Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
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Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
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Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
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Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
Example of a mid-sized trendy master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower design in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
Alcove shower - mid-sized contemporary master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower idea in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower remodel in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower remodel in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower remodel in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
Mid-sized trendy master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower photo in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
Alcove shower - mid-sized contemporary master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower idea in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
Alcove shower - mid-sized contemporary master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower idea in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Sleepy Hollow, IL Master bath renovation. This clean-looking space features a double-vanity and alcove shower with dual showerheads.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower remodel in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color : Coming Soon! Trim Color : Coming Soon! Entry Door Color by Northwood Cabinets Door Stain : Coming Soon! Flooring & Tile by Macadam Floor and Design Master Bath Floor Tile by Surface Art Inc. Tile Product : Horizon in Silver Master Shower Wall Tile by Emser Tile Master Shower Wall/Floor Product : Cassero in White Master Bath Tile Countertops by Surface Art Inc. Master Countertop Product : A La Mode in Buff Foyer Tile by Emser Tile Tile Product : Motion in Advance Great Room Hardwood by Wanke Cascade Hardwood Product : Terra Living Natural Durango Kitchen Backsplash Tile by Florida Tile Backsplash Tile Product : Streamline in Arctic Slab Countertops by Cosmos Granite & Marble Quartz, Granite & Marble provided by Wall to Wall Countertops Countertop Product : True North Quartz in Blizzard Great Room Fireplace by Heat & Glo Fireplace Product : Primo 48” Fireplace Surround by Emser Tile Surround Product : Motion in Advance Plumbing Fixtures by Kohler Sink Fixtures by Decolav Custom Storage by Northwood Cabinets Handlesets and Door Hardware by Kwikset Lighting by Globe/Destination Lighting Windows by Milgard Window + Door Window Product : Style Line Series Supplied by TroyCo

