The condo received a new laundry room. The laundry room area that is roughly 3 feet by 3 feet was taken from 1 of the primary bedroom walk in closets. As you will see in the photos the water piping had to be updated per HOA home owners association rules and city of Chicago code. The dryer uses an integral lint and dryer connection due the 240 amp connection. The 2 bathrooms adjacent to the area where the laundry was added required the walls to be opened to allow for water and waste piping to be replaced and added for the new laundry water and waste connections. The laundry requires proper lighting and switches as per code in Chicago. Door and frame install and new laundry cabinet was added in the area that is east of the laundry to allow for the users to have a place for their laundry goods.

Western Red Cedar siding
Example of a mid-sized minimalist two-story wood exterior home design in San Diego

Stylish kitchen update featuring quartz countertops, custom cabinet with integrated wine rack, walnut butcher block bar and t&g paneling.
Open concept kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Red Oak newel post with shadow cap
Staircase - mid-sized modern wooden straight mixed material railing staircase idea in Portland with wooden risers

In this Danbury home, we updated the space by installing new railing, posts, balusters and tread covers
Staircase - large traditional wooden l-shaped wood railing staircase idea in New York with wooden risers

Douglas Fir staircase with vertically cantilevered glass railings
Inspiration for a modern staircase remodel in San Diego

Update your homes curb appeal with this steel wall planter. Your address will reflect a modern style with a hint of nature when colorful succulents are added.

Some spaces, like this bathroom, simply needed a little face lift so we made some changes to personalize the look for our clients. The framed, beveled mirror is actually a recessed medicine cabinet with hidden storage! On either side of the mirror are linear, modern, etched-glass and black metal light fixtures. Marble is seen throughout the home and we added it here as a backsplash. The new faucet compliments the lighting above.

Green roof over entrance
Inspiration for a modern entryway remodel in San Diego

In this Danbury home, we updated the space by installing new railing, posts, balusters and tread covers
Staircase - large traditional wooden l-shaped wood railing staircase idea in New York with wooden risers

This is the standard newel post that comes in any series package.
Elegant staircase photo in Salt Lake City

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary white one-story exterior home remodel in Miami with a shingle roof

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This project started out as a kitchen remodel but ended up as so much more. As the original plan started to take shape, some water damage provided the impetus to remodel a small upstairs hall bath. Once this bath was complete, the homeowners enjoyed the result so much that they decided to set aside the kitchen and complete a large master bath remodel. Once that was completed, we started planning for the kitchen! The original kitchen was just large enough to accommodate an island and a separate pantry but felt a little cramped, especially during the weekends when the couple likes to entertain. The primary goal was to maintain the functionality of the current space, but to add some breathing room as well as to provide a view to the homeowner’s side yard and substantial Hosta garden. The solution was to bump out the space about 10 feet which provided ample room for large pro appliances, a large island for gathering and an upgraded pantry space. It was important to the homeowners to create a space that felt like it belonged in their historic 1866 home. Details such as matching new trim to the existing large custom profiles in the original home and re-purposing an existing door to be used for the new pantry, provided these touches. A large window at the main sink provides that view into the yard and a beautiful focal point for the room. A mix of painted wood and stained cabinetry gives the new kitchen a sense of belonging in the older home, as do the Super White quartzite that has the look of marble, subway tile backsplash, polished nickel lanterns and glass and mirrored doors. The large pantry, filled with custom shelving built to the homeowner’s specifications, stainless steel appliances and the two Galley Workstations – sinks that do double duty as prep space – ensure that not only does the kitchen look great, but also functions in a personalized manner that works perfectly for the occupants. Doing the bump out also allowed the opportunity for a small mudroom and powder room right off the kitchen as well as re-arranging some openings to allow for better traffic flow throughout the entire first floor. The result is a comfortable up-to-date home that feels both steeped in history yet allows for today’s style of living. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Inspiration for a coastal kitchen remodel in Orange County

