The story of this cottage is truly special. Tucked away in a valley that is home to a community of people who have grown up with each other generationally. It’s a place that has no lack of love and is even where you can find Owner Jenny’s thinking road. Since the community is rooted in its rich history, the homeowner wanted to stay true to the valley’s spirit, but also make it a functional space that fit the family’s personality. In the beginning, the historic cottage had one main room, a porch, and was built on the original tent platform. With uneven floors, rotting boards, and water damaged walls, there was quite a bit of rehab work to do. To see more before pictures, head over to our before & after portfolio. To make the space feel more open and airy, Jenny opened up the kitchen to what was once the main room. This allows for optimal gathering space for the father and sons. To make the space really come alive, pieces of the old and new are found throughout. The trunk, which is being used as a coffee table, is original to the cottage and even has handwritten notes […]

For some, the early stages of considering a remodel project can feel like a personal Indiana Jones adventure. Searching through the deep dark caves to find the legendary crystal skull, or in this case, a #NothingOrdinary kitchen, bath, or wherever space. Whatever your design dilemma, the Karr Bick family is here to help guide you along the way. Few people realize that home designers are all very different creatures. There’s a special skill set needed when it comes to home design. Some designers and builders are short on design skills and long on building expertise, while in many other cases, design talent and training doesn’t necessarily come with technical skills. While these professions revolve around home and building design, there remain some skills that necessitate the hiring of one over the other. Karr Bick Kitchen and Bath designers are masters of their home designing domain. Hiring Karr Bick ensures a smooth transition from dreams to reality. Here’s the how, why, and helpful distinguishing characteristics in the home design profession. Skills Karr Bick Designers Master: Space Planning Karr Bick designers are experienced in interior space planning and additions. If you’re remodeling a kitchen, bathroom, or adding a family room, our designers […]

There’s nothing better than a classic home renovation. For this local family, the kitchen is their cornerstone. After a long day, everyone gathers to create and enjoy a meal together. In order to help reflect the special meaning they felt in this room, the family decided that a remodel was needed. To ensure enough space to come together, Owner Jenny added an island that is slightly taller than normal. All the family members were blessed with height, so this customization is perfect. The island also needed to be multifunctional as the kitchen is the place they cook, eat, do projects and wrap presents. The light fixture makes the room feel polished and delicate. Classic marble countertops add a sense of elegance and are paired perfectly with brass accents. Deep navy cabinetry contrasts against the crisp white in the marble, while bringing a calming effect. The range hood, featuring a refined pattern, is made of printed marble. This special detail makes the space feel unique and personalized. It’s truly a #NothingOrdinary element. With several windows, the kitchen feels open and flows cohesively with the surrounding rooms. Beside the oven, you can find a window seat. It was incorporated to connect the […]

We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again… planning your project is a crucial step. It’s the step that some people jump head first into, while others procrastinate and avoid. Whether you’re team plan or team procrastinate, the step is still equally as important. What Planning Looks Like Though the process of planning looks slightly different for everyone, the same general course of action applies. Your first step is always to seek out inspiration. You may find this on Pinterest, Instagram, Houzz, or maybe it was something you saw on your last vacation? Regardless of where the inspiration comes from, run with it! After you’ve found your inspiration, share your ideas. To be specific, this part of your journey will include the following steps: – A Project Consultation – A Design Consultation – Hire Karr Bick – Discuss Budget Considerations – You Approve the Floor Plan Design – Build Out Evaluations If you want more information on the rest of the process, we have a blog dedicated to sharing what you can expect from your remodel step-by-step. Why Is Planning Important? Planning isn’t always at the top of everyone’s list, but it’s a truly necessary step. Without proper organization […]

As you read in our last blog, we’ve had the honor to welcome designer Ashley Willman Obradovits to our team! Her story, which you can hear more about on our YouTube channel, is truly #NothingOrdinary. One of her proudest design moments was the completion of her daughter’s nursery. After moving into their Cape Cod style house, Ashley and her husband found out they were going to welcome their first child. The second floor had been an attic space, but after finding out she was expecting a girl, Ashley wanted nothing more than to start designing. “I couldn’t wait,” she said. When seeking for inspiration, Ashley had fallen in love with Michelle Morin’s watercolor. She knew she wanted it to be her starting place and her guide throughout the design process. “Not only was it perfect for the nursery, it was also the perfect thing for her to grow into.” Much like her mother, Sonja Willman, Ashley has a deep love for mixing the old with the new. Within this space, she knew she wanted to include precious family heirlooms that were dear to her heart. The nightstand came from the home she grew up in. There’s a bunny needlepoint piece, […]

