When our clients approached us about this project, they had a large vacant lot and a set of architectural plans in hand, and they needed our help to envision the interior of their dream home. As a busy family with young kids, they relied on KMI to help identify a design style that suited both of them and served their family's needs and lifestyle. One of the biggest challenges of the project was finding ways to blend their varying aesthetic desires, striking just the right balance between bright and cheery and rustic and moody. We also helped develop the exterior color scheme and material selections to ensure the interior and exterior of the home were cohesive and spoke to each other. With this project being a new build, there was not a square inch of the interior that KMI didn't touch. In our material selections throughout the home, we sought to draw on the surrounding nature as an inspiration. The home is situated on a large lot with many large pine trees towering above. The goal was to bring some natural elements inside and make the house feel like it fits in its rustic setting. It was also a goal to create a home that felt inviting, warm, and durable enough to withstand all the life a busy family would throw at it. Slate tile floors, quartz countertops made to look like cement, rustic wood accent walls, and ceramic tiles in earthy tones are a few of the ways this was achieved. There are so many things to love about this home, but we're especially proud of the way it all came together. The mix of materials, like iron, stone, and wood, helps give the home character and depth and adds warmth to some high-contrast black and white designs throughout the home. Anytime we do something truly unique and custom for a client, we also get a bit giddy, and the light fixture above the dining room table is a perfect example of that. A labor of love and the collaboration of design ideas between our client and us produced the one-of-a-kind fixture that perfectly fits this home. Bringing our client's dreams and visions to life is what we love most about being designers, and this project allowed us to do just that.

Mike and Anne of Barrington Hills desperately needed to update and renovate both their kid’s hall bath and guest bath, and in their 1980’s home each project presented a different set of unique challenges to overcome. When they set out to identify the right remodeling company to partner with, it was important to find a company that could help them to visualize design solutions for the bath renovations. When they came across Advance Design Studio’s website, they were immediately drawn to the solution-oriented remodeling process and the family friendly company. They say they chose Advance Design because of the integrated approach of “Common Sense Remodeling”, making the design, project management and construction all happen in one place. When they met with Project Designer Michelle Lecinski, they knew they chose the right company. “Michelle’s excellent work on the initial designs made it easy to proceed with Advance Design Studio,” Mike said. Like most homeowners anticipating a big renovation project, they had some healthy fears; with two bathrooms being remodeled at the same time they worried about timeframes and staying within budget. With the help of Michelle, and the “Common Sense” guidelines, they were confident that Advance Design would stay true, orchestrating all the moving parts to stay within both the estimated timeline and budget. The guest bath offered the biggest design challenge. A dormer obstruction made the already cramped shower awkward to access. Mike and Anne also wanted the shower size to be expanded, making it more accommodating. Working with Advance’s construction expert DJ Yurik, Michelle relocated the shower concealing the original dormer and creating a larger, more comfortable and aesthetically pleasing guest shower. The unsightly and not at all user-friendly closet was removed and replaced with elegant White Maple Dura Supreme cabinetry with much improved function featuring dual tall linen cabinets, a special makeup area and two sinks, providing a dual vanity which was extremely important for better guest use. The Fossil Brown quartz countertop is in pleasing contrast to the white cabinetry, and coordinates nicely with the mocha porcelain tile gracing the shower for an accent. The decorative glazed turquoise tile backsplash, tile border, and bottle niche adds a taste of marine green to the room, while marble-looking porcelain tile makes guests feel they are staying in a 5-star hotel. Polished nickel Kohler plumbing fixtures were chosen to add a touch of sophistication. This renovated guest bath is comfortable and elegant, and Anne and Mike’s house guests may never want to leave! “The end result was updated and restyled bathrooms that the client will enjoy and increase the value of their home,” Designer Michelle said. The children’s hall bath had its own set of challenges. The current placement of the sink was not conducive to the best use of the existing space, nor did it allow for any visual interest, something Advance’s designers always work to achieve even within the tight confines of a small bath. Advance removed the linen closet and used the gain in wall space to create a dramatic focal point on the vanity wall. They also took additional space that wasn’t being used for new Storm Gray Dura Supreme tall built-in linen cabinets, creating functional storage space that the former bath lacked. A customized glass splash panel was created for the bath, and the high ceilings with skylights were accented with a custom-made track lighting fixture featuring industrial pipe and cage materials. Authentic cement encaustic tile was used wall to wall surrounding the vanity to create a dramatic and interesting back drop for the new elegant and stately furniture-like double sink wall. Hand-made encaustic tile originated in Western Europe beginning in the 1850’s and reminded Mike and Anne of tile they had seen and loved from their travels overseas. Today, encaustic tile has made a re-appearance in today’s modern bath design with its wide array of appealing patterns and artistic use of color. Oil rubbed bronze Kohler fixtures echo the black accents in the beautiful tile pattern and reflect the matte black of the unique lighting detail. Easy to maintain Blanca Arabescato Quartz countertops add practicality and natural beauty and compliments the warm wood porcelain tile floors. This handsome bath has generated praise from friends and family even before it’s complete unveiling as photos of the space leaked out on social media! It’s not only completely functional to use, but especially pretty to look at. “Advance Design Studio did a terrific job for us. We really appreciated how easy it was to work with them on a complex project of the complete remodeling of two bathrooms. They very capably handled all the details from design, to project management, to construction. It is a great group of people to work with and we would welcome the opportunity to work with them again anytime,” Mike said.

