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”.

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

モスクワにある高級な広いインダストリアルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (ベージュの壁、セラミックタイルの床、グレーのドア、グレーの床) の写真

Entry Hall looking toward Living Room Mike Schwartz Photo
シカゴにある高級な中くらいなミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれな玄関 (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、紫のドア、茶色い床) の写真

ルイビル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 (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、グレーのドア) の写真

An elegant entrance vestibule and hall in a grand Victorian villa by the sea, South Devon. Colin Cadle Photography, Photo styling Jan Cadle
デヴォンにある高級な広いおしゃれな玄関ラウンジ (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、グレーのドア) の写真

シアトル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ドア (ベージュの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、グレーのドア、茶色い床) の写真

セントルイスにある中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、グレーの床、グレーのドア) の写真

ヒューストンにあるお手頃価格の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、濃色無垢フローリング、グレーのドア、茶色い床) の写真

Sargent Photography J/Howard Design Inc
マイアミにある高級な中くらいなトロピカル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、グレーのドア、白い床) の写真

In this Cedar Rapids residence, sophistication meets bold design, seamlessly integrating dynamic accents and a vibrant palette. Every detail is meticulously planned, resulting in a captivating space that serves as a modern haven for the entire family. The entryway is enhanced with a stunning blue and white carpet complemented by captivating statement lighting. The carefully curated elements combine to create an inviting and aesthetically pleasing space. --- Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/cedar-rapids-dramatic-family-home-design

Capital Lighting
オースティンにあるカントリー風のおしゃれな玄関 (ベージュの壁、グレーのドア) の写真

Vista dell'ingresso al piano primo, Il vecchio portoncino d'ingresso è stato dipinto di grigio direttamente dalla padrona di casa. Il grande ingresso è stato attrezzato con capienti colonne della cucina come fosse un prolungamento della stessa vista la grande quantità di spazio.

Entrance Hallway
他の地域にあるモダンスタイルのおしゃれな玄関 (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、グレーのドア、白い床) の写真

Transitional Entry with Statement Light Fixture, Photo by Emily Minton Redfield
デン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玄関ロビー (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、グレーのドア、茶色い床) の写真

Custom shelving in the front entry was designed to accommodate our clients sculptural collection. This remodel and addition was designed and built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Photo credits Sean Carter

バンクー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ホール (ベージュの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、グレーのドア、茶色い床) の写真

Photo Credit: Betsy Bassett
高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (ベージュの壁、スレートの床、グレーのドア、黒い床) の写真

Lisza Coffey Photography
オマハ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玄関ロビー (ベージュの壁、トラバーチンの床、グレーのドア、黄色い床) の写真