The island is both workspace in the kitchen and a serving space for the dining area. When working in small spaces, having multi-uses increases functionality. Photography by Geoffrey Hodgdon

This guest bathroom was to be shared between one senior and two teens. Our client requested surfaces that were easy to clean, as well as an ADA compliant remodel. We included hand rails, a comfort height commode, non-slip flooring, ample space around the commode, handheld and adjustable shower head, as well as a no-step shower.

This powder room was added off the mudroom and backyard, allowing kids and guests to conveniently slip in through the cheerful green barn door.
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Small transitional freestanding desk medium tone wood floor, vaulted ceiling and wallpaper study room photo in Boston with multicolored walls

This contemporary bath design uses StarMark Lyptus, Tempo Cabinetry. Happy Floor 12”x24” tile was installed floor to ceiling in a vertical subway pattern. Daltile Tiger Eye Bali was used for the waterfall accent behind the toilet and repeated in the shower. The accent is repeated again in the mirror frame. The look is completed with a quartz countertop, wood looking tile floor, pebble mosaic shower floor and contemporary plumbing pieces.

This small bathroom was updated to provide better functionality - more storage, ease of access with roll-out drawers, safety and comfort features such as grab bar, thermostatic valve for shower/bath, comfort height toilet, night lighting, timer ventilation fan, non-slip flooring. Repetition of mosaic marble/glass backsplash on tub face and wall behind toilet and vanity adds interest to otherwise neutral fixed elements of marble floor and white quartz countertop, and bevilled white large format subway tile in tub/shower enclosure. Patterned floral wallpaper on single wall adds impact.

Metallic Epoxy Flooring System at Master Bathroom
Example of a small minimalist master bathroom design in Sacramento with open cabinets

Matte tile underfoot adds subtle contrast and slip resistance, grounding the shower design while maintaining the room’s clean, cohesive palette.
Example of a small transitional 3/4 white tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile, beige floor and single-sink bathroom design in Dallas with furniture-like cabinets, light wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, blue walls, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops, white countertops, a niche and a freestanding vanity

Our Pacifica Bath Mat is meticulously crafted in the traditional mortise and tenon method to ensure long lasting durability in the sauna or shower. Due to its high resistance to water and humidity, this bath mat will not hold water like other fabric bathmats. Rubber pads on the bottom prevent slipping on any surface, while its micro-smooth finish and rounded edges bring pure comfort after a relaxing shower.

Aging in Place was the primary focus of this renovation project. The original space included two small baths, one with a shower and the second with a tub/shower combination. The Master Bath needed accessible design with adaptability for long term use. The spaces were reconfigured to incorporate a barrier-free shower with folding seat, adjustable shower heads, grab bars, right-height toilets, slip resistant surfaces, layered and adjustable lighting and a custom vanity that can reconfigure for wheel chair use. The resulting design provides the owner with a safe, accessible master bath and additional storage.

The Arches Guest Bedroom was designed for a couple who loves mid-century modern design. This room, visible from their marigold yellow living room, functions as a workout and meditation space when they are not hosting guests. The flat weave rug allows for a yoga mat to easily be placed on top without any slipping. When guests are in town, the teal pull-out sofa, instantly transforms this space into a comfortable and luxurious bedroom for hosting. Instead of artwork for the walls, we borrowed from our Emmy Award winning composer clients collection of beautiful guitars as art for the space. A hanging mount allows him to easily access the guitars, when needed. Perforated metal lamps and Edison bulbs, give the room a moody and romantic feel, while allowing for the wallpaper design to be seen throughout.

Moody mid-century modern living room space with linen slipcover sofa made in the USA and pottery decor from Four Hands furniture
Inspiration for a small 1960s enclosed beige floor living room library remodel in Boston with green walls, no fireplace and no tv

Small cottage chic 3/4 terra-cotta tile and brown floor bathroom photo in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, brown walls, a trough sink and granite countertops

Family friendly design is baked into everything we do here at down2earth interior design. As a mom myself, I’m always looking for design solutions that are fun, but also durable, practical, and low maintenance. Vanities with drawers and baskets are a great way to keep kids' stuff organized at a height they can reach. A seamless ceramic top is easy to clean, even if kids smear toothpaste all around. monogrammed towels help kids keep their towels straight. And the bold custom color on the vanity provides a jolt of youthful energy. A small scale mosaic floor tile prevents slipping even if some water gets spilled on the floor. Safety first!

The pool’s Porcea stone coping was custom made to precisely align with the grout lines of the matching white Porcea porcelain tile along the waterline. The premium interior finish is a white PebbleTec exposed aggregate which is highly durable, slip resistant and pleasant feeling under foot.

This guest bathroom was to be shared between one senior and two teens. Our client requested surfaces that were easy to clean, as well as an ADA compliant remodel. We included hand rails, a comfort height commode, non-slip flooring, ample space around the commode, as well as a no-step shower.

High End Metallic Epoxy Flooring System with Pearl White Primer, Gold Metallic Body Coat, and Polyurethane Top Coat.
Inspiration for a small modern home design remodel in Sacramento

The floating dock and boat slip accommodates six wooden adirondack chairs nicely. To tie in with the overall landscape, we painted these a minty green and distressed them.

High End Metallic Epoxy Flooring System with Pearl White Primer, Gold Metallic Body Coat, and Polyurethane Top Coat.
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