Example of a mid-sized classic girl dark wood floor and brown floor nursery design in New York with pink walls

Transitional bathroom photo in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz countertops and a two-piece toilet

Paneled Entry and Entry Stair. Photography by Michael Hunter Photography.
Large transitional wooden u-shaped wood railing staircase photo in Dallas with painted risers

These clients came to my office looking for an architect who could design their "empty nest" home that would be the focus of their soon to be extended family. A place where the kids and grand kids would want to hang out: with a pool, open family room/ kitchen, garden; but also one-story so there wouldn't be any unnecessary stairs to climb. They wanted the design to feel like "old Pasadena" with the coziness and attention to detail that the era embraced. My sensibilities led me to recall the wonderful classic mansions of San Marino, so I designed a manor house clad in trim Bluestone with a steep French slate roof and clean white entry, eave and dormer moldings that would blend organically with the future hardscape plan and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. The site was a deep, flat lot that had been half of the old Joan Crawford estate; the part that had an abandoned swimming pool and small cabana. I envisioned a pavilion filled with natural light set in a beautifully planted park with garden views from all sides. Having a one-story house allowed for tall and interesting shaped ceilings that carved into the sheer angles of the roof. The most private area of the house would be the central loggia with skylights ensconced in a deep woodwork lattice grid and would be reminiscent of the outdoor “Salas” found in early Californian homes. The family would soon gather there and enjoy warm afternoons and the wonderfully cool evening hours together. Working with interior designer Jeffrey Hitchcock, we designed an open family room/kitchen with high dark wood beamed ceilings, dormer windows for daylight, custom raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and a textured glass tile splash. Natural light and gentle breezes flow through the many French doors and windows located to accommodate not only the garden views, but the prevailing sun and wind as well. The graceful living room features a dramatic vaulted white painted wood ceiling and grand fireplace flanked by generous double hung French windows and elegant drapery. A deeply cased opening draws one into the wainscot paneled dining room that is highlighted by hand painted scenic wallpaper and a barrel vaulted ceiling. The walnut paneled library opens up to reveal the waterfall feature in the back garden. Equally picturesque and restful is the view from the rotunda in the master bedroom suite. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Jeffrey Hitchcock Enterprises Contractor: Synergy General Contractors, Inc. Landscape Design: LZ Design Group, Inc. Photography: Laura Hull

Werner Straube Photography
Enclosed dining room - large contemporary dark wood floor and gray floor enclosed dining room idea in Chicago with white walls and no fireplace

High wainscot paneling add formality and character. A hidden slide-out coat closet built into the wall takes advantage of an unused chase next to the fireplace. At the far end of the hallway, a small powder room was relocated out of the kitchen area to allow privacy within the powder room, as well as create more useable space in the kitchen.

This beautiful transitional powder room with wainscot paneling and wallpaper was transformed from a 1990's raspberry pink and ornate room. The space now breathes and feels so much larger. The vanity was a custom piece using an old chest of drawers. We removed the feet and added the custom metal base. The original hardware was then painted to match the base.

Example of a transitional master mosaic tile floor, multicolored floor and single-sink bathroom design in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, gray countertops and a freestanding vanity

Cal Mitchner Photography
Example of a cottage medium tone wood floor bathroom design in Charlotte with an undermount sink, medium tone wood cabinets, green walls, a two-piece toilet and flat-panel cabinets

Foyer - mid-sized contemporary dark wood floor and brown floor foyer idea in Chicago with white walls

This 1966 contemporary home was completely renovated into a beautiful, functional home with an up-to-date floor plan more fitting for the way families live today. Removing all of the existing kitchen walls created the open concept floor plan. Adding an addition to the back of the house extended the family room. The first floor was also reconfigured to add a mudroom/laundry room and the first floor powder room was transformed into a full bath. A true master suite with spa inspired bath and walk-in closet was made possible by reconfiguring the existing space and adding an addition to the front of the house.

Photo: Mark Weinberg Contractor/Interiors: The Fox Group
Inspiration for a large timeless light wood floor and brown floor hallway remodel in Salt Lake City with white walls

Custom iron stair rail in a geometric pattern is showcased against custom white floor to ceiling wainscoting along the stairwell. A custom brass table greets you as you enter. Photo: Stephen Allen

One of my favorite clients wanted three bedroom wall applications done. Two where to be headboard accent walls and the other a full wood wainscot. The first room is 1x6 ship lap, second is a custom lattice wall with new crown and third a "true wainscot". She could not be happier with the outcome, staged pictures to follow.

Inspiration for a timeless open concept dark wood floor family room remodel in Los Angeles with brown walls and a wall-mounted tv

Treve Johnson Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional dark wood floor enclosed dining room remodel in San Francisco with beige walls

Mid-sized beach style kids' ceramic tile freestanding bathtub photo in Providence with a trough sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet and multicolored walls