Susan Teara, photographer
Photo of a large contemporary loft-style living room in Burlington with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Jeff Herr Photography
Design ideas for a transitional master bedroom in Atlanta with green walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

This foyer was updated with the addition of white paneling and new herringbone hardwood floors with a walnut border. The walls are covered in a navy blue grasscloth wallpaper from Thibaut. A navy and white geometric patterned stair-runner, held in place with stair rods capped with pineapple finials, further contributes to the home's coastal feel. Photo by Mike Mroz of Michael Robert Construction

this is my favourite get away place with a book, all year long. Nick Stephenson
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional gender-neutral kids' room in Melbourne with white walls and light hardwood floors.

Inspiration for a traditional wood curved staircase in Indianapolis with wood risers.

The Port Ludlow Residence is a compact, 2400 SF modern house located on a wooded waterfront property at the north end of the Hood Canal, a long, fjord-like arm of western Puget Sound. The house creates a simple glazed living space that opens up to become a front porch to the beautiful Hood Canal. The east-facing house is sited along a high bank, with a wonderful view of the water. The main living volume is completely glazed, with 12-ft. high glass walls facing the view and large, 8-ft.x8-ft. sliding glass doors that open to a slightly raised wood deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor space. During the warm summer months, the living area feels like a large, open porch. Anchoring the north end of the living space is a two-story building volume containing several bedrooms and separate his/her office spaces. The interior finishes are simple and elegant, with IPE wood flooring, zebrawood cabinet doors with mahogany end panels, quartz and limestone countertops, and Douglas Fir trim and doors. Exterior materials are completely maintenance-free: metal siding and aluminum windows and doors. The metal siding has an alternating pattern using two different siding profiles. The house has a number of sustainable or “green” building features, including 2x8 construction (40% greater insulation value); generous glass areas to provide natural lighting and ventilation; large overhangs for sun and rain protection; metal siding (recycled steel) for maximum durability, and a heat pump mechanical system for maximum energy efficiency. Sustainable interior finish materials include wood cabinets, linoleum floors, low-VOC paints, and natural wool carpet.

Ken Wyner
Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in DC Metro.

Mid-sized traditional home design in Other.

Cleeves House Staircase
Traditional u-shaped staircase in Berkshire.

Incorporating a reclaimed wood wall into this newly renovated East Village Duplex, brought in warm materials into an open stairwell. © Devon Banks
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary hallway in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Large estate home located in Greenville, SC. Photos by TJ Getz. This is the 2nd home we have built for this family. It is a large, traditional brick and stone home with wonderful interiors.

Traditional wood straight staircase in Salt Lake City.

This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped staircase in Other.

Inspiration for a transitional laundry cupboard in London.

Jack Hobhouse Photography
Design ideas for a traditional home office in London with grey walls, a standard fireplace and carpet.

Traditional hallway in Seattle with beige walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Basement Snack/kitchenette
Design ideas for a transitional kitchen in Salt Lake City with medium hardwood floors and grey floor.

Upper library room. Design: Andrew Simpson Architects in collaboration with Charles Anderson Project Team: Andrew Simpson, Michael Barraclough, Emma Parkinson Completed: 2013 Photography: Peter Bennetts

Modern bedroom with natural light and Platform bed
This is an example of a contemporary bedroom in Other with blue walls and light hardwood floors.