The family had a dated, dark kitchen and living area that didn’t function well or reflect their aesthetic. Priorities were:

• Large island for work surface and gathering,
• Relocate the appliances to create dedicated workstations and better efficiency,
• Dedicated beverage station with sink and storage,
• More natural light
• Create a more streamlined design in the living area that complements the modern kitchen

Kept the original kitchen footprint and created a new design that answered the needs of the homeowner—rearranging the appliances and incorporating ample counter space allowed for functional workstations and plenty of space for multiple cooks in the kitchen. Adding more windows, including a large picture window by the eating area floods the area, with natural light. The new, light wood cabinets and light quartzite countertops also brighten the space. Waterfall edges on the island further highlight the beautiful natural stone.

Created a bar and beverage station with lots of storage, a sink, and a glass rinser. Separate from the kitchen traffic but still part of the space.

Living Area: removed the built-in shelves that collected clutter and a gas fireplace that was rarely used. Now it has a clean, streamlined design and the additional 2 feet of floor space surprisingly makes the room feel larger. The wall is covered in a natural grasscloth.