Modern gray textured living room in a historic townhouse with multiple, but integrated seating areas. Custom cut wool area rug with leather border expands the living area. Tall wet bar balances the artwork on the other side of the fireplace. Three dimensional mirror over the fireplace is a statement piece. This living room proves that modern spaces can also be warm and comfortable.

Interior design doesn’t always have to be something you just can’t wait to be done with. If you’re decorating your new home or you’ve decided to redecorate a place where you live – stop for a second and consider this amazing black epoxy metallic floor. It’s three-dimensional look and brushed structure make it fantastically unique in a generally uniformed “cookie-cutter” market today. Depending on your needs and preferences, we’re sure you can include it in at least one room in your house and make it reflect your personality even better than before.

The basis for this remodel is a three-dimensional vision that enabled designers to repurpose the layout and its elevations to support a contemporary lifestyle. The mastery of the project is the interplay of artistry and architecture that introduced a pair of trestles attached to a modern grid-framed skylight; that replaced a treehouse spiral staircase with a glass-enclosed stairway; that juxtaposed smooth plaster with textured travertine; that worked in clean lines and neutral tones to create the canvas for the new residents’ imprint.

Florida Tile From the exquisite beauty of Calacatta marble emerges PreciousHDP, a collection from Florida Tile that captures the essence of the most sought after natural stone in the world. Inspired by the unique marked graphics in the Italian stone, PreciousHDP is a distinct expression of refined taste. Intense grey and brown veins stand out from a crystalline white background endowing it with a depth and movement that enlivens spaces. The random pattern, the structured surfaces of the decors, and the natural and polished finishes are elements that elevate any atmosphere – classical or modern. Rectified, porcelain floor tiles in a natural finish are available in 12x24, 24x24, and 18x36. Rectified, ceramic wall tiles in a polished finish are available in 5x14, 14x27, and 14x39. Two mosaics: a 12x12 ceramic wall tile showcasing a modern mix of the polished and matte finishes combined in an elongated hexagon pattern, and a 12x12 herringbone pattern in natural finish suitable for wall or floor, provide endless design options. PreciousHDP also features a 14x27 Curl ceramic wall deco with a chic, three-dimensional wave pattern in a polished finish, adding a bold twist to the classic Calacatta stone look. A full package of trims including bullnose for floor and wall, corners, and a chair rail and stop in a polished finish complete the collection. With the exception of select trim, decorative and ceramic pieces, PreciousHDP is made in the USA of 40% pre-consumer recycled content, is GREENGUARD® and Porcelain Tile certified

Florida Tile From the exquisite beauty of Calacatta marble emerges PreciousHDP, a collection from Florida Tile that captures the essence of the most sought after natural stone in the world. Inspired by the unique marked graphics in the Italian stone, PreciousHDP is a distinct expression of refined taste. Intense grey and brown veins stand out from a crystalline white background endowing it with a depth and movement that enlivens spaces. The random pattern, the structured surfaces of the decors, and the natural and polished finishes are elements that elevate any atmosphere – classical or modern. Rectified, porcelain floor tiles in a natural finish are available in 12x24, 24x24, and 18x36. Rectified, ceramic wall tiles in a polished finish are available in 5x14, 14x27, and 14x39. Two mosaics: a 12x12 ceramic wall tile showcasing a modern mix of the polished and matte finishes combined in an elongated hexagon pattern, and a 12x12 herringbone pattern in natural finish suitable for wall or floor, provide endless design options. PreciousHDP also features a 14x27 Curl ceramic wall deco with a chic, three-dimensional wave pattern in a polished finish, adding a bold twist to the classic Calacatta stone look. A full package of trims including bullnose for floor and wall, corners, and a chair rail and stop in a polished finish complete the collection. With the exception of select trim, decorative and ceramic pieces, PreciousHDP is made in the USA of 40% pre-consumer recycled content, is GREENGUARD® and Porcelain Tile certified

Completed in two phases, the kitchen in this home was first overhauled and the wall separating it from the dining room was torn down. The structure, hidden in the boxed ceiling, compliments the original details as they were woven into this new great room. New sliding doors replacing the relocated bathroom at the rear beckon one to the garden. This created the palette for the owner to tailor the finishes exquisitely. The resplendent marble counter top is the heart of their tasteful new living space, ideal for entertaining. For phase two, the owner commissioned ONE Design to flood the upper level of the home with light. The owner, inspired by her rural upbringing in Humboldt, wished to draw inspiration from this and her Eichler-like grandparent’s home. ONE Design vaulted the ceilings to create an open soaring roof and provide a clean three dimensional canvass. Adding skylights which bathe the clean walls in an ever changing light show was the centerpiece of this transformation. Transom windows over the bedroom doors offer additional light to the interior circulation space. Enlarged windows combine the owner’s desire to live in a “glass house,” while paying respect to the Edwardian heritage of the home and providing expansive views of the meadow-like garden oasis. The cherry on top is the attic retreat, adding a north facing dormer that peeks at the Golden Gate Bridge offers a serene perch — perfect escapism for a creative writer!

48"x48" Metro window. This window is inspired by modern architecture, with clean lines, and a progressive industrial feel. Constructed with true low-carbon wrought iron, Metro features a bold three-dimensional design protected by clear tempered safety glass. The exterior glass features a micro-crossreed texture to ensure privacy vital to the bath.

