Jack Hobhouse

This kitchen is home to two taller individuals who both use the space equally and requested a taller workspace to comfortably accommodate their needs. The island cabinets are standard 34-1/2” tall but the Iceberg countertops were installed with a 3” build-up to add height to the island. Cabinets on the long wall were designed to break up the wall of white: buffet on the end with walnut-framed glass cabinets and seashell backsplash; double refrigerators in a painted, distressed mahogany finish were pulled forward to simulate texture and depth on the wall; wide pantry cabinets with roll-out drawers sitting on the countertops flank the refrigerators. On the opposite wall, a new window box at the kitchen sink was built to add more countertop behind the sink and to let in more light, adding dimension to the room. The cabinetry in the original existing kitchen was disjointed at the dining room entrance and made the room appear much smaller than it really was. To remedy this, the entry to the dining room from the kitchen was closed up and relocated around the corner from the foyer; 2 simple, stacked columns were built to highlight the new opening. These transitional style columns and wider room openings at the family room and dining room entrances provide an open layout suitable for large groups to mingle comfortably; family room cabinetry and dining room fireplace surround matches kitchen cabinets.

This kitchen won First Place in the 2013 No. CA NKBA Design Competition. The design reflects a major overhaul of the existing kitchen and incorporates a walk-in pantry with a back entrance to the newly-added, adjacent wine room. Photo by Bernard André

Nothing says you love your pet like dedicating a cabinet to their dog door!. With a pocket door this cabinet can be left open when you're home or while you're away so your pampered pooch doesn't have to scratch at the door or have an accident inside.

Townhouse renovation in Brooklyn: We redesigned the rear end of the house as an expanded family kitchen with a back door to the deck. We also added a new connection from the entrance hall to the kitchen and fit a small powder room under the stairs. The old windows and doors were replaced with new, larger ones, and the entire kitchen was gutted and refitted with new cabinetry and a banquette dining area. The space was designed to take advantage of the bright southern exposure, with lots of white materials, grounded by the dark base cabinets. Photos by Maletz Design

Entrance hall with internal Crittall doors and fixed panel looking into the living room. Floor tiled in Victorian style blue pattern.

Дизайнер: Черкасова Мария, Фото: Кулибаба Евгений.

The owners wanted to eliminate posts and walls which existed between the kitchen and family room. This was accomplished by the installation of 23' steel plates, connectors, and micro-lam beams, supporting the second floor and roof. This new space allowed for the beautiful centerpiece island. All cabinet and crown molding installation was performed by our skilled craftsmen. The brick pattern tile back plash completes the cook top wall. New recessed lights, pendant lights and under counter lights illuminate the new space, along with in- cabinet lights in the glass door cabinets. Two existing doorways were custom arched by our craftsmen, enhancing the beauty of this new kitchen. The entrance to the Walk-in Pantry was relocated to accommodate the installation of the surrounding cabinetry. A new arched door opening and wall was built to separate the kitchen and butler pantry. The butler pantry cabinets are illuminated with in-cabinet lights. The owners were delighted with the punctuality, dependability, tidiness, and remarkable skill of our superior craftsmen. General Contractor / Remodel: E D Enterprises, Inc. Michael Alan Kaskel Photography

The wall that separated the kitchen from the living room in this home was removed to create an open concept. Keeping a few feet of the wall in place helps separate the front entrance from the kitchen and creates a dining area on the other side of the wall. A knee wall on the living room side further deliniates the entrance while maintaining the open concept. Matching pillars finish off the area entrance giving it a sense of importance. Keeping a sense of separation around the front door was important here. Otherwise it would have seemed like the door was just stuck there out of place.

Our Seattle studio designed this stunning 5,000+ square foot Snohomish home to make it comfortable and fun for a wonderful family of six. On the main level, our clients wanted a mudroom. So we removed an unused hall closet and converted the large full bathroom into a powder room. This allowed for a nice landing space off the garage entrance. We also decided to close off the formal dining room and convert it into a hidden butler's pantry. In the beautiful kitchen, we created a bright, airy, lively vibe with beautiful tones of blue, white, and wood. Elegant backsplash tiles, stunning lighting, and sleek countertops complete the lively atmosphere in this kitchen. On the second level, we created stunning bedrooms for each member of the family. In the primary bedroom, we used neutral grasscloth wallpaper that adds texture, warmth, and a bit of sophistication to the space creating a relaxing retreat for the couple. We used rustic wood shiplap and deep navy tones to define the boys' rooms, while soft pinks, peaches, and purples were used to make a pretty, idyllic little girls' room. In the basement, we added a large entertainment area with a show-stopping wet bar, a large plush sectional, and beautifully painted built-ins. We also managed to squeeze in an additional bedroom and a full bathroom to create the perfect retreat for overnight guests. For the decor, we blended in some farmhouse elements to feel connected to the beautiful Snohomish landscape. We achieved this by using a muted earth-tone color palette, warm wood tones, and modern elements. The home is reminiscent of its spectacular views – tones of blue in the kitchen, primary bathroom, boys' rooms, and basement; eucalyptus green in the kids' flex space; and accents of browns and rust throughout. ---Project designed by interior design studio Kimberlee Marie Interiors. They serve the Seattle metro area including Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Medina, Clyde Hill, and Hunts Point. For more about Kimberlee Marie Interiors, see here: https://www.kimberleemarie.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.kimberleemarie.com/modern-luxury-home-remodel-snohomish

Anders Bergstedt

Keri Joegel

Photo Credit: Mary Prince

This project transformed a cramped and run down kitchen into this beautiful new kitchen/dining area with a utility and cloakroom. The space planning element of the design involved transforming the unloved garage area behind the kitchen into a practical kitchen utility area and cloakroom, leading into the now spacious and light kitchen/diner. This simply involved moving a few interior walls to create the new rooms and then adding a new side entrance and window to brighten up the new space. Finally, new bespoke French doors that match the properties existing windows allow light to flood into the new breakfast kitchen, an additional area just off of the main kitchen. These doors create a nice flow between the outdoor seating space and the kitchen, perfect for eating breakfast outside in the mornings, BBQs or even outdoor wine nights during the summer months. For the interior the client was really drawn towards a dark blue colour for the kitchen cabinetry. In order to keep the scheme light and bright we selected a very pale grey for the wall and breakfast kitchen cabinets. We were able to utilised the beautiful existing natural wood dining table by pairing it with a set of new smart dining chairs that were specifically chosen for their comfort and style. The luxury vinyl tile floor harmoniously and affordably reflects a herringbone parquet natural wooden floor, this was chosen to work with the brand new underfloor heating. The tall cabinets contain a full size fridge and freezer, a double oven housing and a large double larder. The rest of the kitchen includes wall cupboards and two sets of large pan draws to create plenty of easy access storage, a small peninsular between the main kitchen and dining space allows for easy food serving and even more storage. The final element to this luxury kitchen design is the breakfast kitchen just off of the main kitchen, this was designed to create flow between the patio outdoor seating area and the kitchen. This breakfast bar is home to all the breakfast and drinks making facilities, also doubling up as a Home bar area. The family can now open the new french doors and enjoy outdoor meals and drinks during the summer.

create new pantry and storage area in second hallway by kitchen entrance