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

ポートランド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マスターバスルーム (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、置き型浴槽、バリアフリー、セラミックタイル、グレーの壁、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、白い洗面カウンター、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台、グレーの床、開き戸のシャワー) の写真

アトランタ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マスターバスルーム (インセット扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、置き型浴槽、コーナー設置型シャワー、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、珪岩の洗面台、グレーの床、開き戸のシャワー、マルチカラーの洗面カウンター、シャワーベンチ、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

Now separate from the master bathroom, this new stunning guest bathroom dares to impress with its impressive walk-in shower designed with an Aura Shell accent wall, Tesoro tile surround, and a raindrop tile floor. Adding to the contemporary feel is the functional, frameless rolling shower door. Other striking features include a large mirror with built-in lighting and a built-in vanity using the same Dura Supreme cabinetry used in the master bathroom.

Lower level bathroom with custom built rift sawn oak vanity
バーリントン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子供用バスルーム (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、淡色木目調キャビネット、コーナー設置型シャワー、白いタイル、セラミックタイル、白い壁、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、ベージュの床、開き戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

White and grey bathroom with a printed tile made this bathroom feel warm and cozy. Wall scones, gold mirrors and a mix of gold and silver accessories brought this bathroom to life.

Urban Mountain lifestyle. The client came from a resort ski town in Colorado to city life. Bringing the casual lifestyle to this home you can see the urban cabin influence. This lifestyle can be compact, light-filled, clever, practical, simple, sustainable, and a dream to live in. It will have a well designed floor plan and beautiful details to create everyday astonishment. Life in the city can be both fulfilling and delightful. Design Signature Designs Kitchen Bath Contractor MC Construction Photographer Sheldon of Ivestor

This tired 1990's home was not working for this young family. They wanted an elegant, classic look packed full of function!
ダラス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マスターバスルーム (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、置き型浴槽、コーナー設置型シャワー、一体型トイレ 、ベージュのタイル、石スラブタイル、ベージュの壁、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、ベージュの床、開き戸のシャワー、ベージュのカウンター、トイレ室、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

Ensuite bathroom featuring custom cabinetry and walk-in shower. Custom Cabinetry by Ayr Cabinet Co.; Lighting by Kendall Lighting Center; Tile by Halsey Tile Co. Plumbing Fixtures & Bath Hardware by Ferguson; Design by Nanci Wirt of N. Wirt Design & Gallery; Images by Marie Martin Kinney; General Contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. Products: Brown maple painted & glazed cabinets. White Diamond quartzite countertop with leathered finish. Artistic Tile Jazz Glass in Billie Ombre Blue and Ice White on the shower walls. Trapezium Ice White matte porcelain tile on the floor. Brizo plumbing fixtures and bathroom hardware in Brilliance Luxe Gold. DXV undermount bathroom sink and toilet.

transitional bathroom design for residential home in Sammamish
シアトルにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなバスルーム (浴槽なし) (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、白い壁、磁器タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、ベージュの床、グレーの洗面カウンター、洗面台1つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

In this bathroom, the vanity was updated with a new Soapstone Metropolis quartz countertop with a 4” backsplash. Includes 2 Kohler Caxton undermount sinks. A Robert Flat Beveled Mirrored Medicine cabinet. Moen Wynford collection in Brushed Nickel includes 2 shower spa systems with 4 body sprays, handheld faucet, tub filler, paper holder, towel rings, robe hook. A Toto Aquia toilet color: Cotton. A Barclay Mystique 59” tub in white. A Custom Semi-frameless bypass Platinum Riviera Euro shower door. The tile in the shower is Moroccan Concrete 12x24 off white for the shower walls; Cultura Pebble Mosaic – Autumn for the shower floor and niches. An LED Trulux light with 3 zone touch plate for the shower ledge was installed. A heated towel bar. A Moen Eva 3 Bulb light in brushed nickel. On the floor is Mannington Swiss Oak-Almond luxury vinyl tile.

サンフランシスコ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マスターバスルーム (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、置き型浴槽、ダブルシャワー、ビデ、白いタイル、磁器タイル、白い壁、クッションフロア、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、茶色い床、開き戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、ニッチ、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台、三角天井) の写真

サクラメントにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなバスルーム (浴槽なし) (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、セラミックタイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、白い洗面カウンター、シャワーベンチ、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台、シャワー付き浴槽 、シャワーカーテン) の写真

シカゴにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、オープン型シャワー、分離型トイレ、青いタイル、磁器タイル、青い壁、コンクリートの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、ベージュの床、開き戸のシャワー、白い洗面カウンター、シャワーベンチ、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

Hall Bathroom with Amazing Elegant Grey Quartzite!
ブリッジポートにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな子供用バスルーム (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、アルコーブ型浴槽、アルコーブ型シャワー、一体型トイレ 、白いタイル、磁器タイル、グレーの壁、木目調タイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台、グレーの床、開き戸のシャワー、グレーの洗面カウンター、ニッチ、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW This unit, located in a 4-flat owned by TKS Owners Jeff and Susan Klimala, was remodeled as their personal pied-à-terre, and doubles as an Airbnb property when they are not using it. Jeff and Susan were drawn to the location of the building, a vibrant Chicago neighborhood, 4 blocks from Wrigley Field, as well as to the vintage charm of the 1890’s building. The entire 2 bed, 2 bath unit was renovated and furnished, including the kitchen, with a specific Parisian vibe in mind. Although the location and vintage charm were all there, the building was not in ideal shape -- the mechanicals -- from HVAC, to electrical, plumbing, to needed structural updates, peeling plaster, out of level floors, the list was long. Susan and Jeff drew on their expertise to update the issues behind the walls while also preserving much of the original charm that attracted them to the building in the first place -- heart pine floors, vintage mouldings, pocket doors and transoms. Because this unit was going to be primarily used as an Airbnb, the Klimalas wanted to make it beautiful, maintain the character of the building, while also specifying materials that would last and wouldn’t break the budget. Susan enjoyed the hunt of specifying these items and still coming up with a cohesive creative space that feels a bit French in flavor. Parisian style décor is all about casual elegance and an eclectic mix of old and new. Susan had fun sourcing some more personal pieces of artwork for the space, creating a dramatic black, white and moody green color scheme for the kitchen and highlighting the living room with pieces to showcase the vintage fireplace and pocket doors. Photographer: @MargaretRajic Photo stylist: @Brandidevers Do you have a new home that has great bones but just doesn’t feel comfortable and you can’t quite figure out why? Contact us here to see how we can help!

transitional bathroom renovation
シアトルにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (ベージュのキャビネット、珪岩の洗面台、洗面台2つ、造り付け洗面台) の写真

Interior design by Jessica Koltun Home. This stunning home with an open floor plan features a formal dining, dedicated study, Chef's kitchen and hidden pantry. Designer amenities include white oak millwork, marble tile, and a high end lighting, plumbing, & hardware.

Ensuite bathroom featuring custom cabinetry and walk-in shower. Custom Cabinetry by Ayr Cabinet Co.; Lighting by Kendall Lighting Center; Tile by Halsey Tile Co. Plumbing Fixtures & Bath Hardware by Ferguson; Design by Nanci Wirt of N. Wirt Design & Gallery; Images by Marie Martin Kinney; General Contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. Products: Brown maple painted & glazed cabinets. White Diamond quartzite countertop with leathered finish. Artistic Tile Jazz Glass in Billie Ombre Blue and Ice White on the shower walls. Trapezium Ice White matte porcelain tile on the floor. Brizo plumbing fixtures and bathroom hardware in Brilliance Luxe Gold. DXV undermount bathroom sink and toilet.