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When Tom and Michelle Stien decided to remodel their kitchen, they chose Advance Design Studio to make it happen. They were looking for an innovative design that would open up an awkward wall, and we're hoping to remove some half walls that closed off their family room. "Of all the people we had come and give us quotes for our project, ADS/Scott, was the only one who came in with an idea right off the bat for what we could do. His knowledge of design and code was evident from the start," said the Stiens. The new design increased the seating area with a large peninsula, and the cooking area was expanded to accommodate Tom's cooking skills. A warming drawer was incorporated beneath a nearly hidden microwave drawer, along with a clever pull out for increased pantry storage. A built in message board area was custom designed for kids art and family communication. Roll out trays grace every base cabinet for easy pull out storage and a single floating shelf ties the contemporary kitchen design together. Starlight quartz countertops create ease of clean up, and the look is finished off with sharp gray and white mosaic backsplash tiles. The Stiens really liked a clean modern look, so the new crisp transitional kitchen design incorporated bright white shaker cabinetry from Medallion with gray and metal accents along with a modern feel. "Scott's presentation of what we could expect with ADS was clear and concise. He gave us a great deal of confidence in how the project would be handled". Homeowners are frequently concerned about project budgets that get quickly get out of control. "Scott's quote was well thought out, organized and offered options based on our budget," said Michelle. "I was worried about the project budget changing as we went through the process, but they did a good job managing the situation and minimized change orders as much as possible." When asked about their overall experience with their kitchen renovation he Stien's said; "Scott, Justin, Matt and Jason were great! They were all very friendly, personable, responsible and trustworthy. Advance Design definitely met and exceeded our expectations. Remodeling is a very challenging process to endure, but ADS minimized discomfort and inconvenience as much as possible and kept on schedule. The end result was well worth the investment in time and money." Designer: Scott Christensen Photographer: Joe Nowak

Laundry room design and build by Advance Design Studio.
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Speakeasy lounge with custom wet bar, fireplace, and brick wall details.
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Dual master closets designed and built by Advance Design Studio team.
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Kitchen design and remodel by Advance Design Studio. Our clients wanted their kitchen to feel clean, updated, and timeless with true brown tones and silver fixtures. The kitchen island includes an ice maker, storage cabinets, and plenty of counter space.

Bath redesign and remodel by Advance Design Studio. Our clients love the material mix of black hardware, Acacia Haze cabinets, and MSI tile.
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This well-loved home belonging to a family of seven was overdue for some more room. Renovations by the team at Advance Design Studio entailed both a lower and upper level addition to original home. Included in the project was a much larger kitchen, eating area, family room and mud room with a renovated powder room on the first floor. The new upper level included a new master suite with his and hers closets, a new master bath, outdoor balcony patio space, and a renovation to the only other full bath on in that part of the house. Having five children formerly meant that when everyone was seated at the large kitchen table, they couldn’t open the refrigerator door! So naturally the main focus was on the kitchen, with a desire to create a gathering place where the whole family could hang out easily with room to spare. The homeowner had a love of all things Irish, and careful details in the crown molding, hardware and tile backsplash were a reflection. Rich cherry cabinetry and green granite counter tops complete a traditional look so as to fit right in with the elegant old molding and door profiles in this fine old home. The second focus for these parents was a master suite and bathroom of their own! After years of sharing, this was an important feature in the new space. This simple yet efficient bath space needed to accommodate a long wall of windows to work with the exterior design. A generous shower enclosure with a comfortable bench seat is open visually to the his and hers vanity areas, and a spacious tub. The makeup table enjoys lots of natural light spilling through large windows and an exit door to the adult’s only exclusive coffee retreat on the rooftop adjacent. Added square footage to the footprint of the house allowed for a spacious family room and much needed breakfast area. The dining room pass through was accentuated by a period appropriate transom detail encasing custom designed carved glass detailing that appears as if it’s been there all along. Reclaimed painted tin panels were added to the dining room ceiling amongst elegant crown molding for unique and dramatic dining room flair. An efficient dry bar area was tucked neatly between the great room spaces, offering an excellent entertainment area to circulating guests and family at any time. This large family now enjoys regular Sunday breakfasts and dinners in a space that they all love to hang out in. The client reports that they spend more time as a family now than they did before because their house is more accommodating to them all. That’s quite a feat anyone with teenagers can relate to! Advance Design was thrilled to work on this project and bring this family the home they had been dreaming about for many, many years. Photographer: Joe Nowak

Bathroom design and build by Advance Design Studio. Bathroom features two freestanding vanities, a soaker tub, towel warmer, shower with bench and niche, and a built-in storage closet.

Basement remodel completed by Advance Design Studio. Project highlights include new flooring throughout, a wet bar with seating, and a built-in entertainment wall. This space was designed with both adults and kids in mind, and our clients are thrilled with their new basement living space!

Kitchen design and remodel by Advance Design Studio. Our clients wanted their kitchen to feel clean, updated, and timeless with true brown tones and silver fixtures. The kitchen island includes an ice maker, storage cabinets, and plenty of counter space.

Kitchen design and build by Advance Design Studio.
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Kitchen and 1st floor design & remodel by Advance Design Studio. Cabinetry by Medallion.
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Kitchen Remodel by Advance Design Studio
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Design and remodel by Advance Design Studio. Backsplash by Daltile, cabinetry by Medallion Cabinetry, countertops by MSI.
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Basement remodel completed by Advance Design Studio. Project highlights include new flooring throughout, a wet bar with seating, and a built-in entertainment wall. This space was designed with both adults and kids in mind, and our clients are thrilled with their new basement living space!

Home elevator by Nationwide Lifts. Living room remodel by Advance Design Studio.
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Sunroom design and build by Advance Design Studio. Project is located in Hawthorn Woods, IL. Our clients use their new room for reading, relaxing, and hosting. They love all the natural light and seamless transition to their beautiful backyard.

3-season room addition designed and built by Advance Design Studio. Our clients wanted a large entertaining space to complete their backyard oasis, and a 3-season room was the best design solution for their home. The screens can be open or closed for breezy, bug-free outdoor living. The new deck and staircase lead directly to the pool area below, making trips from the kitchen to the pool much easier than before. This addition is located in Huntley, Illinois.