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Wall Flats Revisited

2012-04-27T13:31:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to pass along an image my client sent me of the completed WallFlats wall. It turned out beautifully and I hope to have some of my own photos of the space soon. Yes, that's a giant flat screen hanging on the wall. Enjoy!

Malcolm Associates Granted Veteran Status

2012-04-24T07:10:00.000-07:00

Our press release... For Immediate Release 19 April 2012 Malcolm Associates, Inc. Receives Veteran Owned Small Business Certification Malcolm Associates, Inc., a local architectural and design firm, has recently been certified as a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) by the Center for Veterans Enterprise (CVE) of the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. Based upon an extensive review the firm’s organization, management, ownership, professional certifications, operations and financial documents the VOSB program identifies and validates veteran-owned businesses. The VOSB status is necessary and vital for federal, state and local government procurement processes, and for companies who want to “buy veteran” in support of their respective diversity programs. Malcolm Associates, Inc. is a family owned and operated, full service architectural and design firm has served the area since 1981. Having served in the USAF during the early 1970's, Jim Malcolm graduated with honors from Concord High School and Ball State University. A licensed architect in Indiana, Illinois and Ohio, Malcolm is the owner and President of the company. Daughter Kellie Malcolm jointed the firm in 2007. In addition to being a licensed architect in Wisconsin, Georgia and Indiana, Kellie is also a LEED professional and a registered interior designer. Malcolm Associates, Inc. was incorporated in 1989. Originally from Goshen, the firm moved to the Warsaw area in 2007. MAI’s local clients and projects include Winona Lake Grace Brethren Church, Kosciusko REMC, Biomet and Symmetry Medical. Additional information about Malcolm Associates, Inc. can be found on the VA’s website at this link or by contacting Mr. Malcolm at 800-776-6935 or via email at malcolminc@wildblue.net -Kellie

Lake House-Almost Complete!

2012-04-17T06:55:00.000-07:00

I am very happy to announce the owners of the Lake House project will be moving into their new and improved home this week!

To recap what we did, we basically kept as much of the existing structure and layout as we could to save the owners money. The kitchen, existing bathroom, and utility room all remained in their original spots. We used the dining space within the kitchen to make the kitchen larger and pushed their dining room into what was their living room.

We added a bedroom and a master suite making their home a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. They now also have a vaulted ceiling in their living room and much more storage than before.

The owners are very happy and looking forward to many happy years with their growing family in their new home!

WallFlats

2012-04-17T06:39:00.001-07:00

While searching online late one night for a 3-Dimensional wall material that was easy to install AND affordable, I came across this website. The product, Wall Flats. Wall Flats are 3-Dimensional embossed tiles made from Bagasse. Evidently, this product is also decent for the environment in addition to the above requirements of ease of install and affordability.

Since discovering this product online, I'm seeing them installed everywhere.
This shot was from a showroom in Chicago. They used the product to wrap around an elevator enclosure just inside the storefront windows.

I also vaguely remember seeing a 3-Dimensional wall surface in the movie Old Dogs and it turns out it was indeed the Wall Flats "Seesaw" pattern. Go ahead, look it up!

The following photos are a pictures I took in the 20th floor penthouse space in Milwaukee yesterday. We decided to use the Wall Flats in the "Stitch" pattern to add extra texture and depth on the large TV wall in the living area. They will wrap the wall perpendicular so one will see them as they turn the corner from the front entry as well.

Winona Lake Grace Brethren Church

2012-03-20T09:41:00.000-07:00

I realized I never posted about a project Malcolm Associates Inc completed last July in Winona Lake Indiana.

In the fall of 2008, we were contacted by Winona Lake Grace Brethren Church in Winona Lake, Indiana. They had a building on their property that used to be the Chicago Photography School they were using as their youth building and as a community outreach space. They needed a space that would be utilized as an extension of their ministry from the main building as well as continue to serve the youth and surrounding community. Our only real limitation as designers was budget-church projects are typically dependent on donations from the congregation.
We have had the privilege to work with this wonderful group and through much patience and understanding, in December of 2010, we celebrated the groundbreaking on their new renovation and addition. In July 2011, They celebrated their dedication and have been using the facility to help them better serve their community.

-KM

Here are some before photos...

Here are some photos during construction...

and finally...

Contact Me!

2012-03-20T09:28:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for an Architect or Interior Designer, considering a new addition, a renovation, a new building project, or just maybe need some guidance regarding a building project on your residence or business, please do not hesitate to contact me! If I cannot help you, I'd be happy to recommend someone who could be of assistance to meet your needs. I can be reached at kellie.malcolm@gmail.com and am happy would be happy to meet with you to discuss what's on your mind!

-KM

Drywall Changes Everything!

2012-03-20T09:18:00.000-07:00

We have drywall now going up in the lake house project! I'm really happy to see how big the spaces look even with drywall. I've said it before and I will say it again, the different progress points of a project always change the feeling dramatically. Sometimes, it scares the client-especially if they've never experienced this before. This house is turning out really nicely and the clients are so excited about their new home. Enjoy!

