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Master En Suite - Rochester, MI
Master En Suite - Rochester, MI
Lincorp / BorchertLincorp / Borchert
Bathroom - transitional white tile white floor bathroom idea in Detroit with gray walls and a hinged shower door
5280 Magazine Fall 2016 Feature
5280 Magazine Fall 2016 Feature
Oliver DesignsOliver Designs
A cluttered suburban laundry room gets a makeover—cubbies and dog-wash station included. Photography by S. Brenner
Inspiration for a rustic l-shaped beige floor laundry room remodel in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, a side-by-side washer/dryer and beige countertops
Mt. Airy, Philadelphia: Classic Bathrooms with Custom Wall Tile and Dark Accents
Mt. Airy, Philadelphia: Classic Bathrooms with Custom Wall Tile and Dark Accents
Bellweather Design-Build, LLCBellweather Design-Build, LLC
Mid-sized elegant 3/4 white tile and subway tile white floor alcove shower photo in Philadelphia with blue walls, a two-piece toilet, a wall-mount sink and a hinged shower door
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Deer Park Common Sense Kitchen Remodel
Deer Park Common Sense Kitchen Remodel
Advance Design Studio, Ltd.Advance Design Studio, Ltd.
Jennifer and Dan have lived in their Deer Park Illinois home for 15 years, slowly making minor fixes like painting and decorating; but they had a new plan for their kitchen the entire time. An awkwardly placed garage door, and an island cooktop with a terrible downdraft made a full-scale kitchen remodel an absolute must. Jennifer had many ideas in mind and wanted to work with a company that could provide high-end work, while partnering with a designer that would tailor the kitchen to her ideas. She was intrigued by the phrase “Common Sense Remodeling” in Advance Design’s feature she discovered while perusing an issue of the community’s Quintessential Barrington Magazine. Doing further research on the company’s website, as she looked through project profiles and read about Advance Design’s “Common Sense Remodeling” philosophy, she promptly scheduled an appointment to see if the people and ideas she read about were truly who they said they were. The more she read, the more she knew that the “Common Sense” approach to remodeling they described was exactly the type of company she was looking for. The partnership was sealed after an initial consultation with Owner Todd Jurs and Project Designer Michelle Lecinski. They displayed a combination of friendliness, professionalism and respect that was unmatched by any of the other companies Jennifer talked to. She knew that with Advance Design, she would be able to retain the vision that she had in mind with high-quality craftsmanship. “I reached out to Advance Design because of the ‘Common Sense Remodeling’ tagline,” Jennifer said. “That’s what lingered for me”. “Advance Design was the most respectful- of the house and of my design ideas, and the most professional of the handful of companies that looked at my project”. Soon after the meeting Jennifer began working with Michelle on the project design. They quickly developed chemistry. Jennifer loved how Michelle researched and located every detail that Jennifer wanted for the kitchen. Between the two of them, every concept and idea was worked through and perfected. “Jennifer had definite ideas about what she wanted the new kitchen to look like, she just didn’t know how to bring it all together. We worked together really well to make her ideas into the practical reality necessary for a well-functioning kitchen, with the look and feel that she had envisioned”, says Michelle. “Michelle was wonderful in using the CAD system she would show me new drawings every time we changed the layout while working through the design,” Jennifer said. “She was a really wonderful partner in execution, she made sure everything happened quickly and easily.” The finished design drew out elements of Jennifer’s style and personality. The pair call the look “sophisticated farmhouse” to describe the kitchen renovation to family and friends. The result was a beautifully crafted, authentic-feeling space that satisfied Jennifer’s dreams 15 years in the making. The whole project consisted of a kitchen remodel, mudroom upgrade with powder room, and garage entry relocation. “The projects I personally like the best, are the ones that put the client’s dreams on display,” Project Designer Michelle said. “And this is one of those projects.” The main focal point of the kitchen is custom zinc and brass ventilation hood with a vintage sheen, which was hand made to order by a small company in Indiana named Vogler Metalworking. “It’s like sculpture, a true work of art”, says Jennifer. Your eye is immediately drawn towards this elegant yet practical hood that eliminated the home’s downdraft problem and added a striking conversation piece at the same time. The carpenters had to use special gloves when transporting and installing it, so they didn’t smudge it with fingerprints. The beautiful hood centers proudly over the stunning black enamel and brass LaCornue Range. “I had a friend who had a LaCornue range and after learning how easy it was to cook perfect meals, I was convinced I wanted to have one”, says