This artistic and design-forward family approached us at the beginning of the pandemic with a design prompt to blend their love of midcentury modern design with their Caribbean roots. With her parents originating from Trinidad & Tobago and his parents from Jamaica, they wanted their home to be an authentic representation of their heritage, with a midcentury modern twist. We found inspiration from a colorful Trinidad & Tobago tourism poster that they already owned and carried the tropical colors throughout the house — rich blues in the main bathroom, deep greens and oranges in the powder bathroom, mustard yellow in the dining room and guest bathroom, and sage green in the kitchen. This project was featured on Dwell in January 2022.

We reconfigured the kitchen to maximize the light and the view. The sink and window were previously facing the next door neighbor's garage, so that became the range wall and the window was relocated to face the beautiful trees and rock formations in the back yard. A full light exterior entry door was added in place of the former door to let natural light flood the space. Layered recess lighting and a glass pendant over the sink further increase brightness in what was previously a very dark space. Custom moody gray-blue inset shaker cabinetry is paired with elongated handmade matte white tile backsplash, alongside white quartz, pale blue walls and off-white trim. Quartersawn white oak floors replace the old linoleum and blend beautifully with the original pine floors on the rest of the first floor. Warm brass hardware and fixtures are a lovely contrast against the dark cabinetry. A fluted white fireclay farm sink is a functional statement piece in a small space. An Acacia wood island with stainless steel top adds practical warmth. Period-appropriate trim was brought back into the modern kitchen to maintain the historic integrity of the home.

The new extension strikes a bold pose at the rear of the property; tall 2.8m glass doors come together at an openable corner, allowing the kitchen and decking area to form an expansive indoor / outdoor space. When open, the corner creates the impression that the thin profile aluminium clad roof is floating above the floor. Facing the garden, adjacent to the rear glazing, there is a tall thin wall of hand thrown brickwork - a palette of reds and dark hues that compliment the charcoal coloured roof and aluminium framed doors.

For the backsplash we used a MSI Surfaces’ Subway Gray Glossy Inverted Ceramic Beveled Tile. The foggy gray tone that is accentuated by the unique indentation in the tile. The owners choose these tiles for classic and timeless backdrop in their kitchen. Our designer helped the owner pick Calacatta Vicenza Quartz countertops for a realistic look of fine natural marble in easy care and maintenance free quartz. This elegant white quartz with its subtle gray veins was ideal for their county kitchen style The kitchen hardwood flooring was sanded and refinished. The island and Kitchen cabinets were designed, built, and installed by renowned Cabinetry. The windows are new replacement windows from Milgard windows.

We renovated this client's kitchen using Ikea cabinets to be used as a rental property. We kept the palette neutral with classic details to appeal to a wide range of people. We installed crown molding to upgrade the look of the Ikea cabinets. Open wood shelves offer additional storage without being too heavy visually.

エドモントンにある小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (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、大理石カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、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

シアトルにある高級な小さなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シングルシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、淡色木目調キャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

contemporary kitchen with classic details
ボストンにある高級な小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (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、中間色木目調キャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、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

In collaboration with WG Architects
ブリスベンにあるお手頃価格の小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、中間色木目調キャビネット、人工大理石カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Spectacular Kitchen in a tight space, is convenient, lets in natural light and provides cross ventilation
ワシントンD.C.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L型キッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真

White painted kitchen with granite counters, hardwood floors, and divided glass doors. Ceiling height is 9'. Skylight to bring in more light.
サンフランシスコにある高級な小さなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シングルシンク、レイズドパネ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、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真

ロンドンにある低価格の小さなインダストリアルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (ドロップインシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、黒いキャビネット、木材カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真

This unique kitchen has a corner because our designers took down a wall, closet and a closed galley kitchen. It's now open.
クリーブランドにあるお手頃価格の小さなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (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、淡色木目調キャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング、アイランドなし、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

We added new modern, black cabinets with sleek slab style doors, a grand faucet, wood toned floating shelves, white subway tile backsplash and the island with stunning granite countertops.

Our clients were looking to build an income property for use as a short term rental in their backyard. In order to keep maximize the available space on a limited footprint, we designed the ADU around a spiral staircase leading up to the loft bedroom. The vaulted ceiling gives the small space a much larger appearance. To provide privacy for both the renters and the homeowners, the ADU was set apart from the house with its own private entrance. The design of the ADU was done with local Pacific Northwest aesthetics in mind, including green exterior paint and a mixture of woodgrain and metal fixtures for the interior. Durability was a major concern for the homeowners. In order to minimize potential damages from renters, we selected quartz countertops and waterproof flooring. We also used a high-quality interior paint that will stand the test of time and clean easily. The end result of this project was exactly what the client was hoping for, and the rental consistently receives 5-star reviews on Airbnb.

Client Needs A young family who needs more countertop space, smart cabinet storage and overall a better design for the large footprint. The kitchen lacked over-flow storage, pantry and unique style. Project Goal To create a functional and stylish design with high-end yet affordable materials. Including lots more countertop area, open shelves, cabinet storage, built-in pantry, and over-flow utility closet. Design elements include quartz countertops and handmade rustic Spanish ceramic tile.

Raising the cabinets to the ceiling added much needed storage opportunities. A black magnetic steel panel mounted next to the pantry provides open storage for hanging pans. Andrea Rugg Photography

Jack Hobhouse
ロンドンにある高級な小さなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (ドロップインシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、大理石カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング、アイランドなし) の写真

デンバーにあるお手頃価格の小さなカントリー風のおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、レイズド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、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真