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: детская ванная комната среднего размера в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с плоскими фасадами, темными деревянными фасадами, ванной в нише, душем в нише, розовой плиткой, керамической плиткой, белыми стенами, полом из цементной плитки, врезной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, белым полом, душем с раздвижными дверями, серой столешницей, тумбой под одну раковину и напольной тумбой - последний тренд

Sauna room with a large bathroom and a cool dipping tub. Oversized shower with a bench. Custom vanity.
Стильный дизайн: большая баня и сауна в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с светлыми деревянными фасадами, японской ванной, душем в нише, инсталляцией, бежевой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, бежевыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, врезной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, бежевым полом, душем с распашными дверями, белой столешницей, сиденьем для душа, тумбой под две раковины и напольной тумбой - последний тренд

Master bathroom
Свежая идея для дизайна: главный совмещенный санузел среднего размера в современном стиле с белыми фасадами, душем в нише, инсталляцией, серой плиткой, белыми стенами, полом из керамической плитки, накладной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, серым полом, душем с распашными дверями, белой столешницей, тумбой под одну раковину и встроенной тумбой - отличное фото интерьера

Rénovation d'un appartement en duplex de 200m2 dans le 17ème arrondissement de Paris. Design Charlotte Féquet & Laurie Mazit. Photos Laura Jacques.

На фото: большой главный совмещенный санузел в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами с декоративным кантом, серыми фасадами, отдельно стоящей ванной, угловым душем, серой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, белыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, врезной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, серым полом, душем с распашными дверями, белой столешницей, тумбой под две раковины и встроенной тумбой с

The project: update a tired and dated bathroom on a tight budget. We had to work with the existing space, so we choose modern materials, clean lines, and a black & white color palette. The result is quite stunning and we were able to stay on budget!

Свежая идея для дизайна: маленькая главная ванная комната в стиле кантри с серыми фасадами, унитазом-моноблоком, белой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, серыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, столешницей из кварцита, белым полом, шторкой для ванной, белой столешницей, тумбой под одну раковину и напольной тумбой для на участке и в саду - отличное фото интерьера

We removed the long wall of mirrors and moved the tub into the empty space at the left end of the vanity. We replaced the carpet with a beautiful and durable Luxury Vinyl Plank. We simply refaced the double vanity with a shaker style.

Kids bath fit for a princess :)
Идея дизайна: огромная детская ванная комната в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с белыми фасадами, отдельно стоящей ванной, раздельным унитазом, белой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, белыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, врезной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, серым полом, душем с распашными дверями, белой столешницей, сиденьем для душа, тумбой под две раковины и встроенной тумбой

Black and white themed double sink farmhouse vanity in black with decorative knobs. Gold faucets and black square mirrors. Photos: Jody Kmetz
Источник вдохновения для домашнего уюта: большая главная ванная комната в стиле кантри с фасадами с утопленной филенкой, черными фасадами, отдельно стоящей ванной, душевой комнатой, раздельным унитазом, белой плиткой, плиткой кабанчик, белыми стенами, полом из мозаичной плитки, врезной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, белым полом, открытым душем, серой столешницей, тумбой под две раковины и напольной тумбой

Идея дизайна: главная ванная комната среднего размера в стиле модернизм с плоскими фасадами, белыми фасадами, душем без бортиков, унитазом-моноблоком, бежевой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, серыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, врезной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, бежевым полом, душем с распашными дверями и бежевой столешницей

На фото: главная ванная комната среднего размера в стиле кантри с фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами, душем в нише, раздельным унитазом, серыми стенами, полом из керамогранита, врезной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, серым полом, душем с распашными дверями и белой столешницей с

Lower level Jack and Jill bath
Стильный дизайн: детская ванная комната среднего размера в классическом стиле с фасадами с утопленной филенкой, белыми фасадами, душем в нише, раздельным унитазом, серой плиткой, керамической плиткой, серыми стенами, полом из керамической плитки, врезной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, разноцветным полом, душем с распашными дверями и серой столешницей - последний тренд

This well used but dreary bathroom was ready for an update but this time, materials were selected that not only looked great but would stand the test of time. The large steam shower (6x6') was like a dark cave with one glass door allowing light. To create a brighter shower space and the feel of an even larger shower, the wall was removed and full glass panels now allowed full sunlight streaming into the shower which avoids the growth of mold and mildew in this newly brighter space which also expands the bathroom by showing all the spaces. Originally the dark shower was permeated with cracks in the marble marble material and bench seat so mold and mildew had a home. The designer specified Porcelain slabs for a carefree un-penetrable material that had fewer grouted seams and added luxury to the new bath. Although Quartz is a hard material and fine to use in a shower, it is not suggested for steam showers because there is some porosity. A free standing bench was fabricated from quartz which works well. A new free standing, hydrotherapy tub was installed allowing more free space around the tub area and instilling luxury with the use of beautiful marble for the walls and flooring. A lovely crystal chandelier emphasizes the height of the room and the lovely tall window.. Two smaller vanities were replaced by a larger U shaped vanity allotting two corner lazy susan cabinets for storing larger items. The center cabinet was used to store 3 laundry bins that roll out, one for towels and one for his and one for her delicates. Normally this space would be a makeup dressing table but since we were able to design a large one in her closet, she felt laundry bins were more needed in this bathroom. Instead of constructing a closet in the bathroom, the designer suggested an elegant glass front French Armoire to not encumber the space with a wall for the closet.The new bathroom is stunning and stops the heart on entering with all the luxurious amenities.

Свежая идея для дизайна: ванная комната среднего размера в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами с утопленной филенкой, синими фасадами, ванной в нише, душем в нише, унитазом-моноблоком, серой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, серыми стенами, темным паркетным полом, врезной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, шторкой для ванной и белой столешницей - отличное фото интерьера

Curbless shower with rainhead, floating bench, linear drain and a large niche for shower items. Photography by Chris Veith
Идея дизайна: огромная главная ванная комната в стиле неоклассика (современная классика) с фасадами в стиле шейкер, белыми фасадами, отдельно стоящей ванной, душем без бортиков, биде, белой плиткой, керамогранитной плиткой, бежевыми стенами, мраморным полом, врезной раковиной, столешницей из кварцита, душем с распашными дверями и белой столешницей

На фото: большая главная ванная комната в стиле ретро с плоскими фасадами, темными деревянными фасадами, отдельно стоящей ванной, душевой комнатой, мраморной плиткой, паркетным полом среднего тона, врезной раковиной, коричневым полом, открытым душем, серой плиткой, белой плиткой, коричневыми стенами, столешницей из кварцита и белой столешницей

After renovating their neutrally styled master bath Gardner/Fox helped their clients create this farmhouse-inspired master bathroom, with subtle modern undertones. The original room was dominated by a seldom-used soaking tub and shower stall. Now, the master bathroom includes a glass-enclosed shower, custom walnut double vanity, make-up vanity, linen storage, and a private toilet room.