Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW This family from Wheaton was ready to remodel their kitchen, dining room and powder room. The project didn’t call for any structural or space planning changes but the makeover still had a massive impact on their home. The homeowners wanted to change their dated 1990’s brown speckled granite and light maple kitchen. They liked the welcoming feeling they got from the wood and warm tones in their current kitchen, but this style clashed with their vision of a deVOL type kitchen, a London-based furniture company. Their inspiration came from the country homes of the UK that mix the warmth of traditional detail with clean lines and modern updates. To create their vision, we started with all new framed cabinets with a modified overlay painted in beautiful, understated colors. Our clients were adamant about “no white cabinets.” Instead we used an oyster color for the perimeter and a custom color match to a specific shade of green chosen by the homeowner. The use of a simple color pallet reduces the visual noise and allows the space to feel open and welcoming. We also painted the trim above the cabinets the same color to make the cabinets look taller. The room trim was painted a bright clean white to match the ceiling. In true English fashion our clients are not coffee drinkers, but they LOVE tea. We created a tea station for them where they can prepare and serve tea. We added plenty of glass to showcase their tea mugs and adapted the cabinetry below to accommodate storage for their tea items. Function is also key for the English kitchen and the homeowners. They requested a deep farmhouse sink and a cabinet devoted to their heavy mixer because they bake a lot. We then got rid of the stovetop on the island and wall oven and replaced both of them with a range located against the far wall. This gives them plenty of space on the island to roll out dough and prepare any number of baked goods. We then removed the bifold pantry doors and created custom built-ins with plenty of usable storage for all their cooking and baking needs. The client wanted a big change to the dining room but still wanted to use their own furniture and rug. We installed a toile-like wallpaper on the top half of the room and supported it with white wainscot paneling. We also changed out the light fixture, showing us once again that small changes can have a big impact. As the final touch, we also re-did the powder room to be in line with the rest of the first floor. We had the new vanity painted in the same oyster color as the kitchen cabinets and then covered the walls in a whimsical patterned wallpaper. Although the homeowners like subtle neutral colors they were willing to go a bit bold in the powder room for something unexpected. For more design inspiration go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Rendering realizzati per la prevendita di un appartamento, composto da Soggiorno sala pranzo, camera principale con bagno privato e cucina, sito in Florida (USA). Il proprietario ha richiesto di visualizzare una possibile disposizione dei vani al fine di accellerare la vendita della unità immobiliare.

Inspiration for a small beach style powder room in Tampa with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor and white benchtops.

This is an example of a powder room in Cleveland with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, brown tile, medium hardwood floors, a vessel sink and black benchtops.

No strangers to remodeling, the new owners of this St. Paul tudor knew they could update this decrepit 1920 duplex into a single-family forever home. A list of desired amenities was a catalyst for turning a bedroom into a large mudroom, an open kitchen space where their large family can gather, an additional exterior door for direct access to a patio, two home offices, an additional laundry room central to bedrooms, and a large master bathroom. To best understand the complexity of the floor plan changes, see the construction documents. As for the aesthetic, this was inspired by a deep appreciation for the durability, colors, textures and simplicity of Norwegian design. The home’s light paint colors set a positive tone. An abundance of tile creates character. New lighting reflecting the home’s original design is mixed with simplistic modern lighting. To pay homage to the original character several light fixtures were reused, wallpaper was repurposed at a ceiling, the chimney was exposed, and a new coffered ceiling was created. Overall, this eclectic design style was carefully thought out to create a cohesive design throughout the home. Come see this project in person, September 29 – 30th on the 2018 Castle Home Tour.

Design ideas for a transitional powder room in Vancouver with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, marble floors, a vessel sink and grey floor.

Michael Hunter
This is an example of a small modern powder room in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a one-piece toilet, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors and grey floor.

When I design a powder room, I always like to make these smaller spaces dramatic or have fun with a bit of whimsy. This bee wallpaper and the paint color are by Farrow & Ball

David Khazam Photography
Photo of a large traditional powder room in Toronto with black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, mosaic tile, marble floors, a vessel sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured walls, white tile and recessed-panel cabinets.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional powder room in Seattle with medium wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, green tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops, a freestanding vanity and recessed-panel cabinets.

Mid-sized country powder room in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, white benchtops, a freestanding vanity and planked wall panelling.

The powder room has a transitional-coastal feel with blues, whites and warm wood tones. The vanity is from Mouser Cabinetry in the Winchester door style with a charcoal stain. The toilet is the one-piece Kathryn model from Kohler. The plumbing fixtures are from the Kohler Artifacts collection in brushed bronze. The countertop is quartz from Cambria in the Fairbourne collection. Kyle J Caldwell Photography

Photo of a small mediterranean powder room in Minneapolis with black cabinets, white walls, engineered quartz benchtops, white benchtops, recessed-panel cabinets, a one-piece toilet and an undermount sink.

After purchasing this Sunnyvale home several years ago, it was finally time to create the home of their dreams for this young family. With a wholly reimagined floorplan and primary suite addition, this home now serves as headquarters for this busy family. The wall between the kitchen, dining, and family room was removed, allowing for an open concept plan, perfect for when kids are playing in the family room, doing homework at the dining table, or when the family is cooking. The new kitchen features tons of storage, a wet bar, and a large island. The family room conceals a small office and features custom built-ins, which allows visibility from the front entry through to the backyard without sacrificing any separation of space. The primary suite addition is spacious and feels luxurious. The bathroom hosts a large shower, freestanding soaking tub, and a double vanity with plenty of storage. The kid's bathrooms are playful while still being guests to use. Blues, greens, and neutral tones are featured throughout the home, creating a consistent color story. Playful, calm, and cheerful tones are in each defining area, making this the perfect family house.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary powder room in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, white benchtops and a floating vanity.

Adam Scott
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional powder room in London with recessed-panel cabinets, a one-piece toilet, a drop-in sink, green cabinets, white walls and wood benchtops.

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Design ideas for a large modern powder room in Osaka with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, grey floor, black benchtops, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional powder room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, beige walls and an undermount sink.

Design ideas for a small contemporary powder room in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.