Susan Jones
Bathroom - mid-century modern blue tile and porcelain tile bathroom idea in Miami

Architect: Stephen Verner and Aleck Wilson Architects / Designer: Caitlin Jones Design / Photography: Paul Dyer
Large elegant master gray tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor and gray floor alcove shower photo in San Francisco with white walls, an undermount tub, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door and marble countertops

Design: H2D Architecture + Design Build: Crescent Builds Photos: Rafael Soldi
Example of a small transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Seattle with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

This remodel went from a tiny story-and-a-half Cape Cod, to a charming full two-story home. The Master Bathroom has a custom built double vanity with plenty of built-in storage between the sinks and in the recessed medicine cabinet. The walls are done in a Sherwin Williams wallpaper from the Come Home to People's Choice Black & White collection, number 491-2670. The custom vanity is Benjamin Moore in Simply White OC-117, with a Bianco Cararra Marble top. Space Plans, Building Design, Interior & Exterior Finishes by Anchor Builders. Photography by Alyssa Lee Photography.

This expansive Victorian had tremendous historic charm but hadn’t seen a kitchen renovation since the 1950s. The homeowners wanted to take advantage of their views of the backyard and raised the roof and pushed the kitchen into the back of the house, where expansive windows could allow southern light into the kitchen all day. A warm historic gray/beige was chosen for the cabinetry, which was contrasted with character oak cabinetry on the appliance wall and bar in a modern chevron detail. Kitchen Design: Sarah Robertson, Studio Dearborn Architect: Ned Stoll, Interior finishes Tami Wassong Interiors

Photo: K. Priscilla Jones
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized country l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, soapstone countertops, black appliances, an island, multicolored backsplash and beaded inset cabinets

Inspiration for a contemporary master bathroom remodel in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The Klimala’s and their three kids are no strangers to moving, this being their fifth house in the same town over the 20-year period they have lived there. “It must be the 7-year itch, because every seven years, we seem to find ourselves antsy for a new project or a new environment. I think part of it is being a designer, I see my own taste evolve and I want my environment to reflect that. Having easy access to wonderful tradesmen and a knowledge of the process makes it that much easier”. This time, Klimala’s fell in love with a somewhat unlikely candidate. The 1950’s ranch turned cape cod was a bit of a mutt, but it’s location 5 minutes from their design studio and backing up to the high school where their kids can roll out of bed and walk to school, coupled with the charm of its location on a private road and lush landscaping made it an appealing choice for them. “The bones of the house were really charming. It was typical 1,500 square foot ranch that at some point someone added a second floor to. Its sloped roofline and dormered bedrooms gave it some charm.” With the help of architect Maureen McHugh, Klimala’s gutted and reworked the layout to make the house work for them. An open concept kitchen and dining room allows for more frequent casual family dinners and dinner parties that linger. A dingy 3-season room off the back of the original house was insulated, given a vaulted ceiling with skylights and now opens up to the kitchen. This room now houses an 8’ raw edge white oak dining table and functions as an informal dining room. “One of the challenges with these mid-century homes is the 8’ ceilings. I had to have at least one room that had a higher ceiling so that’s how we did it” states Klimala. The kitchen features a 10’ island which houses a 5’0” Galley Sink. The Galley features two faucets, and double tiered rail system to which accessories such as cutting boards and stainless steel bowls can be added for ease of cooking. Across from the large sink is an induction cooktop. “My two teen daughters and I enjoy cooking, and the Galley and induction cooktop make it so easy.” A wall of tall cabinets features a full size refrigerator, freezer, double oven and built in coffeemaker. The area on the opposite end of the kitchen features a pantry with mirrored glass doors and a beverage center below. The rest of the first floor features an entry way, a living room with views to the front yard’s lush landscaping, a family room where the family hangs out to watch TV, a back entry from the garage with a laundry room and mudroom area, one of the home’s four bedrooms and a full bath. There is a double sided fireplace between the family room and living room. The home features pops of color from the living room’s peach grass cloth to purple painted wall in the family room. “I’m definitely a traditionalist at heart but because of the home’s Midcentury roots, I wanted to incorporate some of those elements into the furniture, lighting and accessories which also ended up being really fun. We are not formal people so I wanted a house that my kids would enjoy, have their friends over and feel comfortable.” The second floor houses the master bedroom suite, two of the kids’ bedrooms and a back room nicknamed “the library” because it has turned into a quiet get away area where the girls can study or take a break from the rest of the family. The area was originally unfinished attic, and because the home was short on closet space, this Jack and Jill area off the girls’ bedrooms houses two large walk-in closets and a small sitting area with a makeup vanity. “The girls really wanted to keep the exposed brick of the fireplace that runs up the through the space, so that’s what we did, and I think they feel like they are in their own little loft space in the city when they are up there” says Klimala. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

White Cabinet, Caesarstone Quartz Reflection, Circle Glass Tile Boarder, Glass Mosaic Backsplash, Chrome Fixtures, Porcelain Tile Shower, Porcelain Tile Floor, Soap Niche, Blue Wall

Susan Teare
Example of a trendy shower curtain design in Providence

Maple Cabinet w/ Allspice Stain, Typhoon Bordeaux Granite Counter top, Deco Tile Tub Skirt, Oil Rubbed Bronze Bath Fixtures, Porcelain Tile Shower, Rain Shower,Glass Mosaic Backsplash, Porcelain Tile Floors, Soap Niches, Handheld Shower, Deck Mount Tub Filler, Frameless Shower Enclosure, Tile Boarder in Shower

Mid-sized transitional powder room photo in Other with white cabinets, blue walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and white countertops

Carolyn Bates Photography
Example of a small mountain style black tile medium tone wood floor bathroom design in Burlington with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble countertops and a two-piece toilet

Dark Maple Cabinet, Slab Door Cabinets, Quartz Counter top, Square Sink, Glass Mosaic Backsplash, Porcelain Tile Floors, Glass Tile Shower, Bench Seat, Steam Shower, Pebble Shower Floor, Built-in Tub with Quartz Surrounds, Framed Mirror, Glass ball Pendants, Chrome Bath Fixtures, Soap Niches, Handheld Shower, Deck Mount Tub Filler, Frameless Shower Enclosure, Tile Boarder in Shower

Dark Maple Cabinet, Quartz Counter top, Square Sink, Glass Mosaic Backsplash, Porcelain Tile Floors, Porcelain Tile Shower, Bench Seat, Free Standing Tub, Framed Mirror, Sconces, Chrome Bath Fixtures, Soap Niches, Handheld Shower, Deck Mount Tub Filler, Frameless Shower Enclosure, Tile Boarder in Shower

Andrew Pitzer Photography
Inspiration for a small timeless u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Brantley Photography
Example of a trendy brown tile brown floor powder room design in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, brown walls, an integrated sink and multicolored countertops