Living room - industrial living room idea in Denver

Craig Thompson Photography
Trendy master multicolored tile and mosaic tile freestanding bathtub photo with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and beige walls

Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by adding a garage space, new windows triple pane tilt and turn windows, cedar double front doors, clear cedar siding with clear cedar natural siding accents, clear cedar garage doors, galvanized over sized gutters with chain style downspouts, standing seam metal roof, re-purposed arbor/pergola, professionally landscaped yard, and stained concrete driveway, walkways, and steps.

Photography by Ken Wyner 2101 Connecticut Avenue (c.1928), an 8-story brick and limestone Beaux Arts style building with spacious apartments, is said to have been “the finest apartment house to appear in Washington between the two World Wars.” (James M. Goode, Best Addresses, 1988.) As advertised for rent in 1928, the apartments were designed “to incorporate many details that would aid the residents in establishing a home atmosphere, one possessing charm and dignity usually found only in a private house… the character and tenancy (being) assured through careful selection of guests.” Home to Senators, Ambassadors, a Vice President and a Supreme Court Justice as well as numerous Washington socialites, the building still stands as one of the undisputed “best addresses” in Washington, DC.) So well laid-out was this gracious 3,000 sf apartment that the basic floor plan remains unchanged from the original architect’s 1927 design. The organizing feature was, and continues to be, the grand “gallery” space in the center of the unit. Every room in the apartment can be accessed via the gallery, thus preserving it as the centerpiece of the “charm and dignity” which the original design intended. Programmatic modifications consisted of the addition of a small powder room off of the foyer, and the conversion of a corner “sun room” into a room for meditation and study. The apartment received a thorough updating of all systems, services and finishes, including a new kitchen and new bathrooms, several new built-in cabinetry units, and the consolidation of numerous small closets and passageways into more accessible and efficient storage spaces.

Modern office space with custom built-in shelves
Inspiration for a transitional freestanding desk medium tone wood floor and brown floor home office remodel in New York with gray walls

A fold-out ironing board pivots into seven convenient positions for quick touch-ups before you head out, then disappears behind a drawer when not in use.

Example of a cottage brick floor eat-in kitchen design in Houston with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Schrock Carmin Toasted Almond on Pearl, Lg Viatera Symphony countertop, Tiles from Rhode Island Tile
Example of a mid-sized classic l-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen design in Boston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, porcelain backsplash, black appliances and an island

Living room with custom media and fireplace cabinet. Photo: Jeffrey Totaro.
Mid-sized trendy open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room photo in Philadelphia with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace and a media wall

Million Dollar Listing’s celebrity broker Ryan Serhant reached out to Decor Aid to stage a luxurious Brooklyn condo development. The only caveat was that our interior designers had 48 hours to come up with the design, concept, and source all the furniture. Always up for a challenge, we partnered with Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams to create this contemporary gem. Staying true to their contemporary vision, our interior decorators sourced all pieces through MGBW. Starting in the living room, we placed the Gunner Sofa, a piece that offers clean-lined living. The thin arms and slanted profile emphasize the modern elegance of the home. Through the use of various contemporary patterns and textures we were able to avoid the one-dimensional ambiance, and instead, the apartment’s living room feels detailed and thought out, without making anyone who enters overcrowded with home decor. The Melrose cocktail table was sourced for its sleek, stainless steel and glass design that contrasts with more substantial pieces in the space, while also complementing the contemporary style. The glass design gives the illusion that this table takes up less space, giving the living room design a light and airy feel all around. The living space transformed into something out of a decor catalog with just the right amount of personality, creating a room that follows through with our starting design, yet functional for everyday use. After the living room area, we set our eyes on designing the master bedroom. Our interior decorators were immediately drawn to the Celina Floating Rail Bed, it’s opulent nailhead trim, and dramatic design brings fresh sophistication to the bedroom design, while also standing out as a timeless piece that can complement various trends or styles that might be added later on to the bedroom decoration. We sourced the Roland Table Lamp to add texture, with its elaborate ribbed design, that compliments the air of masculinity the Carmen Leather Ottoman add while contrasting with the light, sleeker pieces. This difference in weight left us with a bedroom decoration that lives up to the trending modern standards, yet a space that is timeless and stylish no matter the decor trends. Once we finished and the project was completed, our senior designers took a step back and took in all of their hard labor. Decor Aid was able to make this newly built blank space and design it into a modern wonder small brooklyn apartment. The MGBW furnishings were all hand-picked to keep an even balance of complementing and contrasting contemporary pieces, which was one of our more critical apartment decorating ideas. The apartment home decor brings to life this modern concept in a way that isn’t overbearing and shows off their style making the space in every sense an accurate reflection of a chic contemporary style.

- Interior Designer: InUnison Design, Inc. - Christine Frisk - Architect: SALA Architects - Paul Buum - Builder: Flynn Construction - Photographer: Troy Thies

Photography: Jen Burner Photography
Bedroom and small country girl and guest brown floor and dark wood floor bedroom photo in New Orleans with gray walls

Farmhouse light wood floor and beige floor living room photo in Denver with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a media wall

The photo depicts a beautifully renovated transitional bathroom with a free-standing tub and an alcove shower. The tub is positioned in the center right wall of the room, with a large window behind it that lets in natural light and provides privacy from both sides. The tub has a sleek and modern design, with a smooth white exterior that contrasts with the slightly darker flooring.

Bathroom - master bathroom idea in Chicago

Steven Evans Photography
Open concept kitchen - small contemporary l-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Photo: Dinno Thom Lighting close to the wall drapes the tile and tub area to highlight colors and patterns. Suspended bench in the shower allows the client to face the water source and not stub toes.

This tiny home is located on a treelined street in the Kitsilano neighborhood of Vancouver. We helped our client create a living and dining space with a beach vibe in this small front room that comfortably accommodates their growing family of four. The starting point for the decor was the client's treasured antique chaise (positioned under the large window) and the scheme grew from there. We employed a few important space saving techniques in this room... One is building seating into a corner that doubles as storage, the other is tucking a footstool, which can double as an extra seat, under the custom wood coffee table. The TV is carefully concealed in the custom millwork above the fireplace. Finally, we personalized this space by designing a family gallery wall that combines family photos and shadow boxes of treasured keepsakes. Interior Decorating by Lori Steeves of Simply Home Decorating. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography

Jane Beiles Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional master beige tile and travertine tile travertine floor freestanding bathtub remodel in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops