Karen and Chad of Tower Lakes, IL were tired of their unfinished basement functioning as nothing more than a storage area and depressing gym. They wanted to increase the livable square footage of their home with a cohesive finished basement design, while incorporating space for the kids and adults to hang out. “We wanted to make sure that upon renovating the basement, that we can have a place where we can spend time and watch movies, but also entertain and showcase the wine collection that we have,” Karen said. After a long search comparing many different remodeling companies, Karen and Chad found Advance Design Studio. They were drawn towards the unique “Common Sense Remodeling” process that simplifies the renovation experience into predictable steps focused on customer satisfaction. “There are so many other design/build companies, who may not have transparency, or a focused process in mind and I think that is what separated Advance Design Studio from the rest,” Karen said. Karen loved how designer Claudia Pop was able to take very high-level concepts, “non-negotiable items” and implement them in the initial 3D drawings. Claudia and Project Manager DJ Yurik kept the couple in constant communication through the project. “Claudia was very receptive to the ideas we had, but she was also very good at infusing her own points and thoughts, she was very responsive, and we had an open line of communication,” Karen said. A very important part of the basement renovation for the couple was the home gym and sauna. The “high-end hotel” look and feel of the openly blended work out area is both highly functional and beautiful to look at. The home sauna gives them a place to relax after a long day of work or a tough workout. “The gym was a very important feature for us,” Karen said. “And I think (Advance Design) did a very great job in not only making the gym a functional area, but also an aesthetic point in our basement”. An extremely unique wow-factor in this basement is the walk in glass wine cellar that elegantly displays Karen and Chad’s extensive wine collection. Immediate access to the stunning wet bar accompanies the wine cellar to make this basement a popular spot for friends and family. The custom-built wine bar brings together two natural elements; Calacatta Vicenza Quartz and thick distressed Black Walnut. Sophisticated yet warm Graphite Dura Supreme cabinetry provides contrast to the soft beige walls and the Calacatta Gold backsplash. An undermount sink across from the bar in a matching Calacatta Vicenza Quartz countertop adds functionality and convenience to the bar, while identical distressed walnut floating shelves add an interesting design element and increased storage. Rich true brown Rustic Oak hardwood floors soften and warm the space drawing all the areas together. Across from the bar is a comfortable living area perfect for the family to sit down at a watch a movie. A full bath completes this finished basement with a spacious walk-in shower, Cocoa Brown Dura Supreme vanity with Calacatta Vicenza Quartz countertop, a crisp white sink and a stainless-steel Voss faucet. Advance Design’s Common Sense process gives clients the opportunity to walk through the basement renovation process one step at a time, in a completely predictable and controlled environment. “Everything was designed and built exactly how we envisioned it, and we are really enjoying it to it’s full potential,” Karen said. Constantly striving for customer satisfaction, Advance Design’s success is heavily reliant upon happy clients referring their friends and family. “We definitely will and have recommended Advance Design Studio to friends who are looking to embark on a remodeling project small or large,” Karen exclaimed at the completion of her project.

Entertaining takes a high-end in this basement with a large wet bar and wine cellar. The barstools surround the marble countertop, highlighted by under-cabinet lighting

カンザスシティにあるラグジュアリーな中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな着席型バー (ll型、ガラス扉のキャビネット、黒いキャビネット、御影石カウンター、ミラータイルのキッチンパネル、淡色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

ニューヨーク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ウェット バー (ll型、ドロップインシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、御影石カウンター、黄色いキッチンパネル、ミラータイルのキッチンパネル、クッションフロア、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

Here you can see the corner of the custom thermally broken steel wine cellar on the far left.
ブリッジポートにある高級な小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな着席型バー (ll型、木材カウンター、グレーのキッチンパネル、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

This gorgeous wide plank antique Oak is our most requested floor! With dramatic widths ranging from 6 to 12 inches (14 inches in some cases), you can easily bring an old-world charm into your home. This product comes to you completely pre-finished and ready to install. We start by hand sanding the surface, beveling the edges ever so slightly, and being careful to preserve the historical integrity of the planks. Typically, about 80% of your flooring will be "Smooth" with the remaining 20% having a slight texture from the original saw kerfs. This material will also have nail holes, knots, and checks which only adds to the unique character. Next, we apply Waterlox, a tung oil based sealant with or without stain added. Finally, 3 coats of Vermont Polywhey finish are added with a hand buffing between coats. The result is a luxurious satiny finish that you can only get from Historic Flooring! Photos by Steven Dolinsky

Just adjacent to the media room is the home's wine bar area. The bar door rolls back to disclose wine storage for reds with the two refrig drawers just to the doors right house those drinks that need a chill.

セントルイスにある中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなウェット バー (ll型、濃色木目調キャビネット、御影石カウンター、グレーのキッチンパネル、石タイルのキッチンパネル、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Orchid Beach's English pub style bar overlooking the nature preserve, billiards table and elevator hidden behind standard door.
タンパにある高級な広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれなウェット バー (ll型、一体型シンク、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、木材カウンター、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Wood topped bar brings natural beauty indoors.
アトランタにある高級な広いラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなウェット バー (ll型、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、木材カウンター、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Walk out basement.
ボルチモアにあるお手頃価格の小さなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれな着席型バー (茶色い床、ll型、木材カウンター、アンダーカウンターシンク、茶色いキッチンパネル、木材のキッチンパネル、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

ニューヨークにある小さなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (ll型、アンダーカウンターシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、赤いキャビネット、木材カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、木材のキッチンパネル、クッションフロア、茶色い床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

ロンドンにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな着席型バー (ll型、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

他の地域にあるラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (無垢フローリング、ll型、レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、木材カウンター、茶色い床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

The former dining room has become a lounge. The custom-designed bar features a live edge teak counter, soft gold metal mesh in the upper cabinets, and a rubbed-away look to the sage colored cabinets

バンクーバーにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな着席型バー (ll型、アンダーカウンターシンク、ガラス扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、大理石カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、大理石のキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

The antique bar was locally sourced. The perimeter cabinets are alder with a flint finish and features seeded glass door inserts and built in wine storage. Photo by Mike Kaskel

ヒューストンにある小さなカントリー風のおしゃれなウェット バー (ll型、アンダーカウンターシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

シカゴにあるラグジュアリーな中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなウェット バー (ll型、アンダーカウンターシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、茶色いキャビネット、御影石カウンター、セラミックタイルの床、茶色い床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真