Danielle Lardani, Studio M kitchen and bathroom
In order to make much-needed improvements to the kitchen of this young family, floating shelves, storage room cabinets and wall removal (creating a clear line of sight for the living room) are the top priorities. In addition to these family-friendly functional changes, the farmhouse-style design style is also icing on the cake. The space has been updated with mixed metal elements, vibrating doors and a stacking range hood that matches the kitchen island-all of which are designed to provide this family with a rich and warm space for them to spend time together.
Kate Roos and Evangeline Fitzpatrick, CKBD, Kate Roos Design LLC
For this artist and baker, the kitchen needs to be a workspace and a family oasis. In order to adapt to her cooking business, a dedicated workbench is defined as a space for gathering, entertaining and decorating cakes and biscuits. In the past, the tranquility of the cooking area could be seen from the lake outside, but it could strengthen the connection with the water. In order to achieve this goal, a wall was demolished and wider windows were added to allow natural light to enter the interior through the new glass-fronted dining room. Blue accents and textured tiles complete this now peaceful space.
Mary Maney, CKBD, ASID, CLIPP, crystal kitchen + bathroom
Kate Roos and Evangeline Fitzpatrick, CKBD, Kate Roos Design LLC
The kitchen at the turn of the century needs some major changes to meet the needs of a family of four. The rear entrance was moved to enter directly from the garage, and the exterior rear porch and butler’s storage room were reused as part of the kitchen, thus creating space for the beautiful Walnut Island. To make up for the loss of the butler’s kitchen, a light-toned birch hut was built to commemorate the original design in 1910. Nearby, marble backsplashes and countertops capture light and contrast with the space.
At the request of the owner, an artist and his wife, this attic kitchen in the city center doubles as a display space for art collections. The kitchen has undergone several upgrades, including metal rust-edged ceramics and ribbed tiles, rusty rock perimeter countertops, and open shelves with white interiors to accommodate the eclectic discoveries of the creative couple. In order to distinguish the living room from the kitchen, a tall cabinet was added to the stove wall. The raised countertop at the back of the island adopts an oxidized metal appearance, which complements the tile backsplash perfectly.
Mary Maney, CKBD, ASID, CLIPP, crystal kitchen + bathroom
Lynn D. Monson, CMBBD and Sandy J. Monson, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen
The client of this Cape Cod residence, built in 1938, wanted to retain its charm while adding modern luxury elements to make the space more practical and open. The removal of a wall and the reconfigured cabinet layout allows for storage and organization without sacrificing natural light and the open-air feel required by the client. The white shelves are matched with the light-colored oak floor to complement the base cabinet. The soft sea green matches the dining room carpet, seamlessly connecting the two spaces. The carefully selected decorative tiles above the series are handmade by local tilers.
Jolynn Johnson, CMBBD, CAPS, CLIPP, crystal kitchen + bathroom
This space is designed as a traditional kitchen and entertainment venue. The island at the height of the bar separates guests from the kitchen, avoiding interference with cooking and conversation. The sideboard is custom-made to accommodate wine storage and Nespresso coffee machine, and can be hidden behind a pocket door-allowing you to easily access the beverage of your choice. One of the most striking details of the kitchen is the red stripe throughout the unit, a feature inspired by the owner’s Swiss tradition. The red shade (also found on the backsplash and kitchen island) complements the waterfall-side countertop, high-gloss black wood and white trim.
Tracy Hains, Calie Pierce and Stefanie Cohoe, Che Bella Interiors
It is these details that transformed this bathroom from a functionally flawed space into a beautiful and modern room, highlighting the lakeside charm of the family. To create additional storage space, the dressing table was replaced and a medicine cabinet was added to prevent the counter and floor from becoming cluttered. Privacy is also important, so half of the wall is integrated into the shower area, adding to the existing wing wall. New benches and shampoo ledges can be placed in the cavity behind the shower. Although the space is equipped with a custom Corian shower tray, the colorful feature wall is the star of the space-balanced with the richly detailed texture tiles.
Kailee Klevan, CKBD, beyond the kitchen
Although the big bathtub sounds great in theory, this particular bathtub makes the bathroom feel crowded. In order to clear the space and create a more practical area, the split saw oak vanity is paired with eye-catching hardware and plumbing fixtures (such as wall-mounted faucets). Additional drawer storage space has been added to clean up cluttered counters, and two built-in medicine cabinets have been added-now illuminated by three wall lights. A separate bathtub and shower are installed, with a detachable handheld shower head, body spray and smooth handrails.
Lisa Pope, AKBD, partner 4, design
Kate Roos and Evangeline Fitzpatrick, CKBD, Kate Roos Design LLC
This bathroom has several classic elements of Victorian design (such as the original claw-foot bathtub and linen closet from 1914), and the client wanted to incorporate modern updates while maintaining the elegance of its era. The new cabinets are designed to fit the sloped ceiling of the bathroom, and a new vanity replaces the old base sink. Grey marble floors, subway tiles and marble wainscoting add a modern touch to the retro atmosphere, while the dark blue walls add extra richness.
