Our client's Tudor-style home felt outdated. She was anxious to be rid of the warm antiquated tones and to introduce new elements of interest while keeping resale value in mind. It was at a Boys & Girls Club luncheon that she met Justin and Lori through a four-time repeat client sitting at the same table. For her, reputation was a key factor in choosing a design-build firm. She needed someone she could trust to help design her vision. Together, JRP and our client solidified a plan for a sweeping home remodel that included a bright palette of neutrals and knocking down walls to create an open-concept first floor. Now updated and expanded, the home has great circulation space for entertaining. The grand entryway, once partitioned by a wall, now bespeaks the spaciousness of the home. An eye catching chandelier floats above the spacious entryway. High ceilings and pale neutral colors make the home luminous. Medium oak hardwood floors throughout add a gentle warmth to the crisp palette. Originally U-shaped and closed, the kitchen is now as beautiful as it is functional. A grand island with luxurious Calacatta quartz spilling across the counter and twin candelabra pendants above the kitchen island bring the room to life. Frameless, two-tone cabinets set against ceramic rhomboid tiles convey effortless style. Just off the second-floor master bedroom is an elevated nook with soaring ceilings and a sunlit rotunda glowing in natural light. The redesigned master bath features a free-standing soaking tub offset by a striking statement wall. Marble-inspired quartz in the shower creates a sense of breezy movement and soften the space. Removing several walls, modern finishes, and the open concept creates a relaxing and timeless vibe. Each part of the house feels light as air. After a breathtaking renovation, this home reflects transitional design at its best. PROJECT DETAILS: •Style: Transitional •Countertops: Vadara Quartz, Calacatta Blanco •Cabinets: (Dewils) Frameless Recessed Panel Cabinets, Maple - Painted White / Kitchen Island: Stained Cacao •Hardware/Plumbing Fixture Finish: Polished Nickel, Chrome •Lighting Fixtures: Chandelier, Candelabra (in kitchen), Sconces •Flooring: oMedium Oak Hardwood Flooring with Oil Finish oBath #1, Floors / Master WC: 12x24 “marble inspired” Porcelain Tiles (color: Venato Gold Matte) oBath #2 & #3 Floors: Ceramic/Porcelain Woodgrain Tile •Tile/Backsplash: Ceramic Rhomboid Tiles – Finish: Crackle •Paint Colors: White/Light Grey neutrals •Other Details: (1) Freestanding Soaking Tub (2) Elevated Nook off Master Bedroom Photographer: J.R. Maddox

