Transitional style is the new classic in home design and Masonite expects it to stay for a while — after all, it’s a timeless aesthetic that’s easily updated and personalized. Transitional style is simple with touches of warmth conveyed through neutral or soft tones and touches of gold. It has mass appeal with men and women alike and is an easy solution for those who find Modern too cold and Traditional too stuffy.

Kitchen - 1960s kitchen idea in Austin

The garden 3 weeks after planting, on a foggy day. Photo by Steve Masley
Inspiration for a timeless deck container garden remodel in San Francisco

Our clients came to us because they were tired of looking at the side of their neighbor’s house from their master bedroom window! Their 1959 Dallas home had worked great for them for years, but it was time for an update and reconfiguration to make it more functional for their family. They were looking to open up their dark and choppy space to bring in as much natural light as possible in both the bedroom and bathroom. They knew they would need to reconfigure the master bathroom and bedroom to make this happen. They were thinking the current bedroom would become the bathroom, but they weren’t sure where everything else would go. This is where we came in! Our designers were able to create their new floorplan and show them a 3D rendering of exactly what the new spaces would look like. The space that used to be the master bedroom now consists of the hallway into their new master suite, which includes a new large walk-in closet where the washer and dryer are now located. From there, the space flows into their new beautiful, contemporary bathroom. They decided that a bathtub wasn’t important to them but a large double shower was! So, the new shower became the focal point of the bathroom. The new shower has contemporary Marine Bone Electra cement hexagon tiles and brushed bronze hardware. A large bench, hidden storage, and a rain shower head were must-have features. Pure Snow glass tile was installed on the two side walls while Carrara Marble Bianco hexagon mosaic tile was installed for the shower floor. For the main bathroom floor, we installed a simple Yosemite tile in matte silver. The new Bellmont cabinets, painted naval, are complemented by the Greylac marble countertop and the Brainerd champagne bronze arched cabinet pulls. The rest of the hardware, including the faucet, towel rods, towel rings, and robe hooks, are Delta Faucet Trinsic, in a classic champagne bronze finish. To finish it off, three 14” Classic Possini Euro Ludlow wall sconces in burnished brass were installed between each sheet mirror above the vanity. In the space that used to be the master bathroom, all of the furr downs were removed. We replaced the existing window with three large windows, opening up the view to the backyard. We also added a new door opening up into the main living room, which was totally closed off before. Our clients absolutely love their cool, bright, contemporary bathroom, as well as the new wall of windows in their master bedroom, where they are now able to enjoy their beautiful backyard!

Inspiration for a mid-sized 1960s 3/4 multicolored tile and mosaic tile bathroom remodel in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

Thoughtful design and details create multiple functional spaces that add purpose to a small room • Adriatic Mist finish creates a neutral, textural backdrop. • Modern miter door fronts add a polished look that is both elegant and contemporary • Brushed nickel hardware refines the design • Puck lighting illuminates work spaces and highlights display items • Glass shelves showcase collectibles and tools • Wrapping paper rails provide easy access and an orderly display • Fusion Track Wall System with accessory hooks offer storage for supplies • A magnetic marker board allows easy access to notes • An aluminum door frame with etched linear glass adds design interest

Drew Rice, Red Pants Studio
Transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

The Ross Peak Great Room Guillotine Fireplace is the perfect focal point for this contemporary room. The guillotine fireplace door consists of a custom formed brass mesh door, providing a geometric element when the door is closed. The fireplace surround is Natural Etched Steel, with a complimenting brass mantle. Shown with custom niche for Fireplace Tools.

The Ross Peak Great Room Guillotine Fireplace is the perfect focal point for this contemporary room. The guillotine fireplace door consists of a custom formed brass mesh door, providing a geometric element when the door is closed. The fireplace surround is Natural Etched Steel, with a complimenting brass mantle. Shown with custom niche for Fireplace Tools.

