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.

Friend's entry to the pool and home addition. Interiors: Marcia Leach Design Cabinetry: Barber Cabinet Company Contractor: Andrew Thompson Construction Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com

ワシントンD.C.にある小さなカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (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

コロンバスにある中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (オレンジの壁、磁器タイルの床、白いドア、茶色い床) の写真

ミネアポリスにある中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、白いドア、グレーの床) の写真

ミネアポリスにある広いカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (白い壁、磁器タイルの床、白いドア、グレーの床) の写真

Christopher Davison, AIA
オースティン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 (グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、白いドア) の写真

ソルトレイクシティにある高級な広いカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (白い壁、磁器タイルの床、白いドア) の写真

Bernard Andre
サンフランシスコにある中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (ベージュの壁、磁器タイルの床、白いドア) の写真

Jennifer Thornhhill Photography
ルイビルにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (青い壁、白いドア、磁器タイルの床) の写真

Lisa Garcia Architecture + Interior Design
ワシントンD.C.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マッドルーム (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、白いドア) の写真

Photography by Todd Yarrington
コロンバスにある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (ベージュの壁、白いドア、磁器タイルの床) の写真

White lockers keep this tidy mudroom feeling bright and open.
他の地域にある高級な小さなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、白いドア) の写真

Mudroom Coat Hooks
ソルトレイクシティ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マッドルーム (白い壁、磁器タイルの床、白いドア、グレーの床) の写真

アトランタにある中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (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

This warm and inviting mudroom with entry from the garage is the inspiration you need for your next custom home build. The walk-in closet to the left holds enough space for shoes, coats and other storage items for the entire year-round, while the white oak custom storage benches and compartments in the entry make for an organized and clutter free space for your daily out-the-door items. The built-in-mirror and table-top area is perfect for one last look as you head out the door, or the perfect place to set your keys as you look to spend the rest of your night in.

シカゴにある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (テラコッタタイルの床、茶色い床、クロスの天井、グレーの壁、白いドア、羽目板の壁) の写真

Mudroom with gorgeous blue custom cabinetry and brass hardware
ボストンにある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (青い壁、無垢フローリング、白いドア、茶色い床) の写真

サンフランシスコにある高級な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 (グレーの壁、グレーの床、磁器タイルの床、白いドア) の写真