Caitlin Stokes, Crystal Kitchen + Bathroom
The client for this sizable bathroom wanted the new design to match the rest of their home effortlessly. Due to plumbing issues, the toilet cannot be moved very far, so the solution is to build an area behind it and add a built-in locker above it to maximize the use of space. The pocket door between the bathroom and the adjacent bedroom allows easier access and increases the fluidity of the house.
Lynn D. Monson, CMBBD and Sandy J. Monson, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen
This bathroom stayed in the 80s and urgently needed to be remodeled. The client hopes to transform the old space into a dual-purpose powder room and guest bathroom with bold colors. The space now includes an easy-to-use low-profile shower base, a comfortable height toilet and non-slip tile flooring. The 36-inch dressing table is equipped with a quartz countertop, and the sea blue onyx slate adds a touch of bright color, which contrasts with the neutral and silver tones in the shower wall.
Nicole Sirek, CID, NCIDQ, ASID, partner 4, design
For these customers with young grandchildren, the functional and storage solutions in their bathrooms also need to be bright and interesting. In order to change the small space, the designer updated the dressing table to an asymmetrical floating display, with purple panels covering the periphery combined with the soffit. The subtle herringbone pattern of the textured limestone floor provides a modern feel to the space, while the crystal handles-also showing the client's favorite purple hue-add extra sparkle.
Jolynn Johnson, CMBBD, CAPS, CLIPP, crystal kitchen + bathroom
The two-story car apartment is the unique environment of this powder room. There are vehicles downstairs and a mezzanine with kitchen, living room, office and bathroom upstairs. After entering the bathroom through the sliding barn door, guests will see a mural depicting a beautiful mountainside and a train exiting the tunnel. The murals and overall style of the bathroom are a tribute to the client’s Swiss tradition. In order to create the best layout, the electrical and plumbing were rearranged to make room for the dark and glossy wooden dressing table, which contrasts sharply with the countertop at the edge of the waterfall.
Nicole Sirek, CID, NCIDQ, ASID, partner 4, design
Megan Dante, AKBD, Michel House
The couple built their forever home in 2010 as a space to enjoy their retirement life, but 10 years later, they realized that their original vision needed to be updated. The kitchen and the back door felt very crowded, so a small place was added. The refrigerator was moved into this new storage room space, and a new freezer drawer was added to the design to provide ample counter space. The new part incorporates classic elements such as built-in cabinets and beaded backsplashes, while the kitchen floor, countertop materials and woodwork style match the original kitchen to maintain its ancient British aesthetics.
Megan Dante, AKBD, Michel House
In this whole house renovation project, there are old and new. The owner is about to retire and hopes to sell her business. In the spirit of this new stage of life, she moved to a quiet suburban home. Although the lower level of the house was not initially on the owner’s list of priorities, it is now one of her favorite places to entertain and host adult children. The main focus of the lower level is the spacious stone-clad bar area, which now sports high ceiling cabinets with glass doors for storage and sight to the goblet.
Tammy Johnson, CKD, Lambert Wood
This 1974 Cape Cod-style home has a small kitchen hidden in the middle of the main floor plan, but there is no room for the large open bar that the client wants. The client definitely wants one, preferably in a convenient location with easy access to the interior and the recently landscaped backyard and garden. The kitchen was moved to the family room, and the old kitchen space became a complete wet bar. This entertainment venue has an undercounter beverage cooler, wine cooler and single-drawer dishwasher. Pocket doors and corner drawers display glassware.
Evangeline Fitzpatrick, CKBD, Kate Roos Design LLC
Mary Maney, CKBD, ASID, CLIPP, crystal kitchen + bathroom
The original layout of this cramped kitchen caused problems. The aisle between the island and the refrigerator is too narrow, and the walk-in pantry takes up precious space, making the center of the home feel smaller. In addition to the improved layout, the client also wanted a classic kitchen design with high ceilings and glass cabinets that harmonized with the existing wooden floors and the nearby family room bookcases. The designer chose a U-shaped layout to make room for the new pantry and the stunning 42-inch inclined range hood, with two-tone coloring, slats, and clear molding details. The built-in reverse depth refrigerator with paneled front panel seamlessly integrates with the new cabinets, not only to display accessories, but also to provide additional storage space.
Lisa Pope, AKBD, partner 4, design
This master bathroom needs a new life, and the homeowner knows it. It does not have the desired spa-like feeling, the floor plan is not coherent, the storage space is small, and the sight line is not ideal. Although the client wanted the look and feel to be consistent with their craftsman-style house, the update was definitely orderly. First, the floor plan was redesigned to make room for double wash basins, toilets and separate bathtubs, and heated floors and steam showers were installed to increase the sense of luxury. The feeling of clean and airy space can only be enhanced by its minimal hardware, stylish cabinets and stone tiles.