Jennifer Ballard
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless enclosed and formal carpeted living room remodel in Portland with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace and a media wall

Example of a classic medium tone wood floor and orange floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Boston with beige walls and a standard fireplace

Jennifer Ballard
Example of a mid-sized classic enclosed and formal carpeted living room design in Portland with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace and a media wall

Jennifer Ballard
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless enclosed and formal carpeted living room remodel in Portland with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace and a media wall

Dundee Oak harwood floor in beachfront property family room.
Large beach style formal and open concept dark wood floor living room photo in Providence with white walls, a standard fireplace and a metal fireplace

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless front porch remodel in Charleston with decking and a roof extension

A fresh take on traditional style, this sprawling suburban home draws its occupants together in beautifully, comfortably designed spaces that gather family members for companionship, conversation, and conviviality. At the same time, it adroitly accommodates a crowd, and facilitates large-scale entertaining with ease. This balance of private intimacy and public welcome is the result of Soucie Horner’s deft remodeling of the original floor plan and creation of an all-new wing comprising functional spaces including a mudroom, powder room, laundry room, and home office, along with an exciting, three-room teen suite above. A quietly orchestrated symphony of grayed blues unites this home, from Soucie Horner Collections custom furniture and rugs, to objects, accessories, and decorative exclamationpoints that punctuate the carefully synthesized interiors. A discerning demonstration of family-friendly living at its finest.

Private New York residence by Markham Roberts featuring a custom mantel. Photo by Nelson Hancock.
Example of a transitional home design design in New York with a stone fireplace

A large, contemporary painting in the poker room helps set a fun tone in the space. The inviting room welcomes players to the round table as it blends modern elements with traditional architecture. A Bonisolli Photography

The guest room suite is located on the main floor off its own private corridor, with access through the French doors to a private terrace, facing a nature reserve.

HAR listing 9676247 Stately old-world European-inspired custom estate on 1.10 park-like acres just completed in Hunters Creek. Private & gated 125 foot driveway leads to architectural masterpiece. Master suites on 1st and 2nd floor, game room, home theater, full quarters, 1,000+ bottle climate controlled wine room, elevator, generator ready, pool, spa, hot tub, large covered porches & arbor, outdoor kitchen w/ pizza oven, stone circular driveway, custom carved stone fireplace mantels, planters and fountain. Call 281-252-6100 for more information about this home.

This 2-story home with inviting front porch includes a 3-car garage and mudroom entry complete with convenient built-in lockers. Stylish hardwood flooring in the foyer extends to the dining room, kitchen, and breakfast area. To the front of the home a formal living room is adjacent to the dining room with elegant tray ceiling and craftsman style wainscoting and chair rail. A butler’s pantry off of the dining area leads to the kitchen and breakfast area. The well-appointed kitchen features quartz countertops with tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, attractive cabinetry and a spacious pantry. The sunny breakfast area provides access to the deck and back yard via sliding glass doors. The great room is open to the breakfast area and kitchen and includes a gas fireplace featuring stone surround and shiplap detail. Also on the 1st floor is a study with coffered ceiling. The 2nd floor boasts a spacious raised rec room and a convenient laundry room in addition to 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. The owner’s suite with tray ceiling in the bedroom, includes a private bathroom with tray ceiling, quartz vanity tops, a freestanding tub, and a 5’ tile shower.

Kitchen design and remodel with black and white cabinetry, gray and white leathered quartzite countertop and slab backsplash, a marble niche, polished nickel fixtures and a butcher block walnut, Sub-Zero Wolf gas range top, stainless steel double oven, and refrigerator. Nearby fireplace has a newly designed mantel, tile surround and hearth, and painted to match black kitchen cabinetry.

All Photos by Nikolas Koenig
Family room - large contemporary open concept dark wood floor and brown floor family room idea in New York with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a tv stand and a stone fireplace

Farmhouse family room photo in Boston

Huge trendy concrete floor dining room photo with beige walls, a two-sided fireplace and a stone fireplace

Example of a mid-sized arts and crafts dark wood floor and brown floor entry hall design with beige walls

Stone and cedar shake combine with triumphant gables and graceful arches to create a Craftsman exterior with European flair. Influenced by the cottages of old, this hillside walkout boasts a rear wall of glasswork on both floors to capture breath-taking views. A rear porch and screened porch take living outdoors. The open floor plan distinguishes rooms by ceiling treatments and columns instead of enclosing space with walls. For added convenience and future planning, an elevator makes living easier. Custom features include a walk-in pantry, abundant storage space and large utility room with sink. The master bedroom is complete with two walk-in closets, a double vanity, garden tub, separate shower and private privy. Along with the master suite, the secondary bedrooms take advantage of the natural scenery.

Inspired by the surrounding landscape, the Craftsman/Prairie style is one of the few truly American architectural styles. It was developed around the turn of the century by a group of Midwestern architects and continues to be among the most comfortable of all American-designed architecture more than a century later, one of the main reasons it continues to attract architects and homeowners today. Oxbridge builds on that solid reputation, drawing from Craftsman/Prairie and classic Farmhouse styles. Its handsome Shingle-clad exterior includes interesting pitched rooflines, alternating rows of cedar shake siding, stone accents in the foundation and chimney and distinctive decorative brackets. Repeating triple windows add interest to the exterior while keeping interior spaces open and bright. Inside, the floor plan is equally impressive. Columns on the porch and a custom entry door with sidelights and decorative glass leads into a spacious 2,900-square-foot main floor, including a 19 by 24-foot living room with a period-inspired built-ins and a natural fireplace. While inspired by the past, the home lives for the present, with open rooms and plenty of storage throughout. Also included is a 27-foot-wide family-style kitchen with a large island and eat-in dining and a nearby dining room with a beadboard ceiling that leads out onto a relaxing 240-square-foot screen porch that takes full advantage of the nearby outdoors and a private 16 by 20-foot master suite with a sloped ceiling and relaxing personal sitting area. The first floor also includes a large walk-in closet, a home management area and pantry to help you stay organized and a first-floor laundry area. Upstairs, another 1,500 square feet awaits, with a built-ins and a window seat at the top of the stairs that nod to the home’s historic inspiration. Opt for three family bedrooms or use one of the three as a yoga room; the upper level also includes attic access, which offers another 500 square feet, perfect for crafts or a playroom. More space awaits in the lower level, where another 1,500 square feet (and an additional 1,000) include a recreation/family room with nine-foot ceilings, a wine cellar and home office. Photographer: Jeff Garland