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The exterior is mainly stucco, but part of the house is wrapped in shiplap (seen here, painted gray) to better connect it with the property's existing home, which dates back 100 years.

A set of French doors serves as the entryway to the home, which opens onto a flagstone patio where the family entertains.

Living Area and Kitchen

Another customization of the Basis Linoleum in olive with handles,edges and counter tops done in natural oak.

Finishing the kitchen cabinets was Bonnie's biggest challenge. "I initially stained the cabinets a deep walnut color but when my plan for quartz countertops fell through I decided to use real walnut for the countertops instead. I deconstructed the cabinets (again) and began the process of sanding and painting over the stain. It was tedious, but I'm so glad I did it." The cabinets are painted Light Blue by Farrow and Ball and fitted with Emtek hardware.

Located in Park Ridge, Illinois, this kitchen renovation gives new life to a midcentury that has been passed down through generations.

The period-appropriate kitchen is painted in Corbusier's Ceruleum Pale and features cabinets designed with integrated handles.

The curved wood ceiling leads to a large oculi that brings in all-day sunshine and reinforces the home’s connection between inside and out.

Five House by M Gooden Design floor plan