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

An outdated 1920's bathroom in Bayside Queens was turned into a refreshed, classic and timeless space that utilized the very limited space to its maximum capacity. The cabinets were once outdated and a dark brown that made the space look even smaller. Now, they are a bright white, accompanied by white subway tile, a light quartzite countertop and polished chrome hardware throughout. What made all the difference was the use of the tiny hex tile floors. We were also diligent to keep the shower enclosure a clear glass and stainless steel.

チャールストンにある高級な中くらいなビーチ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、青いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、コーナー設置型シャワー、分離型トイレ、サブウェイタイル、白い壁、モザイクタイル、大理石の洗面台、白い床、シャワーカーテン、白い洗面カウンター、洗面台1つ、造り付け洗面台、壁紙) の写真

ロサンゼルスにあるお手頃価格の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 (インセット扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、一体型トイレ 、白いタイル、白い壁、ラミネートの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、クオーツストーンの洗面台、茶色い床、白い洗面カウンター、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台、洗い場付きシャワー、開き戸のシャワー) の写真

他の地域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、白いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、白いタイル、モザイクタイル、青い壁、モザイクタイル、コンソール型シンク、白い床、オープンシャワー、洗面台1つ、フローティング洗面台) の写真

ロサンゼルスにあるカントリー風のおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (アンダーカウンター洗面器、クオーツストーンの洗面台、グレーの床、白い洗面カウンター、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、白いタイル、白い壁、モザイクタイル、シャワーカーテン、洗面台1つ、フローティング洗面台) の写真

ニューアークにあるトランジ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、白いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、白い壁、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、白い床、グレーの洗面カウンター) の写真

Re-using all existing locations, we were able to completely transform this hall bathroom. The new design is clean, modern, and minimal, with white walls & cabinets, mixed metal finishes and blue penny tiles. This room proves that simple can be impactful and beautiful.

ワシントンD.C.にあるお手頃価格の小さなモダン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、グレーのキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、分離型トイレ、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、グレーの壁、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、白い床、シャワーカーテン、グレーの洗面カウンター) の写真

サンディエゴにある中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれな子供用バスルーム (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、茶色いキャビネット、シャワー付き浴槽 、一体型トイレ 、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、白い壁、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、クオーツストーンの洗面台、白い床、引戸のシャワー、アルコーブ型浴槽) の写真

Image arts photo
シアトルにある高級な小さ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、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、分離型トイレ、白いタイル、モザイクタイル、グレーの壁、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、クオーツストーンの洗面台、グレーの床、シャワーカーテン) の写真

Build Well Construction
ミネアポリス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バスルーム (浴槽なし) (家具調キャビネット、白いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、分離型トイレ、モノトーンのタイル、セラミックタイル、青い壁、モザイクタイル、ベッセル式洗面器、木製洗面台) の写真

Guest Bathroom Photo: Elizabeth Dooley
ニューヨークにあるお手頃価格の小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな浴室 (淡色木目調キャビネット、壁掛け式トイレ、白いタイル、壁付け型シンク、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、サブウェイタイル、モザイクタイル、グレーの壁、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

ロサンゼルスにあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな浴室 (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、白いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、分離型トイレ、白いタイル、グレーの壁、モザイクタイル) の写真

Aaron Leitz Photography
サンフランシスコにあるお手頃価格の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、白いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、モザイクタイル、白い床) の写真

Gray tones playfulness a kid’s bathroom in Oak Park. This bath was design with kids in mind but still to have the aesthetic lure of a beautiful guest bathroom. The flooring is made out of gray and white hexagon tiles with different textures to it, creating a playful puzzle of colors and creating a perfect anti slippery surface for kids to use. The walls tiles are 3x6 gray subway tile with glossy finish for an easy to clean surface and to sparkle with the ceiling lighting layout. A semi-modern vanity design brings all the colors together with darker gray color and quartz countertop. In conclusion a bathroom for everyone to enjoy and admire.

ロサンゼルス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 (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、黒いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、モノトーンのタイル、サブウェイタイル、白い壁、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、黒い床、グレーの洗面カウンター、洗面台1つ、独立型洗面台) の写真

Fun turquoise mermaid tile backsplash in a girls' shared bathroom. Remodeled space includes new custom vanity, lighting, bamboo mirrors, aged brass faucets, penny floor tile, and vintage style runner. Photo by Emily Kennedy Photography.

ミネアポリスにある広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれな子供用バスルーム (白いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、一体型トイレ 、サブウェイタイル、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、白い床、シャワーカーテン、白いタイル、青い壁) の写真