King of the Painters King of the Painters is the king of the painting jungle when it comes to interior and exterior projects. Our services include simple repainting of interior and exterior walls, basic and finished carpentry services, wall texturing, special wall surface effects (such as “marbleizing” and “faux finishes”), installation of recessed ceiling lights, all the way to drywall and acoustical ceiling repair. We also offer expert application of color glazes, specialty industrial coatings, including industrial enamels, epoxy, and urethane coatings. We are proud of the fact that a major portion of our new clients are referrals. King of the Painters, Inc. has earned its reputation by not only being locally owned and operated, but by ensuring quality and satisfaction. Our goal is to minimize the hassles typically associated with painting and construction work by making your painting project an enjoyable experience . . . rather than one you would like to forget. Remember, there is no substitute or compromise for quality and professionalism. Just ask some of our past and current clients gladly provided on request! Whether you need to paint your home, business, office building, shopping center or homeowners association, request a royal appointment right now by calling us anytime for a free, no-obligation estimate and expert color consultation.

We're calling this project our "Love It Or List It" project because our clients were debating whether or not they wanted to renovate or put their home on the market while the market was hot. They opted for the renovation & with the help of the Simply Stunning Spaces team, it's safe to say, they're loving their new space & aren't planning on leaving anytime soon!

This contemporary kitchen design is minimalistic and fresh. White cabinetry, white quartz countertops and full height backsplash create a rich appeal. Gold accents in this beautiful kitchen bring a feminine touch to the space. Creating the perfect space for an individual is something every Designer strives to achieve. This kitchen calls for a black-tie tea party at anytime of the day. The beauty of a contemporary design is the comfort of still feeling at home and comfortable in your kitchen. While be able to still use a modern flair, you can create an area that screams trendy yet timeless. Stainless steel appliances make for a nice contrast with the cabinetry and hardware. Walking through this kitchen will make you second guess putting your next renovation on hold.

These clients wanted to keep a beloved tree and enjoy its natural shade in summer, so Deck and Patio designed/built a Trex seating bench around it in the middle of the new large Trex deck. The bench offers a great spot for enjoying the property’s waterside views anytime of year. www.deckandpatio.com

A gorgeous eating area for the family just off the kitchen and family room with access to the backyard. We added in-ceiling speakers to play music at anytime using their smart phones or the built-in iPAD located between the kitchen and dining area.

Organized Living freedomRail is truly the most adjustable closet system on the market. Transform your closet space into an organized masterpiece with the ease of freedomRail. Plus, it can be changed at anytime to fit your needs. Design your own closet here: https://designer.organizedliving.com/

Custom home built by Michael Enscore, owner of Veritas Construction. This is the 2nd home I've purchased from Michael. He works with you through each and every step of the custom process. We will meet with you anytime, answers questions promptly and does everything possible to accommodate your needs. I've been in the home ~ 4 months and its perfect. http://constructionbyveritas.com This is the 2nd home I've built with this builder.

Custom Storage Solutions in Holland, Ohio was hired to design and build Berry a new bar to go with his awesome Man Cave. We made the bar a little over 6 feet long and 22 inches deep, 42 inches tall, just the right size for this space. It has a custom epoxy top, and some L.E.D. lighting that includes a remote to change colors anytime. We also used this same lighting behind the Pegasus sign behind the bar. We also installed our pvc flooring tiles by RaceDeck in a checkerboard pattern. Berry's man cave includes most of the essentials for a space like this, Bar number one, juke box, pool table, plenty of seating and lots of neon signs!

This fresh and modern take on wine storage provides this modern home a cool and creative way to display and store a large wine collection. The custom designed wall is located in a cool, temperature regulated space ensuring the wine stays at an optimal temperature and out of sunlight. Each bottle can be located anywhere along the custom drilled base with solid steel rods giving each bottle a perfect cradle to rest on. The configuration of the bottles can be adjusted anytime allowing these wine enthusiasts to change their inventory, their look or their seasonal preferences.

Marine grade leather outdoor sofas with interchangeable, attached side tables make for a very flexible outdoor environment. The additional LED outdoor floor lamps encourage use anytime of the day or night!

Get ready to impress... With these already planted containers, we've done the dirty work. Try our quick and easy decorating tips on each tag and enjoy beautiful fuss-free flowers anytime and anywhere you want instant style. Simply allow to dry between waterings and fertilize using a water-soluble fertilizer if desired. Pick your favorite color mix or try all three! Whites Available in 14" Patio Ready Container or 12" Tabletop Ready Container

This bar is stained with a beeswax releasing its unique grain and texture. Its 5 o'clock somewhere, so enjoy a drink anytime on with this lovely affordable cantina bar with ample capacity to store all your booze and glasses! Now everyone can create their man cave without emptying their bank accounts.

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Sunset Trading Horizon Slipcovered 88" Sofa in Indigo Blue Designed for today’s lifestyle with just the right touch of tranquility and elegance, all sunset trading’s slipcover upholstery pieces contain feather down cushions and 8-way hand tied spring construction, features which our competitors charge upgrades fees for. Slip covers and coordinating pillow covers, with multiple fabric options, can be easily removed from all pieces for cleaning. Be confident with your investment, knowing we are a solid company, located in the northeast united states for over 25 years, and your replacement and additional slipcovers will be available anytime. It has never been easier to personalize and revive your living space, creating a haven of comfort and style your family and friends will be sure to enjoy.

A backyard oasis complete with an infinity pool and pool house offers all the amenities of a fine luxury resort that this family can enjoy anytime. Complete with built-in heaters and lighting as well as an outdoor kitchen, the pool house can be enjoyed throughout spring, summer and fall.

Built of reclaimed redwood and recycled copper piping, an outdoor shower covered in a wisteria vine. After the beach, or anytime.
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