Transitional laundry room with a mudroom included in it. The stackable washer and dryer allowed for there to be a large closet for cleaning supplies with an outlet in it for the electric broom. The clean white counters allow the tile and cabinet color to stand out and be the showpiece in the room!

On April 22, 2013, MainStreet Design Build began a 6-month construction project that ended November 1, 2013 with a beautiful 655 square foot addition off the rear of this client's home. The addition included this gorgeous custom kitchen, a large mudroom with a locker for everyone in the house, a brand new laundry room and 3rd car garage. As part of the renovation, a 2nd floor closet was also converted into a full bathroom, attached to a child’s bedroom; the formal living room and dining room were opened up to one another with custom columns that coordinated with existing columns in the family room and kitchen; and the front entry stairwell received a complete re-design. KateBenjamin Photography

A mixed use mud room featuring open lockers, bright geometric tile and built in closets.
На фото: большая п-образная универсальная комната в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с врезной мойкой, серыми фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, со стиральной и сушильной машиной рядом, серым полом, белой столешницей, плоскими фасадами, серым фартуком, фартуком из керамической плитки, разноцветными стенами и полом из керамической плитки

Источник вдохновения для домашнего уюта: отдельная, п-образная прачечная среднего размера в стиле кантри с с полувстраиваемой мойкой (с передним бортиком), фасадами с декоративным кантом, черными фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, белыми стенами, полом из керамической плитки, со стиральной и сушильной машиной рядом, белым полом и белой столешницей

In this laundry room, Medallion Silverline cabinetry in Lancaster door painted in Macchiato was installed. A Kitty Pass door was installed on the base cabinet to hide the family cat’s litterbox. A rod was installed for hanging clothes. The countertop is Eternia Finley quartz in the satin finish.

Photo ©Kim Jeffery
Идея дизайна: большая отдельная, п-образная прачечная в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с врезной мойкой, фасадами с утопленной филенкой, белыми фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, серыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, со стиральной и сушильной машиной рядом, разноцветным полом и белой столешницей

