Drafting like this brings me back to my studio days! Hard to believe it has been 6 years!
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Showing posts with label ACCENT TILE. Show all posts
Monday, April 27, 2015
Draft Day...
Last week was all about drafting up tile drawings for some pretty awesome clients! Later this fall photos will follow showing how this fun project turned out. Tile sketches help to give you an idea of what you can expect with your tile installation - although not exact - they give you a pretty good indication of how your tile will be set.
Drafting like this brings me back to my studio days! Hard to believe it has been 6 years!
Drafting like this brings me back to my studio days! Hard to believe it has been 6 years!
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Make the Old NEW
This is a project that I have pulled out of my archives (am I old enough to have "archives" yet!?). Anyways....this was a simple little country bathroom that needed a new tub/shower & vanity.
My clients had an old dresser that they wanted to use as a vanity - which I thought was such an awesome idea - we cut it out and inserted the sink into it - the best part - the drawers are still used for storage below - existing handles and all! A few pebbles in the bottom for a spa feel and...complete! A furniture piece vanity, a family piece saved & a beautiful outcome!
For the shower we used a travertine high definition printed to look like marble adorned with a custom marble & glass decorative piece that I designed. Marble chair rails frame in a glass marble decorative accent piece for a creative custom piece that adds just the right amount of detail to compliment the surrounding tile.
Powder fixtures and brushed nickel accessories surrounded by neutral paint complete the soft country blue bathroom my clients desired - so adorable!!
My clients had an old dresser that they wanted to use as a vanity - which I thought was such an awesome idea - we cut it out and inserted the sink into it - the best part - the drawers are still used for storage below - existing handles and all! A few pebbles in the bottom for a spa feel and...complete! A furniture piece vanity, a family piece saved & a beautiful outcome!
For the shower we used a travertine high definition printed to look like marble adorned with a custom marble & glass decorative piece that I designed. Marble chair rails frame in a glass marble decorative accent piece for a creative custom piece that adds just the right amount of detail to compliment the surrounding tile.
Powder fixtures and brushed nickel accessories surrounded by neutral paint complete the soft country blue bathroom my clients desired - so adorable!!
TLC
It's November!!
Fall is always one of the busiest times of the year for me - both with work - and with life in general! Somehow I have found some time to catch my breath and reflect on a few projects. I head out to cabinetry training in Canada next week to learn the latest and greatest in frameless cabinetry design and then have a few wild weeks so here's a few blogs to wrap up this month- in advance!
Like I always say... I LOVE my clients - and here's just another example of a project that I have completed for an awesome family!!
This home was not even quite purchased when I started this project. The family was moving in town from out in the country and had me come in and take a look at the home before it was purchased to make sure it had potential - and it totally did! It was a very simple home that was basically just a little out dated - it just needed a little TLC and a swap out of most of the interior materials.
Since the job was a while out of town I set them up with a local contractor to take care of construction, putting in a sliding glass door for a new deck that will be installed this coming spring and coordinating plumbing, electrical, moving and so much more - and he did great!!
The design was very simple - keeping things light, warm, cozy and neutral so they could get moved in and then spend time putting their own touch on the home with their new furniture & accessories along with a few existing pieces they were brining with. I have seen photos since with furniture and they did a great job with their selections!!
In the bathroom we tore out the existing acrylic tub/shower and gold door - which was so gorgeous - but I just could not bear to let it stay! Warm tile with a soft accent was added and touched off with a stunning glass & oil rubbed bronze door - with of course a clear shield finish to shed water deposits and keep the glass crystal clear!!
Of course accessories were added - a bench & shelving for storage. A mosaic allows a bit of contrast between the floor & wall tile. The bathroom floor is a vinyl tile so that it adds a little warmth for feet. We kept the existing cabinetry in the home because it was in good condition but added new lighting, plumbing & HD laminate tops with under mount sinks.
Through the rest of the house we did a fresh coat of paint, new carpet, new vinyl tile in the other bathroom & added a few updates in the kitchen and dining room. A new chandelier was added for over the dining table in the foyer.
