Rob Karosis
Example of a country mudroom design in New York with beige walls and a white front door

A renovated master bathroom in this mid-century house, created a spa-like atmosphere in this small space. To maintain the clean lines, the mirror and slender shelves were recessed into an new 2x6 wall for additional storage. This enabled the wall hung toilet to be mounted in this 'double' exterior wall without protruding into the space. The horizontal lines of the custom teak vanity + recessed shelves work seamlessly with the monolithic vanity top. Tom Holdsworth Photography

These floor to ceiling book shelves double as a storage and an eye- capturing focal point that surrounds the head board, making the bed in this master bedroom, the center of attention. Learn more about Chris Ebert, the Normandy Remodeling Designer who created this space, and other projects that Chris has created: https://www.normandyremodeling.com/team/christopher-ebert Photo Credit: Normandy Remodeling

Angle Eye Photography
Inspiration for a large timeless brick floor mudroom remodel in Philadelphia with gray walls and a white front door

This project presented unique opportunities that are not often found in residential landscaping. The homeowners were not only restoring their 1840's era farmhouse, a piece of their family’s history, but also enlarging and updating the home for modern living. The landscape designers continued this idea by creating a space that is a modern day interpretation of an 1840s era farm rather then a strict recreation. The resulting design combines elements of farm living from that time, as well as acknowledging the property’s history as a horse farm, with staples of 21st century landscapes such as space for outdoor living, lighting, and newer plant varieties. Guests approach from the main driveway which winds through the property and ends at the main barn. There is secondary gated driveway just for the homeowners. Connected to this main driveway is a narrower gravel lane which leads directly to the residence. The lane passes near fruit trees planted in broken rows to give the illusion that they are the remains of an orchard that once existed on the site. The lane widens at the entrance to the gardens where there is a hitching post built into the fence that surrounds the gardens and a watering trough. The widened section is intended as a place to park a golf cart or, in a nod to the home’s past, tie up horses before entering. The gravel lane passes between two stone pillars and then ends at a square gravel court edged in cobblestones. The gravel court transitions into a wide flagstone walk bordered with yew hedges and lavender leading to the front door. Directly to the right, upon entering the gravel court, is located a gravel and cobblestone edged walk leading to a secondary entrance into the residence. The walk is gated where it connects with the gravel court to close it off so as not to confuse visitors and guests to the main residence and to emphasize the primary entrance. An area for a bench is provided along this walk to encourage stopping to view and enjoy the gardens. On either side of the front door, gravel and cobblestone walks branch off into the garden spaces. The one on the right leads to a flagstone with cobblestone border patio space. Since the home has no designated backyard like most modern suburban homes the outdoor living space had to be placed in what would traditionally be thought of as the front of the house. The patio is separated from the entrance walk by the yew hedge and further enclosed by three Amelanchiers and a variety of plantings including modern cultivars of old fashioned plants such as Itea and Hydrangea. A third entrance, the original front door to the 1840’s era section, connects to the patio from the home’s kitchen, making the space ideal for outdoor dining. The gravel and cobblestone walk branching off to the left of the front door leads to the vegetable and perennial gardens. The idea for the vegetable garden was to recreate the tradition of a kitchen garden which would have been planted close to the residence for easy access. The vegetable garden is surrounded by mixed perennial beds along the inside of the wood picket fence which surrounds the entire garden space. Another area designated for a bench is provided here to encourage stopping and viewing. The home’s original smokehouse, completely restored and used as a garden shed, provides a strong architectural focal point to the vegetable garden. Behind the smokehouse is planted lilacs and other plants to give mass and balance to the corner and help screen the garden from the neighboring subdivision. At the rear corner of the garden a wood arbor was constructed to provide a structure on which to grow grapes or other vines should the homeowners choose to. The landscape and gardens for this restored farmhouse and property are a thoughtfully designed and planned recreation of a historic landscape reinterpreted for modern living. The idea was to give a sense of timelessness when walking through the gardens as if they had been there for years but had possibly been updated and rejuvenated as lifestyles changed. The attention to materials and craftsmanship blend seamlessly with the residence and insure the gardens and landscape remain an integral part of the property. The farm has been in the homeowner’s family for many years and they are thrilled at the results and happy to see respect given to the home’s history and to its meticulous restoration.

Construction by SoCalContractor.com This curbless shower makes it easy to walk or wheel into the shower. The bench flips up if more space is needed. Safety grab bars don't have to look like a hospital. These brushed nickel bars are super stylish with engraved notching on the ends.

The gorgeous shower was designed with geometric black and white hex tile with a bleed out pattern towards the ceiling. A floating teak bench and black plumbing fixtures were installed to accent the black trim throughout.

Combining the popular 6 ft Buckingham Round Table with the Buckingham Benches creates a perfect level of comfort for outdoor dining and picnicking. The table can accept an optional umbrella to create a more relaxing atmosphere, and an optional Lazy Susan can provide all around access. The Buckingham Bench Dining Set features: 1 Buckingham Round Table, 4 Buckingham Benches. Seating up to 12. Optional cushions for the benches made with Quick Dry Foam® core and 100% solution dyed Sunbrella fabrics. Built with 100% Grade A Teak harvested from sustainable plantations in Indonesia, every piece is precision manufactured to standard specifications for commercial and residential use. Optional Teak Finishes available. Sizes: Table-71"D x 30"H; Curved Bench - 69.5 L on outside edge/52 L on Inside Edge x 24W x 36 H

Designed for versatility, this bathroom features a sleek, foldable shower seat that can be flipped up to maximize space or set down for comfort and convenience.