After six years of living in their Huntley IL home, Chris and Meghan were tired of their dark, dingy, outdated kitchen and it was finally time for a long-anticipated change. “The kitchen is the place where we live, it’s where we do everything,” Meghan said. “It was important that it be a space where we wanted to be.” Meghan loves cooking and enjoys including their girls in healthy meal prepping, this led them to want a brighter, more enjoyable kitchen with increased functionality and improved storage. For Chris especially, the laundry room was an entirely dysfunctional eyesore. “We had a washer and a dryer, but it was all kind-of cobbled together!” Chris said. “There were always laundry piles everywhere, we weren’t really sure what we wanted to do in there, but it was time for us to make a change.” The mess of the space was stressful every time they walked in the door from the garage each day. Kids’ backpacks and shoes piled up haphazardly in the makeshift boot-bench closet left the family feeling disorganized and stressed. They needed space for folding clothes and locker cubbies to help keep the family organized. Having known Christine and Todd in the Huntley community for years, Chris and Meghan were familiar with their work. “We already trusted them personally and having seen their projects for years we knew they did top notch work. After we reviewed the initial round of designs, we knew that hiring them was definitely the right choice,” Meghan and Chris said. Although Chris had done a lot of work in their home himself, the kitchen and laundry room renovation was such a large undertaking that he didn’t want to steal time away from his family to spend what would surely be many long weekends doing the job himself. “That would not have been a wise choice for us,” Chris laughed. “Our designer, Michelle was very, very, easy to work with; anything we wanted to see or weren’t sure about, she went above and beyond to make this easy for us. She was easy to get hold of and always quick to respond,” the couple said. Michelle pulled ideas that mirrored the couple’s taste and style and was adept at directing the couple to limited choices that didn’t overwhelm them and kept the process moving. “I have a hard time making decisions. Michelle made the decision-making process so easy. I loved how she listened to what I liked and then presented three great options for me to choose from,” Meghan said. The main objectives for the kitchen were better storage solutions, they wanted the space to reflect their lifestyle and taste, and they wanted it to last for years with low maintenance. One of the first steps in creating a more functional kitchen was relocating the refrigerator, creating an improved workflow for the busy family. “We didn’t know that we could even move the refrigerator to a new location where it is now, that was something that we never would have thought of,” Chris said. “The new refrigerator location makes the kitchen feel so much bigger. We didn’t add any space, but our whole kitchen with the new design just seems like it’s so much larger than before!” Meghan said. The perimeter mist colored cabinets helped warm and brighten the entire room, while the graphite colored cabinets on the island added contrast. Using this fresh, clean color palette satisfied the couple’s desire for a bright space that was the exact opposite of what they had before. Organization accessories were also added to the cabinets such as a spice drawer tray and roll outs to create hidden convenience. “I absolutely love the hidden spices – it makes cooking so much more enjoyable!” Chris said. “And all the pull outs, and the double trash bin, who would think you could get so excited about organization!” the couple said in unison. One thing they hated in their original kitchen was how dark the space felt. Added lighting on the ceiling with the new light fixtures combined with the lighter cabinetry colors throughout solved this problem. “Our new kitchen has this warm, almost cozy feeling that our old kitchen never had, it’s just a space that I love spending my time in now,” Meghan said. The light airy feeling was accentuated with the use of floating white shelves on either side of the decorative range hood. “We have so much cabinetry space, the new design is amazing we actually have more storage space than we will ever need,” Meghan said. The island was extended to create more work surface and added space for stool seating. “The new island changes how we live. Now the kids can be in the kitchen with us, doing homework, eating breakfast, and the three of us have special dinners there when Chris is working late,” Meghan said. The Carrara Marmi Quartz countertops were chosen because they are, not only beautiful, but are made from hard-working material that doesn’t require maintenance. The white subway tile backsplash that wraps to the ceiling behind the focal point cooktop range/hood compliments the crisp white countertops perfectly, while brushed brass hardware and light fixtures keep the design fresh and new. The couple had a few fears at the beginning of the project, as most homeowners do. Their biggest fear was being out of their kitchen and laundry room for an extended time. The crew made it very easy for the family to work in a limited space keeping the washer and dryer hooked up the majority of the time, and also getting appliances working with minimal downtime. “They above and beyond accommodated us to get us through the process,” Meghan said. “They did a great job making sure we were as comfortable as possible throughout the process,” Chris added. “Our project manager DJ did a great job. He was very good at updating us on schedule changes, getting guys in as quickly as possible. Everyone that stepped in the house was nice and did great work,” said Chris. They thought Advance’s carpenter was phenomenal and were impressed when he took a conceptual idea from a photograph and worked with designer Michelle to create a one of a kind range/hood that has become the topic of conversation with friends and family who visit the new kitchen. “He was in our house literally every day for several weeks. He was easy to work with and good at what he did,” Meghan and Chris said. The focal point of the kitchen; a hand-crafted, custom-built ventilation hood was clad with handpicked reclaimed barnwood. Advance Design’s carpenter built the framework and the cladding to create a one-of-a-kind design element that the couple loves. “I think it was especially fun for him to create something unique from scratch, showcasing his talent in this area,” Meghan said. “I love that my kitchen is not like everyone else’s. I got to pick out the wood on my hood and watch it being built and was able to choose what pieces of wood went where on it. It’s totally unique.” Red Oak flooring was toothed-in throughout the kitchen and the rest of the first floor anywhere changes were made. Then the whole floor was refinished to tone down the orange undertones in the existing floor stain, ultimately changing the color complexion of the entire first floor. The result is a completely new feeling to the entire home. Renovating the laundry room was extremely important to Meghan and Chris, but they had trouble visualizing what the possibilities were for the seemingly small space. Michelle produced beautiful 3D illustrations that helped them envision the space in a whole new way. “I must have told Michelle 100 times that I am a visual person, seeing the designs in 3D made it so easy to make decisions and see what we could really do with our space,” Meghan said. A dividing wall and doorway were removed between the existing laundry room and hallway formerly containing a coat closet, providing space to design specialized graphite colored cabinetry matching the kitchen island to house custom storage cubbies for each family member. Adding the tall utility cabinetry in the new laundry area helped solve the storage issue, tucking away cleaning supplies, household items, and even the cat got its own cubby. “I love how everything is now hidden in its own space. I can’t tell you how much I hated coming home and seeing everything sitting around on counters,” Chris said. Electrical outlets were planned for the inside of utility cabinets, so devices could charge in hidden locations. Stacking the washer and dryer allowed for wider countertop space to provide a folding area and a special space for clothes to hang. “The way I do laundry has been completely transformed! I can actually fold clothes and hang them now right out of the washer and dryer,” Meghan said. “The end result in the kitchen and the laundry/mud room was an updated light and bright space, with a smarter work flow that better meets the needs of this family,” Michelle said. “I would totally recommend Advance Design,” Meghan said. “Sometimes I sit and just look at my kitchen and laundry room and think ‘Wow, I can’t believe I get to live here!’ It’s an understatement to say we love our new space.”

