Photo: Sarah Natsumi Moore © 2014 Houzz
Living room - contemporary living room idea in Austin

Example of a large eclectic open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room design in Charleston with a wall-mounted tv, beige walls, a ribbon fireplace and a tile fireplace

Raft Island Kitchen Redesign & Remodel Project Overview Located in the beautiful Puget Sound this project began with functionality in mind. The original kitchen was built custom for a very tall person, The custom countertops were not functional for the busy family that purchased the home. The new design has clean lines with elements of nature . The custom oak cabinets were locally made. The stain is a custom blend. The reclaimed island was made from local material. ..the floating shelves and beams are also reclaimed lumber. The island counter top and hood is NEOLITH in Iron Copper , a durable porcelain counter top material The counter tops along the perimeter of the kitchen is Lapitec. The design is original, textured, inviting, brave & complimentary. ​Photos by Julie Mannell Photography

THEME Doors are a visual frame to the entrance of a great room. This highquality, personalized element adds fun and interest to the room before it is even entered, and provides a great introduction for any theme. FOCUS The half-door offers unique access to the room, providing a true feeling of ownership for the child and peace of mind for parents. The top half of the door swings separate from the bottom, maintaining great ventilation and a clear view into the room. GROWTH The doors look beautiful and function normally for many years. SAFETY The doors easily replace unsightly baby gates and provide the same level of restraint, without the footholds or slats often used by children to manipulate or climb gates. Solid wood core birch construction keeps sound out (or sound in) when the door is closed, while a sliding gate lock safely secures the bottom half, and makes opening the top half simple.

Danny Piassick
Example of a small trendy open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room design in Dallas with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Raft Island Kitchen Redesign & Remodel Project Overview Located in the beautiful Puget Sound this project began with functionality in mind. The original kitchen was built custom for a very tall person, The custom countertops were not functional for the busy family that purchased the home. The new design has clean lines with elements of nature . The custom oak cabinets were locally made. The stain is a custom blend. The reclaimed island was made from local material. ..the floating shelves and beams are also reclaimed lumber. The island counter top and hood is NEOLITH in Iron Copper , a durable porcelain counter top material The counter tops along the perimeter of the kitchen is Lapitec. The design is original, textured, inviting, brave & complimentary. ​Photos by Julie Mannell Photography

Example of a large minimalist galley ceramic tile eat-in kitchen design in Vancouver with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The homeowners of this condo sought our assistance when downsizing from a large family home on Howe Sound to a small urban condo in Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver. They asked us to incorporate many of their precious antiques and art pieces into the new design. Our challenges here were twofold; first, how to deal with the unconventional curved floor plan with vast South facing windows that provide a 180 degree view of downtown Vancouver, and second, how to successfully merge an eclectic collection of antique pieces into a modern setting. We began by updating most of their artwork with new matting and framing. We created a gallery effect by grouping like artwork together and displaying larger pieces on the sections of wall between the windows, lighting them with black wall sconces for a graphic effect. We re-upholstered their antique seating with more contemporary fabrics choices - a gray flannel on their Victorian fainting couch and a fun orange chenille animal print on their Louis style chairs. We selected black as an accent colour for many of the accessories as well as the dining room wall to give the space a sophisticated modern edge. The new pieces that we added, including the sofa, coffee table and dining light fixture are mid century inspired, bridging the gap between old and new. White walls and understated wallpaper provide the perfect backdrop for the colourful mix of antique pieces. Interior Design by Lori Steeves, Simply Home Decorating. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography

A clean simple wall switch for lighting control
Home design - transitional home design idea in Sacramento

Mark Woods
Example of a small 1950s single-wall concrete floor living room design in Seattle with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops and white backsplash

The master bedroom is surrounded on three sides by tall glass walls, providing a stunning view of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Photo: Benjamin Benschneider

Dino Tonn Photography
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David Story
Family room - modern family room idea in Seattle

Meghan Bob Photography

Flowing water creates a relaxing sound that also helps drown out the sounds of a busy city! In this case a simple flow over feather rock does the job.

Andy Mamott
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Mid-sized minimalist backyard rectangular hot tub photo in Dallas

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Axiom Desert House by Turkel Design in Palm Springs, California ; Photo by Chase Daniel ; custom cabinets by Turkel Design ; surfaces, backsplash, and storage accessories from Corian, counter stools by Fyrn, appliances by Dacor ;paint from Dunn-Edwards ; doors and windows from Marvin