We were asked to help transform a cluttered, half-finished common area to an organized, multi-functional homework/play/lounge space for this family of six. They were so pleased with the desk setup for the kids, that we created a similar workspace for their office. In the midst of designing these living areas, they had a leak in their kitchen, so we jumped at the opportunity to give them a brand new one. This project was a true collaboration between owner and designer, as it was done completely remotely.

Plan 4 Stairs
Staircase - mid-sized contemporary wooden l-shaped metal railing staircase idea in Los Angeles with wooden risers

Photo: Sarah M. Young | smyphoto
Inspiration for a small transitional built-in desk light wood floor and beige floor study room remodel in Boston with gray walls and no fireplace

Example of a farmhouse mudroom design in Charlotte with blue walls

All photos courtesy of Havenly. Full article here: http://blog.havenly.com/design-story-amys-600-square-feet-of-eclectic-modern-charm/

At the entrance to this rural modern master bedroom, we hung a reclaimed wood wall hook which we found at AllModern.com and placed a small wooden stool to act as a catch-all area to keep the bedroom tidy.

Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Chicago

Home office - contemporary built-in desk home office idea in Birmingham

Designed by Sagatov. Photographed by Barry Harley
Trendy dark wood floor kitchen/dining room combo photo in DC Metro with white walls and no fireplace

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   We went with a minimalist, clean, industrial look that feels light, bright and airy. The island is a dark charcoal with cool undertones that coordinates with the cabinetry and transom work in both the neighboring mudroom and breakfast area. White subway tile, quartz countertops, white enamel pendants and gold fixtures complete the update. The ends of the island are shiplap material that is also used on the fireplace in the next room. In the new mudroom, we used a fun porcelain tile on the floor to get a pop of pattern, and walnut accents add some warmth. Each child has their own cubby, and there is a spot for shoes below a long bench. Open shelving with spots for baskets provides additional storage for the room. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKBD Photography by: LOMA Studios For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Maximizing space never looked so good! A creative little kids nook under the loft bed does double duty. A reading light and book ledge make this the perfect spot to let the imagination wander.

Photography by Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Entryway - transitional entryway idea in DC Metro

Chad Jackson Photography
Inspiration for a timeless mudroom remodel in Kansas City with white walls

Example of a transitional mudroom design in DC Metro with white walls

Mudroom - traditional mudroom idea in Miami with white walls

Please see this Award Winning project in the October 2014 issue of New York Cottages & Gardens Magazine: NYC&G http://www.cottages-gardens.com/New-York-Cottages-Gardens/October-2014/NYCG-Innovation-in-Design-Winners-Kitchen-Design/ It was also featured in a Houzz Tour: Houzz Tour: Loving the Old and New in an 1880s Brooklyn Row House http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29691278/list/houzz-tour-loving-the-old-and-new-in-an-1880s-brooklyn-row-house Photo Credit: Hulya Kolabas

1st Place, National Design Award Winning Kitchen. Remodeling in Warwick, NY. From a dark, un-inspiring kitchen (see before photos), to a bright, white, custom kitchen. Dark wood floors, white carrera marble counters, solid wood island-table and much more. Photos - Ken Lauben

Architectural Plan, Remodel and Execution by Torrence Architects, all photos by Melissa Castro
Urban freestanding desk dark wood floor study room photo in Los Angeles with white walls