Photo by Doug Peterson Photography
Garden shed - large rustic garden shed idea in Boise

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz Read the Houzz article about this kids' tree house: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8884948/list/The-Most-Incredible-Kids--Tree-House-You-ll-Ever-See-

Leland Gebhardt
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard patio remodel in Phoenix with a fire pit and a roof extension

Add charm to any outdoor event with a mix flameless candles and battery-operated string lighting. A great value and hazard free, our collection of lit outdoor decor can help any event come to life!

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2016 Houzz
Study room - eclectic freestanding desk medium tone wood floor study room idea in New York

View the house plans at: http://houseplans.co/house-plans/2472 Photos by Bob Greenspan

Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2016 Houzz
Example of a large country backyard deck design in Seattle

Cottage chic l-shaped kitchen photo in Other with stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, marble countertops and marble backsplash

This is a 12' x 14' timber frame pergola kit that can be put up in as little as one afternoon for a wedding. Durable and strong to withstand strong winds and heavy mountainous snows for many years of enjoyment and family gatherings.

For the art, I chose that was graphic and bold. There's a youthful feeling with original art and the arrangement creates a focal point for the room while balancing the large screen TV. Lucite, soft edges and texture dominate while the layout is well thought out for the creature comforts of everyday living. Even though space was limited, I was still able to include comfortable seating for pre-theatre or dinner gatherings. Count them…the sofa holds 3, 2 Ottomans, the 3 lucite bright yellow bar stools, the lounge chair, 2 side chairs, the upholstered chair by the waterfall desk and if you add the 4 chairs for the dining area, you're at 16, and this doesn’t count the custom coffee table with upholstered seating!

Transforming our backyard space for a pretty party! Photos taken by Rubyellen Bratcher and Irene Diongzon.
Eclectic dining room photo in Los Angeles

Dennis Mayer Photographer
Mid-sized tuscan backyard rectangular and concrete paver lap pool photo in San Francisco

THE SETUP Client Background: Our clients, a couple who have transitioned into the empty nest phase, have cherished their home for over three decades without undergoing any significant renovations. With a newfound desire to adapt their living space to better suit their current lifestyle, they’ve embarked on a journey to reimagine their kitchen — the heart of their home. Their aspiration is to cultivate a serene, neutral-toned sanctuary on the first floor that seamlessly merges with their family room, ensuring a harmonious and inviting environment. Design Inspiration: The renovation is inspired by the couple’s penchant for soft, calming neutrals, using their cherished family room and the kitchen’s existing tile flooring as the cornerstone for the color scheme. This approach aims to foster a sense of warmth and tranquility throughout. Design Objectives: Harmonize the kitchen with the family room by adopting a soothing, neutral color scheme, ensuring a seamless flow across the first floor. Enhance kitchen functionality with thoughtfully designed cabinetry, providing a designated place for every item and maximizing storage efficiency. Cultivate an inviting and comfortable atmosphere that reflects the homeowners’ desire for a calm and relaxing space. Design Challenges: The homeowners wish to retain the existing kitchen tile flooring and integrate it into a refreshed, modern design. Accommodating a dining area spacious enough for family visits without compromising the kitchen’s open feel or functional layout. Despite liking the current placement of plumbing and appliances, the homeowners aspire for a more open floor plan to facilitate better movement and interaction. The need to amplify natural light in the kitchen, especially around the sink area, where existing lighting is insufficient. Preserving the half-wall between the kitchen and family room, a feature the homeowners want to keep, while ensuring it complements the new design. THE RENEWED SPACE Design Solutions: By choosing a neutral color palette that complements the existing tile, the design unifies the kitchen with the adjacent spaces. The tile’s grout was cleaned and restored, enhancing the floor’s appearance and integrating it seamlessly with the new kitchen aesthetic. The inclusion of a larger island with seating for two, alongside maintaining a substantial dining table, was achieved by optimizing the spatial layout. This allowed for a sociable yet functional kitchen, accommodating large family gatherings without feeling crowded. Minor adjustments to the kitchen’s layout maintained the preferred locations for plumbing and appliances while introducing an ‘open’ design concept. Strategic modifications, such as angling the pantry wall, improved the flow and accessibility within the space. Replacing the garden window with a broader, standard window significantly increased natural light, transforming the sink area into a bright, welcoming space with enhanced views of the outdoors. The decision to keep the half-wall was ingeniously leveraged to define the dining area while maintaining an open connection to the family room. This feature not only serves as a visual separator but also ties the two spaces together through the shared color scheme and design elements. The homeowners are thrilled with their newly remodeled kitchen, which has become a hub of warmth and hospitality. Hosting a wedding shower and a birthday party, they have shared their renewed space with friends and family, who have been equally enamored. This remodel has not only met their functional and aesthetic desires but has also enriched their home with a fresh sense of serenity and joy. The upstairs part of the home is shaping up nicely. Here’s their newly remodeled primary bathroom.

Create a romantic scene st your outdoor dining table for the perfect soiree.
Large elegant brick back porch photo in New Orleans with a pergola

Ben Finch of Finch Photo
Patio - mediterranean stone patio idea in Other with no cover

Applied Photography
Beach style family room photo in Orange County with beige walls and a media wall

Treve Johnson
Multiuse home gym - mid-sized contemporary medium tone wood floor multiuse home gym idea in San Francisco with white walls

The living space continues onto this patio/deck, complete with paper lanterns and a stenciled table that calls for guests to 'Eat' and 'Drink'.
Deck - coastal deck idea in New York

Photo by Jeff Carrillo
Example of a cottage chic home design design in Los Angeles