Outdoor entertaining at its elegant best. A pergola designates the dining space of the patio and allows for overhead lighting and electricity. Photography by www.macdonaldphoto.com. Interior design by Marie Christine Design of NYC.

Dallas Rugs provided this hand knotted wool and silk rug to our interior design client, RSVP Design Services. The photography is by Dan Piassick. Please contact us at info@dallasrugs.com for more rug options. Please contact RSVP Design Services for more information regarding other items in this photo. http://www.houzz.com/pro/rsvpdesignservices/rsvp-design-services

Photography: Alexis Hamilton

Photo by Lincoln Barbour

Coffered ceiling and custom-built, interior-lit china cabinets with leaded glass doors and glass shelving. Deep archway and custom shelving connecting to foyer. Fireplace with polished Lavarita layered slab with ogee edges.

A 50 foot long dining pavilion crafted from iron lattice provides a romantic canopy for alfresco entertaining. Photos by Michael McCreary

Photography by Dan Piassick

Remodel of a two-story residence in the heart of South Austin. The entire first floor was opened up and the kitchen enlarged and upgraded to meet the demands of the homeowners who love to cook and entertain. The upstairs master bathroom was also completely renovated and features a large, luxurious walk-in shower. Jennifer Ott Design • http://jenottdesign.com/ Photography by Atelier Wong

Carriage House photos by Kate Eldridge

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   My husband and I had the opportunity to completely gut and remodel a very tired 1950’s Garrison colonial. We knew that the idea of a semi-open floor plan would be ideal for our family. Space saving solutions started with the design of a banquet in the kitchen. The banquet’s focal point is the two stained glass windows on either end that help to capture daylight from the adjoining spaces. Material selections for the kitchen were driven by the desire for a bright, casual and uncomplicated look. The plan began with 3 large windows centered over a white farmhouse sink and overlooking the backyard. A large island acts as the kitchen’s work center and rounds out seating options in the room. White inset cabinetry is offset with a mix of materials including soapstone, cherry butcher block, stainless appliances, oak flooring and rustic white tiles that rise to the ceiling creating a dramatic backdrop for an arched range hood. Multiple mullioned glass doors keep the kitchen open, bright and airy. A palette of grayish greens and blues throughout the house helps to meld the white kitchen and trim detail with existing furnishings. In-cabinet lighting as well as task and undercabinet lighting complements the recessed can lights and help to complete the light and airy look of the space. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Chris Snook

URRUTIA DESIGN

Photographer: Augie Salbosa

Tasteful dining with a custom mahogany table set off by a gold leaf pineapple chandelier and table lamps. The natural Conrad Shade window coverings keep the mood soft and warm.

Dining room features custom light fixture large in scale to define the dining area. The round dining table is 72" in diameter and seats 8-10 people. It has a lazy susan in the center!