Example of a large classic master beige tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile bathroom design in Philadelphia with a one-piece toilet and yellow walls

Connected by a series of boardwalks and surrounded by a sea of Blue Oat Grass a small deck protected by an existing fence invites one for solitary contemplation.

THE SETUP Located in a luxury high rise in Chicago’s Gold Coast Neighborhood, the condo’s existing primary bath was “fine,” but a bit underwhelming. It was a sea of beige, with very little personality or drama. The client is very well traveled, and wanted the space to feel luxe and glamorous, like a bath in a fine European hotel. Design objectives: - Add loads of beautiful high end finishes - Create drama and contrast - Create luxe showering and bathing experiences - Improve storage for toiletries and essentials THE REMODEL Design challenges: - Unable to reconfigure layout due to location in the high rise - Seek out unique, dramatic tile materials - Introduce “BLING” - Find glamorous lighting Design solutions: - Keep existing layout, with change from built in to free-standing tub - Gorgeous Calacatta gold marble was our inspiration - Ornate Art deco marble mosaic to be the focal point, with satin gold accents to create shimmer - Glass and crystal light fixtures add the needed sparkle THE RENEWED SPACE After the remodel began, our client’s vision for her bath took a turn that was inspired by a trip to Paris. Initially, the plan was a modest design to allocate resources for her kitchen’s marble slabs… but then she had a vision while admiring the marble bathroom of her Parisian hotel. She was determined to infuse her bathroom with the same sense of luxury. They went back to the drawing board and started over with all-marble. Her new stunning bath space radiates glamour and sophistication. The “bling” flows to her bedroom where we matched the gorgeous custom wall treatment that mimics grasscloth on an accent wall. With its marble landscape, shimmering tile and walls, the primary bath’s ambiance creates a swanky hotel feel that our client adores and considers her sanctuary.

This is an example of a contemporary landscaping in Charleston.

Hard Maple cabinets in a Natural Finish with a Caramel Glaze. Cambria Engineered Quartz Countertop in Wellington. Designed, manufactured and installed by Kitchen Magic.

Example of a beach style kitchen design in Chicago

This is a corner gas fireplace with very dark stained wood mantle. They chose 2" matte brown field tile. the Accent tile are 6" handmade tile with green fields and copper raised designs. The designs left to right are Dragonfly, Gingko, Pine-cone, Maple leaf & Dragonfly.

This modern credenza would make the perfect storage cabinet in nearly any environment. It is handcrafted by us here in the USA utilizing only the highest quality materials and it’s made to last a lifetime. It sits atop a black platform base (wrapped in vinyl to give a little texture). The raised geometric pattern of the doors add a touch of modernism. It is a very versatile piece and would be well-suited as a modern TV stand/console, credenza, buffet, or stylish sideboard. Behind each door you’ll find an adjustable inner shelf for maximum flexibility. Push-to-open doors eliminate the need for handles or knobs on the front so as to not distract from the stylish, modern look of the doors. In addition to making these in many different widths and heights, we can also build yours in nearly any configuration. Want a more “open”, “airy” look? We can make yours with an open middle section (meaning doors only on the outsides). Or, need drawers? We can do that as well! It is shown here in rich brown walnut, but yours can be made in any of the woods shown on our wood options page. Other door colors are available as well. For a more vintage look, consider our vintage orange doors. Or, for a more Hollywood glam look, go bold with our gold! See our other items for examples in different color and configurations. Looking for a more mid-century look? Take a look at this unit with our tapered, gold spindle legs as opposed to the platform base. For many years of trouble-free use, we use only top-of-the-line hardware (hinges, push to open mechanisms) from Blum and Salice. Only the highest quality furniture-grade veneers are used as well. Like any natural material, expect some slight variations in grain and coloration. Using this to store electronic devices that need power? Let us know and we’re happy to add holes in the back for cables to exit for no additional charge. Need a different width? Yours can be made with any number of doors. Dimensions: approximately 82.75" wide x 19" deep x 25.25" high . (The dimensions are the exterior dimensions of the cabinet. The patterns on the doors will extend slightly past the cabinet) Model: Regency (shown in walnut with white doors and platform base). Please inquire for information and pricing on any changes you would like. We also create many other custom pieces in this and other styles, so, please contact us if you are looking for conference tables, credenzas, industrial office shelving, or any other furniture. We would love to discuss how we can work together to design a unique piece to fit your needs! To see more options and to learn more about us, visit us at: www.combine9.com In addition to countless wonderful homeowners and small businesses around the country, some of our past clients include companies such as Google, Disney, Hilton Hotels, YouTube, Linked In, Living Social, Wyndham Hotels, Trip Advisor, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Vans Shoes, Vibram Shoes, Mishimoto, Starwood Hotels, and Bose retail stores. We’ve also been in numerous national publications and TV shows including HGTV’s “House Hunters”, a nation-wide Verizon TV commercial, a nation-wide Microsoft TV commercial, NBC’s “About a Boy” TV show, Dwell (for their Dwell Labs exhibit), Sound & Vision magazine, Living Spaces magazine, etc. We’ve even had several A-list celebrities (that we’ve been asked to not mention by name)! ABOUT US: We create custom, unique furniture, unlike anything you will find. Our intention is to give you a piece of furniture that you will admire and enjoy for years to come and that will leave your house-guests envious. Our work is handcrafted in the United States and made to last a lifetime. These unique pieces fit perfectly with any urban/modern, mid-century, or rustic décor. All of our pieces can be made in many configurations and sizes to suit your specific style and needs. There are many options available as each piece is designed just for you, so, if you have any thoughts, please contact us and we would be happy to let you know what your options are. * All rights reserved; Combine 9 Design, LLC

