Native Little Bluestem catches the late summer sun.
This is an example of a traditional full sun landscaping in New York.

This custom home is a bright, open concept, rustic-farmhouse design with light hardwood floors throughout. The whole space is completely unique with classically styled finishes, granite countertops and bright open rooms that flow together effortlessly leading outdoors to the patio and pool area complete with an outdoor kitchen.

Altius Design, Longviews Studios
Living room library - rustic medium tone wood floor living room library idea with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Eat-in kitchen - large u-shaped brick floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in New Orleans with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Jackson Design and Remodeling
Example of a trendy galley beige floor eat-in kitchen design in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island

This 19th-century loft has been converted into a living space, panelled walls, cast-iron columns and industrial-style glazing. Simple brick walls and concrete ceiling are preserved and restored, as are the original iron columns. These are complemented by new material finishes that include oak herringbone flooring, and white paintwork. Instead of opaque walls, industrial-style steel and glass partitions divide up rooms, therefore these allow plenty of light to enter, helping to give a light and airy feel to the interiors. Designed by Mirror Visuals.

Karuna Passive House designed by Holst Architecture and built by Hammer & Hand. This high performance home meets the world's most demanding green building certifications. Photo by Jeremy Bittermann.

Example of a tuscan living room design in Los Angeles with a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Julie Soefer Photography
Example of a classic dark wood floor powder room design in Houston with gray walls, a console sink and marble countertops

Example of a large trendy multicolored three-story mixed siding flat roof design with a mixed material roof

Example of a trendy gray tile gray floor and double-sink walk-in shower design in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount sink and white countertops

Photo of a farmhouse landscaping in San Francisco.

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Design: Rauscher & Associates | Landscape Design: Coen + Partners | Photography: Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a rustic underground medium tone wood floor and green floor basement remodel in Minneapolis with display racks

Faucet - Pottery Barn Vanity - Restoration Hardware Sconces - Visual Comfort Wallpaper - Serena and Lily
Bathroom - traditional bathroom idea in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, beige walls and an undermount sink

Design ideas for a contemporary front yard landscaping in Seattle.

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2014 Houzz Design: New Leaf Construction
Trendy master dark wood floor bedroom photo in Dallas with green walls and a ribbon fireplace

This 19th-century loft has been converted into a living space, panelled walls, cast-iron columns and industrial-style glazing. Simple brick walls and concrete ceiling are preserved and restored, as are the original iron columns. These are complemented by new material finishes that include oak herringbone flooring, and white paintwork. Instead of opaque walls, industrial-style steel and glass partitions divide up rooms, therefore these allow plenty of light to enter, helping to give a light and airy feel to the interiors. Designed by Mirror Visuals.

Karen Swanson of New England Design Works Designed this Pennville Kitchen for her own home, and it won not only the regional Sub-Zero award, but also the National Kitchen & Bath Association's medium kitchen of the year. Karen is located in Manchester, MA and can be reached at nedesignworks@gmail.com or 978.500.1096.