Articles by Suzanne Ennis

A kitchen backsplash in a light neutral is impervious to color fads and works with any cabinet finish. But while going neutral may be a safe choice, it needn’t be a boring one. See how textures, layouts and patterns add visual interest and style to ne…

Whether a work-from-home setup occupies a spare closet or a spacious room, it faces a common set of design challenges. For example, its cords and cables need to be handy but hidden (or at least neatly organized). Its layout needs to be efficient and e…

The wall space between your kitchen countertop and ceiling presents an opportunity to add color, pattern or texture — or all of the above. In these makeovers, pros used repeated geometric tile designs to create kitchen backsplashes that range from sub…

The wall space between your kitchen countertop and ceiling presents an opportunity to add color, pattern or texture — or all of the above. In these makeovers, pros used repeated geometric tile designs to create kitchen backsplashes that range from sub…

Alfresco showers have myriad uses, including rinsing off sand, washing muddy dogs and giving your bathing experience a resort-vacation vibe. If you’re looking for some inspiration and tips to get you started on creating your own outdoor shower, check …

This Seattle-area couple with two growing children wanted some space just for themselves in their small ranch-style home. So they hired architect Miriam Larson, whose portfolio and project photos they researched on Houzz, to design a primary suite add…

Pairing a natural-wood-tone island with painted perimeter cabinets is an attractive and relatively subtle way to add personality and warmth to a kitchen. It can also make a large kitchen feel less monolithic and be a sweet spot for homeowners who can’…

If your idea of alfresco fun includes mixing drinks and pulling pints, consider adding a bar to your outdoor entertaining space. These popular setups can be as simple as a couple of stools pulled up to a bar cart or as tricked-out as an indoor-outdoor…

A Minnesota couple who dreamed of owning a getaway place on the Oregon coast had homed in on a parcel of land in the small town of Manzanita. But before they sealed the deal, they looked to Rehkamp Larson Architects for advice. The lot was extremely s…

Sure, you could keep a car in your detached garage. But if you park in your driveway anyway, how much more useful and fun would it be if that garage were a guesthouse, office, workout room, party pad or art studio instead? Get inspired by how remodeli…