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

ボストンにある高級な広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (青い壁、スレートの床、黒いドア、黒い床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

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モントリオールにある高級な広いカントリー風のおしゃれな玄関 (白い壁、セラミックタイルの床、グレーの床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

他の地域にある広いカントリー風のおしゃれな玄関ドア (グレーの壁、コンクリートの床、黒いドア、グレーの床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

ニューオリンズにある広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (白い壁、レンガの床、赤い床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

ヒューストンにある高級な広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (グレーの壁、レンガの床、濃色木目調のドア、赤い床、板張り天井、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

This addition on the side of the house ticks a lot of boxes: a new entry off the driveway and garage, lots of storage, a place for muddy boots (and dogs), a "drop zone," a powder room, and a home gym. It leads to a new laundry, pantry, and expanded kitchen. The gym boasts floor-to-ceiling windows on each side, flooding the space with natural light and providing views of the landscaped garden and pool. © Jeffrey Totaro, 2023

チャールストンにある広いモダンスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ドア (白い壁、磁器タイルの床、黒いドア、黒い床、塗装板張りの天井、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

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他の地域にある高級な広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ドア (白い壁、コンクリートの床、黒いドア、グレーの床、塗装板張りの天井、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

Mudroom/Foyer, Master Bathroom and Laundry Room renovation in Pennington, NJ. By relocating the laundry room to the second floor A&E was able to expand the mudroom/foyer and add a powder room. Functional bench seating and custom inset cabinetry not only hide the clutter but look beautiful when you enter the home. Upstairs master bath remodel includes spacious walk-in shower with bench, freestanding soaking tub, double vanity with plenty of storage. Mixed metal hardware including bronze and chrome. Water closet behind pocket door. Walk-in closet features custom built-ins for plenty of storage. Second story laundry features shiplap walls, butcher block countertop for folding, convenient sink and custom cabinetry throughout. Granite, quartz and quartzite and neutral tones were used throughout these projects.

アリカンテ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玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、セラミックタイルの床、金属製ドア、グレーの床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

White built-in cabinetry with bench seating and storage.
トロント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ッドルーム (白い壁、セラミックタイルの床、グレーの床、三角天井、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

Natural stone walls, White Oak timbers, metal rails, painted shiplap and millwork, wide plank oak flooring and reclaimed wood ceilings, all work together to provide a striking entry to this custom home.

バンクーバーにある広い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、グレーの床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

トロントにある広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (グレーの壁、セラミックタイルの床、濃色木目調のドア、グレーの床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

Nestled in the Adelaide Hills, 'The Modern Barn' is a reflection of it's site. Earthy, honest, and moody materials make this family home a lovely statement piece. With two wings and a central living space, this building brief was executed with maximizing views and creating multiple escapes for family members. Overlooking a north facing escarpment, the deck and pool overlook a stunning hills landscape and completes this building. reminiscent of a barn, but with all the luxuries.

既存の門屋をそのまま生かし足りない部分、例えば防犯性と機能性を新たに付加しました。防犯性については建具そのものを入れ替えオートロック機能を付加し、機能性については最新のカメラ機能と郵便受取機能を設置、また門戸を開けずとも宅配便を受け取れる宅配ボックスをビルトインしました。
大阪にある高級な広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関 (白い壁、御影石の床、グレーの床、表し梁、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

ハンプシャーにある広いモダンスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (茶色い壁、黄色いドア、グレーの床、格子天井、塗装板張りの壁) の写真