The challenge with this project was to transform a very traditional house into something more modern and suited to the lifestyle of a young couple just starting a new family. We achieved this by lightening the overall color palette with soft grays and neutrals. Then we replaced the traditional dark colored wood and tile flooring with lighter wide plank hardwood and stone floors. Next we redesigned the kitchen into a more workable open plan and used top of the line professional level appliances and light pigmented oil stained oak cabinetry. Finally we painted the heavily carved stained wood moldings and library and den cabinetry with a fresh coat of soft pale light reflecting gloss paint. Photographer: James Koch

The homeowners were in desperate need of storage and better function for their family of 6. They also needed the kitchen to be workable for several cooks. Taking the cabinetry to the ceiling and adding the large pantrys and island gave them the working space they needed. Then the fun began. The metal hood and tile were the inspirations for the rest of the rooms details. "X' details and beautiful lights and hardware!

This family room exudes fun and comfort! The fireplace tile gives the space added texture interest.
Transitional medium tone wood floor family room photo in Denver with gray walls, a tile fireplace and a ribbon fireplace

Design by Joanna Hartman Photography by Ryann Ford Styling by Adam Fortner This space features shaker-style cabinets by Amazonia Cabinetry, hardware from Restoration Hardware and Pottery Barn selected by PPOC, Crema Marfil Honed 12x12 floor tile and Rittenhouse 3x6 white gloss backsplash tile, and Benjamin Moore "Stonington Gray" for the accent wall.

Example of a huge transitional l-shaped porcelain tile and multicolored floor enclosed kitchen design in Louisville with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands and white countertops

Alise O'Brien Photography
Trendy kitchen photo in St Louis

Dedicated laundry room - small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room idea in Boston

Low maintenance, stain- and scratch-resistant AZEK Deck carries a limited lifetime warranty and is designed to last beautifully. Available in 17 colors and several grain textures, AZEK Deck has a color to complement any housing exterior. Shown here is AZEK Deck in Acacia with AZEK Deck in Kona used as a border. Offering easy living at its finest, AZEK Deck lets you enhance your backyard experience. With superior workability, AZEK Deck is perfect to create complete outdoor spaces with built-in benches, planters, and even works great around hot tubs and pools.

Example of an eclectic single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and white countertops

Courtney Olander
Exterior home idea in Seattle

Builder: Great Neighborhood Homes, Inc. Designer: Martha O'Hara Interiors Photo: Landmark Photography 2017 Artisan Home Tour
Inspiration for a transitional single-wall gray floor laundry room remodel in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

Trendy u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and gray countertops

Example of a mid-sized minimalist light wood floor and gray floor sunroom design in Dallas with a standard fireplace and a standard ceiling

Plenty of natural light in this Mid-century Modern beauty!
Example of a large 1950s u-shaped light wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling eat-in kitchen design in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and white countertops

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Beautiful basement remodel in Lakewood, Colorado. Using a Knotty Alder Wood with a med stain finish.
Mid-sized minimalist walk-out ceramic tile basement photo in Denver with beige walls

Arne Loren
Example of a small mountain style single-wall medium tone wood floor utility room design in Seattle with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and dark wood cabinets

Part of a farmhouse remodel, this custom kitchen combines our traditional inset cabinetry with Mid-Century Modern lighting fixtures, modern floating shelves and stainless appliances. The gorgeous table-style island is topped with reclaimed wood, providing a generous work space that anchors the room. Cabinetry is finished in Truly Taupe. Hardware is un-laquered brass. Photo by Crown Point Cabinetry

Dustin Peck Photography
Inspiration for a 1960s exterior home remodel in Charlotte