Photography Alexander Vertikoff
Inspiration for a mid-sized coastal dark wood floor living room remodel in Santa Barbara with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Elegant powder room photo in Phoenix with furniture-like cabinets, a drop-in sink, gray walls and brown cabinets

Photo: Hilary Walker © 2013 Houzz
Eclectic dark wood floor living room photo in Dallas with gray walls

A loft renovation in the West Village
Trendy formal and open concept dark wood floor living room photo in New York with white walls and a standard fireplace

Photos by Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Example of a mid-sized classic medium tone wood floor powder room design in Atlanta with furniture-like cabinets, a one-piece toilet, blue walls, a drop-in sink and wood countertops

Living room - huge country open concept and formal medium tone wood floor living room idea in San Francisco with yellow walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a media wall

Family room - mediterranean open concept dark wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling family room idea in Dallas with white walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Country brown floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub photo in Nashville with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Keller Homes
Elegant carpeted bedroom photo in Denver with gray walls

Tria Giovan
Bedroom - coastal bedroom idea in New York with white walls

The 800 square-foot guest cottage is located on the footprint of a slightly smaller original cottage that was built three generations ago. With a failing structural system, the existing cottage had a very low sloping roof, did not provide for a lot of natural light and was not energy efficient. Utilizing high performing windows, doors and insulation, a total transformation of the structure occurred. A combination of clapboard and shingle siding, with standout touches of modern elegance, welcomes guests to their cozy retreat. The cottage consists of the main living area, a small galley style kitchen, master bedroom, bathroom and sleeping loft above. The loft construction was a timber frame system utilizing recycled timbers from the Balsams Resort in northern New Hampshire. The stones for the front steps and hearth of the fireplace came from the existing cottage’s granite chimney. Stylistically, the design is a mix of both a “Cottage” style of architecture with some clean and simple “Tech” style features, such as the air-craft cable and metal railing system. The color red was used as a highlight feature, accentuated on the shed dormer window exterior frames, the vintage looking range, the sliding doors and other interior elements. Photographer: John Hession

davidduncanlivingston.com
Large elegant medium tone wood floor enclosed dining room photo in San Francisco with orange walls and no fireplace

Design by #JGKB in McLean, Virginia. Photography by Bob Narod.
Example of a large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen design in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink, granite countertops and limestone backsplash

Roehner + Ryan
Inspiration for a contemporary concrete floor and gray floor great room remodel in Phoenix with white walls

This Little Girls Bedroom was awarded 1st Place in the ASID DESIGN OVATION DALLAS 2015 AWARDS & 3rd Place in the ASID LEGACY OF DESIGN TEXAS 2015 for Small Child's Room. Photos by Michael Hunter.

Evening lighting highlights the textural contrast of the stacked stone detailing around the corner gas fireplace. The soothing palette is adorned with metallic elements. Photo:Timothy Manning www.manningmagic.com

With sweeping views of the Willamette river and Mt. Hood, this Atwater Place condo was designed with a balance of minimalism and livability in mind. A complete kitchen remodel brought a dark interior kitchen to the light and a full furnishings package welcomed Los Angeles transplants home to their new modern and bright residence. Our clients, a retired camera operator for both feature films and television and a producer/production manager on numerous television series including Weeds and The Middle, relocated from their traditionally-styled LA bungalow to Portland in the Summer of 2014. The couple sought a design departure from their long-term California residence and a fresh start for their new life in the South Waterfront. With only two pieces of sentimental furniture and a handful of artwork included in the plan, we set out to create a comfortable and clean-lined furnishings package complimenting the broad southeast views. Organically shaped upholstery pieces juxtaposed with angular steel and wood tables create a soft balance in the open floor plan. Several custom pieces, including a dining table designed by our studio and a custom hand-blown glass chandelier crafted by Scott Schiesel with Lightlite compliment timeless pieces from Knoll, Herman Miller, and B&B Italia. The kitchen is designed to reflect light and create brilliance in a space that is otherwise naturally dark. A material balance of stainless steel, back painted glass, quartz composite, lacquer, and mirror all play their part in creating a vibrant cooking environment. We collectively decided to forgo the traditional island pendant for a linear commercial fixture that provides tremendous light to the prep surface and creates an unexpected architectural element. The mirrored prep island creates the illusion of open space while concealing casework and wine storage on the working side of the kitchen. It is worth noting that this project was designed and installed almost entirely while our clients were still living in LA and wrapping up professional obligations and selling their home. This afforded us the tremendous opportunity to send our clients to showrooms not available in Portland to view key pieces before final specification. Textiles and finish samples were approved via mail and communication took place over e-mail, telephone, and an occasional office visit. This unique process lead to a successful result and a beautifully balanced living environment. Josh Partee Photography

Example of a mid-sized danish dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Minneapolis with gray walls