This sunny library was created with the idea of light! Inspired by European reading rooms, white and ethnic objects, the room is a fresh take on the traditional library of yesteryear. Photographer-Janet Mesic Mackie

Overview Extension and complete refurbishment. The Brief The existing house had very shallow rooms with a need for more depth throughout the property by extending into the rear garden which is large and south facing. We were to look at extending to the rear and to the end of the property, where we had redundant garden space, to maximise the footprint and yield a series of WOW factor spaces maximising the value of the house. The brief requested 4 bedrooms plus a luxurious guest space with separate access; large, open plan living spaces with large kitchen/entertaining area, utility and larder; family bathroom space and a high specification ensuite to two bedrooms. In addition, we were to create balconies overlooking a beautiful garden and design a ‘kerb appeal’ frontage facing the sought-after street location. Buildings of this age lend themselves to use of natural materials like handmade tiles, good quality bricks and external insulation/render systems with timber windows. We specified high quality materials to achieve a highly desirable look which has become a hit on Houzz. Our Solution One of our specialisms is the refurbishment and extension of detached 1930’s properties. Taking the existing small rooms and lack of relationship to a large garden we added a double height rear extension to both ends of the plan and a new garage annex with guest suite. We wanted to create a view of, and route to the garden from the front door and a series of living spaces to meet our client’s needs. The front of the building needed a fresh approach to the ordinary palette of materials and we re-glazed throughout working closely with a great build team.

Leslie Fine Interiors

Marcel Page Photography

Among the standout elements of this home is the kitchen, featuring Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. Materials of Note: Walker Zanger and Iron Gate tile; Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances; marble and granite countertops throughout home; lighting from Remains; cast-stone mantel in living room; custom stained glass inserts in master bathroom Rachael Boling Photography

Photographer: Todd Pierson

Eclectic Living Room, Living Room with neutral color sofa, Living room with pop of color, living room wallpaper, cowhide patch rug. Color block custom drapery curtains. Black and white/ivory velvet curtains, Glass coffee table. Styled coffee table. Velvet and satin silk embroidered pillows. Floor lamp and side table. Photography: Matthew Dandy

Please visit my website directly by copying and pasting this link directly into your browser: http://www.berensinteriors.com/ to learn more about this project and how we may work together! These custom designed floating bookshelves make for an artful way to display books and collectibles. Robert Naik Photography.

Living Room. Photo credit: Ricci Shryock

Walls are Sherwin Williams Wool Skein.

photo credit: Tricialee Photography

This living room was inspired by the love of neutrals and an urge from the client to incorporate pops of colour. Yellow and Gray was our launch palette. We soon found lovely visuals, to support our mission. We kept the furniture calm and serene then punched each piece with pops of fun sunshine yellow!! I know if you read my descriptions Yet again one of my favorite projects!!! I can't help it, I love them all!! Thanks Jack and Angel, it was a pleasure working with you both :) This project is 5+ years old. Most items shown are custom (eg. millwork, upholstered furniture, drapery). Most goods are no longer available. Benjamin Moore paint.

Richard Leo Johnson Wall Color: BM Moonshine OC-56 (eggshell) Ceiling Color: BM Super White (eggshell) Rafter Color: BM Sea Haze 2137-50 (semi gloss) Chandelier: Ochre Lighting - Arctic Pear Chandelier Rug: KPM Flooring Sofa: Hickory Chair 9th Street M2M Sofa Kidney Pillow Fabric: Dransfield and Ross - Trident Stripe Accent Pillow: Dransfield and Ross - Tonga Coffee Table: Verellen Custom Oak Coffee Table Club Chairs: Hickory Chair Monroe Chair End Table: Artesia Soraya Round Stone End Table

Aaron Leitz Photography

A custom home builder in Chicago's western suburbs, Summit Signature Homes, ushers in a new era of residential construction. With an eye on superb design and value, industry-leading practices and superior customer service, Summit stands alone. Custom-built homes in Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, Western Springs, and other western suburbs.