Curtis and Peggy had been thinking of a kitchen remodel for quite some time, but they knew their house would have a unique set of challenges. Their older Victorian house was built in 1891. The kitchen cabinetry was original, and they wanted to keep the authenticity of their period home while adding modern comforts that would improve their quality of life. A friend recommended Advance Design Studio for their exceptional experience and quality of work. After meeting with designer Michelle Lecinski at Advance Design, they were confident they could partner with Advance to accomplish the unique kitchen renovation they’d been talking about for years. “We wanted to do the kitchen for a long, long time,” Curtis said. “(We asked ourselves) what are we actually going to do? How are we going to do this? And who are we going to find to do exactly what we want?” The goal for the project was to keep the home renovation and new kitchen feeling authentic to the time in which it was built. They desperately wanted the modern comforts that come with a larger refrigerator and the dishwasher that they never had! The old home was also a bit drafty so adding a fireplace, wall insulation and new windows became a priority. They very much wanted to create a comfortable hearth room adjacent to the kitchen, complete with old world brick. The original cabinetry had to go to make way for beautiful new kitchen cabinetry that appears as if it was a hundred years old, but with all the benefits of cutting-edge storage, self-closing drawers, and a brand-new look. “We just wanted to keep it old looking, but with some modern updates,” Peggy said. Dura Supreme Highland Cabinets with a Heritage Old World Painted Finish replaced the original 1891 cabinets. The hand-applied careful rubbed-off detailing makes these exquisite cabinets look as if they came from a far-gone era. Despite the small size of the kitchen, Peggy, Curtis and Michelle utilized every inch with custom cabinet sizes to increase storage capacity. The custom cabinets allowed for the addition of a 24” Fisher Paykel dishwasher with a concealing Dura Supreme door panel. Michelle was also able to work into the new design a larger 30” Fisher Paykel French refrigerator. “We made every ¼ inch count in this small space,” designer Michelle said. “Having the ability to custom size the cabinetry was the only way to achieve this.” “The kitchen essentially was designed around the Heartland Vintage range and oven,” says Michelle. A classic appliance that combines nostalgic beauty and craftsmanship for modern cooking, with nickel plated trim and elegantly shaped handles and legs; the not to miss range is a striking focal point of the entire room and an engaging conversation piece. Granite countertops in Kodiak Satin with subtle veining kept with the old-world style. The delicate porcelain La Vie Crackle Sonoma tile kitchen backsplash compliments the home’s style perfectly. A handcrafted passthrough designed to show off Peggy’s fine china was custom built by project carpenters Justin Davis and Jeff Dallain to physically and visually open the space. Additional storage was created in the custom panty room with Latte Edinburg cabinets, hand-made weathered wood shelving with authentic black iron brackets, and an intricate tin copper ceiling. Peggy and Curtis loved the idea of adding a Vermont stove to make the hearth-room not only functional, but a truly beckoning place to be. A stunning Bordeaux red Vermont Castings Stove with crisp black ventilation was chosen and combined with the authentic reclaimed Chicago brick wall. Advance’s talented carpenters custom-built elegant weathered shelves to house family memorabilia, installed carefully chosen barn sconces, and made the hearth room an inviting place to relax with a cup of coffee and a good book. “Peggy and Curtis’ project was so much fun to work on. Creating a space that looks and feels like it always belonged in this beautiful old Victorian home is a designer’s dream. To see the delight in their faces when they saw the design details coming together truly made it worth the time and effort that went into making the very compact kitchen space work”, said Michelle. “The result is an amazing custom kitchen, packed with functionality in every inch, nook and cranny!” exclaims Michelle. The renovation didn’t end with the kitchen. New Pella windows were added to help lessen the drafts. The removal of the original windows and trim necessitated the re-creation of hand-made corbels and trim details no longer available today. The talented carpenter team came to the rescue, crafting new pieces and masterfully finishing them as if they were always there. New custom gutters were formed and installed with a front entry rework necessary to accommodate the changes. The whole house functions better, but it still feels like the original 1891 home. “From start to finish it’s just a much better space than we used to have,” Peggy said. “Jeff and Justin were amazing.” Curtis added; “We were lucky to find Advance Design, because they really came through for us. I loved that they had everything in house, anything you needed to have done, they could do it”.