Lakehouse Update and a Sunny Spring Day

2012-03-07T10:53:00.000-08:00

Things are moving right along on the Lake House project. The contractors are finishing up insulation and preparing for drywall on the interior. Exterior wise, they are finishing up some carpentry on the fascia boards and front porch...then we'll have siding to show you!

In the meantime, here's some great shots I got on this springlike day in northern Indiana! Can't wait for the next post!

Enjoy!

21st Floor Penthouse

2012-02-22T13:00:00.000-08:00

Some shots from the 21st floor penthouse. These were taken right after the owner moved in back in July. First project I was able to work with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances!

Enjoy!

-KM

Lake House Update!

2012-02-22T11:57:00.000-08:00

Things are really moving in Syracuse, IN! Awhile back, a young couple with a new baby asked me to "recreate" their house for them (see here).

Construction started right around Christmas and is really moving along quite well. For this project, we are nearly doubling the square footage of the house. They are going from a 2 bed, 1 bath to a 3 bed, 2 bath home-with an easement to Lake Syracuse, that's not a bad piece of property to own.

The new front facade. They were getting ready to install a huge bay window when I took this picture. Maybe next time....

The new north west facade. We had a lot line limitation (this house has THREE front yards due to a neighborhood plan that shows a road that was never built) and ended up cutting the master bedroom at a 45 degree angle to accommodate this set back. It worked out nicely!

Looking into the kitchen from the new dining room.

Looking onto the new front porch from the living area. Nice new windows!!!

In the master bedroom looking towards the new walk in closet and on suite. To the left in the frame is the 45 degree angle we cut for the lot line.

Will keep posting as more progress is made.

-KM

One Week Till Move In Day...

2012-01-20T20:28:00.000-08:00

I was just informed today my work on the 20th floor renovation in Milwaukee is almost complete and my client is moving in a week from tomorrow. Bittersweet as I've had a wonderful experience working for this client and will miss this project dearly, but at the same time I'm so happy for those who get to enjoy what was only in my head a year ago.

Just thought I'd share some quick pics I took last week when I was in town. Enjoy and I will try to get some more in the next few weeks after I'm back in the states!

Pretty Maps

2011-12-13T11:33:00.000-08:00

Trying to find just the right artwork for your home can be downright frustrating. Artwork can be terribly expensive or just not quite hit the mark. You need to find pieces that fit your personality and don't overshadow your living environment.

I came across this website the other day while looking up interesting holiday gift ideas. I was instantly attracted to the "Pretty Maps" by the artist Aaron Straup Cope and thought how fun these would be in a grouping...and talk about personalization. Maybe your favorite city or hometown is here. The prices are great and you can even order these framed.

My personal favorite....Chicago of course!

*images from http://www.20x200.com/

We're Getting Closer...

2011-12-12T13:48:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to post some more updates I got from Rick Schwenn, the contractor on the two condo projects in Milwaukee. He owns Just-In-Time construction and I must say, these projects have been so enjoyable and that says a lot for the general contractor. His team does fantastic work and he always knows what will look right. He is a contractor who "get's it". He takes great pride in his work, and the results show...he's the one who did that entire media center covered in Modular Arts I posted this past summer.

Here's some updates he sent me this weekend of the guest shower and the kitchen area.
Moving right along!

Updates in Milwaukee

2011-12-09T07:32:00.000-08:00

Last week I had the chance to get back to Milwaukee to check in on the 20th floor build out. We're currently in the finish stages, so things are moving along at a much faster pace. Like I've said before, this is a really fun time for the client because every time they drop in on the site, it looks completely different.
We're still aiming to have the client popping bubbly on new years eve-of this year! We should have him in with only a few things left to wrap up.

The day I took photos was rather gloomy (I believe there was a snowstorm back in Indiana and we were getting the wind storm in Milwaukee pushing the system across the lake).

For all of the bathrooms, we used a mix of Hampton and Devonshire Carrara Marble with Black Galaxy clips on the floor and Lucciare with Snow mosaics all from the Tile Shop. Again, we used TME for the labor. They're professionalism and eye for detail is unparalleled.

Below are all master shower shots. This will be a really cool shower-it's HUGE! Once finished, this shower will be equipped with three adjustable body sprays, a rain shower, adjustable lighting, state of the art sound system, a hand held shower, and a Kohler steam unit. The very last photo is the client's own touch. He added a frosted glass window into the master bedroom...

The following photos are of the living space. We originally didn't think we'd be able to reveal any of the brick, but things worked out, and with a patient contractor, we ended up with this really nice detail around most of the room. There will be up lighting on the brick in the moulding cove. The two angled walls by the balcony door will have electronic LED fireplaces to give the space warmth.

