Simon Eldon Photography Interior design by Carine Harrington

Two islands work well in this rustic kitchen designed with knotty alder cabinets by Studio 76 Home. This kitchen functions well with stained hardwood flooring and granite surfaces; and the slate backsplash adds texture to the space. A Subzero refrigerator and Wolf double ovens and 48-inch rangetop are the workhorses of this kitchen. Photo by Carolyn McGinty

Matthew Bolt Kitchen by: Carolina Kitchens

Matthew Millman

Co-designer - Melissa Brown Instinctive Design.

Allard & Roberts Interior Design Photography: Zaire Kacz Developer: ABIL Invest - CIEL Community - Asheville, NC Architect: Hunter Coffey

Robert Brantley

Photography: Paul Dyer

-- photo credit Ben Hill Photography

Cabinet Works Plus-Rebecca Melo, designer Green Mountain Soapstone, St. Catherines Karen Byker, photographer

Rift cut cherry slab doors make for a warm and inviting workspace

This project was a long labor of love. The clients adored this eclectic farm home from the moment they first opened the front door. They knew immediately as well that they would be making many careful changes to honor the integrity of its old architecture. The original part of the home is a log cabin built in the 1700’s. Several additions had been added over time. The dark, inefficient kitchen that was in place would not serve their lifestyle of entertaining and love of cooking well at all. Their wish list included large pro style appliances, lots of visible storage for collections of plates, silverware, and cookware, and a magazine-worthy end result in terms of aesthetics. After over two years into the design process with a wonderful plan in hand, construction began. Contractors experienced in historic preservation were an important part of the project. Local artisans were chosen for their expertise in metal work for one-of-a-kind pieces designed for this kitchen – pot rack, base for the antique butcher block, freestanding shelves, and wall shelves. Floor tile was hand chipped for an aged effect. Old barn wood planks and beams were used to create the ceiling. Local furniture makers were selected for their abilities to hand plane and hand finish custom antique reproduction pieces that became the island and armoire pantry. An additional cabinetry company manufactured the transitional style perimeter cabinetry. Three different edge details grace the thick marble tops which had to be scribed carefully to the stone wall. Cable lighting and lamps made from old concrete pillars were incorporated. The restored stone wall serves as a magnificent backdrop for the eye- catching hood and 60” range. Extra dishwasher and refrigerator drawers, an extra-large fireclay apron sink along with many accessories enhance the functionality of this two cook kitchen. The fabulous style and fun-loving personalities of the clients shine through in this wonderful kitchen. If you don’t believe us, “swing” through sometime and see for yourself! Matt Villano Photography

JWe created a new kitchen with a spacious pantry and dining area for this century old home. There were numerous structural and energy efficiency upgrades. This project was featured in the Rockridge Home Tour 2011. It was Green Point Rated and received recognition from the City of Oakland for Green Building. Jerome Buttrick, Architect.

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