Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This client came to us wanting some help with updating the master bath in their home. Their primary goals were to increase the size of the shower, add a rain head, add a freestanding tub and overall freshen the feel of the space. The existing layout of the bath worked well, so we left the basic footprint the same, but increased the size of the shower and added a freestanding tub on a bit of an angle which allowed for some additional storage. One of the most important things on the wish list was adding a rainhead in the shower, but this was not an easy task with the angled ceiling. We came up with the solution of using an extra long wall-mounted shower arm that was reinforced with a meal bracket attached the ceiling. This did the trick, and no extra framing or insulation was required to make it work. The materials selected for the space are classic and fresh. Large format white oriental marble is used throughout the bath, on the floor in a herrinbone pattern and in a staggered brick pattern on the walls. Alder cabinets with a gray stain contrast nicely with the white marble, while shiplap detail helps unify the space and gives it a casual and cozy vibe. Storage solutions include an area for towels and other necessities at the foot of the tub, roll out shelves and out storage in the vanities and a custom niche and shaving ledge in the shower. We love how just a few simple changes can make such a great impact! Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKBD Photography by: LOMA Studios For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

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This custom farmhouse-style master bathroom strikes a perfect balance between crisp sophistication and inviting warmth. The walls, painted in Sherwin Williams Passive, offer a soft light gray backdrop with cool blue undertones, creating a serene and airy foundation. This tone pairs effortlessly with the cabinetry finished in Sherwin Williams Tin Lizzie—a rich, medium gray that adds depth while remaining beautifully versatile. A true focal point, the horizontal shiplap accent wall—painted in Sherwin Williams Alabaster—draws the eye immediately, providing a bright and textural contrast behind the white Elina acrylic freestanding tub. This moment feels both classic and fresh, grounding the space in farmhouse tradition while elevating it with a refined edge. Polished chrome hardware ties the design together seamlessly, coordinating with the sleek vanity lights and faucets to deliver a clean, modern touch. In contrast, the white beaded chandelier suspended above the tub introduces a layer of softness and organic texture, gently balancing the sharper lines found throughout the space. Underfoot, Evora White Versailles porcelain tile mirrors the subtle movement and gray undertones found in the ashen gray quartz countertops, creating a cohesive flow from surface to surface. The result is a thoughtfully curated bathroom that feels calm, elevated, and effortlessly timeless.

This kitchen vignette in a wabi-sabi lakeside retreat designed by PKA Architecture and Yond Interiors features antique elm box beams overhead, with antique elm cabinetry and open shelving framing a decorative divided-lite window. A tiled backsplash, dark stone countertops, and a built-in wine refrigerator sit beneath the shelving, while a brass pot filler and range continue the room's warm, natural palette. Our antique elm box beams, cabinetry, and shelving are milled from barn timbers dating from 1820 to 1880, carrying unique marks such as wormholes, peg holes, and mortise pockets left behind by centuries old woodworking. Because widespread Dutch Elm Disease in the 1970s made new elm nearly impossible to find, reclaimed elm remains one of the only ways to bring its warm, inviting tones into a home. The natural hues of reclaimed elm are bright and comforting, showing tans, light browns, and a subtle tinge of red that gives the wood an almost iridescent shimmer, embodying the wabi-sabi appreciation for natural imperfection and the passage of time. Whether you are a homebuilder, a home remodeling contractor, a homeowner, or a designer planning a kitchen like this, Manomin Resawn Timbers has the antique elm box beams, cabinetry, and shelving to bring warmth and character to your home. Visit our showroom in Hugo, MN or reach out to us with a call or a message. 15152 Freeland Avenue North, Hugo MN 55038. Mon–Thu 8am–4:30pm, Fri 8am–4pm. 651.464.1771.

This kitchen in a wabi-sabi lakeside retreat designed by PKA Architecture and Yond Interiors is defined by antique elm box beams overhead, with antique elm cabinetry, floating shelves, and large paneled wood doors carrying the same warm, natural character across the room. A tiled backsplash, range hood, and dark stone countertops add texture and contrast, while brass fixtures and open shelving complete a kitchen built around simplicity and craft. Our antique elm box beams, cabinetry, and paneling are milled from barn timbers dating from 1820 to 1880, carrying unique marks such as wormholes, peg holes, and mortise pockets left behind by centuries old woodworking. Because widespread Dutch Elm Disease in the 1970s made new elm nearly impossible to find, reclaimed elm remains one of the only ways to bring its warm, inviting tones into a home. The natural hues of reclaimed elm are bright and comforting, showing tans, light browns, and a subtle tinge of red that gives the wood an almost iridescent shimmer, embodying the wabi-sabi appreciation for natural imperfection and the passage of time. Whether you are a homebuilder, a home remodeling contractor, a homeowner, or a designer planning a kitchen like this, Manomin Resawn Timbers has the antique elm box beams, cabinetry, and paneling to bring warmth and character to your home. Visit our showroom in Hugo, MN or reach out to us with a call or a message. 15152 Freeland Avenue North, Hugo MN 55038. Mon–Thu 8am–4:30pm, Fri 8am–4pm. 651.464.1771.

