You can thank Bartels for taking the barn door out of the barn and placing them into homes and offices worldwide. Introducing the original stainless modern barn door hardware, we continue to feature only the highest quality products on the market today. One-of-a-kind and unconventionally modern barn doors will prove to be transformative within any space. Dare to be original with us!

This adult lifestyle backyard proves beyond doubt that small can be beautiful. The owner is an avid gardener and wanted to have room to entertain small groups yet maintain enough space for lush plantings with an elegant feel.

Inspiration for a small coastal 3/4 ceramic tile alcove shower remodel in Boston with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet and gray walls

Photo by Jack Thompson

Taller traditional white cabinets replace the outdated oak. The homeowner kept their white appliances proving that you don't always need to have stainless steel to give your kitchen an upgraded look.

About five years ago, these homeowners saw the potential in a brick-and-oak-heavy, wallpaper-bedecked, 1990s-in-all-the-wrong-ways home tucked in a wooded patch among fields somewhere between Indianapolis and Bloomington. Their first project with SYH was a kitchen remodel, a total overhaul completed by JL Benton Contracting, that added color and function for this family of three (not counting the cats). A couple years later, they were knocking on our door again to strip the ensuite bedroom of its ruffled valences and red carpet—a bold choice that ran right into the bathroom (!)—and make it a serene retreat. Color and function proved the goals yet again, and JL Benton was back to make the design reality. The clients thoughtfully chose to maximize their budget in order to get a whole lot of bells and whistles—details that undeniably change their daily experience of the space. The fantastic zero-entry shower is composed of handmade tile from Heath Ceramics of California. A window where the was none, a handsome teak bench, thoughtful niches, and Kohler fixtures in vibrant brushed nickel finish complete the shower. Custom mirrors and cabinetry by Stoll’s Woodworking, in both the bathroom and closet, elevate the whole design. What you don't see: heated floors, which everybody needs in Indiana. Contractor: JL Benton Contracting Cabinetry: Stoll's Woodworking Photographer: Michiko Owaki

Custom Cabinets with built in butcher block countertop with garbage access through counter. Garbage/recycling cabinet. Lazy susan and base cabinets with roll out trays. TV viewing. Photo: Cole Photography

Jethany Lee, CKD & James Yochum Photography
Kitchen - large traditional dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Transitional kitchen photo in Houston

Aquatica True Ofuro Black Freestanding Stone Japanese Soaking Bathtub Since it was first introduced, Aquatica’s Ofuro series has proved very popular, due in large part to its inspiration – the ancient traditions of Japanese bathing. Modern-day bathers love the ability to sit and soak in this superb, contemporary interpretation of olden-style Japanese wooden tub, which provides bathers with a perfectly designed, sculpted bath with internal seat and elevated rim for neck and head support, in which they can immerse themselves up to their neck. Now, the True Ofuro offers bath lovers one more exciting option – the choice of Graphite Black using our award-winning and ground-breaking AquateX™ solid surface composite, around which to create your stunning new bathroom décor. Ofuro is also available with an optional inline water heater and digital control panel with temperature display, which will reduce water consumption and provide for a prolonged soaking experience at very comfortable temperatures. Thanks to the AquateX™ material, this Japanese soaking tub retains heat for much longer and has a silky and smooth surface. Besides being one of our most space conscious bathtubs, the freestanding and petite construction of this Japanese style bathtub means that it can be installed pretty much anywhere in your bathroom.

An open floor plan between the Kitchen, Dining, and Living areas is thoughtfully divided by sliding barn doors, providing both visual and acoustic separation. The rear screened porch and grilling area located off the Kitchen become the focal point for outdoor entertaining and relaxing. Custom cabinetry and millwork throughout are a testament to the talents of the builder, with the project proving how design-build relationships between builder and architect can thrive given similar design mindsets and passions for the craft of homebuilding.

Nat Rea Photography
Example of a transitional master white tile freestanding bathtub design in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white walls

Example of a large island style marble floor and multicolored floor double front door design in Miami with white walls and a dark wood front door

A display wall for all of Blake's lego creations. He even has room for acrylic shelves to builld on his collection. Photography by John Woodcock
Example of a small and bedroom trendy boy dark wood floor kids' bedroom design in Phoenix with multicolored walls

This home was featured in the July 2011 issue of “Log Cabin Homes.” It proves efficiency doesn’t have to be sacrificed when designing grand elegance. Even with its cathedral ceilings and many windows it earned a 5 Star Plus Energy Star® rating. http://www.coventryloghomes.com/ourDesigns/craftsmanSeries/BearRock/model.html Roger Wade

Fantasy Brown Quartzite Countertops and Blue Glass Tortuga Backsplash Tile proved by DSF Granite & Tile Interior Design: Your Space, Our Design
Example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped porcelain tile and beige floor eat-in kitchen design with an undermount sink, quartzite countertops, blue backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, raised-panel cabinets and white cabinets

This home was featured in the July 2011 issue of “Log Cabin Homes.” It proves efficiency doesn’t have to be sacrificed when designing grand elegance. Even with its cathedral ceilings and many windows it earned a 5 Star Plus Energy Star® rating. http://www.coventryloghomes.com/ourDesigns/craftsmanSeries/BearRock/model.html Roger Wade

This ProVia fiberglass door with privacy glass & sidelites proved to be the perfect fit for the home of our client, Keith. ProVia fiberglass doors imitate the look of wood while offering an insulated core and weather-stripping. They are incredibly low-maintenance and won’t rust, rot or deteriorate; this makes them an excellent choice for extreme climates.

Davonport https://www.ideasforliving.co.uk/davonport-kitchen-case-study-green/