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”.

ニューヨークにある小さ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、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、白いキッチンパネル、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

Take a look at this two-story historical design that is both unique and welcoming. This stylized kitchen is full of character and unique elements.
アトランタ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 (青いキャビネット、人工大理石カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、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、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター、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) の写真

トロントにあるヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなキッチン (ダブルシンク、レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、ベージュのキャビネット、グレーのキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、茶色い床、グレーとクリーム色) の写真

Mike Kaskel
サンフランシスコにある高級な中くらいなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなキッチン (ダブルシンク、レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、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、カラー調理設備、無垢フローリング、アイランドなし、茶色い床) の写真

ダラス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、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、サブウェイ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、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

シアトルにあるヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなII型キッチン (御影石カウンター、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、ベージュキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、茶色い床) の写真

ボストンにある高級な中くらいなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなキッチン (ドロップインシンク、落し込みパネル扉のキャビネット、ベージュのキャビネット、御影石カウンター、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、淡色無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

オーランドにある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、レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、緑のキャビネット、御影石カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、ガラス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) の写真

Custom kitchen featuring Starmark cabinets. The cabinets are beaded inset with custom colors selected by the interior designer.
ボストン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、インセット扉のキャビネット、グレーのキャビネット、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、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

ボストンにある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、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、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

Rutt cabinetry provides for very custom details and specialized storage. Beaded inset doors and drawers are just proud of the face frame.
シアト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 (エプロンフロントシンク、インセット扉のキャビネット、ベージュのキャビネット、御影石カウンター、ベージュキッチンパネル、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、茶色い床、緑のキッチンカウンター) の写真

Entrance through the wide pointed arch with two contrasting wood posts
フィラデルフィアにある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、インセット扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、木材カウンター、緑のキッチンパネル、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、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Simon Black
メルボルン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 (ダブルシンク、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、大理石カウンター、メタリックのキッチンパネル、メタル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、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

2019 Chrysalis Award Winner for Historical Renovation Project by Advance Design Studio Photography by Joe Nowak Design by Michelle Lecinski
シカゴにある高級な小さ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、ベージュのキャビネット、御影石カウンター、ベージュキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、無垢フローリング、アイランドなし、茶色い床、黒いキッチンカウンター、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット) の写真

After many years of careful consideration and planning, these clients came to us with the goal of restoring this home’s original Victorian charm while also increasing its livability and efficiency. From preserving the original built-in cabinetry and fir flooring, to adding a new dormer for the contemporary master bathroom, careful measures were taken to strike this balance between historic preservation and modern upgrading. Behind the home’s new exterior claddings, meticulously designed to preserve its Victorian aesthetic, the shell was air sealed and fitted with a vented rainscreen to increase energy efficiency and durability. With careful attention paid to the relationship between natural light and finished surfaces, the once dark kitchen was re-imagined into a cheerful space that welcomes morning conversation shared over pots of coffee. Every inch of this historical home was thoughtfully considered, prompting countless shared discussions between the home owners and ourselves. The stunning result is a testament to their clear vision and the collaborative nature of this project. Photography by Radley Muller Photography Design by Deborah Todd Building Design Services

View the project case study here: https://ourhomesmatter.com/knightsbridge-makeover

Dawn Maggio
マイアミ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、ベージュのキャビネット、御影石カウンター、マルチカラ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、トラバーチンの床、茶色い床) の写真

We doubled the size of this Wyoming kitchen by adding an addition.The sink is centered in front of a large 5’ window to enjoy the view as well as bring in plenty of natural light. We were able to keep the historic feel even with a Subzero fridge and beautiful blue gas range. 14” baseboards 2 gorgeous antique doors for the pantry with cabinets to the ceiling. This style matches the time period of the home and our clients did a beautiful job with selections and decorating.