Michael J. Lee Photography

David Dietrich

Architecture that is synonymous with the age of elegance, this welcoming Georgian style design reflects and emphasis for symmetry with the grand entry, stairway and front door focal point. Near Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, this newly completed Georgian style home includes a renovation, new garage and rear addition that provided new and updated spacious rooms including an eat-in kitchen, mudroom, butler pantry, home office and family room that overlooks expansive patio and backyard spaces. The second floor showcases and elegant master suite. A collection of new and antique furnishings, modern art, and sunlit rooms, compliment the traditional architectural detailing, dark wood floors, and enameled woodwork. A true masterpiece. Call today for an informational meeting, tour or portfolio review. BUILDER: Streeter & Associates, Renovation Division - Bob Near ARCHITECT: Peterssen/Keller INTERIOR: Engler Studio PHOTOGRAPHY: Karen Melvin Photography

Martin King

Architect: Carol Sundstrom, AIA Contractor: Adams Residential Contracting Photography: © Dale Lang, 2010

This room got such a dramatic transformation! The previous owner had brought it into the late 80's/early 90's, though the home was 100 years old. I wanted to bring some of that old charm back into the place. We added the newel post, railing, discovered original hardwoods and refinished the flooring and stairs, and my favorite piece was the very heavy marble fireplace surround. I found it on Craigslist for 800$. It was my first purchase for this home and was the inspiration piece for the rest of the house! This photo crops out the other sofa and room divider with columns that separate the living room from the dining room. To see the room in entirety (or the entire home) feel free to look at my project titled " Minneapolis Home." Staging by Cindy Montgomery of Showhomes, Minneapolis. Photo by Obeo, Minneapolis.

This paver patio envelopes the pool area and is the foundation for this large outdoor kitchen and outdoor dining area. The sunken eating area creates a lovely separation between the diners and the chef. Or to keep the cook company there is plenty of room for a sitting area near the outdoor kitchen. The custom detail on the patio roof is a luxurious feel that can't be beat. The addition of pot lights and ceiling fans makes this outdoor dining room a lovely retreat any time day or night, summer or winter. The extra large wooden posts create a great masculine feel that is also very rustic. The outdoor kitchen features a wine fridge, gas grill, refrigerator and ice machine. With the stacked stone counter and an outdoor sink, this outdoor kitchen is the complete package.

© John D Smoak III Kitchen Design by https://distinctivedesignllc.com

Kate Bruinsma (Photos By Kaity)

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This kitchen was part of a whole house renovation. The house, a foreclosure property, was gutted and remodeled by Streetscape Design. The kitchen, originally a small peninsula kitchen, was opened up to the family room and the dining room, giving the house a more open feel. Benjamin Moore's "Fieldstone" was hand selected for the cabinets by designer, Susan Klimala, CKD, along with white carrera marble and simple white subway tile, reflecting a casual beachy feel that was carried throughout the house. Professional grade appliances, vintage style ceiling fixtures and nickel hardware complete the look. The new homeowners are enjoying life in their brand new "old" house. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photographed by Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Photography by Richard Mandelkorn

Hamilton-Gray Design, San Diego, CA Once an adjacent passage, the re-designed space allowed for this convenient message center, which carries the same vintage style. White beadboard wainscoting is carried through the kitchen into the message center area.

Interior Designer: Amy Miller Photographer: Barry Halkin

The Citadel's Lt. General and Mrs. Rosa's Quarters One Backyard

The side of the closet wing was removed at ground floor level to form full width kitchen and dining spaces. The extension design resembles a glass house with the dining room sitting between the original building spaces and the new extension.

Billy Cunningham Photography & Austin Patterson Disston Architects, Southport CT

Jane Lockhart's beautifully designed luxury model home for Kylemore Communities. Photography, Brandon Barré

Photography by Rob Karosis