Jennifer. This unique, breathtaking combination anchors the entire kitchen and is apparent immediately as you walk into the great room the surrounds the space. DuraSupreme Crestwood cabinets with a Kendall Panel add function and sophistication. A custom gray paint color paired with a storm blue was developed so that the new kitchen looked like it belonged to the existing space. Unlacquered brass faucets and hardware were important to Jennifer because she wanted the living finishes to age over time. Remarkable brass diamond mesh cabinet door inserts imported from the UK continue to add this one-of-a-kind kitchen renovation; giving it a “you won’t see this everywhere” quality. The use of old railcar flooring for the coffee bar countertop and reclaimed oak for the open shelving gives an authenticity to the space uncommon in kitchens today. Jennifer and Michelle fell in love with the Limestone Grey Stone while they were investigating unique island countertop ideas. They liked the fact that the limestone as a living finish will age and change over time. Calcutta Miel Quartz countertops made for an excellent pairing around the perimeter, as it’s durable and perfect for cooking preparations. A textured white subway tile backsplash that runs to the ceiling keeps your eye moving towards the open shelving, and to the main focal point of the stunning range hood combination. “The kitchen functions beautifully, and it’s gorgeous,” beams Jennifer as she gestures with both hands while smiling ear to ear. “The most important thing was I wanted a kitchen that had a wonderful flow, cooked beautiful meals and was a great gathering place for family and friends, and this space does that perfectly! Beauty wise, it turned out exactly how I had envisioned. I felt the function part was the hardest part, and that was nailed”! Relocating the garage entry to the new mudroom was a huge priority and has finally separated the family’s arriving home functions from their kitchen. Now coats and shoes and bags have their own area for dropping once members arrive home. Matching gray DuraSupreme cabinetry helped create gorgeous, purposeful lockers for the family. A reclaimed vintage sink and custom wall paper were added to the tiny powder room to beautify the once previously only functional space. Advance Design was even able to create a custom space for their dog to sleep while the family is away. “It was unbelievable that a project of this size was completed in such a short time, and I think that’s because of the large amount of planning and preparation that went into it,” Jennifer marveled, “When we started, we were ready, and everything was prepared”. When it came to execution, Project Manager Justin Davis and his crew were quick, accessible, and organized. Projects like this kitchen are typically completed in as little as 8-10 weeks. Jennifer’s kitchen however despite the relocation of some challenging HVAC in a soffit and moving of an exterior door was completed remarkably fast in part because the team was working with an existing tile floor that ran throughout the first floor that the client really loved. “You get to know these people really well because they’re living in your house while you’re living in your house. They were so fast and really good, it didn’t take as long as even planned” reported Jennifer. “I would text Justin and he always responded almost immediately. I got to know all the guys who were working in our house and they were all wonderful people”. Details in a customized kitchen like this one require skill and care from the people who install it. “All the guys on the job were skilled at what the did. I wanted small details like little feet to look like furniture, that is where their carpentry skill came in to make these all perfect”, said Jennifer. “The tile guys were wonderful. They even let me determine how I wanted the texture with the grout to appear for a salt and pepper look; now that is a very skilled trade person making it custom”. In Jennifer’s interview, she continued to reference Advance Design’s “Common Sense Remodeling”, so I took a minute to ask her exactly what that phrase meant to her and how it played out in her experience with her project and the Advance Design team. Here is what she said: “I was intrigued about Common Sense Remodeling and in my head that there would be clear costs and prices, great communication between the design team, the execution team and me”, said Jennifer. They did deliver on that, it was so clear about the cost breakdown, what I could expect from everyone who came to my house, and everything that we had ordered. That to me is the Common Sense”! It’s great to see a client take literally our assertion that a well-planned remodeling project is simply “Common Sense”! She anticipated each step of the way would be clear, concise, and predictable, all the while protecting the outcome due to the careful upfront planning. “Advance Design delivered on their ‘Common Sense Remodeling’ promise,” Jennifer said. “From the design team, to the execution team - everything was straight forward like I imagined. The project turned out exactly how I envisioned, I enjoyed this process and absolutely would recommend Advance Design Studio to anyone.”
