Kat Alves-Photography
Inspiration for a small cottage multicolored tile and stone tile marble floor doorless shower remodel in Sacramento with furniture-like cabinets, black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops

"Creating a dramatic set of stairs without cumbersome framing" is what Franklin considers the greatest dilemma during the design process. Connecting three stories, he came up with a plan of opposing staircases that creates dynamic space rather than obscure it. Although massive in its footprint, the stair design retains the open-air feeling of the home without compromising strength. Without posts and framework to support them, the staircases seemingly float in the space. "The combination of steel stringers and rails, along with the hardwood steps," Franklin explains, "created enough strength for each set of stairs to, literally, be anchored by only four bolts." Adrienne DeRosa Photography

Inspiration for a cottage entryway remodel in Salt Lake City

Ornamental koi can be a peaceful addition to water gardens, but rarely are they seen cascading down a wall inside the home. In the sunroom of the Adamsleigh Estate in Greensboro, N.C., the koi water feature inspired the colors and mood of the spa-like design and serves as the focal point of the room. The designer, Bradshaw Orrell, created a calm ambiance through the use of a symmetrical layout and a custom designed Sunbrella rug from Colonial Mills which adds a layer of softness to the terracotta floor. Two directional chaises with upholstered cushions in Meridian Frost sit on either side of an upholstered ottoman in Savvy Sunset by Joe Ruggiero. Throw pillows in Spectrum Peacock, Canvas Birdseye and Savvy Sunset reflect the colors of a koi pond and add depth and comfort for lounging. The abundant sunshine reveals the subtle asymmetry of the framed prints flanking the koi while a Sunbrella throw by Textillery Weavers adds a soft touch to this relaxing oasis.

Gorgeous Craftsman mountain home with medium gray exterior paint, Structures Walnut wood stain on the rustic front door with sidelites. Cultured stone is Bucks County Ledgestone & Flagstone

Contemporary succulent garden
This is an example of a small contemporary partial sun front yard concrete paver driveway in Orange County.

Kacie Young
Inspiration for a small craftsman master medium tone wood floor bedroom remodel in Sacramento with white walls and no fireplace

Lighten your load in the laundry room with Organized Living Classica home storage. Features shelving, drawers, baskets, cabinets, clothes rods and more! Find your local dealer now: http://www.organizedliving.com/home/where-to-buy

Freestanding bathtub - large modern master slate floor and black floor freestanding bathtub idea in San Francisco with gray walls

photo Benjamin Benschneider
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern open concept light wood floor living room remodel in Seattle with a standard fireplace and a media wall

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Nat Rea
Mid-sized trendy open concept ceramic tile and beige floor living room photo in Other with brown walls and no fireplace

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Example of a classic kitchen design in Cleveland

Krista Sobkowiak
Inspiration for a large coastal stone front porch remodel in Chicago with a roof extension

Nicolas Arellano
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized industrial l-shaped ceramic tile eat-in kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

For this kitchen, designed by Peter Bittner, the client had a very clear idea of what she wanted right from the start. She did her research. The mother of a fast growing, young family, she wanted something as efficient as it was beautiful – on the simple, yet elegant side. Her requests were straightforward: white and light grey Bilotta cabinetry in a transitional style so as not to compete with the detailing inside her 1950s Tudor-style home; a heated tile floor (By Rye Ridge Tile); stainless appliances; white subway tile backsplash by Walker Zanger (again to keep it clean and not compete with its surroundings); and seating at the island for snacks and homework. The “pop” suggested by Peter was done through the satin brass hardware and lighting fixtures. The real challenge with this space was to fit as much as possible into the existing footprint which was overall on the smaller side. The solution was eliminating a doorway (with a swinging door that opened into the kitchen) and stairs from the kitchen to the basement. By moving the stairs and doorway, the usable space increased considerably. The typical working triangle became the focus for one side of the kitchen and the island overhang and seating became available on the other side. To make up for the limited amount of wall cabinets Peter designed shallow pantry-style cabinets along the back wall. Quartz Countertops by Rom Stone Fabrication. Designer: Peter Bittner Photographer: Peter Krupenye

Photo Credit: kee sites
Rustic exterior home idea in San Francisco

Kitchen - coastal kitchen idea in Phoenix

Cottage staircase photo in Los Angeles