the four quadrant axis also physically extends creating a series of experiences out on the property. The Northeast kitchen quadrant extends out to become an exterior kitchen & dining space. The two-story Northwest living room quadrant extends out to a series of wrap around steps and lounge seating. A fire pit sits in this quadrant as well farther out in the lawn. A fruit and vegetable garden sits out in the Southwest quadrant in near proximity to the shed, and the entry sequence is contained within the Southeast quadrant extension. Internally and externally the whole house is organized in a simple and concise way and achieves the ultimate goal of creating many different experiences within a rationally sized footprint. Photo: Sergiu Stoian

This beautiful Palmetto Bluff kitchen in Bluffton SC is open and airy, with plenty of storage and space for relaxing and eating at the island counter. The island counters are Viatera quartz, in Cirrus with laminated OGEE over eased edge. The peninsula and kitchen counters are also Viatera quartz, in Cirrus with an eased and polished edge. The stunning backsplash is a 3” Hexagon Statuary polished marble.

To ensure the cooks in the kitchen are always connected to the rest of the family, and the gorgeous ocean view, a pass through window with a rich walnut bar top connects the kitchen to the dining and living area. Designed by Audry Cordero

Mid-sized elegant dining room photo in Atlanta

Photo: Caela McKeever © 2016 Houzz
Asian bathroom photo in Seattle

This cozy lake cottage skillfully incorporates a number of features that would normally be restricted to a larger home design. A glance of the exterior reveals a simple story and a half gable running the length of the home, enveloping the majority of the interior spaces. To the rear, a pair of gables with copper roofing flanks a covered dining area that connects to a screened porch. Inside, a linear foyer reveals a generous staircase with cascading landing. Further back, a centrally placed kitchen is connected to all of the other main level entertaining spaces through expansive cased openings. A private study serves as the perfect buffer between the homes master suite and living room. Despite its small footprint, the master suite manages to incorporate several closets, built-ins, and adjacent master bath complete with a soaker tub flanked by separate enclosures for shower and water closet. Upstairs, a generous double vanity bathroom is shared by a bunkroom, exercise space, and private bedroom. The bunkroom is configured to provide sleeping accommodations for up to 4 people. The rear facing exercise has great views of the rear yard through a set of windows that overlook the copper roof of the screened porch below. Builder: DeVries & Onderlinde Builders Interior Designer: Vision Interiors by Visbeen Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography

Christopher Stark Photography Dura Supreme custom painted cabinetry, white , custom SW blue island, Furniture and accessories: Susan Love, Interior Stylist Photographer www.christopherstark.com

Photos by Greg Schmidt
Alcove shower - small eclectic 3/4 beige tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile alcove shower idea in Minneapolis with an integrated sink, furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, a two-piece toilet and beige walls

Kitchen photo in Philadelphia with blue cabinets, wood countertops, paneled appliances and brown countertops

Inspiration for a large timeless u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen remodel in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Reed in York, PA needed to find a way to add functional space in their kitchen. They had a limited amount of space in their previous kitchen with no room to expand. They also need to stay within their budget. Owner/designer Brandon O'Hanlon designed a way to maximize storage and countertop space and give the Reed's extra space for an eat in option with the addition of a peninsula across their existing pass through. Now, family and friends can join the chef and they have plenty of prep and storage space! Cabinetry is Armstrong/Echelon Berkshire door style in Maple with Toffee stain. Countertop is Uba Tuba granite. A glass tile mosiac backsplash finishes off the space.

This new floating light fixture, combined with the pairing of grey and turquoise velvet chairs, provides a level of modern flare that this client loves. A new oversized rug establishes a dedicated space in this oversized room, while by adding a simple ledge with a few selected items and a natural wood clock, this area now becomes complete.

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Reed in York, PA needed to find a way to add functional space in their kitchen. They had a limited amount of space in their previous kitchen with no room to expand. They also need to stay within their budget. Owner/designer Brandon O'Hanlon designed a way to maximize storage and countertop space and give the Reed's extra space for an eat in option with the addition of a peninsula across their existing pass through. Now, family and friends can join the chef and they have plenty of prep and storage space! Cabinetry is Armstrong/Echelon Berkshire door style in Maple with Toffee stain. Countertop is Uba Tuba granite. A glass tile mosiac backsplash finishes off the space.

This kitchen features a quartz island with wood cabinetry, mirrored upper cabinets, and a stone range hood. A wide pass-through kitchen window opens to outdoor bar seating with lake views.

After installation of the new Pass-Through door.
Inspiration for a small timeless home design remodel in New York

A folding glass pass-through window turns the kitchen counter into an alfresco serving bar.
Example of a beach style patio design in Portland Maine

Entertainers Kitchen with pass through window to backyard paradise and beautiful ocean views. Double islands with waterfall edge. White ceramic picket backsplash tile and sleek wood hood with open shelves honor this transitional kitchen design. The traditional sink, prep sink and pot filler make cooking prep in this kitchen highly efficient