Example of a beach style kitchen design in New York

Looking for a nice clean crown molding, but what something different? These homeowners did just that with a simple clean flat molding applied to the wall and ceiling to create this look.

Patio - traditional backyard stone patio idea in New York with a fire pit and no cover

Luke Wayne Photography
Mid-century modern gray split-level wood gable roof idea in Bridgeport

Photo: Andrew Snow © 2015 Houzz
Small minimalist 3/4 powder room photo in Toronto

Costa Christ Media
Example of a mid-sized trendy backyard tile patio design in Dallas with a roof extension and a fireplace

Example of a 1960s home design design in Los Angeles

Example of a large minimalist open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room design in Phoenix with gray walls, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

The Mazama house is located in the Methow Valley of Washington State, a secluded mountain valley on the eastern edge of the North Cascades, about 200 miles northeast of Seattle. The house has been carefully placed in a copse of trees at the easterly end of a large meadow. Two major building volumes indicate the house organization. A grounded 2-story bedroom wing anchors a raised living pavilion that is lifted off the ground by a series of exposed steel columns. Seen from the access road, the large meadow in front of the house continues right under the main living space, making the living pavilion into a kind of bridge structure spanning over the meadow grass, with the house touching the ground lightly on six steel columns. The raised floor level provides enhanced views as well as keeping the main living level well above the 3-4 feet of winter snow accumulation that is typical for the upper Methow Valley. To further emphasize the idea of lightness, the exposed wood structure of the living pavilion roof changes pitch along its length, so the roof warps upward at each end. The interior exposed wood beams appear like an unfolding fan as the roof pitch changes. The main interior bearing columns are steel with a tapered “V”-shape, recalling the lightness of a dancer. The house reflects the continuing FINNE investigation into the idea of crafted modernism, with cast bronze inserts at the front door, variegated laser-cut steel railing panels, a curvilinear cast-glass kitchen counter, waterjet-cut aluminum light fixtures, and many custom furniture pieces. The house interior has been designed to be completely integral with the exterior. The living pavilion contains more than twelve pieces of custom furniture and lighting, creating a totality of the designed environment that recalls the idea of Gesamtkunstverk, as seen in the work of Josef Hoffman and the Viennese Secessionist movement in the early 20th century. The house has been designed from the start as a sustainable structure, with 40% higher insulation values than required by code, radiant concrete slab heating, efficient natural ventilation, large amounts of natural lighting, water-conserving plumbing fixtures, and locally sourced materials. Windows have high-performance LowE insulated glazing and are equipped with concealed shades. A radiant hydronic heat system with exposed concrete floors allows lower operating temperatures and higher occupant comfort levels. The concrete slabs conserve heat and provide great warmth and comfort for the feet. Deep roof overhangs, built-in shades and high operating clerestory windows are used to reduce heat gain in summer months. During the winter, the lower sun angle is able to penetrate into living spaces and passively warm the exposed concrete floor. Low VOC paints and stains have been used throughout the house. The high level of craft evident in the house reflects another key principle of sustainable design: build it well and make it last for many years! Photo by Benjamin Benschneider

Bathroom - contemporary bathroom idea in San Diego

Erin Lau
Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Seattle.

Blending a modern sensibility with traditional architecture, this garden features a front yard meadow with native grasses (Carex praecracilis) and wildflowers. Poured-in-place concrete pavers in a meandering pattern slow the approach from the sidewalk to the entry. The modestly-sized backyard has been maximized for entertaining with outdoor dining and lounging areas and subtle landscape lighting. Native plants, herbs, and edibles share the back garden beds, and a raised pond brings the garden to life. Photo by Martin Cox Photography.

Example of a cottage built-in desk medium tone wood floor and brown floor study room design in Salt Lake City with black walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

A Cut Above Landscaping
Example of a large transitional backyard concrete paver patio design in Providence with a fire pit and no cover

After: All plants are cut back, weeds removed, and bare spaces chipped to reduce weeds.

After: All plants are cut back, weeds removed, and bare spaces chipped to reduce weeds.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard stone formal garden in Indianapolis for spring.

Example of a large mountain style l-shaped concrete floor eat-in kitchen design with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and marble countertops