Example of a classic terra-cotta tile and red floor enclosed kitchen design in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets and wood countertops

The overarching design intent for this 1,455-square-foot West Vine Street condominium was to make the spaces contemporary and functional. The renovation began with an unexpected structural deficiency in the form of a post located in the middle of the living room that was causing a three-inch dip in the floor. It was removed and replaced with steel columns running down through the walls and into a footing pad with a three-foot depth. The main living spaces underwent significant changes; the kitchen was reconfigured to open up a formerly cramped space, and the removal of a wall made room for a cascading island with Cesarstone countertops—a crowning feature. Additionally, an electrical panel was relocated to be able to wrap the refrigerator with a wood veneer frame. Notable materials include eight-inch-wide ‘Esplanade’ French oak plank floors chosen to complement the reclaimed wood-wrapped ceiling beams, which feature a combination of LED downlighting and uplighting. A sleek gas fireplace with horizontal slate surround and paneled wall backing replaced an old wood-burning stove—furthering the design program. Pacheco-Robb Architects dismantled an existing spiral stair and replaced it with a cable-rail system—a nautical nod—which is noteworthy for the way it meets code; by running a contiguous oak banister for the entire length of the stair, they were able to avoid having to add a second railing, which would shrink the already narrow stairwell. Upstairs, a tight bedroom with gabled ceilings was addressed by adding a solar-operated skylight with built-in shade, plus minimalistic furnishings. Structural changes in the master bedroom included eliminating a closest to widen the room, and reconfiguring a bathroom to fit a small walk-in closet in lieu of a long, thin hallway. The formerly unfinished rooftop deck is now accessed via a six-foot door that opens more than 90 degrees. Azek decking was laid over the rubber roof, and two-inch stanchions were located around the rail’s outer edge. By opening the floor plan and streamlining the aesthetic, the place now breathes.

Fitch’s kitchen backsplash features Polycor’s 1 cm Ultra-Thin White Cherokee marble slabs as the main focal point. Fitch worked with the architects at Bercy Chen Studio and Austin-based Empire Fabricators to design and install a bookmatched backsplash and thin profile countertop using that ultra thin stone in a honed finish. The project was also completed in large part with Latera Architectural Surfaces who were instrumental in making it a great success. Photo credits: Andrea Calo.

Clean, white and simple the kitchen is a smaller profile space. We made the counter work perfectly for an easy breakfast, and the custom kitchen table cosy for dinner at the banquette.

Hot tub - coastal round hot tub idea in Boston with decking

The balcony’s airy palette and low-profile seating maximize the horizon while grounding the view in comfort.
Inspiration for a coastal glass railing balcony remodel in Miami with a roof extension

The patio features cooking, dining, and living areas extending the great room outside / Builder - Platinum Custom Homes / Photo by ©Thompson Photographic.com 2018 / Tate Studio Architects

Michael J. Lee Photography for DESIGN NEW ENGLAND magazine
Elegant living room photo in Boston

Tuscan master beige floor freestanding bathtub photo in Las Vegas with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets and an undermount sink

Napoleon Linear Fireplace The napoleon linear 62 gas fireplace can be installed in both residential or commercial applications. With various media enhancement kits and decorative options to choose from, it’s easy to make the linear 62 gas fireplace the perfect focal point for any room in your home. The state-of-the-art proflame ii remote control, allows convenient flame adjustment, flame on/off and operates the exclusive night light. The linear 62 comes standard with a topaz crystaline ember bed, four-piece black trim, proflame ii remote control, mirro-flame porcelain reflective radiant panels and electronic ignition making it the perfect fireplace for lobbies, entrance ways, hallways, bars, lounges, living rooms and more.

Example of a mid-sized 1950s u-shaped cement tile floor and gray floor enclosed kitchen design in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, cement tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and black countertops

Wooden Classicism Nesbitt House – Seaside, Florida Architect: Robert A. M. Stern Builder: O.B. Laurent Construction E. F. San Juan produced all of the interior and exterior millwork for this elegantly designed residence in the influential New Urban town of Seaside, Florida. Challenges: The beachfront residence required adherence to the area’s strict building code requirements, creating a unique profile for the compact layout of each room. Each room was also designed with all-wood walls and ceilings, which meant there was a lot of custom millwork! Solution: Unlike many homes where the same molding and paneling profiles are repeated throughout each room, this home featured a unique profile for each space. The effort was laborious—our team at E. F. San Juan created tools for each of these specific jobs. “The project required over four hundred man-hours of knife-grinding just to produce the tools,” says Edward San Juan. “Organization and scheduling were critical in this project because so many parts were required to complete each room.” The long hours and hard work allowed us to take the compacted plan and create the feel of an open, airy American beach house with the influence of 1930s Swedish classicism. The ceiling and walls in each room are paneled, giving them an elongated look to open up the space. The enticing, simplified wooden classicism style seamlessly complements the sweeping vistas and surrounding natural beauty along the Gulf of Mexico. --- Photography by Steven Mangum – STM Photography

Gorgeous kitchen renovation featuring elegant maple shaker cabinets. Abundant unique features, such as concealed refrigerator and dishwasher panels, a convenient pull-out pantry, and discreetly integrated kitchen appliances. The spacious layout boasts a massive picture window with a view of the backyard.

Bob Greenspan
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized 1960s galley concrete floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen idea in Kansas City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Jeff Herr Photography
Example of an arts and crafts formal and open concept medium tone wood floor living room design in Atlanta

This residence boasts many amazing features, but one that stands out in specific is the dual sided fireplace clad in Eldorado Stone’s Black River Stacked Stone. Adding stone to the fireplace automatically creates a dramatic focal point and compliments the interior decor by mixing natural and artificial elements, contrasting colors, as well as incorporating a variety of textures. By weaving in stone as architectural accents throughout the the home, the interior and the exterior seamlessly flow into one another and the project as a whole becomes an architectural masterpiece. Designer: Contour Interior Design, LLC Website: www.contourinteriordesign.com Builder: Capital Builders Website: www.capitalbuildreshouston.com Eldorado Stone Profile Featured: Black River Stacked Stone installed with a Dry-Stack grout technique

Beach chic farmhouse offers sensational ocean views spanning from the tree tops of the Pacific Palisades through Santa Monica
Inspiration for a large coastal l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, gray countertops and an undermount sink

A gorgeous kitchen with neutral colors in this home located in Promontory, Park City, Utah. Built by Cameo Homes Inc.
Kitchen - rustic kitchen idea in Salt Lake City

Transitional l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and an island