Large master bath features a great drop-in soaker tub with a gorgeous deck using Caesarstone Raven Quartz. The tub skirt and shower wall are both covered with 12 x 24 porcelain tile in a Smoke Brown color for a very contemporary look. Following the contempo look, the edges on the tub deck and the shower seat are both inverted at a 50 degree angle...a newer, contemporary look. The master bath flooring is the same as the shower walls, 12 x 24 porcelain tile in Smoke Brown. The shower floor is also the same stone as the walls, in a smaller, mosaic pattern and polished - again for the contempo look. Nice, very nice.

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Kitchen - mid-sized traditional kitchen idea in Los Angeles

The built-in desk features storage for the client's Mackenzie-Childs pottery, LED lighting, a fabric covered display board, and a pull-out cabinet to store a hidden printer. This kitchen won first place in the 2014 NKBA Northern New England kitchen design awards (large kitchen remodel). by Pennville Custom Cabinetry. Photo by Joseph St. Pierre

White painted perimeter cabinets keeps the space bright. The dark stained island provides contrast and additional seating and storage. A faux-finished range hood is a focal point.

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Having a space for their teenage kids to hang out after school, study and interact with Mom & Dad was at the top of the list for this remodel. The 1928 home, sits in a lovely Glen Ellyn neighborhood, near downtown and near all the action of the local high school and lake. It’s was a great house with great bones but the kitchen was in need of some TLC. The remodel project had been a long time coming, and since both the homeowners work from home, they had been nervous about disrupting their bustling daily schedules to get the project in motion. Once we had a plan in place, we dug in and got to work. The first step was to remove a non-load bearing wall between the kitchen and dining room. We then reworked the space a bit, eliminating a redundant passage way to the hall, and reworking a closet to allow for a large galley style kitchen and small bar area open to the dining room. The new kitchen has a small peninsula for the family to have casual meals and for the kids to hang out after school. A window was eliminated to give more space for cabinetry and storage, and another window was made larger to allow for a grander view into the backyard. We decided upon a layered approach to this space to provide character appropriate to the older home. White painted cabinetry provides a backdrop for interesting touches such as gray herringbone tile, a reeded farmhouse sink and bronze hardware and lighting. The bar has its own unique look featuring gray cabinetry with a patterned cement tile backsplash and walnut top. A bar fridge, glass cabinets and baskets for tucking away homework give this little multi-functional area loads of character. A miniature mudroom area was also added to the dining room so that the new space can be kept neat and tidy. The stylish result looks both appropriate to the 1928 home and provides loads of functionality for this active family that can now take advantage of every square inch their home. 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

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Having a space for their teenage kids to hang out after school, study and interact with Mom & Dad was at the top of the list for this remodel. The 1928 home, sits in a lovely Glen Ellyn neighborhood, near downtown and near all the action of the local high school and lake. It’s was a great house with great bones but the kitchen was in need of some TLC. The remodel project had been a long time coming, and since both the homeowners work from home, they had been nervous about disrupting their bustling daily schedules to get the project in motion. Once we had a plan in place, we dug in and got to work. The first step was to remove a non-load bearing wall between the kitchen and dining room. We then reworked the space a bit, eliminating a redundant passage way to the hall, and reworking a closet to allow for a large galley style kitchen and small bar area open to the dining room. The new kitchen has a small peninsula for the family to have casual meals and for the kids to hang out after school. A window was eliminated to give more space for cabinetry and storage, and another window was made larger to allow for a grander view into the backyard. We decided upon a layered approach to this space to provide character appropriate to the older home. White painted cabinetry provides a backdrop for interesting touches such as gray herringbone tile, a reeded farmhouse sink and bronze hardware and lighting. The bar has its own unique look featuring gray cabinetry with a patterned cement tile backsplash and walnut top. A bar fridge, glass cabinets and baskets for tucking away homework give this little multi-functional area loads of character. A miniature mudroom area was also added to the dining room so that the new space can be kept neat and tidy. The stylish result looks both appropriate to the 1928 home and provides loads of functionality for this active family that can now take advantage of every square inch their home. 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

Kitchen Perimeter Cabinetry to be Brookhaven I; Door style to be Vista Plastic; Finish to be Vertical Boardwalk High Pressured laminate; Interior to be White Vinyl; Hardware to be Inset Integrated Hardware from Brookhaven. Kitchen Refrigerator Oven Wall Cabinetry to be Brookhaven I; Door style to be Vista Veneer; Finish to be Java on Cherry; Interior to be White Vinyl; Hardware to be Inset Integrated Hardware from Brookhaven. Kitchen Island Cabinetry to be Brookhaven I; Door style to be Vista Plastic; Finish to be Vertical Gulf Shores High Pressured laminate; Interior to be White Vinyl; Hardware to be Inset Integrated Hardware from Brookhaven. NOTE: Where Back painted glass is noted, finish is to be Matte White. Kitchen Perimeter and Oven Wall countertops to be 3cm Caesarstone London Grey with 1 UM sink cut outs, eased edge and no backsplash. Kitchen Island countertop to be 3cm Caesarstone Raven with 1 UM sink cut outs, eased edge and no backsplash.

