This home had a generous master suite prior to the renovation; however, it was located close to the rest of the bedrooms and baths on the floor. They desired their own separate oasis with more privacy and asked us to design and add a 2nd story addition over the existing 1st floor family room, that would include a master suite with a laundry/gift wrapping room. We added a 2nd story addition without adding to the existing footprint of the home. The addition is entered through a private hallway with a separate spacious laundry room, complete with custom storage cabinetry, sink area, and countertops for folding or wrapping gifts. The bedroom is brimming with details such as custom built-in storage cabinetry with fine trim mouldings, window seats, and a fireplace with fine trim details. The master bathroom was designed with comfort in mind. A custom double vanity and linen tower with mirrored front, quartz countertops and champagne bronze plumbing and lighting fixtures make this room elegant. Water jet cut Calcatta marble tile and glass tile make this walk-in shower with glass window panels a true work of art. And to complete this addition we added a large walk-in closet with separate his and her areas, including built-in dresser storage, a window seat, and a storage island. The finished renovation is their private spa-like place to escape the busyness of life in style and comfort. These delightful homeowners are already talking phase two of renovations with us and we look forward to a longstanding relationship with them.

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  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Lakefront property in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is hard to come by, so when we were hired by this young family with exactly that, we were immediately inspired by not just the unusually large footprint of this 1950’s colonial revival but also the lovely views of the manmade lake it was sited on. The large 5-bedroom home was solidly stuck in the 1980’s, but we saw tons of potential. We started out by updating the existing staircase with a fresh coat of paint and adding new herringbone slate to the entry hall. The powder room off the entryway also got a refresh - new flooring, new cabinets and fixtures. We ran the new slate right through into this space for some consistency. A fun wallpaper and shiplap trim add a welcoming feel and set the tone for the home. Next, we tackled the kitchen. Located away from the rest of the first floor, the kitchen felt a little isolated, so we immediately began planning for how to better connect it to the rest of the first floor. We landed on removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room and designed a modified galley style space with separate cooking and clean up zones. The cooking zone consists of the refrigerator, prep sink and cooktop, along with a nice long run of prep space at the island. The cleanup side of the kitchen consists of the main sink and dishwasher. Both areas are situated so that the user can view the lake during prep work and cleanup! One of the home’s main puzzles was how to incorporate the mudroom and area in front of the patio doors at the back of the house. We already had a breakfast table area, so the space by the patio doors was a bit of a no man’s land. We decided to separate the kitchen proper from what became the new mudroom with a large set of barn doors. That way you can quickly hide any mudroom messes but have easy access to the light coming in through the patio doors as well as the outdoor grilling station. We also love the impact the barn doors add to the overall space. The homeowners’ first words to us were “it’s time to ditch the brown,” so we did! We chose a lovely blue pallet that reflects the home’s location on the lake which is also vibrant yet easy on the eye. Countertops are white quartz, and the natural oak floor works well with the other honey accents. The breakfast table was given a refresh with new chairs, chandelier and window treatments that frame the gorgeous views of the lake out the back. We coordinated the slate mudroom flooring with that used in the home’s main entrance for a consistent feel. The storage area consists of open and closed storage to allow for some clutter control as needed. Next on our “to do” list was revamping the dated brown bar area in the neighboring dining room. We eliminated the clutter by adding some closed cabinets and did some easy updates to help the space feel more current. One snag we ran into here was the discovery of a beam above the existing open shelving that had to be modified with a smaller structural beam to allow for our new design to work. This was an unexpected surprise, but in the end we think it was well worth it! We kept the colors here a bit more muted to blend with the homeowner’s existing furnishings. Open shelving and polished nickel hardware add some simple detail to the new entertainment zone which also looks out onto the lake! Next we tackled the upstairs starting with the homeowner’s son’s bath. The bath originally had both a tub shower and a separate shower, so we decided to swap out the shower for a new laundry area. This freed up some space downstairs in what used to be the mudroom/laundry room and is much more convenient for daily laundry needs. We continued the blue palette here with navy cabinetry and the navy tile in the shower. Porcelain floor tile and chrome fixtures keep maintenance to a minimum while matte black mirrors and lighting add some depth the design. A low maintenance runner adds some warmth underfoot and ties the whole space together. We added a pocket door to the bathroom to minimize interference with the door swings. The left door of the laundry closet is on a 180 degree hinge to allow for easy full access to the machines. Next we tackled the master bath which is an en suite arrangement. The original was typical of the 1980’s with the vanity outside of the bathroom, situated near the master closet. And the brown theme continued here with multiple shades of brown. Our first move was to segment off the bath and the closet from the master bedroom. We created a short hall from the bedroom to the bathroom with his and hers walk-in closets on the left and right as well as a separate toilet closet outside of the main bathroom for privacy and flexibility. The original bathroom had a giant soaking tub with steps (dangerous!) as well as a small shower that did not work well for our homeowner who is 6’3”. With other bathtubs in the home, they decided to eliminate the tub and create an oversized shower which takes up the space where the old tub was located. The double vanity is on the opposite wall and a bench is located under the window for morning conversations and a place to set a couple of towels. The pallet in here is light and airy with a mix of blond wood, creamy porcelain and marble tile, and brass accents. A simple roman shade adds some texture and it’s top-down mechanism allows for light and privacy. This large whole house remodel gave our homeowners not only the ability to maximize the potential of their home but also created a lovely new frame from which to view their fabulous lake views. 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

