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

Jodi Craine
アトランタにあるお手頃価格の広いモダン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、コーナー設置型シャワー、一体型トイレ 、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、濃色無垢フローリング、大理石の洗面台、グレーの壁、茶色い床、開き戸のシャワー、アンダーカウンター洗面器、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Guest Bathroom, post renovation
他の地域にあるお手頃価格の小さ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、茶色いキャビネット、一体型トイレ 、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、クオーツストーンの洗面台、引戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、洗面台1つ、造り付け洗面台、白い床、コーナー設置型シャワー) の写真

ブリスベンにある高級な小さな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、コーナー設置型シャワー、一体型トイレ 、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、開き戸のシャワー、ニッチ、洗面台1つ、独立型洗面台) の写真

Letting the Bohemian vibe flow a little more freely in this bathroom, the tile floor lends an artistic flair. The leaded glass mirrors, classic Medallion cabinetry vanity and sliding barn door keep this gorgeous bathroom in line with the farmhouse style of the rest of the house.

In this modern style bathroom, the consistent color palette of the floor, wall and ceiling creates a continuous look that makes the area look huge. While the use of wood in the vanity, floor, and panel, creates distinction from the wet and dry area of the bathroom. It's a clever design to maintain an open space! Built by ULFBUILT. Contact us today to learn morre.

Graham Gaunt
他の地域にある小さ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) (壁掛け式トイレ、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、コンソール型シンク、マルチカラーの床、オープンシャワー、コーナー設置型シャワー、グレーの壁) の写真

ナッシュビルにある中くらい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) (黒いキャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、分離型トイレ、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、グレーの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、茶色い床、引戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター) の写真

お手頃価格の小さなエクレクティックスタイルのおしゃれなバスルーム (浴槽なし) (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、グレーの壁、一体型シンク、オープンシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、照明) の写真

シカゴ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バスルーム (浴槽なし) (アルコーブ型シャワー、分離型トイレ、茶色いタイル、サブウェイタイル、グレーの壁、大理石の床、ペデスタルシンク、グレーの床、シャワーカーテン) の写真

Adam Scott
ロンド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 (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、グレーのキャビネット、バリアフリー、一体型トイレ 、サブウェイタイル、グレーの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、ペデスタルシンク、ベージュの床、開き戸のシャワー) の写真

Photos by Darby Kate Photography
ダラスにある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 (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 、一体型トイレ 、グレーのタイル、白いタイル、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、御影石の洗面台、サブウェイタイル、シャワーカーテン) の写真

Red Ranch Studio photography
ニューヨークにあるラグジュアリーな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 (アルコーブ型浴槽、分離型トイレ、グレーの壁、セラミックタイルの床、白いタイル、ベッセル式洗面器、オープンシャワー、ヴィンテージ仕上げキャビネット、洗い場付きシャワー、サブウェイタイル、人工大理石カウンター、グレーの床、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Kemper cabinetry, Larsen door style, Cloud painted finish, Caesarstone frosty Carrina, Backsplash Biscuit 2 x 8 subway tile, 60/40 stainless steel sink, Faucet kitche: moen Align series, Hardware: Berenson Swagger Pull, Bosch appliances

Custom frameless shower by Cutting Edge Glass in Northern New Jersey.
ニューヨーク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浴室 (コーナー設置型シャワー、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、茶色い床、引戸のシャワー) 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

This hall bath, prior to the remodel, was a 2 part bath with tub and toilet in one, and the vanity in the other part separated by a wall with a door. We turned it into one sinlge space, and with the use of handmade (irregular) subway tile and Carrara marble turned it into a monochromatic yet fresh and elegant hall bath with a soothing Spa-like ambience. A freestanding open-shelf vanity with a shaped mirror is the focal point. Photo: Sabine Klingler Kane, KK Design Koncepts, Laguna Niguel, CA

www.jeremykohm.com
トロントにある高級な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 (猫足バスタブ、サブウェイタイル、大理石の床、緑のキャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、白いタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、グレーの壁、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット) の写真

This Wyoming master bath felt confined with an inefficient layout. Although the existing bathroom was a good size, an awkwardly placed dividing wall made it impossible for two people to be in it at the same time. Taking down the dividing wall made the room feel much more open and allowed warm, natural light to come in. To take advantage of all that sunshine, an elegant soaking tub was placed right by the window, along with a unique, black subway tile and quartz tub ledge. Adding contrast to the dark tile is a beautiful wood vanity with ultra-convenient drawer storage. Gold fi xtures bring warmth and luxury, and add a perfect fi nishing touch to this spa-like retreat.