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.

サンフランシスコにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれな着席型バー (落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、ミラータイルのキッチンパネル、淡色無垢フローリング、ベージュの床、コの字型、黒いキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、グレーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

Here is an example of DEANE Inc’s custom cabinetry in this fresh and beautiful bar layout. Perfect for entertaining, this new look provides easy access with both opened and closed shelving as well as a wine cooler and sink perfect for having guests.

Farmhouse style kitchen with bar, featuring floating wood shelves, glass door cabinets, white cabinets with contrasting black doors, undercounter beverage refrigerator and icemaker with panel, decorative feet on drawer stack.

ヒューストンにあるラグジュアリーな中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなウェット バー (ll型、アンダーカウンターシンク、インセット扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、ミラータイルのキッチンパネル、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、黒いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Basement Wet Bar Drafted and Designed by Fluidesign Studio
ミネアポリス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着席型バー (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、白いキッチンパネル、サブウェイタイルのキッチンパネル、ll型、アンダーカウンターシンク、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Photo Credit: Tiffany Ringwald Photography
シャーロット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ウェット バー (アンダーカウンターシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、グレーのキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、磁器タイルの床、グレーの床、白いキッチンカウンター、I型、サブウェイタイルのキッチンパネル) の写真

Home bar in Lower Level of a new Bettendorf Iowa home. Black cabinetry, White Oak floating shelves, and Black Stainless appliances featured. Design and materials by Village Home Stores for Aspen Homes.

マイアミにある高級な中くらいなおしゃれなホームバー (I型、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、サブウェイタイルのキッチンパネル、濃色無垢フローリング、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Small spaces sometimes have the best details! This small wetbar is full of fun, sparkling surprises. The custom leaded glass pocket door separates the great room from the dining room while still transferring natural light through the center of the house. Painting the back of the upper cabinets black allows the crystal stemware to really sparkle in the hidden lighting. The antiqued mirror backsplash reflects the polished nickel bar faucet and hammered silver sink. Add the mini wine chiller and ice maker and here’s the perfect spot for entertaining! Photographer: Daniel Angulo

The bar features tin ceiling detail, brass foot rail, metal and leather bar stools, waxed soapstone countertops, Irish inspired bar details and antique inspired lighting. Photos by Spacecrafting Photography.

What was once a closed up galley kitchen with awkward eating area has turned into a handsome and modern open concept kitchen with seated waterfall island.Glass wall tile adds texture to the space. A mirrored bar area finishes off the room and makes it perfect for entertaining. Glass tile by Dal Tile. Cabinetry by Diamond Distinction. Countertops by Ceasarstone. Photos by Michael Patrick Lefebvre

ブリッジポート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ウェット バー (I型、シンクなし、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、御影石カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、サブウェイタイルのキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、グレーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

ニューヨークにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなウェット バー (I型、アンダーカウンターシンク、レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、黒いキャビネット、ミラータイルのキッチンパネル、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

Combination wet bar and coffee bar. Bottom drawer is sized for liquor bottles. Joyelle West Photography
ボストンにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなウェット バー (I型、アンダーカウンターシンク、白いキャビネット、木材カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、サブウェイタイルのキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、茶色いキッチンカウンター、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Butler's pantry/wet bar area situated between the dining room and the kitchen make this an incredibly useful space. Mirrored walls create a larger area and add a bit of light to this wonderfully dark and inviting space. Photography by Peter Rymwid.

オースティンにある高級な中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (I型、ガラス扉のキャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、御影石カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、サブウェイタイルのキッチンパネル、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

One of our favorite 2016 projects, this standard builder grade home got a truly custom look after bringing in our design team to help with original built-in designs for the bar and media cabinet. Changing up the standard light fixtures made a big POP and of course all the finishing details in the rugs, window treatments, artwork, furniture and accessories made this house feel like Home. If you're looking for a current, chic and elegant home to call your own please give us a call!

サンフランシスコ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ウェット バー (I型、アンダーカウンターシンク、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、黒いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、ミラータイルのキッチンパネル、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真