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.

The homeowner's wide range of tastes coalesces in this lovely kitchen and mudroom. Vintage, modern, English, and mid-century styles form one eclectic and alluring space. Rift-sawn white oak cabinets in warm almond, textured white subway tile, white island top, and a custom white range hood lend lots of brightness while black perimeter countertops and a Laurel Woods deep green finish on the island and beverage bar balance the palette with a unique twist on farmhouse style.

シカゴにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなドライ 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、淡色木目調キャビネット、大理石カウンター、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、淡色無垢フローリング、ベージュの床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Butler's Pantry
ダラスにある高級な中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (ll型、シンクなし、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、黒いキャビネット、白いキッチンパネル、淡色無垢フローリング、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

ロサンゼルスにある低価格の小さなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (白いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、濃色無垢フローリング、I型、シンクなし、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット) の写真

The basement bar uses space that would otherwise be empty square footage. A custom bar aligns with the stair treads and is the same wood and finish as the floors upstairs. John Wilbanks Photography

A custom home bar is always a great addition. From the walnut wood cabinets to the built-in beverage fridge, this is the perfect little space.
シカゴにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなドライ バー (I型、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、白いキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

This one is near and dear to my heart. Not only is it in my own backyard, it is also the first remodel project I've gotten to do for myself! This space was previously a detached two car garage in our backyard. Seeing it transform from such a utilitarian, dingy garage to a bright and cheery little retreat was so much fun and so rewarding! This space was slated to be an AirBNB from the start and I knew I wanted to design it for the adventure seeker, the savvy traveler, and those who appreciate all the little design details . My goal was to make a warm and inviting space that our guests would look forward to coming back to after a full day of exploring the city or gorgeous mountains and trails that define the Pacific Northwest. I also wanted to make a few bold choices, like the hunter green kitchen cabinets or patterned tile, because while a lot of people might be too timid to make those choice for their own home, who doesn't love trying it on for a few days?At the end of the day I am so happy with how it all turned out! --- Project designed by interior design studio Kimberlee Marie Interiors. They serve the Seattle metro area including Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Medina, Clyde Hill, and Hunts Point. For more about Kimberlee Marie Interiors, see here: https://www.kimberleemarie.com/

Devon Banks - Photographer
ニューヨークにあるラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなウェット バー (I型、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、濃色無垢フローリング) の写真

A perfect nook for that coffee and tea station, or side bar when entertaining in the formal dining area, the simplicity of the side bar greats visitors as they enter from the front door. The clean, sleek lines, and organic textures give a glimpse of what is to come once one turns the corner and enters the kitchen.

The dry bar is conveniently located between the kitchen and family room but utilizes the space underneath new 2nd floor stairs. Ample countertop space also doubles as additional buffet serving area. Just a tiny bit of the original shiplap wall remains as a accent wall behind floating shelves. Custom built-in cabinets offer additional kitchen storage.

シャーロットにある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、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、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

ニューヨークにあるカントリー風のおしゃれなドライ 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、木材カウンター、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

The wet bar includes a built-in wine cooler and a highlight in this stunning kitchen renovation is the ceiling hung glass and metal shelving unit that is truly a piece of art.

Kitchen photography project in Quincy, MA 8 19 19 Design: Amy Lynn Interiors Interiors by Raquel Photography: Keitaro Yoshioka Photography
ボストンにある小さなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (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、木材カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、木材のキッチンパネル、淡色無垢フローリング、ベージュの床、ベージュのキッチンカウンター) の写真

デトロイトにある中くらいなカントリー風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、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、木材のキッチンパネル、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

A modern rustic black and white kitchen on Lake Superior in northern Minnesota. Complete with a French Le CornuFe cooking range & Sub-Zero refrigeration and wine storage units. The sink is made by Galley and the decorative hardware and faucet by Waterworks. photo credit: Alyssa Lee

ワシントンD.C.にあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな着席型バー (ll型、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、ボーダ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、アンダーカウンターシンク) の写真

Kitchen Designer (Savannah Schmitt) Cabinetry (Eudora Full Access, Homestead Door Style, Iron Finish, Floating Shelves - Heirloom Ash) Photographer (Smiths Do Love) Builder (Vintage Homes)