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

サンフランシスコ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 (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、緑のキャビネット、アンダーカウンター洗面器、黒い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台、壁紙) の写真

The dramatic powder bath provides a sophisticated spot for guests. Geometric black and white floor tile and a dramatic apron countertop provide contrast against the white floating vanity. Black and gold accents tie the space together and a fuchsia bouquet of flowers adds a punch of color.

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トイレ・洗面所 (オープンシェルフ、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、マルチカラーの洗面カウンター、フローティング洗面台、壁紙) の写真

シカゴ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トイレ・洗面所 (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、黒いキャビネット、マルチカラーのタイル、セラミックタイル、白い壁、無垢フローリング、アンダーカウンター洗面器、御影石の洗面台、茶色い床、黒い洗面カウンター) の写真

Lisa Romerein
ロサンゼルスにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、白い壁、ベッセル式洗面器、黒い洗面カウンター、アクセントウォール) の写真

ニューヨーク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 (レイズド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、黒い壁、無垢フローリング、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、茶色い床、黒い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台、壁紙) の写真

This powder bath from our Tuckborough Urban Farmhouse features a unique "Filigree" linen wall covering with a custom floating white oak vanity. The quartz countertops feature a bold and dark composition. We love the circle mirror that showcases the gold pendant lights, and you can’t beat these sleek and minimal plumbing fixtures!

Custom made Nero St. Gabriel floating sink.
クリーブ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トイレ・洗面所 (緑の壁、セラミックタイルの床、一体型シンク、大理石の洗面台、緑の床、黒い洗面カウンター、フローティング洗面台、羽目板の壁) の写真

ロサンゼルスにある広い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、黒いキャビネット、青い壁、アンダーカウンター洗面器、黒い床、黒い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台) の写真

The powder room features a stainless vessel sink on a gorgeous marble vanity.
ダラス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トイレ・洗面所 (白いキャビネット、グレーの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、ベッセル式洗面器、大理石の洗面台、茶色い床、マルチカラーの洗面カウンター、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

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Powder room featuring hickory wood vanity, black countertops, gold faucet, black geometric wallpaper, gold mirror, and gold sconce.
グランドラピッズ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トイレ・洗面所 (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、淡色木目調キャビネット、黒い壁、アンダーカウンター洗面器、クオーツストーンの洗面台、黒い洗面カウンター、独立型洗面台、壁紙) の写真

オースティンにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (ベッセル式洗面器、白いタイル、白い壁、モザイクタイル、黒い洗面カウンター) の写真

This Hollywood Regency / Art Deco powder bathroom has a great graphic appeal which draws you into the space. The stripe pattern below wainscot on wall was created by alternating textures of rough and polished strips of Limestone tiles.

Photography by Michael J. Lee
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トイレ・洗面所 (黒いキャビネット、分離型トイレ、黒いタイル、テラコッタタイル、黒い壁、セラミックタイルの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、御影石の洗面台、黒い床、黒い洗面カウンター、フローティング洗面台、三角天井、壁紙) の写真

シャーロッ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 (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、オレンジの壁、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、黒い洗面カウンター、造り付け洗面台、羽目板の壁) の写真

ヒューストンにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなトイレ・洗面所 (淡色無垢フローリング、アンダーカウンター洗面器、大理石の洗面台、黒い洗面カウンター、独立型洗面台、壁紙) の写真

シカゴ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 (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、一体型トイレ 、マルチカラーのタイル、マルチカラーの壁、アンダーカウンター洗面器、クオーツストーンの洗面台、マルチカラーの床、マルチカラーの洗面カウンター、独立型洗面台) の写真