Christel Leung
Inspiration for a small modern full sun backyard concrete paver formal garden in San Francisco.

Living room - large transitional formal and open concept porcelain tile and brown floor living room idea in Miami with beige walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Preferred Pools Inc.
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard concrete and rectangular lap hot tub remodel in Dallas

Example of a small trendy white one-story mixed siding gable roof design in Austin with a metal roof

Inspiration for a mediterranean kitchen remodel in Dallas

David Lauer Photography
Mid-sized trendy backyard patio photo in Denver with a pergola

Stacy Zarin-Goldberg
Mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and gray countertops

Andrew Rugge/archphoto
Example of a mid-sized transitional master beige tile and porcelain tile gray floor and porcelain tile corner shower design in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount tub and beige walls

A 1927 colonial home in Shaker Heights, Ohio, received a breathtaking renovation that required extensive work, transforming it from a tucked away, utilitarian space, to an all-purpose gathering room, a role that most kitchens embrace in a home today. The scope of work changed over the course of the project, starting more minimalistically and then quickly becoming the main focus of the house's remodeling, resulting in a staircase being relocated and walls being torn down to create an inviting focal point to the home where family and friends could connect. The focus of the functionality was to allow for multiple prep areas with the inclusion of two islands and sinks, two eating areas (one for impromptu snacking and small meals of younger family members and friends on island no. two and a built-in bench seat for everyday meals in the immediate family). The kitchen was equipped with all Subzero and Wolf appliances, including a 48" range top with a 12" griddle, two double ovens, a 42" built-in side by side refrigerator and freezer, a microwave drawer on island no. one and a beverage center and icemaker in island no. two. The aesthetic feeling embraces the architectural feel of the home while adding a modern sensibility with the revamped layout and graphic elements that tie the color palette of whites, chocolate and charcoal. The cabinets were custom made and outfitted with beaded inset doors with a Shaker panel frame and finished in Benjamin Moore's OC-17 White Dove, a soft white that allowed for the kitchen to feel warm while still maintaining its brightness. Accents of walnut were added to create a sense of warmth, including a custom premium grade walnut countertop on island no. one from Brooks Custom and a TV cabinet with a doggie feeding station beneath. Bringing the cabinet line to the 8'6" ceiling height helps the room feel taller and bold light fixtures at the islands and eating area add detail to an otherwise simpler ceiling detail. The 1 1/4" countertops feature Calacatta Gold Marble with an ogee edge detail. Special touches on the interiors include secret storage panels, an appliance garage, breadbox, pull-out drawers behind the cabinet doors and all soft-close hinges and drawer glides. A kneading area was made as a part of island no. one for the homeowners' love of baking, complete with a stone top allowing for dough to stay cool. Baskets beneath store kitchen essentials that need air circulation. The room adjacent to the kitchen was converted to a hearth room (from a formal dining room) to extend the kitchen's living space and allow for a natural spillover for family and guests to spill into. Jason Miller, Pixelate

Inspiration for a timeless pool remodel in Dallas

This secondary staircase and mud area highlighted with wool carpet by Kane. The bench seating is lined with stained bead board creating a warm entrance from the carriage house.

An amazing place to sit and enjoy the views of the lake. Custom lighting hangs perfectly from the traditional timber truss. Photos: Copyright Heidi Long, Longview Studios, Inc.

This existing sleeping porch was reworked into a stunning Mid Century bathroom complete with geometric shapes that add interest and texture. Rich woods add warmth to the black and white tiles. Wood tile was installed on the shower walls and pick up on the wood vanity and Asian-inspired custom built armoire.

James Stewart
Small trendy porcelain tile open concept kitchen photo in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, white backsplash, glass sheet backsplash and an island