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Example of a staircase design in Philadelphia

James Carriere
Laundry room - tropical laundry room idea in Orange County

This Mediterranean styled estate home in Lakeway Texas boasts full access to Lake Travis and was designed for extensive entertaining by Zbranek & Holt Custom Homes. Photography by Eric Hull

A small pied-e-terre received an out-sized makeover. We opened the tiny kitchen to give it the feel and workability of a much larger space. Both the bath and the kitchen are true to the very traditional and charming Beacon Hill aesthetic. Eric Roth Photography

Scott Zimmerman, Modern kitchen with walnut cabinets and quartz counter top.
Example of a large trendy dark wood floor kitchen design in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Kitchen - contemporary u-shaped kitchen idea in Other with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black backsplash, marble countertops and stone slab backsplash

Photo taken as you walk into the Laundry Room from the Garage. Doorway to Kitchen is to the immediate right in photo. Photo tile mural (from The Tile Mural Store www.tilemuralstore.com ) behind the sink was used to evoke nature and waterfowl on the nearby Chesapeake Bay, as well as an entry focal point of interest for the room. Photo taken by homeowner.

Photography: Barry Halkin
Elegant kids' subway tile claw-foot bathtub photo in Philadelphia with a wall-mount sink and blue walls

This outdoor kitchen overlooking the pool and ocean was completely reimagined. A new kitchen with upgraded appliances, lighting, tile and cabinetry it is the ideal outdoor entertaining space. Retractable screens surround the area.

Example of a transitional kitchen design in New York

Designed and built by Land Art Design, Inc. In this project, we added multi-level living space with this deck and underside patio combination. The custom deck includes wrought iron railing, matching the stairway connecting the two levels. The underside patio features a bead board ceiling with recessed lighting and ceiling fans.

Casey Dunn Photography
Staircase - contemporary wooden u-shaped open staircase idea in Austin

Michele Lee Willson Photography
Trendy built-in desk dark wood floor and brown floor home office photo in San Francisco with white walls

SGM Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary master white tile and stone tile marble floor bathroom remodel in New York with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble countertops and flat-panel cabinets

The shape of the angled porch-roof, sets the tone for a truly modern entryway. This protective covering makes a dramatic statement, as it hovers over the front door. The blue-stone terrace conveys even more interest, as it gradually moves upward, morphing into steps, until it reaches the porch. Porch Detail The multicolored tan stone, used for the risers and retaining walls, is proportionally carried around the base of the house. Horizontal sustainable-fiber cement board replaces the original vertical wood siding, and widens the appearance of the facade. The color scheme — blue-grey siding, cherry-wood door and roof underside, and varied shades of tan and blue stone — is complimented by the crisp-contrasting black accents of the thin-round metal columns, railing, window sashes, and the roof fascia board and gutters. This project is a stunning example of an exterior, that is both asymmetrical and symmetrical. Prior to the renovation, the house had a bland 1970s exterior. Now, it is interesting, unique, and inviting. Photography Credit: Tom Holdsworth Photography Contractor: Owings Brothers Contracting

Example of a transitional u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Richmond with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Renovated to accommodate a family of eight, this oceanfront home proudly overlooks the gateway to Marblehead Neck. This renovation preserves and highlights the character and charm of the existing circa 1900 gambrel while providing comfortable living for this large family. The finished product is a unique combination of fresh traditional, as exemplified by the contrast of the pool house interior and exterior. Photo Credit: Eric Roth

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley porcelain tile seated home bar remodel in Las Vegas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and quartzite countertops

Inspiration for a contemporary dining room remodel in Grand Rapids