Previous bathroom gutted and completely upgraded: Walls Sherwin Williams paint: Superpaint interior, Cashmere Shower: shower door is frameless glass; floor tile w/ Matte Gray Porcelain Penny Mosaic; wall tile w/ DaVinci Luxury White; custom-built shower bench Floor tile: AdessiCandler Gray Matte Porcelain Tile Tub: freestanding flat-bottom tub with bronze faucet fixtures Custom-built cabinets: Maple-stain grade wood with espresso stain with shaker-style doors. Countertops are custom-fabricated, undermount sinks made of quartz 3cm with eased edge profile with splashes. Fixtures are bronzed. Custom mirrors sized to fit with stained wood trim. Toilet: Elongated, concealed trapway

In 2024, we completed Project Kirk giving the home a fresh, updated feel from top to bottom. Upstairs, we re-painted the bedrooms and added a built-in closet to the kids' room for extra storage. On the main floor, we refreshed the powder room with new accessories and upgraded the living room by adding electrical work for the fireplace and TV. We also repainted the fireplace and installed custom shaker doors with reeded panels on the cabinetry. In the basement, we added a bathroom with a 3-piece shower, a 1-piece toilet, a shaker-style vanity with a quartz countertop, and tiled floors and walls. Finally, we installed new vinyl flooring on the main and upstairs floors, tying everything together with a clean, modern look.

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2015 Houzz
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THE SETUP “You have to figure out how to rebuild a life worth living,” Basia Kozub’s client says. Her husband passed away suddenly three years ago. Holidays with family became more important, and she found herself struggling with a 37-year old kitchen that was falling apart. “I made a decision to move forward,” she says. “I went, ‘You know what? I’m redoing the kitchen.'” The big task of getting started was as easy as having a conversation – literally. Basia was on the job, helping the client sort through priorities, wishes and ideas. Basia’s client is 5′ 4″, likes keeping an eye on the kiddoes in the backyard and wanted certain things to have their own place. THE REMODEL The objectives were: Enlarge and open the space Find a classic look that incorporates blues Upgrade to easy-to-use appliances Hide an office space within the space Ample storage for dishes Design challenges: Uneven window alignment on the back wall Original kitchen smaller than desired, stuctural concerns if walls to be moved Keep folks close – figure out seating for entertaining Main sink in corner is ideal, but windows are hard to reach Lots of storage needed for dishes, glass collection, pantry items, bar bottles and office supplies Specific storage needs for oft-used spices and utensils THE RENEWED SPACE Design solutions: Replace back wall windows, establish window size continuity Take out two walls to open up the space, tall shallow cabinet and a tall filler added to conceal a new header Large island that seats six easily Custom corner sink cabinet with recessed edge allows vertically challenged homeowner to reach the windows Mindful storage planning features: plenty of cabinets, pull-out bar bottle storage, file drawers & cubbies with pocket doors for office appliances, magic corner pullouts, and appliance garages with pocket doors Shelf behind range for easy access to daily-use spices and oils. Also: spice and utensil pullouts on either side of range The clients says every priority and wish box got checked. The highly functional design absorbed everything that used to be in that area of the house, but now those things are out of the way. “In the past, we were all spread out when we gathered for the holidays, because we had to spread out. Now, we’re all in here together, including my 92-year old mother. We’re visiting, cooking, laughing… everyone is here. And I’m really learning how to use these appliances. This kitchen has given me a whole new life.”

Previous bathroom gutted and completely upgraded: Walls Sherwin Williams paint: Superpaint interior, Cashmere Shower: shower door is frameless glass; floor tile w/ Matte Gray Porcelain Penny Mosaic; wall tile w/ DaVinci Luxury White; custom-built shower bench Floor tile: AdessiCandler Gray Matte Porcelain Tile Tub: freestanding flat-bottom tub with bronze faucet fixtures Custom-built cabinets: Maple-stain grade wood with espresso stain with shaker-style doors. Countertops are custom-fabricated, undermount sinks made of quartz 3cm with eased edge profile with splashes. Fixtures are bronzed. Custom mirrors sized to fit with stained wood trim. Toilet: Elongated, concealed trapway

