Lisa Konz Photography This was such a fun project working with these clients who wanted to take an old school, traditional lake house and update it. We moved the kitchen from the previous location to the breakfast area to create a more open space floor plan. We also added ship lap strategically to some feature walls and columns. The color palette we went with was navy, black, tan and cream. The decorative and central feature of the kitchen tile and family room rug really drove the direction of this project. With plenty of light once we moved the kitchen and white walls, we were able to go with dramatic black cabinets. The solid brass pulls added a little drama, but the light reclaimed open shelves and cross detail on the island kept it from getting too fussy and clean white Quartz countertops keep the kitchen from feeling too dark. There previously wasn't a fireplace so added one for cozy winter lake days with a herringbone tile surround and reclaimed beam mantle. To ensure this family friendly lake house can withstand the traffic, we added sunbrella slipcovers to all the upholstery in the family room. The back screened porch overlooks the lake and dock and is ready for an abundance of extended family and friends to enjoy this beautiful updated and classic lake home.

Michael J Lee
Inspiration for a timeless travertine floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Boston with orange walls and no fireplace

Portuguese console table and accessories behind the sofa add a global element to the traditional living room. Photo Credit: Mathew Millman
Living room - traditional living room idea in San Francisco

Ceramic and Terracotta Duquesa, our new collection of handpainted tiles, draws on influences as disparate as Italian textiles, Portuguese ceramic tiles, Moroccan mosaics, Egyptian wood inlay and Chinese decorative screens. Each tile is handpainted on a cream background, creating a rich vintage look that fits a home with historical roots or brings gravitas to a newly constructed space. Usage: Residential: Interior walls and low traffic flooring such as bathroom floors. Not suitable for countertops. Use in showers limited to walls. Commercial: Interior vertical surfaces. See Tools | Usage Guide for more details. For more information on the Duquesa collection, please visit http://walkerzanger.com/collections/products.php?view=style&mat=Traditional&coll=Duquesa

Inspiration for a large timeless u-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

See the before images and get more info about this project at this link >>>> http://carlaaston.com/designed/white-kitchen-designed-by-carla-aston / Miro Dvorscak, photographer

This project was a remodel/expansion of a 1930's cottage; the architect added additional spaces, and a pool, that were modern in style. The landscape is meant to play off of both the home's original, traditional cottage style, as well as the newer, modern additions. The landscape's minimal design is meant to compliment the owner's interior aesthetic. Architecture by Brian Dillard Architecture. Home remodel by Foursquare Builders.

See the before images and read more about this remodel at this link>>> http://carlaaston.com/designed/white-kitchen-designed-by-carla-aston / Miro Dvorscak, photographer

Ah, the Caipirinha. The deliciously citrusy national drink of Brazil. Like the liquor, this corner bar brings no shortage of flavor to this cozy kitchen, complete with colorful accent rugs, beachy barstools, and traditionally Portuguese Azulejo kitchen tiling. A stand-out feature of this design is the liquor cabinet, complete with a colorful hexagonal backsplash, and industrial framing around its glass shelves. Bringing back the spirit of Brazil, this kitchen incorporates many traditional elements into its design. Woven textiles, mystic paintings, and azeueljo tiling come together to create the perfect relaxed atmosphere for lounging around the kitchen or cooking churrisqueria.

Jeffery Court Antico Portuguese Collection Braganca Pattern- Terra Hand Painted Tile
Inspiration for a timeless multicolored tile and terra-cotta tile terra-cotta tile bathroom remodel in New York with limestone countertops, a two-piece toilet, an undermount sink, yellow walls, furniture-like cabinets and dark wood cabinets

Roomy claw-foot tub in an alcove space with 8 x 16 Portuguese Hones Limestone wall behind - perfect way to end the day!
Bathroom - large contemporary master beige tile limestone floor bathroom idea in Charleston with furniture-like cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops

In this photo, we see the outer and inside corners for the shower and the great detail in the mixed mosaic border. The mosaic has limestone and marble mixed. This close-up is a good view of the pencil ledge in St. Classica Limestone. Shower walls are 8 x 16 Portuguese Limestone.

Elegant brick floor dining room photo in Boston

Transitional living room photo in San Francisco

Designed and Built by: Cottage Home Company Photographed by: Kyle Caldabaugh of Level Exposure
Inspiration for a transitional bathroom remodel in Jacksonville

Inspiration for a mediterranean white two-story house exterior remodel in Miami with a hip roof and a tile roof

Our Portuguese Desk is beautifully detailed with dramatically turned legs and tassel drawer pulls, all in a hand-rubbed black finish. Sit at the desk in a Suzanne Chair, a modern twist on a traditional wing chair. WWW.LOFTHOME.COM PHOTO: RYANN FORD

Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in Los Angeles

We designed a modern envelope and overall tactic and had traditional old world components within it- There is a lot of contrast between the slick italian ceramic tile and the portuguese terra-cotta, against the glass tile. All faucets are traditional bronze set in a modern clean envelope. Enjoy!