As a Custom Home Builder Gainesville Georgia, we built this handsome stone and brick exterior two-story, three-car garage home on the lake. We installed hardwoods through out the living areas. This home features a personal office with a splendid outdoor view as well as a separate dining room with exposed beam ceiling. The open concept family room offers a vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace that opens right to the kitchen. The kitchen is designed with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The large master bedroom has a hardwoods flooring and a coffered wood inlaid ceiling along with a sitting area and large master closet with outdoor lighting. The master bath features a stepless shower and separate free standing tub as well as a his and hers vanity. To reach the wonderful outdoor living space, which has stone flooring, wood inlaid ceiling and stone fireplace, the adjacent family room has large sliding retractable doors. For indoor living, the home has a separate living area with built in cabinetry and an exercise room. We are your Gainesville Georgia Home Builder.

inspired spa style sauna, steam shower, whirlpool tub, locker room to an adjacent gym have been very challenging, to capture all amenities that he was inquiring. Space was limited and how build partition walls, created a dilemma to achieve our goals. We had to reconstruct and move bearing posts to gain footsteps for our amazing and rejuvenating spa room. This New Spa was a state of art with a curved tiled bench inside steam room and an Infrared Sauna, soaking whirlpool tub, separate dressing and vanity area just separated from adjacent Gym through pocket doors. New gym with mirrored walls was faced the backyard with a large window. The main room was separated into an entertaining area with large bar and cabinetry, and some built INS facing the backyard. A new French door & window was added to back wall to allow more natural light. Built ins covered with light color natural maple wood tones, we were capturing his nature lifestyle. Through a double glass French door now you enter the state of the art movie theater room. Ceiling star panels, steps row seating, a large screen panel with black velvet curtains has made this space an Icon’s paradise. We have used embedded high quality speakers and surround sound equipped with all new era of projectors, receivers and multiple playing gadgets. The staircase to main level and closet space were redesigned allowing him additional hallway and storage space that he required to have, Intrigued color schemes and fascinating equipment’s has made this basement a place for serenity and excitement

inspired spa style sauna, steam shower, whirlpool tub, locker room to an adjacent gym have been very challenging, to capture all amenities that he was inquiring. Space was limited and how build partition walls, created a dilemma to achieve our goals. We had to reconstruct and move bearing posts to gain footsteps for our amazing and rejuvenating spa room. This New Spa was a state of art with a curved tiled bench inside steam room and an Infrared Sauna, soaking whirlpool tub, separate dressing and vanity area just separated from adjacent Gym through pocket doors. New gym with mirrored walls was faced the backyard with a large window. The main room was separated into an entertaining area with large bar and cabinetry, and some built INS facing the backyard. A new French door & window was added to back wall to allow more natural light. Built ins covered with light color natural maple wood tones, we were capturing his nature lifestyle. Through a double glass French door now you enter the state of the art movie theater room. Ceiling star panels, steps row seating, a large screen panel with black velvet curtains has made this space an Icon’s paradise. We have used embedded high quality speakers and surround sound equipped with all new era of projectors, receivers and multiple playing gadgets. The staircase to main level and closet space were redesigned allowing him additional hallway and storage space that he required to have, Intrigued color schemes and fascinating equipment’s has made this basement a place for serenity and excitement

