Lighting Up A St. Charles Hall Bath The St. Charles homeowners in this Project Spotlight were ready to make some big changes in their home’s two bathrooms. J&J remodeled both spaces – but the looks were so different, we’ve featured them in different blogs! Here we shifted the color scheme in this guest bathroom to something lighter, made some key changes that helped the space feel roomier, and added touches that created a more functional environment.   The previous configuration, with a shower-tub combo that visually shortened the room, underutilized counter space, a single sink, and lighting that did little […]

A Big St. Charles Master Bathroom Reveal Believe it or not, this is the same bathroom! When we say this was a big reveal for these St. Charles homeowners, we aren’t exaggerating. This master bath had the square footage and potential for a well-designed and luxurious retreat, but it was divided up by smaller walls. After consulting with the owners, our design team worked up a plan that removed walls, opened up the shower area, and kept the features they loved. Removing the walls around the existing shower stall kicked off the changes. The replacement was a whole new look.

Rustic to Fantastic Wheaton Master Bath Project Rustic to Fantastic! The Wheaton homeowners in this week’s Project Spotlight were ready to take their smaller bathroom into the wide-open spaces. Here at J&J, we like to remind our clients that we are experienced at expanding rooms by building out from the existing structure or reworking the existing floor plan. Read on to see the big transformation! The old bathroom was missing out on a lot of storage and other helpful features. A pedestal sink took up space, and louvered closet doors extended out into the bathroom, blocking the traffic flow. The

Aurora Master Bath Project This Aurora master bath remodel uses a soft color palette and subtle stone patterns for a soothing effect. Before, the room lost valuable floor space to an oversized tub and a built-in bench. Now, it’s a well-designed retreat! The J&J design team was able to show the homeowners how their new space would look with a virtual model of the room. With the changes we proposed, including moving walls and replacing fixtures, this helped everyone have a clear picture of the exciting upgrades. By removing the old tub, the bathroom opened up dramatically, putting the focus

Bathroom Updates Reflect A Whole New Look For This Wheaton Home Taking the time to make sure the bathroom updates complemented other renovations worked beautifully in the Wheaton home. J&J worked with the homeowners to upgrade their master and hall bathrooms, as well as completing a kitchen renovation. The new looks flowed into each other seamlessly! Both these bathrooms were ready for a change-up. As a team that specializes in light and bright updates for homes, our designers were able to show the clients how the renovations would look in both rooms. The hall bathroom was brightened up with a whole new

Wheaton Kitchen and Dining Room Transformation – A Great Open Concept Space Appears! Taking the time to assess floor plans and make some bigger changes was the key to this successful Wheaton, IL update. Our clients wanted to open up their floor plan as much as possible in their 1960s home, while updating appliances, adding more storage, and more. Let’s dive into this exciting project! The homeowners were anxious to open up the space. Several big changes involved our architects. The decision was made to remove the existing wall between the dining room and kitchen, as well as the wall between

Historic Aurora Bathroom Not all of our projects have the history of this 150-year-old Aurora bathroom renovation! It was time to bring this hallway bath into the 21st Century with some bright new updates, period-appropriate wainscoting, and tile touches. This project is a great example of combining old and new, with respect for the period architecture meshing perfectly with modern touches. Goals: The old colors in this room were making it seem much smaller than it actually was. A full bath with a large window, it had the potential to squeeze in a lot more luxury – and feel larger

Classic, Elegant Master Bath Update in Aurora Ever wanted the feeling of a relaxing, luxurious spa in your own home? Check out this elegant master bathroom update in Aurora! Cool and calming, the colors chosen in this space are beautifully grounded by the finish the homeowners selected on the cabinets. The Woodharbor Breeze vanity and vanity wall cabinet are made of cherry wood, and finished in a deep, appealing Java finish. The look is reminiscent of fine antique furniture, and the cabinetry details are what make the difference. The large crown molding provides a strong anchor and helps break up

Twice the Impact in this Two Bathroom Renovation Project Renovating two bathrooms in one project is a brave step!  At this Aurora, IL residence, the homeowners were ready to make big changes in their master and hall bathrooms. J&J Construction partnered with the couple to create both new rooms – each with a cool, serene take on the latest colorways and materials. The end results? All of the above, now with streamlined efficiency and layouts that work beautifully. Goals: At the time of renovation, these bathrooms were serviceable but outdated. Updating the cabinets, bringing a sense of openness to the spaces,

Inspired Changes In This Plainfield Master Bath Project This Plainfield master bathroom remodel uses a whole range of creamy tones for a roomy, tailored makeover. J&J Construction worked closely with the homeowners to create their wish list items like more storage and ample countertop space, as well as a luxury shower with great amenities. The original bathroom plan only provided enough room for one shared sink and a limited amount of storage. With a shower on the same wall as the vanity, and a bathtub occupying the opposite wall, space was limited. The homeowners were ready to remove the bathtub,