It is not uncommon for down2earth interior design to be tasked with the challenge of combining an existing kitchen and dining room into one open space that is great for communal cooking and entertaining. But what happens when that request is only the beginning? In this kitchen, our clients had big dreams for their space that went well beyond opening up the plan and included flow, organization, a timeless aesthetic, and partnering with local vendors. Although the family wanted all the modern conveniences afforded them by a total kitchen renovation, they also wanted it to look timeless and fit in with the aesthetic of their 100 year old home. So all design decisions were made with an eye towards timelessness, from the profile of the cabinet doors, to the handmade backsplash tiles, to the choice of soapstone for countertops, which is a beautiful material that is naturally heat resistant. The soapstone was strategically positioned so that the most stunning veins would be on display across the island top and on the wall behind the cooktop. Even the green color of the cabinet, and the subtle green-greys of the trim were specifically chosen for their softness so they will not look stark or trendy in this classic home. To address issues of flow, the clients really analyzed how they cook, entertain, and eat. We went well beyond the typical “kitchen triangle” to make sure all the hot spots of the kitchen were in the most functional locations within the space. Once we located the “big moves” we really dug down into the details. Some noteworthy ones include a whole wall of deep pantries with pull outs so all food storage is in one place, knives stored in a drawer right over the cutting boards, trash located right behind the sink, and pots, pans, cookie sheets located right by the oven, and a pullout for the Kitchenaid mixer. There are also pullouts that serve as dedicated storage next to the oven for oils, spices, and utensils, and a microwave located in the island which will facilitate aging in place if that becomes an objective in the future. A broom and cleaning supply storage closet at the top of the basement stairs coordinates with the kitchen cabinets so it will look nice if on view, or it can be hidden behind barn doors that tuck just a bit behind the oven. Storage for platters and a bar are located near the dining room so they will be on hand for entertaining. As a couple deeply invested in their local community, it was important to the homeowners to work with as many local vendors as possible. From flooring to woodwork to tile to countertops, choosing the right materials to make this project come together was a real collaborative effort. Their close community connections also inspired these empty nesters to stay in their home and update it to their needs, rather than relocating. The space can now accommodate their growing family that might consist of children’s spouses, grandkids, and furry friends alike.

Originally designed by renowned architect Miles Standish, a 1960s addition by Richard Wills of the elite Royal Barry Wills architecture firm - featured in Life Magazine in both 1938 & 1946 for his classic Cape Cod & Colonial home designs - added an early American pub w/ beautiful pine-paneled walls, full bar, fireplace & abundant seating as well as a country living room. We Feng Shui'ed and refreshed this classic design, providing modern touches, but remaining true to the original architect's vision.

コロンバスにあるラグジュアリーな広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、インセット扉のキャビネット、緑のキャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、ベージュキッチンパネル、サブウェイ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、茶色い床、黒いキッチンカウンター) の写真

オースティンにあるラグジュアリーなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (シルバーの調理設備、シングルシンク、濃色木目調キャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、グレーのキッチンパネル) の写真

Lee Manning Photography
ロサンゼルスにあるラグジュアリーな中くらい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、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、ソープストーンカウンター、緑のキッチンパネル、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、無垢フローリング) の写真

Wood siding of the exterior wraps into the house at the south end of the kitchen concealing a pantry and panel-ready column, FIsher&Paykel refrigerator and freezer as well as a coffee bar. An assemblage of textures and raw materials including a dark-hued, minimalist layout for the kitchen opens to living room with panoramic views of the canyon to the left and the street on the right. We dropped the kitchen ceiling to be lower than the living room by 24 inches. There is a roof garden of meadow grasses and agave above the kitchen which thermally insulates cooling the kitchen space. Soapstone counter top, backsplash and shelf/window sill, Brizo faucet with Farrow & Ball "Pitch Black" painted cabinets complete the edges. The smooth stucco of the exterior walls and roof overhang wraps inside to the ceiling passing the wide screen windows facing the street. An American black walnut island with Fyrn counter stools separate the kitchen and living room over a floor of black, irregular-shaped flagstone. Delta Light fixtures were used throughout for their discreet beauty yet highly functional settings.

ニューヨークにあるラグジュアリーな巨大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、中間色木目調キャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、グレーのキッチンパネル、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、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、塗装板張りの天井) の写真

ボストンにあるラグジュアリーな巨大なおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、オープンシェルフ、白いキャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング) の写真

ミルウォーキーにあるラグジュアリーなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなアイランドキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、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、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、出窓) の写真

Kitchen Is Where the Hearth Is Location: Edina, MN, USA Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg
ミネアポリス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キッチン (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、白いキャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、石タイルのキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング) の写真

ワシントンD.C.にあるラグジュアリーな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、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、シルバーの調理設備、コンクリートの床、アイランドなし) の写真

Shaker style cabinets with a honey glaze were used throughout the kitchen. Thin kiln dried brick tile on the floor. The countertop, backsplash and farmhouse sink are all made of soapstone. A lack of upper cabinets required us to get creative with the underside of the desk, ultimately creating a 4' desktop with the back 2' dedicated to dish storage. The lower barn had been a timber framed tobacco barn but was not beefy enough to handle residential occupancy and modern building codes. A new timber framed structure was built in its place, and the timbers were planed to give the a hand hewn appearance.

A modern farmhouse kitchen outside of Atlanta. Chic meets comfort in this family kitchen! http://www.jrrenovations.com/

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キッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、黒いキッチンパネル、石スラブのキッチンパネル、スレートの床、グレーの床、黒いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Laura Moss Photography
ニューヨーク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キッチン (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、白いキャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、大理石のキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

Laura Moss Photography
ニューヨーク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キッチン (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、白いキャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、大理石のキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

Mike Kaskel
シカゴにあるラグジュアリーな広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シングルシンク、ガラス扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、ソープストーンカウンター、メタリックのキッチンパネル、ミラータイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、コルクフローリング) の写真

This amazing kitchen was a total transformation from the original. Windows were removed and added, walls moved back and a total remodel. The original plain ceiling was changed to a coffered ceiling, the lighting all totally re-arranged, new floors, trim work as well as the new layout. I designed the kitchen with a horizontal wood grain using a custom door panel design, this is used also in the detailing of the front apron of the soapstone sink. The profile is also picked up on the profile edge of the marble island. The floor is a combination of a high shine/flat porcelain. The high shine is run around the perimeter and around the island. The Boos chopping board at the working end of the island is set into the marble, sitting on top of a bowed base cabinet. At the other end of the island i pulled in the curve to allow for the glass table to sit over it, the grain on the island follows the flat panel doors. All the upper doors have Blum Aventos lift systems and the chefs pantry has ample storage. Also for storage i used 2 aluminium appliance garages. The glass tile backsplash is a combination of a pencil used vertical and square tiles. Over in the breakfast area we chose a concrete top table with supports that mirror the custom designed open bookcase. The project is spectacular and the clients are very happy with the end results.

Lee Manning Photography
ロサンゼルスにあるラグジュアリーな広い地中海スタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、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、ソープストーンカウンター、オレンジのキッチンパネル、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、大理石の床) の写真