Empire Contracting Inc 707.884.9789 Photos By: Sea Ranch Images www.searanchimages.com 707.653.6866
Inspiration for a 1950s exterior home remodel in San Francisco

Of utmost importance to this client was a home boasting an elegant vibe – highlighting sophisticated furnishings without pretension – but with little-to-no-maintenance. Throughout the house, the designers incorporated performance fabrics that are sustainable for pets and children, offering an elegant ease that transitions from outdoor to indoor. They also focused heavily on the convenience factor, bringing the home deep into technology with media seating for a true media room; custom motorized shades in every room; TVs that reveal with a simple push of a button; and even desks that transition from a standing to seated position. Of course, you can’t have convenience without some glamour, and a former sitting room that was converted into a dressing room will make any woman’s eyes pop with envy. The to-die-for closet features power rods that float down for easy reach, a dressing mirror with wings that fold in and LED lights that change colors, a bench covered in couture fabric for distinctive perching, decadent carpeting and tons of shoe storage.

This is the tub view showing floor to ceiling wall tile with 2 closet entry doors on either side. Also pictured is the shower entry wall with artwork. This bathroom also features 2 floating vanity areas.

This is the tub view showing floor to ceiling wall tile with 2 closet entry doors on either side. Also pictured is the shower entry wall with artwork. This bathroom also features 2 floating vanity areas.

This master bathroom remodel was designed to blend luxury with comfort. The quartz-granite hybrid vanity pairs beautifully with rich wood cabinetry, adding both elegance and durability. A frameless glass shower with full-body jets and mosaic tile accents creates a spa-like retreat, while the freestanding soaking tub provides the perfect place to unwind. Neutral tile floors and soft gray walls balance the design, making the space feel bright, open, and sophisticated.

This master bathroom blends timeless design with modern luxury, creating a calm and spa-like retreat. The soft beige wall tiles paired with a natural stone countertop set a soothing foundation, while brushed gold fixtures add a touch of understated elegance. A frameless glass shower with dual shower heads and a relaxing soaking tub provide the perfect balance of function and indulgence. Bright, clean cabinetry enhances storage while keeping the space airy and refined. Every detail was chosen to transform this bathroom into a serene escape for daily comfort and relaxation.

Of utmost importance to this client was a home boasting an elegant vibe – highlighting sophisticated furnishings without pretension – but with little-to-no-maintenance. Throughout the house, the designers incorporated performance fabrics that are sustainable for pets and children, offering an elegant ease that transitions from outdoor to indoor. They also focused heavily on the convenience factor, bringing the home deep into technology with media seating for a true media room; custom motorized shades in every room; TVs that reveal with a simple push of a button; and even desks that transition from a standing to seated position. Of course, you can’t have convenience without some glamour, and a former sitting room that was converted into a dressing room will make any woman’s eyes pop with envy. The to-die-for closet features power rods that float down for easy reach, a dressing mirror with wings that fold in and LED lights that change colors, a bench covered in couture fabric for distinctive perching, decadent carpeting and tons of shoe storage.

This master bathroom remodel was designed to blend luxury with comfort. The quartz-granite hybrid vanity pairs beautifully with rich wood cabinetry, adding both elegance and durability. A frameless glass shower with full-body jets and mosaic tile accents creates a spa-like retreat, while the freestanding soaking tub provides the perfect place to unwind. Neutral tile floors and soft gray walls balance the design, making the space feel bright, open, and sophisticated.

This master bathroom blends timeless design with modern luxury, creating a calm and spa-like retreat. The soft beige wall tiles paired with a natural stone countertop set a soothing foundation, while brushed gold fixtures add a touch of understated elegance. A frameless glass shower with dual shower heads and a relaxing soaking tub provide the perfect balance of function and indulgence. Bright, clean cabinetry enhances storage while keeping the space airy and refined. Every detail was chosen to transform this bathroom into a serene escape for daily comfort and relaxation.

