Inspiration for a coastal l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen remodel in San Diego with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white backsplash, an island and white countertops

Madeline Tolle
Transitional black floor mudroom photo in Philadelphia with gray walls and a white front door

Jeff Herr
Example of a mid-sized transitional freestanding desk dark wood floor study room design in Atlanta with black walls

[Our Clients] We were so excited to help these new homeowners re-envision their split-level diamond in the rough. There was so much potential in those walls, and we couldn’t wait to delve in and start transforming spaces. Our primary goal was to re-imagine the main level of the home and create an open flow between the space. So, we started by converting the existing single car garage into their living room (complete with a new fireplace) and opening up the kitchen to the rest of the level. [Kitchen] The original kitchen had been on the small side and cut-off from the rest of the home, but after we removed the coat closet, this kitchen opened up beautifully. Our plan was to create an open and light filled kitchen with a design that translated well to the other spaces in this home, and a layout that offered plenty of space for multiple cooks. We utilized clean white cabinets around the perimeter of the kitchen and popped the island with a spunky shade of blue. To add a real element of fun, we jazzed it up with the colorful escher tile at the backsplash and brought in accents of brass in the hardware and light fixtures to tie it all together. Through out this home we brought in warm wood accents and the kitchen was no exception, with its custom floating shelves and graceful waterfall butcher block counter at the island. [Dining Room] The dining room had once been the home’s living room, but we had other plans in mind. With its dramatic vaulted ceiling and new custom steel railing, this room was just screaming for a dramatic light fixture and a large table to welcome one-and-all. [Living Room] We converted the original garage into a lovely little living room with a cozy fireplace. There is plenty of new storage in this space (that ties in with the kitchen finishes), but the real gem is the reading nook with two of the most comfortable armchairs you’ve ever sat in. [Master Suite] This home didn’t originally have a master suite, so we decided to convert one of the bedrooms and create a charming suite that you’d never want to leave. The master bathroom aesthetic quickly became all about the textures. With a sultry black hex on the floor and a dimensional geometric tile on the walls we set the stage for a calm space. The warm walnut vanity and touches of brass cozy up the space and relate with the feel of the rest of the home. We continued the warm wood touches into the master bedroom, but went for a rich accent wall that elevated the sophistication level and sets this space apart. [Hall Bathroom] The floor tile in this bathroom still makes our hearts skip a beat. We designed the rest of the space to be a clean and bright white, and really let the lovely blue of the floor tile pop. The walnut vanity cabinet (complete with hairpin legs) adds a lovely level of warmth to this bathroom, and the black and brass accents add the sophisticated touch we were looking for. [Office] We loved the original built-ins in this space, and knew they needed to always be a part of this house, but these 60-year-old beauties definitely needed a little help. We cleaned up the cabinets and brass hardware, switched out the formica counter for a new quartz top, and painted wall a cheery accent color to liven it up a bit. And voila! We have an office that is the envy of the neighborhood.

Tracy Yohe
Example of a large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Casey Dunn
Home office library - mid-sized contemporary freestanding desk medium tone wood floor and beige floor home office library idea in Austin with white walls and no fireplace

Alise O'Brien
Bathroom - large traditional master marble floor and white floor bathroom idea in St Louis with white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, white countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

Custom two-tone kitchen with White Carrara counters and backsplash, and stainless steel appliances Goran Kosanovic
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen remodel in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in New York

We created a light fixture (based on Lindsay Adelman's You Make It) and had it plated copper to coordinate with the lovely copper chairs. Both metal pieces were not sealed and allow the natural patina and fingerprints to add interesting texture and warmth. The shades were of a natural material and allow light to pass through for an airy feel but diffuse it enough to avoid a harsh glare. © scott benedict | practical(ly) studios

Beautify your bed's legs with these darling gold-dipped furniture shoes from Prettypegs. Switch shoes for a quick and affordable seasonal swap-out.

Photo by Michele Lee Willson
Example of a mid-sized mid-century modern u-shaped cork floor kitchen/dining room combo design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Renee Alexander
Example of a mid-sized transitional galley brown floor and dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Mid-sized trendy master gray tile, white tile and marble tile marble floor and white floor alcove shower photo in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops and a hinged shower door

Cooking for Two Location: Plymouth, MN, United States Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg Photography
Mid-sized elegant l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This open living and kitchen view in the Hudson Bayou contemporary spec home was staged by iStage Homes to highlight the seamless flow between gathering spaces. A modern sectional with bright accent pillows anchors the living area, while the kitchen island with bar seating creates a natural focal point for entertaining. The staging emphasizes light, scale, and functionality—helping buyers envision comfortable modern living in this newly built Sarasota home.

Large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen photo with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, granite countertops and mosaic tile backsplash

Nora Best
Example of a country galley dark wood floor kitchen design with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, brick backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Interior Design by Blackband Design, Home Build by Graystone Custom Builders, Photography by Ryan Garvin
Example of a mid-sized beach style light wood floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Orange County with white walls