inspired spa style sauna, steam shower, whirlpool tub, locker room to an adjacent gym have been very challenging, to capture all amenities that he was inquiring. Space was limited and how build partition walls, created a dilemma to achieve our goals. We had to reconstruct and move bearing posts to gain footsteps for our amazing and rejuvenating spa room. This New Spa was a state of art with a curved tiled bench inside steam room and an Infrared Sauna, soaking whirlpool tub, separate dressing and vanity area just separated from adjacent Gym through pocket doors. New gym with mirrored walls was faced the backyard with a large window. The main room was separated into an entertaining area with large bar and cabinetry, and some built INS facing the backyard. A new French door & window was added to back wall to allow more natural light. Built ins covered with light color natural maple wood tones, we were capturing his nature lifestyle. Through a double glass French door now you enter the state of the art movie theater room. Ceiling star panels, steps row seating, a large screen panel with black velvet curtains has made this space an Icon’s paradise. We have used embedded high quality speakers and surround sound equipped with all new era of projectors, receivers and multiple playing gadgets. The staircase to main level and closet space were redesigned allowing him additional hallway and storage space that he required to have, Intrigued color schemes and fascinating equipment’s has made this basement a place for serenity and excitement

inspired spa style sauna, steam shower, whirlpool tub, locker room to an adjacent gym have been very challenging, to capture all amenities that he was inquiring. Space was limited and how build partition walls, created a dilemma to achieve our goals. We had to reconstruct and move bearing posts to gain footsteps for our amazing and rejuvenating spa room. This New Spa was a state of art with a curved tiled bench inside steam room and an Infrared Sauna, soaking whirlpool tub, separate dressing and vanity area just separated from adjacent Gym through pocket doors. New gym with mirrored walls was faced the backyard with a large window. The main room was separated into an entertaining area with large bar and cabinetry, and some built INS facing the backyard. A new French door & window was added to back wall to allow more natural light. Built ins covered with light color natural maple wood tones, we were capturing his nature lifestyle. Through a double glass French door now you enter the state of the art movie theater room. Ceiling star panels, steps row seating, a large screen panel with black velvet curtains has made this space an Icon’s paradise. We have used embedded high quality speakers and surround sound equipped with all new era of projectors, receivers and multiple playing gadgets. The staircase to main level and closet space were redesigned allowing him additional hallway and storage space that he required to have, Intrigued color schemes and fascinating equipment’s has made this basement a place for serenity and excitement

As a Custom Home Builder Gainesville Georgia, we built this handsome stone and brick exterior two-story, three-car garage home on the lake. We installed hardwoods through out the living areas. This home features a personal office with a splendid outdoor view as well as a separate dining room with exposed beam ceiling. The open concept family room offers a vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace that opens right to the kitchen. The kitchen is designed with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The large master bedroom has a hardwoods flooring and a coffered wood inlaid ceiling along with a sitting area and large master closet with outdoor lighting. The master bath features a stepless shower and separate free standing tub as well as a his and hers vanity. To reach the wonderful outdoor living space, which has stone flooring, wood inlaid ceiling and stone fireplace, the adjacent family room has large sliding retractable doors. For indoor living, the home has a separate living area with built in cabinetry and an exercise room. We are your Gainesville Georgia Home Builder.

