Catherine "Cie" Stroud Photography
Example of a mid-sized trendy master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and white floor bathroom design in New York with blue cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an integrated sink, solid surface countertops and a hinged shower door

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW A tired primary bathroom, with varying ceiling heights and a beige-on-beige color scheme, was screaming for love. Squaring the room and adding natural materials erased the memory of the lack luster space and converted it to a bright and welcoming spa oasis. The home was a new build in 2005 and it looked like all the builder’s material choices remained. The client was clear on their design direction but were challenged by the differing ceiling heights and were looking to hire a design-build firm that could resolve that issue. This local Glen Ellyn couple found us on Instagram (@kitchenstudioge, follow us ?). They loved our designs and felt like we fit their style. They requested a full primary bath renovation to include a large shower, soaking tub, double vanity with storage options, and heated floors. The wife also really wanted a separate make-up vanity. The biggest challenge presented to us was to architecturally marry the various ceiling heights and deliver a streamlined design. The existing layout worked well for the couple, so we kept everything in place, except we enlarged the shower and replaced the built-in tub with a lovely free-standing model. We also added a sitting make-up vanity. We were able to eliminate the awkward ceiling lines by extending all the walls to the highest level. Then, to accommodate the sprinklers and HVAC, lowered the ceiling height over the entrance and shower area which then opens to the 2-story vanity and tub area. Very dramatic! This high-end home deserved high-end fixtures. The homeowners also quickly realized they loved the look of natural marble and wanted to use as much of it as possible in their new bath. They chose a marble slab from the stone yard for the countertops and back splash, and we found complimentary marble tile for the shower. The homeowners also liked the idea of mixing metals in their new posh bathroom and loved the look of black, gold, and chrome. Although our clients were very clear on their style, they were having a difficult time pulling it all together and envisioning the final product. As interior designers it is our job to translate and elevate our clients’ ideas into a deliverable design. We presented the homeowners with mood boards and 3D renderings of our modern, clean, white marble design. Since the color scheme was relatively neutral, at the homeowner’s request, we decided to add of interest with the patterns and shapes in the room. We were first inspired by the shower floor tile with its circular/linear motif. We designed the cabinetry, floor and wall tiles, mirrors, cabinet pulls, and wainscoting to have a square or rectangular shape, and then to create interest we added perfectly placed circles to contrast with the rectangular shapes. The globe shaped chandelier against the square wall trim is a delightful yet subtle juxtaposition. The clients were overjoyed with our interpretation of their vision and impressed with the level of detail we brought to the project. It’s one thing to know how you want a space to look, but it takes a special set of skills to create the design and see it thorough to implementation. Could hiring The Kitchen Studio be the first step to making your home dreams come to life?

Costa Christ
Example of a large transitional white one-story brick exterior home design in Dallas with a shingle roof

This primary bedroom suite got the full designer treatment thanks to the gorgeous charcoal gray board and batten wall we designed and installed. New storage ottoman, bedside lamps and custom floral arrangements were the perfect final touches.

Bedroom - transitional black floor bedroom idea in Chicago with black walls

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Oklahoma City

Bernard Andre
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, marble countertops and mosaic tile backsplash

Elegant open concept carpeted, beige floor and vaulted ceiling family room photo in Boston with white walls, no fireplace and a media wall

Photos by Holly Lepere
Example of a large beach style master white tile and subway tile marble floor bathroom design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, gray cabinets, an undermount tub, blue walls, marble countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

Dream Home Master Bath
Inspiration for a transitional alcove shower remodel in New York

Barry Grossman Photography
Trendy master carpeted bedroom photo in Miami with no fireplace and gray walls

Photo by Grey Crawford
Example of a small beach style galley dark wood floor kitchen design in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black backsplash and no island

Outside view of pantry showing custom designed & fabricated distressed wood barn doors with antique glass panels. Barn Door hardware by Krownlab. Pantry interiors outfitted with painted adjustable shelves and drawers for dry good storage.

Transitional kitchen photo in Cincinnati

This beautiful, modern lakefront pool features a negative edge perfectly highlighting gorgeous sunset views over the lake water. An over-sized sun shelf with bubblers, negative edge spa, rain curtain in the gazebo, and two fire bowls create a stunning serene space.

Inspiration for a timeless wooden curved mixed material railing staircase remodel in New York with tile risers

Daniel Gonzalez
Photo of a huge traditional gravel driveway in New York for spring.

Outdoor patio shower - rustic backyard concrete outdoor patio shower idea in Seattle with a roof extension

Kelly: “It just transformed the whole house into something more casual, more farmhouse, more lived in and comfortable.” ************************************************************************* Standard fireplace surrounded by Carrera Marble Tile and accented with Grey painted wood paneling, hearth and trim. ************************************************************************* Buffalo Lumber specializes in Custom Milled, Factory Finished Wood Siding and Paneling. We ONLY do real wood.