A truly special property located in a sought after Toronto neighbourhood, this large family home renovation sought to retain the charm and history of the house in a contemporary way. The full scale underpin and large rear addition served to bring in natural light and expand the possibilities of the spaces. A vaulted third floor contains the master bedroom and bathroom with a cozy library/lounge that walks out to the third floor deck - revealing views of the downtown skyline. A soft inviting palate permeates the home but is juxtaposed with punches of colour, pattern and texture. The interior design playfully combines original parts of the home with vintage elements as well as glass and steel and millwork to divide spaces for working, relaxing and entertaining. An enormous sliding glass door opens the main floor to the sprawling rear deck and pool/hot tub area seamlessly. Across the lawn - the garage clad with reclaimed barnboard from the old structure has been newly build and fully rough-in for a potential future laneway house.

Lovely, bright open kitchen and living area transformed with larger window over the sink and new configuration Sarah Gallop Design Inc Paul Grdina Photography

A bathroom floor should handle busy mornings and still look like it belongs in a magazine, and this Eagle bathroom shows how tile makes that possible. Capell Flooring installed large, light tiles on the diagonal, then framed the center of the room with a slim mosaic border that turns an everyday floor into a designed feature. The smooth, water-resistant surface wipes clean after showers, resists stains, and keeps its bright, polished look with simple routine care. Around the edges, the same tile flows toward the shower doorway, so the whole room reads as one calm, finished space instead of a patchwork of materials. For homeowners in Eagle, Meridian, and Boise who want a bathroom that feels fresh for years, tile offers that rare mix of durability and elegance. Family-owned since 1974, Capell Flooring guides Treasure Valley clients through tile sizes, tones, and grout choices in person. Visit the showroom at 2640 E. State Ave, Suite 140, Meridian, to see bathroom tile ideas like this up close.

The Grace Quilt is a fun and eccentric combination of variously sized patterns and patches, styled the way VHC customers have loved for many years. Elegant enlarged ticking stripes – a farmhouse staple – are spaced among checks and windowpanes and encompassed with a ruffled burlap border, giving the quilt a breath of visual fresh air. Hand-quilted, 100% cotton.

Photo Credit: Marca Corona Ceramiche Textile is a collection that skillfully blends fabric textures with geometric shapes. The two sizes, a 3x12 rectangle and a 8½” hexagon, have the look of a handwoven fabric dyed with natural pigments which give the colors a beautiful depth and rich variation. The Hexagon has a soft fabric texture while the 3 x 12 has multiple different structural surfaces that create a sculptural patchwork, almost a 3D element, making this a field tile that will add another dimension to any project. Tileshop 1005 Harrison Street Berkeley, CA 94710 (510) 525-4312 Other California Locations: San Jose and Van Nuys (Los Angeles)

A truly special property located in a sought after Toronto neighbourhood, this large family home renovation sought to retain the charm and history of the house in a contemporary way. The full scale underpin and large rear addition served to bring in natural light and expand the possibilities of the spaces. A vaulted third floor contains the master bedroom and bathroom with a cozy library/lounge that walks out to the third floor deck - revealing views of the downtown skyline. A soft inviting palate permeates the home but is juxtaposed with punches of colour, pattern and texture. The interior design playfully combines original parts of the home with vintage elements as well as glass and steel and millwork to divide spaces for working, relaxing and entertaining. An enormous sliding glass door opens the main floor to the sprawling rear deck and pool/hot tub area seamlessly. Across the lawn - the garage clad with reclaimed barnboard from the old structure has been newly build and fully rough-in for a potential future laneway house.

The wide-angle view shows a harmonious space dominated by warm wood, decorative ceramics and a modern walk-in shower area. The iconic Belinda Talavera washbasin plays a key role here, resting on a solid countertop and attracting attention with its unique motif. The styling is completed by a hand-finished mirror, for which Vivo – small Mexican 5x5 tiles cm were used, creating a cohesive visual accent. This exceptional Talavera washbasin and the selected mosaic tiles make the elegant washbasin blend naturally with the wooden stool and patterned floor, making the entire room exceptionally cosy and authentic. See the product: https://www.cerames.eu/belinda-mexican-counter-sink-796.html

Judy Dinkle, designer. JD Designs. www.jddesignsllc.com
Kitchen - traditional kitchen idea in San Francisco

This cocoon of a Boho bedroom has a secret: the queen size platform bed is partially built over the raised foundation of the main house, allowing us to steal a little space to make the room two feet wider. The other part of the bed provides three huge storage drawers below. I was thrilled to discover that the college age occupant-to-be had always wanted a platform bed. Mission accomplished! To save space, the closet was also built into the raised foundation level of the house, but this is hidden by a barn door slider, so no one is the wiser. It was requested that I design the bedroom to accommodate the existing furniture from this young woman's former bedroom. Her style is Boho, and we did it to the max! With two walls in moody dark purple and the other two in lighter lavender, the space is cozy and cheerful, youthful and contemporary, with a bit of shabby chic thrown in for good measure. Colorful patchwork pillows mix with geometrics, florals, and stripes to add to the fun.

