Example of a large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen pantry design in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Photography by Jim Tetro This house, built in the 1960s, sits southfacing on a terrific wooded lot in Bethesda, Maryland. The owners desire a whole-house renovation which would improve the general building fabric and systems, and extend the sense of living out of doors in all seasons. The original sixties-modern character is preserved and the renovation extends the design forward into a contemporary, modern approach. Connections to and through the site are enhanced through the creation of new larger window and door openings. Screened porches and decks perch above the sloped and wooded site. The new kitchen and bathrooms allow for opportunities to feel out-of -doors while preparing, cooking, dining, and bathing. Smart passive strategies guide the environmental choices for this project, including envelope improvements, updated mechanical systems, and on-site stormwater management.

Open House Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Lauren Rubenstein
Mid-sized elegant enclosed dark wood floor family room photo in Atlanta with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and white walls

An informal living room is decidedly more laid back, but still reflects the sophistication of the home. Photo: Roger Davies
Family room - large contemporary enclosed dark wood floor and brown floor family room idea in Los Angeles with white walls and a wall-mounted tv

This open living and kitchen view in the Hudson Bayou contemporary spec home was staged by iStage Homes to highlight the seamless flow between gathering spaces. A modern sectional with bright accent pillows anchors the living area, while the kitchen island with bar seating creates a natural focal point for entertaining. The staging emphasizes light, scale, and functionality—helping buyers envision comfortable modern living in this newly built Sarasota home.

Large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Portland with an undermount sink, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, shaker cabinets, white cabinets and granite countertops

Willey Design LLC © Robert Granoff
Dining room - transitional dining room idea in New York with beige walls

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master gray tile, white tile and porcelain tile marble floor claw-foot bathtub remodel in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink and solid surface countertops

Mudroom - country gray floor mudroom idea in New York with beige walls and a white front door

Laurence Taylor
Inspiration for a transitional wine cellar remodel in Orlando with storage racks

Large coastal white two-story wood house exterior idea in New York with a shingle roof and a hip roof

Inspiration for a large contemporary loft-style and formal medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Amanda Kirkpatrick
Example of a transitional galley kitchen design in Miami with shaker cabinets, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white cabinets and a farmhouse sink

Inspiration for a transitional formal dark wood floor living room remodel with gray walls, no fireplace and no tv

Custom Hansen & Bringle cabinetry painted in Benjamin Moore "White Rain" with Silestone "Yukon" countertops. The backsplash tile was sourced locally at Island City Tile. A Hooker Furniture Wakefield Dropleaf console provides a dining area when extended. The accessories from Global Views and Imax complete the room.

Christina Wedge
Bathroom - traditional black floor bathroom idea in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble countertops and white walls

Gibeon Photography
Large trendy single-wall medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen photo with an undermount sink, medium tone wood cabinets, paneled appliances and no island

This unique farmhouse kitchen is a throw-back to the simple yet elegant white 3x6 subway tile, glass cabinetry, and spacious 12 foot white quartz island. The subway tile has been extended into the interior cabinets, making the kitchen feel even lighter and brighter. With a farmhouse apron front sink and a 36" cooktop, this kitchen is a dreamy place to whip up some comfort food.