In the kitchen we did a custom stain & door match and added a desk area to the kitchen. We also replaced the plumbing and added this great faucet - I love the design AND it has a magnet where the sprayer is recessed so that over time it doesn't start to droop. New HD laminate tops and an under mount sink were also added.
A travertine backsplash polishes off the kitchen. I adore the classic look of travertine & the harlequin pattern is PERFECT for this kitchen!
Wood flooring and a new chandelier was another addition - the floor is GORGEOUS!! It is a rustic hickory and was the perfect option to contrast with the existing trim, doors & cabinetry. It added just enough character and looks great with their new furniture that is now in the space!
Another design inspired - by another wonderful client - another renovation successfully COMPLETE!
Fall is always one of the busiest times of the year for me - both with work - and with life in general! Somehow I have found some time to catch my breath and reflect on a few projects. I head out to cabinetry training in Canada next week to learn the latest and greatest in frameless cabinetry design and then have a few wild weeks so here's a few blogs to wrap up this month- in advance!
Like I always say... I LOVE my clients - and here's just another example of a project that I have completed for an awesome family!!
This home was not even quite purchased when I started this project. The family was moving in town from out in the country and had me come in and take a look at the home before it was purchased to make sure it had potential - and it totally did! It was a very simple home that was basically just a little out dated - it just needed a little TLC and a swap out of most of the interior materials.
Since the job was a while out of town I set them up with a local contractor to take care of construction, putting in a sliding glass door for a new deck that will be installed this coming spring and coordinating plumbing, electrical, moving and so much more - and he did great!!
The design was very simple - keeping things light, warm, cozy and neutral so they could get moved in and then spend time putting their own touch on the home with their new furniture & accessories along with a few existing pieces they were brining with. I have seen photos since with furniture and they did a great job with their selections!!
Of course accessories were added - a bench & shelving for storage. A mosaic allows a bit of contrast between the floor & wall tile. The bathroom floor is a vinyl tile so that it adds a little warmth for feet. We kept the existing cabinetry in the home because it was in good condition but added new lighting, plumbing & HD laminate tops with under mount sinks.
In the kitchen we did a custom stain & door match and added a desk area to the kitchen. We also replaced the plumbing and added this great faucet - I love the design AND it has a magnet where the sprayer is recessed so that over time it doesn't start to droop. New HD laminate tops and an under mount sink were also added.
A travertine backsplash polishes off the kitchen. I adore the classic look of travertine & the harlequin pattern is PERFECT for this kitchen!
Wood flooring and a new chandelier was another addition - the floor is GORGEOUS!! It is a rustic hickory and was the perfect option to contrast with the existing trim, doors & cabinetry. It added just enough character and looks great with their new furniture that is now in the space!
Another design inspired - by another wonderful client - another renovation successfully COMPLETE!
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Lesson 1: Quarter Sawn Oak
I would have to say that one of my favorite wood species is quarter sawn oak. MMmmmm...it always looks gorgeous and beautiful!
It creates a feeling of warmth within any home and always seems to have a sense of history. In the above bathroom I used quarter sawn oak to create a Arts & Crafts style bathroom. I paired it with a stunning granite top, oil rubbed bronze fixtures and to complete the look a stone & glass backsplash that spills out around the mirror.
What is quarter sawn oak?
Oak and quarter sawn oak are the same wood species but the difference is in the way that they are cut from the log. Quarter sawn oak is cut at a 90 degree angle from the growth rings. The chart below shows how they determine the cuts that will come from the log. Quarter sawn oak is typically an upgrade because it is less efficient to cut the wood comparted to a standard sawn material and there is more waste when you cut the log as shown below. Quarter sawn oak is famous for it's warm feel, silver graining (the little white streaks) and ability to stain beautifuly.
The photo below from my cabinet line, Omega Cabinetry shows the graning typical of a quarter sawn oak. As you can see it stains beautifully and has a warm & rich look to it.
Here are a few more photos of the above bathroom I designed using the quarter sawn oak.
Bathroom vanity & linen. You can also see the new shower in the background.
Vanity sink & shower
A hand held shower is an option to consider in a custom shower. Becuase it can detach the shower head can make it extermely easy to clean the shower as you can just spray down the entire space.