Curtis and Peggy had been thinking of a kitchen remodel for quite some time, but they knew their house would have a unique set of challenges. Their older Victorian house was built in 1891. The kitchen cabinetry was original, and they wanted to keep the authenticity of their period home while adding modern comforts that would improve their quality of life. A friend recommended Advance Design Studio for their exceptional experience and quality of work. After meeting with designer Michelle Lecinski at Advance Design, they were confident they could partner with Advance to accomplish the unique kitchen renovation they’d been talking about for years. “We wanted to do the kitchen for a long, long time,” Curtis said. “(We asked ourselves) what are we actually going to do? How are we going to do this? And who are we going to find to do exactly what we want?” The goal for the project was to keep the home renovation and new kitchen feeling authentic to the time in which it was built. They desperately wanted the modern comforts that come with a larger refrigerator and the dishwasher that they never had! The old home was also a bit drafty so adding a fireplace, wall insulation and new windows became a priority. They very much wanted to create a comfortable hearth room adjacent to the kitchen, complete with old world brick. The original cabinetry had to go to make way for beautiful new kitchen cabinetry that appears as if it was a hundred years old, but with all the benefits of cutting-edge storage, self-closing drawers, and a brand-new look. “We just wanted to keep it old looking, but with some modern updates,” Peggy said. Dura Supreme Highland Cabinets with a Heritage Old World Painted Finish replaced the original 1891 cabinets. The hand-applied careful rubbed-off detailing makes these exquisite cabinets look as if they came from a far-gone era. Despite the small size of the kitchen, Peggy, Curtis and Michelle utilized every inch with custom cabinet sizes to increase storage capacity. The custom cabinets allowed for the addition of a 24” Fisher Paykel dishwasher with a concealing Dura Supreme door panel. Michelle was also able to work into the new design a larger 30” Fisher Paykel French refrigerator. “We made every ¼ inch count in this small space,” designer Michelle said. “Having the ability to custom size the cabinetry was the only way to achieve this.” “The kitchen essentially was designed around the Heartland Vintage range and oven,” says Michelle. A classic appliance that combines nostalgic beauty and craftsmanship for modern cooking, with nickel plated trim and elegantly shaped handles and legs; the not to miss range is a striking focal point of the entire room and an engaging conversation piece. Granite countertops in Kodiak Satin with subtle veining kept with the old-world style. The delicate porcelain La Vie Crackle Sonoma tile kitchen backsplash compliments the home’s style perfectly. A handcrafted passthrough designed to show off Peggy’s fine china was custom built by project carpenters Justin Davis and Jeff Dallain to physically and visually open the space. Additional storage was created in the custom panty room with Latte Edinburg cabinets, hand-made weathered wood shelving with authentic black iron brackets, and an intricate tin copper ceiling. Peggy and Curtis loved the idea of adding a Vermont stove to make the hearth-room not only functional, but a truly beckoning place to be. A stunning Bordeaux red Vermont Castings Stove with crisp black ventilation was chosen and combined with the authentic reclaimed Chicago brick wall. Advance’s talented carpenters custom-built elegant weathered shelves to house family memorabilia, installed carefully chosen barn sconces, and made the hearth room an inviting place to relax with a cup of coffee and a good book. “Peggy and Curtis’ project was so much fun to work on. Creating a space that looks and feels like it always belonged in this beautiful old Victorian home is a designer’s dream. To see the delight in their faces when they saw the design details coming together truly made it worth the time and effort that went into making the very compact kitchen space work”, said Michelle. “The result is an amazing custom kitchen, packed with functionality in every inch, nook and cranny!” exclaims Michelle. The renovation didn’t end with the kitchen. New Pella windows were added to help lessen the drafts. The removal of the original windows and trim necessitated the re-creation of hand-made corbels and trim details no longer available today. The talented carpenter team came to the rescue, crafting new pieces and masterfully finishing them as if they were always there. New custom gutters were formed and installed with a front entry rework necessary to accommodate the changes. The whole house functions better, but it still feels like the original 1891 home. “From start to finish it’s just a much better space than we used to have,” Peggy said. “Jeff and Justin were amazing.” Curtis added; “We were lucky to find Advance Design, because they really came through for us. I loved that they had everything in house, anything you needed to have done, they could do it”.

Mid-sized beach style master white tile and mosaic tile marble floor and white floor bathroom photo in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door and gray countertops

The design challenge was to enhance the square footage, flow and livability in this 1,442 sf 1930’s Tudor style brick house for a growing family of four. A two story 1,000 sf addition was the solution proposed by the design team at Advance Design Studio, Ltd. The new addition provided enough space to add a new kitchen and eating area with a butler pantry, a food pantry, a powder room and a mud room on the lower level, and a new master suite on the upper level. The family envisioned a bright and airy white classically styled kitchen accented with espresso in keeping with the 1930’s style architecture of the home. Subway tile and timely glass accents add to the classic charm of the crisp white craftsman style cabinetry and sparkling chrome accents. Clean lines in the white farmhouse sink and the handsome bridge faucet in polished nickel make a vintage statement. River white granite on the generous new island makes for a fantastic gathering place for family and friends and gives ample casual seating. Dark stained oak floors extend to the new butler’s pantry and powder room, and throughout the first floor making a cohesive statement throughout. Classic arched doorways were added to showcase the home’s period details. On the upper level, the newly expanded garage space nestles below an expansive new master suite complete with a spectacular bath retreat and closet space and an impressively vaulted ceiling. The soothing master getaway is bathed in soft gray tones with painted cabinets and amazing “fantasy” granite that reminds one of beach vacations. The floor mimics a wood feel underfoot with a gray textured porcelain tile and the spacious glass shower boasts delicate glass accents and a basket weave tile floor. Sparkling fixtures rest like fine jewelry completing the space. The vaulted ceiling throughout the master suite lends to the spacious feel as does the archway leading to the expansive master closet. An elegant bank of 6 windows floats above the bed, bathing the space in light. Photo Credits- Joe Nowak

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This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath. Joe Nowak

This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath.