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With a 2-year-old daughter and a baby on the way, this young couple were looking to give their daughter a bathroom she could grow into. They hired designer Kirby Foster Hurd, who used Houzz Pro software to convert a former garage area into a bedroom and a comfortable, accessible bathroom with materials and features that won’t go out of style. In the bathroom, a low-profile tub gives the couple an easy way to bathe their toddler and will provide a stylish spot to soak as their daughter grows. A curbless shower features a handheld sprayer for quick rinses. Meanwhile, a warm wood vanity with reeded front, along with textured wallpaper, creamy white tile in the shower and glamorous light fixtures, creates a style even a future teenager could love.
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4. Rich and Creamy
Designer: Tonia Coleman of Le Belle Maison Interiors
Location: Frisco, Texas
Size: 546 square feet (51 square meters); 21 by 26 feet
Homeowners’ request. “My clients wanted an oversize kitchen where they could entertain large gatherings, but they wanted the space to feel defined between the kitchen and dining areas in an open concept,” designer Tonia Coleman says. “The homeowner envisioned a warm and inviting kitchen that marries the elegance of French Country style with a modern twist, perfect for hosting large gatherings.”
Warm and welcoming elements. Custom stained quartersawn oak island. Wood range hood detail. European white oak floors. Warm white cabinets. Creamy white zellige backsplash tile. Creamy white quartzite countertops. Brass details. “They wanted a space that feels timeless yet fresh, where traditional elements like the soft neutral tones, natural island with a mix of painted cabinets and the reclaimed-wood-wrapped hood coexist with the sleek, functional design,” Coleman says. “The open and airy spaces allow guests to flow effortlessly, with an oversize 12-foot island as the heart of the kitchen, designed to accommodate a crowd and serve as the perfect spot for entertaining.”
Other special features. Five-foot workstation sink with two faucets and integrated accessories such as cutting boards, colanders, drying racks and serving trays.
Designer tip. “For a unique, rustic touch, we used a reclaimed-wood skin wrap for the kitchen hood instead of a traditional beam cut to size,” Coleman says. “This design trick brought an organic, textured element into the space, echoing the charm of reclaimed-wood beams but with a lighter, more refined silhouette. The wrap adds depth and warmth, blending seamlessly into the modern
Country French style while highlighting the natural beauty of aged wood.”
“Uh-oh” moment. “We had an ‘uh-oh’ moment after the island was installed when the client realized she wanted a bit more room between the kitchen island and the range wall for added comfort and flow,” Coleman says. “Thankfully we were able to adjust and move the island, creating the extra space she envisioned. It was a reminder that even the best-laid plans sometimes need a little tweaking, and we were glad to make it work to ensure the kitchen was just right for her needs.”
Coleman used Houzz “to explore and refine our client’s design style,” she says. “Together we browsed through numerous inspirational pictures, discussing what elements resonated most with her and envisioning how they could come to life in her kitchen. This visual approach allowed us to align specific details, helping her articulate her vision and making the design journey both enjoyable and clear.”
Custom cabinetry plan: KBH Texas, Andrew Risinger, Kitchen, Bath and Home; cabinetmaker: Custom Wood Products; builder: Kirlin Custom Homes; reclaimed wood: Olde Wood; project photos: Stacy Markow Photography; wall and ceiling paint: White Dove, Benjamin Moore
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“After” photos by Becky Rees Creative; staging by Catherine Heleniak
3. Modern Rustic With Japanese Influences
Patio at a Glance
Who lives here: Two doctors who like to relax outside
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Size: 590 square feet (55 square meters)
Designer and builder: Outdoor Dreams
Before: Two busy doctors loved relaxing outside at their Richmond, Virginia, home but were frustrated by their small patio and patchy lawn. They turned to landscape designer Greg Koehler, whom they found on Houzz, with a wish list that included a wood-burning fireplace, an outdoor kitchen, a lounge area and a beautiful view.
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This older adult wanted to update his decades-old en suite bathroom to help with aging in place and deliver a wow factor. He tapped designer Molly Littlejohn and Kraft Custom Construction to spearhead the makeover. The remodeling team ditched a little-used jetted tub, as well as a worn wood vanity and a tight fiberglass shower stall, then reworked the layout for better maneuverability.
By rearranging the location of the main components, they were able to create a roomier walk-in shower, a larger vanity that significantly improves storage and an open toilet area, leaving plenty of floor and elbow room. A layered lighting scheme results in a well-lit space and highlights the warm contemporary style that combines various off-white tiles, matte black fixtures and a natural knotty alder vanity cabinet with concrete-look countertop.
