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

Стильный дизайн: маленький тамбур в морском стиле с белыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, синим полом и стенами из вагонки для на участке и в саду - последний тренд

Свежая идея для дизайна: большой тамбур в классическом стиле с синими стенами, полом из сланца, одностворчатой входной дверью, черной входной дверью, черным полом и стенами из вагонки - отличное фото интерьера

На фото: узкая прихожая в стиле ретро с белыми стенами, паркетным полом среднего тона, одностворчатой входной дверью, черной входной дверью, коричневым полом, сводчатым потолком, деревянным потолком и стенами из вагонки

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Пример оригинального дизайна: входная дверь среднего размера в стиле кантри с белыми стенами, паркетным полом среднего тона, двустворчатой входной дверью, черной входной дверью, коричневым полом, балками на потолке и стенами из вагонки

На фото: маленькая входная дверь в классическом стиле с серыми стенами, паркетным полом среднего тона, одностворчатой входной дверью, зеленой входной дверью, белым полом, кессонным потолком и стенами из вагонки для на участке и в саду с

built ins, mudroom, navy, brass, fun, cubbies, fresh,
Свежая идея для дизайна: тамбур среднего размера в стиле кантри с серыми стенами, паркетным полом среднего тона и стенами из вагонки - отличное фото интерьера

The mudroom was strategically located off of the drive aisle to drop off children and their belongings before parking the car in the car in the detached garage at the property's rear. Backpacks, coats, shoes, and key storage allow the rest of the house to remain clutter free.

Свежая идея для дизайна: маленькое фойе в стиле кантри с белыми стенами, светлым паркетным полом, одностворчатой входной дверью, бежевым полом и стенами из вагонки для на участке и в саду - отличное фото интерьера

Идея дизайна: большой тамбур в классическом стиле с серыми стенами, кирпичным полом, одностворчатой входной дверью, входной дверью из темного дерева, красным полом, деревянным потолком и стенами из вагонки

ATIID collaborated with these homeowners to curate new furnishings throughout the home while their down-to-the studs, raise-the-roof renovation, designed by Chambers Design, was underway. Pattern and color were everything to the owners, and classic “Americana” colors with a modern twist appear in the formal dining room, great room with gorgeous new screen porch, and the primary bedroom. Custom bedding that marries not-so-traditional checks and florals invites guests into each sumptuously layered bed. Vintage and contemporary area rugs in wool and jute provide color and warmth, grounding each space. Bold wallpapers were introduced in the powder and guest bathrooms, and custom draperies layered with natural fiber roman shades ala Cindy’s Window Fashions inspire the palettes and draw the eye out to the natural beauty beyond. Luxury abounds in each bathroom with gleaming chrome fixtures and classic finishes. A magnetic shade of blue paint envelops the gourmet kitchen and a buttery yellow creates a happy basement laundry room. No detail was overlooked in this stately home - down to the mudroom’s delightful dutch door and hard-wearing brick floor. Photography by Meagan Larsen Photography

Entry in the Coogee family home
Свежая идея для дизайна: маленькое фойе в морском стиле с белыми стенами, светлым паркетным полом, одностворчатой входной дверью, стеклянной входной дверью и стенами из вагонки для на участке и в саду - отличное фото интерьера

Farrow & Ball painted black shiplap walls are the perfect backdrop to show off unique and beautiful art pieces.
Пример оригинального дизайна: маленькая узкая прихожая в стиле фьюжн с черными стенами, паркетным полом среднего тона, коричневым полом и стенами из вагонки для на участке и в саду

Идея дизайна: большое фойе со шкафом для обуви в стиле модернизм с серыми стенами, двустворчатой входной дверью, металлической входной дверью и стенами из вагонки

This Riverdale semi-detached whole home renovation features some of the most frequently requested upgrades from Carter Fox clients: open-concept living, more light, a new kitchen and a more effective solution for the entry area. To deliver this wish list, we removed most of the interior walls on the main floor, upgraded the kitchen, and added a large sliding glass door across the back wall. We also built a new wall separating the entrance and living room, and built in a custom bench seat and storage area. Upstairs, we expanded one room to create a dedicated laundry room and created a larger 2nd floor bathroom. In the master bedroom we installed a wall of closets. Finally we updated all electrical and plumbing, painted and installed new flooring throughout the house.

На фото: фойе в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с белыми стенами, темным паркетным полом, коричневым полом, кессонным потолком и стенами из вагонки

Источник вдохновения для домашнего уюта: большой тамбур в морском стиле с белыми стенами, белым полом, мраморным полом и стенами из вагонки

Gorgeous jewelbox mudroom in monochromatic paint! We paired this lovely blue color with a patterned tile, and brass accents to create a mudroom that thrills upon entrance!