As a Custom Home Builder Gainesville Georgia, we built this handsome stone and brick exterior two-story, three-car garage home on the lake. We installed hardwoods through out the living areas. This home features a personal office with a splendid outdoor view as well as a separate dining room with exposed beam ceiling. The open concept family room offers a vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace that opens right to the kitchen. The kitchen is designed with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The large master bedroom has a hardwoods flooring and a coffered wood inlaid ceiling along with a sitting area and large master closet with outdoor lighting. The master bath features a stepless shower and separate free standing tub as well as a his and hers vanity. To reach the wonderful outdoor living space, which has stone flooring, wood inlaid ceiling and stone fireplace, the adjacent family room has large sliding retractable doors. For indoor living, the home has a separate living area with built in cabinetry and an exercise room. We are your Gainesville Georgia Home Builder.

inspired spa style sauna, steam shower, whirlpool tub, locker room to an adjacent gym have been very challenging, to capture all amenities that he was inquiring. Space was limited and how build partition walls, created a dilemma to achieve our goals. We had to reconstruct and move bearing posts to gain footsteps for our amazing and rejuvenating spa room. This New Spa was a state of art with a curved tiled bench inside steam room and an Infrared Sauna, soaking whirlpool tub, separate dressing and vanity area just separated from adjacent Gym through pocket doors. New gym with mirrored walls was faced the backyard with a large window. The main room was separated into an entertaining area with large bar and cabinetry, and some built INS facing the backyard. A new French door & window was added to back wall to allow more natural light. Built ins covered with light color natural maple wood tones, we were capturing his nature lifestyle. Through a double glass French door now you enter the state of the art movie theater room. Ceiling star panels, steps row seating, a large screen panel with black velvet curtains has made this space an Icon’s paradise. We have used embedded high quality speakers and surround sound equipped with all new era of projectors, receivers and multiple playing gadgets. The staircase to main level and closet space were redesigned allowing him additional hallway and storage space that he required to have, Intrigued color schemes and fascinating equipment’s has made this basement a place for serenity and excitement

inspired spa style sauna, steam shower, whirlpool tub, locker room to an adjacent gym have been very challenging, to capture all amenities that he was inquiring. Space was limited and how build partition walls, created a dilemma to achieve our goals. We had to reconstruct and move bearing posts to gain footsteps for our amazing and rejuvenating spa room. This New Spa was a state of art with a curved tiled bench inside steam room and an Infrared Sauna, soaking whirlpool tub, separate dressing and vanity area just separated from adjacent Gym through pocket doors. New gym with mirrored walls was faced the backyard with a large window. The main room was separated into an entertaining area with large bar and cabinetry, and some built INS facing the backyard. A new French door & window was added to back wall to allow more natural light. Built ins covered with light color natural maple wood tones, we were capturing his nature lifestyle. Through a double glass French door now you enter the state of the art movie theater room. Ceiling star panels, steps row seating, a large screen panel with black velvet curtains has made this space an Icon’s paradise. We have used embedded high quality speakers and surround sound equipped with all new era of projectors, receivers and multiple playing gadgets. The staircase to main level and closet space were redesigned allowing him additional hallway and storage space that he required to have, Intrigued color schemes and fascinating equipment’s has made this basement a place for serenity and excitement

As a Custom Home Builder Gainesville Georgia, we built this handsome stone and brick exterior two-story, three-car garage home on the lake. We installed hardwoods through out the living areas. This home features a personal office with a splendid outdoor view as well as a separate dining room with exposed beam ceiling. The open concept family room offers a vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace that opens right to the kitchen. The kitchen is designed with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The large master bedroom has a hardwoods flooring and a coffered wood inlaid ceiling along with a sitting area and large master closet with outdoor lighting. The master bath features a stepless shower and separate free standing tub as well as a his and hers vanity. To reach the wonderful outdoor living space, which has stone flooring, wood inlaid ceiling and stone fireplace, the adjacent family room has large sliding retractable doors. For indoor living, the home has a separate living area with built in cabinetry and an exercise room. We are your Gainesville Georgia Home Builder.

As a Custom Home Builder Gainesville Georgia, we built this handsome stone and brick exterior two-story, three-car garage home on the lake. We installed hardwoods through out the living areas. This home features a personal office with a splendid outdoor view as well as a separate dining room with exposed beam ceiling. The open concept family room offers a vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace that opens right to the kitchen. The kitchen is designed with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The large master bedroom has a hardwoods flooring and a coffered wood inlaid ceiling along with a sitting area and large master closet with outdoor lighting. The master bath features a stepless shower and separate free standing tub as well as a his and hers vanity. To reach the wonderful outdoor living space, which has stone flooring, wood inlaid ceiling and stone fireplace, the adjacent family room has large sliding retractable doors. For indoor living, the home has a separate living area with built in cabinetry and an exercise room. We are your Gainesville Georgia Home Builder.

