Vista Estate Imaging
Example of a country freestanding desk medium tone wood floor home office design in Seattle with yellow walls

Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz Inc. Jennifer's vanity is home to a treasure trove of vintage jewelry, highlighted by creative storage solutions. What was once a tool box now hangs on the wall to house various necklaces. Even with such rugged origins, the display has a decidedly feminine appeal. "My girlfriend had come across these old tool boxes at an estate sale. The person that owned them painted the tools that hung on each hook, so it makes for a great story," says Jennifer. Tool box containers: Stash Style Photo: Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz

Our clients had just recently closed on their new house in Stapleton and were excited to transform it into their perfect forever home. They wanted to remodel the entire first floor to create a more open floor plan and develop a smoother flow through the house that better fit the needs of their family. The original layout consisted of several small rooms that just weren’t very functional, so we decided to remove the walls that were breaking up the space and restructure the first floor to create a wonderfully open feel. After removing the existing walls, we rearranged their spaces to give them an office at the front of the house, a large living room, and a large dining room that connects seamlessly with the kitchen. We also wanted to center the foyer in the home and allow more light to travel through the first floor, so we replaced their existing doors with beautiful custom sliding doors to the back yard and a gorgeous walnut door with side lights to greet guests at the front of their home. Living Room Our clients wanted a living room that could accommodate an inviting sectional, a baby grand piano, and plenty of space for family game nights. So, we transformed what had been a small office and sitting room into a large open living room with custom wood columns. We wanted to avoid making the home feel too vast and monumental, so we designed custom beams and columns to define spaces and to make the house feel like a home. Aesthetically we wanted their home to be soft and inviting, so we utilized a neutral color palette with occasional accents of muted blues and greens. Dining Room Our clients were also looking for a large dining room that was open to the rest of the home and perfect for big family gatherings. So, we removed what had been a small family room and eat-in dining area to create a spacious dining room with a fireplace and bar. We added custom cabinetry to the bar area with open shelving for displaying and designed a custom surround for their fireplace that ties in with the wood work we designed for their living room. We brought in the tones and materiality from the kitchen to unite the spaces and added a mixed metal light fixture to bring the space together Kitchen We wanted the kitchen to be a real show stopper and carry through the calm muted tones we were utilizing throughout their home. We reoriented the kitchen to allow for a big beautiful custom island and to give us the opportunity for a focal wall with cooktop and range hood. Their custom island was perfectly complimented with a dramatic quartz counter top and oversized pendants making it the real center of their home. Since they enter the kitchen first when coming from their detached garage, we included a small mud-room area right by the back door to catch everyone’s coats and shoes as they come in. We also created a new walk-in pantry with plenty of open storage and a fun chalkboard door for writing notes, recipes, and grocery lists. Office We transformed the original dining room into a handsome office at the front of the house. We designed custom walnut built-ins to house all of their books, and added glass french doors to give them a bit of privacy without making the space too closed off. We painted the room a deep muted blue to create a glimpse of rich color through the french doors Powder Room The powder room is a wonderful play on textures. We used a neutral palette with contrasting tones to create dramatic moments in this little space with accents of brushed gold. Master Bathroom The existing master bathroom had an awkward layout and outdated finishes, so we redesigned the space to create a clean layout with a dream worthy shower. We continued to use neutral tones that tie in with the rest of the home, but had fun playing with tile textures and patterns to create an eye-catching vanity. The wood-look tile planks along the floor provide a soft backdrop for their new free-standing bathtub and contrast beautifully with the deep ash finish on the cabinetry.

Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an island, stainless steel appliances and an undermount sink

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Mountain style l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen photo with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands and white countertops

Small trendy beige tile and porcelain tile pebble tile floor and beige floor corner shower photo with open cabinets, an integrated sink and solid surface countertops

Example of a large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen pantry design in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, white backsplash and ceramic backsplash

Photo: Heather Banks © 2015 Houzz
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This summer bring the vacation to your family! Try some of these activities to indulge in all your backyard has to offer for the perfect #staycation getaway: 1. Gone Camping! Grab your tent and sleeping backs and transform your backyard into a campsite. Take this time to bond as a family and stargaze. Make sure to bring s’mores supplies! 2. Scavenger Hunt! Set up a fun scavenger hunt in your own backyard, equipped with a treasure map and traps. 3. BBQ Cook-Off! Choose your partner and get to work developing a tasty bbq meal sure to beat your opponents. Tip: creativity is always key to scoring extra points with the judges. Is your backyard #staycation ready? Contact us for a complimentary consultation for an exterior lighting solution suited for your needs: http://bit.ly/2Esq01m

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Inspiration for a large coastal two-story wood exterior home remodel in Baltimore

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This amazing Home bar, seating area and fire pit sits to the side of the pool where entertainment is key. There has been a bathroom installed in the bar if you look into the open door for comfort and convenience. Project Completed by http://www.stonewalldesigncorp.com/

Builder & Interior Selections: Kyle Hunt & Partners, Architect: Sharratt Design Company, Landscape Design: Yardscapes, Photography by James Kruger, LandMark Photography

Mountain style two-story mixed siding house exterior photo in Minneapolis with a shingle roof

Enjoy the sights and sounds of a movie theater in your own home! This home theater is equipped with rows of recliners (stadium seating!), surround sound, sound proof walls, and remote controlled dimming lights, not to mention the large screen for tv and movie viewing.

Custom precast concrete strips provide a dynamic appearance to the ground plane of this small garden at a modern style beach house in the northwest. photo: grant wilds

[Stone Box Sugar White 6"x36" & 18"x36"] Complete your bathroom's design with elegant and beautiful tile from Ceramic Tile Design. CTD is a family owned business with a showroom and warehouse in both San Rafael and San Francisco. Our showrooms are staffed with talented teams of Design Consultants. Whether you already know exactly what you want or have no knowledge of what's possible we can help your project exceed your expectations. To achieve this we stock the best Italian porcelain lines in a variety of styles and work with the most creative American art tile companies to set your project apart from the rest. Our warehouses not only provide a safe place for your order to arrive but also stock a complete array of all the setting materials your contractor will need to complete your project saving him time and you, money. The warehouse staff is knowledgeable and friendly to help make sure your project goes smoothly.

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Transitional dedicated laundry room photo in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a drop-in sink, a side-by-side washer/dryer, laminate countertops and beige countertops