3 Modern Bedrooms & Master Bath Redesign
3 Modern Bedrooms & Master Bath Redesign
PS & DaughtersPS & Daughters
Mid-sized transitional master white tile and ceramic tile beige floor bathroom photo in Philadelphia with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink, solid surface countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops
Alhambra Valley
Alhambra Valley
Envision Landscape StudioEnvision Landscape Studio
Photography by Paul Dyer
Large transitional backyard rectangular pool photo in San Francisco
Moody Beach, Wells MAine
Moody Beach, Wells MAine
Statires DevelopmentStatires Development
Kitchen - coastal light wood floor and beige floor kitchen idea in Portland Maine with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, gray countertops and granite countertops
Clyde Hill Northwest Contemporary
Clyde Hill Northwest Contemporary
Adam Leland Homes, Inc.Adam Leland Homes, Inc.
Trendy open concept family room photo in Other with a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv
Modern Blue Green  Bathroom w/Shower Niche + Glass Tile
Modern Blue Green Bathroom w/Shower Niche + Glass Tile
Jennifer Gustafson Interior DesignJennifer Gustafson Interior Design
• Remodeled Eichler bathroom • General Contractor: CKM Construction • Mosiac Glass Tile: Island Stone / Waveline • Shower niche
Example of a small trendy green tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile, white floor and single-sink bathroom design in San Francisco with beige cabinets, white walls, a wall-mount sink, solid surface countertops, a one-piece toilet, white countertops and a floating vanity
Lawton Street
Lawton Street
Bethesda Builders Ltd.Bethesda Builders Ltd.
Photo by Allen Russ, Hoachlander Davis Photography
Freestanding bathtub - large traditional master white tile and marble tile marble floor and white floor freestanding bathtub idea in DC Metro with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door and beige walls
Atlanta - New Homes in Atlanta, GA
Atlanta - New Homes in Atlanta, GA
Beazer HomesBeazer Homes
Trammel Ridge - Tara Plan - Living Room
Example of a transitional open concept dark wood floor living room design in Atlanta with blue walls and no tv
Franklin Farmhouse feel
Franklin Farmhouse feel
Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath DesignerTerri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer
Photography by Melissa M. Mills
Example of a large cottage l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Nashville with white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops and shaker cabinets
Shadow Creek Drive
Shadow Creek Drive
Osinoff General ContractorsOsinoff General Contractors
Roberto Garcia Photography
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Los Angeles with an island, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, white countertops, gray backsplash and subway tile backsplash
Dunbarton Bathroom Remodel--Belmont, Massachusetts
Dunbarton Bathroom Remodel--Belmont, Massachusetts
Masters Touch Design BuildMasters Touch Design Build
Mid-sized transitional 3/4 gray tile, white tile and marble tile vinyl floor and gray floor corner shower photo in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops and a hinged shower door
St. Charles of New York
St. Charles of New York
A&D Building | 150 E 58th St. | NYCA&D Building | 150 E 58th St. | NYC
Large transitional l-shaped porcelain tile and beige floor eat-in kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, white cabinets, paneled appliances, an island, recessed-panel cabinets, marble countertops and stone slab backsplash
North Hinsdale Show Kitchen
North Hinsdale Show Kitchen
Plain & PoshPlain & Posh
This large kitchen was desperately needing a refresh. It was far to traditional for the homeowners taste. Additionally, there was no direct path to the dining room as you needed to enter through a butlers pantry. I opened up two doorways into the kitchen from the dining room, which allowed natural light to flow in. The former butlers pantry was then sealed up and became part of the formerly to small pantry. The homeowners now have a 13' long walk through pantry, accessible from both the new bar area and the kitchen.
Atlantic Beach Contemporary Kitchen
Atlantic Beach Contemporary Kitchen
The Cabinet ShoppeThe Cabinet Shoppe
bench storage cabinets with white top Jessie Preza
Large trendy formal and enclosed concrete floor and brown floor living room photo in Jacksonville with white walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

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Dutch Colonial Charm
Dutch Colonial Charm
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
Joyelle West Photography
Example of a mid-sized classic light wood floor kitchen pantry design in Boston with open cabinets, white cabinets, a farmhouse sink, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island
Catana Master bathroom
Catana Master bathroom
Jula Cole DesignJula Cole Design
Example of a large country master gray tile travertine floor and brown floor wet room design in San Diego with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops and a hinged shower door
Ramoin Kitchen
Ramoin Kitchen
Noble RenovationNoble Renovation
This nook area used to be the old porch area.. big /massive changes happened on this project
Large trendy single-wall light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Raleigh with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops
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