Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Lakefront property in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is hard to come by, so when we were hired by this young family with exactly that, we were immediately inspired by not just the unusually large footprint of this 1950’s colonial revival but also the lovely views of the manmade lake it was sited on. The large 5-bedroom home was solidly stuck in the 1980’s, but we saw tons of potential. We started out by updating the existing staircase with a fresh coat of paint and adding new herringbone slate to the entry hall. The powder room off the entryway also got a refresh - new flooring, new cabinets and fixtures. We ran the new slate right through into this space for some consistency. A fun wallpaper and shiplap trim add a welcoming feel and set the tone for the home. Next, we tackled the kitchen. Located away from the rest of the first floor, the kitchen felt a little isolated, so we immediately began planning for how to better connect it to the rest of the first floor. We landed on removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room and designed a modified galley style space with separate cooking and clean up zones. The cooking zone consists of the refrigerator, prep sink and cooktop, along with a nice long run of prep space at the island. The cleanup side of the kitchen consists of the main sink and dishwasher. Both areas are situated so that the user can view the lake during prep work and cleanup! One of the home’s main puzzles was how to incorporate the mudroom and area in front of the patio doors at the back of the house. We already had a breakfast table area, so the space by the patio doors was a bit of a no man’s land. We decided to separate the kitchen proper from what became the new mudroom with a large set of barn doors. That way you can quickly hide any mudroom messes but have easy access to the light coming in through the patio doors as well as the outdoor grilling station. We also love the impact the barn doors add to the overall space. The homeowners’ first words to us were “it’s time to ditch the brown,” so we did! We chose a lovely blue pallet that reflects the home’s location on the lake which is also vibrant yet easy on the eye. Countertops are white quartz, and the natural oak floor works well with the other honey accents. The breakfast table was given a refresh with new chairs, chandelier and window treatments that frame the gorgeous views of the lake out the back. We coordinated the slate mudroom flooring with that used in the home’s main entrance for a consistent feel. The storage area consists of open and closed storage to allow for some clutter control as needed. Next on our “to do” list was revamping the dated brown bar area in the neighboring dining room. We eliminated the clutter by adding some closed cabinets and did some easy updates to help the space feel more current. One snag we ran into here was the discovery of a beam above the existing open shelving that had to be modified with a smaller structural beam to allow for our new design to work. This was an unexpected surprise, but in the end we think it was well worth it! We kept the colors here a bit more muted to blend with the homeowner’s existing furnishings. Open shelving and polished nickel hardware add some simple detail to the new entertainment zone which also looks out onto the lake! Next we tackled the upstairs starting with the homeowner’s son’s bath. The bath originally had both a tub shower and a separate shower, so we decided to swap out the shower for a new laundry area. This freed up some space downstairs in what used to be the mudroom/laundry room and is much more convenient for daily laundry needs. We continued the blue palette here with navy cabinetry and the navy tile in the shower. Porcelain floor tile and chrome fixtures keep maintenance to a minimum while matte black mirrors and lighting add some depth the design. A low maintenance runner adds some warmth underfoot and ties the whole space together. We added a pocket door to the bathroom to minimize interference with the door swings. The left door of the laundry closet is on a 180 degree hinge to allow for easy full access to the machines. Next we tackled the master bath which is an en suite arrangement. The original was typical of the 1980’s with the vanity outside of the bathroom, situated near the master closet. And the brown theme continued here with multiple shades of brown. Our first move was to segment off the bath and the closet from the master bedroom. We created a short hall from the bedroom to the bathroom with his and hers walk-in closets on the left and right as well as a separate toilet closet outside of the main bathroom for privacy and flexibility. The original bathroom had a giant soaking tub with steps (dangerous!) as well as a small shower that did not work well for our homeowner who is 6’3”. With other bathtubs in the home, they decided to eliminate the tub and create an oversized shower which takes up the space where the old tub was located. The double vanity is on the opposite wall and a bench is located under the window for morning conversations and a place to set a couple of towels. The pallet in here is light and airy with a mix of blond wood, creamy porcelain and marble tile, and brass accents. A simple roman shade adds some texture and it’s top-down mechanism allows for light and privacy. This large whole house remodel gave our homeowners not only the ability to maximize the potential of their home but also created a lovely new frame from which to view their fabulous lake views. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Dan Rockafellow Photography Sandstone Quartzite Countertops Flagstone Flooring Real stone shower wall with slate side walls Wall-Mounted copper faucet and copper sink Dark green ceiling (not shown) Over-scale rustic pendant lighting Custom shower curtain Green stained vanity cabinet with dimming toe-kick lighting

