Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW A tired primary bathroom, with varying ceiling heights and a beige-on-beige color scheme, was screaming for love. Squaring the room and adding natural materials erased the memory of the lack luster space and converted it to a bright and welcoming spa oasis. The home was a new build in 2005 and it looked like all the builder’s material choices remained. The client was clear on their design direction but were challenged by the differing ceiling heights and were looking to hire a design-build firm that could resolve that issue. This local Glen Ellyn couple found us on Instagram (@kitchenstudioge, follow us ?). They loved our designs and felt like we fit their style. They requested a full primary bath renovation to include a large shower, soaking tub, double vanity with storage options, and heated floors. The wife also really wanted a separate make-up vanity. The biggest challenge presented to us was to architecturally marry the various ceiling heights and deliver a streamlined design. The existing layout worked well for the couple, so we kept everything in place, except we enlarged the shower and replaced the built-in tub with a lovely free-standing model. We also added a sitting make-up vanity. We were able to eliminate the awkward ceiling lines by extending all the walls to the highest level. Then, to accommodate the sprinklers and HVAC, lowered the ceiling height over the entrance and shower area which then opens to the 2-story vanity and tub area. Very dramatic! This high-end home deserved high-end fixtures. The homeowners also quickly realized they loved the look of natural marble and wanted to use as much of it as possible in their new bath. They chose a marble slab from the stone yard for the countertops and back splash, and we found complimentary marble tile for the shower. The homeowners also liked the idea of mixing metals in their new posh bathroom and loved the look of black, gold, and chrome. Although our clients were very clear on their style, they were having a difficult time pulling it all together and envisioning the final product. As interior designers it is our job to translate and elevate our clients’ ideas into a deliverable design. We presented the homeowners with mood boards and 3D renderings of our modern, clean, white marble design. Since the color scheme was relatively neutral, at the homeowner’s request, we decided to add of interest with the patterns and shapes in the room. We were first inspired by the shower floor tile with its circular/linear motif. We designed the cabinetry, floor and wall tiles, mirrors, cabinet pulls, and wainscoting to have a square or rectangular shape, and then to create interest we added perfectly placed circles to contrast with the rectangular shapes. The globe shaped chandelier against the square wall trim is a delightful yet subtle juxtaposition. The clients were overjoyed with our interpretation of their vision and impressed with the level of detail we brought to the project. It’s one thing to know how you want a space to look, but it takes a special set of skills to create the design and see it thorough to implementation. Could hiring The Kitchen Studio be the first step to making your home dreams come to life?

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Example of a mid-sized transitional dark wood floor and brown floor dining room design in Minneapolis with gray walls and no fireplace

This cozy lake cottage skillfully incorporates a number of features that would normally be restricted to a larger home design. A glance of the exterior reveals a simple story and a half gable running the length of the home, enveloping the majority of the interior spaces. To the rear, a pair of gables with copper roofing flanks a covered dining area that connects to a screened porch. Inside, a linear foyer reveals a generous staircase with cascading landing. Further back, a centrally placed kitchen is connected to all of the other main level entertaining spaces through expansive cased openings. A private study serves as the perfect buffer between the homes master suite and living room. Despite its small footprint, the master suite manages to incorporate several closets, built-ins, and adjacent master bath complete with a soaker tub flanked by separate enclosures for shower and water closet. Upstairs, a generous double vanity bathroom is shared by a bunkroom, exercise space, and private bedroom. The bunkroom is configured to provide sleeping accommodations for up to 4 people. The rear facing exercise has great views of the rear yard through a set of windows that overlook the copper roof of the screened porch below. Builder: DeVries & Onderlinde Builders Interior Designer: Vision Interiors by Visbeen Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography

Shiflet Group Architects Photographer Nick Johnson
Inspiration for a cottage dining room remodel in Austin

Dining room - transitional dark wood floor dining room idea in Louisville with blue walls

Casey Dunn
Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized contemporary l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen idea in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a 1960s open concept living room remodel in Los Angeles with white walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

Living Room that is simple, contemporary and designed for a family to live in.
Transitional open concept light wood floor and beige floor family room photo in Salt Lake City with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

GENEVA CABINET COMPANY, LLC., Lake Geneva, WI., -What better way to reflect your lake location than with a splash of blue. This kitchen pairs the bold Naval finish from Shiloh Cabinetry with a bright rim of Polar White Upper cabinets. All is balanced with the warmth of their Maple Gunstock finish on the wine/beverage bar and the subtle texture of Shiplap walls.

Photo Credit: Martin King Photography Kittrell & Associates Interior Design - Corona del Mar, CA Mr. Cabinet Care - cabinets Stone & Ceramic Surfaces - porcelain flooring Lorts - counter stools Appliances: GE Monogram refrigerator, GE Monogram gas range top, GE Advanteum microwave, GE Monogram wall oven. Faucet: Brizo faucet Sink: Mirabelle stainless sink Countertops: Cambria countertops

photo: scott hargis
Example of a mid-sized trendy u-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor kitchen design in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, white walls, an island and metallic backsplash

The arabesque tile on the backsplash with gray grout pairs with the leathered granite well and creates a bit of eclecticness to the overall vintage look. Photography by Josh Vick

Who wouldn't love to wake up to this coffee bar that is both warm and inviting! The walnut floating shelves are a great way to display all your glassware, cups and accessories.

Example of a farmhouse attached two-car garage design in New York

Photography: Werner Straube
Mid-sized transitional formal brown floor and dark wood floor living room photo in Chicago with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Example of a tuscan light wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Photo by Emily Jackson of Ivory Lane.
Inspiration for a contemporary laundry room remodel in New York

Stacey Van Berkel
Example of a classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen design in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

A showcase in transitional style; traditionally rustic elements (ceiling beams, stacked stone wall) is paired with modern art, crisp accent tile on wine bar, and a unique mix of upholstered furnishings.