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

シカゴにある高級な広い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、置き型浴槽、ダブルシャワー、一体型トイレ 、白いタイル、大理石タイル、グレーの壁、大理石の床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、白い床、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

How cool is this? We designed a pull-out tower, in three sections, beside "her" sink, to give the homeowner handy access for her make-up and hair care routine. We even installed the mirror exactly for her height! The sides of the pull-out were done in metal, to maximize the interior width of the shelves, and we even customized it so that the widest items she wanted to store in here would fit on these shelves!

Photos by Shawn Lortie Photography
ワシントンD.C.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浴室 (バリアフリー、グレーのタイル、磁器タイル、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、人工大理石カウンター、グレーの床、オープンシャワー、中間色木目調キャビネット、アンダーカウンター洗面器) の写真

Compact shower room with terrazzo tiles, builting storage, cement basin, black brassware mirrored cabinets
サセックスにある高級な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) (オレンジのキャビネット、オープン型シャワー、壁掛け式トイレ、グレーのタイル、セラミックタイル、グレーの壁、テラゾーの床、壁付け型シンク、コンクリートの洗面台、オレンジの床、開き戸のシャワー、オレンジの洗面カウンター、洗面台1つ、フローティング洗面台) の写真

ニューヨークにあるミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなバスルーム (浴槽なし) (中間色木目調キャビネット、コーナー設置型シャワー、青いタイル、白いタイル、サブウェイタイル、グレーの壁、横長型シンク、グレーの床、オープンシャワー、コンクリートの床、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Photo by Ryan Bent
バーリントンにある中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (中間色木目調キャビネット、白いタイル、セラミックタイル、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、グレーの床、グレーの壁、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

シカゴにある低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 (家具調キャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、コーナー設置型シャワー、グレーの壁、セラミックタイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、クオーツストーンの洗面台、グレーの床、開き戸のシャワー) の写真

A farmhouse style was achieved in this new construction home by keeping the details clean and simple. Shaker style cabinets and square stair parts moldings set the backdrop for incorporating our clients’ love of Asian antiques. We had fun re-purposing the different pieces she already had: two were made into bathroom vanities; and the turquoise console became the star of the house, welcoming visitors as they walk through the front door.

Custom Basement Renovation | Hickory | Bathroom
フィラデルフィアにある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、中間色木目調キャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、分離型トイレ、黒いタイル、茶色いタイル、グレーのタイル、石タイル、グレーの壁、セラミックタイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、御影石の洗面台) の写真

ヒューストンにある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 (白いキャビネット、置き型浴槽、グレーの壁、アンダーカウンター洗面器、白い床、セラミックタイルの床、コーナー設置型シャワー、珪岩の洗面台、開き戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

シアトルにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな浴室 (オープン型シャワー、コンクリートの床、グレーの壁、オープンシャワー、シャワーベンチ、コンクリートの壁) の写真

Calm and serene master with steam shower and double shower head. Low sheen walnut cabinets add warmth and color
シカゴにある高級な広いミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (中間色木目調キャビネット、置き型浴槽、ダブルシャワー、一体型トイレ 、グレーのタイル、大理石タイル、グレーの壁、大理石の床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、クオーツストーンの洗面台、グレーの床、開き戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、シャワーベンチ、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Full tile shower with glass door. Modern, artsy interpretation of retro pink tile bathroom by The Legacy Building Company of Minnetonka, MN
ミネアポリスにある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 (アルコーブ型シャワー、ピンクのタイル、セラミックタイル、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床) の写真

Alexander James
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浴室 (置き型浴槽、大理石タイル、グレーの壁、大理石の床、白い床) の写真

The master bathroom features a custom flat panel vanity with Caesarstone countertop, onyx look porcelain wall tiles, patterned cement floor tiles and a metallic look accent tile around the mirror, over the toilet and on the shampoo niche. The golden sink creates a focal point while still matching the look of the bathroom.

Crown Point Cabinetry
フェニックスにあるお手頃価格の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 (ベッセル式洗面器、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、御影石の洗面台、アルコーブ型シャワー、一体型トイレ 、コンクリートの床、茶色いタイル、グレーの壁、茶色い床、開き戸のシャワー、マルチカラーの洗面カウンター) の写真

This beautifully crafted master bathroom plays off the contrast of the blacks and white while highlighting an off yellow accent. The layout and use of space allows for the perfect retreat at the end of the day.

The large bathroom has a double-ended orange clawfoot tub in the center of the room, with a skylight above for stargazing. The vintage chaise longue is recovered in hand-printed fabric by Kathryn M Ireland. The grey double vanity was sourced through Houzz.com, with George Kovacs sconces from Lumens, and mid-century art from Andy Warhol and Keith Haring, interspersed with mounted antlers to keep the desert theme alive. Moroccan style mirrors add the eclectic touch to the room's decor. Photo by Bret Gum for Flea Market Decor Magazine