photo by Roger Wade
Example of a mountain style formal dark wood floor living room design with a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial galley utility room remodel in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Cornerless windows are a small detail which helps to add a feeling of expansiveness to the view from this contemporary living room
Inspiration for a large contemporary formal and enclosed light wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Denver with no tv, a ribbon fireplace and a metal fireplace

Michele Lee Wilson
Large craftsman brown three-story wood gable roof idea in San Francisco

Example of a trendy light wood floor seated home bar design in New York with furniture-like cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and wood countertops

Bedroom - large eclectic master bedroom idea in Los Angeles with red walls

Built with family in mind, this living room has space for family and friends to gather and play games.
Example of a transitional living room design in New York with a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace

Succulents, grasses and low-water shrubs with vivid foliage give this coastal garden a rich, textured look with minimal maintenance. Exterior colors and furniture selection by Julie McMahon. Photos by Daniel Bosler

Mid-sized cottage l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in New York with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite countertops, brown backsplash, brick backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This luxurious interior tells a story of more than a modern condo building in the heart of Philadelphia. It unfolds to reveal layers of history through Persian rugs, a mix of furniture styles, and has unified it all with an unexpected color story. The palette for this riverfront condo is grounded in natural wood textures and green plants that allow for a playful tension that feels both fresh and eclectic in a metropolitan setting. The high-rise unit boasts a long terrace with a western exposure that we outfitted with custom Lexington outdoor furniture distinct in its finishes and balance between fun and sophistication.

Longleaf Lumber salvaged barn doors from New England agricultural outbuildings serve as storage in a new home.
Example of a transitional light wood floor foyer design in Boston with white walls and a white front door

Photos by Vic Moss, Moss Photography.
Inspiration for a timeless bedroom remodel in Denver with beige walls

The family commissioned a local Seattle artist to paint an ocean mural in this remodeled kids bathroom. © Cindy Apple Photography
Mid-sized beach style kids' blue tile and green tile marble floor tub/shower combo photo in Seattle with white cabinets, quartzite countertops, shaker cabinets, multicolored walls and an undermount sink

We love this rustic-modern Houston patio addition with an outdoor kitchen and double pergola! It not only made the most of a long, narrow space while satisfying strict homeowners association rules, but did so affordably in a warm, timeless style. “The client really enjoys outdoor living, but had a specific budget they wanted to meet,” explains Outdoor Homescapes owner Wayne Franks. “They also live on a golf course and had to meet particular HOA requirements.” The HOA requirements restricted how far back the new 450-square-foot patio and pergola could extend back into the yard. The HOA also wanted to make sure the patio’s colors and materials matched the existing home and others around it. “We chose colors and materials that offered texture and character, but that would go with just about anything around it,” says Wayne. “We found what we were looking for in the Fantastico travertine and Austin limestone – two materials clients love and just can’t go wrong with.” The Austin limestone facing the 8-foot-square, L-shaped kitchen island is dry-stacked in a castle pattern for a naturalistic, rustic look. Yet its light, neutral color keeps the style fresh and modern. Adding to the modern look are the stainless steel appliances: an RCS 30-inch stainless steel grill, double burner and outdoor fridge. Even though the finishes on the sink and light fixtures (Hunter pendant lamps and Hampton Bay light/fan combos) have a different finish – oil-rubbed-bronze – this actually follows the recent trend of mixing different metals, materials and finishes. “The look’s not so matchy-matchy anymore,” explains Wayne. “Mixing it up makes it look more authentic and personalized.” That’s why backsplashes like the one in this project – done in glass and metal mosaic – are also becoming more popular than traditional ceramic tile. Another recent trend can be seen here, too – an amping up of color variation and texture. “In addition to the split-face texture of the rock, you can definitely see the bold color variation in the travertine,” says Wayne. The flooring is a Fantastico travertine, laid out in a Versailles pattern. “The Fantastico tile is killer,” says Wayne. “The warm reds go great with red brick, which we have a lot of around here.” The countertop with the rounded, raised bar at the end is English walnut travertine. The red bar stools also add a pop of exciting color that contrasts nicely with the greenery around the patio. The double pergola, continues Wayne, is No. 2 pine stained a Minwax honey-gold. One side of the pergola – the side over the seating area – is covered with Lexan, a clear material that keeps out rain, heat and UV rays. The pergola also juts further into the yard on that side. “It’s called a scallop, and it just lends some visual interest,” explains Wayne. “It prevents the pergola from just looking like one big rectangular hunk of wood.” Wayne particularly likes how everything blended so well with the brick – which was a big concern – yet didn’t come off as too neutral or boring. “The Fantastico travertine and red chairs do an excellent job of pulling the red from the brick and working with the warmth of that color to make a super-inviting space,” says Wayne. “We’re really pleased with how it all ties together so well.”

Family room - mid-sized traditional enclosed medium tone wood floor family room idea with yellow walls, a standard fireplace and a tv stand

This vinyl deck features three levels for entertaining. It also includes aluminum railing with turned spindles.
Example of a large classic backyard deck design in Philadelphia with no cover

George Oakley
Inspiration for a contemporary attached two-car garage remodel in Salt Lake City

Alan & Linda Detrick Photography LLC
Example of a classic patio design in New York

Inspiration for a large timeless u-shaped terra-cotta tile enclosed kitchen remodel in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, beige cabinets, brown backsplash, stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, granite countertops, terra-cotta backsplash and an island