Yakisugi (焼杉) is a traditional Japanese method of wood preservation. Yaki means to heat with fire, and sugi is cypress.[1][2] It is referred to in the West as burnt timber cladding and also known as shou sugi ban (焼杉板) which uses the same kanji characters but an incorrect pronunciation. The ban character means "plank". By slightly charring the surface of the wood without combusting the whole piece, the wood becomes water-proof through the carbonisation and is thus more durable.[3][4] It also protects against insects, as well as making the wood fire retardant.[5] - Wikipedia

Geometric cabinet handles can provide a cohesive look when placed against shaker style cabinetry.
Eat-in kitchen - large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor, brown floor and tray ceiling eat-in kitchen idea with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and multicolored countertops

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This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Boston.

Small trendy u-shaped open concept kitchen photo in Orlando with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Example of a minimalist kitchen design in Raleigh

Referencing the wife and 3 daughters for which the house was named, four distinct but cohesive design criteria were considered for the 2016 renovation of the circa 1890, three story masonry rowhouse: 1. To keep the significant original elements – such as the grand stair and Lincrusta wainscoting. 2. To repurpose original elements such as the former kitchen pocket doors fitted to their new location on the second floor with custom track. 3. To improve original elements - such as the new "sky deck" with its bright green steel frame, a new kitchen and modern baths. 4. To insert unifying elements such as the 3 wall benches, wall openings and sculptural ceilings. Photographer Jesse Gerard - Hoachlander Davis Photography

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Inspiration for a mediterranean home design remodel in Los Angeles

The Verret Pool & Outdoor Living Space features high-end, travertine coping and matching tile as well as a variety of water features. A large, spillover spa includes three bubblers in the base of the spa. Three scuppers build into a wall on the backside of the pool add unique flair to this small but beautiful pool. An adjoining patio is covered by a wood pergola and has a matching travertine firepit in the center to round out the backyard environment.

Mid-sized cottage master mosaic tile floor and white floor alcove bathtub photo with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, an undermount sink and granite countertops

Mid-sized transitional master bathroom photo in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, an undermount tub, orange walls, an undermount sink and granite countertops

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Inspiration for a transitional dining room remodel in Birmingham