With a long to-do list of projects around the house, the homeowners became overwhelmed and wanted to throw in the towel and move. After much convincing by their daughters, they decided on a complete remodel instead and called Karr Bick to help rescue them. When approaching Designer Wendy, the homeowners had clear insight on what they wanted. With Scandinavian family roots, the goal was to blend functionality and simplicity with natural beauty. Originally, the kitchen was dark and featured several hues of beige. After it’s transformation, this space feels like a breath of fresh air. The moonstone color blocked cabinets add a modern flair. The zellige backsplash, which wraps around the whole kitchen, provide interest and is complimented by dark features. Blonde wood shelving brings warmth to the kitchen but still rings true of the color theme. Lastly, inspired by the nature seen through the windows, an organic light fixture hangs above the breakfast table. Through these different design dynamics, the space has evolved to fit the feel and function the homeowners desired. The fireplace, which served as the centerpiece of their living room, was completely outdated. The goal was to make the fireplace seem like it was meant to […]

In the early stages of considering a remodel, you may feel overwhelmed, confused, and lost on where to start. With so many opinions floating around, it can seem hard to find the starting spot. Maybe you even begin to ask your fairy godmother for a magical list that would show you step-by-step of what to do and expect? Lucky for you, the Karr Bick fairy heard your pleas and has come to make your life that much easier! Below, you’ll find the start to finish of a remodel. Inspiration Start gathering ideas for what you want to see reflected within your own space. Are you looking to add a fresh new color, marble countertops, fun wallpaper, or all of the above? Also think about how you want the space to make you feel. Remember, we all naturally have an inner voice. Quiet down, so you can listen to what it’s trying to tell you. Oh, and don’t forget to go with your gut! Inspiration can come from all directions. The following are some quick links to get your creative juice flowing: – Our Virtual Showroom – HOUZZ Portfolio – Our Pinterest Page – Our Instagram – Meet the Designers – […]

There’s almost nothing as satisfying as an amazing transformation. Whether the Before features awkward cabinetry, poor lighting, lack of storage, or all of the above, the After is always pleasing to the eye. Naturally, all spaces have their own unique story. We’ve been lucky enough to help families finetune their story and create a space that shares their happily ever after. Below, you’ll find some of our favorite transformation stories. Before its stunning transformation, this kitchen felt awkwardly cut off and dated. Even with optimal natural light, the room still felt gloomy. With wallpaper featuring ivy vines, dark wood cabinetry, and countertop splitting the space in half, this space wasn’t making the homeowners happy. That is, of course, until it underwent its own facelift. Now when you enter the kitchen, you’re happily welcomed by a polished and sophisticated space. When your laundry room is dark and stuffy, laundry is a chore. Once it underwent its transformation, doing laundry in this space became a peaceful activity. With beige walls and tiled floor, the room just felt blah. After its remodel, the space had a charming cottage feel. Natural lighting and light cabinetry brightened the room up, while also bringing a fresh […]

At Karr Bick, we always tell our clients that they’re in for a #NothingOrdinary experience. What do we mean when we say this? Naturally, we want to help create a space that speaks to your soul. Not only will the end result be easy on the eyes, it will also reflect a piece of who you are and become a personal sanctuary. At the end of the day, if it isn’t speaking to who you are as a person, it may not feel like your complete refuge. We don’t just want your journey to end with just a #NothingOrdinary space. The experience is just as important to us. Through our fine tuned process, we are confident in promising our clients that their design adventure will be outstanding. Listed below is a snapshot of some tangible things to prove this. Our Designers: The Karr Bick team is composed of nothing but the best. Our designers are professional and award winning. With numerous magazine features, winning rooms in At Home’s Architect & Designer Awards, and even a magazine cover from At Home St. Louis, our team has truly showcased their talent in designing customer-inspired spaces. Regardless of how many awards our team […]

At Karr Bick, we’ve been lucky enough to have clients who’ve braved into our exclusive color package. Adding color to a space is one of our favorite ways to take things to the next level, so we’re always eager when someone leans into this adventure. Let’s not forget that the advantages of color are abundant! Like any journey, a color quest is always easier with a map. Luckily for you, we happen to have that map handy! In order to help guide you on your color journey, we’ve teamed up with some of our favorite vendors to bring you an exclusive package. This bundle has helped our clients expand their color palette, and the spaces that have come out of it are nothing short of stunning! To begin their color journey, a local family worked with Designer Rebekah. After fully understanding the family’s personality and their vision of the spaces, they embarked on tackling them in a colorful way. Since the project involved three different bathrooms, the clients and Rebekah agreed to experiment in different ways. Whether it was the tile or cabinet color, each bathroom resulted in a stunning space. Now that the projects are close to being completed, […]