This project presented unique opportunities that are not often found in residential landscaping. The homeowners were not only restoring their 1840's era farmhouse, a piece of their family’s history, but also enlarging and updating the home for modern living. The landscape designers continued this idea by creating a space that is a modern day interpretation of an 1840s era farm rather then a strict recreation. The resulting design combines elements of farm living from that time, as well as acknowledging the property’s history as a horse farm, with staples of 21st century landscapes such as space for outdoor living, lighting, and newer plant varieties. Guests approach from the main driveway which winds through the property and ends at the main barn. There is secondary gated driveway just for the homeowners. Connected to this main driveway is a narrower gravel lane which leads directly to the residence. The lane passes near fruit trees planted in broken rows to give the illusion that they are the remains of an orchard that once existed on the site. The lane widens at the entrance to the gardens where there is a hitching post built into the fence that surrounds the gardens and a watering trough. The widened section is intended as a place to park a golf cart or, in a nod to the home’s past, tie up horses before entering. The gravel lane passes between two stone pillars and then ends at a square gravel court edged in cobblestones. The gravel court transitions into a wide flagstone walk bordered with yew hedges and lavender leading to the front door. Directly to the right, upon entering the gravel court, is located a gravel and cobblestone edged walk leading to a secondary entrance into the residence. The walk is gated where it connects with the gravel court to close it off so as not to confuse visitors and guests to the main residence and to emphasize the primary entrance. An area for a bench is provided along this walk to encourage stopping to view and enjoy the gardens. On either side of the front door, gravel and cobblestone walks branch off into the garden spaces. The one on the right leads to a flagstone with cobblestone border patio space. Since the home has no designated backyard like most modern suburban homes the outdoor living space had to be placed in what would traditionally be thought of as the front of the house. The patio is separated from the entrance walk by the yew hedge and further enclosed by three Amelanchiers and a variety of plantings including modern cultivars of old fashioned plants such as Itea and Hydrangea. A third entrance, the original front door to the 1840’s era section, connects to the patio from the home’s kitchen, making the space ideal for outdoor dining. The gravel and cobblestone walk branching off to the left of the front door leads to the vegetable and perennial gardens. The idea for the vegetable garden was to recreate the tradition of a kitchen garden which would have been planted close to the residence for easy access. The vegetable garden is surrounded by mixed perennial beds along the inside of the wood picket fence which surrounds the entire garden space. Another area designated for a bench is provided here to encourage stopping and viewing. The home’s original smokehouse, completely restored and used as a garden shed, provides a strong architectural focal point to the vegetable garden. Behind the smokehouse is planted lilacs and other plants to give mass and balance to the corner and help screen the garden from the neighboring subdivision. At the rear corner of the garden a wood arbor was constructed to provide a structure on which to grow grapes or other vines should the homeowners choose to. The landscape and gardens for this restored farmhouse and property are a thoughtfully designed and planned recreation of a historic landscape reinterpreted for modern living. The idea was to give a sense of timelessness when walking through the gardens as if they had been there for years but had possibly been updated and rejuvenated as lifestyles changed. The attention to materials and craftsmanship blend seamlessly with the residence and insure the gardens and landscape remain an integral part of the property. The farm has been in the homeowner’s family for many years and they are thrilled at the results and happy to see respect given to the home’s history and to its meticulous restoration.

Indulge in the serenity of this enchanting blue and cream bedroom, where shabby chic meets rustic charm. The soothing color palette, along with the timeless shiplap walls and ceilings, exposed wooden ceiling beams, and whimsical beaded chandelier, create a truly captivating ambiance. The shabby chic furniture adds a touch of elegance and comfort, while the watercolor painting adds a pop of artistic flair.

This is a classic craftsman look updated. We used maple in a walnut finish instead of the traditional oak to make a classy looking more modern craftsman kitchen. Taking out a wall we opened everything up to an open concept space. The updated wood flooring and new recessed lighting along with the contemporary glass backsplash make this the perfect modern craftsman kitchen.

Inspiration for a timeless bathroom remodel in Minneapolis

Blair Homes, LLC
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless l-shaped porcelain tile and beige floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island