This is an image of the kitchen ceiling before the wood was installed. We decided to create more definition of the kitchen space to lower the kitchen ceiling to match the entry ceiling and wood beams. To further distinguish it from the rest of the living space and add even more warmth, we clad the ceiling in the same bamboo on the beams. This bamboo will flow into the entry and the hallways to the bedrooms.

And with the bamboo....

This last photo is more just for fun. The client turned what would have been a third bedroom into a gym. This is a shot of where this punching bag will hang!

More updates to come as we get closer and closer to the finish line!

Kellie

Drywall Changes Everything

2011-11-03T08:14:00.000-07:00

Drywall went up last week at the second condo in Milwaukee. It's always interesting to see a client's reaction when their space starts to really change. Drywall is the first major change once framing has gone up. The space always seems to look smaller simply because it's more closed in. Acoustics are also dramatically affected. As an Architect, it's fun to get to see the progression of the spaces you design and to see how dramatic each and every step is. As a client, it's sometimes scary as you're probably not around this transformation every day. Suddenly, you walk in and your space doesn't feel like it has for the last month or two.

Change is good and it keeps out eye on the end result. That's what all of this was worth going through anyway!

You suddenly go from this...

To this...

We also had doors delivered this week. Looking forward to the next month and everything coming together.

Still looking at the finish line!!!

Can't wait to get more pictures soon...especially when the fun finish work begins. Going to do final selection of granite on Monday.

Until next time...

Kellie

Some Milwaukee Penthouse Photos

2011-11-02T11:35:00.000-07:00

The Milwaukee Penthouse project is just about ready for it's final photographs. The client is in the process of finding the right furniture for his space.
In the meantime, I will try to get a few new pictures up when I get chances to get photos.

These are some I took of the powder room and guest bathrooms and the kitchen faucet. The guest bathroom really came out great and very modern. A slight contrast from the more traditional look of the other bathrooms.

The kitchen faucet was the from the Delta Touch 20 series. Very cool for a Water Efficient Product. Check it out here.

Lake House

2011-11-02T10:52:00.000-07:00

A young couple came to me last winter needing to renovate their small 850 square foot home to accommodate their growing family. Their current home is rather small and the two of them and their baby are quickly growing out of the space. For this growing family, we are nearly doubling the square feet of their existing home and doing a complete renovation of the existing. It will basically be a brand new house in three months.
We worked closely on this project with the family all summer and are happy to say the contractor has been selected and the family is in the final process of closing on their construction loan. This is a picture of what the home looks like now...stick around for construction photos once this project officially kicks off!

Not only will this family enjoy more space in a newly renovated home, but they will also have a home with a much higher value.

-Kellie

Georgia on My Mind...

2011-10-20T18:30:00.000-07:00

I am pleased to announce I am now licensed to practice Architecture in the state of Georgia, the empire state of the south! Contact me if you have a project or question in this jurisdiction-I'm always happy to help.

-Kellie

Up Next

2011-09-21T13:44:00.000-07:00

Work has been underway on the next project...one floor below the penthouse project of the last post. Thus far, we have the framing wrapping up, all disciplines are finishing up their rough-ins, and we've been talking finishes. My goal is that the client is ringing in the new year (2012, let's get that straight) in his new home. I think we're gonna be close!

Here's a sneak at the master bathroom. He has a 5' X 36" wide whirlpool tub that will be surrounded with a polished white marble with mosaic accents.

The bathroom will also include dual vanities, a separate toilet room, and a steam shower with rain head and body sprays.

Below are some pictures of the different elements and inspiration for this design.

I'm really anxious to see how the powder room turns out. I found a wonderful photo on decorpad.com showing a dark wood powder room with light floors and a chrome washstand. We're doing our own version with the white marble floor with black granite accents, alligator (yes, it's faux) wall covering, and a Restoration Hardware Chrome washstand. This should be very interesting! My client has so much character, I thought the alligator wall covering was his perfect match.

Enjoy!
KM

Almost Ready for the Close Up

2011-08-29T07:41:00.000-07:00

At this point, all that's left on the Milwaukee Penthouse Project are some very small touch ups. Client has been in residence for almost two months and could not be more pleased. Most recent additions to complete the home we mechanical black out shades for the master bedroom and 3% opacity shades for the rest of the unit to diffuse the intense sunshine that comes through the 4' wide by almost 8' tall windows. With the addition of the shades, client has been able to cut his cooling bills tremendously.

Also finished, the Modular Arts installation. We used the Dune pattern for this install and wrapped it completely around the media center closet. It is basically a giant four sided sculpture that also serves to create a formal entryway and privacy to the master bedroom. Paired with the cultured stone columns from Dutch Quality Stone, these elements create texture and warmth in the space and give it a tactile quality. Everyone wants to touch the modular arts walls and stone columns!

Project Progress - Powder Room, Guest Bath, Master Bath

2011-04-17T08:37:00.000-07:00