Inspiration for an eclectic living room remodel in Sydney

Grace Aston
Wet bar - large rustic u-shaped ceramic tile and gray floor wet bar idea in Seattle with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown backsplash and wood backsplash

This 2-story home with inviting front porch includes a 3-car garage and mudroom entry complete with convenient built-in lockers. Stylish hardwood flooring in the foyer extends to the dining room, kitchen, and breakfast area. To the front of the home a formal living room is adjacent to the dining room with elegant tray ceiling and craftsman style wainscoting and chair rail. A butler’s pantry off of the dining area leads to the kitchen and breakfast area. The well-appointed kitchen features quartz countertops with tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, attractive cabinetry and a spacious pantry. The sunny breakfast area provides access to the deck and back yard via sliding glass doors. The great room is open to the breakfast area and kitchen and includes a gas fireplace featuring stone surround and shiplap detail. Also on the 1st floor is a study with coffered ceiling. The 2nd floor boasts a spacious raised rec room and a convenient laundry room in addition to 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. The owner’s suite with tray ceiling in the bedroom, includes a private bathroom with tray ceiling, quartz vanity tops, a freestanding tub, and a 5’ tile shower.

This cocoon of a Boho bedroom has a secret: the queen size platform bed is partially built over the raised foundation of the main house, allowing us to steal a little space to make the room two feet wider. The other part of the bed provides three huge storage drawers below. I was thrilled to discover that the college age occupant-to-be had always wanted a platform bed. Mission accomplished! To save space, the closet was also built into the raised foundation level of the house, but this is hidden by a barn door slider, so no one is the wiser. It was requested that I design the bedroom to accommodate the existing furniture from this young woman's former bedroom. Her style is Boho, and we did it to the max! With two walls in moody dark purple and the other two in lighter lavender, the space is cozy and cheerful, youthful and contemporary, with a bit of shabby chic thrown in for good measure. Colorful patchwork pillows mix with geometrics, florals, and stripes to add to the fun.

This odd space in an open-plan home soars 2 storeys but had no interesting architectural features. A sleek modern taupe wood kitchen and breakfast room lies beyond. We wanted to bring the taupe woodgrain here, but given the rooms 20' height, there would be no way of doing so without piecing panels together. So we took the negative and turned it into a positive, creating a grid of panels with grain running in alternating directions, accentuated by dark taupe recessed dividers. An electric fireplace, together with an illuminated display niche, creates an arresting focal point highlighted by the darker taupe, which also highlights the window trims and crown moulding. Flanking the fireplace is a black wood cushioned hearth. A custom black coffee table and black-framed occasional chairs are balancing elements. Layered lighting is the finishing touch: dramatic metal sconces set off the fireplace at eye level, simple unobtrusive sconces between windows and on the sidewalls offer soft mood-lighting, and a pair of multi-armed modern chandeliers complete the picture.

Photo Credit: Marca Corona Ceramiche Textile is a collection that skillfully blends fabric textures with geometric shapes. The two sizes, a 3x12 rectangle and a 8½” hexagon, have the look of a handwoven fabric dyed with natural pigments which give the colors a beautiful depth and rich variation. The Hexagon has a soft fabric texture while the 3 x 12 has multiple different structural surfaces that create a sculptural patchwork, almost a 3D element, making this a field tile that will add another dimension to any project. Tileshop 1005 Harrison Street Berkeley, CA 94710 (510) 525-4312 Other California Locations: San Jose and Van Nuys (Los Angeles)

The homeowner of this old, detached garage wanted to create a functional living space with a kitchen, bathroom and second-story bedroom, while still maintaining a functional garage space. We salvaged hickory wood for the floors and built custom fir cabinets in the kitchen with patchwork tile backsplash and energy efficient appliances. As a historical home but without historical requirements, we had fun blending era-specific elements like traditional wood windows, French doors, and wood garage doors with modern elements like solar panels on the roof and accent lighting in the stair risers. In preparation for the next phase of construction (a full kitchen remodel and addition to the main house), we connected the plumbing between the main house and carriage house to make the project more cost-effective. We also built a new gate with custom stonework to match the trellis, expanded the patio between the main house and garage, and installed a gas fire pit to seamlessly tie the structures together and provide a year-round outdoor living space.

A truly special property located in a sought after Toronto neighbourhood, this large family home renovation sought to retain the charm and history of the house in a contemporary way. The full scale underpin and large rear addition served to bring in natural light and expand the possibilities of the spaces. A vaulted third floor contains the master bedroom and bathroom with a cozy library/lounge that walks out to the third floor deck - revealing views of the downtown skyline. A soft inviting palate permeates the home but is juxtaposed with punches of colour, pattern and texture. The interior design playfully combines original parts of the home with vintage elements as well as glass and steel and millwork to divide spaces for working, relaxing and entertaining. An enormous sliding glass door opens the main floor to the sprawling rear deck and pool/hot tub area seamlessly. Across the lawn - the garage clad with reclaimed barnboard from the old structure has been newly build and fully rough-in for a potential future laneway house.

6Square cabinetry with a Shaker style in “Cloud White” pops against the black countertops. "Naples" 9" pulls in Matte Black from Hardware Resources complement the countertop and give a fresh, clean feel to the space.

At the Lebanese American University (LAU) New York office, Studio 1820 wrapped the seminar room’s walls and a structural column in walnut-toned acoustic slat panels. This creates one continuous, warm surface that reduces echo throughout the space. A thin horizontal reveal breaks up the tall panels and adds a tailored detail, while crisp white trim around the glass door and sidelight keeps the entry bright and clean. Soft gray carpet tiles in a patchwork pattern absorb sound underfoot. Cladding the column in the same slats turns an awkward structural element into a design feature, making this a practical approach to conference room and office acoustics in New York City.