Allen's Point Castle-Like Kitchen
We completed a project in Marion that began with a torn page from a magazine and the wish for a “castle-like” atmosphere.Our Clients fell in love with the grand mantle piece from their inspiration photo ( http://kbdetails.squarespace.com/kitchen-bath-design/2011/6/24/allens-point-castle-like-kitchen.html) and had to have it in their home. Here’s where our job begins! We needed to bring their dream kitchen, shown in the magazine photo, to life.
First step: Identification
We did a bit of research and the inspiration kitchen featured a deep stained cherry cabinetry with a heavily-detailed, traditional-style, raised panel door. As for the countertop, the display kitchen appears to have used a green marble (which we all know is not rated for use in a kitchen, right?).
Second step: Product Selection
While touring the Client’s beautiful, waterfront home, we discovered that there were existing mahogany built-ins and architectural details in other areas of the home. This guided us to the obvious choice of suggesting a richly stained mahogany (from our custom Plain & Fancy line) in the new kitchen to keep with the style of the home. The mahogany definitely lends the same “feel” as the cherry in the inspiration picture, but creates a uniqueness that sets their kitchen apart. The clients and our designer also poured over a ba-zillion granite samples trying to find one that would create the same drama as the green marble, without the maintenance nightmare. We stumbled upon Kerala Green, which worked perfectly!
Third step: The Details
Creating a grand kitchen space is ALL about the details. For example, our designer custom designed the 7ft. mantle to imitate the design from the inspiration kitchen. This mantle is not only a show-stopper visually, but also discreetly houses the super-powerful ventilation system and pull-out spice storage. We also specified several custom hand carved decorative pieces (placed strategically throughout the kitchen), beveled glass cabinetry, paneled appliances, and beautifully curved countertops.
Finally: Voila!
A phenomenal space fit for any castle and (in our opinion) more breathtaking than the inspiration!
First step: Identification
We did a bit of research and the inspiration kitchen featured a deep stained cherry cabinetry with a heavily-detailed, traditional-style, raised panel door. As for the countertop, the display kitchen appears to have used a green marble (which we all know is not rated for use in a kitchen, right?).
Second step: Product Selection
While touring the Client’s beautiful, waterfront home, we discovered that there were existing mahogany built-ins and architectural details in other areas of the home. This guided us to the obvious choice of suggesting a richly stained mahogany (from our custom Plain & Fancy line) in the new kitchen to keep with the style of the home. The mahogany definitely lends the same “feel” as the cherry in the inspiration picture, but creates a uniqueness that sets their kitchen apart. The clients and our designer also poured over a ba-zillion granite samples trying to find one that would create the same drama as the green marble, without the maintenance nightmare. We stumbled upon Kerala Green, which worked perfectly!
Third step: The Details
Creating a grand kitchen space is ALL about the details. For example, our designer custom designed the 7ft. mantle to imitate the design from the inspiration kitchen. This mantle is not only a show-stopper visually, but also discreetly houses the super-powerful ventilation system and pull-out spice storage. We also specified several custom hand carved decorative pieces (placed strategically throughout the kitchen), beveled glass cabinetry, paneled appliances, and beautifully curved countertops.
Finally: Voila!
A phenomenal space fit for any castle and (in our opinion) more breathtaking than the inspiration!
Country: United States
Others who worked on this project: Tena E. Collyer
