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

Traditional Hall Bath with Wood Vanity & Shower Arch Details
На фото: маленькая главная ванная комната в белых тонах с отделкой деревом в классическом стиле с фасадами с утопленной филенкой, коричневыми фасадами, накладной ванной, душем над ванной, раздельным унитазом, полом из мозаичной плитки, врезной раковиной, столешницей из искусственного кварца, белым полом, шторкой для ванной, белой столешницей, нишей, тумбой под одну раковину и встроенной тумбой для на участке и в саду с

Upstairs loft bathroom featuring basalt hexagon flooring, a custom inset gray vanity with open storage below, quartz countertops and matte black fixtures.

Источник вдохновения для домашнего уюта: детская ванная комната среднего размера с плоскими фасадами, зелеными фасадами, душем над ванной, белой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, белыми стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, врезной раковиной, столешницей из искусственного кварца, разноцветным полом, шторкой для ванной, серой столешницей, тумбой под одну раковину и напольной тумбой

Свежая идея для дизайна: детская ванная комната среднего размера в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами в стиле шейкер, синими фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, раздельным унитазом, белой плиткой, плиткой кабанчик, белыми стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, врезной раковиной, столешницей из искусственного кварца, черным полом, шторкой для ванной, белой столешницей, нишей, тумбой под две раковины и напольной тумбой - отличное фото интерьера

На фото: детская ванная комната в стиле модернизм с плоскими фасадами, светлыми деревянными фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, белой плиткой, керамической плиткой, белыми стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, монолитной раковиной, черным полом, шторкой для ванной, белой столешницей, тумбой под две раковины и подвесной тумбой

This 80's style Mediterranean Revival house was modernized to fit the needs of a bustling family. The home was updated from a choppy and enclosed layout to an open concept, creating connectivity for the whole family. A combination of modern styles and cozy elements makes the space feel open and inviting. Photos By: Paul Vu

Marcell Puzsar
Идея дизайна: маленькая ванная комната в классическом стиле с угловой ванной, душем над ванной, раздельным унитазом, белой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, синими стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, душевой кабиной, настольной раковиной, белым полом и шторкой для ванной для на участке и в саду

На фото: ванная комната среднего размера в современном стиле с плоскими фасадами, белой плиткой, белыми стенами, настольной раковиной, белым полом, белой столешницей, темными деревянными фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, унитазом-моноблоком, плиткой кабанчик, полом из мозаичной плитки, душевой кабиной, мраморной столешницей и шторкой для ванной с

Patrick Brickman
На фото: большая детская ванная комната в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами с утопленной филенкой, белыми фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, белой плиткой, керамической плиткой, розовыми стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, монолитной раковиной, столешницей из искусственного кварца, белым полом, шторкой для ванной и белой столешницей с

Small bathroom remodel for a wonderful; client in Glenview, IL. Double sinks with a shaker cabinet
Источник вдохновения для домашнего уюта: маленькая ванная комната в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами в стиле шейкер, темными деревянными фасадами, душем над ванной, унитазом-моноблоком, серой плиткой, мраморной плиткой, бежевыми стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, душевой кабиной, врезной раковиной, мраморной столешницей, белым полом, шторкой для ванной и белой столешницей для на участке и в саду

This bathroom was completely gutted and laid out in a more functional way. The shower/tub combo was moved from the left side to the back of the bathroom on exterior wall.

Gray tones playfulness a kid’s bathroom in Oak Park. This bath was design with kids in mind but still to have the aesthetic lure of a beautiful guest bathroom. The flooring is made out of gray and white hexagon tiles with different textures to it, creating a playful puzzle of colors and creating a perfect anti slippery surface for kids to use. The walls tiles are 3x6 gray subway tile with glossy finish for an easy to clean surface and to sparkle with the ceiling lighting layout. A semi-modern vanity design brings all the colors together with darker gray color and quartz countertop. In conclusion a bathroom for everyone to enjoy and admire.

Пример оригинального дизайна: главная ванная комната среднего размера в стиле кантри с фасадами островного типа, коричневыми фасадами, ванной на ножках, душем в нише, бежевыми стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, подвесной раковиной, столешницей из талькохлорита, белым полом и шторкой для ванной

Kid's Bathroom: Shower Area
Свежая идея для дизайна: детская ванная комната среднего размера в стиле модернизм с душем над ванной, белой плиткой, плиткой кабанчик, белыми стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, накладной ванной, плоскими фасадами, врезной раковиной, столешницей из искусственного камня, белым полом, шторкой для ванной и белой столешницей - отличное фото интерьера

Perfectly settled in the shade of three majestic oak trees, this timeless homestead evokes a deep sense of belonging to the land. The Wilson Architects farmhouse design riffs on the agrarian history of the region while employing contemporary green technologies and methods. Honoring centuries-old artisan traditions and the rich local talent carrying those traditions today, the home is adorned with intricate handmade details including custom site-harvested millwork, forged iron hardware, and inventive stone masonry. Welcome family and guests comfortably in the detached garage apartment. Enjoy long range views of these ancient mountains with ample space, inside and out.

Источник вдохновения для домашнего уюта: большая главная ванная комната в стиле лофт с открытыми фасадами, фасадами цвета дерева среднего тона, открытым душем, унитазом-моноблоком, белой плиткой, плиткой кабанчик, серыми стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, врезной раковиной, мраморной столешницей и шторкой для ванной

Идея дизайна: главная ванная комната среднего размера в стиле модернизм с фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, раздельным унитазом, серой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, серыми стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, монолитной раковиной, столешницей из искусственного камня, шторкой для ванной, белой столешницей, тумбой под одну раковину и напольной тумбой

Full bathroom remodel with updated layout in historic Victorian home. White cabinetry, quartz countertop, ash gray hardware, Delta faucets and shower fixtures, hexagon porcelain mosaic floor tile, Carrara marble trim on window and shower niches, deep soaking tub, and TOTO Washlet bidet toilet.