This custom-built modern farmhouse was designed with a simple taupe and white palette, keeping the color tones neutral and calm. Tile designs by Mary-Beth Oliver. Designed and Built by Schmiedeck Construction. Photographed by Tim Lenz.

Pops of magenta and chartreuse can liven up Exclusive Plum (SW 6263) for a more energetic space.
Living room - transitional living room idea in Columbus

Mark Lohman
Claw-foot bathtub - mid-sized coastal kids' ceramic tile painted wood floor claw-foot bathtub idea in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, green cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored walls and open cabinets

Paul Finkel | Piston Design
Inspiration for a small contemporary master white tile and ceramic tile mosaic tile floor claw-foot bathtub remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and marble countertops

Reverse Shed Eichler This project is part tear-down, part remodel. The original L-shaped plan allowed the living/ dining/ kitchen wing to be completely re-built while retaining the shell of the bedroom wing virtually intact. The rebuilt entertainment wing was enlarged 50% and covered with a low-slope reverse-shed roof sloping from eleven to thirteen feet. The shed roof floats on a continuous glass clerestory with eight foot transom. Cantilevered steel frames support wood roof beams with eaves of up to ten feet. An interior glass clerestory separates the kitchen and livingroom for sound control. A wall-to-wall skylight illuminates the north wall of the kitchen/family room. New additions at the back of the house add several “sliding” wall planes, where interior walls continue past full-height windows to the exterior, complimenting the typical Eichler indoor-outdoor ceiling and floor planes. The existing bedroom wing has been re-configured on the interior, changing three small bedrooms into two larger ones, and adding a guest suite in part of the original garage. A previous den addition provided the perfect spot for a large master ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Natural materials predominate, with fir ceilings, limestone veneer fireplace walls, anigre veneer cabinets, fir sliding windows and interior doors, bamboo floors, and concrete patios and walks. Landscape design by Bernard Trainor: www.bernardtrainor.com (see “Concrete Jungle” in April 2014 edition of Dwell magazine). Microsoft Media Center installation of the Year, 2008: www.cybermanor.com/ultimate_install.html (automated shades, radiant heating system, and lights, as well as security & sound).

With tech careers to keep first-time home buyers busy Regan Baker Design Inc. was hired to update a standard two-bedroom loft into a warm and unique space with storage for days. The kitchen boasts a nine-foot aluminum rolling ladder to access those hard-to-reach places, and a farm sink is paired with a herringbone backsplash for a nice spin on the standard white kitchen. In the living room RBD warmed up the space with 17 foot dip-dyed draperies, running floor to ceiling. Key Contributers: Contractor: Elmack Construction Cabinetry: KitchenSync Photography: Kristine Franson

Inspiration for a modern home design remodel in Denver

Mitchell Shenker Photography Subway tile and niches at remodeled tub/shower area. Niches have a custom designed solid surface shelf and trim. Floor has a border designed from various tile shapes and colors.

Bathroom - modern bathroom idea in Toronto

Mid-sized trendy l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen photo with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops and an undermount sink

tom rupnicki 6 - Large and medium size NightOrbs 3 - concrete spheres
Design ideas for a traditional front yard landscaping in Philadelphia.

Jean Bai/Konstrukt Photo
Double shower - small modern master black tile and ceramic tile concrete floor and gray floor double shower idea in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, black walls and a pedestal sink

Rick Bethem
Large beach style backyard tile patio photo in Miami with a roof extension and a bbq area

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Austin with gray walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Tuscan medium tone wood floor study room photo in Miami with white walls

Pool - traditional rectangular pool idea in New York

Stunning master bath with custom tile floor and stone shower, countertops, and trim. Custom white back-lit built-ins with glass fronts, mirror-mounted polished nickel sconces, and polished nickel pendant light. Polished nickel hardware and finishes. Separate water closet with frosted glass door. Deep soaking tub with Lefroy Brooks free-standing tub mixer. Spacious marble curbless shower with glass door, rain shower, hand shower, and steam shower.