Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

This vibrant living space showcases the playful, personal side of the Lake Bluff Dream Home. A bold rainbow painting above the mantel anchors the room, while leather and velvet seating provide comfort and variety. Graphic wallpaper, curated bookshelves, and soft layered lighting turn this space into a true reflection of the homeowners' personality — welcoming, warm, and full of joy. It's a room that tells a story, all while being deeply livable.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

BEFORE PHOTO Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

Our clients wanted to update their dark, dated kitchen, and enlarge the opening to the nook. We chose Sherwin Williams Diverse Beige SW6079 for the kitchen cabinets to provide warm, but brightness to the kitchen. Atlas Hardware Alaire pulls in black were chosen to add a pop of boldness to the cabinetry. Custom cabinetry features such as a coffee station, pull-up microwave storage unit to the right of the fridge with a custom drawer below, and a spacious butler baking pantry to create an additional work surface in the kitchen. Walls were painted Sherwin Williams Bauhaus Bluff SW 7552 to provide additional warmth to the kitchen without making it dark. For the countertops, we installed Silestone White Storm with a TileBar Manchester Elongated hex tile set horizontally to give a more modern feel to the space. Artisan sinks and Delta faucets were installed for the main sink and the baking station.

We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash. Paint colors: Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024 Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23 Robert B. Narod Photography

Designed in partnership with John Kraemer & Sons and featured on the 2021 Artisan Home Tour, this modern masterpiece made a bold transformation. Nestled atop a small bluff and overlooking Tonka Bay, the location was unbeatable. However, densely packed trees and brush thwarted the views of the lake. The homeowners envisioned panoramic views with a manicured, lush green lawn. For the builder, this meant a modern home design with an open floor plan and large windows throughout. For Southview, this meant a minimalist design - one that focused less on specific landscape elements and more on the natural beauty of the lake. Together, we worked to bring the homeowners' vision to life.

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