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

オクラホマシティにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、ベージュのキャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、ベージュのタイル、白いタイル、白い壁、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、ベージュの床、開き戸のシャワー、グレーの洗面カウンター、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

Rebecca Westover
ソルトレイクシティにある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 (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、ベージュのキャビネット、白いタイル、大理石タイル、白い壁、大理石の床、一体型シンク、大理石の洗面台、白い床、白い洗面カウンター) の写真

Image of Guest Bathroom. In this high contrast bathroom the dark Navy Blue vanity and shower wall tile installed in chevron pattern pop off of this otherwise neutral, white space. The white grout helps to accentuate the tile pattern on the blue accent wall in the shower for more interest.

A compact bathroom was updated with finishes honoring the historic home. Maximum storage is incorporated into the vanity. Inset mirrors help expand the brightness and feeling of space. Living un-lacquered brass fixtures are used through out the home to honor its vintage charm.

ミネアポリス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、ベージュのキャビネット、置き型浴槽、バリアフリー、一体型トイレ 、白い壁、セメントタイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、グレーの床、オープンシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、トイレ室、洗面台2つ、フローティング洗面台) の写真

Shale bathroom vanity with large recessed medicine cabinet for storage. Clean Iconic White quartz counter top and wood tile plank flooring. Photos by VLG Photography

This stunning master bath remodel is a place of peace and solitude from the soft muted hues of white, gray and blue to the luxurious deep soaking tub and shower area with a combination of multiple shower heads and body jets. The frameless glass shower enclosure furthers the open feel of the room, and showcases the shower’s glittering mosaic marble and polished nickel fixtures.

Photo by Molly Winters
オースティンにあるお手頃価格の小さなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな浴室 (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、バリアフリー、一体型トイレ 、グレーのタイル、大理石タイル、大理石の床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、グレーの床、開き戸のシャワー、グレーの洗面カウンター) の写真

White candles in recessed nooks in master bathroom.
サンタバーバラにある地中海スタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (置き型浴槽、セラミックタイル、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、ベージュのキャビネット、ベージュの壁、ライムストーンの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、ベージュの床、ベージュのカウンター) の写真

Master Bathroom Addition with custom double vanity. White herringbone tile with white wall subway tile. white pebble shower floor tile. Walnut rounded vanity mirrors. Brizo Fixtures. Cabinet hardware by School House Electric. Photo Credit: Amy Bartlam

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architect: Murphy & Co . Design | Interiors: Twist Interior Design | Landscaping: TOPO | Photographer: Corey Gaffer
ミネアポリスにある広い地中海スタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (置き型浴槽、白い壁、大理石の床、大理石の洗面台、白い床、青いキャビネット、グレーのタイル、大理石タイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

シカゴにある高級な巨大なトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、ベージュのキャビネット、置き型浴槽、コーナー設置型シャワー、一体型トイレ 、モノトーンのタイル、大理石タイル、ベージュの壁、大理石の床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、白い床、開き戸のシャワー) の写真

ロンドンにある高級な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、ベージュのキャビネット、オープン型シャワー、壁掛け式トイレ、白いタイル、セラミックタイル、ベージュの壁、セラミックタイルの床、コンソール型シンク、珪岩の洗面台、マルチカラーの床、オープンシャワー、グレーの洗面カウンター、ニッチ、洗面台2つ、フローティング洗面台、折り上げ天井) の写真

コロンバスにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな浴室 (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、置き型浴槽、コーナー設置型シャワー、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、グレーの床、開き戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

ロンドンにある高級なトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、ベージュのキャビネット、ドロップイン型浴槽、コーナー設置型シャワー、ベージュのタイル、磁器タイル、ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、オーバーカウンターシンク、大理石の洗面台、ベージュの床、開き戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、トイレ室、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

We planned a thoughtful redesign of this beautiful home while retaining many of the existing features. We wanted this house to feel the immediacy of its environment. So we carried the exterior front entry style into the interiors, too, as a way to bring the beautiful outdoors in. In addition, we added patios to all the bedrooms to make them feel much bigger. Luckily for us, our temperate California climate makes it possible for the patios to be used consistently throughout the year. The original kitchen design did not have exposed beams, but we decided to replicate the motif of the 30" living room beams in the kitchen as well, making it one of our favorite details of the house. To make the kitchen more functional, we added a second island allowing us to separate kitchen tasks. The sink island works as a food prep area, and the bar island is for mail, crafts, and quick snacks. We designed the primary bedroom as a relaxation sanctuary – something we highly recommend to all parents. It features some of our favorite things: a cognac leather reading chair next to a fireplace, Scottish plaid fabrics, a vegetable dye rug, art from our favorite cities, and goofy portraits of the kids. --- Project designed by Courtney Thomas Design in La Cañada. Serving Pasadena, Glendale, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, and Altadena. For more about Courtney Thomas Design, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/portfolio/functional-ranch-house-design/

Jack and Jill bathroom with a shiplap backsplash
オレンジカウンティにある地中海スタイルのおしゃれな浴室 (青いキャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、白い壁、磁器タイルの床、オーバーカウンターシンク、珪岩の洗面台、オープンシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

Ensuite bathroom featuring custom cabinetry and walk-in shower. Custom Cabinetry by Ayr Cabinet Co.; Lighting by Kendall Lighting Center; Tile by Halsey Tile Co. Plumbing Fixtures & Bath Hardware by Ferguson; Design by Nanci Wirt of N. Wirt Design & Gallery; Images by Marie Martin Kinney; General Contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. Products: Brown maple painted & glazed cabinets. White Diamond quartzite countertop with leathered finish. Artistic Tile Jazz Glass in Billie Ombre Blue and Ice White on the shower walls. Trapezium Ice White matte porcelain tile on the floor. Brizo plumbing fixtures and bathroom hardware in Brilliance Luxe Gold. DXV undermount bathroom sink and toilet.