The architectural massing of the house has been wrapped around a south-facing courtyard containing a large reflecting pool with two “floating” basalt boulders. The reflecting pool gathers all the roof drainage from the house, with the downspout from the living room roof providing a 10-ft waterfall. The main living space has sweeping westerly views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. The east side of the living space is the courtyard with reflecting pool, providing a sense of intimacy and quiet in contrast to the dramatic views on the west side. Photos by Benjamin Benschneider

Dining room - coastal dining room idea in Charleston

Beach style dining room photo in Charleston

Crema Marfill Granite, Eased Edge Detail, Under Mount Sink, Glass Tile Back Splash
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Taj Mahal Polished Granite Mitered Square Edge Detail Farmhouse Sink Subway Tile
Example of a mid-sized minimalist l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Trendy brown tile powder room photo in Seattle with a wall-mount sink and a two-piece toilet

This ocean-front shingled Gambrel style house is home to a young family with little kids who lead an active, outdoor lifestyle. My goal was to create a bespoke, colorful and eclectic interior that looked sophisticated and fresh, but that was tough enough to withstand salt, sand and wet kids galore. The palette of coral and blue is an obvious choice, but we tried to translate it into a less expected, slightly updated way, hence the front door! Liberal use of indoor-outdoor fabrics created a seamless appearance while preserving the utility needed for this full time seaside residence. photo: Michael J Lee Photography

1st Place Residential Space Over 3,500 square feet Kellie McCormick, ASID McCormick and Wright
Kitchen/dining room combo - large transitional light wood floor kitchen/dining room combo idea in San Diego with white walls and no fireplace

Modern Bohemian living room | English Tudor | Rockville Centre
Inspiration for an eclectic living room remodel in New York

Kitchen - transitional dark wood floor kitchen idea in Atlanta with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, beige walls and an island

Our clients were looking to build an income property for use as a short term rental in their backyard. In order to keep maximize the available space on a limited footprint, we designed the ADU around a spiral staircase leading up to the loft bedroom. The vaulted ceiling gives the small space a much larger appearance. To provide privacy for both the renters and the homeowners, the ADU was set apart from the house with its own private entrance. The design of the ADU was done with local Pacific Northwest aesthetics in mind, including green exterior paint and a mixture of woodgrain and metal fixtures for the interior. Durability was a major concern for the homeowners. In order to minimize potential damages from renters, we selected quartz countertops and waterproof flooring. We also used a high-quality interior paint that will stand the test of time and clean easily. The end result of this project was exactly what the client was hoping for, and the rental consistently receives 5-star reviews on Airbnb.

Example of a trendy kitchen/dining room combo design in Orange County

Inspiration for a large tropical master gray tile travertine floor and beige floor drop-in bathtub remodel in Hawaii with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, green walls and a hinged shower door

Francine Fleischer Photography
Small elegant galley porcelain tile and blue floor enclosed kitchen photo in New York with white cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island, an integrated sink and flat-panel cabinets

Example of a mid-sized beach style single-wall medium tone wood floor wet bar design in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, metal backsplash and white countertops

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Inspiration for a large coastal porch remodel in Atlanta with a roof extension and a bbq area

The Carmela Fireplace Surround in Oak Barrel Honed
Transitional living room photo in San Diego with a concrete fireplace

Example of a mid-sized farmhouse white two-story wood house exterior design in Seattle

Ira Montgomery
This is an example of a large traditional gravel formal garden in Dallas.