KitchenLab Interiors’ first, entirely new construction project in collaboration with GTH architects who designed the residence. KLI was responsible for all interior finishes, fixtures, furnishings, and design including the stairs, casework, interior doors, moldings and millwork. KLI also worked with the client on selecting the roof, exterior stucco and paint colors, stone, windows, and doors. The homeowners had purchased the existing home on a lakefront lot of the Valley Lo community in Glenview, thinking that it would be a gut renovation, but when they discovered a host of issues including mold, they decided to tear it down and start from scratch. The minute you look out the living room windows, you feel as though you're on a lakeside vacation in Wisconsin or Michigan. We wanted to help the homeowners achieve this feeling throughout the house - merging the causal vibe of a vacation home with the elegance desired for a primary residence. This project is unique and personal in many ways - Rebekah and the homeowner, Lorie, had grown up together in a small suburb of Columbus, Ohio. Lorie had been Rebekah's babysitter and was like an older sister growing up. They were both heavily influenced by the style of the late 70's and early 80's boho/hippy meets disco and 80's glam, and both credit their moms for an early interest in anything related to art, design, and style. One of the biggest challenges of doing a new construction project is that it takes so much longer to plan and execute and by the time tile and lighting is installed, you might be bored by the selections of feel like you've seen them everywhere already. “I really tried to pull myself, our team and the client away from the echo-chamber of Pinterest and Instagram. We fell in love with counter stools 3 years ago that I couldn't bring myself to pull the trigger on, thank god, because then they started showing up literally everywhere", Rebekah recalls. Lots of one of a kind vintage rugs and furnishings make the home feel less brand-spanking new. The best projects come from a team slightly outside their comfort zone. One of the funniest things Lorie says to Rebekah, "I gave you everything you wanted", which is pretty hilarious coming from a client to a designer.

This couple wanted to retain the character of their existing Craftsman kitchen, while joining their kitchen and dining room by removing a non-load-bearing wall. The bead board ceiling was retained and minimal changes were made to the existing footprint. Lost cabinetry was replaced through careful design and coordination with cabinet maker Gary Frederickson. Designed by Greg Schmidt. Photos by Greg Schmidt.

In this master bath renovation, we replaced the existing shower/tub area with a new tub and tub deck which created more room which allowed us to widen the shower to incorporate a bench seat. On the tub deck we installed a radius front edge accent. The tile used in the shower is Pietra Di Borgogna Terre 12x24 with Bliss Linear in Bamboo Accent. On the shower floor we installed Island Stone Level Pebble Mosaic Tile. A 3/8” Clear Glass Shower door with Glass Panels were installed to create a more spacious showering area. The handshower is Kohler’s Bancroft Hand shower with slide bar in Oiled Rubbed Bronze. The existing cabinets were updated with a Cambria Windermere Quartz countertop and 2 rectangle undermount white sinks accented with Kohler’s Devonshire faucets in Oiled Rubbed Bronze. On the main floor, we installed a wood inspired tile floor from Arbor House in Ebony Wood.

Dan Dipinto
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless galley ceramic tile eat-in kitchen remodel in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, black appliances and an island

Updated the existing cabinetry with new Cambria Bradshaw quartz with waterfall edge, Kohler Langlade sink in Almond with Oil rubbed Bronze faucet and hardware, durango cream tumbled stone backsplash.

Example of a classic freestanding bathtub design in Sacramento with an integrated sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface countertops and a one-piece toilet

Inspiration for a mid-sized farmhouse l-shaped porcelain tile and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and gray countertops

Updated the existing cabinetry with new Cambria Bradshaw quartz with waterfall edge, Kohler Langlade sink in Almond with Oil rubbed Bronze faucet and hardware, durango cream tumbled stone backsplash.

Updated the existing cabinetry with new Cambria Bradshaw quartz with waterfall edge, Kohler Langlade sink in Almond with Oil rubbed Bronze faucet and hardware, durango cream tumbled stone backsplash.

Handcrafted pool addition to an existing home. Beautiful douglas fir timber finished with a natural oil.
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Updated the existing cabinetry with new Cambria Bradshaw quartz with waterfall edge, Kohler Langlade sink in Almond with Oil rubbed Bronze faucet and hardware, durango cream tumbled stone backsplash.

Updated the existing cabinetry with new Cambria Bradshaw quartz with waterfall edge, Kohler Langlade sink in Almond with Oil rubbed Bronze faucet and hardware, durango cream tumbled stone backsplash.

Mary Parker Architectural Photography
Mid-sized elegant l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

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The kitchen in this 1950’s home needed a complete overhaul. It was dark, outdated and inefficient. The homeowners wanted to give the space a modern feel without losing the 50’s vibe that is consistent throughout the rest of the home. The homeowner’s needs included: - Working within a fixed space, though reconfiguring or moving walls was okay - Incorporating work space for two chefs - Creating a mudroom - Maintaining the existing laundry chute - A concealed trash receptacle The new kitchen makes use of every inch of space. To maximize counter and cabinet space, we closed in a second exit door and removed a wall between the kitchen and family room. This allowed us to create two L shaped workspaces and an eat-in bar space. A new mudroom entrance was gained by capturing space from an existing closet next to the main exit door. The industrial lighting fixtures and wrought iron hardware bring a modern touch to this retro space. Inset doors on cabinets and beadboard details replicate details found throughout the rest of this 50’s era house.

Steam Showers Inc. The Ariel Platinum DZ972F8 Steam Shower is retrofit and designed to fit the space of a standard bathtub. After installing the DZ972F8, you will no longer have a tub, but you'll have a modern, sleek steam shower with all of the bells and whistles. Welcome the health benefits and relaxing effects of steam into your daily life. Shower while listening to music from the FM radio, infuse calming scents with the aromatherapy system and allow the 20 acupressure massage jets to massage your muscles from thesides of the shower. This is a two person unit and comes with two removable wooden stools. Have the ultimate showering experience at your fingertips without the expensive upgrades a custom steam shower would require. DZ972F8 Dimensions: 59" x 32" x 87.4" ETL listed (US & Canada electrical safety) 220v Steam Sauna (6KW Generator) Cleaning Function Acupuncture Massage Dual Overhead Rainfall Ceiling Handheld Showerhead 20 Body Massage Jets Chromatherapy Lighting Computer Control Panel With Timer FM Radio 2 Stools Wooden Floorboard Aromatherapy System (Oils not Included) Ventilation Fan Drain with Trap Included Retrofit (Standard Bathtub Size)