Previous bathroom gutted and completely upgraded: Walls Sherwin Williams paint: Superpaint interior, Cashmere Shower: shower door is frameless glass; floor tile w/ Matte Gray Porcelain Penny Mosaic; wall tile w/ DaVinci Luxury White; custom-built shower bench Floor tile: AdessiCandler Gray Matte Porcelain Tile Tub: freestanding flat-bottom tub with bronze faucet fixtures Custom-built cabinets: Maple-stain grade wood with espresso stain with shaker-style doors. Countertops are custom-fabricated, undermount sinks made of quartz 3cm with eased edge profile with splashes. Fixtures are bronzed. Custom mirrors sized to fit with stained wood trim. Toilet: Elongated, concealed trapway

This hidden TV installation was done by Century Stereo in San Jose, CA. The 65" TV rises out of the patio when the Television is turned on. The TV swivels 180 degrees left and right allowing for a great viewing experience from anywhere in the yard, including the pool.

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Designing a spacious & stylish bath has been the forte of Upgrade Remodeling. Call us and know everything about a classic bathroom remodeling in Glendale, apart from upgrades & makeover, by using premium bath fittings & accessories, like toilets, sinks, tubs & walk-in-showers with glass enclosures. Bathroom Remodel Services in Glendale, CA - https://www.upgraderemodeling.com/

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Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2015 Houzz
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Designing a spacious & stylish bath has been the forte of Upgrade Remodeling. Call us and know everything about a classic bathroom remodeling in Glendale, apart from upgrades & makeover, by using premium bath fittings & accessories, like toilets, sinks, tubs & walk-in-showers with glass enclosures. Bathroom Remodel Services in Glendale, CA - https://www.upgraderemodeling.com/

Achieve a Royalty Look with Calacatta Gold Tiles We all have that dream home we want to have. Better yet, some of us dream of a fantastic renovation of our homes; transforms them into glossy nests we can always be glad to perch in. For those of us who are already on the way to the dream house, you probably are shopping for material to use. So how about we introduce you to the good old Calacatta Gold marble? If you are asking what that is, we can say it’s a unique way of inspiring royalty to your home using tiles. Calacatta Gold is a special stone tile mined in the hearts of Italy, on the Appian Mountains. Ever since it was discovered, it has been heavily used as a floor tile as well as wall tile, creating remarkable artistic visuals with a touch of natural gold in it. Calacatta gold tile also has one unique trait you won’t notice in most tiles; you can easily mix it with other slab colors, specifically gold extra, Calacatta Borghini, Crema and Super Extra. Calacatta gold is also one of the few tiles with a unique pencil vein detail centering the white hue background and grey veins on the tile as well. This is the perfect choice for artistic walls and floors but be sure to use the right slab colors if you want to bring in more colors; if the slab and tile don’t match in color tones then it may affect the overall look of your walls/floors. There are plenty of places in the house you can experiment with the pristine Calacatta gold tile. How about the living room wall that is a background for your TV and home theater system? Calacatta wall tile will create a covetable golden hue that will always shine before you. Moreover, you will definitely fall in love with your walls in the morning, when a streak of sunlight illuminates the golden yellows. Installing the beautiful Calacatta gold tile is a pretty easy job as well. However you just need to be careful to use white thinset instead of grey. White thinsets will absorb the trowel lines whereas grey may leave behind ugly marks which may taint the exquisite nature of the tiles. If you also want your Calacatta floor tile or wall tile to last longer make sure it is properly sealed with grout. You still have that dream home in mind? We already have you covered on the best tiles to you use. Just think Calacatta gold tile all the way, all your friends will definitely take selfies beside your shiny golden walls. http://AllMarbleTiles.com

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Previous bathroom gutted and completely upgraded: Walls Sherwin Williams paint: Superpaint interior, Cashmere Shower: shower door is frameless glass; floor tile w/ Matte Gray Porcelain Penny Mosaic; wall tile w/ DaVinci Luxury White; custom-built shower bench Floor tile: AdessiCandler Gray Matte Porcelain Tile Tub: freestanding flat-bottom tub with bronze faucet fixtures Custom-built cabinets: Maple-stain grade wood with espresso stain with shaker-style doors. Countertops are custom-fabricated, undermount sinks made of quartz 3cm with eased edge profile with splashes. Fixtures are bronzed. Custom mirrors sized to fit with stained wood trim. Toilet: Elongated, concealed trapway