The eyebrow beds of Pachysandra and Polygonatum define the spaces and blend quietly with the bluestone.
Photo of a traditional shade backyard stone garden path in Chicago for summer.

Home office with a sliding barn door.

Photo by Amanda Kirkpatrick
Inspiration for an industrial medium tone wood floor bedroom remodel in Austin with white walls

A new second floor consisting of a master bedroom suite and den was added to this modest rancher. From the upper and lower decks one has views of the bay on the left and the ocean to the right.

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Inspiration for a country exterior home remodel in Chicago

The working kitchen sits behind the main one: double ovens, a second sink, a coffee machine, and a wine refrigerator. Everything that makes noise or mess during a dinner happens here, so the island stays clear.

Second Story deck using Timber Tech low maintenance decking in Rustic Elm.
Elegant deck photo in Chicago

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

The media room features a wool sectional and a pair of vintage Milo Baughman armchairs reupholstered in a snappy green velvet. All upholstered items were made with natural latex cushions wrapped in organic wool in order to eliminate harmful chemicals for our eco and health conscious clients (who were passionate about green interior design). An oversized table functions as a desk or a serving table when our clients entertain large parties. Thomas Kuoh Photography

New spa-like bathroom with claw foot tub and heated floors
Example of a large arts and crafts white tile and subway tile claw-foot bathtub design in Seattle with a niche

A larger view of this small addition with cantilevered upstairs with a car port.
Home design - small contemporary home design idea in Albuquerque

Inspiration for a transitional living room remodel in DC Metro

Family bathroom for three small kids with double ended bath and separate shower, two vanity units and mirror cabinets. Photos: Fraser Marr
Trendy kids' drop-in bathtub photo in Oxfordshire with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, yellow walls and a drop-in sink

Whether you have a dedicated home theater filled with the latest technologies such as 4k and 3D projection, 7.2-channel surround sound with chest-rattling bass or just a nice HDTV mounted in your living room, automation takes movie watching to an entirely awe-inspiring experience. Just hit “Watch” and grab your snacks: your Control4 system will bring your movies to life.

Example of a trendy home design design in Los Angeles

Trendy home design photo in Los Angeles

Example of a trendy home design design in Los Angeles

Dining room - traditional dining room idea in San Diego

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Living room - traditional living room idea in Atlanta