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The island has an oil-based stain that enhances the wood grain. Black metal swivel stools help make the island a gathering spot. The countertops are marble-look quartz. The island slab creates a continuous, expansive prep space. “I feel quartz is an economical and durable choice for families,” Reesey says.
A backsplash featuring matte white scallop-shaped ceramic tiles brightens the room and adds visual movement. An upgraded 30-inch induction range sits below a hood with wood trim that coordinates with the other wood details in the room. A stainless steel 36-inch counter-depth 4-door smart refrigerator (partially visible) is to the left of the sink.
A pair of modern pendant lights over the island coordinate with other black and brass finishes used in the room. (The kitchen also has recessed LED ceiling lights, which were digitally removed by the photographer to highlight other design details.)
Backsplash: Prado in Andalucia, Mirazur collection, Sonoma Tilemakers; pendant lights: Blaine 16-inch, Rejuvenation; paint colors: Wind’s Breath (walls) and Super White (trim), Benjamin Moore
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Pearson also brought warmth into the room with the metal finishes, which are a mix of unlacquered brass, aged brass and polished nickel. She has some advice for mixing metals, though she notes that this is merely guidance and not a strict set of rules.
“I like to do things in horizontal layers, like a cake,” she says. “For example, here the cabinet hardware [aged brass] is one layer, the plumbing fixtures [polished nickel] are the next layer, and the mirrors and sconces [unlacquered brass] are the next layer. I will also stick with the same finish in categories, such as all the plumbing fixtures or lighting fixtures. Also, I’ll use all warm or all cold finishes within one room. Polished nickel can go either way, but it has warm undertones that chrome does not.”
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The new curbless shower with a custom half-inch-thick frameless glass enclosure gives the room a light and airy feel. “The shower they had before wasn’t curbless,” Brien says. “All the fixtures were quite a bit lower. The husband is 6 foot, 5 inches and the wife is about 5 foot, 3 inches, so we have the handheld shower significantly lowered for her and the shower head higher for him. Previously, they also didn’t have any shampoo niches or that footrest.” The solid brass fixtures are in a satin bronze finish that adds warmth and coordinates with other finishes in the room.
The same tiles used for the backsplash wrap the upper portion of the walls. Below ¾-inch step molding are 12-by-24-inch Mystery White marble tiles. “The Mystery White happens to be really well-priced and has some warmth running through it,” Brien says. “That warmth coordinates with the warmth you see in the Taj Mahal.”
The pale beige hexagonal stone floor tile continues seamlessly into the shower. “The walls are neutral, so I wanted to mix up the textures and materials to add more interest and depth,” Brien says.
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This homeowner had fond childhood memories of spending time in her mom’s best friend’s house. So when an opportunity came up to buy the home, she jumped at it. She then hired interior designer Susan Yeley, who uses Houzz Pro business software, to perform a careful update that honored the home’s roots while giving it modern-day comforts. Wood-paneled walls wrap the interior in warmth. Vintage midcentury furnishings nod to the home’s origins. The kitchen features an inviting white-and-wood palette with new appliances. The primary bedroom boasts ample built-in storage. Colorful artwork throughout the home and monkey-shaped tile in the laundry room add playful punches.
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Bathroom at a Glance
Who lives here: A couple with kids at home and away at college
Location: Great Falls, Virginia
Size: 170 square feet (16 square meters)
Designer: Iva Saller of Four Brothers Design + Build
During the design phase of the project, the homeowners worked remotely with Saller. They flew in regularly for in-person meetings, while others were virtual. Saller mailed them samples when they couldn’t make it to see them in person. For important decisions like the countertop stone, they came back and visited the stone yard to pick their slabs. One of the reasons they were moving back was to be near family, so the design trips also doubled as family visits.
The primary bathroom is part of the new addition off the back of the home. “The site is very private, located off a winding gravel road,” Saller says. “There’s a steep grade change from the front of the house to the back, and all they see from the windows is the forest. Feeling open to nature was important to them.”
Including lots of windows and the glass door in the bathroom opens it up to the views and brings in light. The door leads to a covered balcony. The roof extension over the balcony protects the room from direct sunlight and offers protection from the elements when the homeowners want to step out for some fresh air.
Paint colors: White Opulence (walls) and Chantilly Lace (trim), Benjamin Moore
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