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

Photo by Jack Gardner
ジャクソンビルにある高級な小さなビーチ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、グレーのキャビネット、分離型トイレ、ベージュのタイル、石タイル、グレーの壁、玉石タイル、アンダーカウンター洗面器、クオーツストーンの洗面台) の写真

Photographer: Jenn Anibal
デトロイト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トイレ・洗面所 (家具調キャビネット、アンダーカウンター洗面器、ベージュの床、白い洗面カウンター、中間色木目調キャビネット、一体型トイレ 、マルチカラーの壁、磁器タイルの床、大理石の洗面台) の写真

There is no better place for a mix of bold pattern, funky art, and vintage texture than a casual room that is tucked away - in this case, the powder room that is off the mudroom hallway. This is a delightful space that doesn't overpower the senses by sticking to a tight color scheme where blue is the only color on a black-and-white- base.

Modern custom powder room design
フェニックス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 (黒いキャビネット、一体型トイレ 、ライムストーンタイル、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、黒い床、黒い洗面カウンター、フローティング洗面台) の写真

This artistic and design-forward family approached us at the beginning of the pandemic with a design prompt to blend their love of midcentury modern design with their Caribbean roots. With her parents originating from Trinidad & Tobago and his parents from Jamaica, they wanted their home to be an authentic representation of their heritage, with a midcentury modern twist. We found inspiration from a colorful Trinidad & Tobago tourism poster that they already owned and carried the tropical colors throughout the house — rich blues in the main bathroom, deep greens and oranges in the powder bathroom, mustard yellow in the dining room and guest bathroom, and sage green in the kitchen. This project was featured on Dwell in January 2022.

This plaster pink cloakroom was previously a dusty broom cupboard. We kept part of the wall unplastered to add interest and recall the history of the room.

© Lassiter Photography | ReVisionCharlotte.com
シャーロットにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風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、中間色木目調キャビネット、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、珪岩の洗面台、グレーの床、グレーの洗面カウンター、フローティング洗面台、羽目板の壁) の写真

モスクワにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなインダストリアルスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (分離型トイレ、グレーのタイル、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、コンソール型シンク、グレーの床、白い洗面カウンター、独立型洗面台、折り上げ天井、パネル壁) の写真

Le défi de cette maison de 180 m² était de la moderniser et de la rendre plus fonctionnelle pour la vie de cette famille nombreuse. Au rez-de chaussée, nous avons réaménagé l’espace pour créer des toilettes et un dressing avec rangements. La cuisine a été entièrement repensée pour pouvoir accueillir 8 personnes. Le palier du 1er étage accueille désormais une grande bibliothèque sur mesure. La rénovation s’inscrit dans des tons naturels et clairs, notamment avec du bois brut, des teintes vert d’eau, et un superbe papier peint panoramique dans la chambre parentale. Un projet de taille qu’on adore !

ニューヨーク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トイレ・洗面所 (フラット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、黄色いタイル、セラミックタイル、白い壁、磁器タイルの床、一体型シンク、グレーの床、フローティング洗面台、壁紙) の写真

Creative planning allowed us to fit a charming powder room with a harrow wall mount vanity.
シカゴにあるお手頃価格の小さ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 (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、一体型トイレ 、白い壁、磁器タイルの床、一体型シンク、グレーの床、白い洗面カウンター、フローティング洗面台) の写真

シドニーにある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 (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、ピンクの壁、玉石タイル、フローティング洗面台) の写真

カルガリーにある小さなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (分離型トイレ、ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、ペデスタルシンク、グレーの床、壁紙) の写真

Drama in a small space! Elegant, dimensional Walker Zanger tile creates a dramatic focal point in this sophisticated powder bath. The rough hewn European oak floating cabinetry ads warmth and layered texture to the space while the crisp matt white quartz countertop is the perfect foil for the etched stone sink. The sensuous curves of smooth carved stone reveal a patchwork of Japanese sashiko kimono pattern depicting organic elements such as waves, mountains and bamboo. The circular LED lit mirror echoes the flowing liquid lines of the tile and circular vessel sink.

refinishing the powder room with paint, flooring, styling and new vanity brought it back to life
フィラデルフィア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、オーバーカウンターシンク、大理石の洗面台、グレーの床、白い洗面カウンター) の写真

サンフランシスコにある小さなカントリー風のおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (分離型トイレ、グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、ペデスタルシンク、黒い床) の写真

デンバー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トイレ・洗面所 (黒い壁、磁器タイルの床、ベッセル式洗面器、木製洗面台、マルチカラーの床) の写真

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