Alise O'Brien Photography
Inspiration for a transitional eat-in kitchen remodel in St Louis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Features: Shape: Circular Frame material: thick/soft leather Inner frame: constructed of kiln-dried hardwood Optional sizes: Queen, King or California King Color: White Two accent tables attached Dimensions: Queen: 98"L x 106"W x 38"H King: 106"L x 123"W x 38"H

Phillip Cocker Photography The Decadent Adult Retreat! Bar, Wine Cellar, 3 Sports TV's, Pool Table, Fireplace and Exterior Hot Tub. A custom bar was designed my McCabe Design & Interiors to fit the homeowner's love of gathering with friends and entertaining whilst enjoying great conversation, sports tv, or playing pool. The original space was reconfigured to allow for this large and elegant bar. Beside it, and easily accessible for the homeowner bartender is a walk-in wine cellar. Custom millwork was designed and built to exact specifications including a routered custom design on the curved bar. A two-tiered bar was created to allow preparation on the lower level. Across from the bar, is a sitting area and an electric fireplace. Three tv's ensure maximum sports coverage. Lighting accents include slims, led puck, and rope lighting under the bar. A sonas and remotely controlled lighting finish this entertaining haven.

Photograph by Vance Fox
Example of a trendy dark wood floor living room design in San Francisco with a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Darren Setlow Photography
Mountain style kids' room photo in Portland Maine

Sculptorical and with a deep visual impact, the new table Trigono is characterized by a solid base inspired by wooden beams. The structure, available in American walnut or oakwood, combines with different tops options to offer a refined character and practical use. The top, round or square, is available either in white Carrara marble, wood or glass. The high sophistication, the quality of materials and the different finishes allow to use Trigono in every single environment, always maintaining a strong and distinctive identity. Manufactured By Bross.

Julie BIdwell
Example of a large transitional carpeted bedroom design in Bridgeport with beige walls

geometric wallpaper on focal wall in nursery, with hanging bunny artwork and round, wall mirror. photo credits: Regan Wood Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional boy medium tone wood floor and blue floor nursery remodel in New York with white walls

Inspiration for an industrial concrete floor bedroom remodel in Miami with gray walls and no fireplace

Nathan Webb, AIA
Inspiration for a small contemporary medium tone wood floor living room remodel in DC Metro with white walls and a hanging fireplace

This custom entry vignette demonstrates how thoughtful architectural details and layered styling can transform a transitional space into a memorable design moment. A dramatic floor-to-ceiling slatted feature wall, finished in a rich navy hue, creates depth, texture, and a striking backdrop for the home's welcoming entry. A sleek black console table grounds the space, while a large round mirror softens the linear wall treatment and reflects natural light throughout the room. Warm brass sconces introduce an elegant glow and contrast beautifully against the saturated wall color, creating a timeless mixed-material palette. Sculptural accessories, greenery, and velvet accent stools add warmth, personality, and function, offering additional seating while completing the curated composition. Designed to make a lasting first impression, this entry showcases the impact of custom millwork, bold color, and intentional styling—setting the tone for the sophisticated yet approachable design carried throughout the home. Design Style Refined Organic Contemporary Warm Contemporary Organic Modern Contemporary Luxury Modern Art Deco Luxury entryway, entryway design, foyer design, custom entryway, entry console, entry styling, feature wall, slat wall, wood slat wall, vertical slat wall, painted slat wall, architectural wall detail, custom millwork, statement entry, navy accent wall, blue feature wall, round mirror, brass sconces, designer lighting, black console table, velvet stools, luxury foyer, modern foyer, organic modern, warm contemporary, refined contemporary, modern Art Deco, contemporary luxury, custom home, luxury home, new construction, whole home design, residential interior design, high-end interior design, luxury interior design, Colorado interior designer, Denver interior designer, Castle Pines interior design, bespoke interiors, curated interiors, timeless design, designer entryway

design by christina britt lewis, photography by angela statzer
Eclectic entryway photo in Charlotte

