A long L shaped desk area has lots of space for two to study or create. At the end of the L is a large sink for clean up and extra storage cabinets for various supplies

Large elegant carpeted basement photo in Toronto with gray walls and no fireplace

Inspiration for a small contemporary one-story and detached concrete fiberboard green studio / workshop shed remodel in Austin with a shed roof

Photo: Nanette Wong © 2014 Houzz
Example of a transitional kids' room design in San Francisco

Large elegant gender-neutral dark wood floor and brown floor playroom photo in New York with beige walls

Daniel Lewin
Mid-sized danish open concept light wood floor living room photo in Los Angeles

Example of a large trendy gender-neutral medium tone wood floor and beige floor playroom design in Miami with beige walls

Sun-bleached wood, white sands, ivory-capped surfs and blue skies. This particular client loved the elements of the ocean and the mountains, so from there, we found inspiration. This home is reminiscent of a memorable family trip along the coast, an aesthetic created with the use of patterns that reflect soothing wind, shimmering sunlight and rippling waves. With waterside views gracing almost every window, we added our signature of understated casual elegance that is as pleasing to the eye as nature’s palette.

Bedroom elegant girl kids' bedroom photo in San Francisco with white walls

Builder: Anderson Contracting Service Architect: Art Dioli, Olsen Lewis Photographer: Jamie Salomon
Family room - coastal family room idea in Boston

On the upper level, this eliminated a small office/bedroom at the back of the house and created a substantial space for a beautifully appointed master suite. Upon entering the bedroom one notices the unique angles of the ceiling that were carefully designed to blend seamlessly with the existing 1920’s home, while creating visual interest within the room. The bedroom also features a cozy gas-log fireplace with a herringbone brick interior. © Bob Narod Photography and BOWA

A lovely Brooklyn Townhouse with an underutilized garden floor (walk out basement) gets a full redesign to expand the footprint of the home. The family of four needed a playroom for toddlers that would grow with them, as well as a multifunctional guest room and office space. The modern play room features a calming tree mural background juxtaposed with vibrant wall decor and a beanbag chair.. Plenty of closed and open toy storage, a chalkboard wall, and large craft table foster creativity and provide function. Carpet tiles for easy clean up with tots and a sleeper chair allow for more guests to stay. The guest room design is sultry and decadent with golds, blacks, and luxurious velvets in the chair and turkish ikat pillows. A large chest and murphy bed, along with a deco style media cabinet plus TV, provide comfortable amenities for guests despite the long narrow space. The glam feel provides the perfect adult hang out for movie night and gaming. Tibetan fur ottomans extend seating as needed.

Family room - traditional look-out carpeted and beige floor family room idea in Minneapolis with beige walls and no fireplace

Crystal Ku Downs
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman gender-neutral light wood floor playroom remodel in DC Metro with white walls

Inspiration for a coastal dark wood floor hallway remodel in Miami with white walls

Mark Lohman
Playroom - mid-sized farmhouse gender-neutral painted wood floor and multicolored floor playroom idea in Los Angeles with yellow walls

Inspiration for a small craftsman carpeted family room remodel in Seattle with yellow walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Photographer: Isabelle Eubanks Interiors: Modern Organic Interiors, Architect: Simpson Design Group, Builder: Milne Design and Build
Example of a country home office design in San Francisco

Photo: Margot Hartford © 2015 Houzz http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44876872/list/my-houzz-architectural-elegance-with-the-addition-of-built-ins