Pool - traditional backyard rectangular pool idea in New York

This cozy outdoor space was made to feel more like a living room, complete with a custom fireplace. The mortared walls and columns give the sense of enclosure while still leaving access to the rest of the yard. Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan

Dedicated laundry room - small transitional single-wall ceramic tile and orange floor dedicated laundry room idea in Orlando with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, white countertops and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Elegant medium tone wood floor foyer photo in New York with a white front door and yellow walls

Chuck Carver- Photographer Brickhouse- Architect Beth Hanson- Interior Designer
Inspiration for a rustic galley brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with dark wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash and stainless steel appliances

The Dura Supreme double vanity is painted in a bold but neutral gray. A tall central storage tower in the middle allows for extra storage and allowing the countertops to be free of clutter.

Stainless steel Wolf appliances compliment white cabinetry and Carrara marble counter tops with beautiful water views in this luxury Hamptons kitchen. View before and after photos of this Hamptons kitchen on our website at: http://hamptonshabitat.com/gallery-of-homes/dune-road-revival/ Photo by Ron Papageorge

Light hardwood floors flow from room to room on the first level. Oil-rubbed bronze light fixtures add a sense of eclectic elegance to the farmhouse setting. Horizontal stair railings give a modern touch to the farmhouse nostalgia. Stained wooden beams contrast beautifully with the crisp white tongue and groove ceiling. A barn door conceals a private, well-lit office or homework nook with bespoke shelving.

Photo: Corynne Pless © 2013 Houzz
Beach style bedroom photo in New York

Emily Followill
Example of a beach style formal carpeted living room design in Atlanta with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace

Transitional dark wood floor, brown floor and wainscoting living room photo in Boston with beige walls and a standard fireplace

If you're working with 1 or 2 colors, mix the tones for a layered look. Laura Moss Photography
Living room - coastal formal medium tone wood floor living room idea in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Example of an eclectic concrete floor and gray floor living room design in Los Angeles with white walls

Photo: Carol Gillum, CKD
Transitional wooden light wood floor staircase photo in Omaha with wooden risers and beige walls

Our clients loved the location of their duplex home with its peak-a-boo ocean view, but their existing kitchen was not suited for their growing family. They wanted a kitchen with a coastal vibe, plenty of storage space, and an eat-in area. We started by bringing the far wall into the kitchen space to accommodate a large panty and communication center for the family. Doing this allowed us to move the refrigerator out of the main traffic area and doubled the amount of storage space. Several new windows were added to bring in natural light. A half wall was moved to allow more countertop area and open up sight lines. The previously awkwardly shaped island was slimmed down to create better flow. There were a few venting challenges to overcome; gas lines and plumbing had to be re-routed without disturbing the unit below. To open up sight lines, soffits were eliminated which allowed the extension of cabinets to the ceiling. To stay within the homeowner’s budget, we match existing scraped flooring by lacing in and repairing patches. The old dining area was too small for table, so we designed and built a custom banquette to maximize the space and take advantage of the outdoor views. The overall space works for family meals as well as entertaining. A light summer palette was used to reflect the shades of the sand, sea and sky. Even though the new kitchen is actually smaller than the original space, its now far more functional and open.

Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen remodel with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, white countertops, turquoise cabinets and window backsplash

Rob Karosis
Inspiration for a country garage remodel in New York

Large transitional master white tile and subway tile marble floor claw-foot bathtub photo in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops and gray walls