This kitchen in a wabi-sabi lakeside retreat designed by PKA Architecture and Yond Interiors is defined by antique elm box beams overhead, with antique elm cabinetry, floating shelves, and large paneled wood doors carrying the same warm, natural character across the room. A tiled backsplash, range hood, and dark stone countertops add texture and contrast, while brass fixtures and open shelving complete a kitchen built around simplicity and craft. Our antique elm box beams, cabinetry, and paneling are milled from barn timbers dating from 1820 to 1880, carrying unique marks such as wormholes, peg holes, and mortise pockets left behind by centuries old woodworking. Because widespread Dutch Elm Disease in the 1970s made new elm nearly impossible to find, reclaimed elm remains one of the only ways to bring its warm, inviting tones into a home. The natural hues of reclaimed elm are bright and comforting, showing tans, light browns, and a subtle tinge of red that gives the wood an almost iridescent shimmer, embodying the wabi-sabi appreciation for natural imperfection and the passage of time. Whether you are a homebuilder, a home remodeling contractor, a homeowner, or a designer planning a kitchen like this, Manomin Resawn Timbers has the antique elm box beams, cabinetry, and paneling to bring warmth and character to your home. Visit our showroom in Hugo, MN or reach out to us with a call or a message. 15152 Freeland Avenue North, Hugo MN 55038. Mon–Thu 8am–4:30pm, Fri 8am–4pm. 651.464.1771.

This upstairs hallway in a wabi-sabi lakeside retreat designed by PKA Architecture and Yond Interiors is topped with antique elm ceiling paneling and timbers, carrying the same warm, natural texture found throughout the home. A dark painted stair railing and soft plaster walls create quiet contrast against the wood above, while a built-in ledge with hanging decor and a glimpse of the window nook bedroom beyond continue the home's restrained, lived-in feel. Our antique elm paneling and timbers are milled from barn timbers dating from 1820 to 1880, carrying unique marks such as wormholes, peg holes, and mortise pockets left behind by centuries old woodworking. Because widespread Dutch Elm Disease in the 1970s made new elm nearly impossible to find, reclaimed elm remains one of the only ways to bring its warm, inviting tones into a home. The natural hues of reclaimed elm are bright and comforting, showing tans, light browns, and a subtle tinge of red that gives the wood an almost iridescent shimmer, embodying the wabi-sabi appreciation for natural imperfection and the passage of time. Whether you are a homebuilder, a home remodeling contractor, a homeowner, or a designer planning a space like this, Manomin Resawn Timbers has the antique elm paneling and timbers to bring warmth and character to your home. Visit our showroom in Hugo, MN or reach out to us with a call or a message. 15152 Freeland Avenue North, Hugo MN 55038. Mon–Thu 8am–4:30pm, Fri 8am–4pm. 651.464.1771.

The hydrorail shower system takes center stage in its simplicity and multiple function against the beveled subway tile which creates a very appealing texture on the shower walls. The gray of the vintage floor tile pattern tugs gently at the grays of the bathroom floor (see other picture). Design: Laura Lerond. Photo: Dan Bawden.

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This kitchen in a wabi-sabi lakeside retreat designed by PKA Architecture and Yond Interiors brings together antique elm box beams, cabinetry, floating shelves, and island paneling for a warm, cohesive palette of natural wood throughout. A tiled range hood and backsplash, dark stone countertops, and a decorative window with open display shelving add texture and contrast, while French doors open to a patio and lake view beyond. Our antique elm box beams, cabinetry, and paneling are milled from barn timbers dating from 1820 to 1880, carrying unique marks such as wormholes, peg holes, and mortise pockets left behind by centuries old woodworking. Because widespread Dutch Elm Disease in the 1970s made new elm nearly impossible to find, reclaimed elm remains one of the only ways to bring its warm, inviting tones into a home. The natural hues of reclaimed elm are bright and comforting, showing tans, light browns, and a subtle tinge of red that gives the wood an almost iridescent shimmer, embodying the wabi-sabi appreciation for natural imperfection and the passage of time. Whether you are a homebuilder, a home remodeling contractor, a homeowner, or a designer planning a kitchen like this, Manomin Resawn Timbers has the antique elm box beams, cabinetry, and paneling to bring warmth and character to your home. Visit our showroom in Hugo, MN or reach out to us with a call or a message. 15152 Freeland Avenue North, Hugo MN 55038. Mon–Thu 8am–4:30pm, Fri 8am–4pm. 651.464.1771.

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