Using the home’s Victorian architecture and existing mill-work as inspiration we restored an antique home to its vintage roots. The many-times remodeled kitchen was desperately in need of a unifying theme so we used Pavilion Raised cabinetry in a cottage finish to bring back a bygone era. The homeowner purchased Elmira Stove Works antique style appliances, reclaimed wood for the bar counter, and rustic (grayed brick) flooring. Victorian period appropriate inset cabinetry is hand distressed for a ‘lived-in’ look. The owners are avid antique collectors of unique Americana freestanding pieces and accessories which add a wealth of playful accents, while at the same time, are useful items for the cook. Together these details create a kitchen that fits comfortably in this classic home. The island features a Special Cottage Russian Olive finish with bead board paneling, turned posts, curved valances, a farmhouse style sink, paneled dishwasher and, finally, a unique combination cabinet with double trash facing the front and a shallow cabinet with wire mesh door facing out the side. The inset doorstyle called for combination cabinets blending such items as a base corner turn-out cabinet with drawers and then a base pull-out pantry. We included wicker baskets, fine-line drawer inserts, a dish rack and wall storage with faux cubby drawers (the drawers are full width with multiple drawerheads). Note also the eyebrow pediment, pull-out pantry and the hide-away doors on the ‘appliance wall’.

A bold, historic remodel in Bath, Maine. Photos by Erin Little
ポートランド(メイン)にあるヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなL型キッチン (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、白いキャビネット、白いキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、アイランドなし、グレーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

Gothic inspired built in featuring applied molding on doors and large glass display cabinets with Victorian cathedral inspired detail.
ニューヨークにある高級な巨大なヴィクトリアン調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、大理石カウンター、シルバーの調理設備、白い床) の写真

サクラメントにある中くらいなヴィクトリアン調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、白いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、石スラブのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、スレートの床、グレーの床) の写真

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サンディエゴにある中くらいなヴィクトリアン調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、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、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真

Traditional with an eclectic twist, this historic Queen Anne home is highly personalized without losing its roots. Full of pops of teal and red amidst a background of textured neutrals, this home is a careful balance of warm grays and blacks set against bright whites, color and natural woods. Designed with kids in mind, this home is both beautiful and durable -- a highly curated space ready to stand the test of time.

A completely revamped kitchen that was beautifully designed by C|S Design Studio. Together with Finecraft we pulled off this immaculate kitchen for a couple located in Dupont Circle of Washington, DC. Finecraft Contractors, Inc. C|S Design Studios

ニューヨークにあるラグジュアリーな広いヴィクトリアン調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、白いキャビネット、大理石カウンター、シルバーの調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング) の写真

ロサンゼルスにあるお手頃価格の広いヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなキッチン (シングルシンク、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、大理石カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、石タイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真

シカゴにあるお手頃価格の小さなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなキッチン (シングルシンク、インセット扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、ラミネートカウンター、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、白い調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング) の写真

The gas cooktop has a chimney hood.
ジャクソンビルにあるヴィクトリアン調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、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、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、濃色無垢フローリング) の写真

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他の地域にあるラグジュアリーな中くらいなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなキッチン (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、木材カウンター、無垢フローリング、アンダーカウンターシンク、白いキャビネット、青いキッチンパネル、ガラスタイルのキッチンパネル、白い調理設備) の写真

Renovated kitchen with exposed brick and wood burning stove by Waterford.
オマハにあるお手頃価格の小さなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (白いキャビネット、磁器タイルの床、白い調理設備) の写真

ダラスにあるラグジュアリーな巨大なヴィクトリアン調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、ベージュキッチンパネル、石タイルのキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、トラバーチンの床) の写真

Scott Hargis
サンフランシスコにある巨大なヴィクトリアン調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、白いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、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、磁器タイルの床) の写真

ニューヨークにあるヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなL型キッチン (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、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、カラー調理設備) の写真

The antiqued white beadboard splash brightens the counter areas, and the custom designed spice and plate racks add storage in otherwise awkward areas.

ナッシュビルにある高級な広いヴィクトリアン調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、御影石カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真