As a Custom Home Builder Gainesville Georgia, we built this handsome stone and brick exterior two-story, three-car garage home on the lake. We installed hardwoods through out the living areas. This home features a personal office with a splendid outdoor view as well as a separate dining room with exposed beam ceiling. The open concept family room offers a vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace that opens right to the kitchen. The kitchen is designed with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The large master bedroom has a hardwoods flooring and a coffered wood inlaid ceiling along with a sitting area and large master closet with outdoor lighting. The master bath features a stepless shower and separate free standing tub as well as a his and hers vanity. To reach the wonderful outdoor living space, which has stone flooring, wood inlaid ceiling and stone fireplace, the adjacent family room has large sliding retractable doors. For indoor living, the home has a separate living area with built in cabinetry and an exercise room. We are your Gainesville Georgia Home Builder.

As a Custom Home Builder Gainesville Georgia, we built this handsome stone and brick exterior two-story, three-car garage home on the lake. We installed hardwoods through out the living areas. This home features a personal office with a splendid outdoor view as well as a separate dining room with exposed beam ceiling. The open concept family room offers a vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace that opens right to the kitchen. The kitchen is designed with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The large master bedroom has a hardwoods flooring and a coffered wood inlaid ceiling along with a sitting area and large master closet with outdoor lighting. The master bath features a stepless shower and separate free standing tub as well as a his and hers vanity. To reach the wonderful outdoor living space, which has stone flooring, wood inlaid ceiling and stone fireplace, the adjacent family room has large sliding retractable doors. For indoor living, the home has a separate living area with built in cabinetry and an exercise room. We are your Gainesville Georgia Home Builder.

As a Custom Home Builder Gainesville Georgia, we built this handsome stone and brick exterior two-story, three-car garage home on the lake. We installed hardwoods through out the living areas. This home features a personal office with a splendid outdoor view as well as a separate dining room with exposed beam ceiling. The open concept family room offers a vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace that opens right to the kitchen. The kitchen is designed with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The large master bedroom has a hardwoods flooring and a coffered wood inlaid ceiling along with a sitting area and large master closet with outdoor lighting. The master bath features a stepless shower and separate free standing tub as well as a his and hers vanity. To reach the wonderful outdoor living space, which has stone flooring, wood inlaid ceiling and stone fireplace, the adjacent family room has large sliding retractable doors. For indoor living, the home has a separate living area with built in cabinetry and an exercise room. We are your Gainesville Georgia Home Builder.

As a Custom Home Builder Gainesville Georgia, we built this handsome stone and brick exterior two-story, three-car garage home on the lake. We installed hardwoods through out the living areas. This home features a personal office with a splendid outdoor view as well as a separate dining room with exposed beam ceiling. The open concept family room offers a vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace that opens right to the kitchen. The kitchen is designed with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The large master bedroom has a hardwoods flooring and a coffered wood inlaid ceiling along with a sitting area and large master closet with outdoor lighting. The master bath features a stepless shower and separate free standing tub as well as a his and hers vanity. To reach the wonderful outdoor living space, which has stone flooring, wood inlaid ceiling and stone fireplace, the adjacent family room has large sliding retractable doors. For indoor living, the home has a separate living area with built in cabinetry and an exercise room. We are your Gainesville Georgia Home Builder.

As a Custom Home Builder Gainesville Georgia, we built this handsome stone and brick exterior two-story, three-car garage home on the lake. We installed hardwoods through out the living areas. This home features a personal office with a splendid outdoor view as well as a separate dining room with exposed beam ceiling. The open concept family room offers a vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace that opens right to the kitchen. The kitchen is designed with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The large master bedroom has a hardwoods flooring and a coffered wood inlaid ceiling along with a sitting area and large master closet with outdoor lighting. The master bath features a stepless shower and separate free standing tub as well as a his and hers vanity. To reach the wonderful outdoor living space, which has stone flooring, wood inlaid ceiling and stone fireplace, the adjacent family room has large sliding retractable doors. For indoor living, the home has a separate living area with built in cabinetry and an exercise room. We are your Gainesville Georgia Home Builder.