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.

Fumed Antique Oak #1 Natural
ローリー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ホームバー (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、グレーのキャビネット、I型、シンクなし、大理石カウンター、石スラブのキッチンパネル、茶色い床) の写真

A young growing family purchased a great home in Chicago’s West Bucktown, right by Logan Square. It had good bones. The basement had been redone at some point, but it was due for another refresh. It made sense to plan a mindful remodel that would acommodate life as the kids got older. “A nice place to just hang out” is what the owners told us they wanted. “You want your kids to want to be in your house. When friends are over, you want them to have a nice space to go to and enjoy.” Design Objectives: Level up the style to suit this young family Add bar area, desk, and plenty of storage Include dramatic linear fireplace Plan for new sectional Improve overall lighting THE REMODEL Design Challenges: Awkward corner fireplace creates a challenge laying out furniture No storage for kids’ toys and games Existing space was missing the wow factor – it needs some drama Update the lighting scheme Design Solutions: Remove the existing corner fireplace and dated mantle, replace with sleek linear fireplace Add tile to both fireplace wall and tv wall for interest and drama Include open shelving for storage and display Create bar area, ample storage, and desk area THE RENEWED SPACE The homeowners love their renewed basement. It’s truly a welcoming, functional space. They can enjoy it together as a family, and it also serves as a peaceful retreat for the parents once the kids are tucked in for the night.

GC: Ekren Construction Photography: Tiffany Ringwald
シャーロットにある小さな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、黒いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、黒いキッチンパネル、木材のキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、黒いキッチンカウンター) の写真

オレンジカウンティにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなドライ バー (I型、シンクなし、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、黒いキャビネット、大理石カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、大理石のキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

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.

アトランタにある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 (I型、シンクなし、ガラス扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、無垢フローリング、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

デトロイトにある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、クオーツストーンカウンター、グレーのキッチンパネル、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

Birchwood Construction had the pleasure of working with Jonathan Lee Architects to revitalize this beautiful waterfront cottage. Located in the historic Belvedere Club community, the home's exterior design pays homage to its original 1800s grand Southern style. To honor the iconic look of this era, Birchwood craftsmen cut and shaped custom rafter tails and an elegant, custom-made, screen door. The home is framed by a wraparound front porch providing incomparable Lake Charlevoix views. The interior is embellished with unique flat matte-finished countertops in the kitchen. The raw look complements and contrasts with the high gloss grey tile backsplash. Custom wood paneling captures the cottage feel throughout the rest of the home. McCaffery Painting and Decorating provided the finishing touches by giving the remodeled rooms a fresh coat of paint. Photo credit: Phoenix Photographic

サンフランシスコにある小さなミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (シンクなし、オープンシェルフ、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、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル) の写真

ポートランド(メイン)にあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (緑のキャビネット、I型、シンクなし、インセット扉のキャビネット、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、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

Holger Obenaus
ニューヨークにある小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (シンクなし、中間色木目調キャビネット、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、I型、人工大理石カウンター、茶色い床、オープンシェルフ) の写真

ニューヨーク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ウェット バー (L型、シンクなし、インセット扉のキャビネット、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) の写真

Dura Supreme Cherry Mocha, St Augustine Door Style, Mirror in Cabinets, Leaded Seedy Glass, X wine rack, Mosaic backsplash by Tile Shop in Coffee Cream, Sub Zero Wine refrigerator, Emtek Crystal knobs, Diano Reale Marble Ogee edge

ソルトレイクシティにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (無垢フローリング、I型、シンクなし、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット) の写真

In addition to replacing carpet with hardwood in this area, we added a full wall of timeless stained cabinetry with striking dark countertops and backsplash for a luxe pub feel. A new stainless wine fridge looks sleek next to the cabinetry with recessed LED lighting, a barware hanging system, and tiny “hidden” outlets.

フィラデルフィアにあるお手頃価格の小さなモダン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、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、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

Basement bar cabinets (full overlay) by Mouser Cabinetry in Seaglass. Countertop by Vicostone in Luna Plena. Tx2 Ceramic Wall Tile in Snow with Mapei grout in Avalanche. Hardware by Top Knobs. Open shelves include under cabinet lighting.

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry
マイアミ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ホームバー (レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、ヴィンテージ仕上げキャビネット、御影石カウンター、I型、シンクなし、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真