Updated Spec Home: Foyer and Great Room In our last post, we introduced you to my mom and sister’s Updated Spec Home; the Foyer and Great Room will be featured in this post. Foyer As you enter their home, to the right is a hall closet and a french door which leads to the Basement. To the left is a long wall which was perfect for an extra long console table in a rustic finish that served as a sofa table in their previous home. I love repositioning furniture, and by using this table in the entry, it makes it feel new. Additionally, we placed a vibrant piece of art previously used in my sister’s Bedroom above the table. This piece not only sets the tone for our color palette, it also makes the kind of statement you want in your Foyer – Wow! We added accessories and an unique lamp to complete the space. Great Room In the Great Room which is open to the Foyer, we installed our inspiration artwork in the place of honor over the mantel. Since the piece was vertical, it did not take up enough space. I do not like a “fussy” mantel with lots of accessories so we found these two vases in a silver leaf finish. They were perfect because they were large enough, but not too deep. Accessorizing mantels can be tricky because the majority of them are not deep. We went to Jan’s Floral Design to add vibrant color and interesting textures to the vases. The original mantel was too small and uninspired. Therefore, we had our contractor Brad Anderson built a new one based on a photo of a mantel we liked. The new mantel has lots of great detail and is the appropriate proportion for the fireplace. We replaced beige 12×12 ceramic tiles with gorgeous large pieces of smoked carrara marble for a striking fireplace surround. Check out this other mantel that we updated. For furniture, we purchased a shorter sofa in a gray tweed fabric. Typically, two throw pillows come with a sofa.We added a fun fringe to the pillows that came with the sofa. I recommend ordering pillows that match your sofa fabric and layering with custom pillows that support your color palette. We added a patterned custom pillow and a striped throw. Next, we got a small scale recliner in a yummy gray leather for my mom and a chair and ottoman in a small scale mint and gray geometric pattern for my sister. We added an accent chair in a fun small scale stripe to fill a corner and add additional seating – which is always a good thing. Remember that this was a Spec Home so there were no built-ins. As a result, we needed a media cabinet for the television and some bookcases to display my mom’s decorative box collection and my sister’s collection of blown colored glass. This set from Ballard Designs fit the bill perfectly. The back is open and airy with nice detail. The wood finish also adds a richness to the space. My mom needed a space for her computer, and this small writing desk fit the space perfectly. Finally, for finishing touches, we added a patterned rug, cornice boards in a mint leaf fabric, and great lamps for ambient lighting. These two rooms are stunning, vibrant and livable. Can’t wait to show you more in our next post! Enjoy!

Eric Roth Photography
Inspiration for a transitional formal light wood floor living room remodel in Boston with gray walls

A modern-contemporary home that boasts a cool, urban style. Each room was decorated somewhat simply while featuring some jaw-dropping accents. From the bicycle wall decor in the dining room to the glass and gold-based table in the breakfast nook, each room had a unique take on contemporary design (with a nod to mid-century modern design). Designed by Sara Barney’s BANDD DESIGN, who are based in Austin, Texas and serving throughout Round Rock, Lake Travis, West Lake Hills, and Tarrytown. For more about BANDD DESIGN, click here: https://bandddesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://bandddesign.com/westlake-house-in-the-hills/

Mid-sized elegant open concept and formal dark wood floor living room photo in Chicago with white walls and a standard fireplace

Awarded by the Classical institute of art and architecture , the linnean house has a restrained and simple elevation of doors and windows. Nestled in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Washington, D.C., the Linnean House is classical in both plan and elevation throughout its award-winning house plans. The main mass, comprising of the most formal and public spaces, is a spatial triptych along a symmetrical main axis. Inside the luxury home, the limestone façade, simple but well-proportioned with classical elements, extends itself into both the entry portico and main foyer with consistent proportions and materiality. This introduction allows the flanking living and dining rooms to be perceived as separate pavilions, each equipped with eight equal-proportioned French doors symmetrical of the main axis. Beyond the classical spaces are two wings which lead to the master suite and a kitchen/family space, respectively. Both of which are situated to queue from the French door axis, a focal feature in the repeatedly published home design. At the entry foyer, the stark stone luxury architecture is warmed by two symmetrical wood armoire-like freestanding sculptural objects, a persistent theme throughout the luxury house. In the kitchen, for instance, stand four similar wood armoire objects at opposite corners that act as columns and help give this space a sense of boundary and enclosure. The master bath vanity, in similar fashion, is introduced as a central free-standing form anchoring itself as a notable presence in the space. Lastly, the wine room is designed as a series of free-standing heavy wood cavity walls spanned only by a hint of glass.

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Greenington Currant 42" Round Dining Table Crafted in 100% solid bamboo, the planet’s most eco-friendly, rapidly renewable resource; Greenington offers a fresh contemporary look with just the right amount of Mid-Century Modern. Greenington combines beautiful design, rich color, and a winning sustainability story.