Modern family loft renovation. A young couple starting a family in the city purchased this two story loft in Boston's South End. Built in the 1990's, the loft was ready for updates. ZED transformed the space, creating a fresh new look and greatly increasing its functionality to accommodate an expanding family within an urban setting. Improvement were made to the aesthetics, scale, and functionality for the growing family to enjoy. Photos by Eric Roth. Construction by Ralph S. Osmond Company. Green architecture by ZeroEnergy Design.

The decision to remodel your kitchen isn't one to take lightly. But, if you really don't enjoy spending time there, it may be time for a change. That was the situation facing the owners of this remodeled kitchen, says interior designer Vernon Applegate. "The old kitchen was dismal," he says. "It was small, cramped and outdated, with low ceilings and a style that reminded me of the early ‘80s." It was also some way from what the owners – a young couple – wanted. They were looking for a contemporary open-plan kitchen and family room where they could entertain guests and, in the future, keep an eye on their children. Two sinks, dishwashers and refrigerators were on their wish list, along with storage space for appliances and other equipment. Applegate's first task was to open up and increase the space by demolishing some walls and raising the height of the ceiling. "The house sits on a steep ravine. The original architect's plans for the house were missing, so we needed to be sure which walls were structural and which were decorative," he says. With the walls removed and the ceiling height increased by 18 inches, the new kitchen is now three times the size of the original galley kitchen. The main work area runs along the back of the kitchen, with an island providing additional workspace and a place for guests to linger. A color palette of dark blues and reds was chosen for the walls and backsplashes. Black was used for the kitchen island top and back. "Blue provides a sense of intimacy, and creates a contrast with the bright living and dining areas, which have lots of natural light coming through their large windows," he says. "Blue also works as a restful backdrop for anyone watching the large screen television in the kitchen." A mottled red backsplash adds to the intimate tone and makes the walls seem to pop out, especially around the range hood, says Applegate. From the family room, the black of the kitchen island provides a visual break between the two spaces. "I wanted to avoid people's eyes going straight to the cabinetry, so I extended the black countertop down to the back of the island to form a negative space and divide the two areas," he says. "The kitchen is now the axis of the whole public space in the house. From there you can see the dining room, living room and family room, as well as views of the hills and the water beyond." Cabinets : Custom rift sawn white oak, cerused dyed glaze Countertops : Absolute black granite, polished Flooring : Oak/driftwood grey from Gammapar Bar stools : Techno with arms, walnut color Lighting : Policelli Backsplash : Red dragon marble Sink : Stainless undermountby Blanco Faucets : Grohe Hot water system : InSinkErator Oven : Jade Cooktop : Independent Hoods, custom Microwave : GE Monogram Refrigerator : Jade Dishwasher : Miele, Touchtronic anniversary Limited Edition

photo by Matt Delphenich
ボストンにあるお手頃価格の広い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、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、木材カウンター、赤いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、白い調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真

The clients requested a kitchen that was simple, flush and had that built-in feel. This kitchen achieves that and so much more with the fabulously multi-tasking island, and the fun red splash back.

http://www.maltwoodlondon.co.uk

Perfect White glass floor Red Iron quartzite countertops
マイアミにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (フラット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、赤いキッチンパネル、石スラブのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備) の写真

Bernard Andre
サンフランシスコにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、赤いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル) の写真

1:20 Innenarchitektur, Sasha Kletzsch
ミュンヘン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キッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、赤いキャビネット、赤いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真

Arlington, Virginia Contemporary Kitchen #JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/ Photography by Bob Narod

コーンウォー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 (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、オニキスカウンター、赤いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング、アイランドなし、ベージュの床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

シカゴにある高級な中くらいなモダン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、フラット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、赤いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、竹フローリング、グレーの床) の写真

This contemporary open planned kitchen/ dining room, is very open and spacious, making it a very social-able space. The neutral tones helps to create warmth within such as large space. The choice of also having a solid wood dining table and chairs, brings a more traditional element to the design,

James Ray Spahn
ワシントンD.C.にある高級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、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、赤いキャビネット、御影石カウンター、赤いキッチンパネル、石スラブのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備) の写真

This kitchen is a fully accessible flexible kitchen designed by Adam Thomas of Design Matters. Designed for wheelchair access. The kitchen has acrylic doors and brushed steel bar handles for comfortable use with impaired grip after injury or due to pain from progressive conditions. Two of the wall units in this kitchen come down to worktop height for access. The large l-shaped worktop is fully height adjustable and has a raised edge on all four sides to contain hot spills and reduce the risk of injury. The integrated sink is special depth to enable good wheelchair access to the sink. There are safety stops on all four edges of the rise and fall units, including the bottom edge of the modesty panel, to protect feet and wheelchair footplates. The pullout larder gives excellent access from a seated position. Photographs by Jonathan Smithies Photography. Copyright Design Matters KBB Ltd. All rights reserved.

ブリスベンにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (ダブルシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、赤いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備) の写真

The wine cooler is in the perfect position, accessible and practical for gatherings and parties. The variety of materials work well within the space, giving a modern look.

シンプルに収めた対面キッチン
東京23区にあるお手頃価格の中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (一体型シンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、御影石カウンター、赤いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、無垢フローリング、グレーのキッチンカウンター、マルチカラーの床) の写真

トロント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、フラットパネ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、赤いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、磁器タイルの床、アイランドなし) の写真

ハンブルクにある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (一体型シンク、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、赤いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、クッションフロア、白い床) の写真