WILMETTE PROJECT: NORTH SHORE TOWNHOUSE

The upside of a basement equipment malfunction? A full renovation and updated aesthetic to transform a townhouse into a bright, inviting home. By removing overhead kitchen cabinets and a sizeable built-in wall unit the central and communal area of this home are effectively taller, wider and brighter. Now gleaming lanterns and delicate sconces welcome more light to the center of the house and visually expand the kitchen and adjacent den. New details such as replacing the wood floor entry with brick tile, adding a soft arch to mark the transition from den to the dining area, and newly applied panel molding add thoughtful elements of dimension and texture.