Lighting reflects the time and feel of a barn from yesteryear. Photo by Lift Your Eyes Photography
Alcove shower - mid-sized rustic multicolored tile and pebble tile brick floor and multicolored floor alcove shower idea with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, beige walls, a vessel sink and concrete countertops

Example of a classic white tile mosaic tile floor alcove shower design with a pedestal sink

Rikki Snyder
Example of a large cottage master white tile and ceramic tile mosaic tile floor and white floor freestanding bathtub design in New York with furniture-like cabinets, brown cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, white walls, a drop-in sink and granite countertops

When Cummings Architects first met with the owners of this understated country farmhouse, the building’s layout and design was an incoherent jumble. The original bones of the building were almost unrecognizable. All of the original windows, doors, flooring, and trims – even the country kitchen – had been removed. Mathew and his team began a thorough design discovery process to find the design solution that would enable them to breathe life back into the old farmhouse in a way that acknowledged the building’s venerable history while also providing for a modern living by a growing family. The redesign included the addition of a new eat-in kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, wrap around porch, and stone fireplaces. To begin the transforming restoration, the team designed a generous, twenty-four square foot kitchen addition with custom, farmers-style cabinetry and timber framing. The team walked the homeowners through each detail the cabinetry layout, materials, and finishes. Salvaged materials were used and authentic craftsmanship lent a sense of place and history to the fabric of the space. The new master suite included a cathedral ceiling showcasing beautifully worn salvaged timbers. The team continued with the farm theme, using sliding barn doors to separate the custom-designed master bath and closet. The new second-floor hallway features a bold, red floor while new transoms in each bedroom let in plenty of light. A summer stair, detailed and crafted with authentic details, was added for additional access and charm. Finally, a welcoming farmer’s porch wraps around the side entry, connecting to the rear yard via a gracefully engineered grade. This large outdoor space provides seating for large groups of people to visit and dine next to the beautiful outdoor landscape and the new exterior stone fireplace. Though it had temporarily lost its identity, with the help of the team at Cummings Architects, this lovely farmhouse has regained not only its former charm but also a new life through beautifully integrated modern features designed for today’s family. Photo by Eric Roth

Judy Proctor
Country exterior home photo in New York

The new front elevation of the Manhattan Beach Mid-Century Modern house. The original house from the 1950s was by famed architect Edward Ficket. In the 1980s a bad addition was done that hid the original house and completely changed the character.. Our goal was to revamp the entire house and in the process restore some of the mid-century magic.

This master bathroom renovation transforms a builder-grade standard into a personalized retreat for our lovely Stapleton clients. Recognizing a need for change, our clients called on us to help develop a space that would capture their aesthetic loves and foster relaxation. Our design focused on establishing an airy and grounded feel by pairing various shades of white, natural wood, and dynamic textures. We replaced the existing ceramic floor tile with wood-look porcelain tile for a warm and inviting look throughout the space. We then paired this with a reclaimed apothecary vanity from Restoration Hardware. This vanity is coupled with a bright Caesarstone countertop and warm bronze faucets from Delta to create a strikingly handsome balance. The vanity mirrors are custom-sized and trimmed with a coordinating bronze frame. Elegant wall sconces dance between the dark vanity mirrors and bright white full height mirrors flanking the bathtub. The tub itself is an oversized freestanding bathtub paired with a tall bronze tub filler. We've created a feature wall with Tile Bar's Billowy Clouds ceramic tile floor to ceiling behind the tub. The wave-like movement of the tiles offers a dramatic texture in a pure white field. We removed the existing shower and extended its depth to create a large new shower. The walls are tiled with a large format high gloss white tile. The shower floor is tiled with marble circles in varying sizes that offer a playful aesthetic in an otherwise minimalist space. We love this pure, airy retreat and are thrilled that our clients get to enjoy it for many years to come!

Best of Houzz Design & Service 2014. --Photography by Paul Dyer.
Example of a mid-sized transitional bathroom design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and gray walls

Bunkroom with wood framed bunkbeds, shiplap walls, and high ceilings. Photographer: Rob Karosis
Large and bedroom farmhouse guest dark wood floor and brown floor kids' bedroom photo in New York with white walls

Marisa Vitale Photography www.marisavitale.com
Drop-in bathtub - large farmhouse master gray tile and ceramic tile white floor drop-in bathtub idea in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets and white walls

Photography by Andrew Hyslop
Cottage medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room photo in Louisville with brown walls and a media wall

Photo: Margot Hartford © 2016 Houzz
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.

Linda McManus
Patio - large farmhouse backyard stone patio idea in Philadelphia with no cover

Small elegant brown two-story wood exterior home photo in Philadelphia with red walls, a medium wood front door and a metal roof

Anne Ruthman
Living room - mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room idea in New York with no tv and a music area

Rustic bathroom restoration with tin ceilings, barn lights, natural stone and barnwood accents. Barnwood beam walk in shower. Sliding barn door with rustic hardware. Natural stone tile flooring

Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Tim Correira Photography
Large transitional detached two-car garage workshop photo in Boston

Martin Tessler
Bathroom - country bathroom idea in Calgary