Dennis Mayer Photography
Alcove bathtub - cottage blue tile and subway tile alcove bathtub idea in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile countertops and white walls

Hollyhock House, Frank Lloyd Wright, 1921
Living room - modern living room idea in Los Angeles

When we imagine the homes of our favorite actors, we often think of picturesque kitchens, artwork hanging on the walls, luxurious furniture, and pristine conditions 24/7. But for celebrities with children, sometimes that last one isn’t always accurate! Kids will be kids – which means there may be messy bedrooms, toys strewn across their play area, and maybe even some crayon marks or finger-paints on walls or floors. Lucy Liu recently partnered with One Kings Lane and Paintzen to redesign her son Rockwell’s playroom in their Manhattan apartment for that reason. Previously, Lucy had decided not to focus too much on the layout or color of the space – it was simply a room to hold all of Rockwell’s toys. There wasn’t much of a design element to it and very little storage. Lucy was ready to change that – and transform the room into something more sophisticated and tranquil for both Rockwell and for guests (especially those with kids!). And to really bring that transformation to life, one of the things that needed to change was the lack of color and texture on the walls. When selecting the color palette, Lucy and One Kings Lane designer Nicole Fisher decided on a more neutral, contemporary style. They chose to avoid the primary colors, which are too often utilized in children’s rooms and playrooms. Instead, they chose to have Paintzen paint the walls in a cozy gray with warm beige undertones. (Try PPG ‘Slate Pebble’ for a similar look!) It created a perfect backdrop for the decor selected for the room, which included a tepee for Rockwell, some Tribal-inspired artwork, Moroccan woven baskets, and some framed artwork. To add texture to the space, Paintzen also installed wallpaper on two of the walls. The wallpaper pattern involved muted blues and grays to add subtle color and a slight contrast to the rest of the walls. Take a closer look at this smartly designed space, featuring a beautiful neutral color palette and lots of exciting textures!

Bubbly Girls Bathroom Mark Pinkerton - Vi360 Photography
Example of a small trendy kids' white tile and marble tile mosaic tile floor and multicolored floor alcove shower design in San Francisco with a hinged shower door

The rustic farmhouse porch protects the family from the elements, but provides sunlight to brighten up a space that sometimes feels dark. A stone exterior and metal roof maintain the rustic concept. Views of the backyard reveal a two level playhouse with sandbox on bottom, climbing wall on back, bunk beds and viewing area above. ©Shoot2Sell Photography

Let the outdoors in and the indoors out. A perfect illustration of how a detached Studio Shed space can integrate your indoor and outdoor living spaces.

A modern black sectional creates the perfect place to lounge after a long day at work in this modern living room. The straight lined, heavy cocktail table can be used to kick your feet up and relax. A backdrop of an organic floral graces the previously empty corner and draws the eye to design of the space. The carved wood fireplace follows the lines of the inset tile around the firebox to create a simple, yet stunning modern design.

Bathroom - contemporary white tile and mosaic tile gray floor bathroom idea in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink and black countertops

jeff herr photography
Large transitional master gray tile and stone tile freestanding bathtub photo in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, a one-piece toilet and beige walls

Example of a small beach style backyard gravel drought-tolerant and full sun patio container garden design for summer in Los Angeles with a roof extension

Living room - large modern open concept concrete floor and gray floor living room idea in San Francisco with a bar and white walls

Photo by Ellen Sousa

Interior Architecture, Kitchen and Bathroom Design by Amber Golob Interiors Interior. Furnishings by Studio Bliss. Cabinetry by Greater Chicago Kitchen and Bath. Photography by Margaret Rajic.

Durston Saylor
Large elegant white three-story exterior home photo in New York with a gambrel roof

This custom freestanding lean to greenhouse has been converted into an outdoor gym. Rain or shine, the well ventilated space can be an escape to nature but not its elements. 10x14 with luxurious double glass glazing, this structure is a retreat from the everyday.

Rett Peek
Inspiration for an eclectic home design remodel in Little Rock

Carmel Valley Cottage in Carmel, CA Photography: David Duncan Livingston
Inspiration for a transitional entryway remodel in San Francisco

Troy Thies Photography
Trendy light wood floor bedroom photo in Minneapolis with white walls

Beach style side yard deck photo with a fire pit and no cover