Turn that Barn into a Guest House!
This was our first project, finished 21 years ago. A basic hay barn turned super guest and entertaining space. High lacquer clear fir woodwork, leather walls and a soapstone masonry heater highlight this enduring design. Click Here for more.

How about a custom fireplace surround with charred and brushed oak and a wax finish? This is a freshly built surround, but the bookcases either side used to be original track-house-white-painted, run of the mill issue.
Make it unique
Floating steel shelves are the centerpiece of this Ikea based kitchen renovation. See a few before and after pics here.
Make it Modern
I see that fixture is still missing in this photo, but this kitchenette with wood wall feature packs a big punch for a little space. Part of an addition that includes a guest bedroom and bathroom, new entry for the residence and a rooftop patio with glass railings.