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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
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Diane Reeves InteriorsThis is an example of a traditional family bathroom in St Louis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, blue tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, multi-coloured floors, white worktops, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
Interior EnhancementsInspiration for a medium sized classic family bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove bath, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tiles, porcelain tiles, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, beige floors, white worktops, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
HomeMatters Alliance, LLCInspiration for a medium sized traditional family bathroom in St Louis with louvered cabinets, green cabinets, an alcove bath, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tiles, ceramic tiles, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, white floors, a shower curtain, white worktops, double sinks and a freestanding vanity unit.
Kessler Construction LLCCustom bathroom with granite countertops and a three wall alcove bathtub.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional family bathroom with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles, porcelain tiles, beige walls, ceramic flooring, an integrated sink, granite worktops, beige floors, a shower curtain, multi-coloured worktops, a wall niche, a single sink and a built in vanity unit.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional family bathroom with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles, porcelain tiles, beige walls, ceramic flooring, an integrated sink, granite worktops, beige floors, a shower curtain, multi-coloured worktops, a wall niche, a single sink and a built in vanity unit.
Studio Design ElementsPhoto of a medium sized farmhouse family bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a two-piece toilet, grey tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, a sliding door, white worktops, a wall niche, a single sink and a built in vanity unit.
Shadow Creek HomesInspiration for a medium sized classic family bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, white floors, white worktops, a wall niche, a single sink, a built in vanity unit and tongue and groove walls.
Lindsay Pennington Inc.Kids' bath with shower/tub combination, tile wainscoting, double vanity, and built in storage.
Photo of a retro family bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove bath, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, metro tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, marble worktops, grey floors, a shower curtain, white worktops, a wall niche, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
Photo of a retro family bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove bath, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles, metro tiles, white walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, marble worktops, grey floors, a shower curtain, white worktops, a wall niche, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
Landed Interiors & HomesPhotography by Brad Knipstein
Inspiration for a medium sized country family bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, green tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, a trough sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, a shower curtain, grey worktops, a shower bench, a single sink and a built in vanity unit.
Inspiration for a medium sized country family bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, green tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, a trough sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, a shower curtain, grey worktops, a shower bench, a single sink and a built in vanity unit.
Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.A circular mirror hangs in front of the window in this bathroom. The wooden vanity warms the room and connects it to the massive Oak trees just outside. Marble hexagonal flooring adds to the charm.
Colorado Kitchen DesignsGuest bathroom in Denver, CO. Classic white subway wall tile in the shower and used as the wanes coating, gives this a classic city look. Complete with a free-standing vanity with an undermount sink and gray quartz top.
Snowden Builders LLCInspiration for a small traditional family bathroom in Grand Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, laminate floors, a submerged sink, laminate worktops, grey floors, a shower curtain and multi-coloured worktops.
Beautiful Chaos Interior Design & StylingDesign ideas for a country family bathroom in Minneapolis with white walls, medium wood cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, white tiles, a submerged sink, multi-coloured floors, a shower curtain and white worktops.
Platinum Builders LLCPhoto of a large traditional family bathroom in Omaha with grey cabinets, glass tiles, quartz worktops, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, grey walls, mosaic tile flooring, multi-coloured floors and a shower curtain.
SUBU Design ArchitectureKathryn Millet
Design ideas for a small contemporary family bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove bath, white tiles, glass tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, blue floors, white worktops and a shower/bath combination.
Design ideas for a small contemporary family bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove bath, white tiles, glass tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, blue floors, white worktops and a shower/bath combination.
Before and After Builders, Inc.New ProFlo tub, Anatolia Classic Calacatta 13" x 13" porcelain tub/shower wall tile laid in a brick style pattern with Cathedral Waterfall linear accent tile, custom recess/niche, Delta grab bars, Brizo Rook Series tub/shower fixtures, and frameless tub/shower sliding glass door! Anatolia Classic Calacatta 12" x 24" porcelain floor tile laid in a 1/3-2/3 pattern, Medallion custom cabinetry with full overlay slab doors and drawers, leathered Black Pearl granite countertop, and Top Knobs cabinet hardware!
Rayna Vogel Interior Design, LLCRayna Vogel Interior Design
This is an example of a small contemporary family bathroom in Seattle with an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, glass tiles and a shower curtain.
This is an example of a small contemporary family bathroom in Seattle with an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, glass tiles and a shower curtain.
HK DesignsInspiration for a traditional family bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, metro tiles, white walls, mosaic tile flooring, a submerged sink, white floors, beige worktops, beige tiles, engineered stone worktops, a shower curtain and a floating vanity unit.
UserKitchens Unlimited
Inspiration for a small contemporary family bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a two-piece toilet, grey tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, a shower curtain and white worktops.
Inspiration for a small contemporary family bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a two-piece toilet, grey tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, a shower curtain and white worktops.
Advance Design Studio, Ltd.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.
