New 4 bedroom home construction artfully designed by E. Cobb Architects for a lively young family maximizes a corner street-to-street lot, providing a seamless indoor/outdoor living experience. A custom steel and glass central stairwell unifies the space and leads to a roof top deck leveraging a view of Lake Washington. ©2012 Steve Keating Photography

  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

Moen's Voss collection on polished chrome was used for all plumbing fixtures and other accessories to include the towel bar and robe hooks
Стильный дизайн: детская ванная комната среднего размера в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, раздельным унитазом, синей плиткой, стеклянной плиткой, синими стенами, полом из керамогранита, врезной раковиной, мраморной столешницей, серым полом, душем с раздвижными дверями, серой столешницей, тумбой под одну раковину и напольной тумбой - последний тренд

Boys bathroom with painted cabinetry and white painted wainscoting. Fish motifs in the shower curtain, wallcovering, hardware and shower tile.
Идея дизайна: детский совмещенный санузел среднего размера в классическом стиле с плоскими фасадами, синими фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, унитазом-моноблоком, белой плиткой, керамической плиткой, разноцветными стенами, полом из керамогранита, врезной раковиной, столешницей из искусственного кварца, коричневым полом, шторкой для ванной, белой столешницей, тумбой под одну раковину, встроенной тумбой и обоями на стенах

Свежая идея для дизайна: детская ванная комната среднего размера в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами в стиле шейкер, коричневыми фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, раздельным унитазом, синей плиткой, стеклянной плиткой, красными стенами, полом из керамогранита, врезной раковиной, столешницей из искусственного кварца, серым полом, шторкой для ванной и белой столешницей - отличное фото интерьера

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

Clever Home Design LLC
Стильный дизайн: маленькая детская ванная комната в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами в стиле шейкер, фасадами цвета дерева среднего тона, ванной в нише, унитазом-моноблоком, бежевой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, бежевыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, монолитной раковиной, столешницей из искусственного камня и коричневым полом для на участке и в саду - последний тренд

Марк Кожура
Идея дизайна: маленькая главная ванная комната в современном стиле с плоскими фасадами, черными фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, белой плиткой, монолитной раковиной и шторкой для ванной для на участке и в саду

На фото: ванная комната среднего размера в современном стиле с плоскими фасадами, белыми фасадами, полом из сланца, душевой кабиной, серым полом, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, раздельным унитазом, белой плиткой, плиткой кабанчик, белыми стенами, монолитной раковиной и шторкой для ванной с

Upstairs bathroom with double vanity and a toilet and shower room
На фото: детская ванная комната среднего размера в современном стиле с фасадами с выступающей филенкой, синими фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, раздельным унитазом, белой плиткой, керамической плиткой, белыми стенами, полом из керамической плитки, врезной раковиной, столешницей из искусственного кварца, черным полом, шторкой для ванной, серой столешницей, тумбой под две раковины, встроенной тумбой и нишей

This house has two bathrooms — one in the hallway and one in the primary bedroom. For a more comfortable bathroom experience, we installed heated floors on both. This one is the hallway bathroom. We continued the overall blue and gray theme of the house by adding beautiful blue stacked tiles by the shower and dark gray vanity countertops.

The client had several requirements for this Seattle kids bathroom remodel. They wanted to keep the existing bathtub, toilet and flooring; they wanted to fit two sinks into the space for their two teenage children; they wanted to integrate a niche into the shower area; lastly, they wanted a fun but sophisticated look that incorporated the theme of African wildlife into the design. Ellen Weiss Design accomplished all of these goals, surpassing the client's expectations. The client particularly loved the idea of opening up what had been a large unused (and smelly) built-in medicine cabinet to create an open and accessible space which now provides much-needed additional counter space and which has become a design focal point.

This bathroom in our client's lovely three bedroom one bath home in the North Park Neighborhood needed some serious help. The existing layout and size created a cramped space seriously lacking storage and counter space. The goal of the remodel was to expand the bathroom to add a larger vanity, bigger bath tub long and deep enough for soaking, smart storage solutions, and a bright updated look. To do this we pushed the southern wall 18 inches, flipped flopped the vanity to the opposite wall, and rotated the toilet. A new 72 inch three-wall alcove tub with subway tile and a playfull blue penny tile make create the spacous and bright bath/shower enclosure. The custom made-to-order shower curtain is a fun alternative to a custom glass door. A small built-in tower of storage cubbies tucks in behind wall holding the shower plumbing. The vanity area inlcudes an Ikea cabinet, counter, and faucet with simple mirror medicine cabinet and chrome wall sconces. The wall color is Reflection by Sherwin-Williams.

Идея дизайна: ванная комната в морском стиле с подвесной раковиной, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, раздельным унитазом, белой плиткой и синими стенами

На фото: маленькая ванная комната в классическом стиле с раковиной с пьедесталом, ванной в нише, белой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, синими стенами и полом из керамогранита для на участке и в саду с

Skylights and glass tile add drama, and warmth to the landlocked bathroom in the center of the house. Joe Fletcher Photography
Идея дизайна: маленькая ванная комната в стиле модернизм с плоскими фасадами, белыми фасадами, ванной в нише, душем над ванной, раздельным унитазом, синей плиткой, плиткой мозаикой, синими стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, монолитной раковиной и столешницей из искусственного камня для на участке и в саду

@alliecrafton
На фото: большая главная ванная комната в современном стиле с плоскими фасадами, фасадами цвета дерева среднего тона, ванной в нише, открытым душем, унитазом-моноблоком, белой плиткой, стеклянной плиткой, белыми стенами, полом из керамической плитки, раковиной с несколькими смесителями, мраморной столешницей, серым полом, открытым душем и белой столешницей с

Dean Riedel of 360Vip Photography
Пример оригинального дизайна: ванная комната в современном стиле с настольной раковиной, плоскими фасадами, черными фасадами, ванной в нише, открытым душем, серой плиткой и серыми стенами

Photos by Mark Myers of Myers Imaging
Идея дизайна: детский совмещенный санузел с ванной в нише, душем над ванной, синей плиткой, белыми стенами и шторкой для ванной