Katherine Willis Photography
Example of a mid-sized trendy ceramic tile living room design with white walls, no fireplace and no tv

Living room - contemporary open concept light wood floor living room idea in Austin with white walls, a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace

Monique Agnew, designer. Monique Agnew Architecture maarchdesign.com
Example of a trendy kitchen design in Denver with glass-front cabinets, stainless steel cabinets and an island

Photo: Jason Snyder © 2013 Houzz
Family room - contemporary family room idea

Example of a small trendy one-story and backyard metal, concrete paver and rectangular white pool house design in Boston

Jeff Herr Photography

The Mazama house is located in the Methow Valley of Washington State, a secluded mountain valley on the eastern edge of the North Cascades, about 200 miles northeast of Seattle. The house has been carefully placed in a copse of trees at the easterly end of a large meadow. Two major building volumes indicate the house organization. A grounded 2-story bedroom wing anchors a raised living pavilion that is lifted off the ground by a series of exposed steel columns. Seen from the access road, the large meadow in front of the house continues right under the main living space, making the living pavilion into a kind of bridge structure spanning over the meadow grass, with the house touching the ground lightly on six steel columns. The raised floor level provides enhanced views as well as keeping the main living level well above the 3-4 feet of winter snow accumulation that is typical for the upper Methow Valley. To further emphasize the idea of lightness, the exposed wood structure of the living pavilion roof changes pitch along its length, so the roof warps upward at each end. The interior exposed wood beams appear like an unfolding fan as the roof pitch changes. The main interior bearing columns are steel with a tapered “V”-shape, recalling the lightness of a dancer. The house reflects the continuing FINNE investigation into the idea of crafted modernism, with cast bronze inserts at the front door, variegated laser-cut steel railing panels, a curvilinear cast-glass kitchen counter, waterjet-cut aluminum light fixtures, and many custom furniture pieces. The house interior has been designed to be completely integral with the exterior. The living pavilion contains more than twelve pieces of custom furniture and lighting, creating a totality of the designed environment that recalls the idea of Gesamtkunstverk, as seen in the work of Josef Hoffman and the Viennese Secessionist movement in the early 20th century. The house has been designed from the start as a sustainable structure, with 40% higher insulation values than required by code, radiant concrete slab heating, efficient natural ventilation, large amounts of natural lighting, water-conserving plumbing fixtures, and locally sourced materials. Windows have high-performance LowE insulated glazing and are equipped with concealed shades. A radiant hydronic heat system with exposed concrete floors allows lower operating temperatures and higher occupant comfort levels. The concrete slabs conserve heat and provide great warmth and comfort for the feet. Deep roof overhangs, built-in shades and high operating clerestory windows are used to reduce heat gain in summer months. During the winter, the lower sun angle is able to penetrate into living spaces and passively warm the exposed concrete floor. Low VOC paints and stains have been used throughout the house. The high level of craft evident in the house reflects another key principle of sustainable design: build it well and make it last for many years! Photo by Benjamin Benschneider

Scott Carlisle
Tuscan kitchen photo in Birmingham with an island

Inspiration for a small coastal 3/4 dark wood floor, brown floor, single-sink and wallpaper bathroom remodel with furniture-like cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a vessel sink and glass countertops

Photo Credit: Kathleen Connally
Trendy dressing room photo in Philadelphia

Charlotte Real Estate Photos
Living room - transitional medium tone wood floor living room idea in Charlotte with blue walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Kitchen - contemporary u-shaped kitchen idea in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, paneled appliances and a peninsula

Amanda Kirkpatrick Photography
Example of a mid-sized trendy open concept straight dark wood floor staircase design in New York with white walls

Joe Fletcher Photography
Transitional kitchen photo in San Francisco

moris moreno
Large trendy master multicolored tile and mosaic tile bathroom photo in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and beige walls

Photo by: Russell Abraham
Example of a large trendy concrete floor sunroom design in San Francisco with a standard ceiling

The objective was to create a warm neutral space to later customize to a specific colour palate/preference of the end user for this new construction home being built to sell. A high-end contemporary feel was requested to attract buyers in the area. An impressive kitchen that exuded high class and made an impact on guests as they entered the home, without being overbearing. The space offers an appealing open floorplan conducive to entertaining with indoor-outdoor flow. Due to the spec nature of this house, the home had to remain appealing to the builder, while keeping a broad audience of potential buyers in mind. The challenge lay in creating a unique look, with visually interesting materials and finishes, while not being so unique that potential owners couldn’t envision making it their own. The focus on key elements elevates the look, while other features blend and offer support to these striking components. As the home was built for sale, profitability was important; materials were sourced at best value, while retaining high-end appeal. Adaptations to the home’s original design plan improve flow and usability within the kitchen-greatroom. The client desired a rich dark finish. The chosen colours tie the kitchen to the rest of the home (creating unity as combination, colours and materials, is repeated throughout). Photos- Paul Grdina

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Hannah Lloyd
Inspiration for a craftsman white tile and ceramic tile claw-foot bathtub remodel in Minneapolis with a pedestal sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets and a two-piece toilet