Once a chicken coop now a cottage. The little out building was scrubbed and white washed on the interior. The internal structure was left exposed for rustic charm. An outside bathroom provides an invigorating environment for morning or midnight ablutions. Photo by Brea McDonald http://www.breamcdonald.com/

We transformed the front entry by introducing a custom flagstone patio that provides a welcoming spot for morning coffee. The new landscape features a sophisticated mix of textures, anchored by a specimen Laceleaf Japanese Maple and structural Yucca accents. To define the space, we used a combination of Oklahoma chop stone and weathered moss boulders for the garden borders, creating organic lines that guide the eye toward the entrance. A fresh application of dark mulch provides high contrast for the new plantings, while the drought-tolerant selections ensure the garden remains vibrant through the Texas heat. This project successfully balances hardscape and softscape to maximize the home's curb appeal.

We transformed the front entry by introducing a custom flagstone patio that provides a welcoming spot for morning coffee. The new landscape features a sophisticated mix of textures, anchored by a specimen Laceleaf Japanese Maple and structural Yucca accents. To define the space, we used a combination of Oklahoma chop stone and weathered moss boulders for the garden borders, creating organic lines that guide the eye toward the entrance. A fresh application of dark mulch provides high contrast for the new plantings, while the drought-tolerant selections ensure the garden remains vibrant through the Texas heat. This project successfully balances hardscape and softscape to maximize the home's curb appeal.

We transformed the front entry by introducing a custom flagstone patio that provides a welcoming spot for morning coffee. The new landscape features a sophisticated mix of textures, anchored by a specimen Laceleaf Japanese Maple and structural Yucca accents. To define the space, we used a combination of Oklahoma chop stone and weathered moss boulders for the garden borders, creating organic lines that guide the eye toward the entrance. A fresh application of dark mulch provides high contrast for the new plantings, while the drought-tolerant selections ensure the garden remains vibrant through the Texas heat. This project successfully balances hardscape and softscape to maximize the home's curb appeal.

“We want to redo our cabinets…but my kitchen is so small!” We hear this a lot here at Reborn Cabinets. You might be surprised how many people put off refreshing their kitchen simply because homeowners can’t see beyond their own square footage. Not all of us can live in a big, sprawling ranch house, but that doesn’t mean that a small kitchen can’t be polished into a real gem! This project is a great example of how dramatic the difference can be when we rethink our space—even just a little! By removing hanging cabinets, this kitchen opened-up very nicely. The light from the preexisting French doors could flow wonderfully into the adjacent family room. The finishing touches were made by transforming a very small “breakfast nook” into a clean and useful storage space.

The original kitchen in this 1990s two-story traditional home had cabinet peninsulas that made moving in and out and around the kitchen awkward. It was also “tired” with a dated design. The owners looked to Rick Jacobson for a transformation. They wanted an open kitchen with comfortable spaces for food prep and cooking, entertaining, and raising a family. The before and after photos on our website tell the story. The original design included two peninsulas; one with two bar seats for casual dining, and another that was essentially granite-topped cabinet for storage. While enclosing the kitchen, the design limited traffic flow. The stove, refrigerator and dishwasher needed to be replaced. Oak cabinets were showing their age. Oak trim around the windows were bland. The window blinds weren’t all that appealing. Lighting was tired. Flooring needed help as well. The good news: A new, bright, open, inviting and functional design could totally transform the room without having to relocate plumbing and electrical. The project began by getting rid of everything old and starting over. The popcorn ceiling was scraped down and replaced with a knock-down finish. The window trim was replaced with white painted poplar Princeton trim. New white translucent blinds let light in and offers privacy. The floors were sanded and dark stained with an oil base finish. And the floorboards were replaced with a three-part pine base. The new white kitchen cabinets feature Classic White Dura Supreme cabinetry with Kendal panels and rubbed oil hardware. The new countertops are made with Alaska White Granite from Capital Granite. The beautiful back splash was constructed with Rubbed Oil and Glass features from the Tile Shop. The Kraus open bay under mount stainless steel sink works well with Kohler brushed Nickel fixtures. All the appliances were replaced with stainless steel finishes. A gas cooktop replaced the original electric, with a new stainless steel range hood that was vented to the outdoors - a major improvement because the old range hood just had circulating filters. All the lights, including those lighting the counter, are on dimmers, making the room easily adjustable. A fresh new coat of Benjamin Moore Pashmina Af-100 paint on the walls, and Benjamin Moore White Dove Pm-19 paint on the trim, adds a light and neutral color that gives a fresh and crisp but warm feel. The result: A bright, open, functional kitchen, perfect for entertaining and raising a family. The owners love it!