This master bathroom blends timeless design with modern luxury, creating a calm and spa-like retreat. The soft beige wall tiles paired with a natural stone countertop set a soothing foundation, while brushed gold fixtures add a touch of understated elegance. A frameless glass shower with dual shower heads and a relaxing soaking tub provide the perfect balance of function and indulgence. Bright, clean cabinetry enhances storage while keeping the space airy and refined. Every detail was chosen to transform this bathroom into a serene escape for daily comfort and relaxation.

This master bathroom remodel was designed to blend luxury with comfort. The quartz-granite hybrid vanity pairs beautifully with rich wood cabinetry, adding both elegance and durability. A frameless glass shower with full-body jets and mosaic tile accents creates a spa-like retreat, while the freestanding soaking tub provides the perfect place to unwind. Neutral tile floors and soft gray walls balance the design, making the space feel bright, open, and sophisticated.

This master bathroom remodel was designed to blend luxury with comfort. The quartz-granite hybrid vanity pairs beautifully with rich wood cabinetry, adding both elegance and durability. A frameless glass shower with full-body jets and mosaic tile accents creates a spa-like retreat, while the freestanding soaking tub provides the perfect place to unwind. Neutral tile floors and soft gray walls balance the design, making the space feel bright, open, and sophisticated.

This master bathroom blends timeless design with modern luxury, creating a calm and spa-like retreat. The soft beige wall tiles paired with a natural stone countertop set a soothing foundation, while brushed gold fixtures add a touch of understated elegance. A frameless glass shower with dual shower heads and a relaxing soaking tub provide the perfect balance of function and indulgence. Bright, clean cabinetry enhances storage while keeping the space airy and refined. Every detail was chosen to transform this bathroom into a serene escape for daily comfort and relaxation.

This is the tub view showing floor to ceiling wall tile with 2 closet entry doors on either side. Also pictured is the shower entry wall with artwork. This bathroom also features 2 floating vanity areas.

Scott and Janet of Elgin have had four design to build renovations with Advance Design over the last decade. We got the chance to sit down and talk with Janet about her experience working with Advance Design on so many different areas of her home. Starting with her kitchen in 2009, Janet proclaimed, “The reason we kept coming back is because our first [renovation] went so extremely well, exceeding all of my expectations.” Since their kitchen renovation with Advance Design ten years ago, Scott and Janet have also worked with Advance to remodel their master bedroom, their power room, a wet bar, and most recently their master bath. Having renovated practically every major room in the house with the team, we asked Janet what made her experience with Advance Design so special. “We went with Advance Design because we trusted them so much more, their experience, and everything that they brought. We were confident they were giving us what we wanted for the money we were spending.” For their most recent renovation, Scott and Janet clearly knew what to expect going into their master bath renovation. They were familiar with Advance’s step by step design process that epitomizes the “Common Sense Remodeling” philosophy applied in every project Advance creates. After once again experiencing the careful budgeting analysis, the pointed design meetings, and the clear documentation that leads up the a thoroughly managed installation, Janet’s simple summary of their experience is this; “The word I would use to describe the process is – collaboration!” Working closely with Advance Design kitchen designer Michelle Lecinski, together they were able to develop a new master bath design that not only worked with their investment goal, but also made sense for their lifestyle. “Oh Michelle, my designer! I connected with her immediately. She spent time getting to know us, our lifestyle, even the setting of our house.” The threesome had a great experience designing and producing yet another successful project together. When it came to their new project plans, Scott and Janet were interested in creating a relaxing “spa-like” experience in their master bath. One of the many ideas Michelle introduced during the design process was installing a Kohler Alteo series showerhead for a rain-like shower experience. This designer showerhead, mixed with the warm ambiance of the lighting and pebble accent running throughout the shower make for what Janet calls a “luxury spa essence”. From the oversized glass sliding door to the recessed niche for accessories, each special detail was considered and implemented intentionally so as to create the maximumly optimized use of the compact space. Not only was this transformation one of beauty and luxury, but special attention was given to every way possible to provide additional storage to maximize the functionality of the bath area as a whole. Once design was complete and the bath construction project began in their home, making sure everything happened efficiently and on schedule became new priority number one. “Having a project manager made an enormous difference,” Janet said, “It was so worth it to hire professionals that knew exactly what they were doing. Even after all of these years, I wouldn’t change a thing.” “It was a pleasure working together with Janet and Scott to create this beautiful space that will enhance their lives for many years,” says Michelle. “It is so much fun to get to do this job every day, I love that I can have this sort of impact on their lives by doing something for them [Janet & Scott] that comes so naturally to me!” After reviewing the long-term relationship with clients like Scott and Janet, owner Todd Jurs had this to say, “Clients returning and asking us to transform that next area of their home really warms my heart. It reaffirms that every decision to please clients no matter what is always the right choice, and that our honesty and integrity along with the immense collective talent of this team is recognized and appreciated by those who continue to return to us year after year.” He continued to say, “I always say how blessed we truly are to be able to do what we do, and experiences like this one put a smile on my face every time.”

Scott and Janet of Elgin have had four design to build renovations with Advance Design over the last decade. We got the chance to sit down and talk with Janet about her experience working with Advance Design on so many different areas of her home. Starting with her kitchen in 2009, Janet proclaimed, “The reason we kept coming back is because our first [renovation] went so extremely well, exceeding all of my expectations.” Since their kitchen renovation with Advance Design ten years ago, Scott and Janet have also worked with Advance to remodel their master bedroom, their power room, a wet bar, and most recently their master bath. Having renovated practically every major room in the house with the team, we asked Janet what made her experience with Advance Design so special. “We went with Advance Design because we trusted them so much more, their experience, and everything that they brought. We were confident they were giving us what we wanted for the money we were spending.” For their most recent renovation, Scott and Janet clearly knew what to expect going into their master bath renovation. They were familiar with Advance’s step by step design process that epitomizes the “Common Sense Remodeling” philosophy applied in every project Advance creates. After once again experiencing the careful budgeting analysis, the pointed design meetings, and the clear documentation that leads up the a thoroughly managed installation, Janet’s simple summary of their experience is this; “The word I would use to describe the process is – collaboration!” Working closely with Advance Design kitchen designer Michelle Lecinski, together they were able to develop a new master bath design that not only worked with their investment goal, but also made sense for their lifestyle. “Oh Michelle, my designer! I connected with her immediately. She spent time getting to know us, our lifestyle, even the setting of our house.” The threesome had a great experience designing and producing yet another successful project together. When it came to their new project plans, Scott and Janet were interested in creating a relaxing “spa-like” experience in their master bath. One of the many ideas Michelle introduced during the design process was installing a Kohler Alteo series showerhead for a rain-like shower experience. This designer showerhead, mixed with the warm ambiance of the lighting and pebble accent running throughout the shower make for what Janet calls a “luxury spa essence”. From the oversized glass sliding door to the recessed niche for accessories, each special detail was considered and implemented intentionally so as to create the maximumly optimized use of the compact space. Not only was this transformation one of beauty and luxury, but special attention was given to every way possible to provide additional storage to maximize the functionality of the bath area as a whole. Once design was complete and the bath construction project began in their home, making sure everything happened efficiently and on schedule became new priority number one. “Having a project manager made an enormous difference,” Janet said, “It was so worth it to hire professionals that knew exactly what they were doing. Even after all of these years, I wouldn’t change a thing.” “It was a pleasure working together with Janet and Scott to create this beautiful space that will enhance their lives for many years,” says Michelle. “It is so much fun to get to do this job every day, I love that I can have this sort of impact on their lives by doing something for them [Janet & Scott] that comes so naturally to me!” After reviewing the long-term relationship with clients like Scott and Janet, owner Todd Jurs had this to say, “Clients returning and asking us to transform that next area of their home really warms my heart. It reaffirms that every decision to please clients no matter what is always the right choice, and that our honesty and integrity along with the immense collective talent of this team is recognized and appreciated by those who continue to return to us year after year.” He continued to say, “I always say how blessed we truly are to be able to do what we do, and experiences like this one put a smile on my face every time.”

