Additional pullout storage was custom designed under the stairs allowing for pantry, brooms and other utility items. When closed, the doors create a finished panelled effect, keeping the stair sophisticated and the storage hidden. Photos: Dave Remple

Example of a classic single-wall wet bar design in New York with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash and subway tile backsplash

Jeff Herr
Example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom design in Atlanta with an undermount sink, gray cabinets, marble countertops and gray walls

This is an organic Lime Wash done with a true lime wash product as opposed to a brick mortar or concrete that is often seen on new houses. This product can be applied as a solid coating making the surface completely white, or can be applied and "washed off" in many artistic ways, as seen here. If you hate your brick or just want something unique this is a great option! Photo credit: Jeff Murrey

KuDa Photography 2013
Example of a large trendy bathroom design in Portland with a vessel sink, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, shaker cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls and white countertops

Navajo white by BM trim color Bleeker beige call color by BM dark walnut floor stain
Inspiration for a timeless dark wood floor and brown floor foyer remodel in New York with a dark wood front door and beige walls

Example of a cottage single-wall dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, paneled appliances, wood countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash and gray walls

Double shower - contemporary gray tile and mosaic tile gray floor and single-sink double shower idea in Nashville with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a vessel sink, a hinged shower door, white countertops, a niche and a floating vanity

Mid-sized country light wood floor and beige floor foyer photo in Boise with white walls and a white front door

The master suite features a colorful bedroom with playful graphic designs on the bedspread and wall paper. Next to the bedroom is the master on-suite bathroom. Scavolini suspended bath cabinetry is a organic medium brown textured melamin (copied in the two jack & jill bathrooms also pictured). The room is centered around a stand alone white porcelain tub with chrome faucet. Jack & Jill bathrooms are almost identical, using the same 'warm' textured melamine in the cabinets from Scavolini. Each bathroom has its own identity in the small upper medicine cabinet, one in sage green and the other in turquoise blue matte lacquer. Martin Vecchio

Example of a farmhouse front door design in Chicago with a black front door

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Mid-sized transitional dark wood floor and brown floor foyer photo in Minneapolis with a white front door and gray walls

Coronado, CA The Alameda Residence is situated on a relatively large, yet unusually shaped lot for the beachside community of Coronado, California. The orientation of the “L” shaped main home and linear shaped guest house and covered patio create a large, open courtyard central to the plan. The majority of the spaces in the home are designed to engage the courtyard, lending a sense of openness and light to the home. The aesthetics take inspiration from the simple, clean lines of a traditional “A-frame” barn, intermixed with sleek, minimal detailing that gives the home a contemporary flair. The interior and exterior materials and colors reflect the bright, vibrant hues and textures of the seaside locale.

Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman dark wood floor home design remodel with brown walls and a dark wood front door

Angle Eye Photography
Inspiration for a timeless white tile and marble tile powder room remodel in Philadelphia with furniture-like cabinets, marble countertops and white countertops

Photography: Megan Chaffin
Transitional dark wood floor and brown floor laundry room photo in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, beige walls and beige countertops

Matthew Millman
Inspiration for a transitional subway tile bathroom remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink

Ken Vaughan - Vaughan Creative Media
Inspiration for a small farmhouse white tile marble floor and gray floor powder room remodel in Dallas with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble countertops, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, recessed-panel cabinets and white countertops

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Our clients and their three teenage kids had outgrown the footprint of their existing home and felt they needed some space to spread out. They came in with a couple of sets of drawings from different architects that were not quite what they were looking for, so we set out to really listen and try to provide a design that would meet their objectives given what the space could offer. We started by agreeing that a bump out was the best way to go and then decided on the size and the floor plan locations of the mudroom, powder room and butler pantry which were all part of the project. We also planned for an eat-in banquette that is neatly tucked into the corner and surrounded by windows providing a lovely spot for daily meals. The kitchen itself is L-shaped with the refrigerator and range along one wall, and the new sink along the exterior wall with a large window overlooking the backyard. A large island, with seating for five, houses a prep sink and microwave. A new opening space between the kitchen and dining room includes a butler pantry/bar in one section and a large kitchen pantry in the other. Through the door to the left of the main sink is access to the new mudroom and powder room and existing attached garage. White inset cabinets, quartzite countertops, subway tile and nickel accents provide a traditional feel. The gray island is a needed contrast to the dark wood flooring. Last but not least, professional appliances provide the tools of the trade needed to make this one hardworking kitchen. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com