Artisan Home Tour, June 7-15th, 2014 Home #9 by Traditions by Donnay Homes Jim Kruger, LandMark Photography http://www.ArtisanHomeTour.org

Beach style master multicolored floor freestanding bathtub photo in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls and white countertops

Example of a large mountain style red floor sunroom design in Denver with a standard ceiling

Traditional mixed siding house exterior idea in Minneapolis with a shingle roof

FineCraft Contractors, Inc. Susie Soleimani Photography
Kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in DC Metro with an undermount sink, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops and shaker cabinets

Inspiration for a coastal two-story wood exterior home remodel in Orange County

Inspiration for a timeless stone patio vertical garden remodel in Los Angeles

Doorless shower - large transitional white tile and ceramic tile cement tile floor and blue floor doorless shower idea in Sacramento with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and white countertops

Susie Brenner Photography
Mid-sized transitional dark wood floor living room photo in Denver with a music area, gray walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and no tv

With a complete gut and remodel, this home was taken from a dated, traditional style to a contemporary home with a lighter and fresher aesthetic. The interior space was organized to take better advantage of the sweeping views of Lake Michigan. Existing exterior elements were mixed with newer materials to create the unique design of the façade. Photos done by Brian Fussell at Rangeline Real Estate Photography

EXTERIOR --- -Locally sourced, solid cedar siding, selected for both its beauty and durability - substantially upgraded with rain screen wrap -Impervia Series, Fiberglass Pella windows with the highest built-green rating and energy efficiency, eliminating vinyl gas emissions -TimberTech 100% composite decking with a 25-year warranty -Professional landscaping with an authentic Pacific Northwest look -Custom wood and glass front door made especially for the home

One small window, faux woodgrain cabinets and lots of doors made this closed-off Arlington kitchen feel dark and drab, the total opposite of the vibrant young family of four that lives here. To brighten and open up the small kitchen, we removed the wall separating the dining room, expanded the window above the sink and installed a French door to let even more light in from an adjoining sun room. Light now pours into the kitchen, making it feel welcoming, airy and bright. To accommodate the expanded kitchen, we removed a hulking set of built-ins from the dining room which provided two extra feet to work with. The larger footprint allowed us to relocate major appliances and provide a generous amount of storage and prep space including a food safe butcher block to the right of the range. Natural wood elements such as the chopping block, reclaimed shelves and beautiful new floors add character and warmth to the all-white kitchen. One of the must-haves in this renovation was a farmhouse sink which is a great way to maximize function when a smaller sink base is used. We opted to take the tile backsplash all the way to the ceiling along the window wall, creating a more polished look with the added bonus of making the ceiling feel taller. The subway tiles’ subtle texture adds depth to the simple white-on-white motif and the change to a herringbone pattern behind the range adds visual interest without feeling too busy. A crisp white backdrop is perfect for adding pops of color with dishware, accessories and the family’s vintage stand mixer. The newly renovated kitchen-dining area is much better suited for this family’s active lifestyle and the updated design now complements the rest of their stylish home. Photos by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

Mudroom - coastal dark wood floor and brown floor mudroom idea in Chicago with gray walls and a dark wood front door

A beach-front new construction home on Wells Beach. A collaboration with R. Moody and Sons construction. Photographs by James R. Salomon.
Kitchen - large coastal l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen idea in Portland Maine with shaker cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, black countertops and blue cabinets

Inspiration for a cottage wood exterior home remodel in Chicago

Mid-sized elegant travertine floor sunroom photo in Minneapolis with a glass ceiling

A custom home builder in Chicago's western suburbs, Summit Signature Homes, ushers in a new era of residential construction. With an eye on superb design and value, industry-leading practices and superior customer service, Summit stands alone. Custom-built homes in Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, Western Springs, and other western suburbs.

Tuscan patio photo in Miami with a roof extension

The freestanding tub encourages a feeling of elegance as this provides a place to relax and offer comfort to the homeowners.
Example of a large classic master porcelain tile and white floor freestanding bathtub design in Toronto with white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, brown countertops and a hinged shower door