Mid-sized trendy freestanding desk dark wood floor study room photo in Valencia with white walls and no fireplace

Photo: Whitney Lyons © 2014 Houzz
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped concrete floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and white walls

Home office - contemporary dark wood floor home office idea in New York with white walls

aluminum windows, glass railing, herringbone wood floors, modern furniture, modern living, pendant light
Living room - contemporary open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room idea in Los Angeles with white walls

Inspiration for a small contemporary built-in desk light wood floor and beige floor study room remodel in Philadelphia with white walls

alanBRANDTphotography
Minimalist bathroom photo in Seattle

The task was to create an attractive, low maintenance landscape for a busy couple who are often away.
This is an example of a contemporary landscaping in Calgary.

Round custom made steel planter with Angelina sedum surrounded with acanthus and acorus. photo: grant wilds
Design ideas for a modern landscaping in Seattle.

Inspiration for a large transitional built-in desk medium tone wood floor and beige floor study room remodel in New York with white walls

Photo: James Stewart
Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen remodel in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and subway tile backsplash

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW For many, extra time at home during COVID left them wanting more from their homes. Whether you realized the shortcomings of your space or simply wanted to combat boredom, a well-designed and functional home was no longer a want, it became a need. Tina found herself wanting more from her Old Irving Park home and reached out to The Kitchen Studio about adding function to her kitchen to make the most of the available real estate. At the end of the day, there is nothing better than returning home to a bright and happy space you love. And this kitchen wasn’t that for Tina. Dark and dated, with a palette from the past and features that didn’t make the most of the available square footage, this remodel required vision and a fresh approach to the space. Lead designer, Stephanie Cole’s main design goal was better flow, while adding greater functionality with organized storage, accessible open shelving, and an overall sense of cohesion with the adjoining family room. The original kitchen featured a large pizza oven, which was rarely used, yet its footprint limited storage space. The nearby pantry had become a catch-all, lacking the organization needed in the home. The initial plan was to keep the pizza oven, but eventually Tina realized she preferred the design possibilities that came from removing this cumbersome feature, with the goal of adding function throughout the upgraded and elevated space. Eliminating the pantry added square footage and length to the kitchen for greater function and more storage. This redesigned space reflects how she lives and uses her home, as well as her love for entertaining. The kitchen features a classic, clean, and timeless palette. White cabinetry, with brass and bronze finishes, contrasts with rich wood flooring, and lets the large, deep blue island in Woodland’s custom color Harbor – a neutral, yet statement color – draw your eye. The kitchen was the main priority. In addition to updating and elevating this space, Tina wanted to maximize what her home had to offer. From moving the location of the patio door and eliminating a window to removing an existing closet in the mudroom and the cluttered pantry, the kitchen footprint grew. Once the floorplan was set, it was time to bring cohesion to her home, creating connection between the kitchen and surrounding spaces. The color palette carries into the mudroom, where we added beautiful new cabinetry, practical bench seating, and accessible hooks, perfect for guests and everyday living. The nearby bar continues the aesthetic, with stunning Carrara marble subway tile, hints of brass and bronze, and a design that further captures the vibe of the kitchen. Every home has its unique design challenges. But with a fresh perspective and a bit of creativity, there is always a way to give the client exactly what they want [and need]. In this particular kitchen, the existing soffits and high slanted ceilings added a layer of complexity to the lighting layout and upper perimeter cabinets. While a space needs to look good, it also needs to function well. This meant making the most of the height of the room and accounting for the varied ceiling features, while also giving Tina everything she wanted and more. Pendants and task lighting paired with an abundance of natural light amplify the bright aesthetic. The cabinetry layout and design compliments the soffits with subtle profile details that bring everything together. The tile selections add visual interest, drawing the eye to the focal area above the range. Glass-doored cabinets further customize the space and give the illusion of even more height within the room. While her family may be grown and out of the house, Tina was focused on adding function without sacrificing a stunning aesthetic and dreamy finishes that make the kitchen the gathering place of any home. It was time to love her kitchen again, and if you’re wondering what she loves most, it’s the niche with glass door cabinetry and open shelving for display paired with the marble mosaic backsplash over the range and complimenting hood. Each of these features is a stunning point of interest within the kitchen – both brag-worthy additions to a perimeter layout that previously felt limited and lacking. Whether your remodel is the result of special needs in your home or simply the excitement of focusing your energy on creating a fun new aesthetic, we are here for it. We love a good challenge because there is always a way to make a space better – adding function and beauty simultaneously.

Laure Joliet
Example of a mid-sized minimalist master blue tile and cement tile concrete floor freestanding bathtub design in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

Dylan Chandler
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern gender-neutral medium tone wood floor and brown floor playroom remodel in New York with beige walls

Chace Architecture was retained in the spring of 2016 to address the needs of this growing Dover family who had just had their first child. The practical task was fairly straight forward, add a master bedroom and bathroom suite, and laundry, to the second to floor. The more difficult creative task that the house presented was how to unify the segmented living spaces, and more importantly, the exterior of the home, which had been cobbled together with multiple additions throughout the years. Three years and another child later for the homeowners, I believe we designed a solution that has unified the house with one architectural character, created new connections throughout the interior of the home, and extended those connections to new exterior living spaces that will allow this family to grow in place for years to come.

Rick Mattson
Home office - coastal built-in desk dark wood floor home office idea in Orange County with white walls

Greg Premru
Home theater - large coastal open concept light wood floor home theater idea in Boston with white walls and a wall-mounted tv

Photo: Andrew Snow © 2015 Houzz
Small minimalist 3/4 powder room photo in Toronto

Chauncey Freeman :: Fifth Season LLC
Design ideas for a large asian full sun front yard landscaping for summer.

We had great fun on the time consuming task of stripping this incredible Sitting Room Cornice back to its detailed glory. Walls finished in Fair Blue Emulsion by Edward Bulmer Natural Paint.