Par Bengtsson Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary formal porcelain tile living room remodel in Dallas with gray walls

Laura Moss Photography
Elegant gray tile and subway tile multicolored floor walk-in shower photo in Boston with white cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, gray countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

Small trendy built-in desk light wood floor study room photo in Dallas with blue walls and no fireplace

LHD45 Vector 45 Linear gas fireplace with River Rock media and stainless Steel surround in Media room [Napoleon]
Example of a mid-sized trendy enclosed light wood floor living room design in Denver with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, no tv and a metal fireplace

A young family with a wooded, triangular lot in Ipswich, Massachusetts wanted to take on a highly creative, organic, and unrushed process in designing their new home. The parents of three boys had contemporary ideas for living, including phasing the construction of different structures over time as the kids grew so they could maximize the options for use on their land. They hoped to build a net zero energy home that would be cozy on the very coldest days of winter, using cost-efficient methods of home building. The house needed to be sited to minimize impact on the land and trees, and it was critical to respect a conservation easement on the south border of the lot. Finally, the design would be contemporary in form and feel, but it would also need to fit into a classic New England context, both in terms of materials used and durability. We were asked to honor the notions of “surprise and delight,” and that inspired everything we designed for the family. The highly unique home consists of a three-story form, composed mostly of bedrooms and baths on the top two floors and a cross axis of shared living spaces on the first level. This axis extends out to an oversized covered porch, open to the south and west. The porch connects to a two-story garage with flex space above, used as a guest house, play room, and yoga studio depending on the day. A floor-to-ceiling ribbon of glass wraps the south and west walls of the lower level, bringing in an abundance of natural light and linking the entire open plan to the yard beyond. The master suite takes up the entire top floor, and includes an outdoor deck with a shower. The middle floor has extra height to accommodate a variety of multi-level play scenarios in the kids’ rooms. Many of the materials used in this house are made from recycled or environmentally friendly content, or they come from local sources. The high performance home has triple glazed windows and all materials, adhesives, and sealants are low toxicity and safe for growing kids. Photographer credit: Irvin Serrano

The original layout of the home had a wall cutting this kitchen in half. It was placed where the current range is and had a door way between connecting the kitchen and dining room.

Trendy brown tile alcove shower photo in Orlando with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls and white countertops

Large trendy wooden u-shaped open and mixed material railing staircase photo in Denver

Natural lighting showcasing hardwood flooring, pendant lighting fixtures, shaker style cabinets, and concrete countertop texture. Photographer: Rob Karosis

Trendy dining room photo in Hobart

Example of a trendy single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar design in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, mirror backsplash and white countertops

Inspiration for a transitional porcelain tile and multicolored floor freestanding bathtub remodel

Modern Dining Room in an open floor plan, sits between the Living Room, Kitchen and Backyard Patio. The modern electric fireplace wall is finished in distressed grey plaster. Modern Dining Room Furniture in Black and white is paired with a sculptural glass chandelier. Floor to ceiling windows and modern sliding glass doors expand the living space to the outdoors.

A beautifully laid out kitchen created by DEANE inc that incorporates both universally desired custom kitchen features and personal style in its color scheme. The custom lime green kitchen island centers the open floor plan. Photography by Jane Beiles

Tandem Architecture
Inspiration for a country two-story mixed siding gable roof remodel in Chicago

Another view of the bathroom to showcase the trendy fireplace within the wall mural.
Bathroom - mid-sized transitional master beige tile and stone slab porcelain tile bathroom idea in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, an undermount tub, beige walls, an undermount sink and limestone countertops

Shoberg Homes- Contractor Studio Seiders - Interior Design Ryann Ford Photography, LLC
Example of a trendy home bar design in Austin

Photo: Adrienne DeRosa © 2015 Houzz "We joke that our style is the Bryan and Catherine Mashup because it really is a compromise of both of our styles,' explains Catherine. "If Bryan were to do a house and I were to do a house, they would likely come out different." Gutted and completely redesigned, the bathroom is a perfect compromise between Bryan and Catherine's seemingly opposite design preferences. "I would say my style is more eclectic," Catherine explains. "I like curvy lines whereas Bryan likes things straight and sleek and clean." By keeping the color scheme consistent throughout the space, the elements work together seamlessly. Plain square tiles exude a vintage vibe when offset into a subway pattern and set against dark grout, while stainless penny tiles and open storage lend an industrial quality to the room. The addition of a chandelier and flowy shower curtains soften the space, exemplifying the definition of their style.

Alyssa Lee Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary formal light wood floor living room remodel in Minneapolis with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and no tv