Architect: Sala Architects | Builder: Merdan Custom Builders Inc. | Photography: Spacecrafting
Inspiration for a mid-century modern master light wood floor and beige floor bedroom remodel in Minneapolis with white walls and no fireplace

Inspiration for a transitional medium tone wood floor basement remodel in Portland with beige walls

Mid-sized island style backyard tile patio photo in Hawaii with a roof extension

Dave Adams Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized 1960s galley concrete floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a transitional home bar design in Chicago

Part mirage, part miracle - this masterful modern evocation is in the best Louisiana vernacular tradition. It was conceived by architect Kevin Gossen (Gossen Architects Lafayette, Louisiana) for an unusual piece of property in Metairie whose cheated landscape gives the illusion of open country spaces. He has created a “cottage” that already looks as if it might be a survivor from a couple of centuries ago. Using reclaimed building materials, magnificent beams, beautiful old flooring with classically scaled rooms, it was a perfect project for Decorations Lucullus. Both architect and interior designers admit the real magic rested with the client whose highly developed aesthetic and extensive experience in design gave the process amazing vitality. Conceived as a “résidence secondaire” to be near grandchildren, she wanted something more snug than her large primary house out of town but without sacrificing the qualities of charm or elegance. While the project is still evolving, she can’t repress a smile when some passer-by stops to chat over the rose-heavy iron fence, perhaps peering into the gracious side hall, asking how this old house has managed to survive all the changes in the neighborhood. Photography by Sara Essex Bradly

Gail Owens
Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized contemporary single-wall porcelain tile enclosed kitchen idea in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and green countertops

Living room - mid-sized traditional formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room idea in New York with beige walls and a wall-mounted tv

Large transitional living room photo in Chicago with gray walls, a standard fireplace and no tv

Inspiration for a small coastal light wood floor home bar remodel in New York

Corner shower - contemporary white tile and porcelain tile gray floor corner shower idea in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls, a vessel sink and a hinged shower door

Inspiration for a transitional sunroom remodel in Seattle

Inspiration for a transitional living room remodel in Portland Maine

Inspiration for a timeless entryway remodel in Minneapolis with multicolored walls

A comprehensive remodel and second-story addition dramatically transformed a one-story hillside Craftsman home, giving the owners a modern master suite with stunning views. www.marikoreed.com

Inspiration for a timeless formal medium tone wood floor living room remodel in Charlotte with brown walls

Example of a classic entryway design in Boston

Stunning moulding and millwork combination. Manufactured by Mouldex Mouldings Designed by Jane Lockhart Design Executed by Hard At Work Inc.
Elegant master freestanding bathtub photo in Toronto with gray cabinets, blue walls, an undermount sink and recessed-panel cabinets

This 5,200-square foot modern farmhouse is located on Manhattan Beach’s Fourth Street, which leads directly to the ocean. A raw stone facade and custom-built Dutch front-door greets guests, and customized millwork can be found throughout the home. The exposed beams, wooden furnishings, rustic-chic lighting, and soothing palette are inspired by Scandinavian farmhouses and breezy coastal living. The home’s understated elegance privileges comfort and vertical space. To this end, the 5-bed, 7-bath (counting halves) home has a 4-stop elevator and a basement theater with tiered seating and 13-foot ceilings. A third story porch is separated from the upstairs living area by a glass wall that disappears as desired, and its stone fireplace ensures that this panoramic ocean view can be enjoyed year-round. This house is full of gorgeous materials, including a kitchen backsplash of Calacatta marble, mined from the Apuan mountains of Italy, and countertops of polished porcelain. The curved antique French limestone fireplace in the living room is a true statement piece, and the basement includes a temperature-controlled glass room-within-a-room for an aesthetic but functional take on wine storage. The takeaway? Efficiency and beauty are two sides of the same coin.