South Salem Modern Kitchen
The client for this kitchen project had a huge wish list for a small space. Besides the usual desires for more and better storage and function, she really wanted an island with seating. Aesthetically, she wanted to update the outdated looks for something more modern, clean, and bright. We tried numerous ways to get the island, and looked at taking down a wall and all the options, but ultimately most things were too out of the budget. So we ended up keeping the narrow island, but extended it an additional 4 feet in order to get 2 seats there. The right side,wonky with varying depths and an unneeded desk, became all-flush with pantry cabinets, ovens, and the and fridge. Mixed finishes really stand out in the space, with 3 colors of cabinetry, 2 metal finishes, and polished and matte stone surfaces. A custom-designed tile hood is the focal point, with it’s veining mirroring that of the quartz backsplash.
A kitchen gets an airy update with the removal of walls, a vaulted ceiling, and a bright white palette.
This California kitchen got a modern update for functionality, while retaining the homeowner’s quirky, retro sensibility.
This CT kitchen– showing no job is too small!– got a backsplash update: from Home Depot matte white subway tile to glossy grey with a handmade look.
Ridgefield, CT White & Bright Kitchen
The debate over white kitchens will never die, but I love them and in some cases, they make the most sense! Such as here- if you look at the before photos, you’ll see that in addition to a truly wonky and non-functional layout, the space was dark and uninviting. After 7+ years working in there, the clients wanted white and bright and I was thrilled to give it to them. We got rid of the wonky layout; traded the tired floor tile for hardwood, installed new windows (and centered the sink on it). The classic subway tile backsplash got an injection of warmth with the latte-colored grout; we added the wood detail to the hood, woven counter stools, and lots of green accents to further cozy up the space. A custom bar area took over a previously unused area of the room (unused because there was a pony wall there! why??)
