Stepping up the shelves of this gas fireplace surround allows it to blend with the loft space without overpowering it. Corner strips of raw steel are specially fastened to the barn board as an industrial accent to the smooth Baltic birch shelves. Photo by Chris Boeke

Solid hardwood makes this dining table especially strong and durable, built using old world joinery with modern fasteners hidden in the structure.
Inspiration for a craftsman medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with a single-bowl sink, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, colored appliances and an island