The 6 foot Buckingham teak bench combines architectural detail and grace with its measured sweeping curved look, level seat and sloping back for comfort. The Buckingham bench provides the perfect opportunity for social events, meetings or discussion groups to relax and have a direct exchange. Four (4) benches can be paired with the Buckingham table for a perfect partnership, with seating for 12. Optional cushions made with Quick Dry Foam® core and 100% solution dyed Sunbrella fabrics. Built with 100% Grade A Teak, harvested from sustainable plantations in Indonesia, every piece is precision manufactured to standard specifications for commercial and residential use. Optional Teak Finishes available. Size: 70 1/4" Backrest Length of curve 47 1/4" Front seat Length of curve 36 1/4" Ground to top of backrest 17 1/2" Seat Height seat depth 17" back chord 63 1/2" front cord 44" Back Radius - 7.06FT Front Radius - 4.75FT

Built for life in lasting comfort and beauty, the 6-Ft. Kuta Bench is mortise and tenon constructed from premium, plantation-grown teak. Price may vary with custom cushion and fabric choice. The Kuta Bench is also available in 6-ft. size.

The 4ft Teak Shower Bench maybe the most versatile bench we offer since it can be used at a table for extra seating, set in your entry way for changing shoes or great as a seat in the shower, only your imagination can limit its use. The mortise and tenon joinery, micro-smooth finish and exacting craftsmanship make this a favorite teak bench for many tasks. Our teak benches are built to standards that will support 325 pounds in a seated position.

Crafted from plantation-grown teak in mortise and tenon construction, the Kuta Bench is not only charming and comfortable, it's built for life. Price may vary with custom cushion and fabric choice. Shown here with Kuta Armchair and Veranda Side Table.

Anderson Teak Sakura 2-Seater Teak Bench Sakura bench is designed with the Asian characteristic's simple traditional styling which will not ever go out of style. This beautiful Asian inspired design quietly blends with any of your existing decor. Subtle but careful design changes have been made to ensure excellent back support. Place a single bench under your trees;use a group of benches and chairs for entertaining. The durable construction of this heavyweight teak bench will allow it to hold up to constant usage, making it ideal for parks, shopping centers, or any other heavily frequented area. Size: 56.5"W 23"D 35"H Nothing beats the quality, beauty and longevity of teak wood and nothing is so easy to maintain clean and good-looking as teak furniture. Wiping it off with a damp towel will remove debris and dust while a good rinsing with your garden hose will do a great job every now and then. Teak – also known as Tectona-Grandis can be left outdoors all year long and stay beautiful for decades. It can be oiled to get a saturated brown color or it can be left in its original condition (untreated) and it will over time get the pretty silvery gray which teak is so famous for. Teak does not splinter which is nice to know if you use it for flooring but this is also very comforting to know when you use it as seating and dining furniture. It is heat tolerant in the way that it remains pleasant even when left in a hot environment – unlike metal, stone and plastic. Known to resist invasions of insects this resilient timber is also frequently used for outdoor flooring. Our teak furniture is constructed out of Grade-A timber, harvested from plantation grown teak forests which is managed by the government of Indonesia. Cushions are available separately.

Anderson-Teak Hampton 3-Seat Backless Teak Bench On the Hampton 3-Seater Backless Teak Bench, the lowest point in this seat's curve is directly in the center, allowing you to sit comfortably either way. This bench is also ideal for seating at any of our rectangular dining tables or in areas where a bench with a back would be just too tall. The Hampton bench can actually embellish any setting in your garden or inside your home. It is the perfect piece of furniture to create a seating area in the kitchen for breakfast, in the entryway, in the hallway, bathroom, sauna, pool area – well, there is not such a thing as the wrong place for it. Teak furniture is very resilient, sturdy, easy to maintain and plantation grown teak is known for its beauty and longevity. This set will outlast any other outdoor furniture with its durability and sturdiness and it will be one of the best investments into your outdoor space. Size: 63"W 17"D 18"H Nothing beats the quality, beauty and longevity of teak wood and nothing is so easy to maintain clean and good-looking as teak furniture. Wiping it off with a damp towel will remove debris and dust while a good rinsing with your garden hose will do a great job every now and then. Teak – also known as Tectona-Grandis can be left outdoors all year long and stay beautiful for decades. It can be oiled to get a saturated brown color or it can be left in its original condition (untreated) and it will over time get the pretty silvery gray which teak is so famous for. Teak does not splinter which is nice to know if you use it for flooring but this is also very comforting to know when you use it as seating and dining furniture. It is heat tolerant in the way that it remains pleasant even when left in a hot environment – unlike metal, stone and plastic. Known to resist invasions of insects this resilient timber is also frequently used for outdoor flooring. Our teak furniture is constructed out of Grade-A timber, harvested from plantation grown teak forests which is managed by the government of Indonesia. Cushions are available separately.

Photography by Anna Herbst
Mid-sized transitional galley porcelain tile and gray floor mudroom photo in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and blue walls

Outdoor living room designed by Sue Oda Landscape Architect. Photo: ilumus photography & marketing Model: The Mighty Mighty Mellow, Milo McPhee, Esq.

© David Papazian
Bedroom - large transitional dark wood floor bedroom idea in Portland with beige walls and no fireplace

Alcove bathtub - small 1960s master white tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile and white floor alcove bathtub idea in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls and wood countertops