Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW For many, extra time at home during COVID left them wanting more from their homes. Whether you realized the shortcomings of your space or simply wanted to combat boredom, a well-designed and functional home was no longer a want, it became a need. Tina found herself wanting more from her Old Irving Park home and reached out to The Kitchen Studio about adding function to her kitchen to make the most of the available real estate. At the end of the day, there is nothing better than returning home to a bright and happy space you love. And this kitchen wasn’t that for Tina. Dark and dated, with a palette from the past and features that didn’t make the most of the available square footage, this remodel required vision and a fresh approach to the space. Lead designer, Stephanie Cole’s main design goal was better flow, while adding greater functionality with organized storage, accessible open shelving, and an overall sense of cohesion with the adjoining family room. The original kitchen featured a large pizza oven, which was rarely used, yet its footprint limited storage space. The nearby pantry had become a catch-all, lacking the organization needed in the home. The initial plan was to keep the pizza oven, but eventually Tina realized she preferred the design possibilities that came from removing this cumbersome feature, with the goal of adding function throughout the upgraded and elevated space. Eliminating the pantry added square footage and length to the kitchen for greater function and more storage. This redesigned space reflects how she lives and uses her home, as well as her love for entertaining. The kitchen features a classic, clean, and timeless palette. White cabinetry, with brass and bronze finishes, contrasts with rich wood flooring, and lets the large, deep blue island in Woodland’s custom color Harbor – a neutral, yet statement color – draw your eye. The kitchen was the main priority. In addition to updating and elevating this space, Tina wanted to maximize what her home had to offer. From moving the location of the patio door and eliminating a window to removing an existing closet in the mudroom and the cluttered pantry, the kitchen footprint grew. Once the floorplan was set, it was time to bring cohesion to her home, creating connection between the kitchen and surrounding spaces. The color palette carries into the mudroom, where we added beautiful new cabinetry, practical bench seating, and accessible hooks, perfect for guests and everyday living. The nearby bar continues the aesthetic, with stunning Carrara marble subway tile, hints of brass and bronze, and a design that further captures the vibe of the kitchen. Every home has its unique design challenges. But with a fresh perspective and a bit of creativity, there is always a way to give the client exactly what they want [and need]. In this particular kitchen, the existing soffits and high slanted ceilings added a layer of complexity to the lighting layout and upper perimeter cabinets. While a space needs to look good, it also needs to function well. This meant making the most of the height of the room and accounting for the varied ceiling features, while also giving Tina everything she wanted and more. Pendants and task lighting paired with an abundance of natural light amplify the bright aesthetic. The cabinetry layout and design compliments the soffits with subtle profile details that bring everything together. The tile selections add visual interest, drawing the eye to the focal area above the range. Glass-doored cabinets further customize the space and give the illusion of even more height within the room. While her family may be grown and out of the house, Tina was focused on adding function without sacrificing a stunning aesthetic and dreamy finishes that make the kitchen the gathering place of any home. It was time to love her kitchen again, and if you’re wondering what she loves most, it’s the niche with glass door cabinetry and open shelving for display paired with the marble mosaic backsplash over the range and complimenting hood. Each of these features is a stunning point of interest within the kitchen – both brag-worthy additions to a perimeter layout that previously felt limited and lacking. Whether your remodel is the result of special needs in your home or simply the excitement of focusing your energy on creating a fun new aesthetic, we are here for it. We love a good challenge because there is always a way to make a space better – adding function and beauty simultaneously.

Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces. We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem.

The yellow front door provides a welcoming touch to the covered porch.
ポートランドにある広いカントリー風のおしゃれな玄関ドア (白い壁、無垢フローリング、黄色いドア、茶色い床) の写真

YE-H Photography
シアトルにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、木目調のドア、茶色い床) の写真

他の地域にある高級な広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、木目調のドア) の写真

オースティンにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (白い壁、無垢フローリング、ガラスドア、茶色い床) の写真

製作建具によるレッドシダーの玄関引戸を開けると、大きな玄関ホールが迎えます。玄関ホールから、和室の客間、親世帯エリア、子世帯エリアへとアクセスすることができます。
他の地域にある高級な広い和モダンなおしゃれな玄関ホール (白い壁、無垢フローリング、木目調のドア、茶色い床、クロスの天井、壁紙、白い天井) の写真

Custom build mudroom a continuance of the entry space.
メルボルンにある高級な小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (白い壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、折り上げ天井、パネル壁) の写真

パリにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (赤い壁、無垢フローリング、赤いドア、茶色い床) の写真

The walk-through mudroom entrance from the garage to the kitchen is both stylish and functional. We created several drop zones for life's accessories.

Creating an elegant, calming and happy clinic for children yet elegant was the main focus in this project. Universal design is the main factor in the commercial spaces and we achieve that by our knowledge of codes and regulation for designing a safe environment.

ナッシュビルにある高級な小さなカントリー風のおしゃれな玄関ロビー (白い壁、無垢フローリング、黒いドア、茶色い床) の写真

タンパにあるビーチスタイルのおしゃれな玄関 (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、壁紙) の写真

The entry to Quail's End has a vintage blanket chest used as a hallway catch-all, French Wall hooks, and a vintage French settee. The large wicker mirror came from Palm Beach, and the Navajo Rug works well with the style mix. Reclaimed barn wood was used throughout the house as door casings, to soften the plain mid-century door frames. Photo by Bret Gum for Flea Market Decor Magazine

カンザスシティにある高級な広いシャビーシック調のおしゃれな玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、白いドア、茶色い床) の写真

インディアナポリスにある中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれな玄関ホール (白い壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

Welcome! Impressive height, Spiral staircase, warm Douglas Fir stain in place hardwood floors and the sparkle of a beautiful chandelier make guests feel like they are definitely in the right place. :)

Gorgeous entryway with beautiful stained double front doors and vaulted ceilings. Architect: Meyer Design Photos: Jody Kmetz
シカゴにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、濃色木目調のドア、茶色い床) の写真

Vue sur l'entrée
パリにあるお手頃価格のトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ホール (緑の壁、無垢フローリング、白いドア、茶色い床) の写真