Family Bathroom with an Alcove Bath Ideas and Designs
Whether you’re doing a bathroom renovation or just a refresh; making your bathroom design brighter, cleaner and more attractive will make you feel happier to use it every day. If your bathroom is a small space in your home where you don’t spend much time, it’s time to think about alternatives. Browse the pictures to find inspiring bathroom ideas on Houzz, including stylish vanities, fancy toilets, taps, shower tiling, as well as storage ideas for small bathrooms. 
Shelves and shelving units, like ladder shelves, will give you extra space without taking up too much floor space. Also look for wire, wicker or fabric baskets, large and small, to store items under or next to the sink, or even on the wall. 
The sink, the mirror, shower and/or bath are the places where you might want the clearest and strongest light. You can use these if you want it to be bright and clear. Otherwise, you might want to look at some soft, ambient lighting in the form of chandeliers, short pendants or wall lamps. You could use accent lighting around your bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. 
How do I find bathroom ideas for my renovation?
If you’re starting your bathroom renovation from scratch, or ripping out and starting again, then once you’ve sorted the plan and the plumbing you’ll need to think about what kind of ideas you’d like. The easiest option is to get inspiration from bathroom professionals. However, if you’ve dreamt of a roll-top bath or a walk-in shower with heating at, then you might want to take longer looking for each item individually. Choosing all white elements will obviously tie everything together, but also think about the style you’re going for – ultra modern taps will clash with traditional Victorian-style wash basins. And it’s probably good to consider your flooring or surfaces, and walls to make sure everything will complement. Take a look through the different styles of bathroom designs on Houzz to get some inspiration. How do I select the right bathroom decor & furniture?
Selecting bathroom decor such as cabinets, mirrors, shelves or other furniture for bathrooms can be tricky. You want to consider the storage they offer while also making sure they make an attractive feature as you enter your bathroom. Don’t forget you need them to be durable and withstand the damp conditions, e.g. if you’re going for a painted cabinet make sure the paint is suitable for baths. For medicine cabinets you will find most have mirrored fronts, but you can find extra features such as clocks and shaving sockets built-in.What bathroom storage ideas should I look at?
While bathroom storage ideas is not the first thing you think of when it comes to bathrooms, you’ll be surprised at how much difference it makes when your bathroom is organised – specially if you’re dealing with a small bathroom, this is essential. We all know how accessories like bottles, toiletries, lotions and potions can pile up next to the bath. And where to put the cotton buds, painkillers, plasters, other medicine, creams and sanitary products? That’s not even considering using your bathroom as a place to store your towels and bathrobes. The first thing to consider when reviewing bathroom ideas is if you can invest in built-in bathroom storage. Large vanity units will have drawers and compartments to store a great number of toiletries and bathroom necessities, and if your bathroom or cloakroom has room for a built-in cupboard you can start storing small accessories and larger items there. If you can’t do anything on this scale, you could investigate built-in storage around the bath or look at less permanent options. Shelves and shelving units, like ladder shelves, will give you extra space without taking up too much floor space. Also look for wire, wicker or fabric baskets, large and small, to store items under or next to the sink, or even on the wall. What's the best ideas for lighting?
Water and electricity don’t mix, so make sure your bathroom lights are safe, first and foremost. There are actually regulations around what type of light fittings you can use and where – IP67 rating lights for submerged areas e.g. inside baths and sinks (Zone 0); IP65 for any area above a shower or bath (Zone 1); and IP44 rating for anything 0.6m from a bath or basin (Zone 2). After you’ve made sure your light fittings are safe and to-code, you can consider the type and style you’d like as your working through your bathroom ideas. The sink, the mirror, shower and/or bath are the places where you might want the clearest and strongest light. You can use these if you want it to be bright and clear. Otherwise, you might want to look at some soft, ambient lighting in the form of chandeliers, short pendants or wall lamps. You could use accent lighting around your bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. Bathroom tiles – what should I go for?
It’s rare to find bathrooms without tiles. Although it can be done with panelling, materials like tadelakt, waterproof paint, wallpaper or well-treated wood; bathroom tiles are so copious and easy to apply that it’s hard to avoid going with tiles in the bathroom. The great thing is that both floor tiles and wall tiles come in a huge variety of sizes, styles, colours and patterns, so you can remodel your room completely with whatever tile choices fit with your bathroom ideas. When it comes to flooring, tiles will be durable, easy to clean and deal well with water, but if you want something different you could go with modern concrete, traditional or country-style treated wooden floorboards, or a bit more quirky bamboo, cork or vinyl. What to do with small bathrooms?
The best small bathroom ideas will maximise the space you have. From installing a bidet to simple decorative tips there are plenty of things you can do to make it look bigger. Recessed shelves can make a huge difference both visually and practically to small bathrooms, so if you are able to have these installed when your walls are being renovated you could add some to your shower or sink area. You could choose pale colours and iridescent tiles that reflect the light, keep walls and ceilings the same colour and texture, and use complementary shades throughout the bathroom– fewer contrasts and transitions will help maintain the sense of space. Floating bathroom units also draw the eye to visible floor space underneath them, and clear glass shower screens will keep the room feeling open and airy. Finishing touches like artfully placed large mirrors will also make small bathrooms appear more expansive.4