WATCH the time lapse video of this kitchen remodel: https://youtu.be/caemXXlauLU   Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This Glen Ellyn homeowner came to us, frustrated with the layout and size of their current kitchen, looking for help generating ideas for how to maximize functionality within the constraints of the space. After visiting with them and seeing the home’s layout, I realized that looking at the bigger picture of how they used the entire first floor might bring us some dramatic solutions. We ended up flipping the kitchen and family room and taking down the wall separating the two creating one big open floor plan for the family to enjoy. There is still a visual separation between the rooms because of their different lengths and the overall space now relates nicely to the dining room which was also opened up to both rooms. The new kitchen is an L-shaped space that is no longer cramped and small and is truly a cook’s dream. The fridge is on one end, a large cooktop and sink are located along the main perimeter and double ovens located at the end of the “L” complete the layout. Ample work surface along the perimeter and on the large island makes entertaining a breeze. An existing door to the patio remains, floods the room with light and provides easy access to the existing outdoor deck for entertaining and grilling. White cabinetry with quartz countertops, Carrera marble backsplash tile and a contrasting gray island give the space a clean and modern feel. The gray pendant lights and stainless appliances bring a slight industrial feel to the space letting you know that some serious cooking will take place here. Once we had their Dream Kitchen design completed, the homeowners decided to tackle another project at the same time. We made plans to create a master suite upstairs by combining two existing bedrooms into a larger bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet. The existing spaces were not overly large so getting everything on the wish list into the design was a challenge. In the end, we came up with a design that works. The two bedrooms were adjoined, one wall moved back slightly to make for a slightly larger bedroom, and the remaining space was allotted to the new bathroom and a walk in closet. The bathroom consists of a double vanity and a large shower with a barn door shower door. A skylight brings light into the space and helps make it feel larger and more open. The new walk-in closet is accessible through the bathroom, and we even managed to fit in a small entry vestibule that houses some additional storage and makes a nice transition from the hallway. A white vanity, Carrera tops and gray floor tile make for a serene space that feels just right for this home. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

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Trendy u-shaped eat-in kitchen photo in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, black backsplash, paneled appliances and a peninsula

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This project was featured on an episode of TV show "House Hunters Renovation". Kitchen Studio Designer, Susan Klimala, was brought in to help homeowners design their dream kitchen. Lindsay's style was more vintage and Tyler's more streamlined, so the challenge was trying to get something that worked well for both of them. There were many construction challenges along the way, but the end result is beautiful! Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Dawn Jackman For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

This guest bathroom has the same Caesarstone Raven Quartz countertop with nuvo, inverted edge, as found in the master bathroom, along with a durable and great looking porcelain tile floor. A 12 x 24 Cream Porcelain tile is used for the shower walls (see reflection in mirror) and the floor.

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Having a space for their teenage kids to hang out after school, study and interact with Mom & Dad was at the top of the list for this remodel. The 1928 home, sits in a lovely Glen Ellyn neighborhood, near downtown and near all the action of the local high school and lake. It’s was a great house with great bones but the kitchen was in need of some TLC. The remodel project had been a long time coming, and since both the homeowners work from home, they had been nervous about disrupting their bustling daily schedules to get the project in motion. Once we had a plan in place, we dug in and got to work. The first step was to remove a non-load bearing wall between the kitchen and dining room. We then reworked the space a bit, eliminating a redundant passage way to the hall, and reworking a closet to allow for a large galley style kitchen and small bar area open to the dining room. The new kitchen has a small peninsula for the family to have casual meals and for the kids to hang out after school. A window was eliminated to give more space for cabinetry and storage, and another window was made larger to allow for a grander view into the backyard. We decided upon a layered approach to this space to provide character appropriate to the older home. White painted cabinetry provides a backdrop for interesting touches such as gray herringbone tile, a reeded farmhouse sink and bronze hardware and lighting. The bar has its own unique look featuring gray cabinetry with a patterned cement tile backsplash and walnut top. A bar fridge, glass cabinets and baskets for tucking away homework give this little multi-functional area loads of character. A miniature mudroom area was also added to the dining room so that the new space can be kept neat and tidy. The stylish result looks both appropriate to the 1928 home and provides loads of functionality for this active family that can now take advantage of every square inch their home. 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

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Large trendy l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen photo in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Having a space for their teenage kids to hang out after school, study and interact with Mom & Dad was at the top of the list for this remodel. The 1928 home, sits in a lovely Glen Ellyn neighborhood, near downtown and near all the action of the local high school and lake. It’s was a great house with great bones but the kitchen was in need of some TLC. The remodel project had been a long time coming, and since both the homeowners work from home, they had been nervous about disrupting their bustling daily schedules to get the project in motion. Once we had a plan in place, we dug in and got to work. The first step was to remove a non-load bearing wall between the kitchen and dining room. We then reworked the space a bit, eliminating a redundant passage way to the hall, and reworking a closet to allow for a large galley style kitchen and small bar area open to the dining room. The new kitchen has a small peninsula for the family to have casual meals and for the kids to hang out after school. A window was eliminated to give more space for cabinetry and storage, and another window was made larger to allow for a grander view into the backyard. We decided upon a layered approach to this space to provide character appropriate to the older home. White painted cabinetry provides a backdrop for interesting touches such as gray herringbone tile, a reeded farmhouse sink and bronze hardware and lighting. The bar has its own unique look featuring gray cabinetry with a patterned cement tile backsplash and walnut top. A bar fridge, glass cabinets and baskets for tucking away homework give this little multi-functional area loads of character. A miniature mudroom area was also added to the dining room so that the new space can be kept neat and tidy. The stylish result looks both appropriate to the 1928 home and provides loads of functionality for this active family that can now take advantage of every square inch their home. 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

This Raven Caesarstone countertop sets the stage for fun in this Scottsdale home's unique ice cream counter. The edge detail is a cove with an offset bullnose finish. The classic charcoal, combined with the home's traditional white walls and accents is the perfect backdrop for a fun, colorful space.

Another look at the master bathroom. The drop-in tub is completed with a Caesarstone Raven Quartz deck, with 12 x 24 porcelain tile surrounding the tub, in Smoke Brown. The Smoke Brown porcelain tile is seen on the bathroom floor and the Raven Quartz from the tub deck is repeated for the shower seat.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

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Kitchen - transitional kitchen idea in Toronto

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, paneled appliances and an island