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

Quick and easy update with to a full guest bathroom we did in conjunction with the owner's suite bathroom with Landmark Remodeling. We made sure that the changes were cost effective and still had a wow factor to them. We did a luxury vinyl plank to save money and did a tiled shower surround with decorative feature to heighten the finish level. We also did mixed metals and an equal balance of tan and gray to keep it from being trendy.

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.

Tile wainscot and floor with grey shaker vanity.
ワシントンD.C.にある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、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、セラミックタイル、グレーの壁、モザイクタイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、御影石の洗面台、マルチカラーの床、シャワーカーテン、グレーの洗面カウンター、ニッチ、洗面台1つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

デンバーにあるモダン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、白いキャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、アルコーブ型シャワー、壁掛け式トイレ、白いタイル、グレーの壁、セラミックタイルの床、オーバーカウンターシンク、グレーの床、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) の写真

Modern Mid-Century style primary bathroom remodeling in Alexandria, VA with walnut flat door vanity, light gray painted wall, gold fixtures, black accessories, subway wall tiles and star patterned porcelain floor tiles.

We divided 1 oddly planned bathroom into 2 whole baths to make this family of four SO happy! Mom even got her own special bathroom so she doesn't have to share with hubby and the 2 small boys any more.

オーランドにあるお手頃価格の小さ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、一体型トイレ 、白いタイル、磁器タイル、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、珪岩の洗面台、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、独立型洗面台) 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

What was once a dark, unwelcoming alcove is now a bright, luxurious haven. The over-sized soaker fills this extra large space and is complimented with 3 x 12 subway tiles. The contrasting grout color speaks to the black fixtures and accents throughout the room. We love the custom-sized niches that perfectly hold the client's "jellies and jams."

シャーロット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 (濃色木目調キャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、分離型トイレ、グレーのタイル、セラミックタイル、グレーの壁、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、マルチカラーの床、シャワーカーテン、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

他の地域にある広い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) (レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、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、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、シャワーカーテン、白い洗面カウンター) の写真

サンフランシスコにある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) (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、分離型トイレ、グレーのタイル、磁器タイル、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、白い床、シャワーカーテン、ブラウンの洗面カウンター) の写真

A corner shower with a radial curb maximizes space. Glass blocks, built into the existing window opening add light and the solid surface window sill and window surround provide a waterproof barrier. Andrea Rugg

ルイビルにある低価格の小さ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) (分離型トイレ、ベージュのタイル、グレーの壁、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、アルコーブ型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、セラミックタイル、大理石の床、白い床、シャワーカーテン) の写真

Bathroom #2 with shower - Same tile.
ウィルミントン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 (アルコーブ型シャワー、白いタイル、セラミックタイル、グレーの壁、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、白い床、シャワーカーテン) の写真

シカゴ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マスターバスルーム (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、ドロップイン型浴槽、シャワー付き浴槽 、分離型トイレ、白いタイル、磁器タイル、淡色無垢フローリング、オーバーカウンターシンク、ソープストーンの洗面台、ベージュの床、シャワーカーテン、グレーの壁) の写真

リッチモンドにあるコンテンポラリー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、緑のタイル、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、白い床、シャワーカーテン) の写真

Our clients wanted their hall bathroom to also serve as their little boys bathroom, so we went with a more masculine aesthetic with this bathroom remodel!