A fresh take on traditional style, this sprawling suburban home draws its occupants together in beautifully, comfortably designed spaces that gather family members for companionship, conversation, and conviviality. At the same time, it adroitly accommodates a crowd, and facilitates large-scale entertaining with ease. This balance of private intimacy and public welcome is the result of Soucie Horner’s deft remodeling of the original floor plan and creation of an all-new wing comprising functional spaces including a mudroom, powder room, laundry room, and home office, along with an exciting, three-room teen suite above. A quietly orchestrated symphony of grayed blues unites this home, from Soucie Horner Collections custom furniture and rugs, to objects, accessories, and decorative exclamationpoints that punctuate the carefully synthesized interiors. A discerning demonstration of family-friendly living at its finest.

Photographer: Roger Foley
Patio - traditional backyard stone patio idea in DC Metro with no cover and a fireplace

Home design - country home design idea

Balcony - cottage balcony idea

Deck - country deck idea

This front garden echoes the classic lines and Mediterranean feel of the home’s architecture. A thirsty lawn was replaced with vibrant aloes, agaves, and low water shrubs. An area of decomposed granite doubles as an informal play court. Photo by Daniel Bosler

Scott Amundson Photography
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

Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard patio remodel in Los Angeles with no cover

Floating stairs are crafted from solid oak beams salvaged from a barn in Oregon. The stringer is black painted steel. The enclosed stairwell acts as a sculptural anchor. Behind the stairwell on the left is a laundry closet concealed by a large sliding door and steps leading up to the mud room. photos by scott hargis

Rooftop Patio After Sectional Seating
Inspiration for a small 1960s patio remodel in Los Angeles with no cover

3900 sf (including garage) contemporary mountain home.
Bedroom - large contemporary master concrete floor bedroom idea in Denver with white walls and no fireplace

Example of a large trendy backyard patio design in Los Angeles with no cover

Rooftop Patio After Sectional Seating
Small 1950s patio photo in Los Angeles with no cover