Close up of sink wall and island.

Close up of new sink wall. Moving the refrigerator in its own niche allowed us to maximize the countertops. In addition, striking custom kitchen cabinets offer highly organized storage and timeless ambiance. Thick cherry shelves, for family pictures and collectibles, accent the cabinetry.

Two bin pullout for trash and recycling and another one for plastic wrap, foil, etc. next to the sink.

Pullout in sink cabinet provides easy access to cleaning supplies.

Close up of custom built pantry – 1 ½” thick shelves and dividers create a variety of storage compartments.

All items stored in the pantry are easily visible and accessible.

This uniquely detailed kitchen island also adds warmth, complementing the gray and white cabinetry with its deep cherry stain. It’s also a favorite gathering spot for the family.

Striking circular cutouts on the island’s side panels bring lightness and whimsy to the entire space.

New French doors replaced the dining room windows. They flood the space with light and lead to the new deck.

View of the kitchen from the new French doors in dining room. This view was not possible before.

Combing beauty and practically with unique details as shown here, is only possible with custom cabinetry.

View of the new deck and addition from the backyard. Carefully selected stain and paint colors help the new compliment the old.

Wall between dining room and kitchen - a peek into the early 1970's.

Removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room visually enlarged and integrated both spaces.

Close up of new sink wall. Moving the refrigerator in its own niche allowed us to maximize the countertops. In addition, striking custom kitchen cabinets offer highly organized storage and timeless ambiance. Thick cherry shelves, for family pictures and collectibles, accent the cabinetry.

This door was the only access from the first floor to the concrete porch and the back yard.

Outdated Hi-Lo range and wall fan, countertops dominated by clutter and appliances.

The new island anchors the space and is a great cooking center for the enthusiastic owner cook. It incorporates a GE Monogram gas cooktop, electric oven, plenty of storage and countertop space.

This wall now offers display space for the owner’s art and an architectural niche for family heirlooms.

Existing 1940's dining room - dark and dated.

View of house from backyard - lack of outdoor dining and gathering space made entertaining there impossible. The small concrete porch offered a great solution.

View of the new deck and addition from the backyard. Carefully selected stain and paint colors help the new compliment the old.