Transitional kitchen photo in Minneapolis

The 6' Dark Copper Bamboo Gardenfall is one of a family of Asian-inspired water fountains which create a calm and relaxing atmosphere wherever you place them. While often classified as indoor water fountains, these water features are just as attractive and durable outdoors. They feature a dark copper powder coat finish and tempered glass with an etched design of a bamboo tree. These fountains also feature a halogen accent light that makes the bamboo design really stand out, especially in semi-darkness. Water fountains and relaxation go hand in hand, and this model will certainly do its part to create a serene, peaceful atmosphere. The center mount design allows you to view the gently falling water from either side and the adjustable flow valve lets you adjust the rate of waterfall to match your mood. The sound of the water hitting the decorative rocks will wash your cares away. The 6' Dark Copper Bamboo Gardenfall water fountain is easy to install. It comes with everything you need, from the submersible pump and in-line filter to the polished river rocks. It requires no special tools and can be up and running in 30 minutes or less. Never before has it been so easy to introduce elegance, peace and tranquility into your home or office.

The Ross Peak Great Room Guillotine Fireplace is the perfect focal point for this contemporary room. The guillotine fireplace door consists of a custom formed brass mesh door, providing a geometric element when the door is closed. The fireplace surround is Natural Etched Steel, with a complimenting brass mantle. Shown with custom niche for Fireplace Tools.

The Ross Peak Great Room Guillotine Fireplace is the perfect focal point for this contemporary room. The guillotine fireplace door consists of a custom formed brass mesh door, providing a geometric element when the door is closed. The fireplace surround is Natural Etched Steel, with a complimenting brass mantle. Shown with custom niche for Fireplace Tools.

Glass mosaic tile backsplash reflected in the induction cooktop. Photo Credit - Christopher Stark
Example of a mid-century modern kitchen design in San Francisco

The Ross Peak Great Room Guillotine Fireplace is the perfect focal point for this contemporary room. The guillotine fireplace door consists of a custom formed brass mesh door, providing a geometric element when the door is closed. The fireplace surround is Natural Etched Steel, with a complimenting brass mantle. Shown with custom niche for Fireplace Tools.

with Yunker/Asmus Architecture, Inc. Photography by Karen Melvin
Trendy l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel countertops, metallic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, metal backsplash and an island

“A Powder Room with Personality” by designer: Scott Sanders Photo by Nickolas Sargent www.sargentphoto.com Tucked between the piano nobile gallery and dining room of this year’s imposing townhouse, designer Scott Sanders chose a decidedly masculine, “gentleman’s library” aesthetic for the essential powder room. It is both tailored yet moody, with distinctive elements carefully selected to insure appeal to either sex. Experienced solo or a deux, as so many powder rooms are, this jewel box is the perfect place to escape from the maddening crowd to exchange a bit of gossip, touch up lipstick or straighten a tie, discretely respond to a text message or, quite frankly, answer nature’s call. The walls are covered in de Gournay’s new bas relief “Labrado” wallpaper, which has been hand painted to replicate the look of tooled Moroccan leather. Kohler fixtures in dramatic black with chic “Pinstripe” fittings in brushed bronze respond perfectly to the traditions of classic Park Avenue elegance, along with deluxe crocodile accessories. Extraordinary photography and fine art, includingHarry Benson’s iconic 1964 shot of the Beatles’ Pillow Fight at the Plaza Hotel and a pair of exquisite 18th century Goya etchings, complete the composition.

Decorative Stone Taking decorative stone to new heights, Tracciato blurs the line between decoration and fine art. Handcrafted in a small workshop in the Veneto region of Italy, each tile is carefully etched to create a dimensional relief that is accented with hand-applied gold or silver leaf. These stunning tiles will certainly be a treasured element of any home they grace. Usage: Residential: Interior walls, bathroom walls and kitchen backsplash. Only Biancone 12"x24" can be used for flooring. Not recommended for showers or other areas that experience regular moisture. Commercial: Interior Walls in dry areas. See Tools | Usage Guide for more details. For more information on Tracciato, please visit http://walkerzanger.com/collections/products.php?view=mat&mat=Decorative%20Stone&coll=Tracciato

Crystal Imagery provided custom personalized barware that is deeply carved using our unique sand-carving method. This method produces a 3D, deep-relief finish that can't be matched by engraved or etched glassware producers. Choose from crystal barware including whiskey, bourbon, scotch, wine, beer and cocktail glasses. Choose from our monograms or allow us to carve your own logo or artwork into the glass.