Chris Edwards
Living room - large coastal formal and open concept medium tone wood floor living room idea in Charlotte with beige walls

The Back Bay House is comprised of two main structures, a nocturnal wing and a daytime wing, joined by a glass gallery space. The daytime wing maintains an informal living arrangement that includes the dining space placed in an intimate alcove, a large country kitchen and relaxing seating area which opens to a classic covered porch and on to the water’s edge. The nocturnal wing houses three bedrooms. The master at the water side enjoys views and sounds of the wildlife and the shore while the two subordinate bedrooms soak in views of the garden and neighboring meadow. To bookend the scale and mass of the house, a whimsical tower was included to the nocturnal wing. The tower accommodates flex space for a bunk room, office or studio space. Materials and detailing of this house are based on a classic cottage vernacular language found in these sorts of buildings constructed in pre-war north america and harken back to a simpler time and scale. Eastern white cedar shingles, white painted trim and moulding collectively add a layer of texture and richness not found in today’s lexicon of detail. The house is 1,628 sf plus a 228 sf tower and a detached, two car garage which employs massing, detail and scale to allow the main house to read as dominant but not overbearing. Designed by BC&J Architecture.

Deck - coastal deck idea in Los Angeles with a pergola

Inspiration for an industrial formal and open concept concrete floor living room remodel in Los Angeles with white walls

"Built in 1920 as a summer cottage-by-the-sea, this classic, north Laguna cottage long outlived its original owners. Now, refreshed and restored, the home echos with the soul of the early 20th century, while giving its surf-focused family the essence of 21st century modern living. Timeless textures of cedar shingles and wood windows frame the modern interior, itself accented with steel, stone, and sunlight. The best of yesterday and the sensibility of today brought together thoughtfully in a good marriage." Photo by Chad Mellon

Large minimalist master porcelain tile and gray floor freestanding bathtub photo with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, gray walls, a vessel sink, a hinged shower door and gray countertops

John Beaudry
This is an example of a large mediterranean drought-tolerant and partial sun side yard stone garden path in San Diego for summer.

Piston Design
Example of a huge tuscan backyard patio design in Houston with a fire pit and no cover

Photography by Erica George Dines
Inspiration for a timeless guest dark wood floor bedroom remodel in Atlanta with white walls and no fireplace

Julie Soefer
Example of a transitional master white tile marble floor drop-in bathtub design in Houston with gray cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets and marble countertops

Photo of a mid-sized traditional shade backyard mulch formal garden in New York.

Designed by Daniel Altmann of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Bethesda, MD these contemporary bathroom remodels features Ultracraft Destiny cabinets in the Adriatic door style with a Gloss White foil finish. Bathroom vanity countertops are Quartzite Calcutta Carrera. Photos courtesy of BTW Images LLC / www.btwimages.com.

While this new home had an architecturally striking exterior, the home’s interior fell short in terms of true functionality and overall style. The most critical element in this renovation was the kitchen and dining area, which needed careful attention to bring it to the level that suited the home and the homeowners. As a graduate of Culinary Institute of America, our client wanted a kitchen that “feels like a restaurant, with the warmth of a home kitchen,” where guests can gather over great food, great wine, and truly feel comfortable in the open concept home. Although it follows a typical chef’s galley layout, the unique design solutions and unusual materials set it apart from the typical kitchen design. Polished countertops, laminated and stainless cabinets fronts, and professional appliances are complemented by the introduction of wood, glass, and blackened metal – materials introduced in the overall design of the house. Unique features include a wall clad in walnut for dangling heavy pots and utensils; a floating, sculptural walnut countertop piece housing an herb garden; an open pantry that serves as a coffee bar and wine station; and a hanging chalkboard that hides a water heater closet and features different coffee offerings available to guests. The dining area addition, enclosed by windows, continues to vivify the organic elements and brings in ample natural light, enhancing the darker finishes and creating additional warmth. Photography by Ira Montgomery

This is an example of a transitional landscaping in Los Angeles.

Warm lighting casts golden hues inside this Ehrlich masterpiece. Located in a quiet beach community high on the cliff above the Monterey Bay, this house lends itself to nature and geometry.

Rainfall Shower Wedi Waterproof Shower Systems offer reliable, cost-efficient solutions for constructing 100 % waterproof and mold proof showers. These systems are easy to install and open up a whole new world of design possibilities for showers, wet areas and baths. Wedi shower systems blend the traditional values of design flexibility and robustness while offering the added benefits that come with state of the art material and manufacturing technologies. Used in combination with Wedi Building Panels on walls, our shower bases offer an excellent alternative to traditional installation methods. No more pre-sloping, pan liner cracks or membrane pin holes, clogged drain weep holes and mold growth. Plus, reduce the traditional installation time and down times for a full shower floor preparation for tiling. Ironwood Renovation LLC is a Certified Installer for Wedi waterproof shower systems in Snohomish, WA

Mark Weinberg
Freestanding bathtub - contemporary master freestanding bathtub idea in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door

Example of a large classic dark wood floor home bar design in Birmingham with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash and an undermount sink