When we drove out to Mukilteo for our initial consultation, we immediately fell in love with this house. With its tall ceilings, eclectic mix of wood, glass and steel, and gorgeous view of the Puget Sound, we quickly nicknamed this project "The Mukilteo Gem". Our client, a cook and baker, did not like her existing kitchen. The main points of issue were short runs of available counter tops, lack of storage and shortage of light. So, we were called in to implement some big, bold ideas into a small footprint kitchen with big potential. We completely changed the layout of the room by creating a tall, built-in storage wall and a continuous u-shape counter top. Early in the project, we took inventory of every item our clients wanted to store in the kitchen and ensured that every spoon, gadget, or bowl would have a dedicated "home" in their new kitchen. The finishes were meticulously selected to ensure continuity throughout the house. We also played with the color scheme to achieve a bold yet natural feel.This kitchen is a prime example of how color can be used to both make a statement and project peace and balance simultaneously. While busy at work on our client's kitchen improvement, we also updated the entry and gave the homeowner a modern laundry room with triple the storage space they originally had. End result: ecstatic clients and a very happy design team. That's what we call a big success! John Granen.

Nat Rea
Sunroom - mid-sized coastal medium tone wood floor and beige floor sunroom idea in Providence with no fireplace and a standard ceiling

Major gut renovation of this coastal estate preserved its basic layout while expanding the kitchen. A veranda and a pair of gazebos were also added to the home to maximize outdoor living and the water views. The interior merged the homeowners eclectic style with the traditional style of the home. Photographer: James R. Salomon Contractor: Carl Anderson, Anderson Contracting Services

Frank Ooms
Living room - modern open concept living room idea in Austin with white walls

Victorian two-story wood gable roof idea in Chicago

Small beach style gray tile and glass tile porcelain tile alcove bathtub photo in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink and granite countertops

Example of a mid-sized mountain style backyard stone patio design in Charlotte with a fire pit and no cover

Example of a transitional home design design in Dallas

Jeri Koegel
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped infinity pool remodel in Orange County with decking

Sean Litchfield
Beach style bathroom/laundry room photo in Boston with a pedestal sink and blue walls

Example of a mountain style dark wood floor kitchen design in Denver with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black backsplash, stone slab backsplash, an island and paneled appliances

Renovation and addition of a 1940's Colonial into a family home that's modern, cool and classic. White interiors, dark floors, open plan, loads of natural light and easy access to outdoors makes this perfect for family and entertaining. Traditional meets modern. Award winning project . Judges say : "This renovation balances traditional attributes with modern clarity. Photo: Matthew Williams

Transitional patio photo in Dallas with a fire pit and no cover

Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio Photography: Karen Melvin
Example of an arts and crafts u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Inspiration for a large mediterranean master medium tone wood floor, vaulted ceiling and wood wall bedroom remodel with white walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

John Bedell Photography, Interiors by Angela Free Design
Small elegant dark wood floor kitchen/dining room combo photo in San Francisco with beige walls

Photo by Shelly Harrison
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless attached three-car garage remodel in Boston

Tricia Shay Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary indoor rectangular pool fountain remodel in Cleveland with decking

Enclosed kitchen - traditional l-shaped light wood floor enclosed kitchen idea in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances