Photos by Benjamin Ryan Productions
Since 1987, Kim Meier and his team at KLM Builders and Remodelers have been providing homeowners with well-defined and -constructed homes at an incredible value. The company’s motto,“Our standards are others’ options,” rings true in every home construction project they handle.
Partnering with homeowners throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin, KLM Builders offers a wealth of single-family home designs that reflect what today’s homeowners are seeking. From charming, smaller-scale, ranch-style homes to expansive, two-story gems, KLM offers something for everyone.
One of KLM Builders’ much-celebrated recent model homes is located in Richmond, Illinois. Called the Pasadena II Ranch, this modern farmhouse-style design, situated on one acre in the Preservation Oaks development, boasts 2,100 square feet and exudes a stunning open concept plan. Designed for homeowners who enjoy unique architectural details, this three-bedroom layout features an expansive floor plan with upgraded finishes throughout.
The home’s foyer includes a stepped ceiling complete with LED lighting that complements the home’s open, airy feel. The flex room adjacent to the foyer is ideal for a dining room or home office. As you venture further into the home, the great room features towering vaulted ceilings, complete with shiplap and classic oak beams connecting the great room to the kitchen to create an expansive yet inviting space. The state-of-the-art kitchen features stone countertops, maple cabinetry, a nine-foot island, a custom wood hood over the cooktop and additional LED lighting to further illuminate the space. The delightful morning room can be used as a screened porch or a quiet, relaxing space year-round.
“The fireplace of this home features a 42-inch wide firebox, that not only features a great flame pattern, but it provides a lot of heat into the space,” Meier says.“We also incorporated a split-faced travertine marble face that gives a little bit of a rustic touch.”
Throughout the home, the finishing elements include interior baseboards that feature modern farmhouse style, with square, simple lines. The home’s wide-plank laminate flooring by Mannington looks exactly like hardwood, yet is waterproof, scratch-resistant and extremely durable, making it an ideal choice for families with young children, pets or grandchildren.
The three-bedroom, ranch house design includes the sought-after split bedroom design — with two guest bedrooms on one side of the home, and the owner’s suite on the opposite side. A stunning, dual-crown molding effect complements the stepped ceiling in the owner’s suite. In addition, KLM incorporated an awe-inspiring feature “headboard” wall that is framed out with panels and finished in a semi-gloss paint.
The beautiful primary bath is the ideal space to relax and unwind. Complete with his-and-hers vanities with under- mount cast iron bowls, the bath also features a unique center tower between the two vanities that provides additional storage. A stone quartz backsplash and a beautiful porcelain tile floor are durable surfaces that don’t require maintenance. The oversized shower features a convenient seating space, and there is a separate toilet closet.The area is complete with a walk-in closet as well as a linen closet for additional storage.
On the opposite side of the home, there are two guest bedrooms and a full bath, which boasts the ever-popular two- by-four-foot porcelain tile. Recognizing the need for a mudroom space, KLM designed an ingenious “drop zone” area directly off of the garage that provides ample space to sit down and take shoes on and off, as well as storage cabinets and coat closets.The laundry room is located nearby. The stairwell leading to the finished lower level features an extra wide staircase to continue the open, airy design of the home.
And for those looking for high-end vehicle and accessory storage, the garage is a standout. “We also included a three-car garage in this home,” Meier says.“We epoxy-coated the entire floor and we insulated the garage walls and the ceiling, while also using insulated garage doors.We put a supplemental heater and air conditioning system in the garage with a separate thermostat as well so we can keep the garage any temperature we want.”
For more on the Pasadena II Ranch, a video tour of the space is available at youtube.com/watch?v=Bqb1ZXnbjSc.
KLM BUILDERS AND REMODELERS
10902 Preservation Way Richmond, IL 60071
815-678-4018 | klmbuildersinc.com
