Our clients in Tower Lakes, IL, needed more storage and functionality from their kitchen. They were primarily focused on finding the right combination of cabinets, shelves, and drawers that fit all their cookware, flatware, and appliances. They wanted a brighter, bigger space with a natural cooking flow and plenty of storage. Soffits and crown molding needed to be removed to make the kitchen feel larger. Redesign elements included: relocating the fridge, adding a baking station and coffee bar, and placing the microwave in the kitchen island. Advance Design Studio’s Claudia Pop offered functional, creative, and unique solutions to the homeowners’ problems. Our clients wanted a unique kitchen that was not completely white, a balance of design and function. Claudia offered functional, creative, and unique solutions to Chad and Karen’s kitchen design challenges. The first thing to go was soffits. Today, most kitchens can benefit from the added height and space; removing soffits is nearly always step one. Steely gray-blue was the color of choice for a freshly unique look bringing a sophisticated-looking space to wrap around the fresh new kitchen. Cherry cabinetry in a true brown stain compliments the stormy accents with sharp contrasting white Cambria quartz top balancing out the space with a dramatic flair. “We wanted something unique and special in this space, something none of the neighbors would have,” said Claudia. The dramatic veined Cambria countertops continue upward into a backsplash behind three complimentary open shelves. These countertops provide visual texture and movement in the kitchen. The kitchen includes two larder cabinets for both the coffee bar and baking station. The kitchen is now functional and unique in design. “When we design a new kitchen space, as designers, we are always looking for ways to balance interesting design elements with practical functionality,” Claudia said. “This kitchen’s new design is not only way more functional but is stunning in a way a piece of art can catch one’s attention.” Decorative mullions with mirrored inserts sit atop dual sentinel pantries flanking the new refrigerator, while a 48″ dual fuel Wolf range replaced the island cooktop and double oven. The new microwave is cleverly hidden within the island, eliminating the cluttered counter and attention-grabbing wall of stainless steel from the previous space. The family room was completely renovated, including a beautifully functional entertainment bar with the same combination of woods and stone as the kitchen and coffee bar. Mesh inserts instead of plain glass add visual texture while revealing pristine glassware. Handcrafted built-ins surround the fireplace. The beautiful and efficient design created by designer Claudia transitioned directly to the installation team seamlessly, much like the basement project experience Chad and Karen enjoyed previously. “We definitely will and have recommended Advance Design Studio to friends who are looking to embark on a project small or large,” Karen said. “Everything that was designed and built exactly how we envisioned it, and we are really enjoying it to its full potential,” Karen said. Our award-winning design team would love to create a beautiful, functional, and spacious place for you and your family. With our “Common Sense Remodeling” approach, the process of renovating your home has never been easier. Contact us today at 847-665-1711 or schedule an appointment.

Large sliding doors open sunroom to decks. Photographer Path Snyder. Boardwalk Builders, Rehoboth Beach, DE www.boardwalkbuilders.com
他の地域にある高級な広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (テラコッタタイルの床、暖炉なし、テレビなし、ベージュの壁) の写真

Photo by David Patterson
デンバーにある広いエクレクティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、クッションフロア、標準型暖炉、タイルの暖炉まわり、壁紙) の写真

ARC Photography
ロサンゼルスにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (横長型暖炉、ベージュの壁、金属の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、コンクリートの床) の写真

サンフランシスコにあるラグジュアリーな広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、コンクリートの床、漆喰の暖炉まわり) の写真

オースティンにある中くらいなトロピカルスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、テラコッタタイルの床、標準型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、テレビなし) の写真

Dramatic living room view to the east. Photo by Indivar Sivanathan.
サンフランシスコにある中くらいな地中海スタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、テラコッタタイルの床、暖炉なし、テレビなし) の写真

Floor to ceiling glass to capture the views and light. Wood panel ceiling, custom cut stone tile wall, slate floor. Photo: Eric Cummings
デンバーにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビングのホームバー (ベージュの壁) の写真

モスクワにある高級な巨大なトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、大理石の床、茶色い床、石材の暖炉まわり、標準型暖炉、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

Featured in Southern Living, May 2013. This project began with an existing house of most humble beginnings and the final product really eclipsed the original structure. On a wonderful working farm with timber farming, horse barns and lots of large lakes and wild game the new layout enables a much fuller enjoyment of nature for this family and their friends. The look and feel is just as natural as its setting- stone and cedar shakes with lots of porches and as the owner likes to say, lots of space for animal heads on the wall!

Inspired by fantastic views, there was a strong emphasis on natural materials and lots of textures to create a hygge space. Making full use of that awkward space under the stairs creating a bespoke made cabinet that could double as a home bar/drinks area

Сервант (1969-1970 годы) - снимался лак ("полировка"), тонирование шпона, реставрация. Фото: Михаил Поморцев Живопись: Кирилл Бородин
エカテリンブルクにある低価格の小さなエクレクティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビングのホームバー (磁器タイルの床、ベージュの壁、暖炉なし) の写真

Architect: Tom Ochsner General Contractor: Allen Construction Photographer: Jim Bartsch Photography
サンタバーバラにある高級な広い地中海スタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、テレビなし) の写真

Micahl Wycoff
ヒューストンにある高級な広いモダンスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり) の写真

オースティンにある中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、コンクリートの床、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

When we think about contemporary furnishing, we often think about ‘cooler’ material such as marble, acrylic, glass and other such smooth surface elements. For those who want more creative contemporary style, ‘warmer’ material such as wood, bamboo can make an excellent option to put to the scene. The ‘aliveness’ in these natural material will balance out the harshness and make the whole area more inviting and friendly. Wall and ceiling color is best to keep it to neutral and beige. Lighting between 2700K to 4000K is recommended as it can perfectly bring out the uniqueness of the furnishing.

マイアミにある中くらいなおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、埋込式メディアウォール、ベージュの床) の写真

他の地域にある低価格の小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真

A thick marble waterfall bar invited guests to the homeowner's unique cocktail station. Andy Frame Photography
マイアミにある高級な中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真