Photography: Alyssa Lee Photography
ミネアポリ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玄関 (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床) の写真

シカゴにある広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (緑の壁、磁器タイルの床、白い床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

グランドラピッズにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (白い壁、磁器タイルの床、黒いドア、黒い床) の写真

Photography by kate kunz Styling by jaia talisman
カルガリ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マッドルーム (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床) の写真

シドニーにある広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (黒い壁、磁器タイルの床、黒いドア、黒い床) の写真

  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

This mudroom/laundry room was designed to accommodate all who reside within - cats included! This custom cabinet was designed to house the litter box. This remodel and addition was designed and built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Photo credits Sean Carter

Added cabinetry for each of the family members and created areas above for added storage. Patterned porcelain tiles were selected to add warmth and a traditional touch that blended well with the wood floor.

Gray lockers with navy baskets are the perfect solution to all storage issues
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マッドルーム (グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、黒いドア、グレーの床) の写真

マイアミ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ッドルーム (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、ベージュの床) の写真

The homeowners loved the location of their small Cape Cod home, but they didn't love its limited interior space. A 10' addition along the back of the home and a brand new 2nd story gave them just the space they needed. With a classy monotone exterior and a welcoming front porch, this remodel is a refined example of a transitional style home. Space Plans, Building Design, Interior & Exterior Finishes by Anchor Builders Photos by Andrea Rugg Photography

Entry vestibule
ニューヨークにある小さなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ラウンジ (紫の壁、磁器タイルの床、白いドア、緑の床) の写真

Luxury Transitional Home by Fratantoni Design, Fratantoni Interior Design, and Fratantoni Luxury Estates. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest for more inspiring photos of our work!

Flora Di Menna Design designed this stunning home using the Real Calcutta polished porcelain tile. As durable as it is beautiful.
デトロイトにあるラグジュアリーな巨大なトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (白い壁、磁器タイルの床) の写真

Eclectic patterns, and contemporary white walls. Small banquette with mahogany tabletop and vintage base. Coat hooks and custom shoe rack.
ポートランドにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床) の写真

ボス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マッドルーム (グレーの壁、レンガの床、ベージュの床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

ダラス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玄関ラウンジ (磁器タイルの床、ガラスドア、白い床、ベージュの壁) の写真

ニューヨークにある小さなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ドア (ピンクの壁、磁器タイルの床、濃色木目調のドア、マルチカラーの床、壁紙) の写真

A mudroom equipped with benches, coat hooks and ample storage is as welcoming as it is practical. It provides the room to take a seat, pull off your shoes and (maybe the best part) organize everything that comes through the door.