Amazing cathedral ceiling timber frame master bedroom facing the lake. This gorgeous bedroom features warm exposed wooden beams and pine decking on the ceiling, creating warmth and comfort.

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

Crowded Master Bathroom was impeding the sale of a magnificent water front property. As a result we transformed the bathroom in to a light and airy space that beckons any home owner to enter to a spa looking space with upscale fixtures and amenities. We offered our client contractor discounted pricing toward the purchase of all Bathroom Plumbing Fittings including the vessel tub, vanity and bathroom fixtures. Tiles were provided at deep discounted while sale prices. Vanity top, Saddles and other marble pieces were all custom fabricated in our shops and installed by our Renovation Expert Technicians.

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Large Master-bedroom with double-entry doors, vaulted-ceiling, oversized windows, expansive walk-in closet, corner reading nook and lavish Ensuite with free-standing soaker-tub. Master Bedroom features George Nelson chandelier and wall sconces that are an iconic mid-century modern design. Pure linen bedding, hand embroidered with branches and leaves draw in natural elements.

Gardner/Fox - Gardner/Fox completed this master suite renovation including a master bathroom expansion and renovation, and the creation of a walk-in closet. The new bathroom was doubled in size, after being combined with an unused walk-in closet. The new bathroom hosts a custom built-in vanity and storage, a 40 square-foot glass enclosed shower, and an Albert and Victoria free standing tub. The new closet was converted from a seldom used living space.

Outdoor Living space
Deck - mid-sized traditional backyard deck idea in Detroit with a pergola and a fireplace

Project Developer: Michael O'Hearn http://www.houzz.com/pro/mohearn1/michael-ohearn-case-design-remodeling-inc Designer: Micaela Mendoza http://www.houzz.com/pro/micaeladeegan/micaela-mendoza-case-design-remodeling-inc Photographer: Stacy Zarin-Goldberg

Beyond the wonderful dock/water access they already had on a charming Long Island canal, and the pool they were restoring, these homeowners wanted a new hot tub/spa to complete their restored backyard oasis. www.longislandhottub.com

Dovetailed timber frame pergola with lights installed over backyard hot tub for shade.
Mountain style patio photo in Salt Lake City

This time we installed a portable Bullfrog Spa on a base/mount halfway into a handsome Trex deck designed to fit the hot tub. Again, because the spa is raised up on a mount, when the clients are soaking in it, they get a fabulous view of their new pool and landscaping. We also helped the clients choose a spa base that matched the Trex decking. Note: The spa is exposed on two sides to ensure the views of the backyard are unobstructed. www.besthottubs.com

Baron Construction & Remodeling Co. Complete Master Bathroom Remodel & Design
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To achieve this transformation, major plumbing fixtures were relocated as needed. New plumbing wall ensures that the hot and cold water lines for the new vanities and soaking tub will not freeze and the custom mirror niches add architectural distinction to the space. Almost 200 miters were meticulously executed on the limestone tiles at all outside corners of niches and door openings, as well as the curved tub platform for a seamless appearance.

Not on the market in almost 30 years yet stylishly remodeled in 2010, the 3+BD/2.5BA home embodies contemporary living. Integrating the best of outdoor living and spacious open floor plan set in a peaceful, sunny cul-de-sac adjacent to open space. The home encompasses two levels of carefully planned living space on an oversize 12,600+ lot with expansion potential. With a mix of traditional and contemporary, the gated courtyard and entry foyer welcomes you. When the family is at home, the property invites indoor-outdoor living from the gourmet kitchen, living, dining and family rooms. Meticulous attention to details, remodeled and upgraded with beautiful oak floors, cathedral beamed ceilings, LR fireplace, family room, custom office, “2nd” guest kitchen and oversized attached 2 car garage. The “Deco” style eat-in Euro kitchen opens to the outdoors features Quartz countertops. Stainless appliances featuring a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Viking double oven with convection, Viking 36" gas cooktop, Bosch dishwasher, Kitchen Aid built-in microwave. The level yard features a sport court, a private hot tub platform plumbed and ready for installation, fruit trees and an abundance of boxed gardening beds and is adjacent to open space. Expansive storage and oversized 2 car garage with additional “2nd” kitchen convenient for guests and gardeners. Conveniently located near the Scott Valley Swim and Tennis Club, Edna Maguire Elementary School, Whole Foods, shopping and Mill Valley bike path. Easy commute to SF. • 3 Bedrooms Plus “4th Bedroom/Custom home office. • Expansive master suite, family room and sport court • Sunny and bright on oversize 12,600+Sq.Ft lot adjacent to open space • Cul-de-sac living with expansive decks, yard, sport court and gardens. • Built-in exterior BBQ and exterior bench seating • Indoor-Outdoor living in an open floor plans with multiple doors opening to exterior. • Premier Scott Valley location. Edna Maguire Elementary and Scott Valley Swim Club blocks away. • Stylishly remodeled eat-in kitchen with Quartz countertops and Euro Maple Cabinetry • Oak floors in main living areas • Cathedral beamed ceilings in living and dining room. • Wood burning fireplace in Living Room with “Signed” stone mural • Custom home office features built in cabinetry, bookshelves and numerous work stations. • Two car attached garage and additional second “kitchen” off of garage for guests • Custom laundry area • Powder room in main living area • Expansive family room with pool table included in sale • Kitchen opens to rear expansive deck, gardens and open space • Family room opens to lower yard and sport court with miles of open space hiking • Master suite bath has exterior door leading to hot tub area. • Easy access to hiking, biking, Mill Valley bike path, Edna Maguire Elementary School and Scott Valley Swim and Tennis Club

