Photo: Mina Brinkey © 2013 Houzz
Eclectic porch photo in Tampa with decking

Stone steppers lead to an irregular lannon stone fire pit area in this creekside backyard in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. Westhauser Photography
This is an example of a small rustic partial sun backyard stone landscaping in Milwaukee with a fire pit for summer.

Design ideas for a mediterranean garden path in Chicago.

Annika Lundvall
Example of a trendy pivot front door design in Los Angeles with a dark wood front door

When our client bought their lot in Broken Top they did not build for years. Living in San Diego,they decided in 2011 to build a vacation home/ future retirement abode. Their vision included a welcoming single level with relaxing Master bedroom and bath, a kitchen/living/dining space to entertain family and friends, and an outdoor living space to enjoy the sunsets.Their vision became reality!! It also includes a wonderful second bedroom perfect for guests, with a separate entrance and a private bath with walk-in shower. The third bedroom doubles as an office with lots of windows. The home is rustic from the front. Upon entering one notices the open floor plan and contemporary kitchen design as well as the beautiful rock fireplace and abundance of light. An extra-large island in the kitchen includes a wine cooler, bar sink, and eating area. The décor of the home is comfortable and warm. And the stunning dark Acacia wood flooring runs throughout the main living area. This home is 3210 square feet on a single level. Natural mature landscaping surrounds the home giving it a settled-in feeling. This is a perfect home for retirees who host guests, or a small family. In this case,the couple will use it as their vacation get-away with retirement in their scope. Ross Chandler

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

Ryann Ford
Design ideas for a contemporary landscaping in Austin.

Lori Hamilton Photography
Example of a trendy backyard rectangular pool design in Miami

Study room - modern built-in desk study room idea in DC Metro with white walls

This is our current model for our community, Riverside Cliffs. This community is located along the tranquil Virgin River. This unique home gets better and better as you pass through the private front patio and into a gorgeous circular entry. The study conveniently located off the entry can also be used as a fourth bedroom. You will enjoy the bathroom accessible to both the study and another bedroom. A large walk-in closet is located inside the master bathroom. The great room, dining and kitchen area is perfect for family gathering. This home is beautiful inside and out. Jeremiah Barber

This six-bedroom home — all with en-suite bathrooms — is a brand new home on one of Lincoln Park's most desirable streets. The neo-Georgian, brick and limestone façade features well-crafted detailing both inside and out. The lower recreation level is expansive, with 9-foot ceilings throughout. The first floor houses elegant living and dining areas, as well as a large kitchen with attached great room, and the second floor holds an expansive master suite with a spa bath and vast walk-in closets. A grand, elliptical staircase ascends throughout the home, concluding in a sunlit penthouse providing access to an expansive roof deck and sweeping views of the city.. Nathan Kirkman

David Burroughs
Inspiration for a timeless brick back porch remodel in Baltimore with a roof extension

Inspiration for a coastal deck remodel in DC Metro with decking

Brad Ziegler
Seated home bar - transitional galley medium tone wood floor seated home bar idea in Detroit with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets and dark wood cabinets

The original driveway is now a private courtyard off of the dining room, with new flagstone steps.
Example of an arts and crafts one-story stucco entryway design in Los Angeles

Lara Swimmer
Example of a transitional outdoor patio shower design in Seattle

I was hired by the parents of a soon-to-be teenage girl turning 13 years-old. They wanted to remodel her bedroom from a young girls room to a teenage room. This project was a joy and a dream to work on! I got the opportunity to channel my inner child. I wanted to design a space that she would love to sleep in, entertain, hangout, do homework, and lounge in. The first step was to interview her so that she would feel like she was a part of the process and the decision making. I asked her what was her favorite color, what was her favorite print, her favorite hobbies, if there was anything in her room she wanted to keep, and her style. The second step was to go shopping with her and once that process started she was thrilled. One of the challenges for me was making sure I was able to give her everything she wanted. The other challenge was incorporating her favorite pattern-- zebra print. I decided to bring it into the room in small accent pieces where it was previously the dominant pattern throughout her room. The color palette went from light pink to her favorite color teal with pops of fuchsia. I wanted to make the ceiling a part of the design so I painted it a deep teal and added a beautiful teal glass and crystal chandelier to highlight it. Her room became a private oasis away from her parents where she could escape to. In the end we gave her everything she wanted. Photography by Haigwood Studios

A coastal kitchen with natural hues and blue accents, perfect for cooking and entertaining.
Inspiration for a transitional light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Boston with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, glass tile backsplash, white backsplash and white countertops

Tony Soluri Photography
Example of a trendy backyard deck design in Chicago with decking and a bbq area