Example of a mid-sized trendy gray two-story stucco exterior home design in DC Metro with a mixed material roof

Beach style formal and enclosed dark wood floor living room photo in New York with gray walls

Side Street Suite is a contemporary 640-square-foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU) that sits perched among trees in Minneapolis. The homeowner is an empty nester who no longer desired to inhabit a 2,700 square feet home. A unique solution was to build a one-bedroom ADU in the backyard of his rental duplex. The ADU feels much larger than would seem possible thanks to strategically placed glass on all exterior walls and roof. The home is expanded with unique views which in turn create a dynamic experience of the path of sunlight over the course of the day. The kitchen is compact yet well-appointed, offering most of the amenities of a larger home, albeit in more compact form. The bedroom is flanked by a walk-in closet and a full bathroom containing a combination washer/dryer. Playful, bold colors enliven the interiors: blue stair treads and wood handrail and blue quartz countertop. Exterior materials of composite wood siding and cement board panels were chosen for low-maintenance and durability. Bikers passing by the property often give the owner a thumbs-up, indicative of neighborhood enthusiasm and support for “building small.”

The brightly colored home helps contrast the dark Seattle days and works well with the adjacent homes which are also bright colors. Landscaping is a future project. John Wilbanks Photography

Jesse Snyder
Family room - mid-sized transitional enclosed medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room idea in DC Metro with gray walls, no fireplace and no tv

Miami Interior Designers - Residential Interior Design Project in Fort Lauderdale, FL. A classic Mediterranean home turns Contemporary by DKOR Interiors. Photo: Alexia Fodere Interior Design by Miami and Ft. Lauderdale Interior Designers, DKOR Interiors. www.dkorinteriors.com

Amber Thrane
Inspiration for a coastal light wood floor and beige floor kitchen remodel in San Diego with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, gray countertops and marble countertops

photos by Kaity
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, quartz countertops, white appliances, an island, black cabinets, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash and flat-panel cabinets

The perfect spot for any occasion. Whether it's a family movie night or a quick nap, this neutral chaise sectional accompanied by the stone fireplace makes the best area.

Photograph © Sharon Risedorph
Living room - large contemporary formal and open concept light wood floor living room idea in San Francisco with white walls, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace and no tv

Elaine Janet Photography
Kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped brown floor and dark wood floor kitchen idea in New York with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, quartz countertops, ceramic backsplash, white countertops and shaker cabinets

Melodie Hayes Photography
Inspiration for a timeless l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and marble countertops

Photo: Lisa Petrole
Large trendy enclosed brown floor and medium tone wood floor family room photo in San Francisco

This open living and kitchen view in the Hudson Bayou contemporary spec home was staged by iStage Homes to highlight the seamless flow between gathering spaces. A modern sectional with bright accent pillows anchors the living area, while the kitchen island with bar seating creates a natural focal point for entertaining. The staging emphasizes light, scale, and functionality—helping buyers envision comfortable modern living in this newly built Sarasota home.

Photo: Marni Epstein-Mervis © 2018 Houzz
Open concept kitchen - industrial l-shaped painted wood floor and black floor open concept kitchen idea in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Miguel Edwards Photography
Example of a mid-sized trendy galley medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, white backsplash and glass tile backsplash

A large stone window well was created to allow for the installation of full sized windows in the basement, while also providing egress.
Inspiration for a large exterior home remodel in Boston

Transitional kids' porcelain tile and gray floor bathroom photo in Atlanta with gray walls, quartz countertops, shaker cabinets and blue cabinets

Chuck Williams & John Paul Key
Huge transitional open concept porcelain tile and beige floor family room photo in Houston with gray walls, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv