John Granen
Home office - modern built-in desk home office idea

We were asked to create something really special for one of our most admired clients. This home has been a labor of love for both of us as we finally made it exactly what she wanted it to be. After many concept ideas we landed on a design that is stunning! All of the elements on her wish list are incorporated in this challenging, multi-level landscape: A front yard to match the modern traditional-style home while creating privacy from the street; a side yard that proudly connects the front and back; and a lower level with plantings in lush greens, whites, purples and pinks and plentiful lawn space for kids and dogs. Her outdoor living space includes an outdoor kitchen with bar, outdoor living room with fireplace, dining patio, a bedroom-adjacent lounging patio with modern fountain, enclosed vegetable garden, rose garden walk with European-style fountain and meditation bench, and a fire pit with sitting area on the upper level to take in the panoramic views of the sunset over the wooded ridge. Outdoor lighting brings it alive at night, and for parties you can’t beat the killer sound system!

Mimi Erickson
Example of a cottage bathroom design in Atlanta

Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2014 Houzz
Dining room - cottage dining room idea in Seattle

Photography by Erhard Pfeiffer © Rizzoli
Example of a transitional pool house design in New York with a roof extension

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2014 Houzz
Farmhouse kitchen photo in New York

The existing U-shaped kitchen was tucked away in a small corner while the dining table was swimming in a room much too large for its size. The client’s needs and the architecture of the home made it apparent that the perfect design solution for the home was to swap the spaces. The homeowners entertain frequently and wanted the new layout to accommodate a lot of counter seating, a bar/buffet for serving hors d’oeuvres, an island with prep sink, and all new appliances. They had a strong preference that the hood be a focal point and wanted to go beyond a typical white color scheme even though they wanted white cabinets. While moving the kitchen to the dining space gave us a generous amount of real estate to work with, two of the exterior walls are occupied with full-height glass creating a challenge how best to fulfill their wish list. We used one available wall for the needed tall appliances, taking advantage of its height to create the hood as a focal point. We opted for both a peninsula and island instead of one large island in order to maximize the seating requirements and create a barrier when entertaining so guests do not flow directly into the work area of the kitchen. This also made it possible to add a second sink as requested. Lastly, the peninsula sets up a well-defined path to the new dining room without feeling like you are walking through the kitchen. We used the remaining fourth wall for the bar/buffet. Black cabinetry adds strong contrast in several areas of the new kitchen. Wire mesh wall cabinet doors at the bar and gold accents on the hardware, light fixtures, faucets and furniture add further drama to the concept. The focal point is definitely the black hood, looking both dramatic and cohesive at the same time.

Design/Build by Vanillawood Photography by Josh Partee
Example of a 1950s l-shaped medium tone wood floor and multicolored floor kitchen design in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island

Photography by Corey Gaffer
Mid-sized scandinavian blue two-story concrete fiberboard exterior home idea in Minneapolis

We designed a lovely mudroom in this 1830's home entryway. The seat features walnut from a tree on property. And the cabinets are our personal custom line: Studio 76 Home cabinetry. We also added shiplap on the wall and open storage above and below.

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Designer: Allen Construction General Contractor: Allen Construction Photographer: Jim Bartsch Photography
Example of a mid-century modern open concept concrete floor living room design in Los Angeles with a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Photo: Corynne Pless © 2013 Houzz
Example of a farmhouse detached barn design in New York

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2014 Houzz
Eclectic laundry room photo in Dallas

Karyn Millet Photography
Example of a beach style staircase design in Los Angeles

Powder room with custom made metallic and blue lobster wallpaper. Reclaimed wood mirror, and rope as toilet paper holder. See more at: http://chango.co/portfolio/east-hampton-beach-cottage/ Photo by: Ball & Albanese

This classic Spanish home in South Pasadena was decorated to reflect the homeowners bohemian style, vintage collections, and subtle art deco features in the architecture. Highlights include a hand-painted ceiling mural, custom cat covers on sofa, and a vintage record player. Photos by Erika Bierman www.erikabiermanphotography.com

Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design & Photo Styling | John Kraemer & Sons, Remodel | Troy Thies, Photography Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.

The teen girl wanted a pink, but not girly, room. And a hanging swing was at the top of her wish list. I found this bed - in the most perfect blossom color - and worked the room around it. It really set the tone - feminine, just the right amount of sophisticated, and cozy. Shop the room here http://www.decorist.com/showhouse/room/5/teen-girls-bedroom/ Photo credit Aubrie Pick