Dan Savageau was the contractor on this job and did an AMAZING job with the doors! Check out the awesome details the incorporated.
I enjoy incorporating small details into my designs! It is the little things that count and can make a huge difference in the overall completed space such as this tile border that wraps around the room.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
North Dakota Country Living
I am proud to say that this space I designed was featured in our ad for this month's "Inspired Home" magazine!! Below is the awesome ad that was put together to feature our store's work for all of Fargo to see!
Kitchen island & HUGE pantry - I would cook much more often if I had all of that storage! I try to use baskets or drawers on the bottom of pantry cabinetry so you have to bend down and dig less to get items from the lower spaces.
This project was a huge undertaking and it really pushed me as a designer because it was the largest scope of work that I have had for a client. Myself and a salesperson at our store named Brian worked on this project for months to create a truly unique space for this family.
This is a renovation of an existing home along with an addition. Basically a home was built around an existing home and our goal was to keep as much as the existing space while creating a seamless transition to the new spaces in the home.
Finishes were selected to create a space with a feeling of warmth (which is important with our chilly winters) and a timeless design with a fun twist on country & traditional design elements. Rustic furniture with traditional travertine & contemporary appliances blended styles that the clients liked to create a look unique to them.
Kitchen & eat in dining space
Kitchen range wall & island
Dining Room
Custom entry bench & laundry room
Entry into the master bathroom shower
Aaah...Spa! Master bathroom shower
Master bath custom wood tub surround - perfect for both access for plumbing and a custom look!
Master bath vanities - Each has a linen on the end with a central storage cabinet in the center.
Custom rustic alder fireplace mantle
Custom built in cabinetry in the mud room & my FAVORITE accessories! This pull out goes in a vanity cabinet and provides a safe place to store hot irons and curling irons when you are finished using them and need to get going with your day! There are also storage bins below the stainless iron storage spaces. This piece is worth every penny and provides easy and accessible storage!
Accessible bathroom
Monday, May 7, 2012
Custom Details Make The Difference!
After drawing up plans I had the stain glass panels custom made for each cabinet and they were the last finishing touch on this kitchen renovation. New stainless appliances, custom black painted accent moldings, custom cherry cabinets and a streamline Corian Witch Hazel top rounded out this kitchen to create a contemporary but warm space for the family to enjoy.
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Bath Design
Gosh it has been a while! This spring has been crazy! Between the Fargo & Moorhead areas booming with new construction and remodeling and being in Chicago for the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show I need to catch up on my blogging. I have so many projects to post it is hard to decide which to share with you next!
This bathroom is one that I had a blast working on.... although thinking back...I have a great time working with all of my clients on their projects! When I first walked into this bathroom I noticed that it had great bones to work with but needed a face lift. The client’s intentions were not to tear out the entire space but to keep the pieces that still really worked for them. Any time that I can save pieces in a space I am happy to - it saves my client cost, gives us a piece to start with and work around and best of all - keeps materials out of landfills! The pieces that we saved include the cabinetry & tub; which were the largest items in the space.
The design concept and goal for this space was to create a spa feeling while keeping the space warm and using 2 colors that my client favored - rust & teal. We decided to keep the existing vanities however swapped the tops for a stunning rust color of Cambria quartz. We also switched out the existing chrome fixtures for oil rubbed bronze. To give each vanity a bit more of a furniture piece look sconces were added to each side of the new mirrors (stained to match the existing cabinetry).
The item that made the biggest difference in this space.....tile! We tore out white tile with navy blue accents and opted for a much more luxurious and warm stone look in a porcelain tile. To bring my clients color scheme full circle a handmade glass mosaic from Oceanside Glass was selected to extend around the room to tie the space together. We framed the beautiful mosaic in with hand crafted glass liners from Oceanside Glass. In the shower a pebble floor was used to achieve a spa feeling however we selected flat pebbles so there is not as much texture to the floor.
A light soft teal paint brought color into the space and was the perfect finishing touch to round out the space. Of course we added fun accessories to match such as oil rubbed bronze towel bars, Corian accessories in the shower & rich heavy oil rubbed bronze hardware for the cabinetry.
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