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Large elegant dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Cleveland with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, subway tile backsplash, quartzite countertops and white backsplash

Living room - mediterranean dark wood floor living room idea in Miami with beige walls

The simple use of black and white…classic, timeless, elegant. No better words could describe the renovation of this kitchen, dining room and seating area. First, an amazing wall of custom cabinets was installed. The home’s 10’ ceilings provided a nice opportunity to stack up decorative glass cabinetry and highly crafted crown moldings on top, while maintaining a considerable amount of cabinetry just below it. The custom-made brush stroke finished cabinetry is highlighted by a chimney-style wood hood surround with leaded glass cabinets. Custom display cabinets with leaded glass also separate the kitchen from the dining room. Next, the homeowner installed a 5’ x 14’ island finished in black. It houses the main sink with a pedal style control disposal, dishwasher, microwave, second bar sink, beverage center refrigerator and still has room to sit five to six people. The hardwood floor in the kitchen and family room matches the rest of the house. The homeowner wanted to use a very selective white quartzite stone for counters and backsplash to add to the brightness of their kitchen. Contemporary chandeliers over the island are timeless and elegant. High end appliances covered by custom panels are part of this featured project, both to satisfy the owner’s needs and to implement the classic look desired for this kitchen. Beautiful dining and living areas surround this kitchen. All done in a contemporary style to create a seamless design and feel the owner had in mind.

Example of a mountain style living room design in Minneapolis with a ribbon fireplace and a stone fireplace

Back When Photography
Small farmhouse u-shaped dark wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in Salt Lake City with yellow cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, white appliances, green walls, no island, a drop-in sink and shaker cabinets

“This design originated with the client’s desire to duplicate the warmth of Tuscan Architecture,” says Stolz. “The vision that South Coast Architects set forth was to create the feel of an old Tuscan Village as a private residence at their golf community, ‘The Hideaway’ in La Quinta, California. However, we had to keep in mind that we were still designing for a desert lifestyle, which meant an emphasis on indoor/outdoor living and capturing the spectacular views of the golf course and neighboring mountains,” Stolz adds. “The owners had spent a lot of time in Europe and knew exactly what they wanted when it came to the overall look of the home, especially the stone,” says Muth. “The mason ended up creating a dozen mock-ups of various stone profiles and blends to help the family decide what really worked for them. Ultimately, they selected Eldorado Stone’s Orchard Cypress Ridge profile that offers a beautiful blend of stone sizes and colors.” “The generous use of Eldorado Stone with brick detailing over the majority of the exterior of the home added the authenticity and timelessness that we were striving for in the design,” says Stolz. “Our clients want the very best, but if we can duplicate something and save money, what client would say no? That’s why we use Eldorado Stone whenever we can. It gives us the opportunity to save money and gives clients exactly the look they desire so we can use more of their budget in other areas.” Stolz explained that Eldorado Stone was also brought into the interior to continue that feel of authenticity and historical accuracy. Stone is used floor to ceiling in the kitchen for a pizza oven, as well as on the fireplace in the Great Room and on an entire wall in the master bedroom. “Using a material like Eldorado Stone allows for the seamless continuation of space” says Stolz. “Stone is what made the house so authentic-looking” says Muth. “It’s such an integral part of the house that it either was going to be a make or break scenario if we made the wrong choice. Luckily, Eldorado Stone really made it!” Eldorado Stone Profile Featured: Orchard Cypress Ridge with a khaki grout color (overgrout technique) Eldorado Brick Profile Featured: Cassis ModenaBrick with a khaki grout color (overgrout technique) Architect: South Coast Architects Website: www.southcoastarchitects.com Builder: Andrew Pierce Corporation, Palm Desert, CA Website: www. andrewpiercecorp.com Mason: RAS Masonry, Inc. Bob Serna, Corona, CA Phone: 760-774-0090 Photography: Eric Figge Photography, Inc.

Design by Sutro Architects Interior Design by Adeeni Design Group Photography by Christopher Stark
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped concrete floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white backsplash, an island and paneled appliances

Interior Design by Pamala Deikel Design Photos by Paul Rollis
Bedroom - country carpeted bedroom idea in San Francisco with gray walls and no fireplace

Kitchen in Mountain Modern Contemporary Steamboat Springs Ski Resort Custom Home built by Amaron Folkestad General Contractors www.AmaronBuilders.com Apex Architecture Photos by Brian Adams

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Open concept kitchen - mid-sized traditional galley light wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Boise with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, a peninsula, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances

The Laurel was a project that required a rigorous lesson in southern architectural vernacular. The site being located in the hot climate of the Carolina shoreline, the client was eager to capture cross breezes and utilize outdoor entertainment spaces. The home was designed with three covered porches, one partially covered courtyard, and one screened porch, all accessed by way of French doors and extra tall double-hung windows. The open main level floor plan centers on common livings spaces, while still leaving room for a luxurious master suite. The upstairs loft includes two individual bed and bath suites, providing ample room for guests. Native materials were used in construction, including a metal roof and local timber.

Craig Denis
Trendy galley kitchen photo in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets and an island

Elegant family room photo in San Francisco with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Kitchen - transitional u-shaped light wood floor, beige floor, exposed beam and wood ceiling kitchen idea with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Kitchen - country l-shaped multicolored floor kitchen idea in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

View of kitchen looking back toward seating area. photo: Tracy Witherspoon
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and limestone backsplash

Jesse Snyder
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, multicolored walls and a peninsula

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Inspiration for a timeless medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets and an island

Inspiration for a coastal sunroom remodel in Minneapolis with no fireplace and a standard ceiling