Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architect: Murphy & Co . Design | Interiors: Twist Interior Design | Landscaping: TOPO | Photographer: Corey Gaffer

The project involved using a combination of stone in both the kitchen and bathroom and the result is a true showpiece home in Dublin 13. The Calacatta Marble in the bathroom adds sophistication and luxury whilst the Blue Night Quartzite in the kitchen adds real character and fusion to this beautiful space. The quartzite, one of the most durable stone materials available, has been book matched on the island and on the cooker backsplash, creating a one of piece of art. Materials used: Calacatta Marble and Blue Night Quartzite. Status: Completed in Summer 2016.

Bathroom Design by Scott Trainor of Cypress Design Co and Tara Mernick of re:designri Photography by Jessica Pohl

Custom Surface Solutions - Owner Craig Thompson (512) 430-1215. This project shows a remodeled master bathroom with 12" x 24" tile on a vertical offset pattern used on the walls and floors. Includes glass mosaic accent band and shower box, and Fantasy Brown marble knee wall top and seat surface.

This luxurious steam shower exudes relaxation with it's 2 benches long enough to lay down on and fully let the day slip away. This large steam shower uses Julian Tile, Calacatta, 23.5x23.5 tile. As an added extra detail there is custom tiling on the floor as a focal point for sure footing.

1313- 12 Cliff Road, Highland Park, IL, This new construction lakefront home exemplifies modern luxury living at its finest. Built on the site of the original 1893 Ft. Sheridan Pumping Station, this 4 bedroom, 6 full & 1 half bath home is a dream for any entertainer. Picturesque views of Lake Michigan from every level plus several outdoor spaces where you can enjoy this magnificent setting. The 1st level features an Abruzzo custom chef’s kitchen opening to a double height great room.

Jack Bates Photography

Free ebook, CREATING THE IDEAL KITCHEN Download now → http://bit.ly/idealkitchen After having remodeled their kitchen, and two other baths in the home, the master bathroom was the last on the list of rooms to update for this couple. The existing bath had a small sink area with his and hers sinks and then a pocket door into the main bath which housed the tub, shower and commode. The main problem was the outdated look of the space, which was rather dark and dreary, and the giant unused whirlpool tub which took up more than its fair share of the footprint. To brighten the space, we used a pallet of soft gray porcelain tile on the floor and ceramic subway tiles on the walls. Carrera marble and nickel plumbing brighten the room and help amplify the sunlight streaming in through the existing skylight and vaulted ceiling. We first placed the new freestanding tub on an angle near the window so that users can take advantage of the view and light while soaking in the tub. A new, much larger shower takes up the other corner and delivers some symmetry to the room and is now a luxurious, useable and comfortable size. The commode was relocated to the right of the new shower, so it is visually tucked away. The existing opening between the sink area and the main area was widened and the door removed so that the homeowners can enjoy the light from the larger room while using the sinks each morning. A step up into the tub/shower area provides additional interest and was a happy accident and solution required to accommodate running the plumbing through the existing floor joists. Because the existing room felt quite contemporary with the vaulted ceiling, we added a run of crown molding around the top and a chair rail to the top of the tile to provide some traditional touches to the room. We think this space is lovely, relaxing and serene and are so honored to have been chosen by these wonderful homeowners to help provide them with a relaxing master bath sanctuary! Designer: Susan Klimala Assistant Designer: Keri Rogers

Scott Pfeiffer Photography

Martin King Photography

Photography: Werner Straube

Peter Valli

Victor Boghossian Photography www.victorboghossian.com 818-634-3133

photo by Chipper Hatter