In this romantic and warm bedroom designed in fuchsias, pinks, and creams, Equilibrium Interior Design created interest with three-dimensional linear headboard juxtaposed against curvilinear and soft floating shelf in white-washed maple.

Project Overview This extensive home remodeling project transformed a dated and inefficient layout into a functional, open, and aesthetically cohesive living space. The original layout had several challenges: • A kitchen with limited storage, no cabinets on the window side, a sink facing the wall, and a range crammed into the corner. The pantry closet was too deep and impractical. • A living room that couldn’t accommodate furniture without interfering with traffic flow. • A front foyer with wasted space. • A claustrophobic hallway toilet room without a sink, located near the laundry room. The Remodeling Concept The scope of this project extended well beyond the kitchen. We proposed several layout options to address issues in all adjacent spaces, ultimately implementing a plan that: • Removed two walls and moved doorways. • Replaced the kitchen window. • Converted the hallway toilet room into a storage space. • Installed pocket doors to separate the laundry hallway from the living room. Kitchen Transformation • Open Concept: By removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room, the two spaces became a seamless open area. • New Layout: Cabinets were relocated to the window side for more storage and natural light. A central island with storage and seating was added, and a coffee bar was installed in the dining room. • Updated Pantry: The deep pantry closet was converted into a pullout pantry with a cabinet front for better accessibility. • Design Details: Off-white kitchen cabinets pair beautifully with a light green island. Warm white quartz counters and an artisan tile backsplash complete the look. Dining Room • Expanded Space: Most of the wall separating the dining room and foyer was removed, creating a more spacious area while still accommodating all furniture thanks to careful measurements. Living Room Improvements • Optimized Layout: Moving doorways and installing pocket doors allowed for better furniture placement, including a sofa that doesn’t interfere with traffic flow. • Fireplace Upgrade: The brick fireplace was updated with a three-dimensional staggered stone veneer in a color matching the kitchen cabinets, creating a cohesive look. A TV was installed above the fireplace at a comfortable viewing angle. Additional Updates • New Flooring: All remodeled rooms now feature updated flooring. • Ceilings: Popcorn ceilings were replaced with smooth, flat finishes, complemented by recessed lighting. • Walls: Fresh paint throughout the space, with an accent wall in the living room matching the light green of the kitchen island. • Lighting: Stylish sconces were added for a touch of elegance. The Result The homeowners are thrilled with the transformation, marveling at how their once cramped and inefficient home now feels spacious, functional, and beautifully cohesive. They can’t believe their house could ever look like this!

Eden Pineda/New Century Builders & Developers; Imperial Tile & Stone; Meridian Design Center; Robert Abbey Lighting; photo by Lynn Abasera
Example of a mid-sized transitional gray tile and ceramic tile multicolored floor powder room design in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white walls, a vessel sink and limestone countertops

This Desert Modern home is situated in the seclusion of a high desert homestead. Architectural features capture the colors and textures of the rugged surroundings. Sweeping vistas are captured through floor to ceiling window walls, protected from the glaring sun by triangular and curved Patio roof lines. The “see through” feeling blurs the distinction between inside and outside. Great Room is made for entertaining while watching amazing sunsets. Ceiling sections of wood planks, floating soffits and curved three-dimensional swirls add motion and subtle segmentation to the various areas. Kitchen has an open plan with an oversized Pantry. Serving Bar is situated in a corner glass wall, and is available to guests sitting outside. Master Suite provides a large seating area and window wall to enjoy the outside, whether during the day or evening. Patio is extensive across the back, providing a walk-on entrance to the infinity-edge Pool and raised Spa. Extensive seating areas, including Fire Pit, complete the enjoyment of the desert, day or night.

The exterior is a combination of natural stone and brick with three dimensional shingles and metal roofing. The stamped concrete pattern provides a clean texture around the house. photography by Rick Lee

Ebb & Flow mosaic wall tiles in glass and stone echo the complex rhythms of nature—and of life. The illusion of three-dimensional patterning rendered in a smooth, “tromp l’oeil” surface gives this unique tile blend added allure. Shown: Sand & Surf linear mosaics, Designer: Noe & Melissa Z. Guerra, Photo: Robert Brantley

Team Effort Pulling off this kitchen required a real team effort between Andrea, IKD’s design team and Ricabi. “We had a design that we had sketched, but were looking for ideas to increase the functionality of our limited kitchen space. Ricabi suggested IKD for the design. The sample design from IKD that Ricabi showed us had everything that we wanted in a design with 3-D renderings, layouts and measurements. It helped us so much to have a [kitchen design] plan,” she says. Bryan adds: “Collaborating with Paulina and IKD brought those graph paper-drawn ideas to life with a three-dimensional rendering of the kitchen in the final design.” With a plan in place, Andrea and her family were able to put the IKEA cabinets together on their own.

Vessel sink
Bathroom - transitional bathroom idea in Bridgeport

Anne M. DiResta
Example of a trendy powder room design in Boston

With its natural suggestions and geometric trim, the EGO collection gazes at tradition through modern eyes to provide a very friendly feeling. And with the precise design of its cabinet door with frame, it recalls the reassuring values of tradition and suggests a return to solid shapes and convenient three dimensional forms in the kitchen.

The three dimensionality of this contemporary home is celebrated with intersecting planes of steel and glass ‘hovering’ above the solid elements of concrete, stone and plastered brick work.