Photo of a large transitional backyard patio in Orlando with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a roof extension.

Photo of a large traditional open concept living room in Edmonton with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, a music area, dark hardwood floors and a wood fireplace surround.

This condominium in Portland, Oregon's Pearl District was designed to showcase art collected by the owner. Bright orange is the main accent color. A deep, soft gray wool rug from West Elm provides texture under the cream leather sectional. Large painting above the sofa is by the designer, Pangaea. The custom silver wall treatment above the fireplace is also by Pangaea.

Photographer: Mitchell Fong
Inspiration for a large midcentury open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Conceived as a remodel and addition, the final design iteration for this home is uniquely multifaceted. Structural considerations required a more extensive tear down, however the clients wanted the entire remodel design kept intact, essentially recreating much of the existing home. The overall floor plan design centers on maximizing the views, while extensive glazing is carefully placed to frame and enhance them. The residence opens up to the outdoor living and views from multiple spaces and visually connects interior spaces in the inner court. The client, who also specializes in residential interiors, had a vision of ‘transitional’ style for the home, marrying clean and contemporary elements with touches of antique charm. Energy efficient materials along with reclaimed architectural wood details were seamlessly integrated, adding sustainable design elements to this transitional design. The architect and client collaboration strived to achieve modern, clean spaces playfully interjecting rustic elements throughout the home. Greenbelt Homes Glynis Wood Interiors Photography by Bryant Hill

Photography by Northlight Photography.
Traditional living room in Seattle with a tile fireplace surround.

Modern details on a traditional farmhouse porch. Whit Preston Photography
Design ideas for a country verandah in Austin with decking and a roof extension.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard screened-in verandah in Nashville with concrete slab and a roof extension.

Design ideas for a contemporary living room in New York with beige walls and a standard fireplace.

Ian Harding
This is an example of a contemporary living room in London with limestone floors.

Jim Fairchild / Fairchild Creative, Inc.
This is an example of an expansive open concept family room in Salt Lake City with orange walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

Design ideas for a large transitional backyard patio in Orlando with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a roof extension.

HFM Architects, house refurbishment, North London http://www.hfm.uk.com/ Adelina Iliev Photography

陰の住居　　photo by Satoshi Shigeta
Photo of an industrial open concept living room in Tokyo Suburbs with grey walls, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and carpet.

The 16-foot high living-dining area opens up on three sides: to the lap pool on the west with sliding glass doors; to the north courtyard with pocketing glass doors; and to the garden and guest house to the south through pivoting glass doors. When open to the elements, the living area is transformed into an airy pavilion. (Photo: Erhard Pfeiffer)

Vacant townhouse stage
Small contemporary open concept living room in Tampa with grey walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Jonny Valiant
Design ideas for a mid-sized asian formal open concept living room in New York with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and no tv.

This adorable beach cottage is in the heart of the village of La Jolla in San Diego. The goals were to brighten up the space and be the perfect beach get-away for the client whose permanent residence is in Arizona. Some of the ways we achieved the goals was to place an extra high custom board and batten in the great room and by refinishing the kitchen cabinets (which were in excellent shape) white. We created interest through extreme proportions and contrast. Though there are a lot of white elements, they are all offset by a smaller portion of very dark elements. We also played with texture and pattern through wallpaper, natural reclaimed wood elements and rugs. This was all kept in balance by using a simplified color palate minimal layering. I am so grateful for this client as they were extremely trusting and open to ideas. To see what the space looked like before the remodel you can go to the gallery page of the website www.cmnaturaldesigns.com Photography by: Chipper Hatter

Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in London with white walls and light hardwood floors.