Peter Paige Photography
Example of a large trendy u-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen design in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops and an island

This client came to us looking for a space that would allow their children a place to hang out while still feeling at home. The versatility of finished concrete flooring works well to adapt to a variety of home styles, and works seamlessly with this Craftsman-style home. We worked with the client to decide that a darker reactive stain would really make the space feel warm, inviting, and comfortable. The look and feel of the floor with this stain selection would be similar to the pictures they provided of the look they were targeting when we started the selection process. The clients really embraced the existing cracks in the concrete, and thought they exhibited the character of the house – and we agree. When our team works on residential projects, it is imperative that we keep everything as clean and mess-free as possible for the client. For this reason, our first step was to apply RAM Board throughout the house where our equipment would be traveling. Tape and 24″ plastic were also applied to the walls of the basement to protect them. The original floor was rather new concrete with some cracks. Our team started by filling the cracks with a patching product. The grinding process then began, concrete reactive stain was applied in the color Wenge Wood, and then the floor was sealed with our two step concrete densification and stain-guard process. The 5 step polishing process was finished by bringing the floor to a 800-grit level. We were excited to see how the space came together after the rest of construction, which was overseen by the contractor Arbor Homes, was complete. View the gallery below to take a look!

This little gem of a house designed in 1952 by Architect Paul Schweikher cantilevers over a wooded ravine. All the walls facing the ravine are alternating wall-to-wall, floor to ceiling windows and sliding glass doors, opening the entire house to nature; rooms with a view. The opposite wall is closet concealed by doors reminiscent of Shoji screens. Materials to build the entire house are Douglas fir, redwood, glass and Chicago brick. Aside from the Asian influence, the house feels rustic and woodsy. All these references were used in furnishing and accessorizing. Elements from Japan, China, Thailand, Afghanistan, Africa and France are untied in the warm, colorful Master Bedroom.

Large elegant u-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Charleston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

Minimalist bedroom photo in Dallas

Here we created space off the cliff with a composite deck that sites 10 plus feet above the slope below.
Small minimalist backyard rectangular and concrete paver lap pool fountain photo in Los Angeles

Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design & Photo Styling | Troy Thies, Photography | Swan Architecture, Architect | Great Neighborhood Homes, Builder Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For info about our work: design@oharainteriors.com

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, subway tile backsplash, white countertops and quartzite countertops

Guest Bathroom Three Design: TJ Monahan, ibby/Case Design/Remodeling, Inc. Photo: Angie Seckinger
Bathroom - contemporary bathroom idea in DC Metro

Inspiration for a large master blue tile green floor wet room remodel in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a vessel sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops

Kitchen - 1960s kitchen idea in Minneapolis

KitchenLab Interiors’ first, entirely new construction project in collaboration with GTH architects who designed the residence. KLI was responsible for all interior finishes, fixtures, furnishings, and design including the stairs, casework, interior doors, moldings and millwork. KLI also worked with the client on selecting the roof, exterior stucco and paint colors, stone, windows, and doors. The homeowners had purchased the existing home on a lakefront lot of the Valley Lo community in Glenview, thinking that it would be a gut renovation, but when they discovered a host of issues including mold, they decided to tear it down and start from scratch. The minute you look out the living room windows, you feel as though you're on a lakeside vacation in Wisconsin or Michigan. We wanted to help the homeowners achieve this feeling throughout the house - merging the causal vibe of a vacation home with the elegance desired for a primary residence. This project is unique and personal in many ways - Rebekah and the homeowner, Lorie, had grown up together in a small suburb of Columbus, Ohio. Lorie had been Rebekah's babysitter and was like an older sister growing up. They were both heavily influenced by the style of the late 70's and early 80's boho/hippy meets disco and 80's glam, and both credit their moms for an early interest in anything related to art, design, and style. One of the biggest challenges of doing a new construction project is that it takes so much longer to plan and execute and by the time tile and lighting is installed, you might be bored by the selections of feel like you've seen them everywhere already. “I really tried to pull myself, our team and the client away from the echo-chamber of Pinterest and Instagram. We fell in love with counter stools 3 years ago that I couldn't bring myself to pull the trigger on, thank god, because then they started showing up literally everywhere", Rebekah recalls. Lots of one of a kind vintage rugs and furnishings make the home feel less brand-spanking new. The best projects come from a team slightly outside their comfort zone. One of the funniest things Lorie says to Rebekah, "I gave you everything you wanted", which is pretty hilarious coming from a client to a designer.

Landmark Photography
Freestanding bathtub - large contemporary master gray tile and stone tile marble floor freestanding bathtub idea in Minneapolis with white cabinets, an undermount sink, marble countertops, gray walls and recessed-panel cabinets

Kitchen - large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

When working with small spaces, especially a galley kitchen it is important to achieve a nice proportion of light and dark elements. A dark porcelain floor was selected for its functional and maintenance free properties. Conscious of the fact that we didn't want to create a visually small space by adding more dark components, white shaker style cabinets were selected, along with white appliances and white stone counter top. In order to create a design connection to the floor and create some visual interest, a black linear strip of tile runs along the back-splash with a field of white 3x6 tile.

Matt Kocourek Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Kansas City with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartzite countertops, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

As seen on This Old House, photo by Eric Roth
Great room - large victorian medium tone wood floor great room idea in Boston with blue walls, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround

3-inch by 8-inch green glazed ceramic tile from Ceramic Tile Works - collection: Artisan, selection: Green Moss • 6 1/2-inch wide engineered Weathered Maple by Casabella - collection: Provincial, selection: Fredicton