View of water harvesting elements in food forest to capture and soak storm water when it rains to help increase the rainy season and offset irrigation needs. ©ecologyartisans.com

Though the refrigerator was kept in its original location, our designers created a built-in look by installing custom cabinetry around it. Increasing the cabinet height throughout the kitchen contributed to the sleek, modern look and increased storage space. Over and under cabinet lighting helped to brighten the kitchen and make it feel larger. Photography by Todd Ramsey, Impressia

A rain garden on the property line is shared by both neighbors and provides a beautiful solution to a common problem Design by Amy Whitworth Installation and Stonework by Stormwater Resource Group

We like to call this our "experienced" surface design. New cabinets were given a custom antiqued and distressed paint finish then glazed to accent the details and slightly distressed in a deeper tone. A low sheen clear coat helps to increase the appearance of a gently worn surface. Warren Patterson Photography.

Polsky Perlstein Architects, Michael Hospelt Photography
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Built in Niches in the shower help increase the usable space in the shower stall while large scale subway tiles with contrasting grout help make the space feel as large as possible in this compact on-suite master bathroom.

We replaced the brick with a Tuscan-colored stacked stone and added a wood mantel; the television was built-in to the stacked stone and framed out for a custom look. This created an updated design scheme for the room and a focal point. We also removed an entry wall on the east side of the home, and a wet bar near the back of the living area. This had an immediate impact on the brightness of the room and allowed for more natural light and a more open, airy feel, as well as increased square footage of the space. We followed up by updating the paint color to lighten the room, while also creating a natural flow into the remaining rooms of this first-floor, open floor plan. After removing the brick underneath the shelving units, we added a bench storage unit and closed cabinetry for storage. The back walls were finalized with a white shiplap wall treatment to brighten the space and wood shelving for accessories. On the left side of the fireplace, we added a single floating wood shelf to highlight and display the sword. The popcorn ceiling was scraped and replaced with a cleaner look, and the wood beams were stained to match the new mantle and floating shelves. The updated ceiling and beams created another dramatic focal point in the room, drawing the eye upward, and creating an open, spacious feel to the room. The room was finalized by removing the existing ceiling fan and replacing it with a rustic, two-toned, four-light chandelier in a distressed weathered oak finish on an iron metal frame. Photo Credit: Nina Leone Photography

Our Bolivia client used Brunswick Tile and Flooring to help select and install porcelain tile on a screened back porch floor. The American Olean Laurel Heights Elevated Beige porcelain tile upgraded the existing cement surface with style while providing the homeowner a durable product for outdoors that is easy to clean and capable of providing increased comfort to the bare feet when relaxing outdoors.

We built an addition for this home to add extra square footage. In doing so, we were able to help this family increase their living space and give them 2 beautiful large updated fully functional bathrooms. Also replaced roof, gutters, soffits and some siding.

SKI Design - Suzy Kennedy, Smook Architecture and Design, Eric Roth Photography
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A gorgeous front entry way. Custom entries help increase curb appeal and the value of your home!
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We wanted to add a mirror in this room to help guests have privacy as they get ready. We also want to increase the natural light in this room because it was located in a part of the house that doesn't get much direct sunlight. We used neutral grays and blues to help create a soothing and welcoming environment. We used wallpaper to create an accent wall that promoted a luxury hotel feel.

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Beautiful... one of our favorite small remodels. Using the right theme can help increase your space visually, especially for this 10’ by 10’ kitchen. Using a slate look for the tile really helps the cabinets and metals pop in this setting. It’s important to always remember the color scheme and theme for the space. This kitchen has an under mounted sink for a modern look. This also has a 24” cook top to allow the large refrigerator.

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Mike and Anne of Barrington Hills desperately needed to update and renovate both their kid’s hall bath and guest bath, and in their 1980’s home each project presented a different set of unique challenges to overcome. When they set out to identify the right remodeling company to partner with, it was important to find a company that could help them to visualize design solutions for the bath renovations. When they came across Advance Design Studio’s website, they were immediately drawn to the solution-oriented remodeling process and the family friendly company. They say they chose Advance Design because of the integrated approach of “Common Sense Remodeling”, making the design, project management and construction all happen in one place. When they met with Project Designer Michelle Lecinski, they knew they chose the right company. “Michelle’s excellent work on the initial designs made it easy to proceed with Advance Design Studio,” Mike said. Like most homeowners anticipating a big renovation project, they had some healthy fears; with two bathrooms being remodeled at the same time they worried about timeframes and staying within budget. With the help of Michelle, and the “Common Sense” guidelines, they were confident that Advance Design would stay true, orchestrating all the moving parts to stay within both the estimated timeline and budget. The guest bath offered the biggest design challenge. A dormer obstruction made the already cramped shower awkward to access. Mike and Anne also wanted the shower size to be expanded, making it more accommodating. Working with Advance’s construction expert DJ Yurik, Michelle relocated the shower concealing the original dormer and creating a larger, more comfortable and aesthetically pleasing guest shower. The unsightly and not at all user-friendly closet was removed and replaced with elegant White Maple Dura Supreme cabinetry with much improved function featuring dual tall linen cabinets, a special makeup area and two sinks, providing a dual vanity which was extremely important for better guest use. The Fossil Brown quartz countertop is in pleasing contrast to the white cabinetry, and coordinates nicely with the mocha porcelain tile gracing the shower for an accent. The decorative glazed turquoise tile backsplash, tile border, and bottle niche adds a taste of marine green to the room, while marble-looking porcelain tile makes guests feel they are staying in a 5-star hotel. Polished nickel Kohler plumbing fixtures were chosen to add a touch of sophistication. This renovated guest bath is comfortable and elegant, and Anne and Mike’s house guests may never want to leave! “The end result was updated and restyled bathrooms that the client will enjoy and increase the value of their home,” Designer Michelle said. The children’s hall bath had its own set of challenges. The current placement of the sink was not conducive to the best use of the existing space, nor did it allow for any visual interest, something Advance’s designers always work to achieve even within the tight confines of a small bath. Advance removed the linen closet and used the gain in wall space to create a dramatic focal point on the vanity wall. They also took additional space that wasn’t being used for new Storm Gray Dura Supreme tall built-in linen cabinets, creating functional storage space that the former bath lacked. A customized glass splash panel was created for the bath, and the high ceilings with skylights were accented with a custom-made track lighting fixture featuring industrial pipe and cage materials. Authentic cement encaustic tile was used wall to wall surrounding the vanity to create a dramatic and interesting back drop for the new elegant and stately furniture-like double sink wall. Hand-made encaustic tile originated in Western Europe beginning in the 1850’s and reminded Mike and Anne of tile they had seen and loved from their travels overseas. Today, encaustic tile has made a re-appearance in today’s modern bath design with its wide array of appealing patterns and artistic use of color. Oil rubbed bronze Kohler fixtures echo the black accents in the beautiful tile pattern and reflect the matte black of the unique lighting detail. Easy to maintain Blanca Arabescato Quartz countertops add practicality and natural beauty and compliments the warm wood porcelain tile floors. This handsome bath has generated praise from friends and family even before it’s complete unveiling as photos of the space leaked out on social media! It’s not only completely functional to use, but especially pretty to look at. “Advance Design Studio did a terrific job for us. We really appreciated how easy it was to work with them on a complex project of the complete remodeling of two bathrooms. They very capably handled all the details from design, to project management, to construction. It is a great group of people to work with and we would welcome the opportunity to work with them again anytime,” Mike said.

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