The Lakeview Legacy

Neighborhood:

Lakeview, Chicago

Project type:

Primary Bathroom Renovation

Services:

Renovation, Furnishing & Decor

Description:

This vibrant Guest Bathroom renovation in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood was inspired by a single, sentimental item—a silk scarf collected during the homeowner’s travels through Asia. The client, a spirited retiree and lifelong adventurer, wanted the space to feel bold, joyful, and personal. Set within a historic mansion-turned-condo, the updated traditional design pays homage to the home’s architectural bones while turning up the volume through saturated hues, luxe finishes, and thoughtful details.

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Outline Interiors took a simple scarf of mine as inspiration and created a magical guest bath space from a 1980's taupe horror show. The design and project management team brought color, vitality, functionality, style and impeccable craftsmanship to what is now a showpiece. Even better - Outline created tweaks and upgrades to other rooms to bring the entire home to a consistent level of loveliness. I am delighted.

- Sue

Behind the scenes with Laura

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A custom-framed display of the scarf anchors the room’s color story, echoed in custom Ann Sacks blue tile, elegant Waterworks fixtures, and a rich Cambria countertop. We replaced dated mirrored walls with vibrant hardscape finishes and designed a custom floating vanity that balances visual lightness with practical, personalized storage. It’s a space full of soul and intention—designed to delight both the homeowner and her guests with its global influence and fearless charm.

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