Connie White
Inspiration for a large farmhouse open concept light wood floor and brown floor family room remodel in Phoenix with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Connie White
Large cottage open concept light wood floor and brown floor family room photo in Phoenix with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Example of a small classic formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor living room design in Toronto with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman formal and open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Boston with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Inspiration for a small timeless formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor living room remodel in Toronto with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Architectrure by TMS Architects Rob Karosis Photography
Example of a beach style light wood floor family room design in Boston with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Example of a mountain style slate floor living room design in New York with yellow walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Inspiration for a rustic formal living room remodel in Other with a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Beach style living room photo in Philadelphia with blue walls

These clients came to my office looking for an architect who could design their "empty nest" home that would be the focus of their soon to be extended family. A place where the kids and grand kids would want to hang out: with a pool, open family room/ kitchen, garden; but also one-story so there wouldn't be any unnecessary stairs to climb. They wanted the design to feel like "old Pasadena" with the coziness and attention to detail that the era embraced. My sensibilities led me to recall the wonderful classic mansions of San Marino, so I designed a manor house clad in trim Bluestone with a steep French slate roof and clean white entry, eave and dormer moldings that would blend organically with the future hardscape plan and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. The site was a deep, flat lot that had been half of the old Joan Crawford estate; the part that had an abandoned swimming pool and small cabana. I envisioned a pavilion filled with natural light set in a beautifully planted park with garden views from all sides. Having a one-story house allowed for tall and interesting shaped ceilings that carved into the sheer angles of the roof. The most private area of the house would be the central loggia with skylights ensconced in a deep woodwork lattice grid and would be reminiscent of the outdoor “Salas” found in early Californian homes. The family would soon gather there and enjoy warm afternoons and the wonderfully cool evening hours together. Working with interior designer Jeffrey Hitchcock, we designed an open family room/kitchen with high dark wood beamed ceilings, dormer windows for daylight, custom raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and a textured glass tile splash. Natural light and gentle breezes flow through the many French doors and windows located to accommodate not only the garden views, but the prevailing sun and wind as well. The graceful living room features a dramatic vaulted white painted wood ceiling and grand fireplace flanked by generous double hung French windows and elegant drapery. A deeply cased opening draws one into the wainscot paneled dining room that is highlighted by hand painted scenic wallpaper and a barrel vaulted ceiling. The walnut paneled library opens up to reveal the waterfall feature in the back garden. Equally picturesque and restful is the view from the rotunda in the master bedroom suite. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Jeffrey Hitchcock Enterprises Contractor: Synergy General Contractors, Inc. Landscape Design: LZ Design Group, Inc. Photography: Laura Hull

Bedroom - mid-sized traditional master carpeted bedroom idea in New York with beige walls, a two-sided fireplace and a stone fireplace

Interior Design by Hurley Hafen
Inspiration for a farmhouse formal living room remodel in San Francisco with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Mid-sized elegant formal and open concept medium tone wood floor living room photo in Milwaukee with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

View from island into Family room and water view Robert Brewster Photography
Family room - mid-sized transitional enclosed medium tone wood floor family room idea in Providence with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

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Lisa Puchalla Lily Mae Design Photo by Angie Seckinger
Elegant living room photo in DC Metro with gray walls and a standard fireplace

Mid-sized transitional open concept light wood floor family room photo in Louisville with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Elegant formal and enclosed carpeted living room photo in Minneapolis with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

This beautiful dining room/living room was designed By Chrissy & Co principle designer Chrissy Cottrell. Photo by Tracey Ayton-Edwards.
Mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor dining room photo in Vancouver with white walls, a stone fireplace and a ribbon fireplace