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

Susan and Doug loved their two-story home set on a lovely large and secluded wooded lot in a quiet and centrally located neighborhood in Apex, NC. They decided that they would retire in the home, but were aware of their need to transition to a first-floor fully accessible living environment as they aged so that they could remain in their home as long as possible. Our solution was to design and build a first-floor Master Bedroom suite that flows seamlessly into the other living areas on their first floor, and also serves to bring more of the “outdoors in”, allowing them to enjoy more of their lovely large wooded back yard and gardens. The Aging in Place and Special Needs Accessible Master Bedroom Suite Addition transformed their two-story home into a fully accessible and functional 1st Floor retirement home, with guest suites on the 2nd Floor! The Master Suite Addition features a large master bedroom with generous windows that looks out on the lovely wooded back yard and creates a light and bright interior. The large master bathroom features an amazing tiled barrier-free shower, large closet, free-standing tub, and fully wheelchair accessible water closet. Beautiful natural finish hardwood floors flow into the fully wheelchair accessible and barrio-free kitchen, dining room, and family room. The large wrap-around deck extends the living space into the large private back yard, and ties the master bedroom in with the screened porch. Special Features: Fully Aging in Place and Special Needs Accessible 1st Floor Home. Generous windows to bring in natural light and the lovely private and wooded back yard. Energy efficient advanced building science techniques. Amazing tiled barrier-free shower and master bath. Integration of sentimental heirloom vanity and several hand-made pottery vessel sinks. Beautiful natural finish hardwood floors. Wrap-around deck that extends the barrier-free living spaces into the private back yard.

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
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Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
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Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
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Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
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Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
Example of a large transitional master double-sink bathroom design in Chicago with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a bidet, green walls, an undermount sink and a built-in vanity

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
Inspiration for a large transitional master double-sink bathroom remodel in Chicago with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a bidet, green walls, an undermount sink and a built-in vanity

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
Example of a large transitional master double-sink bathroom design in Chicago with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a bidet, green walls, an undermount sink and a built-in vanity

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
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Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
Inspiration for a large transitional master double-sink bathroom remodel in Chicago with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a bidet, green walls, an undermount sink and a built-in vanity

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
Large transitional master double-sink bathroom photo in Chicago with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a bidet, green walls, an undermount sink and a built-in vanity

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
Bathroom - large transitional master double-sink bathroom idea in Chicago with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a bidet, green walls, an undermount sink and a built-in vanity

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
Example of a large transitional master double-sink bathroom design in Chicago with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a bidet, green walls, an undermount sink and a built-in vanity

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
Bathroom - large transitional master double-sink bathroom idea in Chicago with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a bidet, green walls, an undermount sink and a built-in vanity

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
Large transitional master double-sink bathroom photo in Chicago with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a bidet, green walls, an undermount sink and a built-in vanity

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
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Jackie and Sean loved the Algonquin neighborhood they lived in with the peaceful neighborhood and the close proximity to work and school. What they didn’t love was how outdated their home had become. With a cramped kitchen and an unused dining room, they decided a remodel was the perfect solution to their problem. They would be able to continue to live in the area they loved, while at the same time they could have the dream home they envisioned. After a thorough search, Jackie came across Advance Design Studio. She was impressed by all of the positive reviews she saw on the internet and saw herself identifying with all of the project stories she saw on the website. Once they met with designer Scott Christensen and owner Todd Jurs, they knew Advance Design was the right company to make their dreams a reality. The project consisted of four main areas: the kitchen/dining/powder room, the laundry room, the master bathroom, and the kid’s bathroom. They wanted to expand the kitchen into the seldom used dining room and add a large island for hosting parties and family gatherings. They also wanted new hardwood flooring throughout the first level. The laundry room needed to be more functional, and all three bathrooms were in dire need of updating. The closed off kitchen was opened up to create a sweeping space between the new eating area and the much larger kitchen. A handsome dry bar complete with a beverage refrigerator and lighted glass door cabinetry makes an elegant transition across from a peninsula area filled with storage. An additional decorative cabinet lighting up elegant dishware through the mullioned glass sits directly across from the drybar. An expansive island was critical to the kitchen plans. Jackie, Sean and Scott worked closely together to create just the right details for their design. They wanted the island to be functional in addition to being the centerpiece of the room. Added storage for the kid’s school supplies was hidden behind cabinet doors so the children could do their schoolwork right at the island, and a microwave drawer glides open with the touch of a finger hidden inconspicuously within the island space. The easy to care for Cambria Britannica Quartz island top with its sweeping grey and white marble look perched atop hand-carved Craftsman corbels was absolutely what they were hoping for, blending both beauty and function perfectly. Adding a nice contrast to the brightness of the quartz and the white cabinetry, Kodiak - Leather granite countertops were used to balance the light and dark tones of the space. Dura Supreme Classic White painted cabinets grace the perimeter, while Maple Poppy Seed stained cabinets with a beautiful soft grey woodgrain were used in the beverage center and island. The two tones compliment the large space balancing it out nicely creating interest and elegance with the simple Craftsman style full overlay doors. A deep warm Barnwood White Oak flooring was added throughout the lower level. The new floor brings additional contrast to the bright kitchen and provides unity with the now open floorplan as it rolls in to the foyer and family room. Final details like the show-stopping lunar like duo light fixtures complete the space and intermix expertly with crisscross details of the glass door mullions, the island bar seating and even accessories in the space. The small cluttered laundry room needed more space and more storage. With a busy family it seemed to overflow daily and did not have anywhere to hide the families “in and out stuff.” Scott designed the new space with a stackable washer and dryer and much more efficiently organized cabinetry. Doing laundry is now (almost!) a pleasure and keeping everyone’s “stuff” hidden, but readily accessible is now a snap. The master bath was not a place where the couple enjoyed spending time getting ready for their day. The tub almost never was used, so removing it made it possible to build an extra-large shower, replacing the small cramped cube of the previous shower they hated. Clean, horizontal lines softly draw your eye around the space with porcelain tile called Driftwood Sea spray. Full overlay cabinetry in a soft white vanity with double sinks makes getting ready for the day much more convenient for the busy couple. Long floor planks made of porcelain tile mimic real hardwood floors in a soft grey to compliment the shower, but with the ease and care of a tile surface. Cambrian Black Granite counters with a matte finish and under mount porcelain sinks with handsome brushed chrome hardware complete the handsome space. A real bonus in any master bath; a custom built in storage nook was tucked in the corner of the space for linens and heavenly storage. The kid’s bath was in sad shape because it was original to the house. To keep the budget in control, the tub which was in great condition was retained, but focus was on the new large brick style porcelain charcoal tile on the floor, crisp white new Craftsman style cabinetry with pretty furniture details on the corner base, a striking granite top with white under mount porcelain sinks and fresh hardware and faucets. Some beautiful soft grey wood mirrors to match mom and dads were custom sized and placed under new lighting, and 4 hooks were smartly arranged down the wall for kids’ towels. This couple was determined not to move, and made their house their dream home. Not only does their home function greatly now, but Jackie says, “When the neighbors come to visit, they’re asking if they can “steal” the design”! The added functionality, elegance, and open floor plan were exactly what this family needed in order to stay. Advance Design Studio, Joe Nowak

Master bathroom remodel by Advance Design Studio. Smart features include: warm floors, Kohler Eir toilet, medicine cabinets, and shower.
Example of a large transitional master double-sink bathroom design in Chicago with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a bidet, green walls, an undermount sink and a built-in vanity