Inspiration for a mediterranean concrete floor bedroom remodel in Mumbai with gray walls

photo credit: Paul Dyer
Mid-sized trendy kitchen photo in San Francisco

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Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master blue tile marble floor and gray floor alcove shower remodel in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a one-piece toilet, blue walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and a hinged shower door

The Owners of a home that had been consumed by the moving dunes of Lake Michigan wanted a home that would not only stand the test of aesthetic time, but survive the vicissitudes of the environment. With the assistance of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality as well as the consulting civil engineer and the City of Grand Haven Zoning Department, a soil stabilization site plan was developed based on raising the new home’s main floor elevation by almost three feet, implementing erosion studies, screen walls and planting indigenous, drought tolerant xeriscaping. The screen walls, as well as the low profile of the home and the use of sand trapping marrum beachgrass all help to create a wind shadow buffer around the home and reduce blowing sand erosion and accretion. The Owners wanted to minimize the stylistic baggage which consumes most “cottage” residences, and with the Architect created a home with simple lines focused on the view and the natural environment. Sustainable energy requirements on a budget directed the design decisions regarding the SIPs panel insulation, energy systems, roof shading, other insulation systems, lighting and detailing. Easily constructed and linear, the home harkens back to mid century modern pavilions with present day environmental sensitivities and harmony with the site. James Yochum

Hispania Fieldstone Firepit with Granite Paving Photo by Neil Landino Bring the indoors out and transform your backyard into an open air retreat. You can add a single element like a fire pit or create an entire outdoor oasis complete with fireplace, pizza oven and outdoor kitchen. Either way, you can extend your outdoor season and your family and friends will never say no to an invitation.

Inspiration for a tropical shade courtyard gravel garden path in Other for summer.

Example of a transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Trendy medium tone wood floor and brown floor home studio photo in Detroit with white walls

Example of a minimalist galley concrete floor and gray floor utility room design in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood countertops and a concealed washer/dryer

This room was all about making it up to the younger son! By that I mean his brother has the killer view. Given that he’s into the outdoors as much as his parents, we decided to bring the outdoors in to him and ordered up a 10’ cedar tree and configured a custom hammock to hang from it. He also got the trap door in this closet, but I think you already know about that!

Kids treehouse on Orcas Island WA. All lumber donated by local saw mill.
Small mountain style shed photo in Seattle

Example of a transitional black floor powder room design in Detroit with open cabinets, black cabinets, multicolored walls, an undermount sink, black countertops and a freestanding vanity

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Photos by William Quarles Designed by Interior Consultations Built by Robert Paige Cabinetry Architect Tyler Smyth
Large trendy master porcelain tile drop-in bathtub photo in Charleston with marble countertops, a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets and beige walls

This room was all about making it up to the younger son! By that I mean his brother has the killer view. Given that he’s into the outdoors as much as his parents, we decided to bring the outdoors in to him and ordered up a 10’ cedar tree and configured a custom hammock to hang from it. He also got the trap door in this closet, but I think you already know about that!

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Living room - huge contemporary living room idea in New Orleans with white walls

Designed by: Marco Romani, RLA - Landscape Architect
Elegant backyard stone patio photo in Chicago with a fire pit

Example of a farmhouse l-shaped dedicated laundry room design in Sacramento with an undermount sink, white cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and shaker cabinets

Remodeled bathroom in rustic one bedroom one bath cabin was completely rebuilt from the studs inside and out. Mitchell Shenker Photography
Mid-sized minimalist 3/4 white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor bathroom photo in San Francisco with open cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops and a one-piece toilet