David Lauer
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master white tile and marble tile porcelain tile and white floor freestanding bathtub remodel in Denver with white walls

Inspiration for a contemporary living room remodel in Tampa with blue walls, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Peter Molick Photography
Inspiration for a transitional white two-story brick gable roof remodel in Houston

Complete aging-in-place bathroom remodel to make it more accessible. Includes stylish safety grab bars, LED lighting, wide shower seat, under-mount tub with wide ledge, radiant heated flooring, and curbless entry to shower.

Example of a transitional u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Richmond with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

photo credit: Haris Kenjar Tabarka tile floor. Rejuvenation sink + mirror. Arteriors lighting.
Example of a transitional 3/4 white tile and ceramic tile multicolored floor and terra-cotta tile corner shower design in Albuquerque with a wall-mount sink, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls and a hinged shower door

Our clients had been in their home since the early 1980’s and decided it was time for some updates. We took on the kitchen, two bathrooms and a powder room. This petite master bathroom primarily had storage and space planning challenges. Since the wife uses a larger bath down the hall, this bath is primarily the husband’s domain and was designed with his needs in mind. We started out by converting an existing alcove tub to a new shower since the tub was never used. The custom shower base and decorative tile are now visible through the glass shower door and help to visually elongate the small room. A Kohler tailored vanity provides as much storage as possible in a small space, along with a small wall niche and large medicine cabinet to supplement. “Wood” plank tile, specialty wall covering and the darker vanity and glass accents give the room a more masculine feel as was desired. Floor heating and 1 piece ceramic vanity top add a bit of luxury to this updated modern feeling space. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

The bungalow after renovation. You can see two of the upper gables that were added but still fit the size and feel of the home. Soft green siding color with gray sash allows the blue of the door to pop. Photography by Josh Vick

Eat-in kitchen - large contemporary l-shaped painted wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an island, an undermount sink, brown backsplash, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and matchstick tile backsplash

Seating and fire pits create intimate exterior patio spaces. Iron railings wrap the light wells providing access and natural light to a generous full basement from the rear yard area. Painted brick and shutters accent the modern adaptation of traditional detailing. Gutters, rain leaders and roof overhangs are refined and deliberate.

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   We went with a minimalist, clean, industrial look that feels light, bright and airy. The island is a dark charcoal with cool undertones that coordinates with the cabinetry and transom work in both the neighboring mudroom and breakfast area. White subway tile, quartz countertops, white enamel pendants and gold fixtures complete the update. The ends of the island are shiplap material that is also used on the fireplace in the next room. In the new mudroom, we used a fun porcelain tile on the floor to get a pop of pattern, and walnut accents add some warmth. Each child has their own cubby, and there is a spot for shoes below a long bench. Open shelving with spots for baskets provides additional storage for the room. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKBD Photography by: LOMA Studios For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Photography by Paige Kilgore
Example of a large beach style u-shaped concrete floor open concept kitchen design in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Marisa Vitale Photography www.marisavitale.com
Example of a large cottage master gray tile and ceramic tile white floor drop-in bathtub design in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets and white walls

Capital Area Remodeling Benjamin Moore Cadet Grey painted cabinets and Super White granite counters Stainless steel pendant lights hang over island.

Kitchen - mid-sized traditional dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, multicolored backsplash, an island, blue cabinets, marble countertops, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Jack Bates Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized coastal l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink and solid surface countertops

Photograph ©Stephani Buchman
Kitchen - contemporary light wood floor and beige floor kitchen idea in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

The goal was to create a bathroom which was luxurious, timeless, classic, yet absolutely current and contemporary.
Freestanding bathtub - large transitional master gray tile, white tile and mosaic tile white floor and marble floor freestanding bathtub idea in Toronto with white cabinets, white walls, a vessel sink, recessed-panel cabinets, a one-piece toilet, marble countertops and a hinged shower door

This growing family of six was struggling with a dysfunctional kitchen design. The center island had been installed at an odd angle that limited accessibility and traffic flow. Additionally, storage space was limited by poor cabinet design. Finally, doorways in and out of the kitchen were narrow and poorly located, especially for children dashing in and out. Other design challenges included how to better use a 10’ x 12’ room for children’s jackets and toys and how to add a professional-quality gas range in a neighborhood were natural gas wasn’t available. The new design would address all of these issues. DESIGN SOLUTIONS The new kitchen design revolves around a more proportional island. Carefully placed in the center of the new space with seating for four, it includes a prep sink, a second dishwasher and a beverage center. The distressed ebony-stained island and hutch provides a brilliant contrast between the white color cabinetry. White Carrera marble countertops and backsplash top both island and perimeter cabinets. Tall, double stacked cabinetry lines two walls to maximize storage space. Across the room there was an unused wall that now contains a 36” tower fridge and freezer, both covered with matching panels, and a tall cabinet that contains a microwave, steam unit and warming drawer. A propane tank was buried in the back yard to provide gas to a new 60” professional range and cooktop. A custom-made wood mantel hood blends perfectly with the cabinet style. The old laundry room was reconfigured to have lots of locker space for all kids and added cabinetry for storage. A double entry door separated the new mudroom from the rest of the back hall. In the back hall the back windows were replaced with a set of French door and added decking to create a direct access to deck and backyard. The end result is an open floor plan, high-end appliances, great traffic flow and pleasing colors. The homeowner calls it the “kitchen of her dreams.”