Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Stretching along a ledge in a sheltered canyon, this modern sanctuary was designed for empty‐nesters with a deep love of nature, art, and family. Carefully directed views and seamless indoor‐outdoor transitions create a multi‐generational retreat whose interior become one with the Eden‐esque landscape. Featuring two wings linked by a gallery, plus a stand‐alone guest house, the plan reflects the lot’s acute angles and challenging topography. Pocketing glass walls transform the primary living area into a peaceful open‐air pavilion. Curved overhangs echo the canyon’s contours, sheltering a three‐part table that extends outdoors. Cascading down the slope, the multilevel terrace includes a vanishing‐edge lap pool, an ultra‐private spa, and a naturalistic wading pool for grandchildren. A sweet surprise: the rooftop deck claims an amazing ocean view.The clients have an extensive outdoor sculpture collection that is integrated into the landscape and can be found when traversing the many paths, balconies and terraces across this spectacular property.

Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Vistafolia's unified foliage panels create the look of a lush, vibrant and invigorating green wall that instantly refreshes featureless spaces. When it comes to decorative screening for exteriors, Vistafolia's instant, easily customizable panel system provides the perfect cladding solution for creating interest along light-sensitive, confined spaces such as corridors and stairways. Our flexible Vistafolia artificial green wall panels, which can be cut systematically along grid lines to fit any surface dimension, liven up dull passages and generate new, attractive wall-display possibilities to heighten the user experience of a space. The beautiful, organic forms of our greenery soften hardscape elements such as concrete and enhance the warmth of natural surfaces such as hardwood slating

Vistafolia's unified foliage panels create the look of a lush, vibrant and invigorating green wall that instantly refreshes featureless spaces. When it comes to decorative screening for exteriors, Vistafolia's instant, easily customizable panel system provides the perfect cladding solution for creating interest along light-sensitive, confined spaces such as corridors and stairways. Our flexible Vistafolia artificial green wall panels, which can be cut systematically along grid lines to fit any surface dimension, liven up dull passages and generate new, attractive wall-display possibilities to heighten the user experience of a space. The beautiful, organic forms of our greenery soften hardscape elements such as concrete and enhance the warmth of natural surfaces such as hardwood slating

Vistafolia's unified foliage panels create the look of a lush, vibrant and invigorating green wall that instantly refreshes featureless spaces. When it comes to decorative screening for exteriors, Vistafolia's instant, easily customizable panel system provides the perfect cladding solution for creating interest along light-sensitive, confined spaces such as corridors and stairways. Our flexible Vistafolia artificial green wall panels, which can be cut systematically along grid lines to fit any surface dimension, liven up dull passages and generate new, attractive wall-display possibilities to heighten the user experience of a space. The beautiful, organic forms of our greenery soften hardscape elements such as concrete and enhance the warmth of natural surfaces such as hardwood slating

Steam Showers Inc. The Ariel Platinum DZ962F8 Steam Shower unit is similar in style to the Ariel Platinum DZ967F8, but is able to accommodate two users at once. The two stools are removable and the unit is complete with a rainfall showerhead, a handheld showerhead, a convenient touch screen control panel, a tempered glass shelf and real wood panels and sauna panels. The DZ962F8 features an elegant design primarily created with glass, which will add a sleek, modern look to any bathroom. Showers no longer have to be boring; you can relax in style and at ease wtih an FM radio, chromatherapy lighting, surround sound speakers, an aromatherapy system and a ventiliation fan. DZ962F8 Dimensions: 47.2" x 47.2" x 89" Door opening 19" (Approximately) ETL listed (US & Canada electrical safety) 220v Steam Sauna (6KW Generator) Cleaning Function Acupuncture Massage Rainfall Ceiling Shower Handheld Showerhead 12 Body Massage Jets Chromatherapy Lighting Computer Control Panel With Timer FM Radio 2 Stools Wooden Floorboard Aromatherapy System (Oils not Included) Ventilation Fan Drain with Trap Included Overheat Protection

Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Stretching along a ledge in a sheltered canyon, this modern sanctuary was designed for empty‐nesters with a deep love of nature, art, and family. Carefully directed views and seamless indoor‐outdoor transitions create a multi‐generational retreat whose interior become one with the Eden‐esque landscape. Featuring two wings linked by a gallery, plus a stand‐alone guest house, the plan reflects the lot’s acute angles and challenging topography. Pocketing glass walls transform the primary living area into a peaceful open‐air pavilion. Curved overhangs echo the canyon’s contours, sheltering a three‐part table that extends outdoors. Cascading down the slope, the multilevel terrace includes a vanishing‐edge lap pool, an ultra‐private spa, and a naturalistic wading pool for grandchildren. A sweet surprise: the rooftop deck claims an amazing ocean view.The clients have an extensive outdoor sculpture collection that is integrated into the landscape and can be found when traversing the many paths, balconies and terraces across this spectacular property.

Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Steam Showers Inc. The Ariel Platinum DZ962F8 Steam Shower unit is similar in style to the Ariel Platinum DZ967F8, but is able to accommodate two users at once. The two stools are removable and the unit is complete with a rainfall showerhead, a handheld showerhead, a convenient touch screen control panel, a tempered glass shelf and real wood panels and sauna panels. The DZ962F8 features an elegant design primarily created with glass, which will add a sleek, modern look to any bathroom. Showers no longer have to be boring; you can relax in style and at ease wtih an FM radio, chromatherapy lighting, surround sound speakers, an aromatherapy system and a ventiliation fan. DZ962F8 Dimensions: 47.2" x 47.2" x 89" Door opening 19" (Approximately) ETL listed (US & Canada electrical safety) 220v Steam Sauna (6KW Generator) Cleaning Function Acupuncture Massage Rainfall Ceiling Shower Handheld Showerhead 12 Body Massage Jets Chromatherapy Lighting Computer Control Panel With Timer FM Radio 2 Stools Wooden Floorboard Aromatherapy System (Oils not Included) Ventilation Fan Drain with Trap Included Overheat Protection

Sustainable Home Design & Technology Welcome to LEED Platinum Certified efficiency combined with luxury living. Built around the historic 1815 studio of architectural photographer Balthazar Korab, this unique home marries unparalleled aesthetics with the latest in green technology, all of which is fully integrated to provide a seamless user experience. Lutron RadioRA 2 lighting control and Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades work in harmony with solar panels and light harvesting techniques to create a sustainable, efficient lifestyle. A Savant control system not only choreographs all this, but monitors all energy both used and generated by the home. Photo Credit: McKee Creations

Mike and Anne of Barrington Hills desperately needed to update and renovate both their kid’s hall bath and guest bath, and in their 1980’s home each project presented a different set of unique challenges to overcome. When they set out to identify the right remodeling company to partner with, it was important to find a company that could help them to visualize design solutions for the bath renovations. When they came across Advance Design Studio’s website, they were immediately drawn to the solution-oriented remodeling process and the family friendly company. They say they chose Advance Design because of the integrated approach of “Common Sense Remodeling”, making the design, project management and construction all happen in one place. When they met with Project Designer Michelle Lecinski, they knew they chose the right company. “Michelle’s excellent work on the initial designs made it easy to proceed with Advance Design Studio,” Mike said. Like most homeowners anticipating a big renovation project, they had some healthy fears; with two bathrooms being remodeled at the same time they worried about timeframes and staying within budget. With the help of Michelle, and the “Common Sense” guidelines, they were confident that Advance Design would stay true, orchestrating all the moving parts to stay within both the estimated timeline and budget. The guest bath offered the biggest design challenge. A dormer obstruction made the already cramped shower awkward to access. Mike and Anne also wanted the shower size to be expanded, making it more accommodating. Working with Advance’s construction expert DJ Yurik, Michelle relocated the shower concealing the original dormer and creating a larger, more comfortable and aesthetically pleasing guest shower. The unsightly and not at all user-friendly closet was removed and replaced with elegant White Maple Dura Supreme cabinetry with much improved function featuring dual tall linen cabinets, a special makeup area and two sinks, providing a dual vanity which was extremely important for better guest use. The Fossil Brown quartz countertop is in pleasing contrast to the white cabinetry, and coordinates nicely with the mocha porcelain tile gracing the shower for an accent. The decorative glazed turquoise tile backsplash, tile border, and bottle niche adds a taste of marine green to the room, while marble-looking porcelain tile makes guests feel they are staying in a 5-star hotel. Polished nickel Kohler plumbing fixtures were chosen to add a touch of sophistication. This renovated guest bath is comfortable and elegant, and Anne and Mike’s house guests may never want to leave! “The end result was updated and restyled bathrooms that the client will enjoy and increase the value of their home,” Designer Michelle said. The children’s hall bath had its own set of challenges. The current placement of the sink was not conducive to the best use of the existing space, nor did it allow for any visual interest, something Advance’s designers always work to achieve even within the tight confines of a small bath. Advance removed the linen closet and used the gain in wall space to create a dramatic focal point on the vanity wall. They also took additional space that wasn’t being used for new Storm Gray Dura Supreme tall built-in linen cabinets, creating functional storage space that the former bath lacked. A customized glass splash panel was created for the bath, and the high ceilings with skylights were accented with a custom-made track lighting fixture featuring industrial pipe and cage materials. Authentic cement encaustic tile was used wall to wall surrounding the vanity to create a dramatic and interesting back drop for the new elegant and stately furniture-like double sink wall. Hand-made encaustic tile originated in Western Europe beginning in the 1850’s and reminded Mike and Anne of tile they had seen and loved from their travels overseas. Today, encaustic tile has made a re-appearance in today’s modern bath design with its wide array of appealing patterns and artistic use of color. Oil rubbed bronze Kohler fixtures echo the black accents in the beautiful tile pattern and reflect the matte black of the unique lighting detail. Easy to maintain Blanca Arabescato Quartz countertops add practicality and natural beauty and compliments the warm wood porcelain tile floors. This handsome bath has generated praise from friends and family even before it’s complete unveiling as photos of the space leaked out on social media! It’s not only completely functional to use, but especially pretty to look at. “Advance Design Studio did a terrific job for us. We really appreciated how easy it was to work with them on a complex project of the complete remodeling of two bathrooms. They very capably handled all the details from design, to project management, to construction. It is a great group of people to work with and we would welcome the opportunity to work with them again anytime,” Mike said.