J Weiland
Mid-sized mountain style galley medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen photo with recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, wood backsplash and an island

Steven Meckler
Inspiration for a southwestern living room remodel in Phoenix

We bring sound into the garden with trickling water and crackling fire. We invite bees and birds to serenade us with their song.
Inspiration for a large modern courtyard stone patio remodel in Seattle with no cover and a fire pit

Photography by David O. Marlow
Deck - huge contemporary rooftop rooftop deck idea in Seattle with a fire pit and no cover

The organic shape of the surrounding trees contrasts the hard-lined form of the home. To the right, a photo studio is clad in pre-cast concrete. The large front door defines the central entry. To the left, the great room is screened by perforated metal. Heavy Metal is a contemporary take on the Miesian courtyard house, in a rural setting. In this instance, the courtyard is created as much by the landscaping and vegetation as it is by the architecture. Photography by Andrew Fabin

Coastal Blue Dining Room with crushed quartz in the blue paint and alabaster lighting. Project and photos by Kala Ambrose Intuitive Interior Decor

Photography by David O. Marlow
Wine cellar - huge modern light wood floor and brown floor wine cellar idea in Seattle with storage racks

Having a small child, loving to entertain and looking to declutter and kid-proof the gathering spaces of their home in the quaint village of Rockville Centre, Long Island, a stone’s throw from Manhattan, our client’s main objective was to have their living room and den transformed with a family friendly home makeover with mid-century modern tones boasting a formal, yet relaxed spirit Stepping into the home we found their living room and den both architecturally well appointed yet in need of modern transitional furniture pieces and the pops of color our clients admired, as there was a substantial amount of cool, cold grays in the rooms. Decor Aid designer Vivian C. approached the design and placement of the pieces sourced to be kid-friendly while remaining sophisticated and practical for entertaining. “We played off of the clients love for blush pinks, mid-century modern and turquoise. We played with the use of gold and silver metals to mix it up.” In the living room, we used the prominent bay window and its illuminating natural light as the main architectural focal point, while the fireplace and mantels soft white tone helped inform the minimalist color palette for which we styled the room around. To add warmth to the living room we played off of the clients love for blush pinks and turquoise while elevating the room with flashes of gold and silver metallic pieces. For a sense of play and to tie the space together we punctuated the kid-friendly living room with an eclectic juxtaposition of colors and materials, from a beautifully patchworked geometric cowhide rug from All Modern, to a whimsical mirror placed over an unexpected, bold geometric credenza, to the blush velvet barrel chair and abstract blue watercolor pillows. “When sourcing furniture and objects, we chose items that had rounded edges and were shatter proof as it was vital to keep each room’s decor childproof.” Vivian ads. Their vision for the den remained chic, with comfort and practical functionality key to create an area for the young family to come together. For the den, our main challenge was working around the pre-existing dark gray sectional sofa. To combat its chunkiness, we played off of the hues in the cubist framed prints placed above and focused on blue and orange accents which complement and play off of each other well. We selected orange storage ottomans in easy to clean, kid-friendly leather to maximize space and functionality. To personalize the appeal of the den we included black and white framed family photos. In the end, the result created a fun, relaxed space where our clients can enjoy family moments or watch a game while taking in the scenic view of their backyard. For harmony between the rooms, the overall tone for each room is mid-century modern meets bold, yet classic contemporary through the use of mixed materials and fabrications including marble, stone, metals and plush velvet, creating a cozy yet sophisticated enough atmosphere for entertaining family and friends and raising a young children. “The result od this family friendly room was really fantastic! Adding some greenery, more pillows and throws really made the space pop.” Vivian C. Decor Aid’s Designer

Rikki Snyder
Elegant entryway photo in New York

Roger Wade Studio
Example of a mid-sized mountain style guest dark wood floor and brown floor bedroom design in Sacramento with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Next to Chloe is my bar cart. The gold cart already blends in well with her look, but I couldn't resist adding the classic tartan cocktail napkins that match Scarlett's ribbon sash in the other room.

Photography by David O. Marlow
Inspiration for a contemporary wine cellar remodel in Vancouver

Bedroom - large rustic master dark wood floor, brown floor, wood ceiling and wood wall bedroom idea with brown walls and no fireplace

This unique city-home is designed with a center entry, flanked by formal living and dining rooms on either side. An expansive gourmet kitchen / great room spans the rear of the main floor, opening onto a terraced outdoor space comprised of more than 700SF. The home also boasts an open, four-story staircase flooded with natural, southern light, as well as a lower level family room, four bedrooms (including two en-suite) on the second floor, and an additional two bedrooms and study on the third floor. A spacious, 500SF roof deck is accessible from the top of the staircase, providing additional outdoor space for play and entertainment. Due to the location and shape of the site, there is a 2-car, heated garage under the house, providing direct entry from the garage into the lower level mudroom. Two additional off-street parking spots are also provided in the covered driveway leading to the garage. Designed with family living in mind, the home has also been designed for entertaining and to embrace life's creature comforts. Pre-wired with HD Video, Audio and comprehensive low-voltage services, the home is able to accommodate and distribute any low voltage services requested by the homeowner. This home was pre-sold during construction. Steve Hall, Hedrich Blessing

“When the Cameron’s hired us to work with them, we were confronted with a typical Chicago problem…flooding on the property because of the grade differences between the two neighbor’s lots on both sides. The fixes were effective and beautiful; a raised bed on the north side to match the neighbor’s grade and a grassy area that was pitched toward a Rain Garden on the south side which effectively managed the water from the other neighbor’s garage and incorporated a percentage of native plants addressing Sustainable Sites Initiative™ requirements (the LEED like standards being set forth for the Landscape industry). We also incorporated organic food grade soil into areas where food would be grown.” - Julia Bunn The Spirited Gardener SpiritedGardener.com

View of the front entrance walkway with permeable set porcelain tiles and mini patio and Rain downspout gardens from the entrance roof area. Recycled plastic fauxwood bench.

Andrew Bramasco
Example of a large country underground gray floor and dark wood floor basement design in Orange County with beige walls and no fireplace

After the Thanksgiving meal, everyone gathers in my client's family room to play games, talk and watch TV. In her family room, the fireplace is the focal point. With this in mind, I've added the sign Gather, to touch upon the sentiment of this holiday and the joy of everyone spending time together.