Lower level bar perfect for entertaining. The calming gray cabinetry pairs perfectly with the countertops and pendants. Meechan Architectural Photography

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.

This stadium liquor cabinet keeps bottles tucked away in the butler's pantry.
ポートランドにあるラグジュアリーな広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなウェット バー (ドロップインシンク、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、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、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、青いキッチンカウンター、ll型) の写真

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

コロンバス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ドライ バー (I型、落し込みパネ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、モザイクタイルのキッチンパネル、クッションフロア、グレーの床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

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

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

ダラス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 (コの字型、一体型シンク、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、白いキッチンパネル、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Picture Perfect House
シカゴにある中くらいな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、白いキッチンパネル、木材のキッチンパネル、黒い床、黒いキッチンカウンター、中間色木目調キャビネット、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、ソープストーンカウンター、スレートの床) の写真

Our designers also included a small column of built-in shelving on the side of the cabinetry in the kitchen, facing the dining room, creating the perfect spot for our clients to display decorative trinkets. This little detail adds visual interest to the coffee station while providing our clients with an area they can customize year-round. The glass-front upper cabinets also act as a customizable display case, as we included LED backlighting on the inside – perfect for coffee cups, wine glasses, or decorative glassware. Final photos by Impressia Photography.

ミネアポリス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 (アンダーカウンターシンク、木材カウンター、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、カーペット敷き、グレーの床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

This space is made for entertaining.The full bar includes a microwave, sink and full full size refrigerator along with ample cabinets so you have everything you need on hand without running to the kitchen. Upholstered swivel barstools provide extra seating and an easy view of the bartender or screen. Even though it's on the lower level, lots of windows provide plenty of natural light so the space feels anything but dungeony. Wall color, tile and materials carry over the general color scheme from the upper level for a cohesive look, while darker cabinetry and reclaimed wood accents help set the space apart. Jake Boyd Photography

This bar is perfect for entertaining family and friends. Fully equipped with with a keg for the adults and a root beer keg for the kids! The herringbone wood ceiling really warms up the feel of the bar!

Built-In Bar
オレンジカウンティにあるお手頃価格の小さな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、シンクなし、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、木材のキッチンパネル、淡色無垢フローリング、白いキッチンカウンター、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

Modern Home Bar with Metal cabinet in lay, custom ceiling mounted shelving, floor to ceiling tile, recessed accent lighting and custom millwork. Floor dug out to include custom walk-over wine storage

シアトル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 (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、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、クオーツストーンのキッチンパネル、淡色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

This renovation included kitchen, laundry, powder room, with extensive building work.
シドニーにあるラグジュアリーな巨大なトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなホームバー (L型、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、クオーツストーンのキッチンパネル、ラミネートの床、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Corner area of this house that is used for a dry bar and sitting area, next to a beautiful and orignal fireplace. The dry bar has two under counter fridges with a tower and glass display. Floating shelves with a picture light over head that ties in with the kitchen picture light.

他の地域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 (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、グレーのキッチンパネル、ミラータイルのキッチンパネル) の写真