Open concept kitchen - coastal l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, an island and white countertops

The Pool House was completed in 2008 and contains an intimate sitting area with a facade of glass doors designed to be hidden away, a private bath, bar and space for pool storage. Photography by Barry A. Hyman. Contractor Larry Larkin Builder

The finished product
Example of a classic rectangular pool design in New York

Photography by Picture Perfect House
Dedicated laundry room - mid-sized transitional single-wall porcelain tile and gray floor dedicated laundry room idea in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, cement tile backsplash, gray walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

Our goal on this project was to create a live-able and open feeling space in a 690 square foot modern farmhouse. We planned for an open feeling space by installing tall windows and doors, utilizing pocket doors and building a vaulted ceiling. An efficient layout with hidden kitchen appliances and a concealed laundry space, built in tv and work desk, carefully selected furniture pieces and a bright and white colour palette combine to make this tiny house feel like a home. We achieved our goal of building a functionally beautiful space where we comfortably host a few friends and spend time together as a family. John McManus

Blending a modern sensibility with traditional architecture, this garden features a front yard meadow with native grasses (Carex praecracilis) and wildflowers. Poured-in-place concrete pavers in a meandering pattern slow the approach from the sidewalk to the entry. The modestly-sized backyard has been maximized for entertaining with outdoor dining and lounging areas and subtle landscape lighting. Native plants, herbs, and edibles share the back garden beds, and a raised pond brings the garden to life. Photo by Martin Cox Photography.

Wet bar - rustic single-wall wet bar idea in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets and brown countertops

Mid-sized transitional kids' white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and multicolored floor doorless shower photo in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an integrated sink, quartz countertops and white countertops

Mimi Erickson
Example of a country bathroom design in Atlanta

Werner Straube Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless 3/4 gray tile and limestone tile porcelain tile, single-sink and gray floor alcove shower remodel in Chicago with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, a hinged shower door, gray countertops and a freestanding vanity

Creating a new formal entry was one of the key elements of this project. Architect: The Warner Group. Photographer: Kelly Teich
Example of a large tuscan ceramic tile and red floor front door design in Santa Barbara with white walls and a glass front door

Elegant master white tile and subway tile drop-in bathtub photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, beige walls and shaker cabinets

Jim Schmid
Example of a classic front door design in Charlotte with a dark wood front door

Peter Rymwid
Bathroom - mid-sized contemporary gray tile and porcelain tile bathroom idea in New York with flat-panel cabinets, concrete countertops, a one-piece toilet, an integrated sink, dark wood cabinets, white walls and gray countertops

Bath remodel with custom stone pedestal sink with Waterworks fixture. Reclaimed wood paneled wall with reclaimed antique Italian street lamp as pendant. Photography by Manolo Langis Located steps away from the beach, the client engaged us to transform a blank industrial loft space to a warm inviting space that pays respect to its industrial heritage. We use anchored large open space with a sixteen foot conversation island that was constructed out of reclaimed logs and plumbing pipes. The island itself is divided up into areas for eating, drinking, and reading. Bringing this theme into the bedroom, the bed was constructed out of 12x12 reclaimed logs anchored by two bent steel plates for side tables.

Amazing front porch of a modern farmhouse built by Steve Powell Homes (www.stevepowellhomes.com). Photo Credit: David Cannon Photography (www.davidcannonphotography.com)

Rather than sacrificing kitchen square footage or losing laundry to the basement, this remodel carves out a dedicated nook that keeps full-size washer and dryer units close at hand. Open wood shelving overhead adds practical storage without closing the space in, and a clean archway connects it seamlessly to the kitchen just steps away. The same warm-toned porcelain tile underfoot ties the two rooms together as one cohesive design.

Architectural by David Stocker, AIA; Design Team: Enrique Montenegro, AIA, Kevin Pauzer{Photo by Nathan Schroder Photography}
Inspiration for a contemporary rectangular pool remodel in Dallas