Kitchen

This Swedish prefab cabin by

“The studio is designed to give you vistas and sight lines across the whole garden,” Andrew says.

Corrugated steel walls help reflect the light that pours in through the large windows throughout the home. "There's really no need to turn lights on during the day," explains Patnaik.

The interior side of the pivot door is outfitted with pale plywood that joins with the plywood walls.

The walls now have 10

Pros: Laminate is at the low end of the price range for countertops, is scratch- and stain-resistant, and comes in a tremendous range of colors. It’s also easy to install, making it a viable DIY option for the handy crowd. Cons: Because laminate countertops are created by layering pieces of plywood and plastic, edges can chip off easily, and the surface can even melt if too much heat is applied directly.