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Example of a bedroom and mid-sized transitional gender-neutral concrete floor and beige floor kids' bedroom design in Miami with gray walls

Michael Moran/OTTO photography We took a predictable suburban spec house and transformed it into a unique home of enduring value and family-centered design. The existing footprint was expanded where it needed it most: in the family and kitchen area, creating a large square room with open views to a protected nature preserve abutting the property. An unexpected glass canopy and teak entry door are clues that what lies beyond is hardly commonplace. The design challenge was to infuse modern-day functionality and architectural quality into a spec house. Working in partnership with Gary Cruz Studio, we designed the pared down, art-filled interiors with the goal of creating comfortable, purposeful living environments. We also sought to integrate the existing pool and rear deck into the overall building design, extending the usable space outside as a screened-in porch, a dining terrace, and a seating area around a stone fire pit.

This little girl's room in Scarsdale, NY is the perfect combination of sophistication and fun. Full of color and patterns, the room has a youthful feel, yet the practical use of space will provide versatile functionality in the years ahead. Photography by © elkstudios.com

Architect: Grouparchitect. Contractor: Barlow Construction. Photography: Chad Savaikie.
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Jeff Miller
Example of a small transitional open concept medium tone wood floor family room library design with no fireplace and no tv

Photography by William Quarles. Designed by Shannon Bogen. Built by Robert Paige Cabinetry. Contractor Tom Martin
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Multi-tiered outdoor deck with hot tub feature give the owners numerous options for utilizing their backyard space.
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  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Collaborations are typically so fruitful and this one was no different. The homeowners started by hiring an architect to develop a vision and plan for transforming their very traditional brick home into a contemporary family home full of modern updates. The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn was hired to provide kitchen design expertise and to bring the vision to life. The bamboo cabinetry and white Ceasarstone countertops provide contrast that pops while the white oak floors and limestone tile bring warmth to the space. A large island houses a Galley Sink which provides a multi-functional work surface fantastic for summer entertaining. And speaking of summer entertaining, a new Nana Wall system — a large glass wall system that creates a large exterior opening and can literally be opened and closed with one finger – brings the outdoor in and creates a very unique flavor to the space. Matching bamboo cabinetry and panels were also installed in the adjoining family room, along with aluminum doors with frosted glass and a repeat of the limestone at the newly designed fireplace. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

A Murphy bed, also known as a wall bed or pull-down bed, is a space-saving furniture solution designed to be vertically stored against a wall or inside a cabinet when not in use. The primary functionality of a Murphy bed is to provide a comfortable sleeping area while maximizing floor space in a room, making it particularly useful in small living spaces such as studio apartments, guest rooms, or home offices.

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Roger Wade Studio
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Designed for efficiency, every detail of this kitchen has been thoughtfully chosen for smart functionality and eclectic style.
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