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We gave this rather dated farmhouse some dramatic upgrades that brought together the feminine with the masculine, combining rustic wood with softer elements. In terms of style her tastes leaned toward traditional and elegant and his toward the rustic and outdoorsy. The result was the perfect fit for this family of 4 plus 2 dogs and their very special farmhouse in Ipswich, MA. Character details create a visual statement, showcasing the melding of both rustic and traditional elements without too much formality. The new master suite is one of the most potent examples of the blending of styles. The bath, with white carrara honed marble countertops and backsplash, beaded wainscoting, matching pale green vanities with make-up table offset by the black center cabinet expand function of the space exquisitely while the salvaged rustic beams create an eye-catching contrast that picks up on the earthy tones of the wood. The luxurious walk-in shower drenched in white carrara floor and wall tile replaced the obsolete Jacuzzi tub. Wardrobe care and organization is a joy in the massive walk-in closet complete with custom gliding library ladder to access the additional storage above. The space serves double duty as a peaceful laundry room complete with roll-out ironing center. The cozy reading nook now graces the bay-window-with-a-view and storage abounds with a surplus of built-ins including bookcases and in-home entertainment center. You can’t help but feel pampered the moment you step into this ensuite. The pantry, with its painted barn door, slate floor, custom shelving and black walnut countertop provide much needed storage designed to fit the family’s needs precisely, including a pull out bin for dog food. During this phase of the project, the powder room was relocated and treated to a reclaimed wood vanity with reclaimed white oak countertop along with custom vessel soapstone sink and wide board paneling. Design elements effectively married rustic and traditional styles and the home now has the character to match the country setting and the improved layout and storage the family so desperately needed. And did you see the barn? Photo credit: Eric Roth

2 additions done at separate times. The master walk in closet is 20x16 and features a beautiful custom closet in a wardrobe style. Antique island cabinet for extra storage. Master bathroom addition was added in 2018 and is 20x12. The bathroom features a huge shower, beautiful custom Holiday Kitchens vanity, separate storage closet with custom shelving, heated floors and towel bar, separate commode room, and crystal chandelier.

Added Master walk-in closet, reclaimed glass sliding door (former front door that was replaced with renovation) Laura Dempsey Photography
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2 additions done at separate times. The master walk in closet is 20x16 and features a beautiful custom closet in a wardrobe style. Antique island cabinet for extra storage. Master bathroom addition was added in 2018 and is 20x12. The bathroom features a huge shower, beautiful custom Holiday Kitchens vanity, separate storage closet with custom shelving, heated floors and towel bar, separate commode room, and crystal chandelier.

2 additions done at separate times. The master walk in closet is 20x16 and features a beautiful custom closet in a wardrobe style. Antique island cabinet for extra storage. Master bathroom addition was added in 2018 and is 20x12. The bathroom features a huge shower, beautiful custom Holiday Kitchens vanity, separate storage closet with custom shelving, heated floors and towel bar, separate commode room, and crystal chandelier.

This compact end cabinet is the perfect place for storing kitchen floor cleaning supplies. Photos by Chris Veith.
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The mudroom runs alongside of the rear patio, linking the kitchen to the original coach house that was on the property. The coach house was converted into a garage and a home theater. The mudroom features ample, easily accessible storage to organize clutter before it has the chance to reach into the rest of the house. Likewise a stacked washer and dryer (which complement those in the main laundry room on the second floor) capture muddy uniforms and the like. Closed cabinets hold additional coat storage, brooms, and cleaning supplies. A frosted glass panel door can close off views to the mudroom from the kitchen.

2 additions done at separate times. The master walk in closet is 20x16 and features a beautiful custom closet in a wardrobe style. Antique island cabinet for extra storage. Master bathroom addition was added in 2018 and is 20x12. The bathroom features a huge shower, beautiful custom Holiday Kitchens vanity, separate storage closet with custom shelving, heated floors and towel bar, separate commode room, and crystal chandelier.

2 additions done at separate times. The master walk in closet is 20x16 and features a beautiful custom closet in a wardrobe style. Antique island cabinet for extra storage. Master bathroom addition was added in 2018 and is 20x12. The bathroom features a huge shower, beautiful custom Holiday Kitchens vanity, separate storage closet with custom shelving, heated floors and towel bar, separate commode room, and crystal chandelier.

2 additions done at separate times. The master walk in closet is 20x16 and features a beautiful custom closet in a wardrobe style. Antique island cabinet for extra storage. Master bathroom addition was added in 2018 and is 20x12. The bathroom features a huge shower, beautiful custom Holiday Kitchens vanity, separate storage closet with custom shelving, heated floors and towel bar, separate commode room, and crystal chandelier.

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2 additions done at separate times. The master walk in closet is 20x16 and features a beautiful custom closet in a wardrobe style. Antique island cabinet for extra storage. Master bathroom addition was added in 2018 and is 20x12. The bathroom features a huge shower, beautiful custom Holiday Kitchens vanity, separate storage closet with custom shelving, heated floors and towel bar, separate commode room, and crystal chandelier.

Photography by Lissa Gotwals
Farmhouse slate floor mudroom photo with a black front door

2 additions done at separate times. The master walk in closet is 20x16 and features a beautiful custom closet in a wardrobe style. Antique island cabinet for extra storage. Master bathroom addition was added in 2018 and is 20x12. The bathroom features a huge shower, beautiful custom Holiday Kitchens vanity, separate storage closet with custom shelving, heated floors and towel bar, separate commode room, and crystal chandelier.

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This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath.