Newly constructed double vanity bath with separate soaking tub and shower for two teenage sisters. Subway tile, herringbone tile, porcelain handle lever faucets, and schoolhouse style light fixtures give a vintage twist to a contemporary bath.

  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

リッチモンドにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれな浴室 (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、グレーのキャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、白いタイル、青い壁、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、白い床、開き戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、サブウェイタイル、大理石の洗面台) の写真

ワシントンD.C.にあるカントリー風のおしゃれな浴室 (黒いキャビネット、分離型トイレ、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、ベージュの壁、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、マルチカラーの床、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Light filled en suite bathroom oozing spa vibes.
メルボルンにある高級な広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな浴室 (洗面台1つ、モザイクタイル、人工大理石カウンター、グレーの洗面カウンター、ニッチ) の写真

Floors tiled in 'Lombardo' hexagon mosaic honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Shower wall tiled in 'Lombardo' large format honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Brassware is by Gessi in the finish 706 (Blackened Chrome) | Bronze mirror feature wall comprised of 3 bevelled panels | Custom vanity unit and cabinetry made by Luxe Projects London | Stone sink fabricated by AC Stone & Ceramic out of Oribico marble

シャーロット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浴室 (青いキャビネット、ベージュの壁、モザイクタイル、クオーツストーンの洗面台、ベージュの床、白い洗面カウンター、洗面台2つ、独立型洗面台) の写真

ロサンゼルスにある広い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、濃色木目調キャビネット、置き型浴槽、洗い場付きシャワー、白いタイル、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、開き戸のシャワー、グレーの洗面カウンター、洗面台2つ、フローティング洗面台、大理石の洗面台、三角天井、白い天井) の写真

オースティンにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (白いキャビネット、バリアフリー、分離型トイレ、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、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、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Design and Photography by I SPY DIY
ミネアポリスにあるおしゃれな浴室 (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、バリアフリー、青いタイル、青い壁、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、黒い床、オープンシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、洗面台1つ、独立型洗面台) の写真

A simple clean and elegant bathroom design. Large mitered niche speaks practicality while the floor and wall contrast combines the natural with the ultra modern

This striking ledger wall adds a dramatic effect to a completely redesigned Master Bath...behind that amazing wall is a bright marble shower. with a river rock floor.

Sophisticated powder room featuring black and white, mixed materials and gold accents. Client wanted a glamorous vibe with a bit of whimsy.
ニューヨーク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バスルーム (浴槽なし) (白いキャビネット、壁掛け式トイレ、黒いタイル、グレーのタイル、磁器タイル、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、白い洗面カウンター、マルチカラーの床、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Carolyn Bates
バーリントンにあるラグジュアリーな広いシャビーシック調のおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (ベージュの壁、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、ベージュのキャビネット、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

ロサンゼルスにある高級な中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなバスルーム (浴槽なし) (オープンシャワー、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、緑の壁、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、白い洗面カウンター、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Photo of a traditional bathroom in New York City. Thassos marble subway tiles with Blue Celeste mosaic and slabs Photo: Elizabeth Dooley
ニューヨークにある高級な小さ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 (グレーのキャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、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、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、独立型洗面台) の写真

© Paul Finkel Photography
オースティンにあるラグジュアリーな広い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 (モザイクタイル、ペデスタルシンク、白いタイル、黄色い壁、モザイクタイル) の写真

Main Floor Bathroom Renovation
トロントにあるお手頃価格の小さなインダストリアルスタイルのおしゃれなバスルーム (浴槽なし) (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、分離型トイレ、白いタイル、セラミックタイル、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、グレーの床、オープンシャワー、黒い洗面カウンター、ニッチ、洗面台1つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

Eric Staudenmaier
他の地域にあるラグジュアリーな広いカントリー風のおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (猫足バスタブ、白い壁、モザイクタイル、白い床、コーナー設置型シャワー、グレーのタイル、大理石タイル、大理石の洗面台、開き戸のシャワー、濃色木目調キャビネット、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真