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Mastic Cedar Discovery and Carvedwood 44 Vinyl Siding in English Wedgewood, AZEK Decking in Slate Gray, AZEK Premier Rails in White, Harvey Windows and Doors on Mashpee, MA Summer Home.

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Floating Stairs: The Backbone Solid oak treads cantilevered against raw brick, held in place by horizontal blackened steel railings — architectural restraint at its finest. No ornamentation needed when the materials speak this clearly.

Example of a classic entryway design in Chicago

Image 9 — Shower: The Enclosure Floor-to-ceiling hand-set marble subway tile, a frameless glass enclosure, and a matte black rain head. Nothing superfluous. Built-in open shelving flanks the water closet with the same editorial calm that defines every room in this home.

Kitchen: The Command Center Oversized copper dome pendants cast warm pools of light over a dark, brooding island — a deliberate counterpoint to the pale oak floors below. Glass-front upper cabinets and professional appliances signal serious culinary intent, while the custom slatted wood partition frames the living space beyond like a work of art.

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Premium Professional & Portfolio-Driven Focus: Authority, European Design Influence, and Service Precision. About KC Architects Elevating Chicago’s residential landscape, KC Architects is a premier design firm led by Katarzyna Cimoch, a licensed Polish architect Chicago homeowners trust for sophisticated, custom solutions. We bridge the gap between timeless European architectural traditions and modern American functionality. Whether you are planning a luxury new build, a complex renovation, or a thoughtful addition, our team provides a seamless, end-to-end experience. From the first sketch to final construction supervision, we ensure every detail meets rigorous Illinois building codes and your personal aesthetic goals. Why Choose KC Architects? Bilingual Expertise: Full services available in both Polish and English. Licensed & Accredited: Licensed in Illinois and Florida. Sustainability Focus: Experts in space optimization and eco-friendly design. Turnkey Management: We handle the red tape, including Chicago building permits and contractor coordination. FAQs Do you offer free consultations? Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations to review your site and vision. What is your design process? We utilize a structured 5-step process: Consultation, Schematic Design, Design Development, Permitting, and Construction Administration. Do you work with specific contractors? We can recommend trusted local builders or collaborate seamlessly with your preferred contractor. www.architect-chicago.com

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Living Room: The Welcome A arched solid wood entry door, a full exposed brick wall, and a deeply saturated accent corner in burgundy — this is a room that refuses to be timid. Leather ottomans, a tufted charcoal sofa, and brass-toned vessels ground the space in warmth without softening its edge.

Image 7 — Ceiling Detail: The Crown Looking straight up into a coffered oak ceiling inset — chevron-cut planks radiating outward from a central matte black ring chandelier. A detail most would never plan this carefully. This one was.chandelier overhead — intimate grandeur.

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Island Sink: Raw Meets Precious A copper undermount sink set into a honed grey quartz island, flanked by copper pendants and backed by original exposed brick with a working fireplace. The open-tread oak staircase rises from the corner as pure sculpture. This vignette alone tells the story of the entire home.

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Featured here is a project that utilized the Bomanite Bomacron English Sidewalk Slate pattern to create a stunning stamped concrete patio, walkways, and driveway, and this durable, decorative surface would be the perfect addition to any residential hardscape to provide durability while adding a beautifully distinctive design aesthetic.

Kitchen Detail: The Cook's Station Matte black cabinetry recedes into shadow, letting a sculptural copper coil faucet and wall-mounted pot filler command full attention. The full-slab marble backsplash quietly elevates the drama. Every detail here was chosen to perform as beautifully as it looks.