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After years of enjoying their backyard, the clients of this property enlisted our firm to improve the original landscape we had completed over ten years ago. Our goal was to update the patio and further develop their backyard by creating a garden with a variety of color and texture.
Over time the existing patio had settled, plantings grew, and an existing Oak thrived. During the initial home and landscape construction our clients were particularly concerned about the health of the mature Oak located just off the home. Special care was given when the patio was first built. Precautions were again taken in working around the Oak as the existing patio was removed and replaced. Surrounding trees and shrubs had grown and enclosed the backyard limiting access. This required almost all work and transport of material to be done by hand.
The old concrete paver patio was replaced with bluestone. Existing mortared limestone around the edges of the patio levels were cleaned and tuck-pointed. A new stoop was constructed with mortared limestone risers and bluestone treads. A built-in grill and fireplace further updated the backyard space. The fireplace was designed to follow the organic curve of the patio. Mortared limestone and bluestone material were repeated on all elements, tying them together.
Along with the updated patio, many additions were made in transforming the modest backyard into a lush garden. Masses of annuals, ornamental grasses, and perennials along with mixed shrubs created sweeps of color and texture in front of a new arborvitae hedge and other existing trees and shrubs.
After careful planning and execution the completed landscape gave our clients the updated landscape they desired. The completion of the project was a rewarding and fulfilling experience as we transformed a good past project into a fantastic new project.

Inspiration for a transitional freestanding desk dark wood floor home office remodel in New York

Ryan Fung Photography
Example of a small transitional porcelain tile mudroom design in Toronto with gray walls
Example of a small transitional porcelain tile mudroom design in Toronto with gray walls
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Inspiration for a large coastal white two-story brick gable roof remodel in Houston with a mixed material roof

Richly textured western walnut cabinetry, reflective gunmetal tile, and white quartzite counters make for a warm modern kitchen in a 1909 home. Oak flooring matches that of the adjacent rooms.
Photos: Anna M Campbell; annamcampbell.com

This is an example of a huge traditional full sun courtyard brick driveway in St Louis for spring.

If you like a distressed look, then you'll love the wirebrushed surface of Lexington County Oak from Virginia Mill Works. The 5 inch engineered hardwood planks feature deep, dark brown hues blended with classic oak grains, will complement any room in your home.

The table extension to the center island allows dining space for two to four.
Photos by- Michele Lee Willson
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped bamboo floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped bamboo floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Karen and Chad of Tower Lakes, IL were tired of their unfinished basement functioning as nothing more than a storage area and depressing gym. They wanted to increase the livable square footage of their home with a cohesive finished basement design, while incorporating space for the kids and adults to hang out.
“We wanted to make sure that upon renovating the basement, that we can have a place where we can spend time and watch movies, but also entertain and showcase the wine collection that we have,” Karen said.
After a long search comparing many different remodeling companies, Karen and Chad found Advance Design Studio. They were drawn towards the unique “Common Sense Remodeling” process that simplifies the renovation experience into predictable steps focused on customer satisfaction.
“There are so many other design/build companies, who may not have transparency, or a focused process in mind and I think that is what separated Advance Design Studio from the rest,” Karen said.
Karen loved how designer Claudia Pop was able to take very high-level concepts, “non-negotiable items” and implement them in the initial 3D drawings. Claudia and Project Manager DJ Yurik kept the couple in constant communication through the project. “Claudia was very receptive to the ideas we had, but she was also very good at infusing her own points and thoughts, she was very responsive, and we had an open line of communication,” Karen said.
A very important part of the basement renovation for the couple was the home gym and sauna. The “high-end hotel” look and feel of the openly blended work out area is both highly functional and beautiful to look at. The home sauna gives them a place to relax after a long day of work or a tough workout. “The gym was a very important feature for us,” Karen said. “And I think (Advance Design) did a very great job in not only making the gym a functional area, but also an aesthetic point in our basement”.
An extremely unique wow-factor in this basement is the walk in glass wine cellar that elegantly displays Karen and Chad’s extensive wine collection. Immediate access to the stunning wet bar accompanies the wine cellar to make this basement a popular spot for friends and family.
The custom-built wine bar brings together two natural elements; Calacatta Vicenza Quartz and thick distressed Black Walnut. Sophisticated yet warm Graphite Dura Supreme cabinetry provides contrast to the soft beige walls and the Calacatta Gold backsplash. An undermount sink across from the bar in a matching Calacatta Vicenza Quartz countertop adds functionality and convenience to the bar, while identical distressed walnut floating shelves add an interesting design element and increased storage. Rich true brown Rustic Oak hardwood floors soften and warm the space drawing all the areas together.
Across from the bar is a comfortable living area perfect for the family to sit down at a watch a movie. A full bath completes this finished basement with a spacious walk-in shower, Cocoa Brown Dura Supreme vanity with Calacatta Vicenza Quartz countertop, a crisp white sink and a stainless-steel Voss faucet.
Advance Design’s Common Sense process gives clients the opportunity to walk through the basement renovation process one step at a time, in a completely predictable and controlled environment. “Everything was designed and built exactly how we envisioned it, and we are really enjoying it to it’s full potential,” Karen said.
Constantly striving for customer satisfaction, Advance Design’s success is heavily reliant upon happy clients referring their friends and family. “We definitely will and have recommended Advance Design Studio to friends who are looking to embark on a remodeling project small or large,” Karen exclaimed at the completion of her project.

This mudroom entry has access from the side of the house, as well as from the garage, and also contains the laundry room, which is very practical for this family when the kids come in from swim lessons or from playing in the snow, the laundry is right there, so wet things can go right in the dryer!

Deering Design Studio, Inc.
Inspiration for a contemporary concrete floor hallway remodel in Seattle with gray walls
Inspiration for a contemporary concrete floor hallway remodel in Seattle with gray walls

Benjamin Hill Photography
Inspiration for a timeless gray floor mudroom remodel in Houston with gray walls
Inspiration for a timeless gray floor mudroom remodel in Houston with gray walls

a large happy room, shared by two girls, ages five and seven. The room is painted in Benjamin Moore Lavender Mist. The beds, rug and nightstands are from Land Of Nod. and the artwork was made by the girls themselves.

Example of a transitional boy carpeted nursery design in Dallas with beige walls

Huge elegant freestanding desk carpeted and gray floor home office library photo with brown walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Anne Ruthman
Inspiration for a bedroom and mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral medium tone wood floor kids' bedroom remodel in New York with white walls
Inspiration for a bedroom and mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral medium tone wood floor kids' bedroom remodel in New York with white walls

Working with a long time resident, creating a unified look out of the varied styles found in the space while increasing the size of the home was the goal of this project.
Both of the home’s bathrooms were renovated to further the contemporary style of the space, adding elements of color as well as modern bathroom fixtures. Further additions to the master bathroom include a frameless glass door enclosure, green wall tiles, and a stone bar countertop with wall-mounted faucets.
The guest bathroom uses a more minimalistic design style, employing a white color scheme, free standing sink and a modern enclosed glass shower.
The kitchen maintains a traditional style with custom white kitchen cabinets, a Carrera marble countertop, banquet seats and a table with blue accent walls that add a splash of color to the space.
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