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Ken Gutmaker

Ken Gutmaker is an architectural photographer based in San Francisco. He has been photographing homes for national publications for over 20 years. His recent books include; Inside the Not So Big House, The Farmhouse and The Barefoot Home. More of his work can be seen at http://www.kengutmaker.com/.

The Wall Slips Away

In this renovated Victorian home in San Francisco, these glass sliders open to let the room expand to the second floor deck. Beams were added to support the wide opening…
A Room Transformed

This elegant living room space had “a long road to travel” to get to its current state. The designer puts it this way . . . “You know those silly…
A Classic Farmhouse

Views from inside and out.
Bathroom Renovation

A great cast iron sink with two faucets anchors this bright and sunny bathroom. Designed for a family with three small children, this bathroom is functional and playful at the…
A Bright and Open Kitchen

Clean lines and a bright palate help define this open kitchen. Each element, including the tile backsplash, light countertops, white cabinets with sleek drawer pulls, contribute to the rooms overall…
“Eight Ball, Corner Pocket”

This is a dynamic and creative solution to a nagging problem in almost all kitchens. The corner space between cabinets is a difficult area to access and use in a…
California Dreamin

In California many design decisions come back to opening up your home to the outdoors. This can vastly expand ones usable square footage without adding any building expense, which comes…
A Loft Bedroom

The exposed wood support beam, along with angles created by roof eves shapes the experience of this loft bedroom. A clean palate, natural wood floors, white walls and white exterior…
A Bedroom with room to dream

Although deceptively simple in design this well thought out bedroom is gracious and soothing. The materials used and sparse furnishings add up to a quiet and serene space. Radical…
A Room of One’s Own

Creating a space that is dedicated to a specific activity is a glorious way to get things done. Whether it is a woodshop, painting studio, writers room, or gardening shed,…