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Inspiration for a large cottage light wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, black appliances and an island

Utility room - large traditional galley dark wood floor utility room idea in Austin with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble countertops, gray walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Dining room by the beach in South Padre Island. Pendant light fixture is designed by and available through Sarah Stacey Interior Design. Photo and design by Sarah Stacey Interior Design.

Lovely front entrance with delft blue paint and brass accents. Front doors should say welcome and thank you for visiting, I think this does just that!

The Clients contacted Cecil Baker + Partners to reconfigure and remodel the top floor of a prominent Philadelphia high-rise into an urban pied-a-terre. The forty-five story apartment building, overlooking Washington Square Park and its surrounding neighborhoods, provided a modern shell for this truly contemporary renovation. Originally configured as three penthouse units, the 8,700 sf interior, as well as 2,500 square feet of terrace space, was to become a single residence with sweeping views of the city in all directions. The Client’s mission was to create a city home for collecting and displaying contemporary glass crafts. Their stated desire was to cast an urban home that was, in itself, a gallery. While they enjoy a very vital family life, this home was targeted to their urban activities - entertainment being a central element. The living areas are designed to be open and to flow into each other, with pockets of secondary functions. At large social events, guests feel free to access all areas of the penthouse, including the master bedroom suite. A main gallery was created in order to house unique, travelling art shows. Stemming from their desire to entertain, the penthouse was built around the need for elaborate food preparation. Cooking would be visible from several entertainment areas with a “show” kitchen, provided for their renowned chef. Secondary preparation and cleaning facilities were tucked away. The architects crafted a distinctive residence that is framed around the gallery experience, while also incorporating softer residential moments. Cecil Baker + Partners embraced every element of the new penthouse design beyond those normally associated with an architect’s sphere, from all material selections, furniture selections, furniture design, and art placement. Barry Halkin and Todd Mason Photography

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Mid-century modern medium tone wood floor and brown floor double front door photo in Los Angeles with white walls and a light wood front door

Having a small child, loving to entertain and looking to declutter and kid-proof the gathering spaces of their home in the quaint village of Rockville Centre, Long Island, a stone’s throw from Manhattan, our client’s main objective was to have their living room and den transformed with a family friendly home makeover with mid-century modern tones boasting a formal, yet relaxed spirit Stepping into the home we found their living room and den both architecturally well appointed yet in need of modern transitional furniture pieces and the pops of color our clients admired, as there was a substantial amount of cool, cold grays in the rooms. Decor Aid designer Vivian C. approached the design and placement of the pieces sourced to be kid-friendly while remaining sophisticated and practical for entertaining. “We played off of the clients love for blush pinks, mid-century modern and turquoise. We played with the use of gold and silver metals to mix it up.” In the living room, we used the prominent bay window and its illuminating natural light as the main architectural focal point, while the fireplace and mantels soft white tone helped inform the minimalist color palette for which we styled the room around. To add warmth to the living room we played off of the clients love for blush pinks and turquoise while elevating the room with flashes of gold and silver metallic pieces. For a sense of play and to tie the space together we punctuated the kid-friendly living room with an eclectic juxtaposition of colors and materials, from a beautifully patchworked geometric cowhide rug from All Modern, to a whimsical mirror placed over an unexpected, bold geometric credenza, to the blush velvet barrel chair and abstract blue watercolor pillows. “When sourcing furniture and objects, we chose items that had rounded edges and were shatter proof as it was vital to keep each room’s decor childproof.” Vivian ads. Their vision for the den remained chic, with comfort and practical functionality key to create an area for the young family to come together. For the den, our main challenge was working around the pre-existing dark gray sectional sofa. To combat its chunkiness, we played off of the hues in the cubist framed prints placed above and focused on blue and orange accents which complement and play off of each other well. We selected orange storage ottomans in easy to clean, kid-friendly leather to maximize space and functionality. To personalize the appeal of the den we included black and white framed family photos. In the end, the result created a fun, relaxed space where our clients can enjoy family moments or watch a game while taking in the scenic view of their backyard. For harmony between the rooms, the overall tone for each room is mid-century modern meets bold, yet classic contemporary through the use of mixed materials and fabrications including marble, stone, metals and plush velvet, creating a cozy yet sophisticated enough atmosphere for entertaining family and friends and raising a young children. “The result od this family friendly room was really fantastic! Adding some greenery, more pillows and throws really made the space pop.” Vivian C. Decor Aid’s Designer

Amy Bartlam
Large trendy l-shaped ceramic tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen photo in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Nick Smith Shaker style kitchen meets contemporary colours to add depth to the oversized kitchen. Industrial lighting and handles help give the kitchen a little bit of cool!

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Great room - mid-century modern medium tone wood floor and brown floor great room idea in Los Angeles with white walls, a two-sided fireplace and a tile fireplace

This home was a joy to work on! Check back for more information and a blog on the project soon. Photographs by Jordan Katz Interior Styling by Kristy Oatman

Large elegant medium tone wood floor dining room photo in San Francisco with yellow walls and no fireplace

Photographer: Crystal Waye Photo Design
Inspiration for a southwestern dark wood floor hallway remodel in San Francisco with yellow walls

Striped ceillings are a fun detail in the boys' room.
Bedroom trendy kids' bedroom photo in Los Angeles

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Double front door - 1950s medium tone wood floor and brown floor double front door idea in Los Angeles with white walls and a medium wood front door

This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

Photo by Peter Vitale
Example of a country powder room design in Austin with a pedestal sink and furniture-like cabinets

The glamorous transitional "Miramont" collection from Bernhardt is rooted in traditional furniture designs and gives a nod to French forms. It features elegant pieces that bring fluidity and vitality to any home. Crafted of "Flat Cut" cherry veneers with a Dark Sable finish. A silver sand finish is an accent. Nickel plated metal is also used on select pieces.

The glamorous transitional "Miramont" collection from Bernhardt is rooted in traditional furniture designs and gives a nod to French forms. It features elegant pieces that bring fluidity and vitality to any home. Crafted of "Flat Cut" cherry veneers with a Dark Sable finish. A silver sand finish is an accent. Nickel plated metal is also used on select pieces.