Kitchen Designer: Clay Cox; Photos: Frank Berna Photography
Идея дизайна: п-образная прачечная в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами и столешницей из кварцевого агломерата

Conroy + Tanzer
Источник вдохновения для домашнего уюта: маленькая п-образная универсальная комната в классическом стиле с с полувстраиваемой мойкой (с передним бортиком), фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, полом из сланца, со стиральной и сушильной машиной рядом, серыми стенами, серым полом и белой столешницей для на участке и в саду

На фото: большая п-образная универсальная комната в стиле кантри с врезной мойкой, фасадами в стиле шейкер, синими фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, белым фартуком, фартуком из плитки кабанчик, серыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, со стиральной и сушильной машиной рядом, серым полом, серой столешницей и потолком с обоями с

Pantries and mud room storage in laundry room.
На фото: большая п-образная универсальная комната в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами в стиле шейкер, синими фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, белыми стенами, полом из травертина, со стиральной и сушильной машиной рядом, разноцветным полом и белой столешницей

This 6,000sf luxurious custom new construction 5-bedroom, 4-bath home combines elements of open-concept design with traditional, formal spaces, as well. Tall windows, large openings to the back yard, and clear views from room to room are abundant throughout. The 2-story entry boasts a gently curving stair, and a full view through openings to the glass-clad family room. The back stair is continuous from the basement to the finished 3rd floor / attic recreation room. The interior is finished with the finest materials and detailing, with crown molding, coffered, tray and barrel vault ceilings, chair rail, arched openings, rounded corners, built-in niches and coves, wide halls, and 12' first floor ceilings with 10' second floor ceilings. It sits at the end of a cul-de-sac in a wooded neighborhood, surrounded by old growth trees. The homeowners, who hail from Texas, believe that bigger is better, and this house was built to match their dreams. The brick - with stone and cast concrete accent elements - runs the full 3-stories of the home, on all sides. A paver driveway and covered patio are included, along with paver retaining wall carved into the hill, creating a secluded back yard play space for their young children. Project photography by Kmieick Imagery.

Mark Lohman for HGTV Magazine
На фото: большая отдельная, п-образная прачечная в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с врезной мойкой, фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, желтыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, со стиральной и сушильной машиной рядом, белым полом и белой столешницей

Идея дизайна: большая отдельная, п-образная прачечная в стиле ретро с врезной мойкой, фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, белым фартуком, фартуком из керамической плитки, белыми стенами, полом из керамической плитки, со стиральной и сушильной машиной рядом, бежевым полом и белой столешницей

Attic laundry with yellow cabinetry and farmhouse sink.
Стильный дизайн: отдельная, п-образная прачечная среднего размера в стиле кантри с с полувстраиваемой мойкой (с передним бортиком), фасадами в стиле шейкер, желтыми фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, фартуком из кварцевого агломерата, серыми стенами, белой столешницей и сводчатым потолком - последний тренд

Photo: Jessie Preza Photography
Идея дизайна: отдельная, п-образная прачечная среднего размера в средиземноморском стиле с одинарной мойкой, фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, белым фартуком, фартуком из вагонки, белыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, со стиральной и сушильной машиной рядом, черным полом, черной столешницей и стенами из вагонки

Пример оригинального дизайна: отдельная, п-образная прачечная среднего размера в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с хозяйственной раковиной, фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами, столешницей из кварцевого агломерата, белым фартуком, фартуком из керамогранитной плитки, белыми стенами, бетонным полом, со стиральной и сушильной машиной рядом, серым полом и серой столешницей

Inspired by the majesty of the Northern Lights and this family's everlasting love for Disney, this home plays host to enlighteningly open vistas and playful activity. Like its namesake, the beloved Sleeping Beauty, this home embodies family, fantasy and adventure in their truest form. Visions are seldom what they seem, but this home did begin 'Once Upon a Dream'. Welcome, to The Aurora.

Transitional laundry room with a mudroom included in it. The stackable washer and dryer allowed for there to be a large closet for cleaning supplies with an outlet in it for the electric broom. The clean white counters allow the tile and cabinet color to stand out and be the showpiece in the room!