Mia Mortensen © 2016 Houzz
ウィルトシャーにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなエクレクティックスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (白いキャビネット、白いタイル、磁器タイル、白い壁、玉石タイル、一体型シンク、ラミネートカウンター、レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

他の地域にあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (家具調キャビネット、黒いキャビネット、バリアフリー、分離型トイレ、白いタイル、セラミックタイル、オレンジの壁、セラミックタイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、黒い床、開き戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター) の写真

Cornice con foto del cliente in bianco e nero per dare personalità al bagno. Smalto color cipria alle pareti.
ミラノにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、淡色木目調キャビネット、置き型浴槽、一体型トイレ 、グレーのタイル、磁器タイル、ピンクの壁、磁器タイルの床、ベッセル式洗面器、ラミネートカウンター、グレーの床、白い洗面カウンター、洗面台1つ、フローティング洗面台) の写真

Jay Adams
高級な中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、分離型トイレ、白い壁、ベッセル式洗面器、中間色木目調キャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、グレーのタイル、赤いタイル、石タイル、珪岩の洗面台) の写真

Meero
クレルモン・フェランにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、ドロップイン型浴槽、壁掛け式トイレ、白いタイル、セラミックタイル、白い壁、セラミックタイルの床、コンソール型シンク、ラミネートカウンター、グレーの床、白い洗面カウンター) の写真

Geometric designer banded shade in this master bedroom. Creates a pleasing optical illusion.
ボストンにある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (茶色いキャビネット、一体型トイレ 、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、オープンシャワー、ブラウンの洗面カウンター) の写真

One of the most striking changes one can do in a bathroom remodel is go from a tub to a walk in shower. This is a trend that is catching on and getting more and more popular with people realizing that comfort is more important in the present time than resale value is in 20 years.

Anche i bagni sono stati rivestiti con carte da parati Fornasetti seguendo i colori e lo stile dell'abitazione. Quello del padrone di casa predilige il colore nero e bianco ripresi nelle piastrelle e nella carta da parati malachite. Quello della padrona di casa vede il nero abbinarsi al rosso e all'oro e impreziosito dai "Soli"

Danielle Khoury
ダラスにある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな子供用バスルーム (ベッセル式洗面器、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、珪岩の洗面台、ドロップイン型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、グレーのタイル、石タイル、ピンクの壁、磁器タイルの床) の写真

Gabrielle Touchette
他の地域にある中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれな浴室 (猫足バスタブ、洗い場付きシャワー、分離型トイレ、モノトーンのタイル、セラミックタイル、マルチカラーの壁、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台) の写真

Mt. Washington, CA - Complete Bathroom remodel Installation of tile, vanity, countertop and a fresh paint to finish.
ロサンゼルスにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (オープンシェルフ、白いキャビネット、赤いタイル、珪岩の洗面台、白い洗面カウンター、分離型トイレ、セラミックタイル、赤い壁、ベッセル式洗面器、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、シャワーカーテン、ニッチ、洗面台1つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

This bathroom is a girl's dream. Cheerful red walls, an Italianate mirror, and decorative jeweled sconces are the perfect feminine décor style for any girl. Quartzite countertop and backsplash over a white vanity with glass knobs make this bathroom a custom retreat. Carlos Vergara Photography

ボルチモアにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなバスルーム (浴槽なし) (レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、淡色木目調キャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、ベージュのタイル、セラミックタイル、赤い壁、セラミックタイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、ラミネートカウンター) の写真

Ronan Cooreman, architecte d'intérieur Lille, Paris, Le Touquet. Rénovation d'une salle de bain et réorganisation de l'espace. Intégration d'une baignoire ilôt pour les enfants, grande douche ouverte et pare douche sur mesure. Association blanc et rose.

Spacecrafting Photography
ミネアポリスにある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな子供用バスルーム (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、置き型浴槽、洗い場付きシャワー、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、開き戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、白いタイル、白い壁、分離型トイレ、セラミックタイル、磁器タイルの床、ベージュの床) の写真

Anche i bagni sono stati rivestiti con carte da parati Fornasetti seguendo i colori e lo stile dell'abitazione. Quello del padrone di casa predilige il colore nero e bianco ripresi nelle piastrelle e nella carta da parati malachite. Quello della padrona di casa vede il nero abbinarsi al rosso e all'oro e impreziosito dai "Soli"

Jay Adams
高級な中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、分離型トイレ、白い壁、ベッセル式洗面器、中間色木目調キャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、グレーのタイル、赤いタイル、石タイル、珪岩の洗面台) の写真