This master bathroom remodel was designed to blend luxury with comfort. The quartz-granite hybrid vanity pairs beautifully with rich wood cabinetry, adding both elegance and durability. A frameless glass shower with full-body jets and mosaic tile accents creates a spa-like retreat, while the freestanding soaking tub provides the perfect place to unwind. Neutral tile floors and soft gray walls balance the design, making the space feel bright, open, and sophisticated.

This master bathroom blends timeless design with modern luxury, creating a calm and spa-like retreat. The soft beige wall tiles paired with a natural stone countertop set a soothing foundation, while brushed gold fixtures add a touch of understated elegance. A frameless glass shower with dual shower heads and a relaxing soaking tub provide the perfect balance of function and indulgence. Bright, clean cabinetry enhances storage while keeping the space airy and refined. Every detail was chosen to transform this bathroom into a serene escape for daily comfort and relaxation.

Scott and Janet of Elgin have had four design to build renovations with Advance Design over the last decade. We got the chance to sit down and talk with Janet about her experience working with Advance Design on so many different areas of her home. Starting with her kitchen in 2009, Janet proclaimed, “The reason we kept coming back is because our first [renovation] went so extremely well, exceeding all of my expectations.” Since their kitchen renovation with Advance Design ten years ago, Scott and Janet have also worked with Advance to remodel their master bedroom, their power room, a wet bar, and most recently their master bath. Having renovated practically every major room in the house with the team, we asked Janet what made her experience with Advance Design so special. “We went with Advance Design because we trusted them so much more, their experience, and everything that they brought. We were confident they were giving us what we wanted for the money we were spending.” For their most recent renovation, Scott and Janet clearly knew what to expect going into their master bath renovation. They were familiar with Advance’s step by step design process that epitomizes the “Common Sense Remodeling” philosophy applied in every project Advance creates. After once again experiencing the careful budgeting analysis, the pointed design meetings, and the clear documentation that leads up the a thoroughly managed installation, Janet’s simple summary of their experience is this; “The word I would use to describe the process is – collaboration!” Working closely with Advance Design kitchen designer Michelle Lecinski, together they were able to develop a new master bath design that not only worked with their investment goal, but also made sense for their lifestyle. “Oh Michelle, my designer! I connected with her immediately. She spent time getting to know us, our lifestyle, even the setting of our house.” The threesome had a great experience designing and producing yet another successful project together. When it came to their new project plans, Scott and Janet were interested in creating a relaxing “spa-like” experience in their master bath. One of the many ideas Michelle introduced during the design process was installing a Kohler Alteo series showerhead for a rain-like shower experience. This designer showerhead, mixed with the warm ambiance of the lighting and pebble accent running throughout the shower make for what Janet calls a “luxury spa essence”. From the oversized glass sliding door to the recessed niche for accessories, each special detail was considered and implemented intentionally so as to create the maximumly optimized use of the compact space. Not only was this transformation one of beauty and luxury, but special attention was given to every way possible to provide additional storage to maximize the functionality of the bath area as a whole. Once design was complete and the bath construction project began in their home, making sure everything happened efficiently and on schedule became new priority number one. “Having a project manager made an enormous difference,” Janet said, “It was so worth it to hire professionals that knew exactly what they were doing. Even after all of these years, I wouldn’t change a thing.” “It was a pleasure working together with Janet and Scott to create this beautiful space that will enhance their lives for many years,” says Michelle. “It is so much fun to get to do this job every day, I love that I can have this sort of impact on their lives by doing something for them [Janet & Scott] that comes so naturally to me!” After reviewing the long-term relationship with clients like Scott and Janet, owner Todd Jurs had this to say, “Clients returning and asking us to transform that next area of their home really warms my heart. It reaffirms that every decision to please clients no matter what is always the right choice, and that our honesty and integrity along with the immense collective talent of this team is recognized and appreciated by those who continue to return to us year after year.” He continued to say, “I always say how blessed we truly are to be able to do what we do, and experiences like this one put a smile on my face every time.”