We transformed the front entry by introducing a custom flagstone patio that provides a welcoming spot for morning coffee. The new landscape features a sophisticated mix of textures, anchored by a specimen Laceleaf Japanese Maple and structural Yucca accents. To define the space, we used a combination of Oklahoma chop stone and weathered moss boulders for the garden borders, creating organic lines that guide the eye toward the entrance. A fresh application of dark mulch provides high contrast for the new plantings, while the drought-tolerant selections ensure the garden remains vibrant through the Texas heat. This project successfully balances hardscape and softscape to maximize the home's curb appeal.

Explore our latest project in Danville, featuring a stunning transformation of an open kitchen, living area, master bathroom, powder room, and porch. Our team created a harmonious blend of functionality and style, with open spaces and sophisticated design elements. From the sleek, modern kitchen to the inviting porch, every detail reflects our commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovative design. Take a look at the elegant solutions we've implemented to enhance comfort and aesthetics in this beautiful home.

Our clients wanted to expand their living space down into their unfinished basement. While the space would serve as a family rec room most of the time, they also wanted it to transform into an apartment for their parents during extended visits. The project needed to incorporate a full bathroom and laundry.One of the standout features in the space is a Murphy bed with custom doors. We repeated this motif on the custom vanity in the bathroom. Because the rec room can double as a bedroom, we had the space to put in a generous-size full bathroom. The full bathroom has a spacious walk-in shower and two large niches for storing towels and other linens. Our clients now have a beautiful basement space that expanded the size of their living space significantly. It also gives their loved ones a beautiful private suite to enjoy when they come to visit, inspiring more frequent visits!

This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath. Joe Nowak

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Explore our latest project in Danville, featuring a stunning transformation of an open kitchen, living area, master bathroom, powder room, and porch. Our team created a harmonious blend of functionality and style, with open spaces and sophisticated design elements. From the sleek, modern kitchen to the inviting porch, every detail reflects our commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovative design. Take a look at the elegant solutions we've implemented to enhance comfort and aesthetics in this beautiful home.

Explore our latest project in Danville, featuring a stunning transformation of an open kitchen, living area, master bathroom, powder room, and porch. Our team created a harmonious blend of functionality and style, with open spaces and sophisticated design elements. From the sleek, modern kitchen to the inviting porch, every detail reflects our commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovative design. Take a look at the elegant solutions we've implemented to enhance comfort and aesthetics in this beautiful home.

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We transformed the front entry by introducing a custom flagstone patio that provides a welcoming spot for morning coffee. The new landscape features a sophisticated mix of textures, anchored by a specimen Laceleaf Japanese Maple and structural Yucca accents. To define the space, we used a combination of Oklahoma chop stone and weathered moss boulders for the garden borders, creating organic lines that guide the eye toward the entrance. A fresh application of dark mulch provides high contrast for the new plantings, while the drought-tolerant selections ensure the garden remains vibrant through the Texas heat. This project successfully balances hardscape and softscape to maximize the home's curb appeal.

Photo Credit: Neil Landino, Counter Top: Connecticut Stone Calacatta Gold Honed Marble, Kitchen Sink: 39" Wide Risinger Double Bowl Fireclay, Paint Color: Benjamin Moore Arctic Gray 1577, Trim Color: Benjamin Moore White Dove VIDEO BLOG, EPISODE 2 – FINDING THE PERFECT STONE Watch this happy client’s testimonial on how Connecticut Stone transformed her existing kitchen into a bright, beautiful and functional space.Featuring Calacatta Gold Marble and Carrara Marble. Video Link: https://youtu.be/hwbWNMFrAV0

Michael Dikter, Focus Photography NW
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