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Example of a mid-sized classic ceramic tile and black floor mudroom design in Chicago with gray walls

AV Architects + Builders Location: Falls Church, VA, USA Our clients were a newly-wed couple looking to start a new life together. With a love for the outdoors and theirs dogs and cats, we wanted to create a design that wouldn’t make them sacrifice any of their hobbies or interests. We designed a floor plan to allow for comfortability relaxation, any day of the year. We added a mudroom complete with a dog bath at the entrance of the home to help take care of their pets and track all the mess from outside. We added multiple access points to outdoor covered porches and decks so they can always enjoy the outdoors, not matter the time of year. The second floor comes complete with the master suite, two bedrooms for the kids with a shared bath, and a guest room for when they have family over. The lower level offers all the entertainment whether it’s a large family room for movie nights or an exercise room. Additionally, the home has 4 garages for cars – 3 are attached to the home and one is detached and serves as a workshop for him. The look and feel of the home is informal, casual and earthy as the clients wanted to feel relaxed at home. The materials used are stone, wood, iron and glass and the home has ample natural light. Clean lines, natural materials and simple details for relaxed casual living. Stacy Zarin Photography

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen remodel in San Diego with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops and gray backsplash

In the kitchen, the bottom shelf of the island organizes the dog bowls. Designers add a pet barrier made of tempered glass to the hall door. It restricts their movement but allows them to look into other areas of the house. A Bonisolli Photography

As a conceptual urban infill project, the Wexley is designed for a narrow lot in the center of a city block. The 26’x48’ floor plan is divided into thirds from front to back and from left to right. In plan, the left third is reserved for circulation spaces and is reflected in elevation by a monolithic block wall in three shades of gray. Punching through this block wall, in three distinct parts, are the main levels windows for the stair tower, bathroom, and patio. The right two-thirds of the main level are reserved for the living room, kitchen, and dining room. At 16’ long, front to back, these three rooms align perfectly with the three-part block wall façade. It’s this interplay between plan and elevation that creates cohesion between each façade, no matter where it’s viewed. Given that this project would have neighbors on either side, great care was taken in crafting desirable vistas for the living, dining, and master bedroom. Upstairs, with a view to the street, the master bedroom has a pair of closets and a skillfully planned bathroom complete with soaker tub and separate tiled shower. Main level cabinetry and built-ins serve as dividing elements between rooms and framing elements for views outside. Architect: Visbeen Architects Builder: J. Peterson Homes Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography

toe kick of cabinet by back door hides dog bowls when not in use. Convenient large drawer above stores the food and other dog supplies.
Example of a mid-sized classic medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Chicago with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and an island

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Barbara Brown Photography. Custom built Pet Station by Bell Kitchen and Bath Studios.
Example of a classic dark wood floor hallway design in Atlanta with beige walls

This light filled laundry room is as functional as it is beautiful. It features a vented clothes drying cabinet, complete with a hanging rod for air drying clothes and pullout mesh racks for drying t-shirts or delicates. The handy dog shower makes it easier to keep Fido clean and the full height wall tile makes cleaning a breeze. Open shelves above the dog shower provide a handy spot for rolled up towels, dog shampoo and dog treats. A laundry soaking sink, a custom pullout cabinet for hanging mops, brooms and other cleaning supplies, and ample cabinet storage make this a dream laundry room. Design accents include a fun octagon wall tile and a whimsical gold basket light fixture.

Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped porcelain tile utility room design in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and white walls

This unique space is loaded with amenities devoted to pampering four-legged family members, including an island for brushing, built-in water fountain, and hideaway food dish holders.

Mid-sized elegant gray floor laundry room photo in DC Metro with white walls

A cluttered suburban laundry room gets a makeover—cubbies and dog-wash station included. Photography by S. Brenner
Inspiration for a rustic l-shaped beige floor laundry room remodel in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, a side-by-side washer/dryer and beige countertops

Inspiration for a small eclectic l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen pantry remodel in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, terra-cotta backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and gray countertops

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped porcelain tile utility room photo in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, beige walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Christopher Stark
Inspiration for a timeless multicolored floor utility room remodel in San Francisco with white cabinets, multicolored walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Dog Shower with subway tiles, concrete countertop, stainless steel fixtures, and slate flooring. Photographer: Rob Karosis
Bathroom - mid-sized cottage 3/4 white tile and subway tile slate floor and black floor bathroom idea in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, concrete countertops and black countertops

A custom dog crate lives here below a pantry and open shelves to the right allowing the dogs to look out in both directions. John Wilbanks Photography

Photo by Karen Melvin
Elegant gray floor entryway photo in Minneapolis with white walls and a black front door