photo credit Matthew Niemann
Inspiration for a large 1960s open concept light wood floor and beige floor family room library remodel in Austin with white walls

Scott Hargis
Inspiration for a french country dark wood floor family room remodel in San Francisco with gray walls and a media wall

Greg Premru
Living room - mid-sized contemporary formal and open concept living room idea in Boston with beige walls

Photography by Michael J. Lee
Large transitional master marble floor and white floor freestanding bathtub photo in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops

This wine bar located in the formal entry room has an authentic "Wine Cellar" feel due to the stone veneer wall and lighting touches, yet has every convenience at hand, including the cooler. Photo by FlashitFirst.com

Fredrik Karlsson
Inspiration for a scandinavian single-wall painted wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Gothenburg with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an undermount sink

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master porcelain tile and single-sink walk-in shower remodel in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, a one-piece toilet, an undermount sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door and a built-in vanity

Kim Reierson
Elegant bathroom photo in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, blue cabinets and gray countertops

The Clients contacted Cecil Baker + Partners to reconfigure and remodel the top floor of a prominent Philadelphia high-rise into an urban pied-a-terre. The forty-five story apartment building, overlooking Washington Square Park and its surrounding neighborhoods, provided a modern shell for this truly contemporary renovation. Originally configured as three penthouse units, the 8,700 sf interior, as well as 2,500 square feet of terrace space, was to become a single residence with sweeping views of the city in all directions. The Client’s mission was to create a city home for collecting and displaying contemporary glass crafts. Their stated desire was to cast an urban home that was, in itself, a gallery. While they enjoy a very vital family life, this home was targeted to their urban activities - entertainment being a central element. The living areas are designed to be open and to flow into each other, with pockets of secondary functions. At large social events, guests feel free to access all areas of the penthouse, including the master bedroom suite. A main gallery was created in order to house unique, travelling art shows. Stemming from their desire to entertain, the penthouse was built around the need for elaborate food preparation. Cooking would be visible from several entertainment areas with a “show” kitchen, provided for their renowned chef. Secondary preparation and cleaning facilities were tucked away. The architects crafted a distinctive residence that is framed around the gallery experience, while also incorporating softer residential moments. Cecil Baker + Partners embraced every element of the new penthouse design beyond those normally associated with an architect’s sphere, from all material selections, furniture selections, furniture design, and art placement. Barry Halkin and Todd Mason Photography

Elegant bathroom photo in Kansas City with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets and beige walls

KazArts Photography
Mid-sized transitional built-in desk ceramic tile home office photo in New York with gray walls

Inspiration for a large contemporary master porcelain tile freestanding bathtub remodel in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a vessel sink, beige walls and granite countertops

Inspiration for a timeless l-shaped eat-in kitchen remodel in Moscow with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, beige backsplash and a peninsula

Frank Shirley Architects
Example of a large farmhouse master carpeted and beige floor bedroom design in Boston with white walls, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace

Chelsea Mohrman | farm fresh therapy
Inspiration for a country l-shaped dark wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Columbus with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, blue backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, blue walls and an island

Amy Pearman, Boyd Pearman Photography
Large transitional open concept and formal dark wood floor and brown floor living room photo with white walls, a standard fireplace, no tv and a stone fireplace

Alcove bathtub - small transitional 3/4 gray tile and stone tile marble floor and white floor alcove bathtub idea in Austin with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, white countertops and a hinged shower door

Calacatta Pearl 24" x 24" Honed Marble floor St. Tropez Honed Limestone counter
Bathroom - mid-sized modern 3/4 white tile and stone tile marble floor and gray floor bathroom idea in Miami with medium tone wood cabinets, flat-panel cabinets, white walls, limestone countertops, an undermount sink and gray countertops

This award-winning and intimate cottage was rebuilt on the site of a deteriorating outbuilding. Doubling as a custom jewelry studio and guest retreat, the cottage’s timeless design was inspired by old National Parks rough-stone shelters that the owners had fallen in love with. A single living space boasts custom built-ins for jewelry work, a Murphy bed for overnight guests, and a stone fireplace for warmth and relaxation. A cozy loft nestles behind rustic timber trusses above. Expansive sliding glass doors open to an outdoor living terrace overlooking a serene wooded meadow. Photos by: Emily Minton Redfield