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Transitional kitchen photo in Salt Lake City

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Example of a small transitional enclosed dark wood floor living room design in Toronto with black walls

959 Banbury Drive, Mundelein IL 60060. Located in the Loch Lomond subdivsion. Elizabeth Splitt
Deck - traditional deck idea in Chicago

Inspiration for an eclectic family room remodel in Malmo

959 Banbury Drive, Mundelein IL 60060. Located in the Loch Lomond subdivsion. Elizabeth Splitt
Traditional exterior home idea in Chicago

When we drove out to Mukilteo for our initial consultation, we immediately fell in love with this house. With its tall ceilings, eclectic mix of wood, glass and steel, and gorgeous view of the Puget Sound, we quickly nicknamed this project "The Mukilteo Gem". Our client, a cook and baker, did not like her existing kitchen. The main points of issue were short runs of available counter tops, lack of storage and shortage of light. So, we were called in to implement some big, bold ideas into a small footprint kitchen with big potential. We completely changed the layout of the room by creating a tall, built-in storage wall and a continuous u-shape counter top. Early in the project, we took inventory of every item our clients wanted to store in the kitchen and ensured that every spoon, gadget, or bowl would have a dedicated "home" in their new kitchen. The finishes were meticulously selected to ensure continuity throughout the house. We also played with the color scheme to achieve a bold yet natural feel.This kitchen is a prime example of how color can be used to both make a statement and project peace and balance simultaneously. While busy at work on our client's kitchen improvement, we also updated the entry and gave the homeowner a modern laundry room with triple the storage space they originally had. End result: ecstatic clients and a very happy design team. That's what we call a big success! John Granen.

Kitchen - transitional kitchen idea in Toronto

Photograph by Pete Sieger
Mid-sized farmhouse red two-story wood gable roof photo in Minneapolis

A visually sumptuous idea book, showcasing an eclectic array of interior design possibilities using salvaged goods. Following up on her celebrated first Salvage Secrets book, which Fine Homebuilding called “An invaluable first step in the salvage-for-design journey,” here salvage design guru Joanne Palmisano takes readers further, exploring a wealth of smaller-scale interior design and decor concepts. Bottle caps turned into a kitchen backsplash, old bed springs reinvented as candle holders, and a recycled shipping container-turned-guesthouse are just a few examples of the innovative repurposing of second-hand items that readers will discover. From retro and modern to classic, “cottage,” and urban chic, Palmisano takes readers on a sumptuous visual journey featuring unique salvage ideas in an eclectic array of styles, for every room in the house—kitchens and dining rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms, living rooms and dens, and entryways and outdoor areas. The journey continues with a sampling of cutting-edge retail spaces, hotels, cafes, and boutiques across the country that incorporate salvage into their designs, such as Industrie Denim in San Francisco, Stowe Mountain Lodge in Stowe, Vermont, and Rejuvenation in Portland. Profiles of thirteen “salvage success stories” are also included, showcasing the imaginative designs of creative homeowners. And lastly, fourteen easy, do-it-yourself projects are included at the back of the book (with step-by-step instructions), not to mention a comprehensive “Where to Find Salvage” resource section. Packed with over 350 color photos, Salvage Secrets Design & Decor offers a trove of salvage ideas to inspire, proving that you need look no further than your local rebuild center, architectural salvage shop, or flea market to transform your living space. Susan Teare Photography Book: Salvage Secrets Design & Décor Kitchen Design: Jane Coslick

959 Banbury Drive, Mundelein IL 60060. Located in the Loch Lomond subdivsion. Elizabeth Splitt
Traditional exterior home idea in Chicago

Photography by Chase Daniel
Example of a huge tuscan white two-story mixed siding gable roof design in Austin with a mixed material roof

Muted gold decor on a silver mirrored accent table. Photo Credit: Shannon Constantine Photography (www.shannonconstantinephotography.com)
Living room - small transitional living room idea in Toronto

Inspiration for a coastal entryway remodel in San Francisco

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Staircase - modern staircase idea in New York

This vacant room was furnished for staging purposes The colour scheme was based on the available wall art. Photo Credit: C Trudell (Lead Interior Stylist)

Success Floors LLC
Inspiration for a modern staircase remodel in New York

The client asked us to create a low maintenance, highly functional front entry to this beachfront retreat. As with most beach homes, guest parking is critical and creating an easy to navigate parking area is paramount to design success. We chose to maximize the front yard without turning it into a parking lot. Native crushed stone parking pads surrounded by sun loving, drought tolerant plants create exactly what the client was looking for.

A corner vignette in a guest bedroom with vintage luggage and inviting accent pillows. Photo Credit: Cheryl Trudell, Interior Stylist of HS4S
Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Toronto