This bathroom from Castleknock has a contemporary feel with its clean grid-like lines on White & Red metro tiles. We have a 'Dark emerald' unit fitted giving this bathroom a fresh look. Designed - Supplied - Installed by our market-leading team. Ripples - Relaxing in Luxury ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Sacramento with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a one-piece toilet, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, white benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity and white walls.

  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

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic master wet room bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, quartzite benchtops, black floor and a hinged shower door.

We gave this rather dated farmhouse some dramatic upgrades that brought together the feminine with the masculine, combining rustic wood with softer elements. In terms of style her tastes leaned toward traditional and elegant and his toward the rustic and outdoorsy. The result was the perfect fit for this family of 4 plus 2 dogs and their very special farmhouse in Ipswich, MA. Character details create a visual statement, showcasing the melding of both rustic and traditional elements without too much formality. The new master suite is one of the most potent examples of the blending of styles. The bath, with white carrara honed marble countertops and backsplash, beaded wainscoting, matching pale green vanities with make-up table offset by the black center cabinet expand function of the space exquisitely while the salvaged rustic beams create an eye-catching contrast that picks up on the earthy tones of the wood. The luxurious walk-in shower drenched in white carrara floor and wall tile replaced the obsolete Jacuzzi tub. Wardrobe care and organization is a joy in the massive walk-in closet complete with custom gliding library ladder to access the additional storage above. The space serves double duty as a peaceful laundry room complete with roll-out ironing center. The cozy reading nook now graces the bay-window-with-a-view and storage abounds with a surplus of built-ins including bookcases and in-home entertainment center. You can’t help but feel pampered the moment you step into this ensuite. The pantry, with its painted barn door, slate floor, custom shelving and black walnut countertop provide much needed storage designed to fit the family’s needs precisely, including a pull out bin for dog food. During this phase of the project, the powder room was relocated and treated to a reclaimed wood vanity with reclaimed white oak countertop along with custom vessel soapstone sink and wide board paneling. Design elements effectively married rustic and traditional styles and the home now has the character to match the country setting and the improved layout and storage the family so desperately needed. And did you see the barn? Photo credit: Eric Roth

Inspiration for a mid-sized country powder room in Other with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a one-piece toilet, green walls, vinyl floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, black benchtops, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Building a 7,000-square-foot dream home is no small feat. This young family hired us to design all of the cabinetry and custom built-ins throughout the home, to provide a fun new color scheme, and to design a kitchen that was totally functional for their family and guests.

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts powder room in Oklahoma City with green cabinets, slate floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, white benchtops, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white walls, cement tiles, an integrated sink, granite benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Oklahoma City with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Design ideas for a mid-sized tropical 3/4 wet room bathroom in Sussex with glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, green tile, limestone, slate floors, a wall-mount sink, wood benchtops, black floor, brown benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Design ideas for a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Birmingham with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white tile, cement tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, black floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor and grey benchtops.

The Hall bath is the next beautiful stop, a custom-made vanity, finished in Cedar Path, accented with champagne bronze fixtures. This bathroom is an awe-inspiring green oasis, with stunning gold embedded medicine cabinets, and Glazed Porcelain tile in Dark Gray Hexagon to finish off on the floor.

This is an example of a transitional bathroom in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, black floor and grey benchtops.

This is an example of a mid-sized tropical 3/4 wet room bathroom in Sussex with glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, limestone, slate floors, a drop-in sink, wood benchtops, black floor, brown benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity, wallpaper and green tile.

Bathroom Remodel with custom built double sink vanity, in Sherwin Williams Retreat, a soft greenish grey color. We carried the matte black within the cabinet hardware, mirrors, and wall-mounted sconce lights. We did Puro quartz countertop which has beautiful subtle, creamy movement and texture when looking at it in person. We opted for flat panel cabinetry design for a modern and sleek look.

This single family home had been recently flipped with builder-grade materials. We touched each and every room of the house to give it a custom designer touch, thoughtfully marrying our soft minimalist design aesthetic with the graphic designer homeowner’s own design sensibilities. One of the most notable transformations in the home was opening up the galley kitchen to create an open concept great room with large skylight to give the illusion of a larger communal space.

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Inspiration for a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, a corner shower, white tile, marble, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a two-piece toilet and multi-coloured walls.