A chef's kitchen

Moving into a new home or condo can sometimes be quite an adjustment

For this client, this kitchen below (the BEFORE) was just not going to work

By opening up the wall in between the original kitchen and dining room, the space automatically visually increased

Redoing the layout of EVERYTHING (where appliances went, the cabinetry floorplan) and adding new floors created a whole new fantastic space

These clients LOVE to cook and entertain and this was the best design for their wants

As you can see, only part of the drywall soffits were removed but incorporating that into the design from phase 1, we were able to create a design that is still visually pleasing

Love the granite backsplash and the french door refrigerator

Cabinetry used in this kitchen was from my "Quality Cabinet" line; Maple Quincy in Dulce on island, and Sussex Thermofoil in White.

By arching the back side of the island's granite, we created an illusion of a deeper island

This kitchen is perfect for entertaining and still allows for plenty of storage

The island boasts deep drawers for pots/pans, space for spices, trays, cutting boards-all which is perfectly located by the cooking source

In addition to their kitchen, are four baths done in "Quality Cabinetry" below

Hello Gorgeous!

I am a huge fan of this kitchen below

Soft white cabinetry accented with the pale green island and hood and even better, the cabinetry door style is classic and timeless.

The only changes I would have made is I would have chosen a different glass door style, on either side of hood, and opted to use a matching door style on island, instead of the beadboard...what are your thoughts?

I do like the re-introduction of the desk in the kitchen space, when possible. 

 It makes the space dual function as a desk/buffet and is a great spot to have the children work on homework, while parents can prep dinner or a snack.

To view what other finishes are available in this "FLETCHER" door style, click HERE

Clean and Classic Kitchen

One of my favorite kitchens of 2009!

I love the classic mix of color tones in the clean shaker style cabinetry door. To me, this kitchen just invites you into it's space...begging to be the center of any good party, or family meal.

This kitchen was done in our "Medallion Silverline" in the Maple Lancaster Door by mixing Maple Gingersnap stain with Maple Divinity white painted. Just lovely!

Tall and shallow pantry areas are a true work horse of the kitchen. Who doesn't love storage! It's a great place for extra serving dishes, food goods, etc, the possibilities are endless.

I love the simple single sink with this tremendous depth to it.

Dishwasher drawers are so great for people that want to clean a load without having to wait to completely fill up the entire unit. Each drawer runs independent. Great for empty-nesters, small families, or Moms with endless baby bottles!

Here is another pantry area that is tall and slender but deep for storage.

So in this deep storage application, having full extension pullout drawers makes organization so much simpler.

Detailed photo of the double stacked crown I designed for their kitchen.

Up close of the Maple Gingersnap stain with a beautiful mid tone Granite

Up close photo of the backsplash done in a basketweave pattern. Gorgeous!

I couldn't resist snapping a quick photo of my client's two adorable Beagles. Look at those eyes!

This kitchen was entirely designed in our semi-custom line of "Medallion" using their affordable cabinetry line of Silverline.

Yes, I said, affordable!

Design can and should still look amazing while still keeping it within your budget.

**So, here is the BEFORE:

and ahhhh, the AFTER: