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

The main entry features a grand staircase in a double-height space, topped by a custom chendelier.
ニューヨークにあるラグジュアリーな巨大なコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (白い壁、無垢フローリング、ガラスドア、三角天井、パネル壁) の写真

Photography by Brad Knipstein
サンフランシスコにある中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれな玄関ドア (白い壁、無垢フローリング、黄色いドア、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

他の地域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玄関 (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、白いドア、ベージュの床、板張り天井、パネル壁) の写真

Gorgeous jewelbox mudroom in monochromatic paint! We paired this lovely blue color with a patterned tile, and brass accents to create a mudroom that thrills upon entrance!

This front porch redesign in Scotch Plains, NJ provided a deep enough porch for good coverage for guests and deliveries. The warmth of the wood double doors was continued in the ceiling of the barrel vault. Galaxy Building, In House Photography.

ポートランドにある中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれな玄関 (青い壁、ライムストーンの床、黒い床、パネル壁) の写真

This traditional home has had an exciting renovation, from front to back. The upgraded entry door has been enlarged and rehanded, and boasts a custom sliding security leaf that matches the timber cricket bat style door. The glimpses through the house provide a preview of the grand entertaining and living spaces that have been added to the rear.

グランドラピッズにあるカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (白い壁、マルチカラーの床、パネル壁) の写真

Large mudroom with blue cabinetry and wall paneling, and bench seating.
ソルトレイクシティにあるお手頃価格の広いラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (青い壁、ベージュの床、パネル壁) の写真

The brief for this home was to create a warm inviting space that suited it's beachside location. Our client loves to cook so an open plan kitchen with a space for her grandchildren to play was at the top of the list. Key features used in this open plan design were warm floorboard tiles in a herringbone pattern, navy horizontal shiplap feature wall, custom joinery in entry, living and children's play area, rattan pendant lighting, marble, navy and white open plan kitchen.

ニューヨークにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (白い壁、磁器タイルの床、白いドア、マルチカラーの床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

外観は、黒いBOXの手前にと木の壁を配したような構成としています。 木製ドアを開けると広々とした玄関。 正面には坪庭、右側には大きなシュークロゼット。 リビングダイニングルームは、大開口で屋外デッキとつながっているため、実際よりも広く感じられます。 100㎡以下のコンパクトな空間ですが、廊下などの移動空間を省略することで、リビングダイニングが少しでも広くなるようプランニングしています。 屋外デッキは、高い塀で外部からの視線をカットすることでプライバシーを確保しているため、のんびりくつろぐことができます。 家の名前にもなった『COCKPIT』と呼ばれる操縦席のような部屋は、いったん入ると出たくなくなる、超コンパクト空間です。 リビングの一角に設けたスタディコーナー、コンパクトな家事動線などを工夫しました。

シアトルにある高級な中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれな玄関 (グレーの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、青いドア、ベージュの床、塗装板張りの天井、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

他の地域にあるおしゃれな玄関 (茶色いドア、マルチカラーの床、パネル壁、ベージュの壁) の写真

Photo by Brice Ferre.
バンクーバーにあるお手頃価格の広いカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (淡色無垢フローリング、濃色木目調のドア、茶色い床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

シアトルにある高級な中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれな玄関 (グレーの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、青いドア、ベージュの床、塗装板張りの天井、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

photo d'une maison après rénovation complète . Au programme, isolation et embellissement de la maison avec un bardage éterclin pour un résultat plus tendance et dans le respect des rêgles d'urbanisme

View to the front door from the visitor entry. Note the wide and level porch area with wide glass door and glazed sidelight so that residents can see clearly who is visiting. Exterior and interior floor finishes are level with no step or change of height. The exterior floor finish is rough enough to ensure wheelchair tyres get grip in rainy weather.