In this new addition on a Southern RI home, this spacious kitchen features Fieldstone cabinetry and an old world style island. Designed by Christina Weijlard of our Warwick, RI gallery.

Photo by Nina Pomeroy Photography
Example of a transitional bathroom design in New York

Laundry rooms and mudrooms can be a headache for many homeowners. They are usually cramped with poor functionality and little storage space. Joe and Kristin suffered all those aches and more, as their laundry room lacked clothing storage. Shoes were crammed in every corner. There was nowhere to fold clothes without taking them to the kitchen. They were ready for a complete laundry room remodel project. Joe and Kristin interviewed several local remodeling companies but didn’t connect with anyone who could understand their vision. During the summer, when they were attending their son’s race venue, they noticed fellow kart racers Todd and Christine Jurs’ sponsor banner for their remodeling company, Advance Design Studio. Immediately they were thrilled that they knew someone they trusted who could handle the renovation. “We wanted someone that we actually knew, who has a little bit more invested than an outside person that we don’t have any ties to,” Kristin said. Project Designer Nicole Ryan came to their home in Warrenville for the initial consultation. Kristin, an avid HGTV viewer, brought her ideas to Nicole. Throughout the design process, they worked together designing the space, selecting materials, and choosing colors. Nicole made sure to incorporate Kristin’s must-haves into the finished laundry room remodel. “It was really easy. Nicole made the transition very easy,” Kristin said of Nicole’s work in the design phase of the project. With the materials selected and the drawings finalized, it was time to begin construction. Kristin and Joe were impressed with how quickly and cleanly this phase went. “Everyone that came in was very respectful, very neat, and that was a big part for me because I didn’t want dust going through the rest of my house,” Kristin said. The new combination mudroom/laundry room is everything Kristin and Joe hoped. There is plenty of storage, three pull-out laundry hampers for presorting laundry, a large central island for folding clothes, a designated bar to hang dry, and even a unique rotating shoe rack to keep shoes from cluttering the space. “My rotating shoe rack,” Kristin said when asked what her favorite part of her new laundry room was. “We have four kids. We have a lot of shoes and sporting events. So it makes sense to have all that space for shoes.” The center island has an exceptional feature as well. It has wheels. Kristin wanted to be able to move the island out of the way for different functions in the room. An island with wheels can be placed wherever needed in the space. The two existing closets were reconfigured with built-in closet storage systems to make them more functional than before with shelves for baskets holding gloves and hats, umbrellas, and coats. “They love it,” Project Designer Nicole Ryan said. “They had a vision of how they wanted the space to function but didn’t know exactly how to get it there. My design took all their needs and used the most efficient products to get them the desired outcome. Tons of function, while still looking beautiful!” The “White” Hudson Panel Dura Supreme cabinetry on the perimeter brightens the space and contrasts the popular blue “Gale Force” Dura Supreme cabinetry of the rolling island. The black and white encaustic design porcelain tile backsplash adds visual interest to the room above the white quartz countertops. Additionally, an oil-rubbed bronze bar for hanging clothes is conveniently located above the washer/dryer, and a stainless-steel under-mount sink with a matching Kohler faucet offers perfect functionality. “I would definitely recommend Advance Design; they’ve been wonderful. They were so helpful. Any little changes we had, they were able to accommodate,” Kristin said.

Small beach style master gray tile and stone tile ceramic tile, single-sink and shiplap wall alcove bathtub photo in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, white countertops, a niche and a built-in vanity

Donovan Roberts Witmer
Home design - rustic home design idea in Philadelphia

This small kitchen received a big makeover when the room was gutted. The old cabinets were replaced with shaker style full overlay cabinets from Medallion Cabinetry in a white painted finish. Taking the cabinets to the ceiling with crown molding draws the eye up to make the room feel brighter. The BlueStar range and soapstone countertops are a chef's dream, and hidden accessories like roll-out trays, super-susans, and cutlery dividers make meal prep simple. Matt Villano Photography

Create a one of a kind look with a circular porthole near your kitchen. Supa Doors are built to order, allowing for custom designs, and sizing, and carry a limited lifetime warranty. Built in Texas. See some of the other ideabooks by Supa Doors for ideas

Brass pull knobs against dark wood.
Bedroom - coastal bedroom idea in Miami

Heidi Lynne Photography
Elegant kitchen photo in Philadelphia

Inspiration for a coastal bedroom remodel in Orange County

Upon meeting the homeowners of this Nazareth remodel, we quickly realized this was not their first rodeo when it came to kitchen renovations. The project started with a very orange oak kitchen with an awkward layout that did not work for their family. The new u-shaped layout keeps everything needed for preparing daily meals within arms reach, while a central island serves as a landing space and buffet for family gatherings. Undercabinet lighting highlights the gorgeous Fireclay Tile backsplash and Bianco Rafaele marble, while Kichler pendants illuminate the island. The wall was extended at the end of the sink run to allow us to create a small office nook, perfect for typing a quick email or looking up a recipe, and an adjacent bar area allows guests to concoct their own drinks, away from the food prep. Matt Villano Photography

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This client came to us in a bit of a panic when she realized that she really wanted her bathroom to be updated by March 1st due to having 2 daughters getting married in the spring and one graduating. We were only about 5 months out from that date, but decided we were up for the challenge. The beautiful historical home was built in 1896 by an ornithologist (bird expert), so we took our cues from that as a starting point. The flooring is a vintage basket weave of marble and limestone, the shower walls of the tub shower conversion are clad in subway tile with a vintage feel. The lighting, mirror and plumbing fixtures all have a vintage vibe that feels both fitting and up to date. To give a little of an eclectic feel, we chose a custom green paint color for the linen cabinet, mushroom paint for the ship lap paneling that clads the walls and selected a vintage mirror that ties in the color from the existing door trim. We utilized some antique trim from the home for the wainscot cap for more vintage flavor. The drama in the bathroom comes from the wallpaper and custom shower curtain, both in William Morris’s iconic “Strawberry Thief” print that tells the story of thrushes stealing fruit, so fitting for the home’s history. There is a lot of this pattern in a very small space, so we were careful to make sure the pattern on the wallpaper and shower curtain aligned. A sweet little bird tie back for the shower curtain completes the story... Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Designed By: Robby & Lisa Griffin Photos By: Desired Photo
Example of a mid-sized classic master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and beige floor alcove bathtub design in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Photography by Bob Narod.
Huge transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in DC Metro with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, gray cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Mid-sized beach style guest medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom photo in Minneapolis with purple walls and no fireplace

Huge elegant l-shaped travertine floor eat-in kitchen photo with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

KMB Photography
Living room - mid-sized traditional formal and enclosed light wood floor living room idea in Bridgeport with beige walls

There's always room for more storage regardless of what room we are talking about, and the bathroom is no exception. If you've maxed out your linen closet and cabinet space, it's time to add bathroom hooks. While they're mainly designed for towels, these compact storage solutions are perfect for keeping your family’s towels and bathrobes tidy and easy to access. We carry a wide range of bathroom hooks so you can find the design, color, and style that matches your bathroom. Choose your favorite finish, including polished chrome, polished gold, black, and more, and then decide on what shape and style best fits your space. We have basic round hooks and modern square hooks. We even offer double hooks, triple hooks and more, to give you the storage you need without adding an extra installation step.

Bathroom - small contemporary 3/4 blue tile and ceramic tile vinyl floor and single-sink bathroom idea in Jacksonville with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a vessel sink, wood countertops and a floating vanity