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

ダラスにある低価格の小さなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、分離型トイレ、マルチカラーの壁、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、ベージュの床、白い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台、壁紙) の写真

トロントにある小さなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (黒いキャビネット、一体型トイレ 、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、グレーの床、黒い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台、壁紙) の写真

ロサンゼルスにある広いモダンスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (オープンシェルフ、淡色木目調キャビネット、一体型トイレ 、黒いタイル、グレーのタイル、磁器タイル、白い壁、磁器タイルの床、一体型シンク、大理石の洗面台、グレーの床、白い洗面カウンター、アクセントウォール、照明、造り付け洗面台、白い天井) の写真

A newly renovated powder room in a historic home in Alexandria, VA.
ワシントンD.C.にある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、分離型トイレ、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、ベッセル式洗面器、大理石の洗面台、グレーの床、白い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台) の写真

This Arts and Crafts century home in the heart of Toronto needed brightening and a few structural changes. The client wanted a powder room on the main floor where none existed, a larger coat closet, to increase the opening from her kitchen into her dining room and to completely renovate her kitchen. Along with several other updates, this house came together in such an amazing way. The home is bright and happy, the kitchen is functional with a build-in dinette, and a long island. The renovated dining area is home to stunning built-in cabinetry to showcase the client's pretty collectibles, the light fixtures are works of art and the powder room in a jewel in the center of the home. The unique finishes, including the powder room wallpaper, the antique crystal door knobs, a picket backsplash and unique colours come together with respect to the home's original architecture and style, and an updated look that works for today's modern homeowner. Custom chairs, velvet barstools and freshly painted spaces bring additional moments of well thought out design elements. Mostly, we love that the kitchen, although it appears white, is really a very light gray green called Titanium, looking soft and warm in this new and updated space.

他の地域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トイレ・洗面所 (黒いキャビネット、黒い壁、磁器タイルの床、大理石の洗面台、黒い床、黒い洗面カウンター、壁紙、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、分離型トイレ、グレーのタイル、磁器タイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、造り付け洗面台) の写真

A complete remodel of this beautiful home, featuring stunning navy blue cabinets and elegant gold fixtures that perfectly complement the brightness of the marble countertops. The ceramic tile walls add a unique texture to the design, while the porcelain hexagon flooring adds an element of sophistication that perfectly completes the whole look.

他の地域にある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トイレ・洗面所 (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、分離型トイレ、青い壁、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、白い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台、クロスの天井、壁紙) の写真

Ground Floor Powder Room
メルボルンにある高級な小さなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、グレーのキャビネット、壁掛け式トイレ、白い壁、磁器タイルの床、大理石の洗面台、グレーの床、グレーの洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台) の写真

ニューオリンズにある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トイレ・洗面所 (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、白い壁、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、白い床、白い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台) の写真

We were involved in every step of this project - from demolition, through the full renovation, and finally staging and showcasing for its market debut Open House. Each element was carefully selected, to create a warm and welcoming home, that a new younger family would love. Photo Credit: Arnal Photography

マイアミにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、グレーのキャビネット、一体型トイレ 、グレーのタイル、磁器タイル、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、ベージュの床、白い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台) の写真

ダラスにある低価格の小さなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、分離型トイレ、マルチカラーの壁、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、ベージュの床、白い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台、壁紙) の写真

Installed these matte gold vinyl decal peacock feathers and updated the floral arrangement in this chic modern powder room.
オースティンにある低価格の小さなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (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、分離型トイレ、白い壁、磁器タイルの床、オーバーカウンターシンク、大理石の洗面台、白い床、白い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台) の写真

A newly renovated powder room in a historic home in Alexandria, VA.
ワシントンD.C.にある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、分離型トイレ、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、ベッセル式洗面器、大理石の洗面台、青い床、白い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台) の写真

バンクーバー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トイレ・洗面所 (茶色いキャビネット、壁掛け式トイレ、ベージュのタイル、磁器タイル、ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、ベッセル式洗面器、大理石の洗面台、茶色い床、ブラウンの洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台) の写真

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トイレ・洗面所 (グレーのキャビネット、壁掛け式トイレ、ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、一体型シンク、大理石の洗面台、白い床、グレーの洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台、壁紙) の写真

This Arts and Crafts century home in the heart of Toronto needed brightening and a few structural changes. The client wanted a powder room on the main floor where none existed, a larger coat closet, to increase the opening from her kitchen into her dining room and to completely renovate her kitchen. Along with several other updates, this house came together in such an amazing way. The home is bright and happy, the kitchen is functional with a build-in dinette, and a long island. The renovated dining area is home to stunning built-in cabinetry to showcase the client's pretty collectibles, the light fixtures are works of art and the powder room in a jewel in the center of the home. The unique finishes, including the powder room wallpaper, the antique crystal door knobs, a picket backsplash and unique colours come together with respect to the home's original architecture and style, and an updated look that works for today's modern homeowner. Custom chairs, velvet barstools and freshly painted spaces bring additional moments of well thought out design elements. Mostly, we love that the kitchen, although it appears white, is really a very light gray green called Titanium, looking soft and warm in this new and updated space.