Photo of a mediterranean front yard landscaping in Orange County.

One of many contenders for the official SYH motto is "Got ranch?" Midcentury limestone ranch, to be specific. Because in Bloomington, we do! We've got lots of midcentury limestone ranches, ripe for updates. This gut remodel and addition on the East side is a great example. The two-way fireplace sits in its original spot in the 2400 square foot home, now acting as the pivot point between the home's original wing and a 1000 square foot new addition. In the reconfiguration of space, bedrooms now flank a central public zone, kids on one end (in spaces that are close to the original bedroom footprints), and a new owner's suite on the other. Everyone meets in the middle for cooking and eating and togetherness. A portion of the full basement is finished for a guest suite and tv room, accessible from the foyer stair that is also, more or less, in its original spot. The kitchen was always street-facing in this home, which the homeowners dug, so we kept it that way, but of course made it bigger and more open. What we didn't keep: the original green and pink toilets and tile. (Apologies to the purists; though they may still be in the basement.) Opening spaces both to one another and to the outside help lighten and modernize this family home, which comes alive with contrast, color, natural walnut and oak, and a great collection of art, books and vintage rugs. It's definitely ready for its next 75 years.

Casey Dunn
Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized contemporary l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen idea in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Transitional white one-story exterior home idea in Atlanta

Lisa Romerein
Farmhouse powder room photo in San Francisco with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, beige walls and gray countertops

Tim Stone
Mountain style one-story glass exterior home photo in Denver

Example of a large southwest multicolored tile and mosaic tile travertine floor and white floor powder room design in Phoenix with furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a vessel sink, black walls, concrete countertops and gray countertops

this professionally equipped outdoor kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances and a built-in smoker Eric Rorer Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized country backyard concrete paver patio kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a pergola

View of the the design combines delicate curves that evoke Spanish colonial architecture with soft hues of pink sand and natural woods. Neutral finishes and subtle textures create a cozy and sophisticated atmosphere.

The family room showcases a stone fireplace and large glazing. Photos by Eric Lucero
Example of a large mountain style open concept dark wood floor family room design in Denver with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Mid-sized mountain style formal and open concept medium tone wood floor living room photo in Other with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Thomas Kuoh
Small transitional powder room photo in San Francisco with multicolored walls and a pedestal sink

photos by Steve Chenn
Example of a mountain style wooden staircase design in Houston

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Small tuscan brown tile terra-cotta tile powder room photo in Phoenix with an integrated sink, orange walls and black countertops

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Example of a mid-sized trendy master black tile and stone slab marble floor bathroom design in Austin with black walls

This Texas Ranch House and vineyard demanded a custom wine cellar and tasting room. Built into the hillside below the main house, the cellar features storage for over 1000 bottles, a small tasting room with hand-painted vineyard mural, and solid stone walls and archways. The flagstone flooring is offset by mesquite ceilings and countertops and custom cabinets of reclaimed wood. Southern Landscape completed all of the stonework for the wine cellar.

Inspiration for a large farmhouse full sun backyard mulch formal garden in Austin.

Casey Dunn
Enclosed kitchen - farmhouse l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen idea in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island