This rectangular swimming pool measures 22’6” x 42’0”, and features an Automatic Pool Safety Cover with custom stone lid system. The 8’0” x 8’0” separate spa is raised 2’0” with a 4’0” sheer descent water feature spilling into the pool. Inside the pool there is a 10’0” foot bench for seating and rest, and when rest time is over there is a basketball system for fun and recreation. Colored pool lights illuminate the swimming pool and hot tub with rich color, and Indiana Limestone coping and capstone coping on the hot tub give a clean finished touch. Salt Water Chlorine Generation makes the pool water quality softer and easier for the homeowner. The ample decking area consists of a unilock Brussels block coffee creek blend concrete paver, and the spa is faced with a nicely-contrasting Fon Du Lac stone.

The sprawling master suite is a true oasis; the main master bedroom leads into a lovely, stylish sitting room that's connected to a 5-piece master bath and an ample-sized walk-in closet.

[Our Clients] We were so excited to help these new homeowners re-envision their split-level diamond in the rough. There was so much potential in those walls, and we couldn’t wait to delve in and start transforming spaces. Our primary goal was to re-imagine the main level of the home and create an open flow between the space. So, we started by converting the existing single car garage into their living room (complete with a new fireplace) and opening up the kitchen to the rest of the level. [Kitchen] The original kitchen had been on the small side and cut-off from the rest of the home, but after we removed the coat closet, this kitchen opened up beautifully. Our plan was to create an open and light filled kitchen with a design that translated well to the other spaces in this home, and a layout that offered plenty of space for multiple cooks. We utilized clean white cabinets around the perimeter of the kitchen and popped the island with a spunky shade of blue. To add a real element of fun, we jazzed it up with the colorful escher tile at the backsplash and brought in accents of brass in the hardware and light fixtures to tie it all together. Through out this home we brought in warm wood accents and the kitchen was no exception, with its custom floating shelves and graceful waterfall butcher block counter at the island. [Dining Room] The dining room had once been the home’s living room, but we had other plans in mind. With its dramatic vaulted ceiling and new custom steel railing, this room was just screaming for a dramatic light fixture and a large table to welcome one-and-all. [Living Room] We converted the original garage into a lovely little living room with a cozy fireplace. There is plenty of new storage in this space (that ties in with the kitchen finishes), but the real gem is the reading nook with two of the most comfortable armchairs you’ve ever sat in. [Master Suite] This home didn’t originally have a master suite, so we decided to convert one of the bedrooms and create a charming suite that you’d never want to leave. The master bathroom aesthetic quickly became all about the textures. With a sultry black hex on the floor and a dimensional geometric tile on the walls we set the stage for a calm space. The warm walnut vanity and touches of brass cozy up the space and relate with the feel of the rest of the home. We continued the warm wood touches into the master bedroom, but went for a rich accent wall that elevated the sophistication level and sets this space apart. [Hall Bathroom] The floor tile in this bathroom still makes our hearts skip a beat. We designed the rest of the space to be a clean and bright white, and really let the lovely blue of the floor tile pop. The walnut vanity cabinet (complete with hairpin legs) adds a lovely level of warmth to this bathroom, and the black and brass accents add the sophisticated touch we were looking for. [Office] We loved the original built-ins in this space, and knew they needed to always be a part of this house, but these 60-year-old beauties definitely needed a little help. We cleaned up the cabinets and brass hardware, switched out the formica counter for a new quartz top, and painted wall a cheery accent color to liven it up a bit. And voila! We have an office that is the envy of the neighborhood.

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The navy and white color scheme and warm wood accents make this master bedroom incredibly cozy! Full glass double doors and high glass lead out to a rear balcony overlooking the backyard! Photography by John Martinelli