Example of a transitional dining room design in Seattle

Renovation and addition of a 1940's Colonial into a family home that's modern, cool and classic. White interiors, dark floors, open plan, loads of natural light and easy access to outdoors makes this perfect for family and entertaining. Traditional meets modern. Award winning project . Judges say : "This renovation balances traditional attributes with modern clarity. Photo: Matthew Williams

This spacious home in North Vancouver's Deep Cove community had been built and decorated just over 20 years ago and was in need of updating. Our clients who are empty nesters, spend much of their time in the kitchen and family room so we focused on these spaces keeping in mind that the more formal spaces on the main floor will follow in a few years time. For the most part the layout of their kitchen worked well for them so our role was to tweak the kitchen and family room furniture layout and to select updated finishes and furnishings. Since this home transformation is not happening all at once, we purposefully selected classic finishes, like antique brass hardware, that will tie in with the rest of the home's decor until it can be updated. The resulting refresh stays true to the original feel of the house while giving it a clean, updated look.

Example of a large transitional u-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor enclosed kitchen design in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

Children’s waiting room interior design project at Princeton University. I was beyond thrilled when contacted by a team of scientists ( psychologists and neurologists ) at Princeton University. This group of professors and graduate students from the Turk-Brown Laboratory are conducting research on the infant’s brain by using functional magnetic resonance imaging (or fMRI), to see how they learn, remember and think. My job was to turn a tiny 7’x10′ windowless study room into an inviting but not too “clinical” waiting room for the mothers or fathers and siblings of the babies being studied. We needed to ensure a comfortable place for parents to rock and feed their babies while waiting their turn to go back to the laboratory, as well as a place to change the babies if needed. We wanted to stock some shelves with good books and while the room looks complete, we’re still sourcing something interactive to mount to the wall to help entertain toddlers who want something more active than reading or building blocks. Since there are no windows, I wanted to bring the outdoors inside. Princeton University‘s colors are orange, gray and black and the history behind those colors is very interesting. It seems there are a lot of squirrels on campus and these colors were selected for the three colors of squirrels often seem scampering around the university grounds. The orange squirrels are now extinct, but the gray and black squirrels are abundant, as I found when touring the campus with my son on installation day. Therefore we wanted to reflect this history in the room and decided to paint silhouettes of squirrels in these three colors throughout the room. While the ceilings are 10′ high in this tiny room, they’re very drab and boring. Given that it’s a drop ceiling, we can’t paint it a fun color as I typically do in my nurseries and kids’ rooms. To distract from the ugly ceiling, I contacted My Custom Creation through their Etsy shop and commissioned them to create a custom butterfly mobile to suspend from the ceiling to create a swath of butterflies moving across the room. Their customer service was impeccable and the end product was exactly what we wanted! The flooring in the space was simply coated concrete so I decided to use Flor carpet tiles to give it warmth and a grass-like appeal. These tiles are super easy to install and can easily be removed without any residual on the floor. I’ll be using them more often for sure! See more photos of our commercial interior design job below and contact us if you need a unique space designed for children. We don’t just design nurseries and bedrooms! We’re game for anything!

Stanton carpet installed by Abbey Carpet & Floor.
Staircase - modern carpeted l-shaped staircase idea in Boston with carpeted risers

Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized eclectic u-shaped concrete floor and red floor enclosed kitchen idea in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and white countertops

Sky Pencil Japanese holly is a perfect natural barrier to disguise an enclosure. Planted in a bed of Tennessee river rock and surrounded by beautiful synthetic turf, the Seagrove Beach homeowners can enjoy their small space without being distracted by unsightly utilities.

Example of a large transitional u-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor enclosed kitchen design in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

Disguise your television as a beautiful mirror to complement the rest of your decor instead of being a distracting TV. Pricing will vary by screen size and frame style. All TV Mirrors are custom made-to-order here in the USA. Visit our website to see how easy it is to build your own. TV: 60" Diagonal - LG 60LN6150 Frame Style: M6037 TV Mirror Type: OptiClear Ultra Overall Frame Size: 63 3/8" x 40 5/8"

A new front walk in poured concrete with inlaid bluestone runnels creates a more welcoming entry to this mid-century modern home. Renn Kuhnen Photography