Modern meets beach. A 1920's bungalow home in the heart of downtown Carmel, California undergoes a small renovation that leads to a complete home makeover. New driftwood oak floors, board and batten walls, Ann Sacks tile, modern finishes, and an overall neutral palette creates a true bungalow style home. Photography by Wonderkamera.

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.

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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

Tim Furlong Jr.
ルイビルにあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関 (青い壁、無垢フローリング、白いドア、茶色い床) の写真

アトランタにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれな玄関ドア (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、白いドア、茶色い床) の写真

Check out this charming foyer! See the cable rails? Totally modern!
他の地域にあるお手頃価格の広いカントリー風のおしゃれな玄関ロビー (グレーの壁、クッションフロア、白いドア、茶色い床) の写真

ローマにあるトラディ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、白いドア) の写真

interior designer: Kathryn Smith
オレンジカウンティにあるラグジュアリーな中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (白い壁、クッションフロア、白いドア) の写真

Jefferson Door supplied: windows (krestmark), interior door (Masonite), exterior doors, crown moulding, baseboards, columns (HB&G Building Products, Inc.), stair parts and door hardware. Builder: Hotard General Contracting jeffersondoor.com

ニューヨークにあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (無垢フローリング、白いドア、黄色い壁) の写真

Custom designed "cubbies" insure that the Mud Room stays neat & tidy. Robert Benson Photography
ニューヨークにあるラグジュアリーな広いカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、白いドア) の写真

マイアミにある高級な広い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、白いドア、無垢フローリング) の写真

Mike Casey
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Richard Mandelkorn Photography Niles-Scott Interiors
ボストン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、白いドア) の写真

ポートランドにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関 (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

A custom vacation home by Grouparchitect and Hughes Construction. Photographer credit: © 2018 AMF Photography.
シアトルにある高級な中くらいなビーチ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、白いドア、茶色い床) の写真

ボストンにあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (青い壁、無垢フローリング、白いドア、茶色い床) の写真

Q: Which of these floors are made of actual "Hardwood"? A: None. They are actually Luxury Vinyl Tile & Plank Flooring skillfully engineered for homeowners who desire authentic design that can withstand the test of time. We brought together the beauty of realistic textures and inspiring visuals that meet all your lifestyle demands. Ultimate Dent Protection – commercial-grade protection against dents, scratches, spills, stains, fading and scrapes. Award-Winning Designs – vibrant, realistic visuals with multi-width planks for a custom look. 100% Waterproof* – perfect for any room including kitchens, bathrooms, mudrooms and basements. Easy Installation – locking planks with cork underlayment easily installs over most irregular subfloors and no acclimation is needed for most installations. Coordinating trim and molding available.

ジャクソンビルにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ドア (青い壁、無垢フローリング、白いドア、茶色い床) の写真