Wall was removed, and stair case opened up, to create an open concept living space. The kitchen dining, and living room went from three small dark rooms to one bright and airy multi-functional space.

Living room - coastal open concept medium tone wood floor living room idea in Providence with beige walls

Inspiration for a traditional kitchen pantry in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors. Microwave and warming drawer tucked away. Jessie Young - www.realestatephotographerseattle.com

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Example of a classic open concept living room design in San Francisco

Brian Vanden-Brink, Photographer
Kitchen - small rustic light wood floor kitchen idea in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, metallic backsplash, metal backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Example of a small beach style light wood floor dining room design in Los Angeles with white walls, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace

Laneway House by Smallworks -- www.smallworks.ca
Small elegant single-wall kitchen photo in Vancouver with white cabinets, blue backsplash and an island

This open concept kitchen by Thompson Remodeling involved removing walls to allow open flow from the kitchen into the living and dining rooms. The star of this kitchen is the expansive island, anchored by gorgeous columns with features that include plenty of work space, built-in bookshelves, and seating for three. Perimeter cabinets are maple with a caramel, chocolate glaze finish and the island cabinetry is alder with chestnut finish. Other design details include quartz countertops and ceramic tile flooring and backsplash.

Anne Hanley
Example of a large classic medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen/dining room combo design in New York with beige walls and no fireplace

Open concept kitchen - mid-sized contemporary u-shaped marble floor and gray floor open concept kitchen idea with blue backsplash, an island, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

The basement bar uses space that would otherwise be empty square footage. A custom bar aligns with the stair treads and is the same wood and finish as the floors upstairs. John Wilbanks Photography

Living room - mediterranean formal and open concept living room idea in Orange County with a standard fireplace

Example of a farmhouse dark wood floor dining room design in San Francisco with white walls

Inspiration for a contemporary formal and open concept living room remodel in San Diego

Large trendy l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Photo: Lucy Call © 2013 Houzz Design: Imbue Design and Sausage Space
Inspiration for a modern brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Salt Lake City with white cabinets, flat-panel cabinets and paneled appliances

Inspiration for a contemporary open concept dark wood floor living room remodel in Atlanta with green walls

Bethany Nauert
Mid-sized cottage white tile and subway tile cement tile floor and black floor freestanding bathtub photo in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, an undermount sink, brown cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls and marble 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