David Duncan Livingston

With an open plan and exposed structure, every interior element had to be beautiful and functional. Here you can see the massive concrete fireplace as it defines four areas. On one side, it is a wood burning fireplace with firewood as it's artwork. On another side it has additional dish storage carved out of the concrete for the kitchen and dining. The last two sides pinch down to create a more intimate library space at the back of the fireplace. Photo by Lincoln Barber

Photo credit: Laurey W. Glenn/Southern Living

Cati Teague Photography for Gina Sims Designs

Not only was this kitchen a huge aesthetic transformation from the yellow tones that existed before it, but we increased valuable working and storage space for these cooks! In addition, these grandparents have more than enough little guys to fit into island banquette that was custom built around their oversized island. What a statement! Cabinetry: Ultracraft, Sarasota door in Melted Brie Countertop: Caesarstone quartz 3cm Frosty Carrina Backsplash: Daltile Artigiano 3x12 Milan Arena Hardware: Atlas Wadsworth pull in Brushed Satin Nickel Sink: Blanco Diamons Silgranit 1-3/4 bowl in Cinder Faucet: Rohl, Michael Berman Pull-Down Faucet in satin nickel

Brantley Photography

Mick Hales

Dramatic navy walls are particularly romantic for night time dinner parties. The stunning chandelier, by Arhaus, sets the tone for this decidedly grown-up space. Dining chairs, upholstered in Perennial Navy are from RH.

Eric Malinski

Architect: Sala Architects | Builder: Merdan Custom Builders Inc. | Photography: Spacecrafting

Breakfast room

These empty nesters decided to downsize when their last child left for college. Having lived in a very tarditional home for years, the homeowners saw this as an opportunity to live a totally new lifestyle. Clean, contemporary, and less fussy was the overall theme of this remodel.

Photo Credit - David Bader