Curtis and Peggy had been thinking of a kitchen remodel for quite some time, but they knew their house would have a unique set of challenges. Their older Victorian house was built in 1891. The kitchen cabinetry was original, and they wanted to keep the authenticity of their period home while adding modern comforts that would improve their quality of life. A friend recommended Advance Design Studio for their exceptional experience and quality of work. After meeting with designer Michelle Lecinski at Advance Design, they were confident they could partner with Advance to accomplish the unique kitchen renovation they’d been talking about for years. “We wanted to do the kitchen for a long, long time,” Curtis said. “(We asked ourselves) what are we actually going to do? How are we going to do this? And who are we going to find to do exactly what we want?” The goal for the project was to keep the home renovation and new kitchen feeling authentic to the time in which it was built. They desperately wanted the modern comforts that come with a larger refrigerator and the dishwasher that they never had! The old home was also a bit drafty so adding a fireplace, wall insulation and new windows became a priority. They very much wanted to create a comfortable hearth room adjacent to the kitchen, complete with old world brick. The original cabinetry had to go to make way for beautiful new kitchen cabinetry that appears as if it was a hundred years old, but with all the benefits of cutting-edge storage, self-closing drawers, and a brand-new look. “We just wanted to keep it old looking, but with some modern updates,” Peggy said. Dura Supreme Highland Cabinets with a Heritage Old World Painted Finish replaced the original 1891 cabinets. The hand-applied careful rubbed-off detailing makes these exquisite cabinets look as if they came from a far-gone era. Despite the small size of the kitchen, Peggy, Curtis and Michelle utilized every inch with custom cabinet sizes to increase storage capacity. The custom cabinets allowed for the addition of a 24” Fisher Paykel dishwasher with a concealing Dura Supreme door panel. Michelle was also able to work into the new design a larger 30” Fisher Paykel French refrigerator. “We made every ¼ inch count in this small space,” designer Michelle said. “Having the ability to custom size the cabinetry was the only way to achieve this.” “The kitchen essentially was designed around the Heartland Vintage range and oven,” says Michelle. A classic appliance that combines nostalgic beauty and craftsmanship for modern cooking, with nickel plated trim and elegantly shaped handles and legs; the not to miss range is a striking focal point of the entire room and an engaging conversation piece. Granite countertops in Kodiak Satin with subtle veining kept with the old-world style. The delicate porcelain La Vie Crackle Sonoma tile kitchen backsplash compliments the home’s style perfectly. A handcrafted passthrough designed to show off Peggy’s fine china was custom built by project carpenters Justin Davis and Jeff Dallain to physically and visually open the space. Additional storage was created in the custom panty room with Latte Edinburg cabinets, hand-made weathered wood shelving with authentic black iron brackets, and an intricate tin copper ceiling. Peggy and Curtis loved the idea of adding a Vermont stove to make the hearth-room not only functional, but a truly beckoning place to be. A stunning Bordeaux red Vermont Castings Stove with crisp black ventilation was chosen and combined with the authentic reclaimed Chicago brick wall. Advance’s talented carpenters custom-built elegant weathered shelves to house family memorabilia, installed carefully chosen barn sconces, and made the hearth room an inviting place to relax with a cup of coffee and a good book. “Peggy and Curtis’ project was so much fun to work on. Creating a space that looks and feels like it always belonged in this beautiful old Victorian home is a designer’s dream. To see the delight in their faces when they saw the design details coming together truly made it worth the time and effort that went into making the very compact kitchen space work”, said Michelle. “The result is an amazing custom kitchen, packed with functionality in every inch, nook and cranny!” exclaims Michelle. The renovation didn’t end with the kitchen. New Pella windows were added to help lessen the drafts. The removal of the original windows and trim necessitated the re-creation of hand-made corbels and trim details no longer available today. The talented carpenter team came to the rescue, crafting new pieces and masterfully finishing them as if they were always there. New custom gutters were formed and installed with a front entry rework necessary to accommodate the changes. The whole house functions better, but it still feels like the original 1891 home. “From start to finish it’s just a much better space than we used to have,” Peggy said. “Jeff and Justin were amazing.” Curtis added; “We were lucky to find Advance Design, because they really came through for us. I loved that they had everything in house, anything you needed to have done, they could do it”.

ロサンゼルスにあるラグジュアリー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 (ベージュの壁、スレートの床、黒いドア、ベージュの床) の写真

Michael Hunter Photography
ダラスにある広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、黒いドア、茶色い床) の写真

This well proportioned entrance hallway began with the black and white marble floor and the amazing chandelier. The table, artwork, additional lighting, fabrics art and flooring were all selected to create a striking and harmonious interior. The resulting welcome is stunning.

Historic townhouse small enclosed foyer made modern with new marble geometric tile floor, open caged pendant and shagreen console table.
ワシントンD.C.にあるお手頃価格の小さなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (ベージュの壁、大理石の床、黒いドア、茶色い床) の写真

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玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、黒いドア) の写真

シンシナティにある広いカントリー風のおしゃれな玄関ホール (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、黒いドア、茶色い床) の写真

シアトルにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、黒いドア、グレーの床) の写真

セントルイスにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、黒いドア、コンクリートの床) の写真

タンパにある広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (ベージュの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、グレーのドア、茶色い床) の写真

© Andrew Pogue
デンバーにある高級な中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、トラバーチンの床、黒いドア、ベージュの床) の写真

ダラス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玄関ロビー (ベージュの壁、大理石の床、黒いドア、ベージュの床) の写真

We chose a black gloss door for this entrance, which added instant class and glamour to the home. It also provides the entrance with a hard wearing finish that won't look dirty. Here you can see how the wall colour matches the floor. We also carefully picked out which architectural features would carry the white trim. The result is beautiful.

Shay Construction - Builder Sam Oberter - Photography
フィラデルフィア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玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、黒いドア) の写真

Foyer entry with double doors, extra detail on trim with a shoulder casing, plinth blocks, columns separating dining room, paneled trim breaking up the large two story space.

Benjamin Lasseter
オースティンにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (ベージュの壁、コンクリートの床、黒いドア) の写真

トロント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玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、黒いドア) の写真

オースティンにある高級な小さなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、コンクリートの床、黒いドア) の写真