Marc Rutenberg Homes
Mid-sized transitional carpeted bedroom photo in Tampa with black walls and no fireplace

Example of a classic open concept family room design in New York with gray walls and no fireplace

Small transitional tile back porch photo in Atlanta with a roof extension

Haris Kenjar
Staircase - mid-sized eclectic wooden l-shaped wood railing staircase idea in Seattle with painted risers

Photo: Berkay Demirkan
Large transitional enclosed medium tone wood floor living room library photo in DC Metro with green walls, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace and no tv

Inspiration for a timeless family room remodel in San Francisco

David Tsay for STYLED by Emily Henderson
Example of a country light wood floor family room design in Portland with white walls

Jessica Alexander
Inspiration for a transitional light wood floor bedroom remodel in Los Angeles with gray walls

Bruce Cole Photography
Hallway - small cottage medium tone wood floor and brown floor hallway idea with white walls

Park City Showcase of Homes 2013 by Utah Home Builder, Cameo Homes Inc., in Tuhaye, Park City, Utah. www.cameohomesinc.com
Living room - rustic carpeted living room idea in Salt Lake City with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Rough-hewn beams, 100-year old barn floors and reclaimed wood walls are features of this seating area as well as the dining and living areas that surround the kitchen that sits at the center of the ground floor.

Photos by Philippe Le Berre
Bedroom - large mid-century modern master medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom idea in Los Angeles with gray walls and no fireplace

Inspiration for a rustic straight mixed material railing staircase remodel in Minneapolis

A soft, modern reading nook featuring a sculptural upholstered lounge chair, marble pedestal side table, and warm natural textures. Light hardwood floors and sheer curtains keep the corner bright and relaxed — a calm, contemporary moment within the heritage home.

Lagoon-side property in the Bel Marin Keys, Novato, CA. Entertaining and enjoying the views were a primary design goal for this project along with replacing the lawn with CA native and low water plants and a total renovation. The project includes a large camaru deck with built-in seating. The concrete steps and pavers lead down to the water's edge. I included a sunken patio on one side and a beautiful Buddha statue on the other, surrounded by succulents and other low-water, contemporary plantings. I also used Dymondia ground cover to create a natural pathways within the garden. Photo: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design. Design Eileen Kelly

Lori Hamilton
Elegant beige floor laundry room photo in Miami with white cabinets and beige countertops

Example of a classic formal and enclosed living room design in Chicago with gray walls and a standard fireplace

Roman shades from Budget Blinds exclusive BECE line.
Bedroom - mid-sized transitional master light wood floor bedroom idea in Portland Maine with white walls, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround

This home office was designed for someone who refuses to be boring — even at work. Floor-to-ceiling botanical wallpaper sets the tone the moment you walk in, layering birds, blooms, and trailing vines across every wall. Instead of pulling back to let the wallpaper breathe, we leaned all the way in — a deep forest green painted ceiling anchors the room and makes the whole space feel intentional, enveloping, and alive. The furniture mix is eclectic by design. A cobalt blue velvet desk chair on a brass base sits at a warm wood built-in desk unit, while a raspberry velvet armchair creates a reading nook that actually gets used. The vintage Persian rug grounds the layers of pattern without competing. A Tiffany-style lamp adds one more collected, personal touch. Abstract art on the wall brings a modern counterpoint to all the botanicals — proof that maximalism and contemporary design are not opposites. This is a space that says why not to every design rule. More color. More pattern. More personality. Because a beautiful office makes you want to actually show up.